Breakfast, the Meal of Champions

See All Lists
One of our favorite things to do on either Sat or Sun mornings is to find a new place to eat breakfast. Some are exceptional and some not so good. You be the judge!

 1. Joe's Diner

4433 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 535-4999
5.0 star rating
  1/10/2011

Finally an official "go to" diner for breakfast in Phoenix, without all of the added hype wait times and over~inflated~self~indulging hoopla that some of the "more famous" breakfast places have had from being featured on TV's food network!  Joe's…More »

Was this review …?

 2. Wildflower Bread Company

101 N Hwy 89A
Sedona, AZ 86340
(928) 204-2223
5.0 star rating
  10/25/2010

I can most definitely related to Aileen B's review of the Wildflower Bread Co. in Sedona!  

I'm a frequent flier (eater) at the WBC's through out the Phoenix market and I enjoy their fresh variety of breakfast and lunch offerings.  They are the…More »

Was this review …?

 3. Matt's Big Breakfast

801 N 1st St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 254-1074
4.0 star rating
  2/17/2011

Ok, I have to admit I'm a secret admirer of Matt's delicious ever so crunchy, thick and well seasoned bacon!! Bacon, Bacon, Bacon is what keeps me coming back to Matt's Big Breakfast and of course their pancakes, pork chops, omelets, hash browns,…More »

Was this review …?

 4. El Chorro

5550 E Lincoln Dr
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 948-5170

Category: American (New)

4.0 star rating
  6/30/2011

We went to El Chorro Lodge for brunch the other day and what a wonderful experience we had. There are a lot of reviews already written about this Arizona landmark restaurant so here's another review to consider if you're thinking about trying El…More »

Was this review …?

 5. Wildflower Bread Company

2805 W Agua Fria Fwy
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 879-6819

Category: Bakeries

5.0 star rating
  10/19/2011

This Wildflower Bread Company store is fantastic ~ a great place to go for breakfast, lunch or even dinner!  I love a good cup of soup with a side salad or a half sandwich for lunch.  If there is a Wildflower close by, that's usually my pick of…More »

Was this review …?

 6. Lux

4402 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 696-9976

Category: Coffee & Tea

4.0 star rating
  2/9/2011

There are so many reviews on Lux and I could just reiterate what's been said already ~ but they really do have incredible coffee and pastries!!

Whether your a protagonist, fan or even if your dislike Lux, they have some of the best coffee is Phoenix…More »

Was this review …?

 7. Hot Bagels and Deli

34640 N Valley Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 516-2888

Categories: Delis, Bagels

4.0 star rating
  10/2/2010

We have been looking for a place that serves good, North East - New York style bagels with lox and a deli. Glad to say we finally found one, Hot Bagels & Deli! They are a very small place right off the Carefree Hwy and I17 and frequently busy…More »

Was this review …?

 8. Cartel Coffee Lab

1 N 1st St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(480) 712-0675
4.0 star rating
  2/9/2011

Cartel is not your run of the mill coffee shop.  They have exceptional coffee, teas and offer a variety of breakfast choices, sandwiches and some salads.  They are conveniently located in the heart of downtown, within walking distance.  This is a…More »

Was this review …?

 9. Cracker Barrel

9312 W Glendale Ave
Glendale, AZ 85305
(623) 772-1930
4.0 star rating
  9/21/2011

This Cracker Barrel is very clean, well ran, good food and some very good employees.  The breakfast here is better than "The Good Egg" and also better then "Denny's" in my humble opinion.  

Some recommendations:  Moma's Pancake Breakfast ~ You get…More »

Was this review …?

 10. Hot Bagels & Deli

6520 W Happy Valley Rd
Glendale Az, AZ 85310
(623) 825-0355

Categories: Bagels, Delis

4.0 star rating
  12/5/2011

FINALLY a decent place for breakfast and lunch in this area!!!  Whoopee!  

This Hot Bagels & Deli is very similar to the HB&D at 59th and the 101Hwy and the one up at Carefree and I17Hwy.  Same great menu and the same set up.  The only bad thing about…More »

Was this review …?

