π₯ Al's Breakfast | A Minneapolis Institution Since 1950! π
You've nailed it β Al's Breakfast isn't just a restaurant, it's a Twin Cities ritual! This legendary 14-stool diner has been serving up no-frills, soul-warming breakfast classics for over 70 years, and that timeless charm is exactly why you β and generations of locals β keep coming back. π Location & Vibe: Tucked in the Dinkytown neighborhood near the University of Minnesota, Al's is a narrow, no-pretense slice of history. With just a counter and a few stools, itβs the kind of place where strangers become friends over coffee and pancakes. π³ Why Itβs a Classic: The Cozy Squeeze β Only 14 stools! Youβll bump elbows and share stories πͺ The No-Nonsense Menu β Straight-up delicious breakfast, done right β The Grill Banter β Watch your food being cooked right in front of you π¨π³ The Loyal Regulars β Youβre in good company here β€οΈ π½ Canβt-Go-Wrong Favorites: Blueberry Pancakes β Fluffy, golden, and bursting with fruit π« Eggs & Bacon β Simple, satisfying, and always perfectly cooked π₯ Hash Browns β Crispy, golden, and oh-so-addictive π₯ French Toast β Thick, custardy, and dusted with powdered sugar π π¬ Why We Keep Returning: βAlβs is that rare place that never changes β and we love it for that. The pancakes are consistently perfect, the coffee is strong, and the vibe is pure, unfiltered Minneapolis.β πΈ Timeless Moments: That first bite of syrup-soaked pancake Your coffee mug refilled for the third time The classic neon sign glowing in the morning light π― Perfect For: A nostalgic start to your day ποΈ Showing visitors a real piece of Minneapolis π Solo breakfast with good conversation π£οΈ When only a no-fuss, great meal will do π β The Alβs Experience: Cash only β theyβve kept it old school π΅ Will you make friends with your stool neighbor? Probably! Expect to wait on weekends β itβs worth it! β³ π Pro Tips: Weekday mornings are your best bet for a stool Bring cash β itβs part of the charm Try the pecan pancakes β you wonβt regret it Enjoy the wait β itβs all part of the experience Ready to keep the tradition alive? Alβs Breakfast is waiting, just as it always has β and always will. #AlsBreakfast #MinneapolisClassic #DinkytownEats #BreakfastLegend #TimelessVibes #PancakePerfection #NoFrillsJustFlavor #KeepItAl