Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Band Box Diner

    4.3 (238 reviews)
    Closed • 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Band Box Diner Photos

    Business Info

    BAND BOX DINER ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Divey
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Band Box Diner

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Kevin L.

    Recently moved nearby so figured I'd give it a try. Menu is decently priced and they staff is very friendly. I ordered a cheeseburger with fries, while the burger was great, I'm not a fan of string fries. I prefer regular cut fries. This is my only complaint. I will come back and try the breakfast.

    Cheeseburger and onion rings
    Ben J.

    Doing a live review at the Band Box, my cozy neighborhood diner at South 10th and East 14th Street. Down the street from North Central College. Ordered the cheeseburger (pepper jack cheese) with a side of onion rings (in place of the usual fried onions) and chips). (8) counter stools, (1) 6-top, (2) 4-top tab, and (3) 2-top tables. As I said, it's a cozy place. Cheeseburger was a nice Angus beef patty, fresh lettuce, tomato and onion. I don't do pickles. Onion rings were fresh and nicely fried and crispy, not frozen. Waitress was very friendly and nice. Glad I finally tried the Band Box. It's a 4.5.

    Our most favorite weekend breakfast place. Great service and atmosphere. You still feel part of a family eating there. Food is always great and cooked right in front of you. Try it ! You will not be disappointed.

    Patty melt and the Lil' Buddy

    This is a real diner! Come for the food as well as the show as you watch the grillmaster at work. Sit at the counter to get the real experience of days gone by.

    2 Eggs, American Fries, Meat and Toast
    Shanelle A.

    My son wanted breakfast and we were in the area. Band Box Diner is a small local restaurant. The service was standard. It was uncomfortable due to how cold it was. We packed up and left. Parking is a bit much to find but the building is easily accessible on the corner.

    the front of the restaurant
    Jack G.

    As seen in the mighty ducks movie, this place was delicious! It's exactly what you expect it to be, a delicious Minnesota staple. I had a breakfast sandwich with french toast as the bread. I'm sorry to compare it to McDonald's but it was like their McGriddle but about 1000x better, great breakfast place! Go check out my Instagram at goodeatsminneapolis!

    the menu for the band box

    We've been waiting for this place to reopen since we moved into the neighborhood. The perfect little greasy spoon with GREAT prices! Get there early for brunch, it feels up fast. And it can be pretty hot if you're sitting at the bar (immediately across from the grill). We appreciate the history and quaintness - it fits the neighborhood vibe well.

    Picture on the wall
    Tawanda R.

    TOTALLY a fan! I'm legit driving down Park Avenue craving a blt... I pull over on 9th and Park and pull out my phone and Yelped "BLT's nearest me." Band Box was like the 3rd or 4th option and I wasn't aware they were open that late. I caught them during their last 30 minutes of being open. I skimmed the menu options to find my beloved BLT and saw it for $7... yep! #sevendollarholla (make it go viral lol) I called the number provided on Yelp and spoke with a pleasant young lady and asked if i could place an order for pickup? I got my favorite answer, "yes." Asked for a blt on wheat bread and let her know that I was literally around the corner and on my way. Parking this time of evening was easy... plenty of street parking. Walks in and find this cute little diner. I have driven by 1 Million times literally, have had take out 1x that an old bf, but have never gone in the diner. I've had gf's growing up who lived across the street.. I have just never entered. Ambiance: Such a cute place. There are about 8 tables (out of the 8 like 2 /3 four-seaters. There is also seats at the counter. The grill looked clean, for it to be closing time. Service: Pleasant and I enjoyed the dialogue and friendliness provided by the employees. Food: That BLT hit the SPOT! Only wish i had mayo on BOTH sides of my bread, but I one side was fine. It made my sandwhich pretty. LOL I'll be back!

    See all

    7 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 2
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jason K.
    547
    1952
    1340

    2 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Mike Y.
    1
    324
    1251

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Brian
    0
    17
    7

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Cute old school neighborhood dinner. Friendly fast service. Great cheeseburger and fresh cut French fries, yum!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Dana Z.
    622
    7
    2

    3 years ago

    Band Box Diner is so nostalgic. Good-for-the-soul food, great people and great service. Can't recommend this place enough. 10/10!

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    9 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Great old school diner. Staff was friendly & food was delicious. Possibly best bacon I've ever had.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ruki R.
    1
    143
    0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    9 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jeremy J.
    51
    69
    21

    7 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    13 years ago

    Helpful 8
    Thanks 0
    Love this 6
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Roxanne M.
    156
    22
    41

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    10 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 6

    Ask the Community - Band Box Diner

    Are they closed? I tried calling to no avail, and they haven't updated anything.

