If being an early bird sounds more like torture than a vacation, you may want to strongly consider a mid-week visit. Yes, some of our mom & pop businesses are closed a day or two during the week, but with sparse crowds and a decidedly mellow midweek vibe, there’s still PLENTY to choose from.

Breakfast
If you’re taking your time hitting the trailhead, you’ll have a full selection of coffee and breakfast choices at your fingertips. North Fork Coffee Roasters is an organic craft coffee shop that uses ethically sourced beans which they custom roast for the perfect flavor. North Fork has a great variety of sweet and savory breakfast items for those into grab-and-go. For a sit-down breakfast, it’s tough to find a more charming spot than Café 6-Three-4. From fresh-baked sourdough breads to salads and sandwiches, the menu has a delicious variety of dishes for both breakfast and lunch. (Open most weekdays, check their website for updates)

Lunch & Dinner
Lunch may morph into dinner for the laid-back midweek adventurer. Local favorite Frenchie’s on Third – known for its burgers and New Orleans-inspired Po Boys – serves lunch and dinner Monday through Friday. Grab a side of gumbo or roasted red pepper soup, and keep a keen eye out for the “Blue Plate Special” offered daily at 5 pm, but don’t be too blasé about the Blue Plate, it frequently sells out and once they’re gone, only the delicious memories remain. Toll Station Pizza has plenty of seating to accomodate larger groups. Some favorite pizzas include the Hiker, the Mountaineer, and the Chicken Caesar. Gluten free crust is an option on all pizzas, and Toll Station offers a nice selection of pasta, burgers and sandwiches. KB Burritos is another great option for lunch and/or dinner. Build your own GIANT burrito or choose one of KBs tried-and-true signature burritos, tacos, quesadillas or salads. The food is fresh, flavorful, and fast (for McCall).