Best Breakfasts in Stockton, California
It's important to have a good start to your day—and a great breakfast can do just that. In Stockton, you have plenty of delicious options to choose from.
Is there really anything better than some hot coffee paired with fluffy pancakes, a delicious omelet, or a stuffed breakfast burrito at the beginning of your full day? Check out these Stockton restaurants for the best and most delicious way to kick off your morning right.
1. The Omelet House
As one would expect from the name, The Omelet House is known for breakfasts. Of course you can have just about any type of omelet imaginable, but you can also get a killer plate of biscuits and gravy. Be sure to come hungry, because the portions are generous, and you don't want to let any of this food go to waste.
Where are they?
3455 Cherokee Road
2. Duck Nook
Breakfast and brunch are the specialties here at Duck Nook. The French Toast is just the picture of perfection, and their biscuits and gravy should be called gravy and biscuits, which is the way it should be. That gravy is also amazing on their country fried steak as well. If you judge a breakfast restaurant by its bacon, then you'll definitely approve of your meal here.
Where are they?
103 W Harding Way
3. Mi Ranchito Cafe
Mi Ranchito is another long-time favorite in Stockton. Family-owned since the 1970's, it's become the go-to spot for generations of residents. You haven't lived until you've had a breakfast burrito from Mi Ranchito. The machaca plate is another popular breakfast choice.
Where are they?
425 S Center Street
4. Casagrandes Delicatessen & Catering
If you're one of those types who starts the day as hungry as a bear just waking up from hibernation, then Casagrandes is where you need to go. The pancakes are huge. Like the size of a pizza huge. The omelets are packed, and the country fried steaks are pure perfection. Start your morning off right, just be sure to bring your appetite.
Where are they?
1910 County Club Boulevard
5. American Waffle Diner
If you're at all familiar with the Stockton dining scene, you knew American Waffle Diner was going to be listed. While waffles have expanded beyond the breakfast table to really be an anytime meal, breakfasts here are amazing. Of course they have traditional waffle plates as well as chicken and waffles, but they also offer French Toast, breakfast burritos and even crepes. The only real limit is your imagination.
Where are they?
1540 E March Lane, Suite B-5
6. Market Tavern
The best thing about brunch is that it has all the food of breakfast without all that waking up early nonsense. With that in mind, next time you wake up past the "normal" time for breakfast, head over to Market Tavern and enjoy their brunch menu served Saturdays and Sundays. From classics like pancakes and French Toast to fancier fare like eggs Benedict or lemon ricotta pancakes, you've got some amazing options.
Where are they?
236 Lincoln Center
7. Sam's Cafe
It's almost mandatory for a café to have great breakfast, right? Sam's fits that bill with good, old fashioned down home breakfasts. The portions are generous and the bacon and sausage are definitely on point. Their waffles are also amazing, but the star may be the country fried steak.
Where are they?
2328 Pacific Avenue
8. Tommy's Cafe
The kids woke up on the wrong side of the bed, what do you do to get things going in the right direction again? Take them to Tommy's Café. The chocolate chip pancakes would put a smile on even the grumpiest of faces, while you can enjoy a fantastic omelet or country-style skillet. By the end, everyone will be happy and full, the only real way to start a day.
Where are they?
7407 Pacific Avenue
9. La Mesa
La Mesa, located in Lincoln Center, is known for it's delicious Mexican cuisine—and that includes some fantastic breakfast items! Those dishes include a savory plate of chilaquiles and a fantastic cheese and jalapeño crusted chorizo burrito. Trust us: You will not be sorry starting your morning with these stellar breakfast options.
Where are they?
329 Lincoln Center
10. King Island Bar & Grill
Why not enjoy your breakfast with a view of the Delta? Located off of Eight Mile Road at the King Island Resort, King Island Bar & Grill is serving breakfast from 8 am to noon on weekends, with Eggs Benedict being served on Sundays. They also offer yummy plates that include oysters, ribs, shrimp, prime rib, halibut, linguini with clams and much more. Plus, as stated earlier, you get that great view!
Where are they?
11530 W. Eight Mile Rd
11. Bob's at the Marina
A delicious, filling breakfast while sitting on the marina... what's not to like? Bob's at the Marina serves up some hearty breakfasts you're bound to adore. Options like steak & eggs, the breakfast burrito, linguiça & eggs, and biscuits & gravy as well as omelettes, hotcakes, and more. All this with a lovely morning view. You won't want to leave... plus, you may not be able to depending on how much you order!
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