Delancey Red Velvet Pancakes ($13.50) and a Hangover Burger ($16) topped with a sunny-side up egg make their way onto the menu at this New York-style joint.

There’s a wholesome and reassuring vibe here that (just about) makes it worth the half-hour or longer wait. Indulge in morning classics such as coconut pancakes ($13.50).

Order up asparagus with poached free range eggs ($18), seven-layer pancake with Nutella and maple syrup ($18) and their famed skinny pizzas (from $20) to share at this Dempsey establishment.

This egg specialist serves up dishes like Popeye’s Salute ($13 for one, $19 for two)—basically eggs florentine—and the tortilla espanola ($14), an omelet with peppers, onions and potatoes.

Venture up the stairs of this nondescript two-storey shophouse to a café with a trim food and drinks menu including morning meals like poached eggs with hollandaise and smoked salmon ($16).

This quayside standby provides comforting brunch options like baked eggs with toast soldiers ($14.60) in a charming, almost kopitiam-like setting, featuring rustic rattan chairs with old-school plates and cutlery.

Head straight to the 50-seater bistro for à la minute breakfast dishes such as eggs ibérico ($25) and delish cornflake-crusted brioche French toast served alongside salted caramelized bananas ($22).

Start your day with popular breakfast items like the ham and cheese croque monsieur ($18). Or have one of their pastries (from $3.20) such as croissants and pain au chocolat in a laid-back café setting.

The French-inspired fare at this pretty boudoir-like space spans savory blinis with smoked salmon ($15) and half a dozen egg options (from $10.50).

This 100-seat outdoor trattoria offers hearty brunches such as the Gusto Breakfast ($24), eggs, tomato, mushrooms, bacon, chicken sausage and fresh fruit with your choice of juice or coffee to wash it down.