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Connor’s Visit (March 2026): He was at the soft opening with his parents: “We started with three of their specialty coffees: the Honeybee Harborcinno, a Cookies & Cream Harborcinno, and the Cookie Butter Latte — safe to say the vibes and the sugar intake were high. For food, we started with the Strawberry French Toast, which was recommended as one of the hits on the menu — it didn’t disappoint… I got Cassie’s Crepe, which came with their amazing house-made poppyseed dressing that tied the whole dish together.” (DougCo Drop, March 19, 2026)
Egg Harbor Cafe has arrived in Highlands Ranch at 9579 S University Blvd. This family-owned Chicago institution, founded in 1985, has grown to 27 locations across the Midwest and is now serving Colorado—making this one of the first Egg Harbor Cafes in the Denver metro area.
The Egg Harbor Experience: Known for "fast, friendly service in a modern farmhouse setting," Egg Harbor serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch daily from 7 AM to 2 PM. The menu focuses on made-from-scratch classics with high-quality ingredients—think fluffy pancakes, creative benedicts, hearty skillets, and fresh-squeezed juices.
Menu Highlights: The Traditional Breakfast features eggs any style with Harbor potatoes fried in 100% beef tallow (a signature touch), a buttered English muffin with house jam, and your choice of protein. Omelettes, pancakes, and Belgian waffles round out the classics. The cafe also offers lighter options and lunch items.
Family-Owned Legacy: What started as a single neighborhood cafe in 1985 has remained family-owned and operated for nearly 40 years. That commitment to quality and genuine hospitality is what sets Egg Harbor apart from chain breakfast spots.
The Space: Expect a bright, welcoming atmosphere with farmhouse-inspired design. Counter service keeps things moving quickly, making it ideal for both leisurely brunches and grab-and-go weekday breakfasts.
The Space: A bright, welcoming atmosphere with farmhouse-inspired design. Counter service keeps things moving quickly, making it ideal for both leisurely brunches and grab-and-go weekday breakfasts.
📰 In the news: Egg Harbor Cafe Is Now Open in Highlands Ranch
📍 Local Insights
🥚 First Timer: Start with the Traditional Breakfast—eggs any style with their famous Harbor potatoes fried in 100% beef tallow. It's their signature.
📍 Location: 9579 S University Blvd, Lot 3B in Highlands Ranch. Near County Line Rd and University Blvd.
⏰ Hours: Daily 7AM-2PM. Breakfast, brunch, and lunch.
🍳 Must-Try: Harbor potatoes (fried in beef tallow), Belgian waffles, creative benedicts, fluffy pancakes. Counter service keeps it quick.
💪 Power Menu (new Oct. 2026): seven protein-focused dishes, with the protein listed on each. Banana Nut Greek Yogurt Bowl (55g), Triple Berry Greek Yogurt Bowl (42g), Lemon Berry Chia Bowl (31g), Hot Honey Chicken Quinoa Bowl (58g, the most on the menu), Lemon Dill Salmon Quinoa Bowl (43g), and two cottage cheese toasts on Ezekiel sprouted-grain bread, Everything Avocado and Mediterranean (37g each).
⏰ Hours
Monday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
👉 Best For
- •Breakfast; Brunch; Family Dining; Casual Lunch
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9579 S University Blvd Lot 3B, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126Review Sentiment
Based on 340 Google reviews
"NOW OPEN as of March 2026. Based on other Egg Harbor locations: known for excellent scratch-made breakfast, quality ingredients, fast service, and a warm farmhouse atmosphere. Highly rated across all Midwest locations."
What You'll Find
- •Traditional Breakfast
- •Harbor Potatoes
- •Original Belgian Waffle
- •Harbor Signature Pancakes
- •Eggs Benedict
- •Medi Omelette
- •Blueberry Pancakes
- •Cinnamon Swirl Pancakes
- •Fresh-Squeezed Orange Juice
- •Hot Honey Chicken Quinoa Bowl (Power Menu)
- •Banana Nut Greek Yogurt Bowl (Power Menu)
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