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    The Brothers Cafe

    3.9 (27 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Country Fried Steak Gravy was quite thick
    Jakesa T.

    I think this is a newer place in South Minneapolis, that was easy to find. It is a large enough space with plenty of seating, with sort of antique like decor. You can see the kitchen right when you walk in and the cooks had smiles on their face greeting customers. They have a fairly large menu with all day breakfast and some lunch options, lots of variety to satisfy just about anyone. The server was also friendly. I will say it took a little longer than expected to get our food, but it ended up being OK. Prices are what you would expect for a diner. There is no parking lot but a fair amount of free street parking. They also have a few outside tables as well

    How about some attention to detail? The money grabber thingy falling apart.
    Burton Z.

    The Brothers Café, despite its friendly staff, falls short in several areas. The decor lacks comfort, and the food and coffee consistently disappoint. On multiple occasions, my orders were incorrect or frankly inedible, and the apologies didn't make up for the subpar experience. While the french fries were admittedly ok (unseasoned but fine, fresh and crispy), the lackluster truck stop coffee, soggy BLT, and oddball fish sandwich all left me completely unsatisfied. Even the hash browns missed the mark with their mushiness and weird taste of something left on the grill. But what truly baffled me was their consistent lack of effort to make things right. Twice out of three visits, I pushed my plate aside, barely touching anything. Instead of offering to fix the issues or take something off the tab, the servers simply apologized and retreated with my fullish plates, bill in tow. On one occasion, eggs arrived without the cheese option that was discussed, and when I finally flagged down that server, they apologized profusely for not writing down my order correctly. But here's the thing: an apology doesn't replace a meal. Eggs are cheap and quick to prepare--why not remake them? Is a happy customer not worth the extra $1 and 5 mintues it would cost them? Apparently not. And no, the restaurant wasn't busy at the time; there were just a few tables occupied, as usual. Yet, the response remained the same: "Sorry, sorry, sorry," and I left hungry and $20 lighter in funds. Honestly, I didn't want to write a negative review for a family-owned business, considered just remaining silent but they had three chances to get it right, and they missed the mark on nearly everything. Food waste and customer money down the drain is no kind of business model! Maybe this warning will save someone else from a similar experience. Perhaps the unfortunately negative reviews might even hasten the inevitable, making way for a new establishment that knows what it's doing and is willing to fit the expectations of the customer. Or maybe I'm just screaming at clouds and angry at myself for giving them two more chances after that bizarre tasting batterless skin-on fish sandwich (replete with little fishbones!) But my gut tells me that Brothers won't improve. They're obviously thirsty for business (No fewer than 8 pieces of signage announcing they are NOW OPEN outside), yet they've hired inexperienced servers who can't handle issues effectively and a cook who doesn't know a saucepan from a ramekin. The fish sandwich was the only thing I've had there that was actually seasoned, and poorly so (it's not hard: beer batter, salt, pepper, butter, maybe some lemon is how it's typically done, not sandy colored mystery spices) Put plainly, this is a café that lacks passion for food and coffee and it shows. What's the point of an all-day breakfast (and lunch and dinner! Why by the way?) cafe with items devoid of comfort or flavor, no Wi-Fi, dumpster juice coffee, and a depressing and disjointed atmosphere? The Brothers needs a complete Gordon Ramsey level intervention, or they'll be gone soon. And yes, I'm writing this review while hangry! But who is to blame for that?

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    Secret C.

    I thought it was just a breakfast place, a very good one. Boy, was I wrong. Check out their new, glossy menu. Two big pages of goodies! From pancakes and omelets to Delmonico steak and shrimp, this place has a well-chosen selection of tempting treats. Emphasis on American and Mexican breakfasts, American and Italian lunch and dinner. As with my first look, the coffee is hot and good, a light brew. Service is quick and polite. More servers! She said it's getting busy on weekends. Ambiance is same, tho spring approaches. A few stray flakes of snow drift past the huge picture window. Cloudy and brisk. Nice and warm inside. I ordered the pulled pork hash breakfast, adding an order of fries to go. It really does help when the cook is also the owner. These guys groc advanced food prep, including fine slicing onions and green peppers, as well as proper browning of potatoes. Little details separate this place from a Denny's, which otherwise serves adequate food. The Brothers takes you far beyond that. Every penny well spent. Great place to eat...but no Wi-Fi.

