20 places to get breakfast near Campus Martius in downtown Detroit

Eggs, hash, pancakes and a good cup of strong coffee can be downright necessary some mornings.

Like in any metropolis, there are popular destinations for weekend brunch in downtown Detroit, but grabbing a weekday breakfast early in the day can be a bit harder to find. The options are growing, though, especially with the debut of many new hotels in the area. A hotel breakfast joint can be a good place to set up your laptop and start working for the day, or host some friends or colleagues.

Scott Sadoff, executive vice president of food and beverage for Method Co. at the Book Tower at 1265 Washington Blvd., says he wants their all-day lobby cafe Bar Rotunda to be part of the routine not just for those who live and work downtown, but also guests of their hotel Roost, which was recently named on Travel + Leisure's "It List" of best new hotels worldwide.

"What I'm excited to have it be is a true third space for anybody who's looking to add to another location for them to get out and work," he said, adding that the Bar Rotunda menu is made by the kitchen at their award-winning restaurant Le Suprême, which is currently open for weekend brunch but not daily breakfast. "The food is phenomenal ... we're always expanding the menu and adding different things."

It's not all polished and posh hotel options downtown, either. Detroit is a city of glorious greasy spoons. If you find yourself in the middle of downtown at 7 a.m. in need of a ham and cheese omelet, look no further than Woodward Coney, Cadillac Square Diner or the Ham Shop.

Here's a useful guide for visitors staying in the city this month, or locals who need a refresher on where to get a good daily breakfast in downtown Detroit. All businesses have dine-in service unless otherwise noted.

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The Apparatus Room: If you’re looking for an upscale breakfast to begin the day or have a business meeting, restaurants at boutique hotels are a good place to start. Apparatus Room at the Detroit Foundation Hotel has parfaits, steel cut oats, quiche and more on their weekday breakfast menu and even more like biscuits and gravy and lamb pastrami hash on the weekend brunch menu. Breakfast is served at 7 a.m. daily. 250 W. Larned, Detroit. (313) 800-5600. detroitfoundationhotel.com/apparatus-room.

Avalon Café and Bakery: Get a taste of one of the city’s favorite bakeries at this casual Woodward café. The breakfast offerings include steel-cut oats, sandwiches, eggs, vegan sausage, a kids’ menu and adults can get a coffee drink or a drink-drink. Open 8 a.m.-3 p.m. daily. 1049 Woodward, Detroit. (313) 285-8006. avalonbreads.net/pages/avalon-woodward.

Bar Rotunda: An all-day café and wine bar, this hotel lobby restaurant at the Book Tower sits under a 100-year-old Keppler glass dome. Grab a seat at the bar, a bistro table or in the cushy lounge and enjoy cappuccino, pain au chocolat, quiche lorraine, avocado tartine and ham and brie. Open at 7 a.m. daily. 1265 Washington Blvd., Detroit. (313) 597-7895. barrotunda.com.

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Cadillac Square Diner: A no-frills cafe just a few steps away from all the action with everything you’d want for breakfast including Belgian waffles, crepes, melts, pitas and a kids’ menu. Open 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Sat. 101 Cadillac Square, Detroit. (313) 974-6923. cadillacsquarediner.com.

Cannelle: Get a taste of Paris without leaving Capitol Park at this small café where the colorful showcase of tarts, macrons, cookies, croissants, eclairs and more will dazzle your eyes and your appetite. Open 6:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri., 7:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Sat. and 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun. 45 W. Grand River, Detroit. (313) 694-9767. Cannelledetroit.com.

Cibo Modern Mediterranean: On the ground floor of the Cambria Hotel, this polished restaurant serves a daily breakfast menu that has a Mediterranean twist and a lot of healthy options. Open 6 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 6 a.m.-midnight Fri.-Sat. and 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. 600 W. Lafayette, Detroit. (313) 338-3529. cibodetroit.com.

The Clique Restaurant: It's not as close to Campus Martius as the others on this list, but we'd be remiss to not include the Clique, a cozy, cute and longstanding spot that is trusted by locals. Among the house favorites are Delmonico steak, salmon patties and catfish, each served with eggs and your choice of toast or pancakes. 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Sat. 1326 E. Jefferson, Detroit. (313) 259-0922. thecliquediner.com.

Dagwood's Cafe & Diner: The sign out front says Luci and Ethels, but this classic diner at Cass and Bagley is called Dagwood’s and offers a basic breakfast at an affordable price. Open 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Tues.-Wed. and Fri. 400 Bagley, Detroit. (313) 234-3649.

