Whether you're an early riser looking for a fulfilling start to your day, or you've woke up at that odd time where it's not quite breakfast but not quite lunch, brunch has got you covered.
From a perfect fry up to French classics, there's plenty on offer across Cardiff to fill your brunch cravings.
Here are the top ten brunch spots in Cardiff, voted by the people of Trip Advisor:
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1) Big Moose Coffee Company
This charity and non-profit coffee shop aims to help with issues such as mental health and homelessness while also providing delicious coffee and brunch. Out of 358 reviews, a whopping 345 gave the cafe five stars.
The hidden gem has been described by customers as having the most 'perfect poached eggs' and a huge selection of brunch dishes (including an impressive array of vegan dishes) freshly brewed coffees, fruit juice and smoothies - all served at reasonable prices by their super friendly staff.
You can find Big Moose at 4-5 Frederick Street, Cardiff, CF10 2DB. They are open every day 10am-3:30pm except on Saturdays when they shut at 4pm.
2) Elmer's Take a Break cafe
This Cathays cafe has been rated number one for 'quick bites' in Cardiff and customers are raving about their 'epic fry-ups' at 'outstanding value'.
The cafe sells a range of full English breakfasts including vegetarian options. Hundreds of TripAdvisor users claim that it is the best breakfast they've ever had.
Other than their highly acclaimed fry-up for a fiver, Elmer's also sells omelettes, jacket potatoes and burgers.
You can try one of their famous breakfasts for yourself by visiting them at 60 Crwys Road, Cardiff, CF24 4NN. They are open every day from 7am to 3pm.
3) Cafe Du Chat Noir
Situated in the heart of Roath, this bistro isn't your typical brunch place and offers a wide range of sublime brunch options, all inspired by France.
Customers have praised the quaint cafe for being full of charm and for dishes such as eggs royale and croque madame which have been 'cooked to perfection'.
Reviews also say the cafe's portions are generous and you will struggle to eat a full plate and that the cafe's selection of indulgent hot chocolates and coffee also make the place a perfect and unique experience.
You can visit the quirky little cafe at Unit 6, Wellfield Court, Wellfield Road, Cardiff CF24 3PB. They are open Thursdays 11:30am to 2:30pm, Fridays and Saturdays 11:30am-3:30pm and 6-8:30pm and Sundays 12-5pm.
4) La Pentola
This cosy fusion restaurant combines French, Italian and Welsh cuisine in a vibrant part of the city.
It offers a range of homemade brunch dishes using locally sourced produce.
Customers say the Glamorgan sausage is 'to die for' and have praised the range of options from a fry-up with homemade baked beans, 'bubble & leek' (leek and potatoes in breadcrumbs), eggs benedict, royale and florentine to a huge range of pancakes with different sweet and savoury toppings.
You can even book in for a bottomless brunch where it is £24.95 for brunch, dessert and unlimited gin cocktails or prosecco.
La Pentola can be found at 55A Whitchurch Road, Cardiff, CF14 3JP and currently is open Wednesday-Friday 5pm-10pm, Saturday 12pm-10pm and Sunday 12-5pm.
5) Las Iguanas Cardiff - Mill Lane
The Latin American chain offers a bottomless brunch for £29.95 per person but also gives the option to stop in for an alcohol-free brunch too.
The brunch menu offers a full Brazilian breakfast of a pork sausage whirl, smoked bacon, egg, pan-fried baby tomatoes, adobo baked beans, hashbrown, avocado and toasted sourdough.
If you don't fancy a fry-up, you can try one of their many breakfast burgers, avocado on toast or their iconic breakfast burritos, filled with beans, rice, cheese, slaw, guacamole and salsa.
You can treat yourself to a Brazilian brunch by visiting the restaurant at 8 Mill Lane, Cardiff, CF10 1FL. The restaurant is open Monday-Thursday 11am-10:30pm, Friday 12-11pm, Saturday 11am-11pm and Sunday 11am-10pm.
6) Turtle Bay Cardiff
For a Caribbean play on brunch, head to Turtle Bay before 3pm (before 5pm on Sundays) to feast on a variety of different brunch dishes.
You can play it safe with avocado and eggs on toast or a sausage and bacon roti wrap, or if you're feeling daring, try the Caribbean breakfast complete with curried chickpeas and jerk bacon or the Yardbird: a rota stack with fried chicken, maple syrup, cream cheese and watermelon.
You can also opt for a bottomless brunch with a choice of unlimited alcoholic beverages, juice, soda or hot drinks.
TripAdvisor reviews praise the Cardiff restaurant and bar for its fast service, delicious food and for having 'one of the best bottomless brunch deals in town.'
Turtle Bay is in Hodge House, 114-116 St Mary Street, Cardiff, CF10 1DY. The restaurant is open Monday-Wednesday 10am-11pm, Thursday 10am-12am, Friday and Saturday 10am-1am and Sundays 10am-11pm.
7) Corner Coffee
With reviews screaming that the cafe sells the 'best coffee in Cardiff' and 'breakfast baps of dreams', it's not hard to see why Corner Coffee has made the top 10.
The cafe sells a wide range of coffees to go with pancakes, cooked breakfast, sourdough sandwiches and breakfast butties with a range of fillings inside.
Customers say the independent coffee shop has a great choice of vegan and gluten-free dishes and a chilled atmosphere with staff who are 'infectiously happy'.
Corner Coffee can be found on 13 High Street, Cardiff, CF10 1AX and is open every day 10am-5pm.
8) Crumbs Kitchen
Crumbs Kitchen specialises in vegetarian food and sport an impressive four and a half stars on Trip Advisor.
Customers say the brunch menu has "simple but nice" options and the kitchen's homemade hash browns have received masses of compliments.
They also serve freshly pressed juices, porridge with your choice of toppings, fresh fruit and a selection of cereals.
All their breakfast options are well under a fiver which explains why customers say the restaurant is a "go to when you're out shopping".
Crumbs Kitchen is at 33 Morgan Arcade, Cardiff, CF10 1AF and is open every day 9am-4pm apart from on Saturdays where they open 9am-4.30pm.
9) Cote Brassiere - Cardiff Central
Inspired by many famous bistros of Paris, Cote has a whole menu filled with brunch options.
Customers rave about the great value and high quality of the dishes which includes french toast, granola, fruit, cooked breakfasts, breakfast baguettes and even a champagne breakfast where you can get a hot drink or juice and a glass of Laurent-Perrier NV Cuvée.
Reviewers say the restaurant "caters to everyone" and praises the "extremely friendly and attentive staff" who go the extra mile by bringing cold bottles of water to the table and ensuring all drinks ordered are made fresh.
Cote can be found at 10-11 Mill Lane, Cardiff, CF10 1FL. It is open Monday to Friday 10am-10pm and Saturday and Sunday 9am-10pm.
10) Bill's Cardiff Central
This chain is known for its eclectic British dishes and has an impressive selection of cooked breakfasts including vegan eggs, toasts & oats, smoothies and pancakes.
TripAdvisor reviewers have even gone so far to describe the Eggs Royale dish a "haven of tranquillity" and one user asks: "Is there a finer way to start your day than breakfast at Bill's?"
Customers describe the mighty pancake stacks as sublime and encourage new visitors to try the "deeply satisfying" banana and espresso smoothie.
You can visit Bill's at 27-39 Wyndham Arcade, Mill Ln, Cardiff CF10 1FH. It is open Monday to Wednesday 8am-10pm, Thursday to Saturday 8am-11pm and Sunday 9am-10pm.
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