Weekend brunch has become one of Baku's favorite social rituals in recent years: unhurried, with friends, a table that stretches into the early afternoon. Avocado toast, eggs benedict, shakshuka, pancakes, and a properly brewed filter coffee. The 8 venues below are the city's best weekend-brunch spots: modern cafes, a relaxed mood, and quality coffee. (Looking for a classic breakfast? See our separate breakfast list.)
1
Gazelli Cafe
Popular café for brunch and breakfast.
2
Entrée
Brunch and breakfast, a modern café.
3
Qaynana Restoranı
Traditional Azerbaijani breakfast: qaymaq, honey, kükü and tea.
4
Central Baku
European breakfast and brunch in the center.
5
Mari Vanna
Russian breakfast: syrniki, bliny, vareniki.
6
Caravan Baku
Traditional Azerbaijani breakfast: qaymaq, honey, kükü.
7
Kolorit
Turkish breakfast (kahvaltı), a rich spread.
8
Social Bee
Third-wave coffee, avocado toast, brunch.
Frequently asked questions
When is weekend brunch in Baku?
At most cafes, weekend brunch runs from around 9-10am into the early afternoon. Booking is wise at peak times.
When did brunch get popular?
2018-2020, after modern cafes opened. Now a popular weekend activity.
Where to find avocado toast in Baku?
Modern cafes (Social Bee, Baku Roasting, Coffee Moffe, Sensum) carry it as a menu standard.
What's a breakfast price range?
Classic 8-15 AZN, brunch 15-30 AZN, premium brunch 30-50 AZN. Modern cafes are mid-range.