Solid experience for breakfast. Small diner with friendly staff. It really is a diner so get ready to be taken a bit back in time. We were visiting Ann Arbor and Frank's is right of campus. Breakfast is their game and they've got it down. Many reviews raved about the French toast so we both got it. Meh, it was ok. It has a cinnamon sugar on it but the type of bread is not something we recognized. Scrambled eggs and bacon were great. Cofee could have been better but really fit in with what you'd expect at a diner. Recommend if you are looking for a fulfilling breakfast that won't break the bank. read more

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Frank's is old school. They have been around forever, essentially. (I grew up just past north campus, circa 1980s, when it was half cornfields still, and I attended University of Michigan for a professional degree.) They are the quintessential diner in the perfect college town. I would estimate I've eaten there ten times since, say, 1988. The decor exudes the Go Blue spirit. They also have retro knick knacks: a photo of the Three Stooges in cap and gown, saying "Now what?," a vintage Mountain Dew advertising sign, a Scooby Doo mystery van toy model, etc. But if I gave been there for anything other than breakfast, I have forgotten that. So I associate the place with traditional American fare prepared on a griddle, before you start the workday (or classes). This weekend, my wife and I are passing through town. Last night, she said, where should we eat in the morning. I gave her a few choices. She said, oh, Frank's of course. We had a stranger take a photo of us outside, for old time's sake. I had corned beef hash, two eggs, hash browns, and toast. My wife had pancakes. Both our dishes were large enough for us to request boxes and a bag. We are set for tomorrow. The corned beef was how I like it: it is not some fancy homemade preparation, but the type out of a can, fried up (I would bet it is in fact homemade, but in the style of out of a can, which is even better). The pancakes are exactly as you would imagine if you grew up in the States and have ever eaten at this type of establishment. We noticed they have specialty versions, such as with peanut butter. The patrons are a mix. One table was blue collar rank and file, talking about their union and ensuring folks don't steal their jobs. Another table was four college guys, and of the different backgrounds you would hope (I would anyway) come together as equals on a campus, including white, black, and Asian American. The server was friendly, someone who either loves their job or does such a good job presenting that attitude you want to leave a good tip; the chef also was outgoing. I hope Frank's continues to be around another 40 years. It belongs to a business type that is disappearing everywhere else. read more

Frank's Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Felt like home! Really loved this place. It is a total dive, which adds a lot to the charm of the place. The food was great, served while hot and plenty of food for the price. Everyone's meal was prepared correctly. The service was good and our waitress was very nice and efficient. We all got different meals. I had the french toast, which was excellent and the half order was enough. The bacon was also very good. If I lived in the area, this would be a regular place for me. read more

Frank's Restaurant - French toast and bacon! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

I was seeking a proper Chicago dog. Frank's is close, but not quite right. No Vienna beef dog. Seemed to be a garden variety dog. Little snap to the casing. Down on flavor. Also missing the poppyseed bun. I did like the NY dog. The sauerkraut was sufficiently sauer. Yay! Swift and attentive service. Good sanitation. Oddly quiet for a weekday lunchtime. Will I return? Probably not. Their location is inconvenient for me. If I want a basic dog ... CostCo has a better dog and is a better value. read more

Frank's Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Always enjoyable to have breakfast- lunch at Frank's. Been going there since 1977. You get the full A2 - U of M vibes enjoy!

Food was so amazing I had to go again the next day!! Really chill vibes and cool spot. Small place but big in hospitality! Definitely recommend the pancakes or French toast. read more

This place really needs more attention. Old school diner with great breakfast, friendly people and great prices. In my opinion, this place has the best french toast in Ann Arbor. Worth the try if you are around Ann Arbor I will need to return to try their sandwiches... read more

This restaurant has some of the kindest staff and owners. I work across the street and have seen them continuously go out of their way for their customers. A gem downtown read more

Comfort diner food at a good price. This place is extremely close to campus. My friend & I come here after our morning classes for brunch. The service here is a bit slow. It takes a while for food to come out, especially when the restaurant is packed. The food is how you expect a diner to serve.. fresh toast, pancakes, omelette. If it's not on the menu, you can probably order it & the chef can try to make it for you. The Farmer's omelette is a huge portion plus hash browns and toast for $8.50. Very worth. The French toast is another popular item. You can order half sizes read more

Frank's Restaurant - Farmers omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Old school diner. No frills, good food, good portions, fair prices, and some nice down to earth people. I had the philly cheesesteak. Had the other half for breakfast the next day. I'd eat there often if I lived in Ann Arbor. read more

My first visit. New staff but service was just fine. I went during lunch hours and enjoyed the steak and eggs.

