Weekend brunch may get all the attention, but breakfast is the most important meal of the day — or so the old adage goes. Set yourself up for weekday success by snagging a tasty breakfast sandwich that's head and shoulders above the standard drive-thru Egg McMuffin. Whether you need something quick or want to linger a while over multiple cups of coffee, here are 13 solid breakfast sandwiches to sate your morning hunger.
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Astro's egg sandwich is a go-to dish for fans of the Corktown cafe. Scrambled eggs are served simply with herbs on soft sliced rolls, that won't make you want to fall asleep immediately after you eat it.
Mudgie's is Detroit's gift from the sandwich gods so, naturally, its breakfast sandwich game is strong. Four hearty egg-topped options grace the brunch menu, but the Congress served on a kaiser roll with a thick-cut round of fried bologna and runny sunny side up egg reigns supreme.
Parks & Rec takes your average mornin’ bite-to-eat and throws just enough of a twist to have you craving more. Spicy house-made sausage is layered with egg & cheese with Mediterranean-style with pickles and a dash of spicy aioli. It's like an adult version of the McMuffin.
If you can't wait until lunch for your staple BLT, look to The Hudson Cafe for some relief. The BLT...EG is served with fried egg, guacamole, and mayo with a side of sweet potato fries.
Get an Omega-3 fix at downtown brunch bar Dime Store. The restaurant offers several riffs on the morning sandwich. As an alternative to a standard bagel and lox try the smoked salmon with cream cheese, onion, fried egg, and a side of capers, served between two slices of brioche.
Detroit Vegan Soul has found the niche that places a healthy spin on irreplaceable soul food favorites. The DVS Breakfast Sandwich — pan-fried tofu “egg,” veggie sausage, spinach, and tomato on whole grain toast — is offered Sundays only and packs enough flavor diners don't miss the meat.
Delivered in farm to table fashion, the egg sandwich at Rose’s is well worth a trip down East Jefferson. Fried egg, Michigan Raclette cheese, aioli, and freshly mixed greens are sandwiched alongside your choice of grits or potatoes.
Is there such a thing as too much bacon? Honest John’s thinks not. The BELT breakfast sandwich layers eight slices atop fried egg, lettuce, tomato, and mayo on a toasted bun.
Breakfast sandwiches don’t always forget the vegetarians. At Avalon, vegan specialties take priority. Try the killer vegan sweet potato sandwich, topped with roasted red pepper and sprouts on a whole wheat bun.
Don’t be fooled by the name — Kuzzo’s brings more to the table than just chicken and waffles. Go for the Bruh’s Big breakfast sandwich: two eggs, topped with meat, cheese, and served on Texas toast.
Royal Oak’s trendy new Main Street stay has brought with it a hefty lineup of breakfast classics. A healthy favorite, their veggie croissant comes eggs-infused with marinated portobello mushroom, egg white, roasted red pepper, arugula, and gouda cheese. Stop in daily from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and get a free cup of joe with any breakfast sandwich.
Astro's egg sandwich is a go-to dish for fans of the Corktown cafe. Scrambled eggs are served simply with herbs on soft sliced rolls, that won't make you want to fall asleep immediately after you eat it.
Mudgie's is Detroit's gift from the sandwich gods so, naturally, its breakfast sandwich game is strong. Four hearty egg-topped options grace the brunch menu, but the Congress served on a kaiser roll with a thick-cut round of fried bologna and runny sunny side up egg reigns supreme.
Parks & Rec takes your average mornin’ bite-to-eat and throws just enough of a twist to have you craving more. Spicy house-made sausage is layered with egg & cheese with Mediterranean-style with pickles and a dash of spicy aioli. It's like an adult version of the McMuffin.
If you can't wait until lunch for your staple BLT, look to The Hudson Cafe for some relief. The BLT...EG is served with fried egg, guacamole, and mayo with a side of sweet potato fries.
Get an Omega-3 fix at downtown brunch bar Dime Store. The restaurant offers several riffs on the morning sandwich. As an alternative to a standard bagel and lox try the smoked salmon with cream cheese, onion, fried egg, and a side of capers, served between two slices of brioche.
Detroit Vegan Soul has found the niche that places a healthy spin on irreplaceable soul food favorites. The DVS Breakfast Sandwich — pan-fried tofu “egg,” veggie sausage, spinach, and tomato on whole grain toast — is offered Sundays only and packs enough flavor diners don't miss the meat.
Delivered in farm to table fashion, the egg sandwich at Rose’s is well worth a trip down East Jefferson. Fried egg, Michigan Raclette cheese, aioli, and freshly mixed greens are sandwiched alongside your choice of grits or potatoes.
Is there such a thing as too much bacon? Honest John’s thinks not. The BELT breakfast sandwich layers eight slices atop fried egg, lettuce, tomato, and mayo on a toasted bun.
Breakfast sandwiches don’t always forget the vegetarians. At Avalon, vegan specialties take priority. Try the killer vegan sweet potato sandwich, topped with roasted red pepper and sprouts on a whole wheat bun.
Don’t be fooled by the name — Kuzzo’s brings more to the table than just chicken and waffles. Go for the Bruh’s Big breakfast sandwich: two eggs, topped with meat, cheese, and served on Texas toast.
Royal Oak’s trendy new Main Street stay has brought with it a hefty lineup of breakfast classics. A healthy favorite, their veggie croissant comes eggs-infused with marinated portobello mushroom, egg white, roasted red pepper, arugula, and gouda cheese. Stop in daily from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and get a free cup of joe with any breakfast sandwich.
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