Breakfast is the most important meal of the day (and possibly the yummiest?)! Here in the ATL, we know exactly how to breakfast and brunch it up right! So whether you’re looking for a classic American breakfast with biscuits and gravy or you want to try something totally new, we’ve got you covered!
Keep scrolling to check out our roundup of the best breakfast spots in Atlanta!
1. Atlanta Breakfast Club
Where: Downtown Atlanta
Perhaps the most iconic breakfast restaurant in the ATL is The Atlanta Breakfast Club. It’s also one of many, many delicious Black-owned restaurants in town. Enjoy those classic morning dishes to start your day in the best possible way at The Atlanta Breakfast Club!
2. Home Grown
Where: Reynoldstown
If you’re looking for a delicious staple of the Atlanta breakfast scene, you definitely have to check out Home Grown. They’ve got incredible southern style food! We recommend their Chicken and Waffles for a sweet and savory breakfast treat!
3. Thumbs Up Diner
Where: West Midtown, Trilith, and more!
With seven locations scattered around Atlanta and it’s surrounding cities, you can expect many Atlantans suggest this breakfast safe haven if you ask for recommendations. They recently opened up their new location at Trilith. Try their double dip French toast for a delicious treat!
4. Egg Harbor Cafe
Where: Buckhead
With 21 locations in the states of Illinois, Wisconsin and Georgia, it’s clear that there’s a lotta love for Egg Harbor Cafe! If you’re looking for a classically delicious breakfast in Atlanta, you’ve gotta check this spot out! Try their Alpine Scrambler! It had been off the menu for a minute, but is back due to popular demand!
5. Bomb Biscuits
Where: Inman Park
If you’re looking for a truly delicious biscuit in the the ATL, you’ve gotta check out Bomb Biscuits! Not only is the owner and chef, Erika Council up for a James Beard Award for ‘best chef in the southeast’ , but Bomb Biscuits is also one of the New York Times’ ’50 best restaurants in America’ list!
6. Ria’s Bluebird
Where: Oakland/Cabbagetown
With an all-day brunch available at this breakfast lover’s paradise, this is your sign to check out Ria’s Bluebird if you haven’t already. We’re a sucker for their pancakes, and suggest that y’all try them out if you find yourself lost in their extensive menu. And don’t sleep on their iced lattes either… simply delicious!
7. Sun in my Belly
Where: East Lake
For relaxed and chill vibes combined with a killer breakfast menu, head to Sun in my Belly! They’ve got a delicious menu of breakfast classics and some more unique options too! Try their ooey-gooey-cheesey croque monsieur and one of their fancy breakfast cocktails!
8. Le Petite Marche
Where: Kirkwood
This adored Kirkwood gem has become a breakfast staple here in the ATL. Serving up pastries & gourmet goodies, along with hot breakfasts & lunchtime sandwiches, we love heading here first-thing for breakfast, but Le Petit Marche it the perfect place for a pick-me-up, whatever the time!
9. Emerald City Bagels
Where: East Atlanta Village
If your favorite way to start the day is with a breakfast bagel, then you’ve got to follow that yellow brick road to Emerald City Bagels. Available in sandwich form, or in bulk to take home and get creative, don’t miss out on Emerald City!
10. Breakfast at Barney’s
Where: Downtown Atlanta
We’re concluding this delicious list of breakfast spots with the most hip and happenin’ breakfast eatery in the A. Breakfast at Barney’s is a must-visit breakfast joint… but make sure to make a reservation so you don’t end up waiting until lunch!