Over in Sellwood, near the farmers market, is a small but cute lithe restaurant whose main menu item are waffles. Most of them are sweet with a couple of savory options. You can build your own waffle with a solid list of sweet and savory toppings. They serve coffee and mimosas as well. In fact you can get a flight of 4 mimosas. We ended up getting the peach cobbler waffle which was their current special. Their specials do rotate. The waffle was delicious and my partner and I shared it so they already knew to bring it split with two different plates. The waffles were delicious, fluffy in the inside, slightly crispy on the outside without being burnt. Our service was impeccable and they checked on us a couple of times, though we were mostly the only customers in there. I do love the decor of the old vinyls on the wall and the quirky wallpaper. Love the bright color plated the waffles are served on too. Parking is street parking but usually on the weekends you can park in the Wells Fargo bank parking lot nearby. Plenty of seating too. read more

Fat Albert's Waffle Bar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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This was amazing before and now is even more amazing!!! Love love the waffles, mimosas and owner/daughter duo. Brilliant idea to switch to waffles only! Please always stay in the hood! read more

Yelp has done them a disservice!!! They wont take down pics they no longer SERVE!?? I went for items they dont make anymore bc of the pics . BE CLEAR! They ONLY have waffles now. Check menu online before making the trek. I was hoping for even a chicken and waffle - nope LOL. What we had was good, avaca and egg w bacon bits on waffle - it just wasnt what we were looking for. Owners said they have tried MULTIPLE times to get yelp to take off - to no avail, so its not on them. Its on Yelp admin!! cmon guys!!! read more

I tried the avocado/poached egg waffle and my partner got the strawberry waffle and both were very super good! The service was super great and it was a chill vibe all around! So many yummy options to choose from it was hard to pick what sounded best! read more

Service was amazing; waffles were delicious! We'll definitely be back soon. Nothing was too heavy but all portions are generous. Loved the music and atmosphere. Feels like a family owned small business with lots of love and care. read more

We love coming here for waffles with our kids, great food, great place and our family looks forward to coming every week! They even have a little bucket of toys for the kids to keep them busy while we wait - love that! read more

Fat Albert's Waffle Bar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Terrible. We were robbed. Fake syrup, waffle mix from a box/you can make better from scratch at home. Toppings for savory were tiny so you are left with a dry waffle. Such a disappointment. Wanted to treat ourselves to the rare event of eating out for breakfast and we left hungry and $80 less in our pockets. read more

Food Service Excellent Gr8 Atmosphere! Very Friendly Waitstaff helpful No longer open read more

So Happy Fat Albert's is back! great family run breakfast spot. my grandkids love it as well. so many choices, fun relaxed ambiance, friendly, fast service and love the waffle choices. I recommend the savory waffle bacon and eggs. the crisp bacon is in the batter! yum. My family likes the sweet waffles. read more

We were excited to try the new waffle concept, but I am not sure we will go back. The waffles were fine but without any sides available to order (please bring back bacon, fruit, sausage, etc!), it didn't seem to make sense to not just make waffles at home. Everyone there was very nice and we loved the older version of this place, but this new concept just didn't make spending money out to eat worth it. I wish them luck as we have missed this restaurant, and hope they might reconsider the slimmed down menu! read more

The takeout food is decent...most takeout misses the mark vs eat-in...such is the condition we face these days. Huge issues being cash only ...in a covid world? Being cash only makes me wonder if they are being straight-up with their tax reporting? I have no insight whatsoever, but it makes me wonder about other elements of their operation. read more

First off, the foods alright. Nothing to really write home about. Their home brown potatoes are literally just cooked potatoes. ZERO seasoning. Also, look at my avocado in my omelette. There's a reason they buried it under the omelette. I wish businesses would just be honest. They could have just said hey our avocados suck today, get something else. Especially when they charge so much for it. That would have been fine with me. Pancakes are decent. But when they run their business without honesty about what they're serving, I won't be giving them money again. ‍ read more

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This is a quaint little restaurant, it doesn't have much seating but it's worth waiting for. I ordered the lickity split and the hubs got the garbage grinder. Both came out Hot and fresh. They have an open kitchen so you can watch them prep and cook which is really neat. The decor is perfect for the interior they have empty frames on the wall that they fill with pictures drawn by customers, would love to stop back in again when I'm in the neighborhood. read more

