The 3 Best Breakfasts Around Winchester

Winchester mornings start best with a hearty breakfast—whether you crave classic diner fare, Southern‑style biscuits or inventive twists on morning staples. Studies show that people who eat a balanced breakfast report better concentration and mood through the day, making that first meal essential for productivity and enjoyment. Here are the Star Awards finalists serving up memorable mornings around town.

Papermill Place

Papermill Place has been a local favorite for over 20 years, offering an all‑day breakfast menu spotlighting made‑from‑scratch pancakes, omelets and signature hash browns. Their website highlights weekend specials—such as blueberry‑lemon ricotta pancakes and huevos rancheros with house‑made salsa verde—that draw early risers and families alike. Cozy booths and a friendly wait staff create a welcoming vibe, while daily coffee refills keep conversations flowing long after the last bite.

Backseat Bar & Grill

Though known for its evening scene, Backseat Bar & Grill also serves breakfast on Saturdays and Sundays, featuring hearty sandwiches and skillet dishes. Their Facebook page showcases the “Roadie Breakfast Sandwich,” which stacks house‑made sausage, egg and cheddar on a toasted English muffin, as well as biscuit platters loaded with country gravy and pulled pork. Casual picnic‑table seating on the patio offers a relaxed spot to fuel up before afternoon adventures.

Bonnie Blue Southern Market & Bakery

Born from the success of a Southern market concept, Bonnie Blue Southern Market & Bakery brings Blacksburg–area flavors to Winchester with its scratch‑baked biscuits, cinnamon rolls and quiche Lorraine. Their “Breakfast Boxes” pair flaky biscuits with sausage gravy, jam‑sweetened fruit compote and a drip‑coffee option. Retail shelves stocked with house‑made preserves and grits let patrons recreate Southern breakfasts at home, extending the morning indulgence beyond the café’s brick‑and‑mortar setting.

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