Boozer's guide to brunch

James Joyce Pub

Deal: Bottomless bloodies and mimosas for $9.95 are served with brunch on both Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Skinny: If you're looking for a slightly more upscale brunch experience, but still casual with a drink deal, then James Joyce is a great choice. It's the perfect place to take your parents or other out-of-town guests for a casual, relaxing brunch that won't get too out of hand. Here, bartenders put a little more attention into making mimosas and bloodies than the joints that crank them out in bottomless pitchers. In addition, you can enjoy them in James Joyce's traditional Irish bar or, on a nice day, venture to its outside stone patio. Besides Irish-tinged brunch entrees, there are also omelets and traditional items such as French toast, waffles and eggs Benedict.