Let me start by saying that the waitress was decent and this rating should not reflect her work ethic. I came here before the University of Michigan game to get some breakfast because I would have 2.5 hours before kickoff (plenty if time to kill before the game) we waited about 10min to get a seat which was ok because it was pretty crowded and the line was out the door. I never have high expectations for hole in the walls so some of the things I could accept as long as the food is good. But when you walk in it smelled like the rag from cleaning the tables. Normally one would rinse it out or change it out. Now for the service.. Bless our waitress because she was decent for handling THE ENTIRE RESTAURANT's Orders. Yes you read that right. There was only one other person helping out with getting the drink orders...which is not a tall task. By her handling such a big work load, we ended up waiting about 20min just to order the food and another 35min to actually get our food. So let's see... 10min waiting for a seat... 20min to order food... and another 35min to wait for our food to come.. 1hr and 5min total before we get to our food. Yea no bueno..at all. And I wanted to excuse it because she was the only one but as a good manager would have someone else helping her get the people in and out. That's actual money/time you are losing. As for the food... I will give it a 3 because my food was prepared correct, but as far as everyone at my table theirs was not. The toast was slightly burnt, they asked for over hard eggs..they came out over easy. This establishment should get more help to manage the amount of people coming in so that the experience will be better. read more

This place is your average breakfast diner. Nothing particularly special about any of the menu items, and it tastes similar to what you might make at home for breakfast. The atmosphere is nostalgic and homey. The prices were a little bit more expensive than I would expect based on how simple the food was. read more

Frank's Restaurant - Eggs, toast, and sausage - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

This is honestly one of the more underrated breakfast locations in Ann Arbor. For its price, the quantity and quality are hard to beat. I've had several of their omelettes and a few of their burgers, and you will definitely have a full meal for less than $10. Highly recommend! read more

Screw the fancy brunches at Sava's or Avalon. Frank's is a classic, greasy spoon, hole-in-the wall diner. The restaurant isn't that big, and it has a lot of small, 2 person seating. However, it never seems to be crowded or have a line forming outside like some other restaurants. Which is surprising, because Frank's probably gives you the most bang for your buck. They don't have fancy breakfasts like eggs benedict or lox bagels, but they do have great classics like french toast, omelettes, and pancakes. I ordered the two eggs and half french toast, which was only $6.50! The french toast was a little unorthodox, as it was covered in cinnamon sugar. They were nice and sweet, and the eggs were cooked perfectly. I was amazed by how empty this place was, and how cheap breakfast was! Everything is under 10 bucks! The service was a little bit slow and impersonal, but food came out so fast and it was definitely good! Somehow Frank's has stayed under the radar, so if you're looking for a quick, delicious brunch, definitely give this place a try -- if you can find it! read more

Frank's Restaurant - 2 eggs and 1/2 French toast (toast not included) -- $6.50 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Treat you like family and the food is fantastic!! Omelette and coffee very good. Bringing a few friends next time

Loved the French toast and sausage. A good breakfast place to go eat or get carry out...

Good food, good people, good prices, and comfy atmosphere. Ordered the farmers omelet with toast. Huge portion with hashbrowns inside the omelet. All for under $10. Finished it up and rolled on outta there straight to bed. Will be back again for some more food items on the menu. Def dig this diner and its staff/chefs. read more

Frank's Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Delicious breakfast! The service was great and the place itself was pleasant and quiet read more

Frank's Restaurant - 2 Eggs with 1/2 Order French Toast 4 Strips of Bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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This place is an excellent, classic diner. Friendly but not overly friendly waitress with talkative cook/owner behind the counter cooking. Known for their pancakes but everything was good, fresh and hot! Huge omelette list. Brewed iced tea and some of the best hash browns I have ever sampled. Prices are moderate but I would recommend it for a real breakfast. This is not a poofy, college town egg white place and don't go hear for gluten free breakfast but it was excellent. read more