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When I stopped in for breakfast, I found Fat Albert's to be quaint, comfy and affordable. They have the BEST pumpkin pancake I've ever had. I even tried to replicate it at home, and couldn't. ...I'm actually kind of shocked to see the low ratings, and I'm glad I didn't see them before I came in, because I would have missed a great opportunity to support a yummy place in Sellwood. read more

Ignore the left wing covid Karen's. This is an old school throwback cafe with low prices and basic good breakfasts. If your looking for Marionberry green chai infused quiche served with a bad attitude server in a bee-keeper hazmat suit than go somewhere else. read more

Good food and great service. There was no wait for seating, our order was taken shortly after being seated, and we didn't have to wait long for our meal. Because it's a small place with narrow space, my husband, who is a tall and broad person, felt somewhat cramped. They are a cash only establishment so make sure you're prepared. read more

I'm totally fine with cash only, but please either post this clearly (front window?) or tell us before ordering. We found out when it was time to pay, and the bill was $32 including tip. Pricy for what we ordered, I think. The food was good. The pumpkin pancakes are delicious, not too sweet and fluffy and flavorful. The iced tea was especially good, it's hard to find good iced tea in Oregon so yay for that. The restaurant is cozy and rustic. Their jam appeared to be homemade and very tasty. Our server was pleasant. We likely won't be back, but glad we checked the place out. Next time we'll go to a place where cards are accepted. read more

I'm not sure I understand all the reviews here. People are complaining about being rushed at a small, family owned diner. Their business depends on people being moved in and out. When a small diner is popular - that's what happens. I digress. Fat Alberts works because it has a small-town diner feel in the middle of Southeast. People aren't pretentious, decorations are children's drawings, you'll always recognize the same servers, and the sole object is to get you seated, fed, and out. Don't come here expecting gourmet food - it's very homestyle. The menu selection is limited - but the selection that does exist will suit the needs of all patrons. The food is why I love this joint. It's fresh, local, tastes fantastic. If you order an omelette with avocado - you get almost an entire avocado. If you order biscuits with gravy, they don't hesitate to pile the gravy in absurd quantity. You can get ingredients on the side, customize, etc. If you order biscuits and gravy, and want MORE gravy, just ask for it. The service - feels like you're in mom's kitchen and you had better get out of the way or be run over! The staff is busy and frantic, but your coffee will never be left empty and your food will come fast. The one dish I always order is the Kim's Fave. 3 egg omelette, tons of avocado, fresh bacon, cheddar cheese, and I always get the fresh salsa and sour cream on top (it actually comes on the side and you can dish it to your own desires). Always get the homestyle potatoes. The hashbrowns are good - but the homestyle is better. The homemade biscuits are huge, fluffy, and have just the right amount of crumble. Schmear some of that fresh Oregon jam on them, mmmmmm. DO NOT GET THE TOAST. ONLY GET THE BISCUIT. Trust me on this one. :-) I've had some of the best pancakes of my life here. They were ENORMOUS and fluffy and perfect. Fresh 100% maple syrup and butter to top - I'm making myself hungry. The coffee is refilled very often and tastes decent enough. No Stumptown, but not bad at all. The bacon in the omelettes is great, bacon on the side is decent - if you like it crispy (I do). I've seen my buddy order the oatmeal, it looked good. The wait is typical for a small diner that's packed. There's one community table, about 5-6 side tables, and the bar. I haven't tried the specials, though they never seem to change. The only downside is that this place doesn't take cards - cash or check only. Though a Bank of America, Wellsfargo, and a few others are in a 1 block walk. read more

Fat Albert's Waffle Bar - Pancakes and Eggs and Bacon with a Kim's Fave in the Background - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Each time I eat here it feels like it's getting a little bit worse. Their food always taste a little off somehow. I always get it to go so can't comment on their atmosphere or service. Biscuits and gravy is prob the best thing I had here, but prob my least favorite out of all the places I've had them. Their French Toast I had today was.. eggy. Smelt amazing! But tasted more like egg than anything else, and didn't have much of any other taste to it. It left a bad after taste and it if wasn't for the strong, sweet, sticky syrup - there is no way I would have eaten it. I keep going back thinking they will get better but, I don't think I will again. read more

