Experts' Choice Award Al's Breakfast
What the experts agree on
Legendary tiny counter near U of M serves unfussy breakfast classics—pancakes and omelets that earned cult status. Only 12 seats, so arrive early or wait, but regulars swear it's worth it.
“The tiniest breakfast place. Great pancakes. Seats 12.”
– Not For Tourists
Gayot11.0
"Breakfast at this beloved eatery has a flavor all its own." Full review
Zagat4.5
"Bustling diner serving breakfast & lunch." Full review
Where "Tiny counter serves up legendary pancakes, waffles, and omelets. Breakfast daily." Full review
The Infatuation "This tiny restaurant near the University of Minnesota specializes in the kind of simple breakfast food that was good way before brunch became brunch, like pancakes, waffles, scrambles, and omelets." Full review
