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First Awakenings


First Awakenings
171 Main St
Salinas, CA 93901
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#1 of 191 restaurants in Salinas
  • Cuisines: American
  • Address: 171 Main St, Salinas, CA 93901
  • Phone:  (831) 784-1125
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5 of 5 stars
BrentMonterey 122 contributions
Mar 2, 2009

Just like the one in Monterey, but without the outdoor dining and a more old timey feel. Reliably good and with good sized portions. For the pancake adventurers the raspberry coconut granola pancakes are fun, but consider asking for chocolate chip and bacon, fun to share one with a group. more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Feb 26, 2009

This is still my favorite breakfast/lunch place. It has been ever since it opened. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jun 24, 2008

Great place to get a good breakfast, and great service! more

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4 of 5 stars
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Mar 31, 2008

Unusual breakfast options, all good. more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jan 8, 2008

Best breakfast ever!! You gotta try the Bluegerm pancakes, but get just 1 (or 2 if ur sharing) cause their huge more

“Very good for breakfast!”
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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Dec 14, 2007

Very good for breakfast! more

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Dec 12, 2007

Best Breakfast hands down!! more

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Nov 10, 2007

Best breakfast place I've ever been to! more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
San Luis Obispo, CA
Sep 1, 2004
2/2 found this review helpful

i have been going to first awakenings since i was a kid, and it has always been an excellent dining experience. their pancakes are to die for, and the sonoran fritatta is amazing. The staff are always helpful and friendly, the price is reasonable, and the overall experience is great! if you are in monterey you must come here for... more

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First Awakenings Address

171 Main St, Salinas, CA 93901
Tel: (831) 784-1125
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