They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and with so many great restaurants that serve breakfast in Portland it can be hard to decide where to satisfy your morning munchies. Here is a list of my favorite breakfast restaurants, and a few of my favorite dishes. Don’t forget to tell them that Denise sent you!
McMenamins Kennedy School
Located at: 5736 NE 33rd Avenue; Portland, Oregon 97214
Breakfast served: Monday – Friday 7am to 11am, Weekends & Holidays 7am to 11:30am
Call them at: (503)288-2192
On the web at: www.mcmenamins.com
Menu prices: $6 – $11 a plate.
Author’s choice: My favorite breakfast selection is the Amoretto French Toast. The amoretto flavoring blends with the whipped butter and maple syrup to create a melody of flavors that makes waking up in the morning worthwhile.
Voodoo Doughnuts
Located at: 22 SW Third Ave; Portland, Oregon 97204
Breakfast served: 24 hours
Call them at: (503)241-4704
On the web at: https://voodoodoughnut.com
Menu prices: $2-$5 a doughnut.
Author’s choice: When I’m looking for a sugar kick to start my day, I grab a Butter Fingering and let the vanilla and Butterfinger take me away. This is a great way to finish a night out on the town, or kick off a day of city adventure.
Milo’s City Café
Located at: 1325 NE Broadway; Portland, Oregon 97232
Breakfast served: Monday – Friday 6:30am to 11am, weekends 7:30am to 2:30pm
Call them at: (503)288-MILO
On the web at: http://miloscitycafe.com
Menu prices: $6 – $12 a plate.
Author’s choice: I love the Chef’s Whim Waffle. It’s like “soup of the day”, but with waffles! It’s a great way to try something new for breakfast.
Stepping Stone Café
Located at: 2390 NW Quimby Street; Portland, Oregon 97210
Breakfast served: All day
Call them at: (503)222-1132
On the web at:www.steppingstonecafe.com
Menu prices: $3-$12 a plate.
Author’s choice: The Neo Bobcat Omelet is a yummy blend of cheese, avocado and tomato. Try the Cream Cheese with your avocado and tomato, you won’t be disappointed.
The Gateway Breakfast House
Located at: 11411 NE Halsey Street; Portland, Oregon 97220
Breakfast served: Monday – Saturday 6:30am to 3pm, Sunday 7:30am to 3pm
Call them at: (503)256-6280
On the web at: menu available to view at www.menupix.com
Menu prices: $5-10 a plate.
Author’s choice: The Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs is one of my favorite all-time breakfasts. Not for the “light” eater, this is a great way to fill up an empty tummy.
Want more great eats? Check out these other articles by Denise Kawaii:
Happy Hour In Portland, Oregon
A Sunday Afternoon Getaway: McMinnville, Oregon
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