The turkey is done. The dishes are (mostly) washed. And now the house is full of people asking the same question: “So… what are we doing for breakfast?”
Thanksgiving weekend is one of the busiest, happiest, most chaotic weekends of the year. Grandparents are visiting. Cousins are sleeping on the couch. Someone wants pancakes, someone wants eggs, and someone just wants coffee and a quiet chair.
If you’re in Brookfield, there’s an easy answer. Take everyone to brunch at Waking Daisy. We’re right in The Corners of Brookfield, everything is made from scratch, and there’s something on the menu for every single person at your table, from your picky 6-year-old to your uncle who has opinions about eggs Benedict.
Here’s how to plan the perfect Thanksgiving weekend brunch for the whole family.
Thanksgiving dinner gets all the attention. But ask any host, and they’ll tell you the real challenge is the rest of the weekend.
Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, November 26, 2026. Here’s how each day of the long weekend tends to feel, and how to make the most of it.
Day | What it’s like | Our tip |
|---|---|---|
Friday, Nov 27 (Black Friday) | Shoppers are out early and The Corners is buzzing | Come for an early breakfast before shopping, or a late brunch to recharge. We’re open until 7PM on Fridays. |
Saturday, Nov 28 | The classic family brunch day, and usually the busiest | Arrive close to opening (7:30AM) for the shortest wait. We’re also open until 7PM, so an early dinner works too. |
Sunday, Nov 29 | Goodbye brunch before everyone heads home | A relaxed send-off meal before the airport or the long drive back. |
Good to know: We open at 7:30AM every day. On Fridays and Saturdays we stay open until 7PM, so you can do brunch, lunch or an early dinner with the whole crew.
The hardest part of a family brunch is pleasing everyone. Here’s a cheat sheet.
Who’s at the table | What to order | Why they’ll love it |
|---|---|---|
The one who can’t let go of Thanksgiving | The Gobbler | Turkey, brie, cranberry compote and arugula on toasted ciabatta. Basically Thanksgiving dinner in a sandwich. |
The sweet tooth | Caramel Apple Daisy Cake | Fire-roasted apples, scratch caramel, whipped cream and caramelized pecans. Fall on a plate. |
Grandpa (who orders the same thing everywhere) | Rita’s Classic Combo or Biscuits & Gravy | Simple, hearty, done right. Scratch biscuits and local Jones Dairy Farm sausage. |
The foodie cousin | Korean Breakfast Bowl or Shrimp & Grits | Bold flavors you won’t find at a typical breakfast spot. |
The one who “isn’t that hungry” | Harvest Grain Avo Toast or Tomato Bisque | Light, fresh and satisfying, plus room for pie later. |
The big appetite | Wagyu Steak & Eggs | 8oz Wagyu sirloin with two eggs and crispy herb potatoes. |
The Benedict fan | Norwegian Benedict | Cold-smoked Atlantic salmon, scratch hollandaise and fresh dill. |
The kids | Classic Brioche French Toast or PB Banana French Toast | Sweet, fun and easy to share. See our guide to brunch with kids. |
Gluten-free guests | Many dishes are gluten-free or can be made gluten-free | Ask your server. We can also swap potatoes for GF lemon herb quinoa. |
For the table: Start with Croissant Beignets, Honey Butter Biscuits or Rose’s Deviled Eggs while everyone settles in. Or order a Table Cake for everyone to share. It’s the easiest way to keep hungry kids (and adults) happy while you wait.
Still stuck? Read our guide on what to order at Waking Daisy if you can’t decide.
Nothing says “holiday weekend” like a warm mug or a festive glass. Our fall drink menu has something for every age.
For the adults:
Zero-proof picks:
Coffee lovers: Our coffee is a custom blend from Anodyne, roasted locally in Milwaukee. Ask to make your drink pumpkin spice for an extra $1.
Bringing 8, 10 or 12 people to brunch on a holiday weekend? A little planning goes a long way.
Here’s something a lot of people don’t know: when the brunch crowd heads home, Waking Daisy can become your private venue.
We host showers, birthdays, corporate events and private celebrations after regular business hours, with exclusive use of the whole restaurant. And the best part? There’s no traditional restaurant buyout fee.
That makes us a great fit for:
Holiday dates fill up fast, so reach out early. Email catering@wakingdaisy.com or visit our Events & Catering page to start planning.
Feeding a full house without cooking? If getting everyone out the door is a mission (we’ve all been there), bring brunch home instead. Order online for pickup and serve a hot, scratch-made breakfast straight to your guests in their pajamas. Biscuits & Gravy, French toast and breakfast burritos all travel well.
Shopping on Black Friday? We’re located right in The Corners of Brookfield, so brunch and shopping go together perfectly. Fuel up with breakfast before you hit the stores, or take a break for a latte and a Caramel Apple Daisy Cake halfway through your list.
Need a last-minute gift? A Waking Daisy gift card is an easy win for the host who did all the cooking, a teacher, or the friend who has everything. It’s a gift of a slow, cozy morning, and who doesn’t need one of those during the holidays?
Yes. Our menu has something for every age, from French toast for kids to Wagyu steak and eggs for big appetites. Parties of eight or more have a 20% gratuity added automatically.
We open at 7:30AM daily. On Fridays and Saturdays, we stay open until 7PM. On other days, we close at 2:30PM.
We’re at 20340 W Lord Street, Brookfield, WI 53045, in The Corners of Brookfield.
Yes. Many dishes are gluten free or can be made gluten free on request. Just tell your server about any allergies before you order. Note that we don’t have a dedicated gluten-free fryer.
Yes. We host private events after regular business hours with exclusive use of the restaurant, and there’s no traditional buyout fee. Email catering@wakingdaisy.com to plan yours.
Yes. You can order online for pickup and enjoy brunch at home with your houseguests.
The best part of Thanksgiving weekend isn’t the food. It’s having everyone you love around one table. Let us handle the cooking, the coffee and the cleanup, so you can focus on the stories, the laughs and the second cup of coffee.
Everything at Waking Daisy is made from scratch with local Wisconsin ingredients: free range eggs from an Amish co-op in Grant County, Wüthrich European style butter, Kallas honey from Milwaukee and pure maple syrup from Marquette Maple Farm. It’s the kind of food that makes a holiday morning feel special.
Plan your visit:
We can’t wait to see your whole crew. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Waking Daisy!
