80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar Is “The Place to Brunch” In New Haven
New Daily Brunch Dining Experience Launches September 8

September 2, 2026, New Haven, CT: Breakfast may start the day, but 80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar is making a case for brunch. Beginning September 8, the popular Crown Street restaurant will introduce its new “The Place To Brunch” daytime dining experience, served Tuesday through Sunday from 8 AM–3 PM at 196 Crown Street in downtown New Haven.

The new menu brings 80 Proof’s fun, high-energy personality to the daytime hours with an extensive lineup that moves easily from classic breakfast favorites to Latin-inspired specialties, over-the-top sweet creations, hearty comfort food, and brunch cocktails.

Benedict fans can choose from Lobster Benedict, Steak Benedict with Chimichurri & Hollandaise, Arepa Benedict with Chicharron, and Smoked Salmon & Avocado Croissant. For something heartier, Steak & Eggs joins The Three Little Pigs, a combination of ham, pulled pork, and bacon with caramelized onions and Brie. The menu’s “Morning Chisme” section (named after a popular podcast) adds Latin flavor with Chilaquiles, a classic Colombian Breakfast, Calentado (a Colombian hash), and a hearty Breakfast Burrito. Guests with a sweet tooth can look forward to Nutella Strawberry Crepes, Guava Queso Blanco Crepes, Dulce de Leche French Toast, and Churro Waffles, while Southern favorites include Chicken & Waffles, Shrimp & Grits, Biscuits & Gravy, and 80 Proof’s popular Mac & Cheese.

And then there are the drinks. “Every day is Mimosa Day at 80 Proof!”

The beverage menu starts with a Mimosa Tower and keeps going with playful creations including the Buenos Dias Margarita, Café Con Leche Espresso Martini, Maple Cold Brew Old Fashioned, Living La Vida Mocha, and a Prosecco Spritz. Non-alcoholic coffee drinks are also available.

“We wanted brunch at 80 Proof to feel like an occasion, even when there’s no occasion,” says Chef Sonia Salazar. “Come in for coffee and eggs, stay for a Mimosa Tower, order something sweet for the table — brunch should be fun. And at 80 Proof, you don’t have to wait for Sunday.”

80 Proof American Kitchen & Bar is part of the New Haven restaurant portfolio created by Chef Sonia Salazar and Sarah Cornelius. The restaurant opened in June 2020 and is the duo’s third New Haven restaurant concept, joining Te Amo Tequila Bar & Tacos, which opened in 2018, and Barracuda Bistro & Bar, which opened in 2014 and relocated in 2024 to 80 Proof’s

5,000-square-foot Crown Street home, and now occupies the back half of the address, allowing guests to experience two distinct concepts under one roof. The restaurants share an emphasis on bold flavors, vibrant cocktails, great music, and genuine hospitality.

With The Place To Brunch, 80 Proof is giving New Haven another reason to get an early start or make the morning last well into the afternoon - because brunch never takes a day off.

80 PROOF AMERICAN KITCHEN & BAR
Beginning September 8, 2026
Tuesday–Sunday | 8 AM–3 PM
196 Crown Street, New Haven, CT
https://www.80proofkitchen.com/brunch

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