Breakfast by Salt's Cure

The routine at this Los Angeles-born breakfast spot is simple: hop in line, order at the counter, find a seat, and then marvel at how amazing the signature Oatmeal Griddle Cakes are (sans syrup, and don’t even ask). Since making their NYC debut with a West Village flagship (heads up: a Carroll Gardens location is also coming soon), Breakfast by Salt’s Cure has become a local go-to for anyone free between 8 am–3 pm from Tuesdays to Sundays and hungry for griddle pancakes that are sweet, thin, and crispy edged and available in options like The OG, Banana Nut, Chocolate Chip, and more. From sandwiches and the Cheeseburger to combination Plates or their version of bacon (aka the Picnic Ham), the entirety of the concise menu is also excellent.

For those who insist on kicking off brunch with an order of pancakes for the table, this popular Los Angeles spot’s first NYC outpost is a must-visit. The simple menu at Breakfast by Salt’s Cure is centered around its signature item: Oatmeal Griddle Cakes. The thin pancakes are slightly crisp around the edges and are designed to eat without maple syrup. Choose from flavors like the OG with toasted cinnamon sugar; Banana Nut with toasted walnuts; and Blueberry with flax seed crumble. For sides, tack on options like Eggs offered sunny-side-up or flipped: Sausage Patties in chicken, pork, or chickpea; and Home Fries with slow n’ low ketchup to complete your meal.