Finding the right place to satisfy your breakfast craving can be a little bit tricky when you don't know where to start - pancakes or fry-up? Sourdough or a scone?

That's why we've put together a selection of Darlington's seven best breakfast hot-spots according to their Tripadvisor reviews.

Each location has a rating of 4.0 to give you a better idea of what's available.

Darlington’s best breakfast spots

The Wandering Duck

Location: 15 Grange Road, DL1 5NA

Opening times: Tuesday-Saturday: 9am-3.30pm

Rating: 4.5/5

One person wrote this review: “Best breakfast EVER. Scrambled eggs - the fluffiest, lightest ever. Generous portions of tasty smoked salmon. Delicious sourdough bread. Simple but divine. I’ve eaten this brunch many times over in my life- this was beyond excellent!”

Read the rest of the reviews on Tripadvisor.

Maggie’s

Location: 54 Duke Street, DL3 7AJ

Opening times: Tuesday: 11am-3pm, Wednesday-Saturday: 9am-3.30pm

Rating: 4.5/5

One person said: “Had an amazing breakfast here earlier this month, opted for the large version, you can tell it’s all quality ingredients and very well cooked.

“The atmosphere is great and you get a friendly welcome in this family run cafe. Fresh barista coffee and orange juice hit the mark too.

“I had a slice of rocky road to go for a mid-golf snack, which cake to try was the hardest choice I had to make all day.

“Keep up the good work.”

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Hatch Luncheonette

Location: 32 Blackwellgate, DL1 5HG

Opening times: Wednesday-Saturday: 9am-5pm and Sunday: 10am-3pm

Rating: 4.5/5

A visitor left this review: “Absolutely amazing breakfast at Hatch, miso mushrooms on sourdough, Jasmin & Phil's attention to detail and flavour is second to none.

“Staff always have a welcoming smile and do a great job attending to customers.”

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Peartree Hill Tea Room and Cafe

Location: 313 Woodland Road, Cockerton, DL3 9AA

Opening times: Monday-Friday: 8.30am-4pm and Saturday: 8.30am-2pm

Rating: 5/5

One user wrote: “What a fabulous little cafe, dog friendly which is great and the staff are so warm and friendly.

“I had poached eggs with avocado on soda bread with chilli shaving it was gorgeous and my husband and son had a full English breakfast which was hot and they said it was amazing. I know we will return ASAP and I so recommend.”

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The Juniper Tree

Location: 25 Grange Road, DL1 5NA

Opening times: Monday-Thursday: 9am-11pm, Friday-Saturday: 9am-1am and Sunday: 10am-11pm

Rating: 4/5

One person wrote this review: “Came in for breakfast for the first time today (after meaning to come for a while) and can safely say I regret not coming sooner!

“The food and coffee was amazing and the service was great too! Really can’t fault and will be returning!”

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Imperial Express Café

Location: 2 Northumberland Street, DL3 7HJ

Opening times: Monday-Saturday: 9am-8.30pm, Sunday: 10am-1pm

Rating: 4/5

One customer wrote: “Great breakfast, fabulous poached eggs, good quality bread, friendly staff and always enjoy eating here. The pancakes are lovely and a nice change.”

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Robineau Cafe & Patisserie

Location: 27 West Auckland Road, DL3 9EL

Opening times: Wednesday-Friday: 10am-4pm and Saturday: 10am-5pm

Rating: 4.5/5

A regular visitor wrote: “Been here many times and the food is always lovely.

“Delicious cakes and really good breakfasts. The staff are really helpful with dietary requirements.

“One of my favourite places to go to for afternoon tea.”

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