THE HOT FIVE Go get yourself a beautiful brunch this weekend.

STRIP CLUB

Chef J.D. Fratzke puts out a memorable meal: a garlicky shrimp scampi scramble; grilled grass-fed steak crowned with poached eggs; an omelet with smoked haddock and green onions; and pancakes layered with ham and eggs. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

378 Maria Av., St. Paul, 651-793-6247, www.domeats.com

LA CHAYA BISTRO

It's half-Mexican, half-Italian, and at brunch it's all good: a fiery huevos rancheros, eggs Benedict topped with a cool salsa verde, toasts covered with black beans and chicken, fruity smoothies, a fine currant scone. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday.

4537 Nicollet Av. S., Mpls., 612-827-2254, www.lachaya.com

LUCIA'S RESTAURANT

The well-edited menu changes weekly, but always includes a delicious salad, a few well-stuffed omelets, some kind of pancake-waffle-French toast idea and a platter of wicked-good baked goods. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

1432 W. 31st St., Mpls., 612-825-1572, www.lucias.com

MOOSE & SADIE'S

This counter-service spot puts out a quick, no-fuss brunch, with hearty scrambled eggs, huge omelets, a daily quiche, a rib-sticking huevos rancheros and marvelous baked goodies. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

212 N. 3rd St., Mpls., 612-371-0464, www.mooseandsadies.com

THE SAMPLE ROOM

Menu includes Cheddar biscuits with sausage gravy, berry-topped mini Belgian waffles, garlic cheese grits, eggs Benedict made with portobello mushrooms or salmon, fruit-filled crêpes and build-your-own frittatas. 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday.

2124 NE. Marshall St., Mpls., 612-789-0333, www.the-sample-room.com

RICK NELSON