From taco shops to fine dining, Carlsbad Village has your epicurean needs covered with dozens of restaurants from the ocean to City Hall. While every meal is well represented in the heart of our city, the Village does an exceptional job serving up the most important meal of the day – breakfast! Are you an early riser? Need to hold a meeting over breakfast? Ten Carlsbad Chamber member restaurants in the Village open early for the business crowd.

The Daily News Café (3001 Carlsbad Blvd.) opens at 6:30 a.m. Whether Belgian Waffles or a stack of buttermilk pancakes is your pleasure, or a healthy bowl of oatmeal, The Daily News Café has over 20 years of experience making diners happy.  And if your meeting runs late, don’t worry, because breakfast is served all day!

Señor Grubby’s (377 Carlsbad Village Dr.) opens at 7 a.m. and will impress you with classics like Chicken Fried Steak or a Mexican favorite, Chilaquiles. Señor Grubby’s was started in 2008 by a group of local guys looking to put a twist on the local Mexican fair, and now they are a Village staple. Their new, outdoor patio is ideal for a breakfast meeting.

Looking for something with a bit of history? Lola’s 7-Up Market & Deli (3292 Roosevelt St.) opens at 7 a.m. and has been serving up breakfast for the Village and Barrio residents and visitors since 1943. Whether you grab one of their famous breakfast burritos to go or sit and stay a while in this family-owned and operated eatery, you will not be disappointed.

Need something a little different to wake up your senses? With nearly four decades of experience, Hennessey’s Tavern (2777 Roosevelt St.) won’t disappoint. Open at 8 a.m., and with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, Hennessey’s will wow you with their Dublin Benedict, a twist on an old classic. Or, if you have the day off, why not start your morning with an authentic Buena Vista Irish Coffee and a plate of Cap’N Crunch French Toast.

Another neighborhood favorite, Pollos Maria (3055 Harding St.) was started 25 years ago by two women with a passion for cooking. Today, you can still find Marie and Carmen working side-by-side at Carmen’s house that was converted into their restaurant. Known for their Mexican broiled chicken, they also serve up a wicked plate of Machaca and Eggs. They open at 9 a.m.

Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant (2968 State St.) has been tucked in alongside Garcia’s Barber Shop for nearly five decades and has been supporting the community for years. Family-owned and operated, Garcia’s is known for its spectacular Huevos Rancheros and Breakfast Enchiladas New Mexico. Garcia’s is open at 11 a.m. during the week, but you can watch the Village come alive over breakfast on the weekends as early as 8 a.m.

Since 2004, Las Olas has been serving up breakfast to the beach locals without fail at their coastal location at 2939 Carlsbad Blvd. Specializing in great veggie options, they also know their way around a burrito. Open at 11 a.m. they will be waiting for you with their Dawn Patrol Burrito, a perfect “on-the-go” option.

Mazen@106, in the Village Faire Shops at 300 Carlsbad Village Dr. Ste.106, is known for its Mediterranean Fusion style and delicious world cuisines. However, Mazen@106 will most certainly also impress you with their Bottomless Mazenmosas and Cinnamon Swirl French Vanilla Toast or their Prosperity Breakfast Bowl served during Saturday and Sunday Brunch starting at 9:30 a.m.

Looking for something unique? O’Sullivan’s Irish Pub & Restaurant (640 Grand Avenue) opens at 11 a.m. for weekend brunch with authentic Irish fayre. Irish Rashers and Eggs with homemade Irish Brown Bread sounds like a great way to start a weekend off right. Or, let the professionals show you what real Corned Beef Hash should taste like.

Thinking of something really over-the-top? The Compass (300 Carlsbad Village Dr. Ste. 202 in the Village Faire Shops) will not disappoint with their Breakfast Mac & Cheese or their endless Biscuits N’ Gravy. You might even consider a Gourmet Bloody Mary. They are open for Sunday brunch at 9 a.m.

When thinking of ways to start your day, consider supporting your fellow Carlsbad Chamber eateries by making a trip to the heart of the Village for the most important meal of the day.