Where Camas, WA Residents Go for the Best Breakfast
Camas is a great city to live in, but the breakfast options — at least the ones worth a repeat visit — are limited. What Camas residents have figured out is that Battle Ground is 20 minutes away, and Main St Cafe there is significantly better than most local alternatives. This post covers what they're ordering and why it works as a regular routine.
The Drive from Camas to Battle Ground
The most direct route from Camas to Battle Ground is about 18-20 miles and takes 20-25 minutes without traffic:
- Head west on NE 4th Avenue from downtown Camas
- Take SR-500 West to I-205 North
- Exit onto SR-503 North toward Battle Ground
- Follow SR-503 into Battle Ground and turn right on W Main St
- Main St Cafe is at 813 W Main St, UNIT 112
Most Camas regulars say they leave around 9:30 AM on weekdays — traffic is light by then and the cafe isn't crowded yet.
What Camas Customers Order Most
Sweet Crepes
The Very Berry crepe is the top pick — strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, cottage cheese cream, $14.99. The Strawberries & Crème ($13.99) is close behind. Both come out fresh, not pre-made, which is the point.
Savory Crepes
For a full breakfast, the Breakfast Crepe ($15.99) has eggs, bacon, two types of cheese, avocado, spinach, tomato, green peppers, and ranch. It's a complete meal in a crepe. The Salmon Crepe ($16.99) — cream cheese, smoked salmon, dill, avocado — gets ordered when people want something more substantial and slightly more elevated.
Coffee
The latte ($5.50 with 2 free flavor shots) is the daily driver for most regulars. The breve ($6.00) — espresso with steamed half-and-half — is the weekend treat. Both are pulled in-house from good beans.
Other Menu Items
The Avocado Toast ($13.50) with egg, sesame, dill, and tomato is solid if crepes aren't your thing. The Gyro ($12.50) with pita, lettuce, tomatoes, Korean carrots, feta, and tzatziki is an underrated lunch order. The Pelmeni ($17.00) — traditional Ukrainian dumplings with sour cream — is the most unique item on the menu and a regular choice for customers with Eastern European backgrounds.
Why It's Worth the Drive from Camas
This is the honest answer: Main St Cafe makes food to order, not from prep. The crepes are thin and cooked fresh every time. The coffee is pulled properly, not held in a thermal container. For $15-20 per person you get food and coffee that's genuinely better than most $30-40 brunch spots in Vancouver or Portland. The atmosphere is low-pressure, the staff remember regulars, and you can sit for an hour without anyone bothering you.
That combination — quality, value, atmosphere — is what turned Camas visitors into regulars. It's not one thing, it's all three working together.
Best Times to Visit from Camas
- Weekday mornings, 9-11 AM: Quietest, fastest service, full menu available
- Saturday mornings, 9-10 AM: Busy but manageable if you arrive early
- Saturday 11 AM+: Peak crowds, expect a short wait
- Sunday: Closed
Quick Reference
Address: 813 W Main St, UNIT 112, Battle Ground, WA 98604
Phone: (360) 723-0394
Hours: Monday–Saturday, 9 AM – 6 PM
From Camas: ~20 minutes via SR-500 W to I-205 N to SR-503 N
Online ordering: DoorDash, or https://mainstcafebg.com/order
If you're a Camas resident looking for a reliable breakfast upgrade, this is the one that sticks. Most people who try it once are back within a month.
Common Questions from Camas Visitors
Do I need a reservation? No. Walk-ins welcome any time during business hours. For groups of 6+, a quick call to (360) 723-0394 helps us prepare.
Is parking easy? Yes — free lot directly in front of the cafe on W Main St. No issues.
Can I order online for pickup? Yes. Order at mainstcafebg.com/order and your food is ready when you arrive.
What if I'm not sure what to order? Ask the staff. They'll tell you what's popular that day. The Very Berry crepe and Breakfast Crepe are always safe picks.