The Publican [Photo: Bob Briskey Photography]

Now that Christmas has come and gone, it's time to focus on the next big holiday: New Year's Eve. Since we already told you where to go for dinner that night, you may want to start thinking about where to go on New Year's Day. Cure that hangover by rolling out of bed and into one of these following spots for brunch in Chicago on Jan. 1. Enjoy traditional breakfast offerings or add a little ethnic flair to your meal. For those who want to keep the party going, indulge in Bloody Marys, mimosas and other cocktails. So what are you waiting for? Get 2012 started off right.

Eater Chicago intern Jeffy Mai contributed this article.