Fat Albert's Waffle Bar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Wow! I literally walked the 2 car lengths from my parking spot to the door just as soon as they lit the OPEN sign and there were already three people sitting at the counter when I walked in. That ought to tell you something about the place. It reminds me of a comfortable old diner with the counter running down the center of the space, overlooking the open kitchen. The tables and chairs are a mismatched combination of very serviceable relics. Best of all, regular sugar dispensers, those little silver creamer pitchers and jars of jam on each table. I don't need no stinkin' individual packets of sugar, creamer, and jam! I went with the Garbage Grinder omelet and was not disappointed. 3 eggs filled with sausage, ham, bacon, tomatoes, onions, mushrooms and two kinds of cheese. Just to push it over the top, it is smothered in country gravy. Believe me, this was enough for two people. Instead, the half I didn't eat will be lunch later today. I would have given 4 stars but for the weak coffee and very blonde potatoes. Not sure which 'local coffee roaster' they buy from, but I'm guessing they aren't adding enough grounds to brew a good cuppa. And the potatoes might have been the case of Georgie trying to get the food out fast. I could have used just a tad more browning on mine though and would gladly have waited a few more minutes. If that's the worst thing I ever experience with a breakfast joint, I'll still leave with a smile on my face. read more

Fat Albert's Waffle Bar - Garbage Grinder omelet. Yummy! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This cute and cozy cafe has delicious food, you must try their pancakes they were so delicious! The staff talked to us like we were old friends, we felt very "at home" and this was our first time eating here! We will definitely be back! read more

Great service, food and value. Family friendly but tiny inside. There could be a wait.

Can't miss with Fat Albert's. If Bill Cosby could deliver like Fat Albert's he wouldn't be in such a fix. Never had a bad meal. Great value. And fast service. Love F A's. read more

I have wanted to come in here for so long. I also applaud the cash only. I love places that put the bankster in their spot. The bread was stellar. but your not getting a five or four star for several reasons. I sat outside / cause the place was full. I can't sit at the bar cause of a leg injury, so outside I went. I wasn't greeted with water / dunno if this is policy, but I run a restaurant with outdoor seating, and on a 100 degree day? we bring water. I got a cup of coffee... then asked for water and orange juice, which came, but nary an offer to refill water or coffee. and I'm thirsty / and no busser to be found. no utensils either. I ordered the chicken fried steak. That looked so good, and was so bland. season the meat people, and season your gravy. I ate my eggs, some potatoes, and half the chicken steak after I looked hard for something to flavor it with. I settled for tabasco. btw, food delivered with only a knife. epic fail. there are ways to get around this / it would help if there was a sign that said come serve yourself if you need these things. then the bee's came. some small talk by the waitress which I wasn't sure if I was being scolded, or laughed at. either way, I left my food at the table, sat in the chair, and waited for her to bring me the ticket. much to learn here people. help an outside patron out would ya? I ate down the street and had none of these issues outside. read more

I've been wanting to come here for a while now and I'm super disappointed. Our food took forever to come out and once it did it was not worth the wait. They didn't bring our today with our meal and we've been waiting over 10 minutes and still no toast but the worst part is how burnt my chicken fried steak is. It's black! Frigging nasty! read more

Fat Albert's Waffle Bar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Great little breakfast restaurant. No frills or great ambiance but quick and delicious. I had the eggs Benedict which was a special and not on their regular menu. However, as an eggs beni connoisseur I thought their hollandaise was one of the best I've had. Not to lemony with enough cayenne to give it a little bit of spice. Excellent so if they have it when you go I recommend it. My dad had the chicken fried steak and he at the whole thing so I guess it was good ;) read more

Fat Albert's Waffle Bar - Eggs Benedict special - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Bland food. Weird, rushed, anxious service. Cash only with no clear signs. Not particularly sanitary. There's just better options out there, don't bother with this place. read more

I thought this place was ok for breakfast, but it annoys me they don't take credit cards still. Argh. The parking is difficult, and as others have said, it's a tad expensive. It's pretty small, it has a funky vibe, and it definitely has regulars. One time we were here there was an older gentleman playing harmonica at the counter, which started out kind of cool but went on too long and was too loud for a small place. The other people there didn't seem to mind it. We didn't go back for while. It bugged us that we couldn't hear ourselves talk. The last time we were in, we shared an omelet and kiddo had scrambled eggs and toast. Everything tasted pretty good, but it wasn't special. It was adequate, maybe a bit more than that. The coffee was good. read more

I love this place and don't understand some of the other reviews. Great food , and yes, it's a hole in the wall so it can get busy, but hey, patience is a virtue. All the staff are super friendly, the cook is on point and when I go in which is early , say 7a, I have food within 5 minutes. They have great french toast , great breakfast burritos, the best biscuits and gravy. If you're a super picky or super impatient bastwad , here's a thought ..hit the stove and make some food at home No? Dont know how to operate a stove? Then be patient, the wait is worth it! read more

Everyone was really nice and the portions were a good size for a good price! Bathroom is clean but a little dingy.

