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Discover the best brunch Nicosia spots, Cyprus—from cozy cafes to trendy eateries. Indulge in mouthwatering dishes, refreshing drinks, and the perfect ambiance for your next brunch outing.
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1. Brasserie Au Bon Plaisir
Brasserie Au Bon Plaisir is where we go when we want Nicosia to pretend it’s a little bit Paris—without the airfare. Think French-leaning, gourmet brunch with proper croissants, toast with conserves, fresh juices, eggs, and savory plates that don’t phone it in, plus the kind of hot drinks that make you slow down (yes, even if you swore you wouldn’t). The whole place commits to the vibe—menu, décor, the lot—so you’re basically here for a mini French escape, delivered with the kind of atmosphere that has you daydreaming of long lunches.
If you eat one thing, make it the mussels. They’re the quiet star of the show—loved by regulars and staff alike—and somehow feel completely right whether you’re brunching, “just having something small,” or accidentally turning brunch into lunch (as we all do).
B17 155, Nicosia 1048, Cyprus | instagram.com/brasserieaubonplaisir/
2. The Boys
Right in the city center, brunch comes with a bold little swagger. On weekends, it’s busy for a reason: the plates are generous, the room feels cozy-but-cool, and you’ll see people leaning happily into a meat-forward menu with American influences all over it—chorizo, eggs, bacon, pancakes with maple syrup… the full “we deserve this” lineup.
And honestly? Even the menu is entertaining, with dishes named like someone had fun writing them. Not feeling like a full-on breakfast marathon? No problem—there are granola bowls, smoothies, and excellent coffee, all made in-house so you still get that fresh, cared-for feeling.
5 Themistokli Dervi, Nicosia, 22660421 | instagram.com/theboysatnumber5/
3. Café La Mode
Café La Mode is one of those places that makes life easier: multiple branches (Onasagorou, Makariou, Akropolis, Dasoupolis, Latsia) across the Nicosia district, and a menu that understands breakfast moods. We’re talking freshly baked sweet and savory treats, a classic full English, lighter “we’re being good today” options, and pancakes that disappear fast once they hit the table.
If you want the full weekend feast, aim for the Onasagorou branch and go straight for the lavish brunch buffet. It’s €12.50 per person, and it’s basically a greatest-hits parade: Spanish frittatas, French toast, zucchini cakes, waffles, marmalades, croissants, and a bunch of other “just one more bite” things.
106 Lemesou Avenue, 2015 Nicosia | instagram.com/cafelamodecyprus/
4. Get Fresh
This one’s a local favorite for a reason: it does “healthy brunch” without making you feel like you’re being punished. The headline order is the massive full super scramble—scrambled eggs piled up with edamame, broccoli, and sunflower seeds, the kind of plate that makes you feel virtuous and full at the same time. If you’re avoiding gluten, the wholemeal pancakes with fresh blueberries are a proper treat, finished with maple syrup and walnuts. And yes, there are plenty of cakes and pastries sitting there being dangerously persuasive, plus solid lunch options if brunch turns into an all-day situation.
Don’t skip the drinks. Their smoothies and freshly squeezed juices are the kind you actually taste (not just “sweet and beige”), and the homemade soups are packed with good stuff—ginger, almond milk, honey, wheatgrass—so you can refuel without drama. They’ve also got a kids menu, plus takeaway and delivery, which is handy when you want the nutrients but not the outing.
4DE Andreas Dimitriou, Nicosia, T: 22437374 & 2 Limassol Avenue, Nicosia | instagram.com/getfreshcy/
5. Bizzy Bee
Bizzy Bee is brunch-only, which is the kind of commitment we respect. The headline here is the pancake and waffle lineup—impressively broad, slightly chaotic (in the best way), and full of unexpected combos. There’s salmon pancakes with cream cheese, oat pancakes with dark chocolate and walnuts, and then the more “we’re starving” options like an English Breakfast pancake or the waffle omelet.
Grab a seat at the stylish wooden bar if you like watching the action, or claim a street-view table and do some gentle people-watching while you work through your stack. This is the kind of place that turns “we’ll just have coffee” into “why are we ordering another thing?”
16 Simou Menandrou, Nicosia | instagram.com/bizzybeecy/
6. Elysian Plant Based Kitchen Bar
Elysian Plant Based Kitchen Bar is the kind of vintage-style café that makes you instantly relax—soft lighting, warm energy, and a daily brunch concept that keeps things interesting. If you like your meals with a side of “we’re trying to be kind to the planet,” you’ll fit right in: health and sustainability are the focus, with mostly organic, locally sourced ingredients doing the heavy lifting.
Start with the organic pancakes (sweet or savory—choose your mood), then branch out into open sandwiches on homemade wholewheat village bread, chia puddings, and smoothie bowls that taste like someone actually cares. And yes, even their famous signature burger shows up on the brunch menu—because sometimes you want plant-based… and also want a burger. We get it.
Diagorou St 15, 1097 Nicosia | instagram.com/elysianplantbased/
7. PAUL
Starting the day at Paul—the recently opened French grand café in Cyprus—feels like choosing the “fancy” dialogue option in a video game. It’s polished, classic, and packed with beautifully executed pastries plus dishes that go beyond the usual brunch routine. We’re talking the omelet marseillaise, daily quiche specials, tartar salmon with forest fruits, and berry-topped tartelettes that look like they were styled before they were served.
8. QBoo Bakehouse
QBoo Bakehouse on Prodromou Street is a safe haven for bread people (you know who you are). We come for the croissants, stay for the organic loaves, and then inevitably get pulled toward the bagels—because they’re kind of their claim to fame. It’s perfect if you want something delicious now and a little stash of baked goods for later.
Before you grab your takeaway goodies and strut off like a hero, check out their special, recently updated menu. It’s a great excuse to sit down, slow down, and let “just popping in” turn into a proper bakery moment.
Prodromou 51 Nicosia 2063 | instagram.com/qbooartisanbakery/
9. Zest Coffee + Kitchen
Zest is cozy, calm, and quietly stylish—with a little Scandinavian whisper in the design—so it’s perfect when you want brunch that feels clean and considered. The menu shifts with the seasons and follows what’s actually good in the market, and they stick to organic products, which you can taste in the simplicity of the dishes. Expect egg plates, wraps, and homemade pies that feel like someone’s favorite comfort food—just done properly.
Our suggestion? Go for the eggs with tomato—either cooked in a skillet or baked—then paired with fresh greens so it feels bright rather than heavy. It’s the kind of dish that makes you think, “We should eat like this more often,” even if you immediately follow it with dessert elsewhere.
Vasilissis Freiderikis 13, Nicosia 1066, | instagram.com/tastezest/
10. Silver Pot
At Silver Pot, you can feel the owners’ energy in the food—everything’s made with that “we genuinely want you to love this” attitude. The flavors pull inspiration from different cuisines around the world, so it never feels boring, and the menu has that creative, thoughtful edge that keeps regulars coming back.
They’ve also added an Afternoon Tea option on weekdays (because sometimes you want to swap brunch chaos for tea-time calm). For something satisfying, try the gluten-free coconut pancakes with quinoa, or go fresh with a punchy green salad—spinach, chili, onion—paired with freshly grilled halloumi for that salty, squeaky-perfect finish.
Themistokli Dervi 3E, Nicosia 1066 | instagram.com/thesilverpot/
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