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Best Breakfast in Mesa (2026)

Best Breakfast in Mesa: 1. Worth Takeaway · 2. Taquitos Jalisco · 3. Giant Hamburgers · 4. Wildberries · 5. Knuckle Sandwiches. Addresses, prices and what to order.

Britt Vance
By Britt Vance Guides Editor · Updated September 2026 · How the score is built
Best Breakfast in Mesa (2026)

Mesa's breakfast scene runs deeper than most of the Valley gives it credit for. From scratch-kitchen plates near the Asian District to long-running neighborhood spots off the 60, these twelve rooms cover the move for every Saturday morning, whether you want huevos rancheros, a loaded benedict, or a burger before noon.

1 Worth Takeaway Yelp

Worth Takeaway

Brunch · Mesa · $$
8.5

Worth Takeaway has built a real following in Mesa on the strength of its brioche French toast and breakfast burrito bowl, both show up in nearly every conversation about the place. The room is on the smaller side and the staff are regulars themselves, which keeps the energy neighborly. It runs counter-service-adjacent, prices stay at the low end of the price-2 range, and the proprietor is known to be hands-on. Get there before the weekend rush fills the room.

What to orderBrioche French ToastBreakfast Burrito BowlGourmet Grilled Cheese Call Directions +Read the review

Mesa Brunch Standby With Real Kitchen Conviction

Brioche French Toast

Brioche French Toast is the sweet anchor of the breakfast program, a straightforward case for ordering the morning menu here.

Breakfast Burrito Bowl

The Breakfast Burrito Bowl repackages the classic burrito format as an open bowl, a practical order for those who want the full build without the wrap.

Gourmet Grilled Cheese

The Gourmet Grilled Cheese is the kitchen's take on the lunch-side of a brunch menu, where the upgrade is in the execution rather than the concept.

Worth Takeaway operates as a counter-service brunch room in Mesa, moderately priced and built for the kind of repeat neighborhood traffic that sustains an independent over the long run. The menu is tight and focused, which is where the kitchen earns its standing. The Brioche French Toast is the signature move: a rich, egg-forward preparation that reads as made-from-scratch rather than assembled, the kind of dish that explains why a brunch room develops a local following without resort-patio help. The Breakfast Burrito Bowl works the same register, a hearty, build-your-own-esque format that pulls from the Valley's Sonoran-adjacent breakfast tradition without pretending to be a taqueria.

Both dishes sit at a price point that makes return visits easy. The Gourmet Grilled Cheese rounds out the core menu as a lunchward pivot, pressing quality bread and real cheese into something that earns the word gourmet without straining for it. The room runs warm, meaning the staff is engaged and the welcome feels genuine rather than transactional. For a Mesa neighborhood spot, that operational consistency matters as much as the food itself.

Worth Takeaway holds an evening presence as well, running trivia nights that extend its footprint beyond the brunch daypart and anchor it as a community gathering point rather than a single-occasion room. Family groups fit naturally here. The counter-service format keeps the pace efficient, which on a busy weekend morning is a practical advantage. Mesa's dining scene rewards exactly this kind of low-pretense, high-execution independent, and Worth Takeaway has positioned itself accordingly.

Map showing Worth Takeaway© OpenStreetMap
HoursDaily: 8:00 AM - 9:05 PM
Address218 W Main St
Insider tip

The Brioche French Toast is the order that defines the kitchen's identity; arrive early on weekends when the room fills with neighborhood regulars. Trivia nights on Tuesdays extend the visit well past the brunch window.

2 Taquitos Jalisco Yelp

Taquitos Jalisco

Mexican · Mesa · $$
6.3

Taquitos Jalisco earns its spot on this list for taquitos dorados made with thick, homemade tortillas, the kind that are increasingly hard to find. The huevos rancheros and breakfast burrito round out a short, focused morning menu. Service runs quick, the room is family-friendly and casual, and prices are firmly budget territory. Mesa has no shortage of Mexican breakfast options, but the house taquitos here set it apart from the strip-mall competition.

