Coca Café

Breakfast Menu

Saturdays my hubby and I like to find new places for breakfast and quality time.  Of all the Saturday Breakfast spots in Pittsburgh, we have found none better than coca café in the Lawrenceville neighborhood of Pittsburgh.  Luck for us they were open on this New Year's Day.


This is a very popular place, and for good reason. Word to the wise, if you aren't in the mood for a LONG wait, arrive at opening (9am).  


Don't expect to find anything plain on the menu, like the typical "two eggs and home fries".  This-morning I enjoyed the Challah French Toast, covered with brie, fig jam & fresh berries [no need for maple syrup here!] and applewood smoked bacon. Husband started the year out in a truly healthy fashion with an egg white omelet with spinach, goat cheese, & grape tomatoes, 7-grain toast and fresh carrot-ginger juice.  I'm a fan of decaf tea and I am happy that they serve Stash tea (peppermint!!)

Definitely a different atmosphere than the typical greasy spoon.  The decor is modern and fun, and apparently the artwork is for sale.  I love the 50's style kitchen tables and chairs.

The prices aren't completely unreasonable, but not a value-meal for sure.  The restaurant fits right in with the upscale business spot that Lower Lawrenceville is turning into.  If you haven't been there for some window shopping in these chic boutiques, I highly recommend.


I try not to be superstitious on the first day of the year, but if this restaurant is a portent of things to come, it's going to be a yummy 2011.


I look forward to sharing our adventures in Saturday morning breakfasts!