First Awakenings
171 S. Main St., Salinas, (831) 784-1125 125 Oceanview Blvd., Pacific Grove, (831) 372-1125 firstawakenings.net
Whether you’re up bright and early or the type to sleep until noon, First Awakenings is there for you seven days a week serving a variety of diner-style dishes, with a large focus on breakfast. Among a huge list of traditional offerings come some unique breakfast choices like the “Greek Fetish” omelette with feta, olives and veggies, the calamari steak with eggs, potatoes and a muffin, and the “Pope John” with two eggs, a thick Polish sausage with mustard, onion and melted Swiss cheese. Though eggs reign supreme here, there’s no shortage of tasty salads and sandwiches, either.