Breakfast is the most important meal of the day — and some would say the best. Although most places stop serving it before noon, we celebrate these Alamo City eateries for cooking up essential morning staples no matter what type of day it is. Whether you’re craving breakfast tacos, pancakes or some kind of fare in between, they’ve got ya covered.

Magnolia Pancake Haus Multiple locations, magnoliapancakehaus.com You’re guaranteed to have a long wait if you stop for brunch, but this 7am-2pm eatery is worth it. Enjoy the usual breakfast staples, but be sure to try the corned beef hash, banana’s foster French toast or lemon poppyseed waffle. Photo via Instagram / magnoliapancakehaus
Panchos and Gringos 900 Nolan St., (210) 227-6700 Enjoy the “Panchos” side of this restaurant with all-day Mexican hot chocolate, breakfast tacos and huevos rancheros, divorciados, or a la Mexicana. Photo via Instagram / southtexasfoodie
Pancake Joe’s Multiple locations, pancakejoes-sa.com Pancakes come in a number of flavors, including banana, triple berry, strawberry, chocolate chips, pecan, cinnamon roll and even bacon. Photo via Instagram / sacurrent
Nicha’s Comida Mexicana Multiple locations, nichas.com While pancakes are only served until 2 p.m., you’ll still be able to feast on some delicious Mexican breakfast plates. You can’t go wrong with the chilaquiles, machacado con huevo or chorizo con huevo. If you’re still hungry, try one of their several breakfast taco options. Photo via Instagram / nichascomidamexicana
The Hut Diner 1610 Fredericksburg Rd., (210) 649-8574, facebook.com/The-Hut-Diner-258739271002715/ Open until 2 p.m you’ll find all of your breakfast favorites at the Hut Diner, like buttermilk pancakes, chicken and waffles, and even Texas French Toast. Photo via Instagram / thehutdiner
13. The Guenther House 205 E. Guenther St., (210) 227-1061, guentherhouse.com “So far my favorite brunch spot within San Antonio. You definitely want to call ahead and make a reservation on a weekend. The service is exceptional, and the waffles & cinnamon rolls were worth the wait. On cooler days, the patio seating (w/ shade) is a great place to sit. This place is a “must” if you’re looking for a brunch spot within San Antonio.” – Brian M. Credit: Photo via Instagram / theguentherhouse
Box Street All Day 623 Hemisfair Blvd. Ste. 108, (210) 920-1602, theboxstreetsocial.com This casual, chef-driven concept will lean heavily on brunch items when it opens Dec. 16, but will also offer an espresso bar, craft cocktails, bubbles and local beer, too. Folks looking to snag a bottle of bubbles can swing by the onsite “bottle shop” for fun on the run. Located at Hemisfair. Photo courtesy of Box Street All Day Credit: Facebook / Box Street Social
Max & Louie’s New York Diner 226 W. Bitters Rd., (210) 483-7600, maxandlouiesdiner.com Trade the Tex-Mex dishes for some NY-style eats. Try the salami and eggs, Challah French toast, cheese blintzes or a classic pancake stack. Treat yourself to a breakfast cocktails – like the Screwdriver, Bloody Mary or mimosa. Photo via Instagram / maxandlouies
La Hacienda de los Barrios 18747 Redland Rd., (210) 497-8000, lahaciendabarrios.com Under the “Buenos Dias” portion of the menu, you’ll find the Mexican breakfast classics – huevos rancheros, huevos a la Mexicana, chorizo con huevo, taquitos and chilaquiles. Photo via Instagram / lahaciendabarrios
20. La Villita Cafe 418 Villita St., (210) 223-4700, lavillitacafe.com “Brisket and egg breakfast taco may have been best breakfast taco I’ve ever had! Highly recommend!” – Bryan G. Credit: Photo via Instagram / la_villita_cafe
Chicago Bagel & Deli 10918 Wurzbach Rd. #132, (210) 691-2245, chicagobagelanddeli.com/index.html A variety of Bagels are available until 3 p.m including garlic, onion, poppy, pumpernickel, egg, blueberry and plenty more. Toppings include butter, jelly, honey, butter or the ever-classic plain cream cheese. Photo via Instagram / chicago_bagel_and_deli
