The Best Breakfast Spots in Marco Island to Explore on Your Next Vacation!

Here on Marco Island, we take breakfast very seriously. I mean it is, after all, the most important meal of the day! So, whether you’re looking for a traditional American breakfast, or something a little more modern and exciting, there’s something for everyone! Below is our list of the top 6 breakfast restaurants to dine at while on your Marco Island Beach Getaway. There are numerous breakfast spots for both visitors and locals to enjoy. From traditional American breakfast fare to unique and creative dishes, these restaurants offer something for everyone. Here are the top 6 breakfast spots on Marco Island…plus some extras.

Doreen’s Cup of Joe

267 N Collier Blvd
239-394-2600

Doreen’s Cup of Joe, simply referred to as Doreen’s, is a popular breakfast joint. Marco Island’s premier breakfast joint has quickly gained popularity among locals and tourists alike. Doreen’s menu is the perfect place to dine if you’re looking to enjoy something unique, modern and unlike anything else! Doreen’s combines traditional breakfast dishes with a flourish of creativity, offering both classic American breakfast options and unique dishes like the Pumpkin Cheesecake Pancake and Cannoli Stuffed French Toast. No matter which dish you choose, there is something delicious to drool over! In addition to their food, Doreen’s also offers a variety of specialty coffee drinks, fresh squeezed orange juice, and alcoholic beverages like mimosas and Bloody Mary’s. What’s not to love?

Insider-In-The-Know: Doreen’s Cup of Joe is almost always busy so be prepared for a wait. To avoid the brunch rush, I suggest stopping by before 11a.m. or after 12:30p.m.

Ori’s Bakery and Café

945 N. Collier Blvd.
239-450-4062

Ori’s Bakery and Café is Marco Island’s premier family-owned and operated bakery. They high quality, and fresh baked American, Italian and Argentinian breads, pastries, cookies, empanadas, sandwiches and of course delicious coffee! Ori’s is open from 7am to 5:30pm Tuesdays through Saturdays, but they’re only open from 8am to 1pm on Sundays and on Mondays they are closed. So, plan your morning breakfasts carefully in order to not miss out on the delicious goods that Ori’s has to offer. As a family owned business Ori’s is committed to creating a welcoming, friendly environment. Come relax with a hot-out-of-the-oven pastry and a delicious cup of coffee. Make sure to try their hand-made, fresh-baked empanadas! They are a testament of delicious spices as well as traditional, long-standing family recipes.

Hoot’s

563 Elkam Circle East
239-394-4644

Hoot’s is open from 7 am to 2 pm daily. They are the infamous breakfast spot on Marco Island for generous portions, quality ingredients, and fantastic daily specials. The menu at Hoot’s offers a wide variety of options, varying across savory to sweet dishes. With an abundance of delicious plates to choose from it’s hard to choose! If you’re struggling to decide, pick something to enjoy with a mix of both. You can always pair your main dish with a side order to match both of your taste buds desires.  You can even build your own omelette. Hoot’s offers the classics such as Eggs Benedict, pancakes, French toast, or even oatmeal!  

So, whether you prefer a traditional American breakfast or a combination of both, Hoot’s has something for everyone. Make sure to visit Hoot’s before they close at 2 pm to sample their delicious breakfast and lunch options.

Summer Day Market & Café

1069 N. Collier Blvd.
239-394-8361

Summer Day Market and Café has been family owned and operated for over 25 years! They offer the best health food here on Marco Island. Whether you want to sit in or order your breakfast to go make sure you explore the café and the market for the best finds. All of their foods are organic because they believe that food should just be food. How can you go wrong with that? They also have plenty of gluten free options! Explore their hot breakfast options as well as their organic smoothies, Açai bowls and sandwiches!

 

The Deck at 560

560 South Collier Blvd.
239-394-5000

The Deck at 560 resides at the Hilton resort on Marco Island. They have breathtaking Gulf-front views and white sand beaches. Their breakfast is made up of an array of delicious foods from coconut almond chia seed pudding to a chorizo and potato hash. Settle in to a delicious breakfast sandwich like the Morning Farm, or if you’re craving something sweeter try their twisted cinnamon french toast. They also offer Bloody Mary’s, Mimosa’s and Bellini’s if you’re feeling adventurous! The Deck at 560 is a great place to enjoy a classic breakfast with beautiful views of the water.

Sami’s Marco Island

227 N Collier Blvd
239-389-7499

Sami’s is home of Marco Island’s favorite breakfast. No matter how you want to enjoy their delicious food, you can do just that! Whether you just want to grab some food on the go or to cater breakfast at your big family reunion.  Sami serves breakfast and brunch daily from 7:30 am – 2:30 pm and it is a great choice for the whole family. With a large menu you can find something from pretty much everyone. You might even run into Sami himself!

They offer everything from classic breakfast plates–such as eggs, bacon and toast– to sweeter temptations.  They’re stand out items are their Captain Crunch French Toast which is exactly what it sounds like, the aptly named “Best Corned Beef Hash on the Island”, and the Marco Patriots Waffle which is topped with honey sriracha bacon. 

So, come here for your delicious, typical breakfasts’ foods, and to explore some new things as well! Just make sure you’re not missing out. 

