Start Your Day in Southwest Michigan: 6 Breakfast and Coffee Spots

If you’re a breakfast person, you know Berrien County is a sweet spot for restaurants serving the most important meal of the day. With Southwest Michigan farmers providing locally sourced ingredients, even the simplest dishes taste egg-stra special. And if you prefer your breakfast in caffeinated form with a little room for cream, we’ve got you covered. In this second installment of our five-part series celebrating Restaurant Month in Berrien County, we’re highlighting coffee joints and breakfast spots to start your day off right. 

Breakfast at Caffe Tosi

Caffe Tosi

Our Restaurant Month breakfast coverage is brought to you by Caffe Tosi in downtown St. Joseph – how fitting, since breakfast has been “brought to you by” this longtime favorite of locals and visitors for over 28 years! This quaint Italian eatery just steps from Lake Michigan is your go-to stop for freshly-made beverages like espresso, latte, and borgia; and authentic, freshly-made specialties like homemade granola, frittatas, breakfast croissants, and their oh-so-indulgent Bacon Stuffed Waffle. Or take a tip from owner Anne Reitz, who usually opts for the Cinnamon Golden Raisin Oatmeal with brown sugar and a drizzle of milk. “It’s just what the body needs before starting a long work week – it’s so satisfying and sustains you for hours!” she says. 

Dino’s Restaurant and Pancake House

Serving Southwest Michigan since 1973, The Tripodis Family invites you to stop in and enjoy a plate of Banana Pecan Nut Crepes or Athena’s Greek Frittata. With a large menu of breakfast favorites, there’s something for everyone at this St. Joe mainstay known for their fast and friendly service. Open for indoor dining and carry-out, check out Dino’s Giant Breakfast Burrito or a full stack of Old Fashioned Pancakes.

The Mason Jar Café

Serving fresh food made from scratch, The Mason Jar Café in Benton Harbor is a regional superstar for farm-to-table dining. Accommodating vegans and omnivores alike, their ever-changing seasonal menu features locally sourced dairy, meats, fruits, and vegetables. Guests can enjoy a Jalapeno Sausage Scramble or Goat Cheese and Grit Cakes while sipping on a Madagascar Vanilla Bean Latte. Stop in for a Nutella Hot Chocolate on your way to work, or schedule a morning business meeting at one of the handmade tables in their dining room. 

Simply Brewed

For some, coffee is a beverage. For fans of Simply Brewed, coffee is an essential component of a daily self-care routine. Using responsibly sourced, high-quality Arabica beans, Simply Brewed offers a wide range of unique coffee flavors like Blueberry Cinnamon Crumble or Chocolate Peanut Butter. Each variety is created by local Entrepreneur, Shenier Bledsoe, and shipped directly to your home to prepare and share as you’d like. 

Small Town Grounds

It doesn’t get much better than baked goods and brewed coffee, and Small Town Grounds in Bridgman has you covered for both. This coffee roasting company offers seasonal specialty drinks filled with flavor and design along with Classic Catering muffins and Red Coach Donuts. They roast their own coffee beans right on site and customers can purchase by the bag, either in whole bean or grounds. As an added bonus, fresh flowers are always available for purchase by the counter. 

Biggby Coffee

The best meetings involve coffee. At Biggby Coffee in St. Joe, you’ll find a great spot to discuss last month’s numbers or next month’s marketing plan while enjoying a Lucky Charm Latte. Or, if you’re racing from one conference call to the next, grab a classic cup of Red Eye and a Sausage and Egg Bragel to-go and keep the day moving. As a locally-owned franchise, Biggby of St. Joseph is a strong supporter of community events. And, keep an eye on their social media page for frequent BOGO deals! 

Infusco Coffee

Home of Michigan’s “Left Coast Roast,” Infusco Coffee is a locally owned, single-source coffee roaster based in Sawyer.  With varieties like Indian Monsooned Malabar and Mexican High Grown Altura, customers can get a smooth cup of coffee and corresponding geography lesson in regional growing practices. With their recent expansion to a second location at The Market in St. Joe, followers of Infusco Coffee can enjoy a Maple Latte or Nitro Cold Brew on both ends of Berrien County. 

This list just scratches the surface of what’s available in our area for coffee and breakfast. Check out our full Chamber member directory of food and beverage locations at SMRChamber.com and map out your plan to eat local for Restaurant Month! 

