Written by Abstract Samm
Have you found yourself waking up in the wonderful city of Savannah, Georgia and are wondering where to find a bit of breakfast to fuel your day? Well you’ve found the right spot to be! Keep reading to find out what’s what for breakfast in Savannah. We’ve featured everything from small little hole in the wall spots to full blown diners and everything in between. Get fueled up with any of these restaurants and be sure to fill up, we love large portions around here.
Clary’s
4.6 ★
First up today is Clary’s, the semi-famous cafe where scenes from Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil were filmed back in the late nineties. Along with the knowledge that you’re sitting in an active part of Savannah’s history, Clary’s is known for their oldschool, southern style plates of pancakes, eggs, grits, and anything else you’re craving from that classic diner location. Order up a plate of Elvis French Toast and find out why this Abercorn Street breakfast restaurant always seems to have a full house. Hours never change at Clary’s so come on down any day from 8 am – 2 pm and see what all the fuss is about. Don’t let the large crowd fool you, their service is so fast you won’t even notice. Plus, the photos alone are worth at least a walk by. Try to stroll past during their open hours without going inside, you won’t be able to resist stepping inside.
The Sentient Bean
4.4 ★
One popular mention here on The Savannah Insider is The Sentient Bean, a locally owned and operated coffee shop and bakery located right on the entrance of Forsyth Park. Mostly Vegan, The Sentient Bean can fill up even the most stubborn of meat eaters with their well known Vegan Breakfast Burrito. Even the employees will order their meals while enjoying their days off, the food is just that good. Come on in for a cold brew and some freshly made baked goods or order off the menu anytime between 7 am – 7 pm and find out why this spot has plenty of repeat customers. Look to the left of their register, usually day old pastries for only one dollar are an option until they run out around 10 am.
Goose Feathers Cafe & Bakery
4.6 ★
Since 1986, Goose Feathers Cafe & Bakery on Barnard St has been serving breakfast and brunch to the Savannah area, and we are all thrilled that they are still around. With their freshly prepared baked goods providing a daily smell that is drool worthy by itself, walking down Barnard Street is sure to draw at least your nose towards their front door. Inspired lightly by Paris, you can let Goose Feathers Cafe & Bakery take you to another world without ever having to leave Savannah. Grab a cup of any of their organic teas to pair with hearty oatmeal or any other breakfast/lunch items. Don’t skimp out on the baked goods, everything is made from scratch. Check on their hours by visiting the website, they are closed on Tuesday/Wednesday but ready for breakfast and brunch any other time.
Two Cracked Eggs
4.0 ★
Friendly service is paired with every breakfast and lunch item on the Two Cracked Eggs menu. Take your pick from either the River or Bay Street locations and come in for classics like biscuits and gravy or a country scrambler. Both restaurants open up at 7 am on all days except Wednesday, with River Street’s closing at 3 pm and Bay Street’s at 2:30. An easily navigated menu is served up regularly by people who are happy to see you come in at Two Cracked Eggs, regardless of which store you sit down at. Don’t be too shocked when you see the size of their massive biscuits, just one of those could easily fill anyone up. With either restaurant’s proximity to Downtown Savannah’s prime shopping stops, you’ll have an excuse to sit in at Two Cracked Eggs when you take advantage of the area’s many stores.
The Breakfast Place
4.1 ★
When you want to get away from the “directly inside of downtown” scene, The Breakfast Place in Crossroads Shopping Center on Victory is your safe haven. Usually not too crowded at any moment, but always busy, The Breakfast Place is an affordable diner style eatery that serves large portions and plenty of coffee. Monday through Sunday, you can have some breakfast or lunch with them from 6 am – 3 pm. Try out the hashbrown platter for a twist on what you’d find at most places, they add plenty of shrimp for a real protein kick.