Dime Store: One of the most popular breakfast and lunch spots downtown, Dime Store is still a hot spot a decade after its 2014 debut. It's known for having an all-day, brunch-style cuisine with a full bar and menu items like al pastor hash, a pineapple upside waffle, Benedicts, omelets and a good amount of vegetarian options. For some reason this spot attracts comedians; Jeff Ross, Tim Robinson and John Oliver have all been spotted eating here. Dime Store is usually closed Wednesdays but will be open every day draft week. Open 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Thurs.-Tues. 719 Griswold, Detroit. (313) 962-9106. eatdimestore.com.

Dunkin’ at Monroe Market: Located inside the Hollywood Casino at Greektown, this national chain is open daily at 8 a.m. for all your coffee, doughnut and breakfast sandwich needs. Open 8 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun.-Thurs. and 8 a.m.-2 a.m. Fri.-Sat. 555 E. Lafayette, Detroit. hollywoodgreektown.com/dining/monroe-market.

Ham Shop: Start your morning in Greektown at this easygoing diner that serves eggs, breakfast sandwiches, skillets, griddled items, chicken and waffles and more, including broasted chicken and stir fry. Open 7 a.m.-3 p.m. daily. 330 Monroe, Detroit. (313) 965-0088. hamshopcafe.us.

The Hudson Cafe: There are a lot of pluses at the Hudson Cafe, which is located across from the Hudson’s Detroit development. It’s fairly spacious, the menu is huge with something for everyone, and it’s casual without being chintzy. They also take reservations, which makes this a bright choice for both family gatherings and breakfast or lunch work meetings. The growing brand also has locations in Northville and Troy. The downtown Hudson Cafe is open 8 a.m.-3 p.m. daily. 1241 Woodward, Detroit. (313) 237-1000. hudson-cafe.com.

Iggy’s Eggies: Known for their “jammy-yolk” egg sandwich, carryout spot Iggy’s has a build-your-own sandwich option that includes traditional English muffin, buttermilk biscuit and brioche, but also over dress greens or on hash browns. Get a plain egg sandwich, coffee and a hashbrown for $8. Iggy's also has breakfast burritos, smash burgers, French toast sticks and other items that are easy to eat while walking down the street. Order online and pick it up at the walk-up window or place your order there. Open 8 a.m.-2 p.m. daily. 34 W. Grand River, Detroit. (313) 986-1174. iggyseggies.com.

IHOP: A national breakfast chain restaurant with a kids' menu, gluten-friendly options and senior discounts. Open 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Fri. and 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 333 E. Jefferson, Detroit. (313) 879-5141. Ihop.com.

La Pecora Nera: Have a buongiorno with one of this small shop’s breakfast sandwiches, like the Tuscan morning, an over-easy egg, fresh mozzarella, tomato, onion and pesto in grilled ciabatta or the Italian toast with egg-soaked ciabatta bread grilled and topped with sweet ricotta and fresh strawberry and basil. Grab one of the few seats inside, or walk down the street and enjoy it in Grand Circus Park. Open 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat. And 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. 1514 Washington Blvd. (313) 315-3040. lapecoraneradetroit.com.

Panera Bread: You know, Panera. 6 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Fri. and 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat. 300 Renaissance Center, Suite A306, Detroit. (313) 818-4133. panerabread.com.

Presley’s Kitchen and Bar: For an upscale but not super fine dining option, this new spot in the David Whitney Building has homemade pop-tarts with a rotating filling, breakfast tacos, build-your-own omelet, breakfast sandwiches and a kids' menu, plus espresso, cold-pressed juice and a full bar. Open at 7 a.m. daily. 1 Park Ave, Suite 101. (313) 887-4044. presleyskitchen.com.

The Press Room: A self-serve, cafeteria-style quick hit that's good for those who need sustenance early on a weekday. Open 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Fri. 615-799 W. Lafayette.

Que Deli: Formerly Gateway Deli, Que Deli opened earlier this year with the same menu that many downtown folks will recognize from the Gateway Deli days. Enjoy the basics, or get one of the Eastern European specialties like the potato pancake sandwiches with corned beef, pastrami, turkey or roast beef or the Balkan scrambled eggs with peppers, onion, mushrooms, tomatoes, spinach, fresh garlic, ham, feta, and potatoes. This friendly spot does a lot of carryout orders, but there's also a casual, spacious dining room with good service. Open 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Fri. and 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Sat. 333 W. Fort. (313) 256-1900. quedelirestaurant.com.

Woodward Coney Restaurant: There’s a lot of talk about Lafayette and American when it comes to coney island restaurants downtown, but Woodward Coney is another good option with classic coney fare and a full breakfast menu. There are 16 types of omelets to choose from, plus skillets, grits, French toast, pancakes and more, all reasonably priced. Open 6:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri. and 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat. 616 Woodward. (313) 961-9900.

Melody Baetens is the Detroit News restaurant critic

mbaetens@detroitnews.com