Best Breakfast Spots in Baltimore Worth Waking Up For
From waterfront cafés to huge brunch plates, these Baltimore breakfast spots are totally worth checking out!
Key Takeaways
- Explore Baltimore’s breakfast spots, from waterfront cafés to generous brunch plates.
- Miss Shirley’s Cafe offers delicious dishes like the Maryland Omelet and welcomes guests with a cocktail window.
- Blue Moon Cafe boasts huge portions and has been featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives for its Captain Crunch French Toast.
- La Jetée provides a French-inspired menu with items like buttermilk crepes and croissant bread pudding, crafted by a James Beard Award-winning chef.
- No matter the occasion, make time for breakfast in Baltimore; you won’t leave hungry.
Miss Shirley’s Cafe
750 E. Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD 21202 513 W. Cold Sprint Lane, Baltimore, MD 21210
Miss Shirley’s Cafe- Fried Green Tomatoes
- The Maryland Omelette at Miss Shirley’s Cafe
You know a place is good when there’s a line for breakfast. Luckily, Miss Shirley’s keeps guests happy with a cocktail window, so you can grab a mimosa or Bloody Mary while you wait. I tried the Sunrise Mimosa, which mixes Champagne, Natalie’s Squeezed Fresh Orange Mango Juice with pulp, a splash of grenadine, and an orange wheel on top.
When I sat down, they offered me an appetizer of Fried Green Tomatoes. Of course, I had to try them. After that, I enjoyed a Maryland Omelet with jumbo crab and a side of stone-ground grits with bacon. The meal was so filling, I felt like I wouldn’t need to eat again all day. Miss Shirley’s leaves you full and ready for a nap. If you’re in Baltimore, you should definitely add this spot to your breakfast list.
Blue Moon Cafe
1621 Aliceanna St, Baltimore, MD 21231 1024 Light St, Baltimore, MD 21230 (Blue Moon Cafe Too)
- Blue Moon Cafe at Fells Point
- Captain Crunch French Toast
- Breakfast at the Blue Moon Cafe
Blue Moon Cafe calls itself “Breakfast with a Rock ‘n Roll Attitude” or “Bad Ass Breakfast,” according to their website. I visited the original restaurant in Fells Point. I sat outside at a small table in this charming, historic neighborhood where lots of locals gather. The Blue Moon Cafe was featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives on The Food Network for their Captain Crunch French Toast. The portions were huge!
La Jetée
1215 Wills St., Baltimore, MD 21231
The view of the water from inside La Jetée.
A cocktail- The bread pudding
For something a bit fancier and French, head to La Jetée and start with an L’Orangerie Cocktail, which has orange-infused rosé, Cointreau, Lustau brandy, and soda. You won’t leave hungry here. The menu includes buttermilk crepes, eggs scrambled with herbs or made into an omelette with maitake mushrooms, plus soups and sandwiches. The Tomato Bisque was delicious. We finished with croissant bread pudding topped with spiced crème anglaise. James Beard Award-winning Chef Spike Gjerde is behind La Jetée. It is located in the Canopy by Hilton Baltimore at Harbor Point, with views of the harbor.
One Last Bite
One of my absolute favorite experiences when exploring a city is discovering those delightful local restaurants that linger in my mind long after I’m back home. From charming waterfront cafés to cozy neighborhood breakfast spots serving generous portions and bold cocktails, I’ve unearthed some fantastic breakfast gems in Baltimore. Whether you’re here for a conference, a weekend escape, or just stopping by, be sure to indulge in one of these best breakfast spots in Baltimore. You’ll be pleasantly surprised—I promise, you won’t leave hungry!
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