Located at 6421 South Broadway Suite 100, Another Broken Egg Cafe is now open in Tyler. (Another Broken Egg Cafe/Contributed Photo)

Another Broken Egg now open in Tyler

Another Broken Egg Cafe has officially opened its highly anticipated milestone 100th cafe. With a soft opening over the weekend then a grand opening celebration Monday, Another Broken Egg Cafe in Tyler is now open for the public to enjoy.

Located at 6421 South Broadway Suite 100, near the intersection of Grande Boulevard and South Broadway Avenue, the restaurant is the third Another Broken Egg Cafe for franchisees Ray Pynes and Lacy Galligan, a brother-sister duo who also own and operate two Another Broken Egg Cafe locations in nearby Shreveport and Bossier City, Louisiana.

“We are absolutely ecstatic to be opening our third location in Tyler and extremely honored to be a part of this momentous chapter for the brand as the owners of the 100th cafe. Ray and I hope that the community will join us for our special opening day celebration,” said Galligan. “Above all else, we hope that the Tyler community enjoys our chef-inspired dishes and creative drinks for years to come!”

Offerings at the Tyler location will include core menu items like Shrimp ‘N Grits, Chicken & Waffles, Lobster and Brie Omelette, Huevos Rancheros, Southern Chicken Sandwich and more. In addition, kids can enjoy classic breakfast offerings including Chocolate Chip Pancakes with whipped cream and chocolate syrup, the French Toast Sampler or the Little Rooster (scrambled egg, fresh seasonal fruit, English muffin and baked bacon).

The new location also features a modernized environment where gourmet food and beverages – including a full bar with signature cocktails, mocktails, mimosas and bloody Marys – come together to create a highly memorable dining experience for all.

“Our team is thrilled to celebrate the opening of our 100th cafe during National Brunch Month (April),” said Paul Macaluso, President and CEO of Another Broken Egg Cafe. “This cafe marks a significant moment for our brand and we’re excited to share it with amazing franchise partners that have a long history of success with the brand. I know that Ray and Lacy will go above and beyond to provide this community with exceptional breakfast, brunch and lunch experiences.”

Open seven days a week for breakfast, brunch and lunch, Another Broken Egg Cafe said its restaurant showcases chef-inspired dishes that celebrate the indulgence of the breakfast and brunch experience through the finest, high-quality ingredients and hand-crafted cocktails. In addition to its signature Southern-inspired cuisine, the brand boasts a diverse menu that includes gluten-friendly, vegetarian and other offerings to meet dietary needs.

For guests on-the-go, Another Broken Egg Cafe offers online ordering with convenient takeout and delivery options to the surrounding community, as well as small and large group catering.

For more information about Another Broken Egg Cafe Tyler, visit www.anotherbrokenegg.com.

New coffee shop to open this summer

A new coffee shop with a New Orleans flavor will soon open in Tyler.

PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans aims to open in July, according to its Facebook page. The business filed a building permit in December with the City of Tyler to start business at 6555 Old Jacksonville Highway Suite 160, which is in the Oak Hill subdivision near the intersection of Old Jacksonville Highway and Grande Blvd.

The coffee chain started in 1978 and has spread out to 14 states, including Texas. This will be the first location in East Texas, according to the website.

“A warm cup of PJ’s Coffee is more than just a brew — it’s an experience!” the chain stated in a press release. “Whether you are looking for a caffeine fix, breakfast sandwich, or freshly baked pastry, PJ’s Coffee in Tyler is guaranteed to have what you need to get your day going.”

PJ’s Coffee has been owned and operated by New Orleans natives and brothers, Paul, Steven, and Scott Ballard since 2008. The company sticks to its New Orleans roots, according to the website.

Menu items include coffee, tea, energy drinks, a variety of food as well as beignets so East Texans can enjoy some of that New Orleans-style flavor.

Cookie brand coming to Tyler

A popular cookie brand known for its late night hours is coming soon to Tyler.

Insomnia Cookies will soon open at 3979 University Blvd Unit 400, which is across the street from UT Tyler. The business hub includes other eateries like Enoch’s Wine & Coffee House, Hangry Joe’s Hot Chicken and Wings, Republic Icehouse, and Pizza Hut.

A representative with Insomnia Cookies told the Tyler Morning Telegraph the bakery is expected to open in “late spring.” More details are expected to be released soon.

Insomnia Cookies began in 2003 inside the dorm room of University of Pennsylvania student Seth Berkowitz, according to the company’s website. At that time in the early 2000s, there weren’t yet many late-night food options. Many eateries were closed and delivery options were spotty, the website states, and Berkowitz wanted something sweet and warm delivered to his door. So he imagined a business that would cater to people like him — “insomniacs.” Then, his dream started to come to life in the form of a business, “redefining the late-night, delivery-focused, food-service industry.”

The first brick and mortar store opened in Syracuse, New York. In 2021, Insomnia opened its 200th shop and expansion has continued since then.

There are a variety of classic and specialty cookies, including vegan and gluten-free options. To see the full menu, visit insomniacookies.com/menu.

While the Tyler shop’s hours haven’t yet been announced, locations are often open until around 3 a.m.