rise ‘n’ dine

Whether it’s grabbing a latte or digging in for pancakes and bacon, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. These are a few of our favorite breakfasts in the neighborhood.

GOLD RUSH CAFÉ is one of Lakewood’s gems. With Dirty Dan’s long gone and Metro Diner closing earlier this year, it’s one of the few authentic greasy spoons around, and we cherish it. You don’t have to order the enchiladas and eggs, but we don’t see why you wouldn’t. 1913 Skillman at La Vista, 214.823.6923

Junius Heights resident Ernest Belmore started BUZZBREWS because it’s the restaurant where he wanted to eat. “I wanted to create a place where people can go 24-7 and get good, healthy food in a full-service setting and an atmosphere that’s rejuvenating and artsy,” he says. A third Buzzbrews location is expected to open in Deep Ellum in July. 4154 N. Central Expressway at Fitzhugh, 214.826.7100, buzzbrews.com

PEARL CUP is a trendy place to drink coffee while hunched over a laptop. The coffee is serious. They serve three kinds of espresso, including one from Austin-based Cuvee Coffee Roaster. And there are treats from East Dallasbased Wackym’s Kitchen and Oak Cliff’s Kessler Cookie Co. It’s a good place to get some work done, have an informal business meeting or just hang out with friends.

1900 N. Henderson at McMillan, 214.824.9500, thepearlcup.com

Late Supper

If you’ve ever tried to grab a late night bite in East Dallas, you’ve likely encountered floor-mopping staffers who (you could swear) are trying to sweep you out the door. Most seeking drinks and entertainment forgo the ’hood altogether and head over to Uptown or up to Addison. But our neighborhood doesn’t necessarily shut down at 9 p.m. — you just have to know where to look.