Tops O' the Mornin'
Art: Jan Perkins
It’s been said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. And whatever the day has in store — from skiing in serious powder to seriously kicking back — there are plenty of local eateries that specialize in breakfast. Here’s a sampling of some of Park City’s finest, serving up eggs, pancakes and more, seven days a week.
The Eating Establishment (317 Main Street. Breakfast is served daily from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. 435.649.8284).As Park City’s oldest full-service restaurant, the Eating Establishment, or the “Double E,” has been serving up morning coffee and breakfast since 1972. Their legendary Miner’s Dawn entrée — a skillet of seasoned potatoes and melted cheddar topped with basted eggs — has earned national acclaim. Customers also crave the Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs as well as the Eggs Benedict. In a hurry to hit the slopes? Visit the Easting Establishment Resort Express, located at the base of Park City Mountain Resort. Breakfast is served daily from 8 a.m.-11 a.m. during ski season.
The Hungry Moose Pub & Grill (438 Main Street. Breakfast served daily from 9 a.m.-10 p.m. 435.649-8800). While the Hungry Moose has moved from their Park City Mountain Resort location to Main Street, the breakfast menu still features famous entrées like the Jumbo Breakfast Burrito — a hearty combination of scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese and bacon, ham or sausage — a skier’s favorite.
JB’s Restaurant (6560 N. Landmark Drive, located in the Best Western Landmark Inn. Breakfast is served all day, every day from 6 a.m.-11 p.m. 435.940.1530). With an extensive menu offering more than 35 breakfast entrées, JB’s is a real crowd pleaser. Skillets and omelettes are their specialty. Try the Red Chile Beef Skillet or the California Chicken Omelette. The All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast Buffet including eggs, pancakes, French toast and more — is offered daily until 11 a.m., and during weekend brunch.
Main Street Pizza & Noodle (530 Main Street. Breakfast is served daily from 8 a.m.-11 a.m. during ski season. 435.645.8878). Pizza and pasta for breakfast? Not quite, but this popular Main Street eatery adds breakfast service to their menu during the busy ski season. Conveniently located in the heart of Old Town, Main Street Pizza & Noodle serves a variety of breakfast standards including waffles, Eggs Benedict and assorted cold cereals, but their omelettes are a breakfast highlight.
The Morning Ray Café (255 Main Street, located inside the Treasure Mountain Inn. Open daily for breakfast 7 a.m.-1:30 p.m. weekdays and until 2 p.m. on weekends. 435.649.5686). Located at the top of Main Street, the Morning Ray’s fun and funky atmosphere attracts a steady clientele of locals and visitors in search of a great cup of coffee and an eclectic offering of entrées made with organically grown ingredients. Don’t miss the signature Morning Ray (a large plate of house fries, topped with sautéed vegetables, cheese and eggs or tofu), Huevos Rancheros or the Ray’s Sourdough or Buckaroo pancakes!
Mt. Air Café (1900 Park Avenue. Open 6 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday - Thursday, until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. 435.649.9868). A Park City locals’ breakfast staple since 1976, the Mt. Air Café serves breakfast daily until 9 p.m. Take a seat at the counter or slide into one of the café’s booths and order up one of the famous Mt. Air three-egg omelettes. The house specialty features three whipped eggs filled with cheese, green peppers, onions and ham, all rolled into a flour tortilla. Locals make a special trip for the homemade sausage, bacon and the biscuits and gravy, served daily until 11 a.m.
No Worries Café & Grill (185 Aspen Drive. Breakfast is served from 7 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Monday through Friday, Saturday until noon, and all day Sunday. 435.658.5007). A neighborhood gathering spot located in Summit Park, No Worries serves up delicious entrées made from scratch — each served with fresh fruit and a smile. Try Dante’s Inferno, a unique dish created by chef Dante Eggan, featuring sirloin tips, hot Italian sausage, tomatoes, spinach, two cheeses and fresh garlic tossed in green pepper sauce and served frittata style, with hollandaise and Cajun dust. Kids of all ages will giggle through a meal of the Bullwinkle pancakes.
Off Main Café (1782 Prospector Drive. Breakfast served 8 a.m.-11 a.m., Monday through Friday, and until 1 p.m. on weekends. 435.649.6478). The cozy atmosphere of Off Main Café is a great place to gather with friends and family for a tasty breakfast of Fresh Baked Challah French Toast or Buttermilk Pancakes. Muffins, breads and other goodies are baked on-site, including Off Main’s famous Cinnamon Rolls. Get them while they’re hot — they sell out fast!
Silver Summit Café (6065 Silver Creek Drive. Breakfast is served from 6:30 a.m. -10:30 a.m., Monday through Friday, until 11:00 a.m. Saturday, and until noon on Sunday. 435.649.7638). Located adjacent to a gas station, the Silver Summit Café’s unique location has earned the restaurant the distinction of serving up the “Best Gas Station Grub” in Utah. The Silver Summit’s simple menu features many breakfast favorites, including their famous Chili Omelette. The kids’ menu offers affordable kid-sized selections for children under 10 and come with a special toy.
Wasatch Bagel Café (1300 Snow Creek Drive. Breakfast served from 6 a.m.-2 p.m. daily. 435.645.7778). For a quick breakfast stop, drop in to the Wasatch Bagel Café. Featuring more than 18 varieties of fresh baked bagels and homemade cream cheese, you might just think you’re in an authentic New York bagel shop. The Wasatch Bagel Café also cooks up tasty egg and cheese bagel sandwiches, breakfast burritos, pastries, muffins, granola, oatmeal and more. Grab a cup of the locally famous Park City Roasters coffee or enjoy a latté, cap-puccino, iced coffee and more.
Your comments may be edited for brevity and foul language.