Weekend with no plans but fancy going out with some friends? It calls for a brunch. 

A brunch date is the perfect way to spend a day without wanting to go all out, you get to sleep and you don't have to stay out till late.

Brunch menus combine the best of both worlds when it comes to breakfast and lunches, mixing the likes of Full English, Avocado Toast and Pancakes.

But with so many to choose from, what brunch spots in Watford and nearby are really worth visiting?

Now, Watford locals have shared their opinion on the best places for brunch and you don't want to miss what they have to say.

The best brunch spots in and around Watford according to locals 

The Kitchen Croxley

One of the most popular spots for brunch near Watford was The Kitchen Croxley, in Watford Road, which offers an all-day menu with items including sandwiches starting at £4.95 including the likes of gammon ham and Dijon mustard and cream cheese and cucumber.

With a 5/5 rating on Tripadvisor, the Kitchen Croxley is described as: "It’s just a lovely place to be. Absolutely deserves 5* for food, service and the general atmosphere."

Flourish Craft Bakery

Flourish Craft Bakery in Garnett Close, North Watford, was a well-praised bakery and cafe in one, which serves food from 8am to 4pm.

Offering the likes of a classic Full English breakfast, Brioche French Toad, Salam Kedgeree or the option to make your own, there's something for everyone.

On Google Reviews, it has a rating of 4.6/5 and saw one guest write: "Delicious brunch, quality food and care in all they do!

"The location is interesting in a business industrial park but well worth finding, delicious baked goods for sale inside and our eggs were poached to perfection!"

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Eats and Treats

Eats and Treats in St Albans Road is well regarded by locals and one Tripadvisor user says: "Eats & Treats is a must every time we visit Watford and it gets better every time!

"On this visit, we enjoyed breakfast with family. Tea Service was lovely and the Oatmilk Latte was perfection."

GoKula Vegetarian Cafe

If you're after a vegetarian brunch, then GoKula Vegetarian Cafe in St James Road, Watford, is well worth a visit. One guest shared: "Fantastic service with lots of options, the food was well priced and very tasty. It’s a very inviting place."