Bites Nearby: Scrambled Eggs, Pancakes and OJ

Let's face it: breakfast is usually an afterthought in most houses. You pour out a bowl of cereal, grab a cup of instant coffee and you're out the door.

But every once in a while, it's nice to slow down and go out to eat for breakfast.

In Odenton and Gambrills, there are a few good spots for morning fare.

The opens at 8 a.m. and serves its breakfast items any time of the day—except on Mondays when it is closed. This spot has a lot of loyal regulars, who rave about the friendly service and the fact that your coffee cup never seems to get empy.

also serves breakfast, and I can personally rave about the excellence of their French toast. 

At the Village at Waugh Chapel, is a busy place most mornings, and serves breakfast anytime And on Route 3 is another popular spot with a big menu of breakfast items available all day.

Here is a good rundown of other favored breakfast places around Anne Arundel County.

Hanover

The Golden Corral buffet gets good reviews from Tripadvisor and it’s close to Arundel Mills mall. Stop in before or after your Black Friday shopping.

Broadneck

Residents of the peninsula know to pick up a fresh dozen at Naval Bagels.

Severna Park

Between the , and , Severna Parkers have several breakfast options to choose from.

Glen Burnie

It’s the battle of the diners in Glen Burnie. Who gets your vote? , or ?

Edgewater

has a breakfast menu that is sure to please, including real grits (not instant), crabcakes with poached eggs, Eggs Benedict, pancakes, French toast and of course a full bar including Bloodies and Mimosas. The only problem is that sometimes there is a wait for a table.

Pasadena

The Pasadena branch of the boasts an impressive selection of choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner served 24 hours a day.

Bowie

Breakfast is served Saturday and Sunday at , which has been serving the Bowie community since 1996.