Best Breakfast Spots on the Cape and Islands

We always get asked where the best spots to grab breakfast on the Cape and Islands are, so we decided to put together a list of some of our favorites! Did we miss any? Leave a comment below!

• The Rail (Orleans) - their main inspiration for "The Rail" comes from surfing. The rail is the edge of your surfboard that controls a lot of your movement from the wave. Stop by on your way to Nauset Beach and grab some delicious breakfast. PS, we highly recommend trying the French toast!

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• Café Chew (Sandwich) - a healthy and delicious eatery with indoor and outdoor seating. Café Chew is where you can feel at home, sipping a freshly brewed coffee at a cozy corner table. Grab a quick breakfast sandwich and a pastry baked in-house to get your day started! 

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• Lemon Press (Nantucket) - located on Nantucket's cobblestoned Main Street, Lemon Press is an organic eatery, café, and craft cocktail bar. They aim to provide a fresh and friendly space to gather over coffee and avocado toast, or shared plates and cocktails. Start your day off right with an energizing coffee drink, a delicious breakfast sandwich, and one of their famous cold-pressed juices.  

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• Moonakis Cafe (East Falmouth) - consistently recognized as one of the best breakfast and lunch restaurants on Cape Cod, Moonakis Cafe is open for both inside dining and curbside takeout seven days a week. Make sure you try their mouth-watering pancakes that are served with whipped butter and powdered sugar! 

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• The Kitchen Café (Brewster) - a locally owned breakfast and lunch restaurant offering delicious food and coffee, a family-friendly environment, weekly specials, take-out, and even special event services! Stop in for breakfast as they offer a variety of options such as breakfast burritos, omelettes, waffles, homemade pancakes, French toast, and benedicts. 

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• Pain D'Avignon Restaurant Boulangerie (Hyannis, Chatham & Osterville) - what started out as a small boulangerie selling baguettes, croissants, and espresso quickly became a café offering European-style gourmet breakfast, lunch, and exquisite specialties made in-house. Taste one of their breakfast sandwiches, egg breakfasts, or chef-inspired omelettes! Their bakery offers delicious homemade bread, bagels, croissants, and pastries.  

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• Amie Bakery (Osterville) - offers a delicious morning lineup of scratch‑made breakfast favorites. Their breakfast menu features options like the signature McAMIE — a sausage, egg & cheese sandwich on a cheddar biscuit — plus enjoy croissant sandwiches, house‑made bagels, and quiche slices available all day. You’ll also find fresh muffins, scones, coffee cake, and other pastries to make your morning extra sweet. Pair your meal with one of their locally roasted coffees, lattes, cold brews, or a refreshing smoothie!

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• Hole in One Breakfast and Lunch (Orleans, Eastham & West Yarmouth) - come dine at "the place where locals go." Enjoy a sit-down breakfast, donuts, and pastries, or grab some takeout! Their bakery and coffee shop in West Yarmouth and Eastham offers over 17 different styles of donuts, as well as muffins, croissants, bagels, pastries, and cookies. Their breakfast specialties in Orleans include a variety of omelettes, benedicts, pancakes, waffles, French toast, and breakfast sandwiches!  

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• Waterside Market (Vineyard Haven) - located on Main Street in Vineyard Haven, Waterside Market is a year-round market and cafe offering all-day breakfast! All meals are served with fresh ingredients, organic and local when possible, and made from scratch. Sip on a fresh cup of coffee, matcha, apple cider, and more while you people-watch on their amazing outdoor patio! 

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• Sunbird Cape Cod (Orleans) - they offer a growing list of homemade snacks, meals, sauces, spreads, ingredients, treats, and more! Everything is made from scratch in their kitchen with seasonally fresh ingredients. Make sure to try their fresh coffee, espresso, and homemade beverages while enjoying one of their mouthwatering Bird Breakfast Sandwiches! 

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• Grumpy's (East Dennis) - serving home-style cooking since 1991, Grumpy's is the place to go for a great, hearty meal. Grumpy's is well known for its warm, friendly atmosphere with a menu big enough to please everyone. Every meal is made from the finest ingredients and cooked to order with the highest quality meats, cheese, and produce.  

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• Jack's Outback (Yarmouth Port) - open Tuesday through Sunday from 7am–1pm, this cozy breakfast and lunch spot tucked off Route 6A serves hearty homemade favorites in a cozy, relaxed setting. The menu features classic egg dishes, waffles, pancakes, French toast, and creative Benedict options! Pair your breakfast with one of their additional side options, including a signature warm popover — a local favorite.

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• Bagel Haven (Mashpee) - the options are endless at Bagel Haven with freshly baked bagels and muffins, delicious breakfast sandwiches, house-made cream cheese flavors, wraps, and paninis! Their bagels are baked fresh and delivered daily. Make sure to come in early or call ahead before your favorite flavor is sold out! 

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• Good Friends Cafe (West Dennis) - opening their doors in 2009, what was once a seasonal summer-only spot has grown into a community favorite now serving breakfast and lunch year-round! Stop in for a homemade breakfast in a welcoming atmosphere with a menu full of fresh, delicious, and creative bites. Don't forget to ask about their daily specials! 

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• Cape Cod Coffee (Mashpee Commons) - where a sip of coffee can help take you away to the Cape Cod state of mind. Cape Cod Coffee Cafe has much more than delicious coffee to start your day. They offer a variety of traditional breakfasts, breakfast sandwiches, pancakes, and more. Make sure you try their mimosa flight while you're there!

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• The Daily Paper on Main (Hyannis) - serving only the freshest local ingredients and proudly pouring coffee from Beanstock Roasters of Wellfleet. Stop in and pick from one of their tasty burritos, breakfast sandwiches, French toast, waffles, pancakes, and more!

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• Pickle Jar (Falmouth) - a family business run in the historic Weeks Building on Main Street in downtown Falmouth. The Pickle Jar Kitchen makes every meal with wholesome, natural ingredients and serves its customers in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Make sure to try The House Pickles! 

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• Keltic Kitchen (West Yarmouth) - the place to get a traditional Irish breakfast. Try a delicious slice of their French toast in an atmosphere you do not want to miss!

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• Daily Brew (North Falmouth) - at "The Brew," you can always enjoy a delicious, freshly brewed coffee or sandwich in a laid-back and welcoming atmosphere. They serve breakfast and lunch daily, along with retail items from local artisans. Their new space on Route 28 is home to The Lounge, which features an amazing lineup of local and touring musicians, making it a go-to cozy spot to settle in and enjoy unforgettable live music! 

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• Ann & Fran's Kitchen (West Yarmouth) - serving friends and neighbors since 1975, A&F crafted their menu from scratch with unique and delicious breakfast and lunch items. Whether you are a meat lover, gluten-free, or vegan, A&F has something that is bound to bring you back for a second visit! 

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• Hangar B Eatery (Chatham) - open for breakfast and lunch at The Chatham Municipal Airport. They offer indoor and outdoor seating, a grab-and-go option in the summer, and their own organic fair trade coffee at their roasting bay in North Chatham. 

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• The Wee Packet Restaurant (Dennis Port) - open since 1949, they have been serving loyal customers for over 70 years! They strive to provide an authentic Cape Cod experience while serving the freshest food.

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• Cafe Alfresco (Brewster) - located right on historic Route 6A, they are home to delicious smoothies, breakfast sandwiches, coffee, pastries, and acai bowls.

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