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Don't judge a book by its cover. Frank's AA's secret gem. Great, simple, American breakfast for a great price. The french toast is a MUST. The staff is friendly and treats everyone like family. Edit: unfortunately, this review demands an update. The service at frank's has declined. Still great people but they are severely understaffed. It took over 1.25hrs for food. read more

Greasy food, very typical diner in that and in the bare bones atmosphere. I'm not opposed to either. In fact I'm pretty easygoing on both. Where Frank's annoys me is service. You will wait, and wait and wait. Refills on anything but coffee is a pipe dream. Friendliness is apparently not a requirement and if it is dished out from you it will be taken as sarcasm. Maybe it was the day I was in, regardless it does not inspire me to go back. Nothing I ate wowed me and I guess I missed out on the good old day charm. I spent a long time here for a simple repast and it dragged on like a prison sentence. I can get average cheap food elsewhere much faster and with a bit less attitude. Maybe you have to be a A2 native to get it? This is another review of mine from awhile back that I just was utterly uninspired to write. These tell you something. If I let months pass, well you kinda sucked. read more

Very cozy place to have a delicious brunch or breakfast! My bf and I used to come here nearly every single day for a quick breakfast before school. They always give us huge portions of food! The hash browns here are the best I've ever had. They are hand cut, made into a crispy and savory patty. Irresistible! The omelette is also very good (and huge for the price). Overall it's a great place that serves delicious, affordable and fresh American breakfast! read more

Wow!! what an upgrade of a dining experience today!! I was a bit skeptical going to Franks again, 2 of my friends said it was on their bucket list to go on over to Franks - so i gave it another go !! and boy im glad i did! The three of us went for an afternoon brunch - we explained to Paula ( THE BEST WAITRESS- so friendly, patient and helpful ) how we were going to yelp about our experience, and how last time was not the finest for myself. This time we ordered some of the LEGENDARY French Toast yum yum yum!!! it was super good and mushed in your mouth, with a hint of cinnamon perfection. The only downfall is the Syrup -- it came in a little syrup box pack, like ghetto !! Even if this had been the packet syrup but all squirted into a little mug/jar it would have been more visually appealing. It didn't stop us from lathering the french toast in the syrup. One friend of the Gyro with Fries, perfection. One friend got an omelette and i also ordered eggs - everything came out perfectly just as ordered ! coffee and water refills were on key! the chef Jim - and the waitress Paula are brother and sister !! i love that ! such a cute little story. again mad props to the pricing - so reasonable for what you are getting, all of us had meals under $10. seating is great for 1 person at the counter top, theres options for 2 people tables, booth/table seat, and little booths. works for larger parties as well -- comfortable seating.... do have to say a few booths did have duct tape on their seats... maybe its time for a reappolstry but it does run with the greesy spoon diner feel ! love franks for its convience !! its totally a place you want to kick back and talk with your table mates. I spyed on what some other diners were eating - a ruben and some other sort of club - that looks dank too, maybe ill give those a go next timee!! cuz i'd totally go back! :D read more

Waited 1.5 hours for our food, several parties were served before us who came in 30-60 minutes after. Food was great and well-priced.

Frank's Restaurant is a low-key, hole in the wall diner which serves delicious casual breakfast! I ordered the French toast, which was light and fluffy on the inside with a delicate crispiness on the outside, and it quite literally melted in my mouth. The sausages and hash browns were also delicious-- I can't wait to go back! Prices were super reasonable and the service was great. read more

Frank's Restaurant - French Toast, Hashbrowns, Sausage - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Have wanted to eat here for a long time, but have to say I wasn't missing much. Had a mid-morning breakfast yesterday, mushroom-swiss omelette & coffee. Coffee was weak, skunky tasting, and even though the place was almost empty, the counter guy didn't make it back for a refill until the omelette came. The omelette didn't seem so much like an omelette as a pile of sloppily folded scrambled eggs, and halfway through its cooking the cook took a phone call in the back room and stayed back there yakking while my omelette browned away. He finally excused himself to come back and finish my omelette, though it was a bit rubbery by then. At least it didn't dry out, thanks to the griddle being a lake of grease. If you want classic diner ambiance, this is your place. If you want a decent cup of coffee and a well-made omelette, go almost anywhere else. read more

