Stopped into Hi-Lo Diner while visiting Minneapolis because my girlfriend said it was her favorite restaurant and wow this place gets it. I ordered the Nashville Hot chicken and it was incredible. It was crispy, oversized, extremely hot, I was crying after eating it. My girlfriend got the eggs Benedict, which she loved, and I stole some of. The real star of this restaurant is the donuts and spicy cheese curds though. I would literally travel back to Minneapolis just for those. I think I dream about them in my sleep. The vibe is great inside, it's retro, but not in a try-hard way. Solid service as well they're just so sweet and local. Must try spot if you're visiting Minneapolis. read more

Hi-Lo Diner - Nashville Hot Chicken and Classic Eggs Benedict - Diners Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

We sat outside and the service was great. Unfortunately the price is way too high for what they serve. 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. read more

Good food in a historic diner. Service is attentive and quick, and the food is really good! Your four page menu offers about anything you could want from a comfort food restaurant including breakfast all day! The friendly and open building is very cool and offers written history if you are interested. Parking is plentiful, a handicap ramp is available for accessibility. Worth a stop, give it a try! read more

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We had a nice breakfast at the Hi-Lo today. I had a hot chocolate, pancakes & hash browns. My wife ordered coffee and Eggs Benedict. The food arrived promptly, hot and tasty. The pancakes filled the plate and were thick as well. The hash browns were crispy and delicious. My wife's eggs benny was a great portion and rich, rich, rich. We both didn't clean our plates as we filled up quickly. Everything was good as was the service. Prices seemed a bit high compared to others. read more

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Recently went here for dinner & was reminded how great it is we have this neighborhood diner. I've been here before for brunch but glad I tied it at night too. I highly recommend the fried chicken sandwich! It was perfectly seasoned, crispy & juicy and I was so impressed. I can't just try 1 thing so my friend and I actually shared 2 sandwiches. The other sandwich was the Cuban and it was good, just not as wow as the other one. They also have a number of drink options from local breweries and cideries. The server was super nice. The interior is casual, nothing fancy but bright and a full room. Bathroom are single gender and also clean. I also saw they have crayons and made future note that this is a kid-friendly place. My last story associated with Hi-Lo is that the last time I was here, I was wearing my "Sioux Chef" tshirt and in walked the Sioux Chef himself, aka Sean Sherman. A bit embarrassing but he was nice about it and said he liked my tshirt, hah! Anyway, I share this cuz you know the place is good when world-renowned chefs also eat here! read more

Hi-Lo Diner - Crispy Chicken sandwich - so good, get this! - Diners Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

This old-time diner is a favorite for our relatives in Minneapolis. Service is so friendly and very efficient. We got lucky at prime brunch time on a Sunday to get seated in a booth pretty quickly. Coffees were brought and kept filled for the coffee drinkers. My Denver omelet was delicious and you can't beat their perfectly cooked hashbrowns. Real hashbrowns! Others enjoyed what their meals as well. The wild rice soup is a favorite. The menu really does have something for everyone. read more

Hi-Lo Diner - Basic breakfast done perfectly - Diners Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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What a cool spot! I drove past this diner often and have always wanted to check it out! They have a parking lot that you can access but I'm sure gets busy in the summer when their patio is open. The diner has plenty of seating options and can accommodate 5-7 people parties pretty easily, beyond that might be difficult. I came on a Saturday night, the diner was not too busy and the service was friendly and quick. Thee vibe here is family friendly. They do have a bar so this could be a cool spot to catch up with friends, go on a date or chill with someone and have a drink. The food here is great! Who doesn't like a good classic breakfast?! The portion sizes are typical of diners, everything tastes great, nothing out of the ordinary. I will definitely be back to try other donuts and main dishes! read more

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Stopped for a supper date with my daughter. Service was quick and friendly. As always, loved the old diner feel. I had a chicken sandwich, it was mostly good, the bun did get a bit soggy but it was still good. My daughter got breakfast and she loved the sausage especially. read more

Hi-Lo Diner - Chicken sandwich - Diners Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

This was a nice walk from the neighborhood and is a fun retro diner with a modern twist. They had an interesting menu with a good mix of classics and fun items. I enjoyed the nachos and added pulled pork. It was a hearty portion with a good amount of all the toppings, so every chip had something with it. Easily could have shared. Same with the s'mores milkshake. It's a huge portion where they bring out the extra that didn't fit in the glass. The s'mores flavor was a great choice and had the graham cracker mixed in with it. Great flavor. Server was also very friendly. Overall great experience but the food is just very pricy for what it is. Over $30 including tip for a single person to get one food item and a shake.. nice option in the area. read more

Hi-Lo Diner - Nachos with Pulled Pork - Diners Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Pancake was amazing and the mimosa was perfect. Friendly service. Love the retro diner decor.