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    Food and service were great! It was super warm in the restaurant that day but everything else was really good

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    Food is good and reasonably priced. The service has always been superb. A great neighborhood eatery!

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    7 months ago

    Great people, Great breakfast! Like going back home! I've yet to try a lunch or dinner.

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    The food is good and the people are friendly. I sat outside and enjoyed the warm weather. Breakfast and lunch are both affordable.

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    Newish breakfast and lunch joint. Been here twice now, really reasonable prices, really solid food. Really like their French toast.

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    Great food. Very good service. Cute retro space. I'll definitely return when I'm in the area.

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    Very cute restaurant with great food for a great price. We will be back in the future for sure.

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    It is a very big honor to be able to say I ate here. The food and service were both great and I will definitely come back.

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    WOW. The Breakfast Club absolutely exceeded expectations! From the moment we walked in, the energy…read morewas fun and welcoming. The service was fantastic, with friendly and attentive staff who made sure we had everything we needed. The food was amazing and came out surprisingly fast. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The vibes were upbeat and fun, making it a great spot to catch up with friends or enjoy a weekend brunch. One thing to know is that they don't take reservations, so be prepared to wait during busy times. That said, the experience was well worth it. Great service, amazing food, and a fun atmosphere make The Breakfast Club a spot I'll definitely be returning to!

    Even without a reservation system, joining the waitlist for a smaller party (4 or less) seems to…read moremove pretty fast. I came with some friends for a Sunday morning brunch so we expected a longer wait - it was only about 10-15 minutes which was great. The inside of the restaurant is really cute and there is street parking, albeit difficult to find. I really liked how big the menu was - plenty of options and something for everyone! I ordered the Biscuit Benny and loved it as a take on biscuits and gravy, but with fried chicken instead. I do kind of wish it were the traditional biscuits and gravy style because the fried chicken was a bit tough to cut through. Very tasty though! Some dishes were a bit lackluster - we eat with our eyes and some things didn't look super appetizing. We found ourselves saying "we're glad we didn't order that because it doesn't look very tasty". Next time, I'd order something different even though I'm an eggs benny girl through and through.

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    Came by here while in town for SummerSlam and was not disappointed. The place was packed but didn't…read morehave to wait long to sit. Ended up having the Hen House Omelette which came with chicken sausage, hash browns, caramelized onions, mushrooms, apples, spinach, almonds, and mozzarella topped with béchamel sauce. It was enormous so good and very filling. Also swapped out the toast for a pancake that was really fluffy and also huge. The staff were incredibly friendly as well, and the service was great!

    ​I absolutely love Hen House Eatery! Getting out for brunch is a real treat for my husband and me,…read moreand this is always such a fun outing for us. ​The vibes here are fantastic, but as a gluten-free person, what really makes my tummy happy is that they can make almost anything on their menu GF! For breakfast, I ordered two slices of their cinnamon French toast, served with two eggs and bacon. To drink, I treated myself to a delicious, beautifully layered tiramisu latte. ​Another thing I absolutely love is their grab-and-go bakery case. It is so rare and refreshing to see so many clearly labeled GF treats, like their Lemon Bars and Almond Cheesecake. We couldn't resist taking some goodies to go, so we went home with a lemon bar and one of their GF Fruity Pebbles bars. ​If you're looking for a delicious, incredibly gluten-free friendly brunch spot with a great atmosphere, you have to check this place out!

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    To say I liked The High Hat is a bit of an understatement. Honestly just thinking about it now I'm…read moresad I don't live in MN and can't go back soon, it's really just that good. First of all we found this place on Yelp and landed on it because of the high reviews and how close it was to our airbnb. I was a bit worried about a wait as it looked popular but with two people we were able to get in pretty quick (less than 5 min wait) on a Sunday morning. It was packed though, so there might be a wait. Space is at a premium in this building and despite being a bit crammed in it was still a great experience overall. Honestly everything was wonderful. The server: A+, ambiance: great, food: holy hell it was delicious. I had some sort of benedict that came on cornbread and was paired with some incredible hashbrowns. Chef's kiss. I also ordered a specialty mocha for fun and it also did not disappoint. This place is a slam dunk for breakfast. If you live in the twin cities and you haven't eaten here yet what are you doing!?

