Breakfast and brunch are the most essential part of the day, so it’s vital that you find a great brunch spot near you. Here at Panama City Toyota, we know that what each person looks for in a great brunch spot can differ. To help you choose, we’ve gathered up some of the best pancake and waffle-serving spots around. Here are our top picks for the best breakfasts and brunches in the Panama City area.
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Alice’s On Bayview
Don’t be fooled by its unassuming exterior, Alice’s on Bayview is a hot brunch spot that offers classic southern dishes. With high ceilings and seating near the windows, Alice’s offers an open and airy feeling for diners. The exposed brick, string lights, and decorations create a comfortable and cozy atmosphere.
The brunch menu features tasty choices like the smoked tuna dip, fried oysters, watermelon beet salad, fresh mahi-mahi, and the brunch burger. For dessert, you can grab a slice of key lime pie, a bread pudding with whiskey sauce, or cheesecake. Alice’s also hosts local events, so you can check out their website to learn more about what they have going on.
Andy’s Flour Power
Andy’s Flour Power in Panama City is a brunch spot that focuses on serving the best and freshest foods. If you like to have drinks with brunch, you can grab a breakfast martini, pear martini, or key lime martini. Coffee drinkers may enjoy the Emerald Coast, Hawaiian coffee, Irish coffee, or toasted almond mocha. They serve breakfast, lunch, and brunch at Andy’s, so you can stop by whenever is best for you.
Some of the highlights from their brunch menu include eggs benedict, Crawfish Julie, shrimp and grits, French toast, and Belgian waffles. Another specialty they offer is rolled omelets that come in flavors like Gouda morning, ham and cheddar, surf and turf, and spinach feta. This is a great place to take kids, as the kids menu includes options like grilled cheese, peanut butter and jelly, French toast, eggs, and a Belgian waffle.
Dat Cajun Place
The slogan “where you go out to feel at home” belongs to Dat Cajun Place, where they serve a New Orleans-style brunch on Sundays. When you head to Dat Cajun Place for brunch, you get entertainment in the form of the Northshore Jazz band. Though they aren’t currently accepting online orders, you may be able to join their waitlist through the website. Dat Cajun Place is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and it’s open on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
For something savory, you can choose an omelet with ham, sausage, steak, or bacon. They also offer savory dishes like Dat Benedict, biscuits and gravy, and shrimp and lobster grits. For something sweet, choose Dat French Toast or a gourmet cinnamon roll. If you like a little of both, consider the chicken and waffles dish, which combines a Belgian waffle with fried chicken and a drizzle of Cajun honey.
Liza’s Kitchen
Liza’s Kitchen Cafe & Catering claims to be a “tiny little gourmet sandwich spot” near Panama City Beach, but Liza’s serves much more than just sandwiches. Part of what sets this brunch option apart is the fresh salads and daily soup options. Sometimes the soup options even change twice daily, which means you’re always in for something different at Liza’s. During their weekend brunch, you can order eggs benedict, eggs Liza, and breakfast burritos.
They also have a kids menu for brunch, featuring French toast and jelly biscuits. For something lighter, you can opt for one of their salads or the soup du jour. This location has both indoor and outdoor seating, so you can enjoy the sunny weather or stay in the air conditioning, depending on your preferences. With a bright blue interior and fun decorations, you’ll always have something beautiful to look at while waiting for your food at Liza’s.
Lotus Health Food Café And Juice Bar
The bright decorations and healthy atmosphere at Lotus Cafe may inspire you to treat yourself to a fresh juice or nutritious breakfast. When you sit inside, you’ll enjoy the wall-to-wall windows offering a stunning view of the garden, which sprawls in tangles of leaves and tree bark. If you want some fresh air while enjoying your breakfast, you can also choose from their outdoor seating.
The smoothie and juices menu offers a plethora of flavors and combinations you can enjoy, depending on which vitamins and nutrients you want. With smoothies like goji cacao, strawberry dream, and peanut butter Buddha, Lotus Cafe offers plenty of options for every palate. The juice menu features the beach juice, which has carrot, apple, and beet, and the V-12, which features tomato, carrot, celery, ginger, and cayenne. This is a great location for vegan and vegetarian brunch-goers, as the menu includes options like vegan burritos, breakfast bowls, and scramblers.
Sunrise Café & Bakery
Enter the parking lot for Sunrise Cafe & Bakery on Montgomery Drive, then head inside for some delicious sweet treats and breakfast foods. They offer a dog-friendly patio, a large indoor dining area, and fresh donuts and croissants every day. Caffeine enthusiasts may love coming to Sunrise for its wide variety of coffee beverages, including cafe con leche, cappuccinos, and a list of different lattes. If you’re not feeling coffee, you can go for a hot or iced tea, chai latte, or hot chocolate.
Sunrise Cafe is a great place to stop to fill up before a day of activities in Panama City. Breakfast at Sunrise is served until 3 p.m., so you can enjoy a late brunch with friends. For something sweet, grab a waffle with syrup and chocolate chips or some fresh fruit. If you prefer a savory breakfast, go for the loaded hash brown burrito or croissant sandwich. The grits with sausage and scrambled cheese is a classic and hearty Southern dish that’s sure to fill you up.
Those are our top picks for the best breakfasts and brunches in the Panama City area. Did we miss a place with great waffles or crepes? Do you know where to find the best mimosas in town? Please don’t hesitate to contact us and fill us in so we can make sure every reader gets the eggs and toast they need.
