Brunch @ Poco.

A few weeks ago I went to brunch with the ladies at this little place called Poco at Ave B and 3rd street. It was the absolutely best brunch I think I've ever experienced in the city so far. Poco is normally a Spanish-inspired tapas restaurant, but Saturday and Sunday morning, it serves a pretty American Nouveau brunch menu complete with lobster benedict, lobster mac&cheese, and different varieties of pancakes and French toast.

From the 6 different brunch entrées enjoyed by my friends and me, I can say that at least 6 of entrées on the brunch menu are absolutely amazing. I personally enjoyed the lobster mac&cheese. It was light, creamy, and filling, without being completely overwhelming like the rich awesomeness at S'Mac. And it boasted finger-sized pieces of fresh lobster, at least 2 large claws plus some more lump meat. My friends all thoroughly enjoyed their choices as well, but the traditional eggs Benedict and the lobster Benedict seemed to be the two other winners of the day.

The atmosphere was super friendly, with an upstairs bar-type area filled with hightop tables and stools, and a separate, almost gothic-feeling basement that was more lounge-y, full of heavy red drapes and low couches, complete with throw pillows.

Best of all, with any $22 brunch entrée, you get all-you-can-drink mimosas, bloody Marys, or Sangria - and you can switch between the three! All the drinks are pre-made in pitchers, and the waitresses just come around and top everyone off. The bloodys were a bit too spicy for me, and contained something that tasted almost like pickle relish. It was interesting, but it didn't mix well with my first couple mimosas. Also, the waitstaff was really cool and didn't rush us out after we finished eating. They kept refilling our drinks for as long as we felt like sitting there.

I feel a little nervous sharing my favorite new brunch place with the world - I sort of want to keep this secret between me and my girls. But, alas, Poco is too good to not share with the world.