Some mornings you wake up with a craving so powerful it would drive you across state lines – that’s exactly the kind of magnetic pull Mike’s City Diner in Boston’s South End has on breakfast enthusiasts throughout New England.
This unassuming brick storefront on Washington Street houses breakfast magic so compelling that people regularly make the journey from Rhode Island, New Hampshire, and beyond just for a taste of their legendary home fries.
In a city filled with historic sites and culinary landmarks, this diner stands out as a destination worthy of its own special trip.
Let me walk you through why this beloved Massachusetts breakfast institution deserves a prominent spot on your culinary bucket list – and why you might find yourself planning a return journey before you’ve even paid the check…