Hold the eggs, bacon, grits, biscuit and for GOODNESS SAKES hold the sausage gravy - what in the name of all that is holy IS that, anyway??? It's like library paste thinned out with motor oil and a cup of salt. Non, merci. Here are a couple of lovely breakfasts I've enjoyed in and around Jacksonville and the Beaches area.
At least once a week I like to stop in at Bakery Moderne for a cup of coffee and pastry or a mini-quiche - they make at least two varieties of quiche fresh daily, and the scones are lovely, crumbly soft and laden with fresh fruit.
Bakery Moderne
904-389-7117
869 Stockton St
Jacksonville, FL 32204
Jacksonville, FL 32204
Late breakfast at Culhane's involves Bangers and Mash, and yes, frankly, a pint of Guinness as well. Don't judge. You know you want it.
Culhane's Irish Pub and Restaurant
904-249-9595
967 Atlantic Blvd
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
One of my favorite spots for breakfast is Biscotti's in Avondale. The atmosphere there reminds me of Cincinnati - can't tell you why. Anyway, they have some slightly awesome breakfast offerings, including some over the top french toast, and this quiche, that has an unusual but awesome crust.
I was obsessed enough after eating this one that I made my own for another couple of weeks - until I decided it was easier and more rewarding to go out and enjoy it at Biscotti's.
Biscotti's
904-387-2060
3556 Saint Johns Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32205
904-387-2060
3556 Saint Johns Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32205
Check out Mi Pueblo Bakery on Beach Boulevard for a latin twist to the grab-and-go breakfast. I wrote about them in my Serious Sandwiches segment last year. The Buneulo gets my vote for a quick bite. Savory cheesy goodness, Charlie...
Mi Pueblo Bakery
904-619-0153
10771 Beach Blvd Ste 107
Jacksonville, FL 32246
904-619-0153
10771 Beach Blvd Ste 107
Jacksonville, FL 32246
And while we're talking Latin influence - one of my absolute favorite pastries in Jax is this Guava Pocket from Edgewood Bakery. Sweet tart guava jelly loaded with sugary glaze, piled into a crispy layered pastry square.
Edgewood Bakery
904-389-8054
1012 Edgewood Ave S
Jacksonville, FL 32205 1012 Edgewood Ave S
OK - that's enough! I need to go walk on the beach and shed some of these virtual calories!
I hope it is sunny and warm where you are today - enjoy your summer. I'll be back soon with more from my Summer Staycation. Woop-woop!