Little Duck Diner
4.4 ★
Vintage chic takes on somewhat of a new wave twist at the Little Duck Diner on Saint Julian Street. Encouraging what they hope is a “youthful” feeling to anyone who dines with them, the team at Little Duck Diner remembers the 20’s and 30’s with every step of your meal experience. Slide up next to your favorite person in the leather booth section and get cozy with biscuits and gravy or steak and eggs. Breakfast is served all day, starting at 10 am during the week and 9 am on the weekends. Happy to serve up cage-free eggs with most plates, you can feel good about eating with Little Duck Diner. The best part about this place? They know that breakfast for dinner is actually the best meal in existence and serve it up until close at 9 pm. During the week, they do close between 3-5 pm but weekends remain active all day long.
The Cuban Window
4.7 ★
When you first pull up to The Cuban Window on Abercorn, you might question us a little but don’t worry. While their location is small, the flavor inside is HUGE while prices are more than affordable. Closed on Tuesdays, you can try out this family owned and operated cafe from 7 am – 8 pm during the day, 8 am – 8 pm on the weekends. Breakfast includes numbered platters that are always stocked full of simple but filling dishes that lack nothing in the realm of flavor. Have you ever had a breakfast style Cuban sandwich before? If not, here’s your chance to find out without breaking the bank. Get rid of all the frills that come with the usual restaurant scene and get back to the basics in the best way with The Cuban Window.
Maple Street Biscuit Company
4.6 ★
Since their opening in 2012, Maple Street Biscuit Company on Broughton has set out to make breakfast more fun without sacrificing the hearty fullness of the meal. Everything is made from scratch, they want to be sure your experience with them leaves you energized by the same food they would use to feed their families. At first, you might feel like a biscuit couldn’t possibly fill you up entirely but one look at the menu will show you an entirely new side to how much you can possibly pile between these two pieces of bread. Any day that you’re feeling up to something like The Squawking Goat (which was featured on The Food Network and includes goat cheese) then plan for a meal anytime from 7 am – 2 pm.
Foxy Loxy
4.7 ★
This particular restaurant and art studio is made up of three parts, coffee, Tex-Mex food, and baked goods. Locally crafted creative pieces line the walls regularly and you may even recognize their semi-famous “I Heart Foxy” stickers laying up for grabs on the counter. Everyone knows that you’re not a local resident of Savannah’s historic district until you’ve slapped one of those bad boys on a laptop or bicycle. From 8 am – 9 pm every day (closed at 4 pm on Sundays), you can pair your cup of locally roasted coffee (or a glass of wine) with Tex-Mex style burritos and sit in their courtyard. Though their brunch menu is not available all day every day, don’t skip out on any of their baked goods. The gluten free or Vegan eater in the group will be thrilled to find that their counters constantly have a wide selection within their dietary restrictions. Look no further than Bull Street for Foxy Loxy and hang out for a while.
The Funky Brunch Cafe
4.4 ★
Cook your own pancakes on the built-in griddles located in the tables of The Funky Brunch Cafe on Broughton Street near The Olde Pink House. Bring the entire family out for this interactive experience and sit happily in their low-key chic environment. Dog friendly outdoor seating is also available so you really can bring all of the loved ones in your party. Though they aren’t open on Tuesdays, your group can load up and head over from 8 am – 2:30 pm every other day. If sweet breakfast does not interest you, don’t worry. Plenty of savory classics are available on the menu and you don’t have to cook them yourself.
The Original Pancake House
4.3 ★
Another “not too far from the Historic District” gem, The Original Pancake House on Hodgson Memorial Drive came to us from an origin story that began in Portland, Oregon. The Original Pancake House has been family owned for the last three generations, having grown to over 100 locations across the country. Specifically exciting to this location, order up a platter of “Fresh Georgia” pancakes for a taste of one flavor that we love around here. Earlybirds can wander over any day from 6:30 am – 2:30 pm for The Original Pancake House and all they have to offer. Discover what has kept this family favorite up and running since their humble openings in 1953.
Conclusion
Now you have 12 different (but equally incredible) places to try out when you need to fuel up for a big day in Savannah. Don’t forget to click through our past articles whenever you need to lock down a specific food spot while in the area. At The Savannah Insider, we try to cover any and all topics with our blog so that you don’t have to work so hard when planning a trip. Desserts, Outdoor Seating, and Vegan food articles are the tip of a massive iceberg full of information that you might need.
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