About the Writer: Stacey Martin is a local author and freelance writer with a passion for promoting Southwest Michigan. Find more of her writing at staceymartinwrites.com. She is the author of We Grow Kids Here and New Girl at Church, and the creator and host of “The Folks Back Home” podcast.

This article – and your next breakfast! – are “brought to you by” Caffe Tosi, in downtown St. Joseph. Caffe Tosi offers “The tastes of Italy in the heart of Michigan.” Serving delectable breakfasts plus lunch, dinner, and a host of beverages and treats. Stop in today!

209 thoughts on “Start Your Day in Southwest Michigan: 6 Breakfast and Coffee Spots”

  1. Ahaa, its pleasant discussion regarding this article
    here at this web site, I have read all that, so now me also commenting here.

    My blog post :: nordvpn coupons inspiresensation (in.mt)

  2. You are so interesting! I do not believe I have read through something like this before.

    So great to find somebody with genuine thoughts
    on this issue. Seriously.. thanks for starting this up.

    This web site is one thing that’s needed on the internet,
    someone with a little originality!

    Also visit my site nordvpn coupons inspiresensation (tinyurl.com)

  3. Hello, I think your blog might be having browser compatibility
    issues. When I look at your blog in Ie, it looks fine but when opening in Internet Explorer, it has some overlapping.

    I just wanted to give you a quick heads up!
    Other then that, superb blog!

    My page; nordvpn coupons inspiresensation (https://t.co/eG2x4nxWne)

  4. Amazing blog! Is your theme custom made or did you download it from somewhere? A design like yours with a few simple adjustements would really make my blog jump out. Please let me know where you got your theme. Kudos

  5. Can I simply just say what a comfort to find a person that actually knows what they’re talking about on the net. You actually realize how to bring a problem to light and make it important. More people ought to check this out and understand this side of your story. I was surprised you are not more popular because you definitely have the gift.

  6. Attractive section of content. I just stumbled upon your website and in accession capital to assert that I acquire in fact enjoyed account your blog posts. Anyway I will be subscribing to your augment and even I achievement you access consistently rapidly.

  7. Hi there! This post could not be written any better! Reading through this post reminds me of my good old room mate! He always kept talking about this. I will forward this post to him. Fairly certain he will have a good read. Thank you for sharing!

  8. Hi there, I do think your site might be having browser compatibility issues. Whenever I look at your web site in Safari, it looks fine however, if opening in Internet Explorer, it’s got some overlapping issues. I simply wanted to give you a quick heads up! Other than that, great website!

  9. Undeniably consider that that you stated. Your favorite justification seemed to be on the web the easiest factor to understand of. I say to you, I certainly get annoyed even as other folks consider worries that they plainly do not recognize about. You managed to hit the nail upon the highest as neatly as outlined out the entire thing without having side effect , other folks could take a signal. Will likely be again to get more. Thanks

  10. I have been browsing online more than 2 hours today, yet I never found any interesting article like yours. It is pretty worth enough for me. In my view, if all webmasters and bloggers made good content as you did, the internet will be much more useful than ever before.

  11. I must thank you for the efforts you’ve put in writing this site. I’m hoping to check out the same high-grade blog posts by you later on as well. In truth, your creative writing abilities has encouraged me to get my very own website now 😉

  12. I truly love your site.. Very nice colors & theme. Did you make this site yourself? Please reply back as I’m attempting to create my own blog and would like to find out where you got this from or what the theme is called. Thank you!

  13. Hello, i think that i saw you visited my website so i came to “return the favor”.I am attempting to find things to improve my web site!I suppose its ok to use some of your ideas!!

  14. Hi! I realize this is somewhat off-topic however I needed to ask. Does running a well-established website such as yours take a massive amount work? I’m completely new to operating a blog but I do write in my journal everyday. I’d like to start a blog so I can easily share my experience and views online. Please let me know if you have any recommendations or tips for brand new aspiring blog owners. Thankyou!

  15. Heya! I just wanted to ask if you ever have any problems with hackers? My last blog (wordpress) was hacked and I ended up losing many months of hard work due to no backup. Do you have any methods to protect against hackers?

  16. Attractive section of content. I just stumbled upon your website and in accession capital to assert that I acquire in fact enjoyed account your blog posts. Anyway I’ll be subscribing to your feeds and even I achievement you access consistently fast.

