Wake up and smell the coffee (or Waffles!) in Mt. Pleasant. Check out community members’ and visitors’ favorite local spots to grab breakfast and some of their favorite menu items!
AROUND TOWN
The Diner | Location: 1327 S Mission St.
Nothing beats a hearty breakfast at a mom and pops – The Diner serves exactly that! Get ready for great portions, breakfast classics and friendly staff.
Our fans’ recommendations: The Diner has amazing omelets and breakfast burritos.
Wood Shop Social | Location: 2236 S Mission St.
Indulge in a unique brunch experience at Wood Shop Social. Their Sunday brunch features creative French toast flavor combinations, a build-your-own Bloody Mary & Mimosa bar for adults, and a cereal bar for families.
Omelettes and More | Location: 1705 S. Mission St.
Stop in and enjoy a local favorite, Omelettes and More! Serving up your favorite classic breakfast plates, signature skillets, and omelets – all with a smile.
Photo Credit: Wood Shop Social – Amanda Shaffer with Awesome Mitten
DOUGHNUTS
Cops & Doughnuts | Location: 1327 S Mission St.
Real cops, serving real doughnuts is the motto at Cops & Doughnuts Central Precinct. This doughnut shop and bakery boasts handmade confections of all types; warm, fresh doughnuts and steaming cups of coffee to enjoy while experiencing a decorated, police-inspired interior.
Ignite Donuts | Location: 1327 S Mission St.
A newly opened cafe in the area started by three best friends at Central Michigan University. Famous for their donut kits, six warm donut holes, with a 2oz container of glaze in the center for dipping and glazing, Ignite is known for making delicious donuts.
Photo Credit: Ignite Donuts
DOWNTOWN
Max & Emily’s Eatery | Location: 125 E Broadway St.
While Max & Emily’s is known for its sandwiches, its breakfast menu and assorted baked goods will keep you coming back. Top sellers include: Swiss Scrambler, three scrambled eggs, hickory smoked ham, scallions, Swiss cheese on a toasted golden croissant; B.O.B. (Breakfast on a Bagel), three scrambled eggs, choice of hickory smoked ham or Canadian bacon, choice of cheddar, smoked Gouda, fresh Mozzarella, Pepper Jack, Provolone, or Swiss cheese on a toasted bagel. Can you say, “YUM?!” .
Ponder Coffee Co | Location: 110 E. Broadway St.
Our community loves Ponder Coffee Company a waffle lot! This is the place for delicious specialty coffee and breakfast items; Ponder Coffee Company is a roaster and purveyor of fine specialty coffee while crafting the most delicious waffles and toasts in town. FYI – each Sunday, Ponder Coffee Company extends its waffle menu creating new concoctions inspired by seasonal fruits and flavors.
Our fans’ recommendations: Avocado toast, Caffè Americano, waffles and a breakfast burritos make for a delicious first meal!
Stan’s – Downtown Mt. Pleasant | Location: 220 E Broadway St.
Ask any local where to go for breakfast and the majority will answer, “Stan’s.” This local hot-spot is typically filled with regulars, college students and visiting parents enjoying menu items with that homemade feel. If omelets are your go-to first meal item, we recommend the Farmers Omelet – featuring fresh produce and hot hash browns inside.
Our fans’ recommendations: Stan’s for eggs, blueberry pancakes and the best toast in town.
Pleasant City Coffee | Location: 220 E Broadway St.
Coffee and crepes go together like peanut butter and jelly, and Pleasant City Coffee is bringing the dynamic duo to coffee & crepe lovers in Downtown Mt. Pleasant. On Wednesdays, stop by the local favorite for FREE Latte Day – with a purchase of a crepe, you will receive a free latte.
Photo: Ponder Coffee Company’s Central Location
Discover delectable dining across the city – with more then 100 local restaurants, the Mt. Pleasant area is truly a foodies dream. Tell us where your favorite places to dine are in the comments section! What follows are a few local spots with breakfast items: Silver Spoon Coffee and GreenTree Cooperative.
