Eggs Benedict in Scarborough: Which One Should You Order?
Our benedicts are one of the first things people ask about. Here is the easy version: what is on them, how they feel, and which one to pick.
Kitchen closes 30 minutes before closing.
If you are looking at our menu and feeling stuck, start with the benedicts.
That is usually our easiest answer. They are brunchy, filling, and a good way to understand what Karkumi is about. We keep the classic parts of eggs benedict, then add a few flavours that feel more like us.
You get toasted English muffin, poached eggs, hollandaise, potatoes and salad on the side. Then you pick the main topping.
The quick answer
If you want something different, order the Smoked Duck Breast Benedict.
If you want something rich and filling, order the Beef Short Rib Benedict.
If you want something lighter, order the Smoked Salmon Benedict.
If you want the more classic brunch feeling, order the Peameal Bacon Benedict.
That is the simple version. You can stop reading here and go order. But if you want the details, here they are.
Smoked Duck Breast Benedict
This is the one we usually suggest for a first visit.
Smoked duck gives the plate a deeper flavour than a regular breakfast meat. It feels a little special, but it is still easy to eat. The poached eggs and hollandaise keep it familiar, so it does not feel like you are ordering something strange just to be adventurous.
Order this if you want brunch, but you also want to try something you do not see at every café.
Menu price: $19
Best for: First visit, duck lovers, people who want something different but not too weird.
Suggested drink: Crème Brûlée Latte or Americano.
Beef Short Rib Benedict
This one is for hungry people.
Beef short rib makes the benedict feel more like lunch than breakfast. It is savoury, rich, and more filling than the smoked salmon or peameal bacon options.
This is a good pick if you skipped breakfast, came in late, or want a plate that will actually hold you for a while.
Menu price: $19
Best for: Big brunch, lunch-brunch, people who want something hearty.
Suggested drink: Tiramisu Latte, Café Latte, or Americano.
Smoked Salmon Benedict
This one feels a little lighter.
Smoked salmon, poached eggs, and hollandaise are a classic for a reason. It is still creamy, but it does not feel as heavy as beef short rib. If you want brunch but do not want to feel sleepy after, this is a good choice.
Menu price: $18
Best for: A lighter brunch, smoked salmon fans, people who want something fresh.
Suggested drink: Matcha Latte, fruit tea, or iced jasmine latte.
Peameal Bacon Benedict
This is the more familiar one.
If you are bringing someone who does not want to think too much, peameal bacon is a safe pick. It is brunchy, simple, and comforting.
Menu price: $18
Best for: Classic brunch mood, first-time guests who want something familiar.
Suggested drink: Café Latte or Cappuccino.
About the eggs
A benedict depends on the poached eggs.
We cook them to order. The goal is a soft yolk, warm sauce, and a plate that comes out feeling fresh. It takes a little time, especially when the café is busy, but that is normal for benedicts.
If you are in a rush, please tell us before ordering. We can help you pick something that fits your timing better.
Pickup note
Benedicts are available for pickup, but they are best eaten soon after pickup while the eggs and sauce are still warm.
If you are picking up for a group, please call ahead. We can tell you what is realistic for the time you want.
Which one should you order?
Still not sure?
Order Smoked Duck Breast Benedict if you want the Karkumi first-visit choice.
Order Beef Short Rib Benedict if you are hungry.
Order Smoked Salmon Benedict if you want something lighter.
Order Peameal Bacon Benedict if you want the classic brunch feeling.
That is it. No need to make it more complicated.