Minnesota mornings just hit differently when there’s a tall stack of golden pancakes waiting at a cozy diner counter.
Across the state, locals wake up early and drive miles for the kind of breakfast that feels like a warm hug on a cold day.
From flapjacks that spill over the plate to butter melting in perfect swirls, these diners have turned breakfast into a full-on tradition that’s worth every forkful and every mile.
1. Al’s Breakfast — Minneapolis
Squeezing into Al’s Breakfast feels like stepping into a time machine that runs on butter and maple syrup…