The absolute BEST breakfast burrito in Portland. Every bite is perfect and big which makes it the perfect meal for 2. Put this on your list!! read more

I'm not sure why the mixed reviews. I've been here a couple times for both eat in and to go. Every time has been great. I really like the owners and the staff who work here! Good food and huge portions. Highly recommend! read more

I don't know why someone would complain about cash only with a bank literally next door! This place had great food and lots of it. The prices were fair for some home like cooking. Toast was made with bread from Grand Central Bakery!The service was personal and we felt like regulars. Coffee was excellent and they had real fresh cream to go with it. Come during the week, we had no problems getting seated. read more

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My mom and I have been going here for years. We live about 5 minutes away via car. Going to Fat Albert's is always a treat. The food is fantastic, and the staff are friendly. We've gone so many times that one of the staff members always remembers my order even though we don't come in on a regular basis. I have yet to come across a meal I don't like. We like taking our friends here for breakfast. It is located right in the heart of West Moreland (West Moreland is right next to Sellwood). My only complaint is that Fat Albert's location is pretty small. On busy mornings you have to wait a bit since there's only a few tables and a few seats at the counter. There's a relatively large communal table at the front of the restaurant. The small size of the restaurant/cafe is why I'm giving Fat Albert's 4 stars instead of 5 stars. read more

Quintessential breakfast dinner. I am always met with friendly staff. Food comes out hot, and exactly as i ordered it. The customers are also the friendliest as we often sit at the community table and always have a good conversation. Definitely a go to breakfast spot in Sellwood. read more

Don't go to Fat Albert's expecting to be coddled, this is a plain and simple diner with the same staff for at least the last 4 years I've been a customer. Here's how the process works: Go in. (Expect to wait if it's a weekend.) Order. (Kim's Fave Omlette with sour cream and salsa is my "standard.") Eat. Pay with cash. And then go. The sign clearly states "No camping." And that's just fine by me. read more

I was sad to be unimpressed with Fat Albert's, especially because it is within easy walking distance to my apartment.... perfect for a weekend morning stroll for breakfast. I have no problem waiting for good food and good service, however the morning that I went the food was mediocre and the service was CRAP. We felt like an imposition just being there. You're busy. Fine. Great, whatever. But don't huff and puff when you HAVE to come take my order. I mean, that IS what you do, right? By the end of the experience, she had warmed up slightly. Almost enough for me to feel bad about my previous frustration.... but not quite. My suggestion, go on a weekday morning if it's close-by and convenient. Otherwise get yourself over to one of Portland's hundreds of great breakfast places. read more

Never disappoints. My family and I have been there several times. The longest wait time we experienced was maybe 10 mins. Good food, friendly staff. read more

Been to FA about six times over the years and each experience is the same. An interesting menu, fresh food, Bohemian decorative style, and located in a nice area surrounded by charming houses and shops. The downside to the positives; small/cramped, long wait, pricing could be slightly better, but more importantly, vanilla/don`t really care service. The service is the big downfall of this restaurant; it`s very reminiscent of a truck stop diner, only with a NW dress code. In their defense there was one time I ordered an omelette they screwed up and the manager took care of it right away; but on the other side of the coin you could tip them $20.00 and they`d still shrug their shoulders as if you`d given them a nickel; and that bothers me. If you`re not bothered by that kind of attitude, then welcome to Fat Alberts` and I`m sure you`ll enjoy the food/experience; but if you prefer to be treated like a human being and not what feels like a piece of crap for coming there, then avoid and find another place to spend your money and graciousness on. 3 out of 5 for the positives. PS I recommend the Yuppie, Garbage Grinder, or Breakfast Burrito if you do go. read more

This place is alright. It's a nice place to go to when not overly crowded. I get the bacon eggs and hash. When the room gets a little crowded, the hash portions get a little less well-cooked and bit smaller in portion size. read more

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