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One of the best breakfast spots in Buffalo. Solid options throughout the menu; I had the breakfast burrito on this visit and it was very tasty. A little small but full of flavor. I also love how crispy the potatoes were. Service was excellent. The waitress probably poured me 10 cups of coffee, which I appreciated!
Small diner, big portions! You'll leave happy and satisfied. Here's what we ordered: - 2 eggs, home fries and toast with bacon - The rooster: 3 egg omelet filled with a serving of corned beef hash and cheddar served on rye toast, topped with hollandaise and a splash of sriracha served with home fries Everything is straight forward and delicious. I recommend coming for a quick bite if you're around. The service was fast and food is made with love.
Came here for a quick breakfast. I had The Rooster and it was delicious! My server was very friendly and welcoming. Very clean and well maintained cozy diner.
On a healthy journey so I switched it up today. Veggie omlet, with feta, no mushroom. 10 out of 10! Chef My hubby got the eggs benedict and it never disappoints! The hollandaise was steamy and flavorful but not too heavy. Friendly Service, kept the coffee flowing and hot. Best breakfast place in Buffalo.
Believe the reviews. This place is incredible. I was visiting my daughter when we were trying to decide where to go to breakfast. I wanted to try something new this time around. She picked Bertha's. I guess we came at the right time, midweek...mid-morning, no wait. Yes, it is small. Yes, it has a cool vibe. Yes, the food was amazing. I ordered a pepperoni & cheese over eggs breakfast and it was outstanding. My daughter ordered biscuits & gravy and I want to tell you, that was some of the best gravy on a biscuit I've ever had. So delicious. My cup of coffee was never empty, despite business picking up and the one server in constant motion. Don't skip Bertha's. This is a gem. I can't wait to revisit on an upcoming visit.
A fun little diner on Hertel! The staff were very friendly and the food was delicious. Our portions were also huge! The chocolate chip pancakes were thick and fluffy and the home fries were some of the crispiest I've ever had. If you're looking for a classic diner experience in Buffalo, check out Bertha's!
Classic diner in the middle of the heart of restaurant row of Hertel Ave. The food is consistently tasty, portion size is more than generous, and staff is always so kind and welcoming. Whether you're looking for brunch with your family, or a destination with friends, or your significant other, its worth the trip! Couple quick points: Best pancakes in Buffalo (my kids love 'em, I steal bites) The Rooster is a perfect flavor combination, if you like some spice. Cash only, so be ready. Sunday mornings, there is a wait for a table by 9am, at the latest. Plan accordingly!
biscuits and gravy w an overeasy egg and home fries. Was excellent, cooked perfectly and served hot! Highly recommend with the high test coffee! Yumba
Came in for breakfast with a table for 7. There is only one table in the joint big enough for more than 4 - fyi. Once we were seated, both waitresses attended to us in a friendly manner. We ordered and waited a fair amount of time, but it was worth it. The food was amazing. The breakfast burrito was perfect, the pancakes fluffy, the home fries seasoned with love and the eggs - omg the eggs were so whipped and fluffy they melted in your mouth. The over all experience was 5 stars all around. Even the long trek to the bathroom was enjoyable LOL *** great iced tea!
Revisiting after a long while for an early breakfast. Got there just before the wait and it was hopping! I love the coffee here and the refills were plentiful. Maybe because the wait seemed long. Totally worth it though. My only disappointment is the chicken and waffles now is made with chicken strips. I'm a fan of the bone in they use to serve so, I went with the Rooster omelet with rye bread and hashbrowns instead and loved it. Their cb hash is dynamite! I wasn't sure I'd dig the hollandaise sauce but that was perfect on this omelet. Great breakfast and an awesome server too!
What an adorable hidden gem! Believe the reviews everyone, this place is wonderful. Very friendly staff, a quaint atmosphere (absolutely love the painting of their bar on the wall, makes me think they're very proud of the work they do), and the FOOD. I just got a breakfast platter with pancakes, eggs and bacon, but the pancakes were delicious (barely needed to put syrup on 'em) and the bacon and eggs were cooked beautifully (the amount of times I've had overcooked over-easy eggs not here though!). I will absolutely be coming back here!
Cute little diner! I got the breakfast garbage plate and it was good! I added my own salt and pepper to my taste. The waitress was amazing. Small and quaint place.