NOLA Brunch & Beignets 111 Kings Ct., (210) 320-1572, eatatnola.com An obvious option for brunch, this Nawlins spot is a brunch godsend. Unfortunately only open 8am-2pm, NOLA immediately got on our radar for its sugary beignets (try them stuffed with lemon curd!) and brunch Tuesday-Sunday. For something more filling (and maybe not so sweet), try the Blue Crab Omelette, Shrimp & Grits or Egg Rockafella. Photo via Instagram / versonphoto
Taqueria Datapoint 4063 Medical Dr., (210) 615-3644 Tacos, all day and night. Tacos, that are tasty AF. Tacos, why we love Taqueria Datapoint. Photo via Instagram / juice247gp
Luther’s Cafe 1503 N. Main Ave., (210) 223-7727, lutherscafe.com Whether you’re visiting during regular hours or stop in for late-night grub, you’ll be able to enjoy chicken & waffles, tacos or and Oreo waffle at this LGBT-friendly spot. Photo via Instagram / cfperez13
First Watch Multiple locations, firstwatch.com Formerly known as The Egg and I, brunch-chain First Watch brings breakfast favorites right to your stomach. With 6 locations in the San Antonio area, the menu includes frittatas, power bowls, skillet hashes as well as healthy options. Photo via Instagram / catguedea
Pete’s Tako House 502 Brooklyn Ave., (210) 224-2911, petestakohouse.com These tacos are a necessity for some solid taqueria vibes in the downtown area. Choose from the classic bean and cheese combo or go with something more exciting like the machacado and egg variety. Photo via Instagram / tacosntriggers
Los Balito’s Taco Shop Multiple locations, losbalitostacoshop.com Formerly known as Los Robertos, this local taco shop chain comes through 24/7. Enjoy breakfast tacos and burritos in a dozen combinations, including machaca, migas & egg, papa ranchera and chorizo & egg. Oh, and you might as well treat yourself to the carne asada fries (they’re too good for words). Photo via Instagram / oscar.dehoyos.9
Tony G’s Soul Food 915 S Hackberry, (210) 451-1234, tonygssoulfood.com It’s hard to find a Sunday brunch that beats authentic Southern comfort food accompanied by live jazz music. Tony G’s is a crowd favorite for a reason, after all. Photo via Instagram / tonygssoulfood
De Wese’s Tip Top Cafe 2814 Fredericksburg Rd, (210) 732-0191, tiptopcafe.takeout7.com Open since 1938, De Wese’s has perfected their menu over three generations of serving San Antonians. Grab a seat in their old-school diner, enjoy some classic comfort food and prepare to finish off the meal with one of their irresistible pies. Photo via Instagram / binkilee30
Mama’s Cafe 2442 Nacogdoches Rd, (210) 826-8303, mamasrestaurants.com Mama’s Cafe offers classic Southern comfort food in an old-fashioned diner setting Wednesday-Sunday. Stop by for a brunch of biscuits and gravy, or relax over a dinner of their Texas Meat Loaf. Photo via Instagram / 2hungrygals
Bobbie’s Cafe 6728 S Flores St, (210) 923-1158, bobbiescafe.com Now operated by his son, Bobbie’s Cafe has been “cookin’ with love” since 1972. Their homestyle meals are sure to make you feel, well, at home, with a range from Tex-Mex dishes to killer burgers and fish plates. Photo via Instagram / bobbiescafe
Mi Tierra Cafe y Panaderia 218 Produce Row, (210) 225-1262, mitierracafe.com Conveniently open 24 hours, Mi Tierra is a go-to for Mexican eats for when hunger strikes. Keep it light with pan dulce y cafe or load up with the chorizo Mexicano con huevo or however many breakfast tacos you can handle. Photo via Instagram / ryuuseiu
Full Belly 27 N Loop 1604 W Suite 202, (210) 236-5374, fullbellysa.com Full Belly Cafe’s name is an accurate representation of what you’ll have after eating their Crab Stuffed Avocado Louie with buttered lettuce, hard-boiled egg, cucumber, asparagus, grape tomatoes and pickled vegetables. Be sure you tell all of the fam to bring on the stretchy pants! Photo via Instagram / fullbellysa