Small, greasy spoon place with good coffee and an awesome staff. I had a Greek omelette with hash browns and it was delicious. It is a generous portion and well worth the price. However, I had to pay extra for the hash browns which was disappointing. Usually the has browns come with an omelette. Regardless, I look forward to coming back and trying more of their menu. read more

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I don't love Frank's, but I'll go without complaint if my friends pick it as our weekend brunch spot. It's a pretty typical diner with breakfast options such as omelettes, pancakes, and French toast. I don't mind going because the prices are more than fair, and the food is decent. I wasn't crazy about the corned beef hash that I got the first time I visited, but I like the omelettes. The famous French toast is tasty too! The ambiance isn't anything special, but I do like supporting family restaurants. There's a boy, probably around 11 years old, who operates the cash register sometimes. :) read more

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I had the best French toast of my life here. I love a good diner, and this place delivered. I ordered the two eggs and half order of French toast special and added a side order of hash browns. I wish I hadn't because I felt terrible leaving all of that food behind. The portions were huge! Three big triangles of French toast (for a *half* order) and the hash browns were easily three servings. Good lord! The eggs and hash browns didn't have much seasoning, and I feel like a little salt can go a long way. But I've come to learn that this is the norm in the north. The coffee was really good and stayed full thanks to the two awesome waitresses there. But that French toast. I'll be dreaming of that shhh, dude. I don't normally like French toast on a weekday morning, it's pretty heavy and sweet before work. But so many reviews mentioned it that I had to try it. Try it. Seriously. It's phenomenal. The food was only surpassed by the service. Two ladies served me throughout the meal and both were super sweet and pleasant. Kept my coffee full, but asked before pouring more. I hate when I get my coffee juuust right and then a server comes and tops it off without asking. Not a problem here, thankfully. The place isn't spectacular or noteworthy as far as looks. You may pass it by and never give it a thought, that kind of place. But don't make that mistake. Go. And get the French toast. read more

Frank's Restaurant - Two eggs and a side of hash browns. Huge portions here! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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It is a shame that Michigan's campus has two diners in walking distance, but Frank's makes up for the absence of gruff, greasy diner food on Central Campus. It is usually peaceful on the weekdays, but on the weekends, this is campus' favorite hangover cure. Nothing here is to write home about, but it gets the job done when you crave some fries slathered in grease, a good farmer's omelet, or the two eggs any style with a side of hash which has cured the most deathly Saturday and Sunday mornings. There is a mutual understanding when any groups of Michigan students in sweatpants or pajamas walk in, and they know to keep your coffee flowing and a box ready for the potatoes to be consumed after a hangover nap. read more

I've lived in AA since 2000 and never knew this place existed. It's tucked in between a bike repair shop and a dry cleaner (I think). Very typical diner that's from the '60's. The decor seems like it's been there since they opened, but that's part of the charm. As for the food, it's diner food; hot, decent size portions, but average. The characters (patrons and workers) inside contribute to the atmosphere. Recommended if only to experience Frank's. read more

Time travel to an all American breakfast dinner in the 60's. Your place to go for an late breakfast in the weekends, omelette Kings. Not much more. read more

Good food Great times Best hashies in aa Frank's is the bomb.com 10/10 get hash browns or you're missing out on life read more

If you want value good food in a really generous portion, this is the place you would want to go.Their ham and cheese omelette never disappoint. I think the only downside is that they used to have bad service, but this isn't a problem for me because I usually order carry out. Not to be sarcastic at all but since they don't have many customers, you usually get your food quick. read more

Frank's Restaurant - Ham & cheese omelette, hash brown - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