When you hear the expression, "[Fill in the blank] was worth the wait," you can pick any item off the menu at Bertha's and fill in that blank. We came for the first time on a Saturday morning and were lucky to get a table for two without having to wait. It was the only open table so we counted ourselves fortunate. To make a long story short, we waited over an hour to get our food, and when it finally came out, there's that moment when your brain makes the split second decision as the food comes towards the table whether it was worth the wait or not. The plating here isn't fancy, but I'll say it like this: the food is plated the way that perfectly prepared diner food is plated. The look of the food at the plate gives you that immediate sense of comfort and satisfaction. One bite of the potatoes and we literally looked at each other and said, "I'd wait an hour for these potatoes." The ambience was great. The service was great. The food was great. The coffee was satisfactory. They don't take cards, but they take cash and Venmo, so we opted for Venmo and that was very easy. Overall, cannot recommend enough. I will say, don't go during prime time and expect to be in and out quickly. Eating here is about the experience and some experiences take time. Enjoy!
I got to the North Park Theatre an hour too early. Since Bertha's is right next door and I was hungry, I stopped in for a bite to eat in a very traditional diner setting. Feeling adventurous, I chose a sort of burrito but with an egg outer wrap surrounding a sort of mushroom and pepper omlet filling. This was served on a bed of lettuce with Canadian bacon slides on top. Wow was this good! Service was great, too. This restaurant is on bus routes #23 and #11. read more
While in the city on an extremely icy morning, we decided to find some breakfast nearby. Upon looking at Yelp, this place was one we hadn't tried before. We walked in and was seated immediately. The staff was friendly and efficient. I loved how classic and authentic this diner felt. Also, the prices were very reasonable. I was very fond of my breakfast, which included eggs with pepperoni, home fries, and toast. Our waitress did a good job filling our coffee too. On a side note, it was like going through a maze to use their restroom as you had to follow red arrows through two flights, but it was an adventure I did not mind. I would definitely consider coming back! read more
One of the best breakfast spots in Buffalo. Solid options throughout the menu; I had the breakfast burrito on this visit and it was very tasty. A little small but full of flavor. I also love how crispy the potatoes were. Service was excellent. The waitress probably poured me 10 cups of coffee, which I appreciated! read more
Small diner, big portions! You'll leave happy and satisfied. Here's what we ordered: - 2 eggs, home fries and toast with bacon - The rooster: 3 egg omelet filled with a serving of corned beef hash and cheddar served on rye toast, topped with hollandaise and a splash of sriracha served with home fries Everything is straight forward and delicious. I recommend coming for a quick bite if you're around. The service was fast and food is made with love. read more
1 year ago
Came here for a quick breakfast. I had The Rooster and it was delicious! My server was very friendly and welcoming. Very clean and well maintained cozy diner. read more
1 year ago
On a healthy journey so I switched it up today. Veggie omlet, with feta, no mushroom. 10 out of 10! Chef My hubby got the eggs benedict and it never disappoints! The hollandaise was steamy and flavorful but not too heavy. Friendly Service, kept the coffee flowing and hot. Best breakfast place in Buffalo. read more
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Believe the reviews. This place is incredible. I was visiting my daughter when we were trying to decide where to go to breakfast. I wanted to try something new this time around. She picked Bertha's. I guess we came at the right time, midweek...mid-morning, no wait. Yes, it is small. Yes, it has a cool vibe. Yes, the food was amazing. I ordered a pepperoni & cheese over eggs breakfast and it was outstanding. My daughter ordered biscuits & gravy and I want to tell you, that was some of the best gravy on a biscuit I've ever had. So delicious. My cup of coffee was never empty, despite business picking up and the one server in constant motion. Don't skip Bertha's. This is a gem. I can't wait to revisit on an upcoming visit. read more
1 year ago
A fun little diner on Hertel! The staff were very friendly and the food was delicious. Our portions were also huge! The chocolate chip pancakes were thick and fluffy and the home fries were some of the crispiest I've ever had. If you're looking for a classic diner experience in Buffalo, check out Bertha's! read more
1 year ago
Classic diner in the middle of the heart of restaurant row of Hertel Ave. The food is consistently tasty, portion size is more than generous, and staff is always so kind and welcoming. Whether you're looking for brunch with your family, or a destination with friends, or your significant other, its worth the trip! Couple quick points: Best pancakes in Buffalo (my kids love 'em, I steal bites) The Rooster is a perfect flavor combination, if you like some spice. Cash only, so be ready. Sunday mornings, there is a wait for a table by 9am, at the latest. Plan accordingly! read more
11 months ago