  17. Pretty nice post. I just stumbled upon your blog and wished to say that I have really enjoyed surfing around your blog posts. After all I will be subscribing to your feed and I hope you write again soon!

  18. Having read this I thought it was very enlightening. I appreciate you finding the time and energy to put this information together. I once again find myself personally spending a significant amount of time both reading and posting comments. But so what, it was still worthwhile!

  19. Greetings from Carolina! I’m bored at work so I decided to check out your site on my iphone during lunch break. I really like the info you provide here and can’t wait to take a look when I get home. I’m shocked at how quick your blog loaded on my cell phone .. I’m not even using WIFI, just 3G .. Anyhow, great site!

  20. It is the best time to make some plans for the future and it’s time to be happy. I have read this post and if I could I wish to suggest you some interesting things or tips. Perhaps you could write next articles referring to this article. I desire to read more things about it!

  21. Hello! Quick question that’s totally off topic. Do you know how to make your site mobile friendly? My web site looks weird when browsing from my iphone 4. I’m trying to find a template or plugin that might be able to correct this problem. If you have any recommendations, please share. With thanks!

  22. Hey there I am so grateful I found your blog page, I really found you by accident, while I was searching on Aol for something else, Regardless I am here now and would just like to say kudos for a tremendous post and a all round thrilling blog (I also love the theme/design), I don’t have time to read it all at the moment but I have saved it and also added in your RSS feeds, so when I have time I will be back to read a lot more, Please do keep up the awesome b.

  23. You’re so awesome! I do not think I have read something like that before. So wonderful to find another person with a few unique thoughts on this subject matter. Seriously.. thank you for starting this up. This web site is one thing that’s needed on the internet, someone with some originality!

  24. Do you mind if I quote a couple of your posts as long as I provide credit and sources back to your webpage? My blog site is in the very same niche as yours and my visitors would definitely benefit from a lot of the information you present here. Please let me know if this ok with you. Many thanks!

  25. It’s the best time to make some plans for the longer term and it is time to be happy. I’ve read this publish and if I may I want to recommend you some fascinating things or advice. Maybe you can write subsequent articles referring to this article. I wish to learn more issues approximately it!

  26. Simply want to say your article is as surprising. The clearness in your post is simply excellent and i can assume you are an expert on this subject. Fine with your permission let me to grab your RSS feed to keep up to date with forthcoming post. Thanks a million and please continue the enjoyable work.

  27. I just could not go away your web site prior to suggesting that I actually loved the usual information an individual supply to your guests? Is gonna be again steadily in order to investigate cross-check new posts

  28. Hello I am so glad I found your webpage, I really found you by error, while I was browsing on Google for something else, Anyhow I am here now and would just like to say many thanks for a tremendous post and a all round exciting blog (I also love the theme/design), I don’t have time to read through it all at the minute but I have bookmarked it and also included your RSS feeds, so when I have time I will be back to read more, Please do keep up the awesome work.

  29. Undeniably imagine that that you stated. Your favourite justification appeared to be on the net the simplest factor to take note of. I say to you, I definitely get annoyed while other people consider issues that they plainly don’t understand about. You controlled to hit the nail upon the highest and also outlined out the whole thing with no need side effect , folks can take a signal. Will likely be back to get more. Thank you

  30. Write more, thats all I have to say. Literally, it seems as though you relied on the video to make your point. You definitely know what youre talking about, why waste your intelligence on just posting videos to your weblog when you could be giving us something informative to read?

  31. Great items from you, man. I have have in mind your stuff previous to and you are simply too great. I really like what you’ve received here, really like what you are saying and the way during which you assert it. You make it entertaining and you continue to care for to stay it smart. I can not wait to learn much more from you. This is actually a terrific site.

  32. Hi there! I realize this is kind of off-topic however I needed to ask. Does operating a well-established blog such as yours require a massive amount work? I am brand new to operating a blog but I do write in my journal everyday. I’d like to start a blog so I will be able to share my own experience and views online. Please let me know if you have any kind of ideas or tips for new aspiring blog owners. Thankyou!

  33. hello there and thank you for your info – I have certainly picked up something new from right here. I did however expertise several technical issues using this web site, since I experienced to reload the site many times previous to I could get it to load correctly. I had been wondering if your web host is OK? Not that I am complaining, but slow loading instances times will often affect your placement in google and could damage your high quality score if ads and marketing with Adwords. Anyway I am adding this RSS to my e-mail and can look out for much more of your respective interesting content. Make sure you update this again very soon.