    This place is an absolute GEM in the breakfast world. It is the ONLY place in the twin cities, that…read moreI have found, where I can get a great coffee as well as a great breakfast. Every. Single. Time. That doesn't even cover how wonderful the staff there is! Just really great people who are keeping it real. No parties larger than 6, this is a hard rule and needs to be respected. I have seen people argue with the owner. It's a small place and he values his staff so much that he will not opt for income over his staff's mental health or stress level. I admire that so much. All the more reason to take your close friend and enjoy a real down to earth local business!!!

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    This place is conveniently near my favorite massage therapists, so today when I ended up having a…read moresession on an empty stomach, I was ready to eat somewhere closer than home. This is an order at the counter place, but staff is very helpful in explaining how it all works. I got a breakfast burrito and it arrived super fast. It was also big, stuffed full of beans, cheese and hashbrowns, so it kept me full all afternoon. The salsa on the side was tasty and has the kind of heat that sneaks up on you a bit. That just got me to get a glass of water in addition to my coffee, which was excellent. There were lovely looking pastries in the case but I resisted this time. I think there are 3 rooms, lots of wood on the walls and in the booth construction gives it a cozy feel. The all gender bathrooms are spotless.

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    4.1(74 reviews)
    3.0 miDowntown Minneapolis

    Tried it for the first time today after seeing it a few times. I had the Hope Waffle and a nitro…read morecold brew that were kinda good, but definitely not worth the price. The service was fine, and the atmosphere was okay.

    Hope Breakfast Bar is continually one of my favorite places to grab breakfast, and I've now been to…read morefive of their locations. This time our family tried the 5th Avenue Minneapolis location right across from Twins Stadium. Quick tip, park in the garage facing the restaurant on the left side. It's an easy elevator ride up and the signage makes it simple. Matt was our server and did an outstanding job. Great service always makes a difference. Beverage options were excellent too, stuff for everyone, mimosas, specialty coffee drinks, and really solid drip coffee. The menu has a great balance of savory and sweet, so naturally we tried both. We had the breakfast sandwich with sausage, a BLT on a croissant, biscuits and gravy, pancakes with fruit, and a croissant-waffle fusion with lemon and sweet cream. Honestly, everything was delicious. What I appreciate most is the atmosphere. These restaurants just feel comfortable, welcoming, and easy to enjoy with family or friends. I'm excited they're coming to Maple Grove, but I'll still keep visiting the St. Paul, St. Louis Park, and Minneapolis locations too because I want to see our cities and local businesses thrive.

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    Visited 4/11/26. Back at the Kenwood for brunch and it really never disappoints. My sister and I…read moremade a reservation in advance and were seated right away. I never find it too difficult parking in this neighborhood and managed to find street parking fairly easily. On this occasion, I got the huevos rancheros and my sister got à la carte options of an egg and fruit cup, fries, and a pancake to share. Cannot rave enough about the pancakes here and I'm not even a pancake person. Everything else was delicious and special shout out to the kenwood for the complimentary banana bread with the best butter ever. Definitely a worthwhile brunch

    Stopped in after a ride around the Chain of Lakes. Ate outside and it was lovely. When asked for…read morerecommendations, the waiter said that if you loved baloney sandwiches as a child, the TK Mortadella was an upscale version, basically what baloney wished it could be. I have NEVER been a fan of baloney, but something about the way he described it made me want to try it. To be safe, we also ordered a pulled pork sandwich to split both. One ordered fries and one a salad, again, to split. That TK Mortadella was sooo good! Amazing blend of flavors on delicious house-made focaccia. The pulled pork was also good, but when I go again, I'm getting the mortadella. Cute inside, very nice service. Per usual, I forgot to take pix when the food first came out, so don't judge them on presentation. :)

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