We hadn't been here since the restaurant changed hands a few years ago. I am sorry that we took so long to return and check this place out. The current owners completely redecorated what used to be a tired "American Diner" and turned it into a modern and extremely clean upscale family restaurant. This place is so much more than the classic "Michigan Coney" restaurant. The service was the friendliest and most attentive of any family restaurant that we've ever experienced. Unlike our current "regular" breakfast place, the music level was appropriate for its role as background music. Our regular place (which shall remain unnamed) usually plays good "oldies style" music but is quite loud and has more of a concert feel to it making conversation and concentration on the daily newspaper difficult. The breakfast potatoes at this place are still the sliced "American fries" style which we really enjoy over the often tasteless and undercooked "hash browns" served at so many other places. Our breakfast skillet dishes were very good. The eggs were cooked perfectly and the coffee was hot and strong! We will definitely be back and will probably make this our regular "go to" breakfast restaurant replacing another old standby down the street which we've been frequenting for so many years. Sometimes it pays to get out of your rut and try new places or revisit ones that have changed hands. read more

Nothing good to say. Food never arrived. Very disappointing because I have been going to Alpha for over ten years. Used to go after soccer at wide world. Unfortunately the last three times we have been given someone else's food then our order arrived with the wrong items! Today it just never arrived. read more

We used to come here twice a week before covid. After several years we returned my husband eager for breakfast after fasting for blood work. His meal took a long time and when it came the link sausage was burned black and hard. He could not eat it. His toast was also burned black, we could smell it before it made it to our table. Our server said this is just how things come out, burned. If you don't request it not to be burned it will be burned. My chicken Greek salad was very good as before but we will not be returning. So sad. Disappointing experience. read more

Delicious! Boyfriend and I got breakfast and it was good. Pretty good steak and eggs for a coney. And the waiter was very kind! He even pointed out how buff my man was and that made him feel pretty good lol. thank you! read more

Alpha Koney Island - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

I was so excited to find this place! It is close to home and the service is impeccable. The restaurant has a homey feel with beautiful decor. The restaurant had plenty of booths which a must. Parking was easy and there are plenty of spots available when we arrived. My husband ordered the corn beef hash as a side and the chicken and waffles. I ordered an omelette and a side order of pancakes. Everything was absolutely delicious. The portions were generous and we had plenty to take home. The diner had a homey feel. I think we found our regular breakfast place. read more

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Amazing Breakfast EVERY TIME!! It's always perfectly cooked; eggs soft and tasty; sausages never dried out or stringy, and pancakes fluffy and never left on the griddle too long or not long enough. And the coffee always fresh and never acidic. read more

Very pleasant restaurant with friendly service. The gyro and greek salad is a wonderful combination. Great coffee! read more

Alpha Koney Island - Wonderful Greek salad! Very fresh and tasty. - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Delicious. Go. I had one of their signature egg dishes. No toast just protein and healthy veg. Service was excellent. It doesn't look like anyplace special....but it is. read more

Came to this place before when it was classic cup. Alpha is the new place now nice change. Ordered the gyro with my son and we got a side of onion rings to share. These onion rings are fantastic made all different sizes ,great thick custard batter & very crunchy! If you have a craving for some super awesome onion rings this is definitely the best place in town as I've tried them all. Also they have Saginaki which is the flaming cheese. I always find that so entertaining! read more

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I was craving chili cheese fries and had heard good things about Alpha Koney Island so after my haircut up the street I placed a carryout order through Grubhub. It was a quick turnaround and within minutes my order was ready. I came in and had to wait quite a bit to have anyone acknowledge me but once they did they were very nice. I grabbed my hot dogs, coneys, fries etc from the front counter and got in the car. I checked to make sure I had everything and I was glad I did because they had forgotten the rice pudding I had also ordered for my husband. I went back and it took a few minutes again for someone to help me. It then took another few minutes for them to bring me my pudding but they individually package the pudding vs. pre packaging it beforehand so that's why it took a minute. That was nice cos you could tell it was made in house. The fries and dogs were both great. A little soggy by the time I got home because of the extra pudding wait but unless you're eating there when your plate comes right out from the kitchen you're not gonna get super crispy fries with your chili cheese toppings. Small price to pay for a delicious plate of (awful for you but so delicious) goodness. The dining room is nice and spacious and very clean. I'd be curious to pop in for breakfast some time since that seems to be another Yelper favorite here. read more

