About Spruce Parlor
Spruce Parlor is a family-favorite breakfast & brunch spot in Cincinnati, OH, with a cozy feel and a sunlit dining room with banquettes along one wall. The kitchen leans into breakfast & brunch done well, milling their own flour in-house each morning.
The signature item to try first is the Buttermilk Pancakes, which has earned a loyal following. The rest of the menu rounds it out with options like Avocado Toast, Breakfast Burrito, Egg Sandwich, plus rotating specials that change with the season. Portions are generous for the price point ($), and the kitchen is consistent — orders come out fast even when the place is full.
On a typical day you'll find a steady mix of office workers, students, and curious tourists, especially around the lunch and dinner rushes. The bar pours specialty espresso drinks, drip coffee, and seasonal lattes. Kids' menu items are available all day for under $7. The dining room is clean, the music is at a reasonable volume, and the wifi works.
For ordering, online ordering for pickup or delivery is available through the website. Regulars say the staff remembers their order after only two or three visits. Whether you're new to Cincinnati or a longtime resident hunting for a reliable breakfast & brunch fix, Spruce Parlor earns a spot in the regular rotation.
Menu highlights
A snapshot of the most-ordered items at Spruce Parlor. Prices and availability change — call ahead to confirm.
Customer reviews
Recent ratings averaged 5 out of 5 across 636 reviews.
Great breakfast & brunch option for the area. The Acai Bowl was the highlight, big portion and well-priced. Seating is limited so if you come at peak hours plan on takeout. I'll be back.
Spruce Parlor has become my regular weekday lunch. Consistent quality, generous portions, and the staff has started to recognize me. I usually grab the Breakfast Burrito but I've worked through most of the menu and haven't had a miss yet.
Solid spot. The Cold Brew is a standout — bold flavors, well-seasoned, comes out hot. Took off a star only because the wait at the counter was longer than I expected on a weekday. Still, I'd come back without hesitation.
Mixed feelings. The Acai Bowl was excellent and the cashier was friendly, but my side came out cold and they were out of two of the things I wanted to order. Probably worth another try, but not the experience I was hoping for.
Location & neighborhood
Spruce Parlor is located at 3241 Jefferson St in Cincinnati, OH. Street parking is generally available in the surrounding blocks, and most public-transit routes that serve the downtown core stop within a short walk. The neighborhood around the restaurant has steady foot traffic during lunch and dinner, with a mix of office buildings, apartments and other small businesses on the block.