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The History Of Brunch Brunch has been a tradition in the south for quite some time. It took America by storm in the late twentieth century. Some families have made it a post-church tradition, while others use it to socialize with their friends on a sunny Sunday. Brunch , indeed, is the best meal for a daytime get together. Brunch has been defying norms since it originated in 1895 when Guy Beringer floated the idea of a late morning meal that was a combination of breakfast and lunch. It was seen as an excuse to sleep late on Sundays. Beringer hated waking up early for Church, so he pushed forward the idea of brunch. He explained the idea in his magazine article titled “Brunch: A Plea.” Beringer pictured brunch as a social, cheerful, and inciting meal for Sundays which would start at noon. The idea was cherished by party-goers who used to stay up late on Saturday nights. Today, brunch is often paired with bottomless mimosas, fancy egg dishes, and more. However you plan to brunch, it’s...

Boozy Brunch at James Philadelphia If you’re looking for brunch plans this weekend, look no further. James Philadelphia, a modern American tavern located in the Logan Square neighborhood of Center City, is serving up brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 11 AM to 3 PM .  Grab some friends or family and celebrate your weekend with James’ delicious brunch specials and boozy brunch drinks. Make a Reservation James Philadelphia’s Boozy Brunch Specials Give your brunch an extra kick with one of James’ affordably priced brunch drinks. Enjoy your choice of sweet or spicy brunch drinks, with $4 mimosas and bloody Marys during brunch . Go big with a full bottle of champagne for the table and 3 carafes of assorted juices for only $25 , one of the city’s best boozy brunch deals. Brunch Menu at James James Philadelphia’s brunch menu is full of sweet and savory decadent meals, so you can start your Saturday or Sunday off right with a full stomach. Pick from a wide range of menu options, in...

Saturday & Sunday Brunch at James in Center City Make a Brunch Reservation Saturday & Sunday Brunch Join us for brunch at James 11am – 3pm $5 Mimosas, $5 Bloody Mary, $25 Bottles of Champagne and 3 carafes of juice. — Plus $2 refills per glass and half off additional bottles — Located in Center City Philadelphia across from the Comcast Tower LOBSTER & CRAB BISQUE brandy reduction. crème fraiche. garlic knot. $10 french FRIES. garlic aioli. $6 FRIED GREEN TOMATOES. buttermilk. vidalia onion relish. $8 GREEK YOGURT PARFAIT. house made granola. fresh fruit. honey. $7 MOROCCAN SPICED WINGS. crispy. picked carrot & cucumber mint tzatziki. $12 charcuterie cheese plate. fresh fruit. crostini. seasonal garnish. $16 THE JAMES ROMAINE SALAD. grana padano crisp. grape tomato roasted garlic parmesan dressing rouille. polenta croutons. $9 THE JAMES WEDGE. iceberg. pepper bacon. shallot grape tomato. aged balsamic house...

Book Your Holiday Party at James Restaurant in Philadelphia James, a restaurant and bar located in Center City, Philadelphia, is pleased to announce that they are now accepting private events and holiday reservations for the Fall season. James Restaurant & Bar has unique interiors that can be catered towards events for all occasions. Whether you are hosting a birthday dinner, baby shower brunch, bridal shower brunch, rehearsal dinner or corporate private dining, our private event services feature specialized menu options, choose from our main dining area or one of our private dining rooms. Request our food and beverage packages for your event filling out the form on our website at http://jamesphiladelphia.com/private-dining-events/ . James has multiple private rooms throughout the venue for occasions of all types, especially catering to corporate dinners and meetings . The space is a former bank and event planners have the choice of using our real bank vault for an exclusive dinn...