Came in for breakfast with a table for 7. There is only one table in the joint big enough for more than 4 - fyi. Once we were seated, both waitresses attended to us in a friendly manner. We ordered and waited a fair amount of time, but it was worth it. The food was amazing. The breakfast burrito was perfect, the pancakes fluffy, the home fries seasoned with love and the eggs - omg the eggs were so whipped and fluffy they melted in your mouth. The over all experience was 5 stars all around. Even the long trek to the bathroom was enjoyable LOL *** great iced tea! read more
Revisiting after a long while for an early breakfast. Got there just before the wait and it was hopping! I love the coffee here and the refills were plentiful. Maybe because the wait seemed long. Totally worth it though. My only disappointment is the chicken and waffles now is made with chicken strips. I'm a fan of the bone in they use to serve so, I went with the Rooster omelet with rye bread and hashbrowns instead and loved it. Their cb hash is dynamite! I wasn't sure I'd dig the hollandaise sauce but that was perfect on this omelet. Great breakfast and an awesome server too! read more
2 years ago
What an adorable hidden gem! Believe the reviews everyone, this place is wonderful. Very friendly staff, a quaint atmosphere (absolutely love the painting of their bar on the wall, makes me think they're very proud of the work they do), and the FOOD. I just got a breakfast platter with pancakes, eggs and bacon, but the pancakes were delicious (barely needed to put syrup on 'em) and the bacon and eggs were cooked beautifully (the amount of times I've had overcooked over-easy eggs not here though!). I will absolutely be coming back here! read more
2 years ago
When you hear the expression, "[Fill in the blank] was worth the wait," you can pick any item off the menu at Bertha's and fill in that blank. We came for the first time on a Saturday morning and were lucky to get a table for two without having to wait. It was the only open table so we counted ourselves fortunate. To make a long story short, we waited over an hour to get our food, and when it finally came out, there's that moment when your brain makes the split second decision as the food comes towards the table whether it was worth the wait or not. The plating here isn't fancy, but I'll say it like this: the food is plated the way that perfectly prepared diner food is plated. The look of the food at the plate gives you that immediate sense of comfort and satisfaction. One bite of the potatoes and we literally looked at each other and said, "I'd wait an hour for these potatoes." The ambience was great. The service was great. The food was great. The coffee was satisfactory. They don't take cards, but they take cash and Venmo, so we opted for Venmo and that was very easy. Overall, cannot recommend enough. I will say, don't go during prime time and expect to be in and out quickly. Eating here is about the experience and some experiences take time. Enjoy! read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
Food at Bertha's is always amazing! It actually is the highlight to my weekend. I have it scheduled to go every other weekend because if I don't get my fixings enough my week is terrible! Beeyah is amazing, so quick and friendly. Love catching up with her every time I'm in there. Every affordable and gives old school diner vibes and super clean. read more
5 years ago
Nice place to have a huuuuuge delicious breakfast! Great portion for the price value and yummy! Very nice service, friendly and a feel of mom's kitchen. We recommend it! read more
1 year ago
We wanted to try something new for breakfast this morning and with the aid of Yelp, we came up with Bertha's. Located on the heart of Hertel next to North Park theatre, Bertha's is a pretty small but nice stop for breakfast. We got seated and got our order in fairly quickly. I was wanting to get biscuits and gravy, however they were out of biscuits, so I ended up with something called the backwoods which is sausage, eggs, and gravy on a Belgian waffle. The food came out pretty quickly while we worked on our drinks. The meal ended up being something of a mixed bag. The potatoes that come on the side of the meal were the star of the show. Honestly, they may have been the best I've ever had. I love a breakfast potato but nothing ruins it faster than when they are undercooked/soggy. These were super crispy and seasoned - I can't say enough good about them. The main dish itself was a little underwhelming but still pretty decent, mainly in that the Gravy wasn't as flavorful as I would have liked. Also the waffle tasted like it may have had vanilla in it, which would be cool in a normal Belgian waffle but it felt strange considering the savory toppings. Overall it was an enjoyable meal and I would go back again in the future to explore more of the menu. read more
Betha's is everything you could want in a diner! Our group of 8 got there a little after 9am on a Monday morning and it was a good thing we were early because the place was pretty crowded by the time we left! They really only have one large table and it can only comfortably fit 6. Service was prompt and our food came out quickly. You can watch it all made just on the other side of the counter. The super fried chicken and waffles was so worth it. You'll get three pieces of chicken - a breast piece, a wing and a drumstick even though it only says two on the menu. The waffle is large and fluffy and you can order the eggs in any style you like. They were out of the gravy that typically comes with it, but I was perfectly happy with syrup. There is parking on the street right out front, you'll just pay at the station. This place is cash only, but they do have an atm inside. The bathroom is a little sketch, you have to walk a bit to get to it. Don't forget to visit some of the murals lining the alley of the street while you're here! read more
