Where to Get the Best Breakfast in Rehoboth Beach, DE

Written By Katie Frederick

Rehoboth Beach mornings move fast — boardwalk walks, early tee times, beach chairs to claim before the crowds. Here's where to fuel up before the day gets going, starting with the spot that opens earliest and bakes everything fresh.

1. Surf Bagel (Midway)

Address: 18675 Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 Hours: Daily, 6:30am – 2:00pm Specialties: Fresh, New York–style bagels baked from scratch daily (kettle-boiled, cold-fermented, baked in a revolving oven), build-your-own breakfast sandwiches, the Hangover Bagel, breakfast burritos, specialty coffee, and fresh smoothies.

Surf Bagel opens earlier than nearly every other breakfast spot in town and is the only one on this list baking its own bagels in-house every morning. Voted Best Breakfast Spot in Delaware by Delaware Today and Best Bagels in Sussex County by Coastal Style.

2. EGG

Address: 10 Rehoboth Ave Specialties: Eggs Benedict, breakfast burritos, crepes, French toast, grits, sandwiches. Pet-friendly patio; gluten-free and paleo options; alcoholic brunch beverages available.

3. Rise Up Coffee Roasters

Address: 502 Rehoboth Ave Specialties: Pastries, breakfast burritos, coffee, hot chocolate, smoothies. Pet-friendly outdoor seating, full bar for 21+, online ordering available.

4. Crystal's Diner

Location: A short walk over the canal bridge from downtown Rehoboth Specialties: Egg Benedicts, breakfast quesadillas, huevos rancheros, custom omelets, French toast, waffles. Vegetarian-friendly with gluten-free options.

5. Victoria's Restaurant (Boardwalk Plaza Hotel)

Specialties: Savory sausage and eggs with beachfront views, mimosas, seasonal outdoor dining.

6. Robinhood

Specialties: Classic eggs and omelets, hot cakes, French toast; $6 extra-large Bloody Marys and mimosas.

7. Lori's Cafe (Oh My! Oy Vey Cafe)

Specialties: Healthy and vegetarian-friendly breakfast options, with ahead-of-time ordering for pickup.

Start Your Rehoboth Beach Morning at Surf Bagel

Up early or sleeping in, Surf Bagel Midway is open daily from 6:30am to 2:00pm with fresh-baked bagels, breakfast sandwiches, and specialty coffee ready to go.

  • Order online for pickup: surfbagel.com

  • Order delivery: available on DoorDash

  • Join Surf Bagel Rewards to earn points on every order

  • Download the Surf Bagel app to order ahead and unlock app-exclusive perks

  • Visit us at 18675 Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

Katie Frederick
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