What are Millennials Eating at Breakfast Restaurants?
Studies show Millennials pick more adventurous options at breakfast restaurants.
People say a lot about the Millennial generation days, including that they love adventure. And according to research by Datassential, that translates to their choices at breakfast restaurants as well. In a survey of 1,280 consumers, Millennials were more interested in innovated new breakfast ideas than other age groups. This includes healthy options and ethnic choices.
What specifically interests Millennials at breakfast restaurants? The survey found that 65% would choose elevated comfort food options. This includes things like biscuits and gravy made in “premium” versions. 63% of respondents said they were interested in breakfast sandwiches in either “monster” or mini options.
So what aren’t Millennials eating for breakfast? Well, cereal most notably. In February, the New York Times reported in a story about breakfast cereal that research showed 40% of Millennials said cereal was an inconvenient choice because they had to clean up after. While this generation is most likely to skip breakfast all together, when they do eat, it’s in breakfast restaurants rather than at home. They also prefer to eat breakfast options outside of the traditional hours. About 16% of the participants in the Datassential survey said they breakfast items as an afternoon snack. They also enjoy eating breakfast for dinner.
Eat These Foods for the Best Breakfast
Experts and mom say to be sure to include protein for the best breakfast.
If you want to start your day off right with the best breakfast, you need to make healthy choices. A balanced meal of protein, whole grains, fruits and vegetables. The specifics will depend on your personal goals and current health, but in general your meal should be made up of about 25% protein, 25% carbohydrates, and 50% fruits and vegetables. Given this information, check out these easy and nutritious ideas to start your day with the best breakfast.
Greek Yogurt with Granola and Berries. Granola can really pack a punch of sugar and fat so always check the label. Non-fat Greek yogurt typically contains about 22 grams of protein per one cup serving, just what you need to fill you up and fuel you for the day.
Egg White and Veggie Omelet. Use whole eggs if you want or just the whites for a leaner protein source. Pack your omelet with spinach, tomatoes, mushrooms, and more.
Oatmeal with Peanut Butter and Fruit. Use whole rolled or steel cut oats rather than the more processed quick or instant options. Just two tablespoons of peanut butter contains eight grams of protein and a healthy dose of unsaturated fat. Add some bananas and blueberries for vitamins and antioxidants.
Thank YOU to our Veterans! Join us for free breakfast on Veterans Day!
We’d like to thank our vets for their sacrifice and service to our country by sharing our breakfast table with them. On November 11, 2016, in observance of Veterans Day in America, The Original Pancake House Denver’s Cherry Hills and Denver Tech Center locations will offer free breakfast and drinks to any active duty or retired military. We are proud to honor our veterans with a free breakfast and look forward to welcoming all active and retired military to our restaurants on Veterans Day. All active and retired military personnel who present a valid military ID on Veterans Day will enjoy a complete meal and beverage free of charge courtesy of your friends at OPH!
Our menu features homemade pancakes, crepes, omelets, benedicts and Belgian waffles, and signature dishes including the German style oven-baked Dutch Baby Pancake and the cinnamon glazed Apple Pancake. We make batters from scratch every day and all are carefully prepared and blended by hand using only the freshest and finest quality ingredients available. Everyone is sure to find something delightful to fill their belly! 
We always strive to make The Original Pancake House Denver a welcoming community gathering place. Our veterans are such an integral part of our community and we are honored to show them a small token of our appreciation this Veterans Day! So join us at either our Cherry Hills location or Denver Tech Center location on Veterans Day, both will be open from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.!
