The early bird gets the worm, but it's sometimes tough to be an early riser. Even the "don't talk to me before my coffee" types will appreciate getting up and around to enjoy a meal from these 11 amazing breakfast spots in Buffalo. Prepare to have your morning made epic, whether you're a morning person or not.
1. Betty's (370 Virginia Street)
Betty's is one of the most popular breakfast restaurants in Buffalo. Homestyle meals are served up in an inviting community atmosphere. We highly recommend trying the quiche of the day for a pleasant surprise!
2. Swan Street Diner (700 Swan Street)
We mentioned how amazing the renovations are at this Buffalo diner, but their food is just as good! Stop in for a hot cup of coffee and a good old-fashioned diner breakfast. This is one of the latest and greatest spots to start your day in Buffalo!
3. Lake Effect Diner (3165 Main Street)
Another nostalgic breakfast restaurant in Buffalo can be found inside a converted dining car on Main Street. Lake Effect's breakfast menu is available any time of day, so head here when the mood for breakfast food strikes.
4. Rowhouse Bakery & Restaurant (483 Delaware Avenue)
You'll never want to leave this historic Buffalo restaurant once you get a taste of their breakfast items! Stop in for a grab-and-go meal in the morning, or mark your calendars for a brunch date with mimosas!
5. Sophia's Restaurant (749 Military Road)
Sophia's Restaurant is another tried and true breakfast spot in Buffalo. While the restaurant is pretty straight-forward, their food is anything but! Sophia's specializes in many things, but we recommend trying out their Giambotta breakfast scramble.
6. Bertha's Diner (1430 Hertel Avenue)
We've never met a plate of chicken and waffles we didn't love, and Bertha's is no exception! This diner is perfectly quirky and serves up breakfast items that you'll be dreaming about after your visit.
7. Nick's Place (504 Amherst Street)
Nick's Place is the place to be for Greek/American food in Buffalo. Their breakfast menu is particularly excellent, with the Country Breakfast and Skillet stealing the show!
8. Sweet_ness 7 (220 Grant Street)
If your idea of a great breakfast starts with a delicious latte, Sweet_ness 7 is right up your alley. This cafe is more than just great beverages; they also serve up some mean morning dishes, with a killer breakfast menu available all day!
9. Five Points Bakery (44 Brayton Street)
If you thought toast was a boring breakfast dish, think again. This bakery is bringing a whole new twist to this classic with freshly baked breads and unique flavor varieties. We highly recommend the Extra Sharp Cheddar Toast for a bit of Buffalo flavor!
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10. Amy's Place (3234 Main Street)
Amy's Place specializes in Lebanese cuisine in the University Heights neighborhood. This restaurant does more than just breakfast, but we highly recommend starting your day here nonetheless. Their breakfast menu is available all day and Amy's has several options for vegan/vegetarian diets!
11. Panos (1081 Elmwood Avenue)
It's all Greek to us at this Buffalo breakfast spot! If feta, gyro, and pita pockets are your weaknesses, you need to get to Pano's on Elmwood. They have all your favorite fixin's available with an all day breakfast menu!
Where is your favorite breakfast spot in Buffalo? Do you have a favorite breakfast dish? Share your recommendations with us in the comments below!
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