Phenominal. Love the 50s diner design! I ordered the Gary Cooper Hi-Lo, which is essentially chicken and waffles with sausage gravy on top of a massive donut. This thing was MASSIVE and very good. Service was quick and great. Prices are good. Wish I could have tried the boozy milkshakes, but will definitely return for them. read more

Hi-Lo Diner - Gary Cooper Hi-Lo - Diners Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I love a good diner... especially an authentic diner with deep rooted history in an area! This passion of mine is what brought my family and I to the Hi-Lo. The interior is clean and well maintained. Some of the booths have some wear in the seats, but overall this place silently screams RETRO DINER, complete with stools at the counter! Service was delivered quickly and with a smile. Service check ins were frequent enough to satisfy, so we never felt ignored or bothered. Overall the food was delicious. My wife had the huevos rancheros, I had the Tennessee Hot chicken sandwich, our kiddo had Mac & cheese, and we split a butterscotch shake and a donut for desert. The chicken sandwich had one of the lightest yet crispiest batters I've ever had. Personally, I thought the Tennessee Hot was more of a Tennessee "Mild" - however, I like really hot food so my natural expectations are high for spice. The flavor was delicious...and I'm tempted to say this was probably the best chicken sandwich I've ever had. The huevos rancheros were delicious as well. The diner's presentation comes with a crispier corn tortilla than a traditional preparation, however it ads some texture to each delicious bite. The butterscotch shake was super yummy - not overly sweet but still rich with that signature buttery flavor. Their signature donut blew me away. It was swerved warm with a fresh coat of glaze and every bite was OMG amazing. If you like old fashioned shakes or drool at donuts like Homer Simpson, the Hi-Lo will make you a happy customer. Also- they have signature cocktails and beers on tap!! One suggestion for improvement would be the addition of more entrees. While the food was great and they had something for everyone in our small party, the entree selections felt limited. I'm not sure if they have daily specials here...I don't recall seeing a sign and our server did not mention anything. This was our first visit to the Hi-Lo and we are looking forward to becoming regulars. read more

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I was excited to eat at Hi-Lo because I had heard the ambiance is great, and I love diner food. The experience did not disappoint! I chose the chicken strip dinner and was blown away by the cornmeal batter on the chicken / a salty/sweet delight! The service was great/unobtrusive and friendly. Next time I want to add a martini to my experience and hang out a bit longer...cheers! read more

The food is unique and good tasting, service is fast, ambiance is like a typical breakfast diner, good to drop by for fast grab! read more

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The hi lo diner is a trendy spot featuring American staples, freshly made donuts, and original cocktails in a 1957 diner ambiance. Indoor and outdoor dining are available. The menu offers a variety of gluten-free, vegan, or vegetarian options. The service was great. Visited on a Sunday morning and was seated right away! read more

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First time at this place!! the challah French toast is delicious!! The waitress was very friendly! Love the ambiance! I will have to come back here again and again!! read more

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Good food, great and friendly service, amazing place. They also speak english and spanish :) read more

Unexpected stop to grab a breakfast on a Monday while being in the area was a first and plus it was my birthday sooo let's try some stuff! Mini me who is taller than me wanted to give the Eggs Benny a first try and Hi Lo made her a believer in wanting to try it all over hahaha! High Five Hi Lo! Biscuits and Gravy was yummers! Great comfort food on a rainy day! The breakfast bar is sooo cute! Id def belly up to that for some breakfast! read more

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Meh. The price is high and the quality of the food doesn't match the price. I ordered a variation of Eggs Benedict. The meal normally had capers in it, which I don't like. Unfortunately the meal needed to capers for flavor. I've had a lot of hollandaise sauce in my time and it normally has a good flavor. This sauce was bland to the point of having no flavor. The other issue was the temperature in the building. It was about 100F outside and inside was around 85F. For my health issue, POTS, that was a big problem. read more

Hi-Lo is a cute & traditional looking diner. We went on a Saturday at about 1030 and it was about a 45 minute wait, you give your phone number and they text when your table is ready, so we ended up going across the street to Dogwood while we waited for our table. Parking was not hard to find, we parked on the street but realized there was a lot after! The street parking was free where I parked which is definitely a plus. Food: We all split a side of French Toast and i think this had to be my favorite thing I tried there and one of the best French toasts I have had! I ordered the eggs benedict and I am sad to say it was a bit underwhelming for me. They were still pretty good and the eggs were perfectly cooked, but the hollandaise sauce for me was just okay & was really runny/buttery rather than a creamier texture. The hash browns were perfectly cooked! My friends got the Fodero Breakfast & the Breakfast sandwich, the Fodero was a classic breakfast, pretty good! The breakfast sandwich had huge biscuit which was sooo good. I would love to come back and try the Hi-Tops, they look incredible and look like they are HUGE. Overall, I would love to come back to try more! read more

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I came here during the summer with a friend for an early dinner, so there was ample seating without a wait. We had always wanted to check it out since the neon sign and typical diner vibes seemed pretty neat! The staff were friendly, and there were a few free parking spots on the side/back which was convenient. I ordered the Crispy Chicken Sandwich, my friend got the Mac N Cheese, and we got a Black Boat Banana Crème Pie slice. read more

Hi-Lo Diner - Crispy Chicken Sandwich, Mac N Cheese - Diners Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Breakfast sandwich on a biscuit is delicious! Great ambience--very fun to be in an authentic vintage diner.