We found in Frank's the breakfast place we've been longing for since leaving Champaign in 2007. Don't get me wrong - I love me some fancy brunch. I love foofy champagne drinks, big plates of delicious food, and bottomless cups of fantastic coffee. But there's a special place in my heart - and, by extension, my arteries - for a place like Frank's. You see, most Saturdays I just want to roll out of bed, have a cup of coffee, and eat something solid. Some Saturdays I might be hung over and in need of a greasy breakfast. Some Saturdays I want to linger over a cup of coffee and work on the crossword. Frank's gives me all of these options. Frank's also offers the best damned diner French toast - which is an entirely different animal than the stuff at Zingerman's or Beezy's - we've had in a long time. Seriously, this toast is a magical concoction, filled with rainbows and fairy dust - er, a magical concoction involving what appears to be pancake batter for extra deliciousness. I can also vouch for the tastiness of their omelettes, though let's just not talk about the coffee. It's what you'd expect from a diner. We debated sneaking in coffee from Comet, but thought better of it at the last minute. If you want a tasty breakfast served by nice folks, Frank's is your place. If you want a fancy breakfast served by fancy people who may or may not be nice, or who may charge you $10 for bacon, eggs, and toast, there are lots of other options nearby. read more

Frank's is amazing. The cook however, is not Frank. He is Pete. And he works every day. You heard me. He works every day that they are open. I think he's only ever had one vacation. Since he's there every day, you know that breakfast he's grillin' must be top notch. And it is. I go here whenever I want to pig out on breakfast. This is diner dinin' at its best. Sure, it's greasy. This ain't no organic Amish chicken farm breakfast. This breakfast tastes like it's bad for you, and you'll love it. Don't forget the hash browns, they are a must-add, and the bacon is always crispy and flavorful. It's breakfast Cheers, the regulars have their names clumsily engraved on the bar stools, which is the best place to pop a meal. Word of caution: Pete hates laptops. Don't bust in with one or he will heckle you. I've seen it happen. read more

Frank's is exactly the type of place where a no-frills-desired, straight-to-the-point, hungry patron should eat. The breakfast options, served graciously late in the day, are modestly described compared to the actual portions, which are the size of what a mom would proudly make for her son before he demolishes opposing players at a school football game. The food options are standard and a menu is not required except for the most inept and indecisive customers. The chefs are average, everyday, normal guys sporting shirts marked with the names of local roofing companies and other blue collar businesses comprising the lifeblood of this great nation - the type of guys you would see at a tailgate. The wait staff members know you are hungry and accordingly do not inundate you with platitudes or vapid political opinions encountered at surrounding establishments. Perhaps most refreshing, they do not come out of the restaurant door in full face masks while swinging around thermometers and waivers and talking down to you like you are an infected zombie. You just come in, seat yourself, eat a huge meal as fast as the staff can provide it to you, and move on with your day, exactly as dining should be. read more

The food is amazing, cheap, and comes in massive quantities. Cozy small diner atmosphere and the people are nice. This is the kind of restaurant we need way more of in Ann Arbor read more

Not gonna lie, I came here with a group of six friends after going to Angelo's, Afternoon Delight, and calling Cafe Zola. When one of the girl's originally suggested Frank's, no one knew what or where it was so we just kept going through suggestions. Finally after half an hour of trying other places, we gave in and came to Frank's. I'm SO glad we did. It was this small place tucked between a bike shop and an Indian restaurant, had a definite greasy smell when we walked in, and the cushioned bench seats were really bouncy and weird. Still, we were starving and there was no wait (and it was Sunday at 11:30am) so we ordered. I got a plate of blueberry chocolate chip pancakes (that's right, both blueberries AND chocolate chips, for the price of one) and a grilled cheese and tomato sandwich. Three of my friends got the farmer's omelette. Around 15 minutes after we put in the six orders, we were all eating. My first thought when I saw the pancakes was "there are no chocolate chips in here, they're just piled on top/in between the pancakes", but did that make them any less delicious? Nope. They were soft, warm, chewy, and full of flavor. They give you a short stack of three medium size (10 inch diameter) pancakes per order, so it was filling for sure. I didn't even use syrup. The grilled cheese was good, it had pickles on the side which was a major plus for me, and it was only $3 which was a huge plus. My friends all really enjoyed the farmer's omelette and we came out happy for sure. $12 after tip for a really delicious, filling, breakfast :) and we all food coma-ed happily ever after. read more

Frank's Restaurant - Blueberry chocolate chip pancakes + grilled cheese with tomato :) both delicious - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan