Best Breakfast in Downtown Salt Lake City

BRUCE BIGFORD

 

Downtown Salt Lake City has a strong breakfast scene built around classic institutions, creative brunch spots, and neighborhood cafés. This guide focuses on downtown and near-downtown breakfast restaurants that consistently earn strong reviews and repeat local visits.

 

How this list was chosen

Restaurants were selected based on reviews, personal experience,  proximity to downtown, and long-term local reputation. These are places people return to.

 

 

 

 

1. The Park Café

 

A true Salt Lake City breakfast institution known for homestyle classics, strong coffee, and a cozy neighborhood feel. The Park Café has thousands of reviews and remains one of the most trusted breakfast spots close to downtown.

 

Best for: Classic breakfast, first-time visitors
Location: Near Liberty Park, short drive from downtown
Local tip: Weekends are busy—early mornings are your best bet.

     

       604 E 1300 S
📞  (801) 487-1670
🌐  The Park Cafe

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2. Skillets Breakfast & Brunch

 

One of the highest-rated breakfast and brunch spots near downtown. Skillets is known for creative spins on classic breakfast dishes while still feeling approachable and consistent.

 

Best for: Brunch, visitors, upgraded classics
Location: Walkable from downtown core
Local tip: One of the busiest weekend brunch spots.

       

       282 E 900 S
📞  (801) 900-9988
🌐  Eat Skillets Ut

 

 

 

 

 

 

3. Penny Ann’s Café

 

A downtown staple famous for massive pancakes and hearty breakfast plates. Penny Ann’s is casual, filling, and popular with both locals and visitors looking for a no-frills breakfast.

 

Best for: Pancakes, big portions
Location: Downtown / Capitol Hill area
Local tip: Come hungry—portions are generous.

     

       181 N 300 W
📞  (801) 935-4760
🌐  Penny Anns Cafe

 

 

 

4. Honest Eatery

 

Honest Eatery is a downtown favorite for breakfast with a lighter, healthier focus. The menu includes breakfast bowls, eggs, toast options, smoothies, and coffee—making it a solid option if you want something filling without feeling heavy.  Oragnic food selections, paninis, power foods, empanadas.

 

Best for: Healthy breakfast, quick downtown mornings
Location: City Creek / downtown core
Local tip: Great weekday breakfast spot if you’re working downtown.

     

       City Creek Center, Salt Lake City, UT
📞  (801) 532-4754
🌐  Honest Eatery

 

 

 

5. Avenues Proper

 

A modern neighborhood café offering breakfast, coffee, and lighter morning fare. Avenues Proper is ideal if you want a quieter, coffee-forward breakfast close to downtown.

 

Best for: Coffee-focused breakfast, lighter options
Location: Avenues neighborhood
Local tip: Excellent weekday breakfast spot.

       

        376 E 100 S
📞   (385) 227-8628
🌐   Avenues Proper

 

 

 

 

 

 

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6. Ramblin Roads

 

A locally loved breakfast and comfort food spot right in downtown Salt Lake City with extremely high ratings and a balanced menu of breakfast favorites and diner classics. Ramblin Roads has become a go-to for locals who want hearty morning meals in a relaxed setting.

 

Best for: Classic breakfast, hearty plates, local comfort food
Location: Downtown Salt Lake City
Local tip: Great choice if you want a satisfying, traditional breakfast experience.

       

       169 S. Main St., Salt Lake City, UT 84101
📞  (801) 410-8972
🌐  Ramblin Roads Restaurant

 

 

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7. Eva’s Bakery

 

A Main Street favorite for pastries, coffee, and lighter breakfast plates. Eva’s Bakery is perfect for relaxed mornings or a quick downtown breakfast.

 

Best for: Pastries, grab-and-go
Location: Main Street downtown
Local tip: Great stop before work or meetings.

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       155 S Main St
📞  (801) 355-3942
🌐  Evas Bakery

 

 

 

 

8. Trolley Cottage Café

 

A cozy café offering reliable breakfast classics in a calm setting. Trolley Cottage Café is a good option if you want a quieter breakfast near downtown.

 

Best for: Calm mornings, traditional breakfast
Location: East of downtown
Local tip: Smaller space—avoid peak hours.

       

       703 E 600 S
📞  (801) 419-0579
🌐  Trolley Cottage Cafe

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9. Oasis Cafe

 

One of Salt Lake City’s longest-running cafés, Oasis Cafe has served downtown locals for decades. The menu is eclectic and the vibe is relaxed and familiar.

 

Best for: Longtime local favorite, relaxed breakfast
Location: East side of downtown
Local tip: A dependable, low-key option.

     

       151 S 500 E
📞  (801) 322-0404
🌐  Oasis Cafe SLC

 

 

 

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10. The Rose Establishment

 

A refined café known for thoughtfully prepared breakfast dishes and excellent coffee. The Rose Establishment is a good pick if you want something elevated but still approachable.

 

Best for: Elevated breakfast, coffee lovers
Location: West side of downtown
Local tip: Great for a slower, sit-down breakfast.

     

       235 400 W
📞  (801) 208.5569
🌐  The Rose ESB

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Summary

 

Downtown Salt Lake City offers breakfast options for every kind of morning—from classic diners and pancake houses to creative brunch spots and quiet cafés. The restaurants listed above stand out for consistent quality, strong reviews, and walkable convenience, making them reliable choices whether you’re visiting or live nearby.