Brunch spots in Franklin County Missouri

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Desserts Are on the Menu at Sarah’s on Central in Eureka

Posted on August 14, 2025August 13, 2025 by Amanda

With an eclectic yet comfortable interior, Sarah’s on Central in Old Town Eureka, has a menu of cocktails, brunch options, and baked goodies, as well as lunch and dinner options like sandwiches, salads, burgers, and more.

Seasonal salad special featuring watermelon, spinach, and grilled chicken. Photo credit: The Socialite_Amanda Bretz

The intimate space is perfect for a date, meeting up with friends or family, or even a solo meal. There’s bar seating, low-top tables for two or four guests, as well as a few options for seating larger groups, including a long high-top table in the center of the eatery.

During my visit, on a scorching summer day, nothing sounded better to me than a cool, nourishing salad and a refreshing cocktail – so that’s just what I ordered. The salad I chose was part of the summer seasonal menu, but featured a number of flavors and textures: spinach leaves, cubed watermelon, feta cheese, cucumber slices and a lime vinaigrette, topped with grilled chicken breast. It was the perfect meal for the 90+ temperature day.

Sarah’s on Central features a bar with cocktails like this berry vodka seasonal mixed drink. Photo credit: The Socialite_Amanda Bretz

I rarely drink liquor, but once I spotted a drink, also on the seasonal menu, that was made with vodka, cranberry, strawberry and a basil garnish, I couldn’t resist. The combination of flavors played off each other, the strawberry puree balanced the tartness of the cranberry and kept it from tasting like a straight vodka-cran, while the basil garnish added a hint of savory finish. During a different season, I will likely order one of the establishment’s “Over-the-top Bloody Marys” as long as I have someone to share it with, since the drinks are typically like getting a cocktail with a side of snacks!

In addition to the food and drink menu, there’s a selection of bakery items. Side note: if you’re the kind of person who easily caves when looking at yummy baked goodies, perhaps put on blinders when it comes time to pay at the register, located atop the bakery case! I did not partake in any of the cupcakes, gianormous cookies, or other yummy treats I spied in the enclosed glass case, but they looked divine.

The Socialite recommends Sarah’s on Central!

The details:
127 South Central Avenue, Eureka
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Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner: Find it All at Dahlia Cafe in Union

Posted on February 20, 2025February 19, 2025 by Amanda

If you’re looking for a place that has it all: breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, without having to make a drive to Washington, you should stop by Dahlia Cafe in Union. I like to think of this establishment as a hidden gem that’s a bit under the radar, but I’m probably wrong about that. One trip to the cafe and you’ll find that it’s almost always bustling, and for good reason: because the food and the service are simply that good.

For starters, Dahlia Cafe has a diner-style feeling when you walk in, but with a diverse menu offering. There’s regular drip coffee as well as the iced variety, and you can even opt for Irish Coffee. In addition to those drinks, there’s juice, soft drinks, and a large selection of brunch-style cocktails to choose from.

Iced coffee. Photo via Dahlia Cafe’s Facebook

Breakfast and brunch selections range from skillets and omelets, to French toast and fluffy pancakes to eggs benedict (my favorite!) and crepes, (which I still haven’t tried because I love their eggs benny that much). I always order the eggs benedict with crispy hash browns, and the menu has two variations on the benedict, and both feature a generous amount of velvety Hollandaise. The classic version features Canadian bacon, while the vegetarian offering is loaded with spinach, tomato and mushrooms, but for me, it doesn’t get much better than the traditional benny.

Veggie benedict. Photo via Dahlia Cafe’s Facebook

Lunch includes tried and true favorites like burgers, try the patty melt! There’s also a large selection of wraps and sandwiches, like the chipotle chicken wrap, another favorite around here. The lunch menu also features hearty sandwiches like a pork tenderloin, ribeye, French dip, and Cordon Bleu, with sides that range from side salad or steamed broccoli to fries, or opt for fresh fruit or onion rings for a small upcharge.

Berry Bacon Spinach Salad. Photo via Dahlia Cafe’s Facebook

Dinner selections include tacos, build-your-own bowls, steaks and chops, chicken and seafood. There’s also a number of starters like shrimp scampi or spinach artichoke dip. Dinner side selections range from comforting options like mashed potatoes, to squash, steamed veggies or rice.

The Socialite recommends Dahlia Cafe!

The details:
1595 Denmark Road, Union, MO.
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