50 Best Breakfast Restaurants near Mattapan

“Ordered Chicken Cesar Salad with Bacon! This place has amazing vibes, very clean and the chicken was made to order.

Overall the food was well cooked and presented!

Been hearing about this place over a decade and finally stopped by! Thank you for the service and for making my lunch today! ❤️“

“Walked in Saturday lunchtime, our party of two got in faster than they predicted, maybe within 10 minutes. Great food and service. Large parties were getting hour plus wait times, so beware.“

“The best place for lunch in Boston! Don't miss the Turkey #2 sando; the Turkey #1 is also very good and tasty. It’s the only place we ate at twice during the week we visited Boston. The service was nice in general, and especially the guy taking orders was helpful and kind. I don't know his name, but I know his brother is also named Jorge.“

“We ordered breakfast sandwiches as take-out before hitting the road to head home to NJ. What a wonderful surprise! We expected basic egg and cheese sandwiches. These were so much better! They were absolutely delicious, as was the hash brown. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in Boston.“

“I ordered takeout from Mike & Patty’s and had the Baller Breakfast Sandwich. It was absolutely delicious! The bacon was perfectly crispy, the English muffin was soft and fluffy, and everything tasted fresh. It genuinely made me happy. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“Lovely spot, thoroughly enjoyed my fish & chips, the DJ was also great!“

“Tiny place. But they know what they’re doing. Went in one of these freezing days. Thankfully there wasn’t too many people waiting, a lot of DoorDash orders I noticed. Was able to wait/ eat inside at the little counter even with the bulk of my jacket. Probably the most delicious breakfast sandwich I ever had/ will ever have. The bacon was perfect and the sourdough was insane. I was worried about it being too greasy and heavy but it was actually fine. The two guys working were great and friendly. Heard the cashier giving recs to everybody.“

“I expected more than corned beef out of a can from the description on the menu. The home fries were cold. Good sized portions and the service was adequate. We chose another breakfast place for the next day. Great location, though, in a walkable neighborhood .“

“There is no better brunch menu on the south shore! Yaz’s Table is a truly unique culinary experience that will become your latest obsession.“

“- Tried Breakfast Grilled Crack and Fancy sandwiches which were amazing and highly recommended; about 12 dollars which is expensive
- minimal room inside store and no internal seating; it’s to go only
- very nice team there“

“The #1 of best diner 🍽 I've had the pleasure 😍of enjoying everything I've ever order there🤗. More years to come and more to eat😋.“

“Very friendly atmosphere and accommodating to our youngest who is wheelchair bound. Nice little spot with a mom and pop feel to it. Food was very tasteful and service was wonderful! Great tasting coffee and prices are affordable, great little find. :) Will definitely be back if ever in the area again.“

“Went a few weeks ago Saturday morning and went back again today, 12/28 in the morning. Good food and service. However there are only 4 booths and high stools. I can’t sit on a high stool and I know that someday there won’t be any tables available. Otherwise great place.“

“The staff is super friendly and attentive. Antoine is a super star!
The food tastes incredible and looks beautiful. The drinks right on point. The place itself is clean and has a very chic and energetic decor. I will definitely be coming back.“

“Great foods! And nice have play keno“

“Visiting the Boston area and found this gem, randomly. All I can say is wow, wow, wow! If you are in the area and want to find a local gem, this is the place. If you can't find something to eat here, you really are trying to not to find something. The service, amazing! And that's an understatement, from the moment we walked in all the way to the end, friendly, on top on everything even as busy as it was. Has that small town homey feeling and every guest valued. Like I said, if you are in the area and this is a must go to and try.“

“Probably the best food south of Boston, don't be fooled by the hidden location.“

“Amazing ice cream & so many choices!!!🍦🍧🍨“

“CLASSIC CAFE OFFERS DELICIOUS BREAKFAST/LUNCH AT VERY REASONABLE PRICES. THE CAFE HAS A WARM, NEIGHBORHOOD ATMOSPHERE. THERE IS PLENTY OF PARKING.“

“I was getting some work done on my car nearby and needed to kill a half hour or so. Kind of hidden/not super noticable from the outside, very cute pharmacy counter inside with a lot of cheap breakfast options. They are cash only (there's an ATM, $2 fee at time of posting).

I just got scrambled eggs with bacon and toast, SUPER reasonably priced, mostly older folks were there, eating and chatting or playing Keno.

