Breakfast is often touted as the most important meal of the day. Growing up, it meant eating a bowl of oatmeal or a scrambled egg with toast before school or having a hearty breakfast on the weekends. That weekend breakfast was always my favorite, not just for the plateful of eggs, sausage, hashbrowns, tortillas and pancakes, but also for the time my family got to spend together eating, chatting and reading the paper.

As a grown-up who lives away from family, it's rough not being able to walk down the hall to the kitchen for breakfast with my parents and siblings ,but sometimes we like to go out to breakfast together. Since I'm always on the lookout for new restaurants, here are some favorite places in Arizona that are great spots to enjoy a meal with your loved ones.

1. 5 Points Market & Restaurant, Tucson

I recently ate here during an overnight stay at a hotel down the street and the New American style fare will leave you feeling satisfied.

Location: 756 South Stone Avenue, Tucson

2. Bisbee Breakfast Club, Bisbee

For a traditional American breakfast that is hearty and delicious, you'll want to stop by the Bisbee Breakfast Club.

Location: 75 Erie Street, Bisbee

3. Bread & Butter Cafe, Tucson

Want a small town diner experience in the middle of Tucson? Bread & Butter Cafe offers just that with some delicious food. Plus, their cinnamon rolls are amazing!

Location: 4231 East 22nd Street, Tucson

4. Darbi's Cafe, Pinetop

Large, traditional American breakfast that's very affordable? What's not to love?

Location: 235 East White Mountain Boulevard, Pinetop

5. The Flatiron, Jerome

If you don't mind paying a little bit more for something other than typical diner breakfast fare, The Flatiron is a place to check out when staying in Jerome. Plus, they have options for vegetarians and those on a gluten-free diet.

Location: 416 Main Street, Jerome

6. Grandpa's Kitchen, Kingman

This Kingman diner serves up a tasty and classic round of breakfast dishes at a fair price.

Location: 3065 E Northern Avenue # A, Kingman

7. Harlow's Cafe, Tempe

If you're looking for an old school diner with quick service and tasty dishes, you'll want to try out Harlow's.

Location: 1021 West University Drive, Tempe

8. MartAnne's Cafe, Flagstaff

Want something a little different for breakfast? How does a Mexican style breakfast sound? This is the place to try because of the long list of options! Try the chilaquiles!

Location: 112 East Route 66, Flagstaff

9. Matt's Big Breakfast, Phoenix

While the menu is limited and the wait for seating can be awhile, Matt's is known for delivering a delicious breakfast right to your table. Plus, I love the thick-cut bacon. Yum!

Location: 825 North 1st Street, Phoenix

10. Original Breakfast House, Phoenix

Be prepared to leave this restaurant with a very full tummy. The portions are huge and the food is delicious. Plus you won't want to give up a bite of some deep fried French toast.

Location: 13623 North 32nd Street, Phoenix

11. PersNIKKIty's Cafe & Bakery, Show Low

While the seating is limited, the food and coffee are delicious.

Location: 1650 East Deuce of Clubs, Show Low

12. Sweet Potato Cafe, Prescott

Please note, Sweet Potato Cafe is no longer in business.

You know what makes pancakes even tastier? When they arrive topped with cinnamon butter. Yum!

Location: 443 Miller Valley Road, Prescott

What did you think of the list? There are so many amazing places to choose from so selecting a few for a short list was pretty rough. Let me and your fellow Zonies know where you absolutely love getting a delicious breakfast!