What to orderTaquitos DoradosBreakfast BurritoHuevos Rancheros Call Directions Scored from the full review record 1052 W Broadway Rd · (480) 964-9700
3 Giant Hamburgers Yelp

Giant Hamburgers

Burgers · Mesa · $$
6.3

Giant Hamburgers is an old-school Mesa counter where burgers are cooked fresh to order, which means a short wait, but the bacon cheeseburger is worth it. The all-day breakfast platter keeps it on this list, and the fries draw consistent praise. The room has the bones of a classic diner; nothing fancy, everything functional. If you want breakfast and a burger under the same roof without spending much, this is the call.

What to orderGiant CheeseburgerAll-Day Breakfast PlatterGrilled Pastrami Sandwich Call Directions Scored from the full review record 2753 E Broadway Rd · (480) 733-6542
4 Wildberries Yelp

Wildberries

Brunch · Mesa · $$
6.5

Wildberries handles a big breakfast menu without losing focus: the fluffy buttermilk pancakes and loaded breakfast burrito are the orders to know. The room draws families and weekend groups who tend to move fast through the menu, and the service keeps pace. Lunch options sit alongside breakfast all morning, so late arrivals aren't stuck choosing from a shortened list. Solid, consistent, and priced right for a table of four.

What to orderFluffy Buttermilk PancakesLoaded Breakfast BurritoClassic Cheeseburger Call Directions Scored from the full review record 745 W Baseline Rd · (480) 545-0768
5 Knuckle Sandwiches Yelp

Knuckle Sandwiches

Sandwiches · Mesa · $$
6.2

Knuckle Sandwiches runs a no-frills sandwich counter where the pastrami on rye and fried bologna are the moves. The breakfast burrito makes it a legitimate morning stop, but the lunch crossover is real, the Philly cheesesteak and Club Supreme show up on the same tables. Owners are present and friendly, the room has an easygoing neighborhood feel, and nothing on the menu is going to stretch the wallet. Bring cash just in case.

What to orderLoaded Pastrami SandwichBreakfast BurritoClub Supreme Call Directions Scored from the full review record 1140 N Higley Rd · (480) 630-4132
6 Cozy Corner Cafe Yelp

Cozy Corner Cafe

Brunch · Mesa · $$
6.1

Cozy Corner Cafe keeps the eggs Benedict as its anchor, the Canadian version draws the most repeat traffic, and the blueberry pancakes and Southwest breakfast skillet round out a focused brunch menu. Prices are fair, service gets consistent praise across the board, and the room has a settled, neighborhood-institution feel. It has held its ground in Mesa for years without reinventing itself, which is its own kind of recommendation.

What to orderEggs BenedictBlueberry PancakesSouthwest Breakfast Skillet Call Directions Scored from the full review record 5901 E McKellips Rd · (480) 830-6305
7 Broken Yolk Cafe Yelp

Broken Yolk Cafe

Brunch · Mesa · $$
4.9

Broken Yolk Cafe in Mesa runs a wide brunch menu anchored by the pot roast benedict and banana caramel French toast. The acai bowl and iced chai latte have their own regulars, which tells you the kitchen handles more than just eggs. The senior discount on Tuesdays makes it a practical weekly stop for that crowd. Execution can vary table to table, cold plates show up in the record, so the French toast and benedict are the safer bets.

What to orderPot Roast BenedictBanana Caramel French ToastCountry Fried Steak & Eggs Call Directions Scored from the full review record 2034 E Southern Ave · (480) 892-9655
8 First Watch Yelp

First Watch

Brunch · Mesa · $$
4.9

First Watch is a national chain with a Mesa location that handles the morning-only format well: no dinner service, full focus on breakfast and brunch. The million dollar bacon and breakfast power bowl are the signature orders, and the front-of-house staff earns consistent praise. Kitchen execution has drawn some mixed notes in the record, particularly around eggs and potatoes, so the pancakes and bacon-forward plates are the more reliable call here.

What to orderMillion Dollar BaconButtermilk PancakesBreakfast Power Bowl Call Directions Scored from the full review record 1859 Stapley Dr · (480) 633-3352
9 Bisbee Breakfast Club Yelp

Bisbee Breakfast Club

Brunch · Mesa · $$
5.2

Bisbee Breakfast Club is a scratch kitchen, and the chicken fried steak is the server-recommended order for a reason. The green chili pork has a devoted crowd but runs genuinely spicy, so go in aware. The pickle Bloody Mary is its own event. Home fries have drawn notes about underdone onions, so ask for them well-cooked. The Mesa location carries the same from-scratch approach as the original Bisbee concept, and the service is attentive.

