We're saying it out loud: Breakfast simply rocks! It's everyone's favourite meal for a reason—it powers you up for the day ahead. A yummy breakfast can totally boost your mood and energy. And lucky for us, Kolkata is packed with awesome spots serving up delicious breakfast specials. Check out these must-try places!
9 Spots To Grab Scrumptious Breakfast To Start Your Day On The Right Note
Bikers Cafe
Operating for nearly a decade, The Bikers Cafe appeals to diverse groups, including women, men, friends, teenagers, and bikers. Its wellness bar offers nature-inspired cocktails and mocktails that are crafted from fresh produce, cold-pressed juices, herbs, spices, and edible flowers. Breakfast is served all week long from 8 AM to 11 AM. Top picks are waffles, classic English breakfast platters, falafel and hummus, a greek omelette and the famous Turkish cappuccino.
Breakfast Timing: 8 AM to 11 AM
Price For Two: INR 800
Rating: 4.3/5
Wise Owl The Coffee Shop
Wise Owl The Coffee Shop offers a diverse continental breakfast in a charming outdoor seating area. Their signature Joe's Platter includes fried eggs, sausages (chicken or pork), ham, baked beans, bacon, and two slices of toast. Egg lovers can indulge in the classic cheese omelette served with grilled tomato, vegetables, potatoes, and cheese. These protein-packed options are essential for a satisfying first meal of the day.
Breakfast Timing: 7:30 AM to 10:45 AM
Price For Two: INR 700
Rating: 4.2/5
Ramakrishna Lunch Home
Craving some light yet filling South Indian breakfast? Then this is the place for you. Take a trip to the Ramakrishna Lunch Home, located in Sarat Bose Road. Known for its wallet-friendly yet flavourful South Indian cuisine, this spot is a must-visit. Don't skip their tasty filter coffee, and be sure to try their melt-in-the-mouth idlis and perfectly crispy dosas paired with piping hot sambar. Opening bright and early at 7 am, it's the ideal destination for a hearty South Indian breakfast.
Breakfast Timing: 7 AM to 12 AM
Price For Two: INR 300
Rating: 4.2/5
Balwant Singh Dhaba
While light and mundane breakfasts suffice during the week, there are days when only a hearty North Indian breakfast will do! For those cravings, head to Balwant Singh Dhaba. It's possibly the only spot in the city open 24/7. Favourites include their buttery Amritsari kulcha that are served with chole, club kachoris with aloo sabji, chole bhature, and a variety of sandwiches. Trust us, you won't miss North India at all; this place has it covered.
Breakfast Timing: Open 24 hours
Price For Two: INR 400
Rating: 4.1/5
The Beanshot Cafe
Located on a bustling market street, The Beanshot Cafe offers a vibrant and snug atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor seating. Signature breakfast options feature Spanish omelette, grilled chicken steak with sunny-side-up eggs, accompanied by bread and mashed potatoes, hazelnut cappuccino, Vietnamese coffee, and indulgent ice cream waffles. It's the ideal spot for a cosy solo date.
Breakfast Timing: Breakfast items available throughout the day, 8:30 AM to 11 PM.
Price For Two: INR 850
Rating: 4.5/5
Hugo & Finn
Look out for Hugo & Finn, a delightful pet-friendly cafe in town with an all-day breakfast menu. Featuring a classy wooden exterior and bright peach walls adorned with chic hanging lamps, this spot exudes London vibes in Kolkata. Must-tries include the Avocado and Feta Smash on Toasted Rye and the Fruit Loaded Muffin. Indulge in soul-satisfying teas and coffees like Halmari’s Finest Tea, Royal Spice Tea, and a cappuccino. Every corner and dish here is highly Insta Worthy.
Breakfast Timing: All-day breakfast, 7 AM to 10 PM
Price For Two: INR 500
Rating: 4.3/5
Calcutta Bakery Cafe
Start your day egg-cellently at Calcutta Bakery Cafe with a variety of egg dishes like Cloud Eggs, Fluffy Eggs, and Egg Witch, along with classics like ham and cheese omelette. Their breakfast options range from light Chot Joldi Platter to elaborate Dadagiri Platter, featuring French toast, cheese toast, bacon, ham, sausages, eggs, baked beans, hash browns, grilled tomatoes, sautéed mushrooms, and vanilla pancakes.
Breakfast Timing: 9 AM onwards
Price For Two: INR 800
Rating: 4.4/5
Uncle Peter's Pancakes
If you love classic American pancakes with butter and maple syrup, don't overthink visiting Uncle Peter's Pancakes at Deshapriya Park. Enjoy mini pancake cereals or indulge in their popular Nutella and Ferrero Rocher pancakes. It'll give you the right amount of sugar rush you need to get your day started. They also have expanded their savoury breakfast menu, including their Pesto Mushroom Sandwich, Creamy Paneer Crepe and fresh fruit juices.
Breakfast Timing: All day menu; 8:30 AM to 11:30 PM
Price For Two: INR 500
Rating: 4/5
Flury’s
We're topping off the list with the iconic Flury's. Flury's has been a hit since 1927 and is one of Kolkata's best spots for breakfast. This cool café serves Indian and European treats. You can grab classic breakfast items like crispy bacon, hash browns, chicken sausages, egg Benedict, baked beans, french toast, peach & praline all-day oats, and pancakes. They also do fancy sandwiches, but we don't suggest skipping their English breakfast—it's a must-try.
Breakfast Timing: All day breakfast, 8 AM to 10:30 AM
Price For Two: INR 1000
Rating: 4.3/5