We showed up right when they opened. The restaurant was clean and had a warm environment. They were playing the fake fireplace on the TVs The server was friendly and keep our coffee cups full. The coffee was super hot and pretty good. Since we were there first people through the doors our food came out quickly. It was hot and fresh. I really enjoyed my blueberry pancakes. They were loaded with juicy blueberries. The edges of the pancakes were a golden crispy delight. The omelette was a decent size but really greasy. For the price I would probably pick something different the next time. I would come back. read more

Alpha Koney Island - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Great service, the staff and the owner were very friendly and welcoming. I had a mega gyro with no pita (GF) and as a gyro connoisseur, this place has the best, authentic gyro meat. The interior is beautiful with nice Greek accents and paintings. I highly recommend Alpha Koney Island. Sincerely and from FL, Dave Toman read more

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For a recent lunch date, my partner in crime suggested the newly opened Alpha Diner. I was itching to try a new place, and the thought of all day breakfast or the option of gyro at the same spot appealed to me. We met up shortly before noon on a recent weekday and were promptly seated in a booth. The restaurant is clean, open, and definitely felt upscale for a place with diner in the name. After a quick glance at the menu, we both decided on a gyro sandwich with a side of fries. While we waited for it to arrive, we sipped on a refreshing soft drink and looked over the menu for what we would order on a brunch visit. It only took a few minutes for our tasty gyro to arrive. Once they were set down in front of us, we dug right in, dipping each bite in refreshing tzatziki sauce before eating it. The fries were a perfect crispy warm and the ideal texture, although I could have used a bit more flavor or seasoning on mine. All in all, we enjoyed our lunch at Alpha Diner and will look forward to returning again soon! read more

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Was served an omelette with expired feta. My husband found hair in his hash browns. Floors were dirty and there were crumbs all over the booth. Waitress was pleasant. read more

Good family restaurant/diner food. I like the veggie hash with eggs. Cooking quality can sometimes be a little inconsistent, but overall I am a fan. It is a good place to order the basics on a budget on the West side of AA. The interior of the restaurant is large and clean and cozy. read more

What a wonderful place to have lunch or breakfast. I love the variety and the hobo breakfast was phenomenal. Hannah and I came for the breakfast and were titillated and delighted with every morsel and savoring bite. Thank you for the wonderful service and dining experience. We appreciate you and look forward to future visits. Please be aware that takeouts ordered have a mandatory 20% add-on. so I wouldn't take out,I would only dine in. Not sure what that was about. read more

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The good. Nice and clean restaurant, great front of the house. The bad. I ordered corned beef hash and eggs. I didn't ask if canned or homemade. It was canned, no problem, but cooked to death. Most of it was not edible. The over medium eggs were almost totally hard yolks. There is a reason this place was almost empty and the diner up the street is always busy. This is the second visit, last time had the spinach pie, greasy and not great. Won't be going back, better options available. read more

Alpha Koney Island - Corned Beef Hash & Eggs - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

I'm excited to give this brand new restaurant its first review, and a 5-bagger at that! I recently noticed a sign for the grand opening of a new restaurant on Jackson Road. The "Alpha" part of its name had a familiar ring to it as I was familiar with an Alpha Koney Island on the other side of town. After my wife and I were greeted with a smile at the door, we sat down in a spacious booth and our outstanding server Katy told us that this new restaurant is owned and operated by the same Marwan Al-Rabie, who owned the old Alpha Koney Island. The inside of the restaurant looked spotless and was tastefully decorated with scenes of Greece as well as local Michigan Wolverine Football. We ordered custom Omelettes and split an order of Blueberry Pancakes while we sipped fresh cups of hot Joe. Before long the owner Marwan came out to introduce himself, greet us and thank us for coming in to his newest venture. This was a very classy touch and one that doesn't happen often enough these days. He then kindly offered us a complimentary plate of two kinds of delicious hummus! I can't remember the last time we were offered a complimentary anything at breakfast! Throughout our meal, our server Katy gave us fantastic service and was always close at hand to warm up our coffee cups without asking. Our breakfasts were of 5-star quality, freshness and taste all the way around. The hummus plate was fabulous and provided a peak at how exciting lunch and dinner will be on future visits. This was truly one of the best dining experiences we've had in a very long time and have subsequently found a new 'go-to' for breakfasts and other meals. I can very highly recommend Alpha Diner for an exceptional dining experience. read more

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this place is great! Really good food and friendly fast service! They also have a few tables outside, which I appreciate! I just wish they would add some more plant-based menu items such as an impossible burger option, perhaps some avocado toast and an egg substitute like Just Egg! read more

Just a local restaurant. Independently owned and run. The food is really good and just simple and tasty. The staff is amazing and friendly. Very clean, but not fancy. read more

Alpha Koney Island - 2 eggs with bacon breakfast. - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Great food and people. The food is fresh and service is always friendly. We are big fans of their Greek Chicken Salad.

