In a few short years, brunch has steadily progressed from the exception to the rule. What has long been sneered at by management as a culinary P.I.T.A. has blossomed into one of the most sought after and enjoyable meals of the week. These days, it seems, if the restaurant has a kitchen, it's serving brunch. Given the embarrassment of riches when it comes to brunch, we thought it was time to survey the landscape and round up a few of our favorite places.

By Douglas Trattner