Eggs Benedict is a popular breakfast or brunch dish consisting of two halves of an English muffin, each topped with a slice of ham or bacon, a poached egg, and hollandaise sauce. The dish is typically served with a side of roasted potatoes or a salad. The origin of eggs benny is uncertain, but it is believed to have been created in New York City in the late 19th century. One story says that it was invented by a Wall Street broker named Lemuel Benedict, who ordered "buttered toast, poached eggs, crisp bacon, and hollandaise sauce" at the Waldorf Hotel in 1894. The dish impressed the hotel's chef, who put it on the menu and named it after Benedict. Another story states that it started in Delmonico's when a regular guest came in and wanted something new.