Main Street Bistro is a cornerstone of New Paltz dining, known for serving the best breakfast in town (and lunch too) in a fast-paced, friendly café setting. From sunrise onward, the Bistro hums with energy – locals and students fill the booths enjoying stacks of banana-walnut pancakes, decadent eggs Benedict specials, omelets any way, or the signature tofu scramble for vegans. At lunch, favorites include the gigantic salads, creative grilled sandwiches, and soup du jour. The vibe is classic and a bit retro, with tin ceilings and formica tables, and the service is famously quick and cheerful. Expect a wait on weekends (the line often extends down Main Street), but with free self-serve coffee while you wait, the community camaraderie is half the fun. A meal at Main Street Bistro – hearty, homemade, and affordable – is a New Paltz rite of passage.