 11. Elevate Coffee Co

2530 W Happy Valley Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(602) 341-5480

Category: Coffee & Tea

4.0 star rating
  11/11/2010

Elevate is one of the best coffee places in North Phoenix.  It's tucked in away in the Norterra Shops next to the Harkins Theater.  

I'm not a coffee expert but I think a good espresso requires the right ingredients, good equipment, and people who…More »

Was this review …?

 12. Denny's

3160 W Carefree Hwy
Phoenix, AZ 85073
(623) 582-2993

Category: Diners

3.0 star rating
  9/21/2011

Denny's vs The Good Egg

Denny's wins every time, hands down.  I've tried so many of both restaurants around the Phoenix metro that I can say this without hesitation.  

We've eaten at this Denny's many times and recommend it to our friends. They are the…More »

Was this review …?

 13. Mike and Ronda's The Place

5171 W Bell Rd
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 896-9929
3.0 star rating
  1/23/2011

We went to "The Place" ~ Mike and Rhonda's The Place this morning for breakfast.  They were very busy so we had to wait a while before seating.  The smell was amazing so our anticipation of well prepared, hearty breakfast full of deliciousness grew…More »

Was this review …?

 14. Next Coffee Co. & Phoenix Catering

19420 N 59th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 322-4852
3.0 star rating
  10/20/2010

I sooo wanted to give this place a better rating!  I absolutely love good coffee and I love a place that I can share my coffee with that has a good feel~vibe to it.  I've been to the Next Coffee Co. on at least five different occasions now and keep…More »

Was this review …?

 15. Over Easy

4730 E Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 468-3447
2.0 star rating
  2/6/2011

I agree with Laura E, Over Easy is now just Meh!!! What's happened to Over Easy?  HELLO Mr Owners of OE, your service and food have changed since your move and it's not a good change...  We've watched the decline of this little "hole in da wall"…More »

Was this review …?


Recently updated lists from Arlin B.

Asian Cuisine (10)

Here are some of the Best, A-OK and Just So-So, Asian places to eat around Phoenix I've been to...

Chow Wagon ~ Buffets and Smorgasbords (6)

Places to eat for those that like an array or variety of food options, or someone that might be indecisive with what they are craving and/or people with ginormous appetites!

Deli & Sandwiches (14)

A sandwich is a food item, often consisting of two or more slices of bread with one or more fillings between them, or one slice of bread with a topping or toppings, commonly called an open sandwich.... via: http://wikipedia.org/w...

Mmmm... Mexican (15)

Whether your craving some Mexican, Tex-Mex, Peruvian or Latin food here are some "south of the border" places to consider or not

It's Greek to me... (9)

Here are some good places to go for yeeeros and more!

Burgers & Hot Dogs (21)

Some places that are Burger~licious and Hot Diggity Dog

Great BBQ ~ the never ending quest! (8)

On a never ending quest to find amazing BBQ out west. Here are a few places I've been to so far...

Coffee & Caffeine (13)

Some good places to get a cup of joe, tea ~ Caffeine!

Pizza & Italian "La Cucina Italiana" (13)

Here is a list of carb-o-roma, aka Italian food to eat around Phoenix, enjoy!

Ecco un elenco di carb-o-roma, alias cibo italiano a mangiare in giro per Phoenix, buon divertimento!

Euro-eats (6)

German...Polish....French ... places to Eat

See all 12 lists »

"I'm not a pessimist, just a critical optimist"

Review votes:
955 Useful, 603 Funny, and 751 Cool

Location

Anthem, AZ

Yelping Since

September 2010

Things I Love

family, friends, my faith, golf, most all sports, hiking, cooking, dining out, traveling, reading, family adventures, spontaneity, life's thrills

Find Me In

Phoenix, AZ

My Hometown

Fort Smith, AR

When I'm Not Yelping...

enjoying time with my family and friends, and working of course...

Why You Should Read My Reviews

I'm not a pessimist, just a critical optimist looking for the very best

The Last Great Book I Read

The OZ Principle, Gods and Generals

My First Concert

Pink Floyd

My Favourite Movie

Too many to tell

My Last Meal On Earth

Something with bacon...

Don't Tell Anyone Else But...

love going to theme parks

Most Recent Discovery

A Mexican drink ~ Michelada (oh yeah!)

Current Crush

My beautiful Bride ~ Shelly B