What to orderButtermilk PancakesBreakfast BurritoChicken Fried Steak Call Directions Scored from the full review record 2909 S Dobson Rd · (480) 704-3464
10 Crackers & Co Cafe Yelp

Crackers & Co Cafe

American · Mesa · $$
5.2

Crackers and Co. Cafe has been a Mesa breakfast staple long enough that regulars measure their visits in years, not months. The chocolate chip pancakes and classic American breakfast platter are the steady orders; the club sandwich extends the run into lunch. Parking is easy, the room has the feel of a lived-in neighborhood diner, and it opens early enough for a 7:30 a.m. meetup. Consistency is the throughline here, it does not miss often.

What to orderClassic American Breakfast PlatterClub SandwichChocolate Chip Pancakes Call Directions Scored from the full review record 1325 N Greenfield Rd · (480) 924-9977
11 Morning Glory Brunchery Yelp

Morning Glory Brunchery

Brunch · Mesa · $$
5.7

Morning Glory Brunchery runs strawberry and cream French toast that comes up in nearly every conversation about the place, and the chicken and waffles keep pace. The breakfast skillet with hash browns is the savory anchor. Omelets are made to order and draw their own regulars. The room is on the smaller side, service is prompt, and prices land at the budget end of Mesa brunch. Get the French toast, it is the thing to order here.

What to orderStuffed French ToastBreakfast Skillet with Hash BrownsChicken and Waffles Call Directions Scored from the full review record 4545 E McKellips Rd · (480) 307-9987
12 Chilaquiles Modern Kitchen Yelp

Chilaquiles Modern Kitchen

Mexican · Mesa · $$
4.6

Chilaquiles Modern Kitchen puts the traditional chilaquiles with choice of salsa front and center, and the molcajete platter arrives at the table still bubbling. The breakfast burrito supreme and huevos rancheros modernos round out a focused Mexican brunch menu. The room has drawn some notes about pacing, dishes can come out at different times for a table, so it works better for patient groups than for anyone in a rush. The food, when it lands together, is the draw.

What to orderTraditional Chilaquiles with Choice of SalsaBreakfast Burrito SupremeHuevos Rancheros Modernos Call Directions Scored from the full review record 830 W Southern Ave 1 · (480) 634-6570

Frequently asked

What is the best breakfast near me in Mesa?
It depends on your neighborhood and what you are after. For a scratch-kitchen brunch, Bisbee Breakfast Club and Worth Takeaway are strong picks. For Mexican breakfast, Taquitos Jalisco and Chilaquiles Modern Kitchen are the focused options. Every restaurant on this list is in Mesa, and each carries an Insider Score based on the full review record, no restaurant pays to be listed or ranked.
Which Mesa breakfast spots are best for families?
Most spots on this list are family-friendly by design. Wildberries and Crackers and Co. Cafe handle big tables well and open early. Giant Hamburgers works for kids who want something other than eggs. Broken Yolk Cafe has a wide enough menu to cover picky eaters. All Insider Scores are editorially assigned; no restaurant pays for placement.
Are these breakfast restaurants in Mesa open on weekends?
The majority of spots on this list run their busiest service on Saturday and Sunday mornings. First Watch is open for breakfast and brunch only, seven days a week. Worth Takeaway and Morning Glory Brunchery draw their biggest weekend crowds, so arriving early helps. Check each restaurant directly for current hours before you go.
How does Top of Phoenix rank the best breakfast spots in Mesa?
The Insider Score reflects the full review record for each restaurant, volume, recency, and consistency all factor in. No restaurant pays to appear on this list or any other guide on the site. The editorial team analyzes the public record and does not accept payment for placement or favorable coverage.
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About the writer
Britt Vance
Guides Editor

Britt builds the best-of lists one dish at a time, working neighborhood by neighborhood across Phoenix until each ranking points somewhere specific. Her guides start with the review record and end with an order you can place tonight.

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