  34. Its like you learn my mind! You appear to understand a lot approximately this, such as you wrote the guide in it or something. I feel that you just could do with a few p.c. to force the message home a bit, but other than that, that is fantastic blog. A fantastic read. I will definitely be back.

  35. This is really interesting, You’re a very skilled blogger. I have joined your feed and look forward to seeking more of your fantastic post. Also, I’ve shared your web site in my social networks!

  36. I do trust all the concepts you’ve presented in your post. They’re really convincing and will certainly work. Still, the posts are very brief for newbies. May you please extend them a bit from subsequent time? Thank you for the post.

  37. Have you ever thought about adding a little bit more than just your articles? I mean, what you say is valuable and everything. However just imagine if you added some great visuals or videos to give your posts more, “pop”! Your content is excellent but with images and videos, this website could undeniably be one of the best in its field. Awesome blog!

  38. Hello I am so thrilled I found your weblog, I really found you by accident, while I was browsing on Bing for something else, Nonetheless I am here now and would just like to say kudos for a incredible post and a all round interesting blog (I also love the theme/design), I don’t have time to look over it all at the moment but I have bookmarked it and also included your RSS feeds, so when I have time I will be back to read much more, Please do keep up the great jo.

  39. Appreciating the dedication you put into your website and in depth information you offer. It’s good to come across a blog every once in a while that isn’t the same out of date rehashed information. Fantastic read! I’ve bookmarked your site and I’m adding your RSS feeds to my Google account.

  40. Greetings! I know this is kind of off topic but I was wondering which blog platform are you using for this site? I’m getting sick and tired of WordPress because I’ve had issues with hackers and I’m looking at alternatives for another platform. I would be awesome if you could point me in the direction of a good platform.

  41. An outstanding share! I have just forwarded this onto a colleague who was conducting a little homework on this. And he actually ordered me breakfast due to the fact that I found it for him… lol. So let me reword this…. Thanks for the meal!! But yeah, thanx for spending the time to discuss this subject here on your web page.

  42. Please let me know if you’re looking for a article writer for your weblog. You have some really good posts and I think I would be a good asset. If you ever want to take some of the load off, I’d absolutely love to write some content for your blog in exchange for a link back to mine. Please shoot me an e-mail if interested. Regards!

  43. I’m amazed, I have to admit. Rarely do I encounter a blog that’s equally educative and engaging, and let me tell you, you’ve hit the nail on the head. The issue is something that too few people are speaking intelligently about. I am very happy I found this during my search for something relating to this.

  44. Greetings! I know this is kinda off topic but I’d figured I’d ask. Would you be interested in exchanging links or maybe guest authoring a blog article or vice-versa? My site addresses a lot of the same subjects as yours and I feel we could greatly benefit from each other. If you are interested feel free to send me an email. I look forward to hearing from you! Superb blog by the way!

  45. Attractive section of content. I just stumbled upon your blog and in accession capital to assert that I get in fact enjoyed account your blog posts. Anyway I will be subscribing to your augment and even I achievement you access consistently rapidly.

  46. Good post. I learn something new and challenging on sites I stumbleupon everyday. It’s always useful to read articles from other authors and practice a little something from their sites.

  47. I know this if off topic but I’m looking into starting my own weblog and was wondering what all is needed to get setup? I’m assuming having a blog like yours would cost a pretty penny? I’m not very internet smart so I’m not 100% sure. Any suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated. Kudos

  48. Good day! I know this is kinda off topic but I was wondering which blog platform are you using for this website? I’m getting fed up of WordPress because I’ve had problems with hackers and I’m looking at options for another platform. I would be fantastic if you could point me in the direction of a good platform.

  49. Just desire to say your article is as astounding. The clarity in your submit is just cool and i can think you’re an expert on this subject. Fine with your permission let me to grab your RSS feed to keep up to date with drawing close post. Thank you a million and please continue the gratifying work.

  50. Whats up are using WordPress for your blog platform? I’m new to the blog world but I’m trying to get started and create my own. Do you need any html coding knowledge to make your own blog? Any help would be greatly appreciated!