The other patrons and the staff were all super chatty and kind. I honestly had a delightful time, if I lived closer I'd find excuses to come by all the time, great vibes.“

“delicious banana splits and fruit dessert deliciosas banana splits y postres de frutas“

“Can’t talk this place up enough amazing old school authentic Italian and a very warm environment whether your looking for a nice cup of coffee or a chicken parm sangy the workers over here always do it right. Killer Sicilian pizza as well!“

“Fantastic service , great food“

“It was over fifty years ago. I was a young boy and the Silver Slipper was run by a large, very lovely woman named Mary (Long gone, now.) I don't know who runs it now but I always went in for the hot dogs. They had the best hot dogs ever. It was another era.“

“Always a nice place to have a really good breakfast and just relax and chat . I a have always liked how Hansi & staff,takes great care to make you all feel welcomed. He and all workers so hard to please you and I love Lox and Eggs and not many places make that any more . Lunch is always excellent and fresh. I love it and love it that it is local great service always . Thank you ,you must try it really Good“

“Had a great breakfast, maybe the best homefries ive had great flavor and the potatoes still had integrity and bit , a lot of places they are too mushy and soft ! These were awesome“

“Had breakfast here every day of our trip and one lunch. Good food, nice staff feels like a local spot

Opens early, free coffee refills. Pancakes are excellent with plenty of fruit. Chicken burgers and sandwiches hit the spot too.“

“Went for the first time and everything was great!!“

“ok I only gave atmosphere 3 stars because it does not match how good the food is i have Never had a bad plate here. I have had worse food from IHOP. thats how good the food is here and service had been just f8ne no complaints. and also can't lie great prices please tip this place is awsome“

“Your bagels are delicious!“

“No mind blowing “vibes” but food and quickness of it being ready are 100. Cash only. Went to Mike and Patty’s in high rise and they had no bacon so we left and found this place. 2 egg, toast, homefries and bacon with coffee for two was $20. Total. Hells yeah and ready by the time the change hit my hand.“

“I've often walked past this great place during my daily walks. The blinds were always down, so I thought it wasn't open. However, when my sister visited from Quincy earlier this week, we decided to have breakfast there. Peter’s Sunrise did not disappoint. Everything was delicious. My sister even said the toast was the best she had ever had at a breakfast restaurant. The coffee is good too. The service was welcoming as well. Today will be my 4th time having breakfast there. I highly recommend it.“

“I have been going to Maryann's for a while. Its a local breakfast and lunch place. All the food is cooked to order by Bob the Owner. I usually go for Breakfast but Lunch items are available as well. It is usually a 1 person operation except for Saturdays when Georgia usually works as a Server. Coffee is freshly brewed and very tasty. it is cash only but the gas station across the road has an ATM. Give them a try.“

“The Skillet has Delicious Food at great prices. The Service is Excellent and the all the staff are very friendly. Try it out. Breakfast on Saturday mornings is a great start to weekend. Try it, you will love it anytime.“

“The BYO lox bagel. Btw not an issue at all that the toppings were on the side. It was 10/10 the best I’ve ever had. Came with the right amount of everything so if you wanted more or less, it was up to you. Ofc onion, tomato and capers. Suggest with jalapeño cheddar and scallion CC. Cant wait to show my sister this place. I know she’d love it too.“

“Indoors great service love 💕 the service“

“We came here MULTIPLE times and it’s become our go-to for brunch! A great local mom and pop run diner in Watertown. We had omelets, lattes, breakfast tacos, chilaquiles, etc. and always enjoyed ourselves.
Dining area inside is small but cozy and quaint, perfect for anyone willing to smoosh themselves in during busy hours. Otherwise there’s plenty of outside seating and on a nice day, it’s the best.
We saw the same hard working people every time we went. It’s clear they’re a local spot and well worth investing in.
My favorite part is you see all ages at this diner- newborn babies, high school dates, families, to senior groups chatting over coffee.“

“We have been there many times for breakfast and the food, wait staff and atmosphere are outstanding. They have the BEST hot chocolate I've ever had! The food is always cooked to my satisfaction, I always have leftovers to bring home and the pancakes are amazingly light and fluffy, as well as very large! I can't say enough good things about them. My husband and I go there at least once every 2 weeks now that we're retired. There is ample parking and it is very easy to get to. I've noticed a lot of regulars now that we go there so often, and that's always a good sign. I highly recommend it. Our son, who is vegetarian, has no problem finding items he can eat and even he's impressed with it. It's the best breakfast place around and we won't go to any others, even Newcomb Farms, which used to be our favorite.“