The food is very good. Plenty. Super service. While we were eating, an elderly man needed help getting out of his car and to the Restuarant. One of the waitresses went outside in the cold and help walked the man into the restaurant and to his seat. Super nice. read more

Alpha Koney Island - Alpha Koney! - American Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Food was average good. Price was higher than expected for a coney lunch experience. Wait staff not attentive to group drinks emptying and time constraints. read more

My breakfast was delicious and the service was quick in this clean restaurant. I come here when I have early morning appointments on Jackson on the NW side of town. read more

Heidi is the friendliest, most helpful waitress I've encountered and the omelettes are absolutely delicious. 10/10 for service, good food, and a great environment read more

Corned beef ruben are excellent, the soup was terrific. Katie was very pleasant. Thus is a must go to restaurant

The food is always amazing. We go most Saturdays and I always look forward to their blueberry pancakes and their omelets are always perfect - light and fluffy - never overcooked or greasy like some dinners. The waitstaff is always top-notch and very responsive - never have to ask for more coffee. That's important. Keep on doing what you're doing! read more

Beautiful decor, clean dinning room, food was great, bathrooms were spotless, and we had an AMAZING server named Kristi who was simply the best server ever! read more

I love Alpha. We don't go out much, but always enjoy breakfast and dinners there. Friendly staff.

Driving through on a road trip and looking for a place to eat a home cooked meal. This comfy little cafe was exactly what we needed. Friendly and homey ambiance, kind server, and freshly cooked meal. Just the break we needed before getting back on the road! read more

Breakfast Review Average food above average price, rye toast is hardly rye at all. If you need breakfast it's ok but definitely don't go out of your way, they didn't... I would go again but I'd say their prices are $2 per meal higher than they should be on the breakfast side. Staff is very nice and welcoming. read more

We showed up at the tail end of the Sunday breakfast rush and it was just okay. The service was scattered and the food was average and don't get started about the coffee. That said I'd probably give them another chance. read more

We used to really like the Classic Cup Cafe but they closed during the pandemic and lucky for us, the Alpha Koney took over their spot. We tried Alpha Koney for late breakfast and we loved it! I ordered the Hippie Hash with feta and 2 eggs over medium and it was delicious! The peppers, onions, tomatoes, and feta were so fresh, with large pieces of potato cooked in fresh oil - not restaurant-stale almost rancid oil - this was truly the best breakfast that I've had in a long time! My husband ordered a gyro salad and also liked it. It's now our favorite go-to place for breakfast and lunch. They have plenty to offer to a vegetarian like me. read more

Very good home style breakfast Had a western omelette w/ toast and pancakes for a good price read more

I don't often write reviews, but I felt that this was important. I was told that they had the very best fried chicken in town. I ordered my meal and with my first bite, the chicken was warm on the outside and VERY cold on the inside. I was VERY disappointed. I also asked for some Pita with my salad and was told several times that it would take a while because Pita does not come with a small Greek salad. I'm sorry, but this restaurant was WAY below par. read more

Great Greek food, coney dogs and omelets. Good vegetarian options is a pluss. One Word of warning the Italian dishes bring back memories of hospital food for me. read more

Great food and service, clean place , the crispy chicken pita so delicious, I like Halloween decorations there

Fast and friendly service with great food. The chicken Greek salad was delicious. Big portion with fresh vegetables and the best homemade Greek dressing. read more

I've been coming to this restaurant for years, even before it became what it is now. In the past 6-8 months I have tried to call in a pick up order several times during the week and I always get put on hold for almost 10 minutes till I just hang up and call the coney down the street. The worst part is that when they put you on hold they just set the phone down and you can hear everything their saying. I listened to this woman gossip with her co-worker for 10 minutes until I was so irritated I just hung up. the only time they ever took my order she thought my name was Karen and said "I hate Karens good thing you're not one". So professional. It's really sad because the food here is wonderful, and I had always enjoyed the atmosphere, but this behavior is unacceptable and fortunately for me you are not the only restaurant on Jackson rd. just the closest one to me. read more

I was excited to try Alpha Diner, and happy to have a new breakfast place on Jackson rd in place of Classic Cup. The food we ordered was great, and the owner delivered complimentary grape leaves to our table during our meal! Their menu is broad and I'm excited to try more of it when I return! read more