Best Breakfast Burrito East Bay
There’s nothing like a hearty breakfast to start your day on the right foot. But, let’s be real: sometimes, a bowl of cereal or a yogurt just won’t cut it. When it comes to satisfying morning meals, one dish reigns supreme: the breakfast burrito.
With its warm tortilla, eggs, meat, cheese, and sometimes vegetables, a breakfast burrito can take a variety of forms. That said, not all breakfast burritos are created equal. If you’re in the East Bay area and on the hunt for the ultimate morning meal, look no further. We’ve rounded up the best breakfast burritos in the East Bay, from Berkeley to Oakland and beyond.
Cafe 3
Located on the UC Berkeley campus, Cafe 3 serves up a wide variety of breakfast options, but their breakfast burrito is truly something special. Packed with scrambled eggs, bacon, cheddar cheese, black beans, and pico de gallo, this burrito is the perfect way to fuel up before a day of classes or exploring the area. Bonus points for the fact that it’s made to order, so you can customize it to your liking.
Guadalajara Grill
Located in the Fruitvale neighborhood of Oakland, Guadalajara Grill is a local favorite for breakfast burritos. Theirs comes with your choice of meat (we recommend the chorizo) as well as eggs, beans, cheese, and potatoes. Served with a side of homemade salsa and guacamole, this burrito is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
La Mission
Okay, so La Mission isn’t technically in the East Bay, but we had to include it on this list because their breakfast burritos are just that good. Located in San Francisco’s Mission district, this tiny taqueria serves up some of the most delicious breakfast burritos around. The “Mission Style” breakfast burrito comes with eggs, beans, cheese, and your choice of meat, as well as rice, avocado, and sour cream. Trust us, it’s worth the trip over the bridge.
Casa Latina Bakery
Located in Oakland’s Fruitvale neighborhood, Casa Latina Bakery is known for their delicious pastries and breads, but don’t overlook their breakfast burrito. This burrito is a bit different from others on this list, as it comes with ham, bacon, sausage, and potatoes, as well as scrambled eggs and cheese. It’s a meat-lover’s dream and perfect for those with hearty appetites.
Del Taco
Yes, we know Del Taco is a chain, but hear us out. The breakfast burritos at Del Taco are surprisingly delicious, and they’re available all day long. Our favorite is the Epic Scrambler, which comes with scrambled eggs, bacon, cheddar cheese, and crispy hash browns all wrapped up in a warm flour tortilla. It’s not fancy, but it hits the spot.
In conclusion, there are plenty of fantastic breakfast burritos to be had in the East Bay, whether you want something classic or a bit more unique. No matter what you choose, you’re sure to start your day off on a delicious note.
