Some people collect coffee mugs, others collect pancake recipes, and some collect vintage waffle irons. But we collect breakfast memories. We’ve spent our mornings hunting down delicious things in Buford, hoping they’re good enough to join our Seriously Tasty Hall of Fame. From fluffy biscuits to perfect eggs Benedict, these are the breakfasts that attained Seriously Tasty status in 2026.
Waffle House
$ | (770) 945-9869 | WEBSITE
If you love crispy, golden waffles as much as we do, then there’s a good chance you’ll agree that no one does it better than Waffle House. Eggs, bacon, and hash browns are all on the menu, but the move is to order all three with a waffle on the side. The crispy, savory bacon plays perfectly with the fluffy eggs and shredded hash browns that come steaming hot. All of it goes down with a cup of coffee, a side of grits and gravy, and maybe a slice of pie to go.
The waitresses are welcoming, the restrooms are clean, and even when it’s packed late at night after football games, they handle the crowd with quick service. Parking is easy with spots in front, on the side, and around back, and it’s wheelchair accessible too. For about $12 a plate, you get a solid breakfast that holds you all day in a fantastic atmosphere that makes it a consistently great choice.
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
$ | (470) 822-3590 | WEBSITE
Credited as one of Buford’s breakfast pioneers, this bustling eatery in a busy complex has been serving their Jetsons-inspired version since opening. The magic behind Snooze’s success is the consistency of their eggs Benedict. The kitchen’s avocado, crab-cake, and classic omelet variations are the stars of the show and serve as the perfect foundation for the generous portions.
In true brunch fashion, heaping plates of food are delivered to tables in the retro-futuristic dining room to create their signature experience. Afterward, pumpkin-inspired dishes, brunch cocktails, and praised coffee are added to the menu to round everything out.
Main St. Deli
$ | (678) 288-9991 | WEBSITE
Inspired by the classic American deli tradition, the Zesty Chicken wrap is a well-rounded meal perfect for a quick lunch break or eating on the go. The chicken is sliced nice and thick, made mouthwateringly juicy, the result of lots and lots of seasoning. Depending on whether you devour it there or not (basically, if there’s travel involved), the presentation might not be 100%. But you won’t even care because the wrap is so freaking flavorful, all but bursting with fresh ingredients.
At around $12, it’s a hearty deal that captures the cozy, small-town vibe of this welcoming spot.
First Watch
$ | (770) 217-3256 | WEBSITE
Known as the “Floridian French toast,” this dish is a delightful combination of thick-cut brioche, fresh berries, powdered sugar, and maple syrup, all served with a side of crispy bacon. It’s a fantastic breakfast choice when you can’t decide what you want, but need to stay satisfied until lunch.
The Flying Biscuit Cafe
$ | (470) 326-3695 | WEBSITE
Unlike the final wing on Hot Ones, the wait times here aren’t agonizing or capable of testing your patience to its limits, but rather create an anticipation with a pleasant payoff. The stuffed French toast is layered with creamy filling, then topped with fresh berries and powdered sugar. The collard green egg scramble arrives perfectly hot, with fluffy eggs wrapped around savory greens and melted cheese.
Buttermilk pancakes come stacked high, golden-brown and drizzled with syrup, while the turkey bacon offers a crisp, smoky bite. Grits are served creamy and warm, a comforting base for any dish. Service is attentive without being overbearing—Carol and the team check in regularly, remembering preferences and keeping drinks refilled. The atmosphere feels clean and welcoming, with sunlight streaming through the windows on weekend mornings.
While the weekend rush means you might wait 20-30 minutes for a table, the food’s consistent quality and the staff’s genuine warmth make The Flying Biscuit Cafe worth the brief delay.
Oy!
$ | (470) 326-5101 | WEBSITE
Served on warm, oversized plates, the Cinna-Yum pancake at Oy! is a full-blown spectacle. Fluffy batter waits to be eaten while swimming in cinnamon swirls and maple syrup, and a dollop of whipped cream sits on top. This is how our server instructed us to eat it: cut into the center gently, then let the syrup pool around the edges. Let the sweetness soak through each bite, then savor it all with your coffee at once.
IHOP
$ | (678) 714-1435 | WEBSITE
All the breakfast options at IHOP are reliable, but our favorite one right now is the chocolate chip pancakes. The pancakes themselves are fluffy and slightly sweet, but it’s the rich butteriness courtesy of the warm chocolate chips and maple syrup that takes this dish to another level.