“Great little spot we found today! My daughter had a delicious salad and I had the fish sandwich! Very good, clean and friendly service!“

“Went for breakfast with my husband and grandmother. The server was super friendly and attentive. The food came out quickly and to our surprise, large portions and delicious! I loved the French Toast! Highly recommend!!“

“Great wait staff…..coffee delicious“

“I found this place by browsing on the map. It's a surprising finding which turns out to be a good food experience. Don't be fooled by how the restaurant looks from outside- tiny on a busy street. But there are plenty of parking spots next to it, and the breakfast choice and taste are pretty good. Authentic American breakfast, I would say.“

“I'm working at a horrible construction job. the highlight of my day is going to Sam's restaurant. the coffee's hot and all the waitresses I've met are extremely personable and willing to make your stay as comfortable as possible.“

“When ever go Maguon Somerville dunkin donuts good smile good service & good enviornament see there.I like it“

“When I lived in Dorchester, I could hardly believe how old this is. Build 84 years before this became a country outstanding! There are a lot of historical buildings in Boston, they are a must-see when you visit. Just try to street clear of the Mass ave nonsense.“

“Let’s talk about the Greatness that is called “The Grill & Eye!” I was home on a visit and as always I try to engage a new restaurant. As my Bestfriend lives in Weymouth, I stumbled across The Grill & Eye on Yelp and we decided to go for breakfast. Before even getting there, the pictures I saw had me ready to eatttttttttttt. The location was super easy to find as it sits directly on the main road. Parking is scarce, however, there is street parking available and we were able to grab a good spot. Yaay! Walking in, the ambiance is super homely and gives the feel of a mom & pops kind of restaurant. It’s small and quaint, however, they have made great use of the space. The waitress at the counter was very inviting and welcomed us with a huge smile and friendly Welcome In. As it is a seat yourself setup, we decided to sit near the back wall. Once seated the waitress was at our table immediately. She presented us with the menus and took our drink order. OhEmGee! Let’s talk about the menu. There is no shortage of options whatsoever! The variation of food options truly make it a hard decision to figure out what you want. I’m all for ordering the entire menu, lol. In all seriousness, the menu is amazing and there is something for everyone regardless of what you have a taste for. I decided to order the platter with 2 Pancakes, Bacon, Sausage Links, and Eggs. As I don’t eat eggs, I was excited that I was able to swap out my eggs for grits. It’s the small things in life that mean the most. LoL! Once our order was placed, the excitement increased and we were ready to eat. Seeing the other orders come out for the tables around us truly increased the anticipation. Ha! Lucky for me, the food didn’t take long at all. Everything was out in a timely manner and every single item on the plate was fresh. Speaking of fresh, all of the meat was quality cuts and the grits were real grits. The food was not only fresh but it was flavorful. The sweet to salt ratio provided by the pancake syrup and meat really made every single bite a mouth pleasing, flavor rewarding experience. The bacon was crispy and meaty. The pancakes were fluffy and a perfect size as they almost covered the entire plate. The sausage was flavorful and not too greasy, and best of all, the grits were not too watery or too stiff. The water to grit ratio was spot on and the natural grit flavor wasn’t overpowered by the butter, yet the butter was present and added to the creamy smooth texture that was accomplished. Overall I am overjoyed by my meal, the service, and the pricing at The Grill & Eye and I will be returning the next time I’m home for a visit.“

“Fabulous food, Italian coffee, breakfast sandwich and friendly atmosphere of this coffee shop. Delicious egg sandwiches! Customer service is awesome. Owner and cook, waitresses all excellent!“

“Love this place, close, convenient, friendly staff, busy, comfort food..great menu😋“

“Not sure what the negative reviews are about...

This location is fantastic. My dad and I ate here on New Years Day. It was pretty busy for a holiday and considering the weather was bad. I got the original pancakes and I'm not sure what my dad got. Food was fantastic, literally the best pancakes I've ever had. Service was also very good. I'm definitely coming back.

I think some people just love to complain. No complaints from me. We were in and out in under 40 minutes. Food is delicious“

“Small neighborhood greasy spoon diner with generous portions and an excellent breakfast menu. Numerous daily specials including omelets, stuffed French toast and benedicts. I had the William Wallace omelet with fresh apples inside for a sweet savory and my girlfriend had one with avocado, broccoli and spinach. Service was polite and self service coffee was available. Not necessarily a destination for brunch but a nice place if you live in the neighborhood.“