Charleston is similar to Atlanta in the sense that brunch is basically a social Sunday must.  It’s everywhere and it’s always delicious.  On my last trip to Charleston, I met up with some friends who wanted to introduce me to a new brunch spot a bit off the beaten path in Charleston.  Park Cafe, located off Rutledge Ave, is a warm spot that specializes in keeping things simple and quality.  Their menu’s are short and sweet but full of flavor.

Starter: Avocado Toast

My friends raved about the avocado toast as a must side item for any and all entree.  Park Cafe spices up their toast with chili flakes, lemon, and chives.  As a whole, it packs a bit of punch that is missing from a lot of your more traditional southern brunch menus.

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Morning Sunshine: Granola

If you like to keep breakfast or brunch simple and light then you’ll love this basic granola and yogurt breakfast.  First, the presentation can’t help but put a smile on your face with it’s sunny design.  The fruits are exactly what a health-nut would want in their morning meal and the honey acts as a natural sweetener that helps to blend the other ingredients together perfectly.

Indulge: Bacon & Egg Sandwich

If you’re like me, you need a little animal mixed in with your breakfast.  Try the fried egg sandwich and get a little of that non-traditional avocado toast on top of a traditional fried egg sandwich with bacon.  It comes with a grapefruit to banish any lingering guilt you may have for breaking any ill-advised diets.

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