MAN I love this place!!! I've been meaning to try their brunch FOREVER and finally got around to it a few days ago! Luckily, we came on a day where the weather was just gorgeous so we were able to sit outside and enjoy Hi-Lo's lovely patio. I got their breakfast sandwich on their homemade biscuit with hash browns. I can neverrrrr say no to hash browns. The homemade biscuit was delicious but SO HUGE! I had to take some of it off because I couldn't eat it all. The rest of the sandwich was divine, absolutely delicious. Likewise with the hash browns. To me, a brunch spot is only as good as it's drip coffee and Hi Lo has awesome drip. I think they sell Peace Coffee (sorry if I'm wrong!!!) but I appreciate that they make sure they're providing good drip. I feel like sometimes breakfast spots don't think enough about their drip...or maybe I'm just a coffee snob... Aside from having an adorable patio, Hi-Lo also has such a cute inside restaurant. It's modeled after a vintage diner, and they truly did an amazing job of getting all the little details to make the experience feel authentic. Going inside the diner makes me feel like I've stepped back in time! Don't miss out on Hi-Lo folks!!! read more

Hi-Lo Diner - Breakfast Sandwich - Diners Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

A terrific little local diner with an incredible breakfast selection. All three in our party loved their choices. The server was attentive without being invasive. If you love to eat where the locals eat, skip the chain restaurants and visit this quaint diner. read more

First time I felt I got good food and good service at an airport!! It had a 50's feel and everything was delish!! I had the club sandwich and my spouse had the taco salad with a beer. If I lived in the area - I would be a regular here!! read more

Love this classic diner. The diner car is so cute! The food is always great. My favorite go-to is the Gary Cooper. It's fried chicken with gravy and syrup on top of their homemade donut. Yeah, it's even better than it sounds. And they put like 3 pieces of chicken on that thing. You could for sure split it between two people. Service is always great. It gets busy on the weekend but I've never had to wait. Easy parking around the corner. read more

I love Hi-Lo, it's cozy diner food mixed with neon lights and fun art. The outside looks like a spaceship, but the inside looks like the classic retro diner that you've seen in every movie. Even with a packed house for lunch, service is still fast and friendly. read more

Yum yum yum! Fast service and delicious breakfast food. I love hashbrowns and these were great! The homemade biscuit was huge and delicious. read more

Hi-Lo Diner - Lox & Dam Benedict - Diners Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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The Hi-Lo is a fun retro little diner. It was clean and there was plenty of room inside. Our waitress was super nice and really helpful. The food came out in a timely manner and was delicious. We noticed that someone got the doughnut at one of the tables and added it to our order, would recommend! It was well worth the trip to seek it out. read more

Today I had the velvet Elvis. Ridiculous. A insane amount of different flavors in one meal. Bananas, bacon, peanut butter, honey, all over a very large donut. Wow!! Service is always good and responsive constantly checking on your experience without being pestering. Ambiance is designed like an old fashioned diner. Highly recommend a try. Have never had a bad experience or meal. read more

I really like this little 50s style diner! Funny I've only ever eaten on the patio! Which isn't too bad considering it faces the parking lot and a not busy street. There's a bit of greenery but nothing to mask the fact you are in Minneapolis. I like the food here! I had a Cuban sandwich. The fries were so good! From what zi remember my friends ordered the chicken tenders -YUM!, the wings- pretty good, the hash- eh not sure I'd get it. OH and we all shared a donut to start! Delish! The tequila strawberry milkshake sounds weird but works surprisingly well! Try it! read more

What a fun little spot! We had heard about this place but our first time visiting did not disappoint. There are no reservations so it's first come first serve. The inside is a tiny little retro well diner. Counter seating and little booths make it so fun! It took 20 minutes to get seated on a Sunday at 12:30 PM for two. The service was always super friendly and relatively fast considering how busy they were. The donut was made to order and oozing with goodness. It was pretty fluffy so you ended up with a pretty breast consistency. My husband and I both devoured our entrées and we appreciated that the portions weren't completely overwhelming. We will certainly be back again! read more