Tropical Smoothie Café

1093 N Collier Blvd. #103
239-970-8866

 

Tropical Smoothie Café is full of exactly what you think…tropical smoothies! Whether you want something full of protein, or a simple fruity concoction this café is the place to go! They are now offering açaí bowls and chia pudding bowls as well! If you’re looking for some more solid food to go with your smoothie you can enjoy their new Sausage, Egg and Cheese ‘Dilla, their Peanut Butter Banana Crunch Flatbread or their Southwest Wrap full of pepper jack cheese, eggs, and grilled chicken or sausage. If you find yourself their around lunchtime you can explore their numerous wraps and flatbreads, or salads as well!

Stonewalls

551 South Collier Blvd #100
239-389-1995

Fine Food Fast is Stonewall’s motto and boy-oh-boy do they mean it! They have a diverse menu that will easily appeal all age groups and appetites. They are constantly adding new dishes to their menu so you’ll have more options each time you visit. Stonewall is a family-owned restaurant that has been on Marco Island since 2010. They appease to locals and tourists alike! Make sure to try their Crab Cake Benny which is basically an Eggs Benedict but with crab cakes instead of ham. The also have delicious strawberry waffles, and fruit french toast! Most importantly, try the cannoli stuffed french toast which is covered in powdered sugar and homemade strawberry sauce.

 

Red Rooster

1821 San Marco Rd
239-394-3100

Inspired by the roosters and chickens that roam the streets of Key West, Red Rooster is a popular breakfast spot like no other. The eclectic restaurant is situated conveniently in the Shops of Marco plaza and offers guests a wide variety of breakfast foods and lunch dishes.

Though not a traditional breakfast item, I suggest ordering the Black Bean Cakes on their “On The Healthy Side Menu.” Two black bean cakes piled high with avocado and fresh salsa, so tasty (and healthy)! In terms of breakfast Red Rooster also offers scrambles, skillets, omelets and more!

Insider-In-The-Know: Local artist Tara O’Neill hand painted roosters on the walls of the restaurant. There’s even a dish named after her. Visitors can order The Tara, which is comprised of “a parfait of grits layered with crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar, and topped with a poached egg.”

Mango’s Dockside Bistro

760 N Collier Blvd # 109
239-393-2433

Mango’s Dockside Bistro has a limited breakfast since it’s only served on the weekends from 9AM – 1PM. With Chuck’s Lox & Bagel which is made with Norwegian Smoked Salmon or with their Topsail Bagel Panini which is 2 eggs over hard, honey ham and cheese on an Everything Bagel. They also have fantastic buttermilk pancakes and omelettes! They also have a limited lunch menu that is only available on the weekends. They also have a great Mango Mimosa, Marco Island’s Best Bloody Mary and fresh brewed iced tea!  They also have a gluten-free breakfast and lunch menu. If Mango’s Dockside Bistro sounds familiar at all you may have seen them on HGTV’s Island Life. 

Empire Bagel Factory

277 N Collier Blvd # 1
239-642-4141

You can’t beat a New York City bagel, but Empire Bagel Factory on Marco Island comes pretty close. Empire Bagel Factory has been producing mouth-watering bagels since 1992. The small shop offers 17 different flavors of bagels along with breakfast sandwiches, lox, and pastries. They also offer an array of different cream cheese flavors such as cinnamon honey-walnut and sun-dried tomato. Empire Bagel Factory is the perfect place to stop for a quick bagel and a cup of coffee.

Insider-In-The-Know: Have you ever had a flagel? A flagel is a flat, thinned out bagel and it’s delicious! They’re crunchy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. Try one today at Empire Bagel Factory!

Maia

400 S Collier Blvd.
(239) 642 – 2710

Maia’s is the one stop shop for breakfast, lunch and brunch!  They have outdoor and indoor seating, table service and a buffet.  It can be a little expensive, as the buffet is around $30 a person but your options of fresh food is limitless.  With delicious mimosas, pastries and a Bloody Mary bar you are set to have a wonderful experience.  They also offer vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options.  If you have a family with a wide variety of special diets or allergies then this is the place for you.  They will happily adjust any recipes to accommodate your allergies–a plus when you can find it in a restaurant with so many options.  Make this your prime stop for all things breakfast and brunch while you’re here on Marco Island.

Wake Up Marco

912 N Collier Blvd
239-248-9398

Wake Up Marco is a coffee lovers dream. The small café offers visitors delicious coffee from all over the world, brewed exactly the way you like it. Whether you like your coffee black, iced, cold brewed, or sweet, Wake Up Marco has something for you. While you’re there you can also pick up some small breakfast snacks such as muffins, pastries, bagels, and even chia seed pudding. It’s the perfect place to stop for the coffee connoisseur. And it’s a local favorite!

Insider-In-The-Know: Owner Oscar Galvez is almost always behind the counter serving up quality caffeinated beverages. Oscar is awesome! He’s friendly and extremely knowledgeable about all things coffee. If you go, make sure to say hi and feel free to ask him any questions you may have on coffee or even the island.

Smith House Restaurant and Tavern

210 Royal Palm Dr
239-389-8414

 

Smith House is known for having the best breakfast on Marco Island – obviously you can do that for yourself if you try out all of the places on our list. They don’t have a menu online but you can easily ask for a quote and see their availability right on their website. No matter where you decide to go, make sure you try as many places as you can! They’re all locally owned so you can’t just eat at these restaurants at any old time. Take advantage of your time here on beautiful Marco Island.

 

 

 

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