You can tell a lot about a brunch spot from the smell that hits you at the door — bacon fat, fresh coffee, butter on the griddle. This one passes the test.
Set in Las Vegas, NV, Kung Fu Tea has carved out a corner of the city's weekend brunch scene with a personality of its own. The room comfortably seats a mix of solo diners working through a coffee and a newspaper, couples splitting a stack of pancakes, and friend groups settling in for a slow, three-hour Saturday.
The chicken and waffles plate hits the table looking like a magazine cover and tastes even better than it looks.
Menu highlights
Here is a snapshot of the kinds of brunch dishes you can expect to find on the menu at Kung Fu Tea. Specials rotate weekly with what's in season — check the chalkboard at the host stand when you arrive.
- Lox bagel sandwich with everything seasoning and dill cream cheese
- Single-origin pour-over coffee from a local roaster
- Two eggs any style with thick-cut bacon and crispy hash
- Brioche French toast dusted with powdered sugar and seasonal berries
- Breakfast burrito with eggs, chorizo, beans, cheese, and salsa roja
- Veggie scramble with spinach, mushrooms, and goat cheese
- Crab cake Benedict with old-bay hollandaise (regional specialty)
- Acai bowl with granola, banana, coconut, and honey drizzle
It's a tight room, with maybe a dozen tables and a handful of counter seats facing the open kitchen, where you can watch the line cooks work.
Their breakfast burrito is the kind of thing locals order with eyes still half closed — eggs, chorizo, a scrape of refried beans, melty cheese, and salsa with real heat.
If you're a group of four or more, call ahead. They sometimes take small reservations for parties of four-plus, even when the website says walk-in only.
Like a lot of the best brunch spots in Las Vegas, Kung Fu Tea is at its most magical on weekend mornings, when the kitchen is firing on all burners and the room slowly fills with the kind of low, happy hum that only good food and unhurried company can produce. It's the kind of brunch that reminds you why we made brunch a tradition in the first place.
Tips from the regulars
- Tip generously — the brunch shift is the toughest in any restaurant, and the staff here keeps it warm even at peak rush.
- Save room: the pastry case at the front is part of the experience.
- Best time to go: arrive before 9:30 a.m. on weekends to skip the worst of the wait at Kung Fu Tea.
- Best for: groups of 2 to 4 — larger parties may want to call ahead.
- Don't miss the daily-special chalkboard near the host stand — it changes weekly and tends to feature the kitchen's best ideas.
Hours
| Mon | Mo-Th 11:00-22:00; Fr-Su 11:00-23:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | Mo-Th 11:00-22:00; Fr-Su 11:00-23:00 |
| Wed | Mo-Th 11:00-22:00; Fr-Su 11:00-23:00 |
| Thu | Mo-Th 11:00-22:00; Fr-Su 11:00-23:00 |
| Fri | Mo-Th 11:00-22:00; Fr-Su 11:00-23:00 |
| Sat | Mo-Th 11:00-22:00; Fr-Su 11:00-23:00 |
| Sun | Mo-Th 11:00-22:00; Fr-Su 11:00-23:00 |
Frequently asked questions
What time does Kung Fu Tea open for brunch?
Posted hours are: Mo-Th 11:00-22:00; Fr-Su 11:00-23:00. Hours can change on holidays — call ahead if you're traveling.
Does Kung Fu Tea take reservations?
Most brunch spots in Las Vegas are walk-in friendly, with a wait list during peak hours. Larger parties (5+) should call ahead to ask about a reservation.
Is Kung Fu Tea kid-friendly?
Yes — Kung Fu Tea welcomes families. Most brunch menus include simple kid-friendly options like pancakes, scrambled eggs, and fresh fruit. Highchairs are usually available.
What kind of cuisine does Kung Fu Tea serve?
It's classified under bubble_tea — broadly an American-style brunch experience with regional touches you'd expect in Las Vegas.
Is there outdoor seating at Kung Fu Tea?
Outdoor seating is not always confirmed. We recommend calling ahead during nice weather.
Location
Located at 5030 Spring Mountain Road. Coordinates: 36.1270, -115.2095. Use the address above with your preferred maps application for turn-by-turn directions.