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I have come here from time to time and i have to say that Angie will always take care of you no matter how busy it is. When i come to this establishment its like i am visiting family. The pancakes and fodero breakfast are my go to but everything on the menu is fabulous. Pancakes are made to order and eggs are fresh, i couldn't be happier. Chase is so wonderful to talk to and very hardworking and accomodating. 5 star food and 5 star staff. read more

Hi-Lo Diner - Cold press Coffee - Diners Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

It had been a while since I visited Hi Lo located in Mpls, MN! Honestly, it's because I have never been satisfied. It's kind of always been mediocre and I hate that I feel this way. The vibes are cool. I am so confused how it's always so busy. My friend suggested it though and I thought I'd give it a 3rd try. The parking lot is tiny and street parking in the area gets pretty filled. I walked a couple blocks. I've tried the donut breakfast and a few other things in the past. This time I got the Lox & Dam Benedict - Smoked salmon, English muffin, poached eggs, red onion, capers, hollandaise. You can do mixed greens, or hash browns. I love a good smoked salmon benny and this one just mid. It was actually pretty bland. Hash Browns could be crispier all the way through, but the top was. I also had a Grapefruit Mimosa which was the highlight of the meal. It was refreshing and bubbly. I am sure I will end up returning in another year or so as I have. I hope I eventually find something I enjoy. The atmosphere & kind staff is the best part. read more

Hi-Lo Diner - a plate of food with eggs and ham - Diners Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I go to the diner frequently and it's the best place to get breakfast in the arera. Friendly staff and quality, simple food.

Great brunch food, friendly service and neat ambiance. The breakfast burrito and pancakes were highlights. Be prepared to pay a heavy price which may catch you off guard given the diner feel, the prices are not. read more

While I wasn't expecting great food I was still a bit disappointed in items I'd expect a diner to nail. The burger was over-done with a dry bun and runny sauce. The fries, though hot, tasted a bit stale and could use more seasoning. The shake was half-melted and was basically thicker chocolate milk. The chicken strips were solid. Parking is easy with a parking lot as well as free neighborhood parking if ever that busy. Small patio as well which can be nice since they keep it quite cold inside. read more

Hi-Lo Diner - Chicken strips, fries, shake, smash burger - Diners Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

The first time I drove by this place, I had to bookmark it. It is the cutest little retro diner! Their storefront looks as 50's as you can get in 2021. For food, their signature dishes are their Hi-Tops! A plate full of savory and sweet combos on top of a classic donut. Their most popular one is the Gary Cooper ($13.5). I decided to get the Notorious P.I.G ($13.5) since I don't really like sweet and savory foods. At first bite it is delicious, but after a few more bites I just felt sick. It was very heavy and dense for me, however, I just think I ordered the wrong dish. The rest of the brunch menu sounded delicious! I definitely want to go back another time to try something else. Plus our customer service was amazing! And the aesthetic was too die for. read more

Hi-Lo Diner - Notorious P.I.G ($13.5) & Biscuits and Gravy ($13) - Diners Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

A random tiktok video brought us here. After looking through photos the dish that actually brought me to this place is Gary Cooper! This is a small diner with a traditional diner interior design. We came around 2pm so it was pretty empty, maybe 1-2 other tables there. They serve brunch so a lot of options. Classic Egg Benedict - this is always a safe choice. You can choose a side of hash brown or veggies and of course we got hash brown. It was good. Although, I wish the hash was a little crispier but overall not bad. It did not come out hot so it was a little disappointing. 3/5 Hash Stuffed Hash- comes with 1 toast, 2 sunny eggs and hash with corn beef. The corn beef were in pork cubes style. It was an ok dish. Again, not hot when it came out. 3/5 Gary Cooper- the dish that made us go here! Got to say, it was delicious! This dish is worth our trip here. I would say this is another version of traditional chicken and waffle. Donut was sweet and yum. The chicken was crispy and the gravy on top really complicated everything. It was SO good! If I come back would definitely get this dish again and maybe try other things. 4.5/5 Besides the Gary Cooper, everything else was alright nothing special. I think the food was a little cold because they came out at the same time. Maybe next time just bring out what is done already so it's hot or at least warm. Service is good since it was pretty slow at the time we went. Food did come out a little longer than other places given that it wasn't busy. But worth a return again. read more

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Morgan fro our hotel recommended this place and she was right on. It was magnificent. It's like a 60s diner and the outside it looks Hawaii. Very eclectic. The food is so yummy it's a meal to remember. First we shared a hot glazed doughnut which was worth every calorie. My daughter ordered the lavender French toast which was highly recommended and got the huevos rancheros. Crisp flour tortilla with black beans avocado tomatoes onions jalapeños guacamole and two eggs over medium. Enough said yummy. What a fun place I hope to return to very soon read more

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