"This tiny roadside coffee shop specializes in exceptional Mexican breakfasts, in addition to our favorite bacon breakfast sandwich. They use fluffy Macrina buns as vehicles for a crackly-edged fried egg, chunky grilled onions, a swipe of aioli made slightly sweet by red chile sauce, white cheddar, and the crowning glory: a fistful of extremely well-done bacon. We’re talking an actual pile of bacon so crispy that, one time, a stray shard cut our face and we’re not even mad about it. No pain, no bacon, as they say. And if bacon isn't your thing, go for the sausage version, loaded with two paper-thin patties and nutty provolone." - aimee rizzo
"This tiny roadside coffee shop specializes in exceptional Mexican breakfasts, in addition to a truly stellar bacon breakfast sandwich. They use fluffy Macrina buns as vehicles for a crackly-edged fried egg, chunky grilled onions, a swipe of aioli made slightly sweet by red chile sauce, white cheddar, and the crowning glory: a fistful of extremely well-done bacon. We’re talking an actual pile of bacon so crispy that, one time, a stray shard cut our face and we’re not even mad about it. No pain, no bacon, as they say. We're also fans of their breakfast burritos." - aimee rizzo, kayla sager riley
"We're not medical professionals, but we do know that eggs are a great protein source. And when you want them stuffed into a Macrina bun, Mas Cafe is the only choice. This tiny roadside coffee shop serves the best bacon breakfast sandwich in town. They use crackly-edged fried eggs, chunky grilled onions, a swipe of aioli made slightly sweet by red chile sauce, white cheddar, and the crowning glory: a fistful of extremely well-done bacon. We’re talking an actual pile of bacon so crispy that, one time, a stray shard cut our face and we’re not even mad about it. No pain, no bacon, as they say." - aimee rizzo
"Before you roll out a blanket to stare at random steampunk structures, hit Mas Cafe. This tiny roadside coffee shop has the best bacon breakfast sandwich in town. They use fluffy Macrina buns as vehicles for a crackly-edged fried egg, chunky grilled onions, and a fistful of bacon so crispy that, one time, a stray shard cut our face and we’re not even mad about it. No pain, no bacon, as they say." - aimee rizzo, kayla sager riley
"With lattes, soul-soothing burritos, and a miniscule seating area bursting with potted plants and porcelain statuettes, Wallingford’s Mas Cafe is an ideal bohemian hobbit hole. Originally a takeout operation that opened in August 2020, this cafe is now an ideal laid-back breakfast spot. Get the slightly spicy chorizo burrito: Packed with potatoes, cheddar cheese, pico de gallo, and a generous portion of peppers and caramelized onions, it gives off a Tex-Mex texture and flavor. Since seating is often limited, have a backup plan to make a picnic of it at nearby Gas Works Park." - Charlie Lahud-Zahner