    The Band Box Diner is open Wednesday through Saturday 9:00am - 3:00pm. Saturday is 9:00am - 2:00pm. Enjoy!

    Don’t See Your Question? Ask Away!

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Diners 12,946 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    Hi-Lo Diner - Their signature done... may be hard to see but the plate is covered in warm glaze!

    Hi-Lo Diner

    4.0(676 reviews)
    2.8 mi•Longfellow
    •$$

    Always enjoy the patio here, service is always great. Definitely a great place for a family on a…read moreSaturday morning. The food is always good - not knock our socks off great but I appreciate that I know it's going to be a good time. A little over priced for what it is TBH. Love the variety of drinks but the Bloody Mary is so inconsistent in quality.

    We sat outside and the service was great. Unfortunately the price is way too high for what they…read moreserve. I ordered a Denver omelette. The veg was a very not cut correctly: chunks of green bell peppers and over chunky sliced onions that were not cooked through. Please stop being lazy and chop your veg and cook the onion . Green salad was hot Not impressed. And the Bloody Mary mix is sub par. However, the diner is cute and service is good. Second visit: had to sit at counter which is fine. They were busy. The bad: Bloody Mary's were flat and expensive $13 each. No depth of flavor, thought we would give them a second chance. . Ordered croquette madame. Egg was severely undercooked - the egg white was gelatatinous and the bread way too thick, ham fatty and subpar, where were you Béchamel? I took a bite of my breakfast and he hands me a box at the end when I asked for the check--not asking if anything is wrong. Two bites out of the spring mix salad and sandwich. Bloody Mary full. $70 for a salad, madame croquette, slow service which is no problem. It's a tiny diner and around lunch time. No worries there. But uncomfortable dining service because we could feel the tension between the server and bartender. Again for me? NBD but my daughter did not appreciate this. The good: the Mediterranean salad was delicious according to my daughter. She had the same thoughts about the Bloody Marys. Super cute beer backs- pony miller high life. I brought the croque madame home and my son loved it. Went on and on about how amazing it was. In all fairness my adult kids loved their food. He did microwave it to cook the egg through. Yes I know I am picky because I worked in the restaurant industry for over 22 years. And I can make better food at home. I just expect a bit more if I am going to drop $70 for two lunch entrees and two drinks. Not including the tip. Bottom line: I would not go back for this very expensive diner that doesn't know how to properly cook simple things. Or chop veg. Or make a drink.

    Photos
    Hi-Lo Diner
    Hi-Lo Diner - Basic breakfast done perfectly

    Basic breakfast done perfectly

    Hi-Lo Diner - Hi-Ali Diner!

    See all

    Hi-Ali Diner!

    Al's Breakfast - The José

    Al's Breakfast

    4.2(645 reviews)
    1.6 mi•Marcy-Holmes, University
    •$$

    I first went to Al's in the mid-80's, was a regular in the early 90's and early 00's. Hadn't gone…read moreback until recently. Still love this place and am becoming a regular again. I miss the crusty humor of Doug but believe Allison has done a great job (I was actually there on her first day of work!) of keeping the true spirit of Al's alive. They are one of my favorite places for hollandaise sauce!

    Not for the claustrophobic! Also they only take cash or check. Also lots of other things…read more This place is so narrow it's barely three-dimensional. It is the breakfast-diner equivalent of a crowded subway train at rush hour. This place is basically a counter with about a dozen stools, and they serve breakfast staples every morning. There is no room behind the stools, and yet because people think this is a fun experience they wait in a line behind the stools. They sometimes move the stool people to different stools mid-meal to strategically fill stools with the stool-waitbehinders. It is a challenging experience. The food is not good enough to make up for the effort it takes to be here. In the past I've gotten normal, acceptable eggs/bacon meals. This time I got Eggs Benedict with nice, tart sauce. The eggs were a bit overdone, which is fine if you're not someone who likes a runny yolk situation. I also got hash browns which, on their own, tasted like they were steamed in bilge water. Most people probably put lots of ketchup or hot sauce on them. But you're kind of there for the experience. And it is an experience of cramming yourself in with hipsters and tolerating surly cooks who urgently shout to each other - right next to you - about needed ingredients while occasionally shaming you for not waiting in line correctly. The ambiance is not the slightest bit boring. If this review doesn't scare you away you will probably love it.

    Photos
    Al's Breakfast - Love the inclusive atmosphere

    Love the inclusive atmosphere

    Al's Breakfast - Blackberry and chocolate chip flapjack

    Blackberry and chocolate chip flapjack

    Al's Breakfast - Line moves fast and talk about a view lol

    See all

    Line moves fast and talk about a view lol

    Fat Nats Eggs - Hashbrowns

    Fat Nats Eggs

    4.3(689 reviews)
    6.7 mi
    •$$

    We went Yelping for breakfast and were delighted to find Fat Nat's Eggs. It is easy to spot from…read morethe street and there is plenty of parking in the strip mall parking lot. The hostess found us a booth quickly and we were amazed at the wide variety of breakfasts. It had acoustic ceiling tile so even though there were lots of customers chatting away, it was easy to converse in the midst of the happy sound. There were so many themes in the decor: golf, USA, big butts, cooking, and more. It was a visual delight. The servings were tasty and large and who could resist Sammy's Triple Fruit Fritter French Toast? I recommend this diner.

    Fat Nat's Eggs is one of those places where the food is clearly the star of the show. The interior…read morehas a simple, old-school neighborhood diner feel...casual, comfortable, and refreshingly unfussy. You're not coming here for elaborate décor; you're coming here to eat, and they absolutely deliver. I ordered the ABQ Omelette ($16.95) and went all in with both carnitas and chorizo, along with tomatoes, onions, chiles, cilantro and pepper jack cheese, served over two crisp tortillas. I opted for the red Hatch chile sauce, and this was definitely not your ordinary breakfast omelette. The chile had a deep, rich flavor with a surprisingly good kick of spice that made the entire dish stand out. The combination of carnitas and chorizo made it incredibly hearty and packed with flavor. The hash browns deserve some attention too, beautifully crispy and golden on the outside while still tender underneath. Exactly how diner hash browns should be. Overall, Fat Nat's Eggs was a great find. Excellent food, generous portions, real flavor and more spice than I expected from a breakfast spot, in the best possible way. It may look modest when you walk through the door, but don't underestimate what's coming out of the kitchen. Great local breakfast spot. Don't miss out!

    Photos
    Fat Nats Eggs - Inside

    Inside

    Fat Nats Eggs - ABQ Omelette, carnitas and chorizo with tomatoes, onions, chiles, cilantro and pepper jack cheese, served over two crisp tortillas.

    ABQ Omelette, carnitas and chorizo with tomatoes, onions, chiles, cilantro and pepper jack cheese, served over two crisp tortillas.

    Fat Nats Eggs - The entrance featured a red, white, and blue LED "OPEN" sign and the business hours.

    See all

    The entrance featured a red, white, and blue LED "OPEN" sign and the business hours.

    Convention Grill - Regular Homestyle French Fries -regular

    Convention Grill

    3.9(218 reviews)
    4.6 mi
    •$$

    Cute diner setting. Tried their new bkfst. Delicious! I had Avocado Toast with scrambled eggs and…read moreside of greens. Greens were fresh and perfectly dressed. Only thing I would change is to ask for sourdough toast instead. My friend had the frittata which was also delicious. I would highly recommend breakfast here. Our waiter was great, too. Note: Some booths have no seat cushions...hard wood!

    It pains me to write this. I went here for breakfast having been very excited to try it since they…read morebegan breakfast service. There was one other person when I arrived about 9 am. I asked the waitress if they were normally busy and she said usually weekends. I ordered coffee and biscuits with sausage gravy and eggs. Had a discussion with the waitress about whether they could make basted eggs which she thought they could. Shortly afterward she brought out what appeared at first to be a lovely breakfast. Hash browns came with it. These hash browns were spectacular, hot and wonderful. It pains me to say everything else was ice cold: the eggs, biscuits, the gravy, and the six pieces of sausage thrown on top of the biscuits, with none in the actual sauce. The eggs were perfectly cooked but cold. I really don't understand how things were so cold right out of the kitchen. And, obviously, they don't know how to make biscuits and gravy. I told the waitress that everything was cold except the hash browns and she took a few dollars off my bill. She was lovely. We spoke for a few minutes about the old Lincoln Del where she used to work and where I spent so much time in my youth. I boxed up my leftovers, the waitress gave me coffee to go, and I left. I suspect I won't be eating the leftovers. Do I recommend the Convention Grill? Not for breakfast anyway. But would still go for burgers, fries, and malts. They also have a killer egg salad sandwich!

    Photos
    Convention Grill
    Convention Grill
    Convention Grill

    See all

    Hen House Eatery - Avocado coffee

    Hen House Eatery

    4.1(1.5k reviews)
    0.6 mi•Downtown Minneapolis
    •$$

    Great spot for breakfast with an extensive menu including drinks. Decent value, good portions,…read morefriendly service.

    What a fantastic brunch experience at Hen House Eatery! We visited on a busy Sunday without a…read morereservation, fully expecting a long wait, but were pleasantly surprised that we were seated right away at the bar. Such a great start to what turned out to be a wonderful brunch! I ordered a chai with English toffee syrup, and it was absolutely delicious! The English toffee added a lovely sweetness and richness to the chai, making it feel like such a comforting, indulgent treat. Definitely a great option if you're looking to switch up your usual coffee order. The star of the meal, though, was the House Omelette Special. Hands down, this was the best omelet I've had in the Twin Cities! It was perfectly cooked, fluffy, and packed with flavor. There's something special about a well-made omelet that gets all the little things right, and this one absolutely delivered. It was hearty, satisfying, and the kind of brunch dish that makes you want to come back just to order it again. We also tried the Vegetarian Eggs Benedict with vegan sausage, which was delicious! It's always nice to find vegetarian options that feel just as thoughtfully prepared as the classics. The combination made for a hearty, comforting meal, and the vegan sausage was a great addition. Everything had that wonderful homemade quality that made the dish feel less like restaurant food and more like a really good brunch cooked with care. What I loved most about Hen House Eatery was how homely and welcoming the whole experience felt. Despite how busy it was, we never felt rushed, and being seated at the bar turned out to be a perfectly lovely way to enjoy our meal. It's the kind of place that makes brunch feel relaxed, comforting, and genuinely enjoyable. Hen House Eatery has definitely made it onto our Minneapolis brunch list, and I'm already looking forward to coming back. Between the fantastic omelet, delicious chai, and satisfying vegetarian options, there's plenty to love here. Highly recommend for a weekend brunch in Minneapolis! Come hungry, and if the House Omelette Special is on the menu, do yourself a favor and try it.

    Photos
    Hen House Eatery - My favorite saying hahaha

    My favorite saying hahaha

    Hen House Eatery - Chicken Sausage, Cinnamon Whip French Toast and Crab-baby Eggs Benedict.

    Chicken Sausage, Cinnamon Whip French Toast and Crab-baby Eggs Benedict.

    Hen House Eatery - Caramel latte

    See all

    Caramel latte

    Mickey's Diner - One eyed Jack

    Mickey's Diner

    3.5(459 reviews)
    8.2 mi•Downtown St. Paul
    •$$

    Great American-style restaurant! This was our first time dining here while visiting from out of…read morestate and on our way to the Children's Museum. It's affordable, family-friendly, and offers plenty of kid-friendly menu options. The restaurant has a rich history and has even been featured on several television networks and in movies, which adds to its unique charm. The service was extremely friendly, the food was good, and the private parking lot made visiting convenient. The dining atmosphere is unique, with a vintage train car/trailer-style setting that creates a fun and memorable experience. Overall, a great stop for families and visitors looking for good comfort food and a one-of-a-kind dining experience.

    Very bad service, overly expensive diner food…read more We were excited to try out this iconic restaurant while visiting St Paul, but we were quickly disappointed. We arrived and waited for a few minutes. The server eventually came out from the back and told us to sit anywhere. No greeting, no niceties. We skated over to a booth, as the floors had a layer of grime on them and were very slippery. The decorations were very cool. We definitely got the 50s diner vibe. Our server came over and took our order. She had zero personality. There were no introductions and she kept the conversation to one word sentences. She treated us like she'd rather have us leave then stay an eat. We were friendly throughout the dining experience. We did notice that the server was very pleasant with the other staff and all the male patrons, calling them "hon" and asking them if they need anything else. She did not extend any of these courtesies to our table of two women. It was bizarre and completely ruined our final experience in St. Paul. The food was overly expensive for very so-so diner food. The sausage patties were dried out. The eggs were overcooked. The rest was just fine, but not worth the price of over $40 for two basic meals (during the early bird time period) and two coffees. Lastly, it seemed like the smoke from the flat top was vented, but there was a smell of old cooking oil lingering in the restaurant. The whole experience was not good. It was one of the worst dining experiences we've had, and we do not expect or require a lot. We make no alterations to our food and we're friendly diners and tip well. This was a huge disappointment.

    Photos
    Mickey's Diner
    Mickey's Diner - Omelet

    Omelet

    Mickey's Diner - Mickey's Diner

    See all

    Mickey's Diner

    Band Box Diner - diners - Updated September 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...