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Cute little joint on Hertel. Food was amazing. Best hollandaise sauce I've ever had! Food takes awhile, but there's only 1 cook I think. read more
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I totally see why this place was packed the whole time we were there. The pancakes were HUGE! I didn't have them but they looked amazing and seriously, one order is more than enough for 2-3 people. I had the chicken and waffles with the sweet gravy. Not bad! The waffle was delicious and the gravy was great; but while the chicken was fried well, it didn't have much taste. But those home fries?! Those home fries?! PERFECTION. Super crispy on the outside and seasoned perfectly. It also came with eggs, which I didn't eat much of. My date's pancakes came with bacon, which I intended to try, but it was a bit overdone for my taste. The staff were friendly and the vibe was very cozy. Beware... seating was quite limited so if you're coming in with a large party it can be a struggle. Also, I was surprised to find out they didn't take cards but they do have an ATM on site (with a $2.95 fee ). All things considered, I would absolutely go back in the future. read more
Always looking for cheap breakfast eats and new places to dive. Found this place on Yelp, in the "top ten" section. This restaurant is very tiny, so I wouldn't recommend going with a large group unless you go later in the day, when the restaurant is less crowded. We went on a Sunday afternoon for a late breakfast, and the place was packed. We waited about 5-10 minutes to be seated, and our waitress greeted us right away. I had to try the "grilled blueberry banana bread" after reading the rave reviews, and it did not disappoint. The homemade bread is soft and almost cake like in the middle, oozing with fresh blueberries. The grill char on the outside gives this tasty treat a smoky flavor. I also ordered the "Rooster", mainly because my eyes are bigger than my stomach lol. this restaurant is known for their corned beef hash, so I had to try it. I didn't know how I would feel about an omelette stuffed with corned beef doused in Hollandaise sauce and sriracha. Seemed like an odd combination, but it was perfect. This omelette is served on top of rye bread which really add to the flavor combination. Pro tip: arrive early, or prepare to wait. They appeared to only have one cook in the kitchen when we there. It took nearly an hour and a a half for our food to arrive because of how busy they were. The wait would not deter me from going back here again. They are also cash only, but there is an ATM in the restaurant read more
5 years ago
A small and attentive little diner tucked away on Hertel next to the theatre. We ordered the Boot Camp and James Dean which came out pretty quickly despite there only being 1 waitress. Their fruits tasted pretty fresh and their waffle lives up to their famous name. The waffle especially had a really nice melted cheese and ham cooked into it that mixed the flavors really well in one bite. We definitely would come here again for a quick bite! read more
I wanted to try a new breakfast place on Saturday and that took me to Bertha's Diner on Hertel! This is a place that I've heard basically nothing about so I went in with nothing more then a yelp page to go off. The place looks like pretty much every single small breakfast place you could think of with white walls and generic things on the walls (not a bad thing, just an observation). The menu here is pretty large and featured pretty much all the things you could possibly be craving for breakfast. I settled on ordering the biscuits and gravy with scrambled eggs and home fries, because I'm a total sucker for anything involving sausage gravy. The food didn't take too long to come out and when it did I was very pleased with my meal. The sausage gravy was tasty, the biscuits were soft and moist thanks to the gravy, the eggs were cooked right, and the home fries had some pretty great hash browns as well, overall a pretty darn good breakfast. I do have one complaint that bugs me about any place that does this, and that's being cash only. It's outdated and all together rude to customers. If I can take 37 different payment options on my iPhone without issue, there's no reason that a business would do something to not accommodate for all of there customers (having an ATM inside does not fix this situation, it just makes people pay a service fee). Again, it's not a customer-friendly decision. Otherwise, I did enjoy my breakfast at Bertha's and even though the cash only thing definitely rubs me the wrong way, I enjoyed my overall experience here. read more
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4 years ago
Well ppl please visit this restaurant and get your eat on. You won't be disappointed. Food comes out nice n hot n fast. This is our second time coming here, worth the drive. Sorry no pictures forgot to take ,food was smelling so good I just started eating. I ordered the Big Breakfast platter, prices are great right along with the food. Love my waitress ,thanks again for good food n service. read more
Delicious and inexpensive! I've lived in north buffalo for over 3 years and finally got the chance to come down to Bertha's and experience the hype firsthand. Service is what you'd come to expect from a diner- efficient and quick moving. Food- although nothing fancy, it's much better than most breakfast spots. The pancakes are the size of a tire off of a smart car(no exaggeration). Cash only, but they have an ATM inside near the front! read more
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1430 Hertel Ave
Buffalo, NY 14216
Hertel Avenue, North Buffalo
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