  51. Greetings from Colorado! I’m bored to death at work so I decided to browse your blog on my iphone during lunch break. I really like the information you present here and can’t wait to take a look when I get home. I’m shocked at how quick your blog loaded on my mobile .. I’m not even using WIFI, just 3G .. Anyways, awesome site!

  52. Have you ever thought about writing an e-book or guest authoring on other websites? I have a blog based upon on the same information you discuss and would love to have you share some stories/information. I know my readers would appreciate your work. If you are even remotely interested, feel free to send me an email.

  53. Greate article. Keep posting such kind of info on your page. Im really impressed by your site.
    Hello there, You’ve performed a fantastic job. I’ll definitely digg it and for my part suggest to my friends. I’m confident they will be benefited from this site.

  54. Hi! I just wanted to ask if you ever have any trouble with hackers? My last blog (wordpress) was hacked and I ended up losing several weeks of hard work due to no back up. Do you have any methods to protect against hackers?

  55. Hello! I just wanted to ask if you ever have any problems with hackers? My last blog (wordpress) was hacked and I ended up losing several weeks of hard work due to no data backup. Do you have any methods to protect against hackers?

  56. We absolutely love your blog and find a lot of your post’s to be exactly what I’m looking for. can you offer guest writers to write content available for you? I wouldn’t mind producing a post or elaborating on some of the subjects you write related to here. Again, awesome web log!

  57. You are so interesting! I don’t believe I’ve read a single thing like that before. So wonderful to find somebody with unique thoughts on this topic. Really.. thanks for starting this up. This site is one thing that’s needed on the internet, someone with a bit of originality!

  58. I simply couldn’t leave your web site before suggesting that I actually loved the usual information a person provide to your guests? Is going to be again ceaselessly in order to investigate cross-check new posts

  59. Amazing blog! Is your theme custom made or did you download it from somewhere? A design like yours with a few simple adjustements would really make my blog stand out. Please let me know where you got your design. Thank you

  60. I know this if off topic but I’m looking into starting my own blog and was wondering what all is required to get setup? I’m assuming having a blog like yours would cost a pretty penny? I’m not very internet savvy so I’m not 100% sure. Any recommendations or advice would be greatly appreciated. Kudos

  61. I blog frequently and I genuinely thank you for your content. This article has really peaked my interest. I am going to take a note of your blog and keep checking for new details about once a week. I opted in for your Feed as well.

  62. I have been surfing on-line more than 3 hours lately, but I never found any attention-grabbing article like yours. It’s pretty price enough for me. In my opinion, if all web owners and bloggers made excellent content material as you probably did, the net shall be much more useful than ever before.

  63. I’m really impressed with your writing skills and also with the layout on your weblog. Is this a paid theme or did you customize it yourself? Anyway keep up the nice quality writing, it’s rare to see a great blog like this one these days.

  64. I am curious to find out what blog platform you happen to be working with? I’m experiencing some minor security issues with my latest site and I’d like to find something more risk-free. Do you have any recommendations?

  65. You actually make it seem so easy with your presentation but I find this topic to be really something that I think I would never understand. It seems too complex and very broad for me. I’m looking forward for your next post, I’ll try to get the hang of it!

  66. Having read this I believed it was very enlightening. I appreciate you spending some time and energy to put this information together. I once again find myself spending a lot of time both reading and commenting. But so what, it was still worthwhile!

  67. It’s a pity you don’t have a donate button! I’d certainly donate to this fantastic blog! I guess for now i’ll settle for book-marking and adding your RSS feed to my Google account. I look forward to brand new updates and will talk about this blog with my Facebook group. Chat soon!

  68. I have been surfing online more than 2 hours today, yet I never found any interesting article like yours. It is pretty worth enough for me. In my view, if all website owners and bloggers made good content as you did, the internet will be much more useful than ever before.

  69. I know this if off topic but I’m looking into starting my own weblog and was wondering what all is required to get setup? I’m assuming having a blog like yours would cost a pretty penny? I’m not very internet savvy so I’m not 100% certain. Any tips or advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

  70. Hey there I am so delighted I found your blog page, I really found you by accident, while I was browsing on Google for something else, Anyways I am here now and would just like to say thanks a lot for a fantastic post and a all round thrilling blog (I also love the theme/design), I don’t have time to read it all at the moment but I have book-marked it and also added your RSS feeds, so when I have time I will be back to read more, Please do keep up the great work.

Leave a Reply to canadian pharmaceuticals online shipping Cancel Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *