Honestly, food is fine on the eclectic menu. Nothing that has "blown my mind" quite yet, but I will definitely keep returning because it is a gem in our neighborhood. The patio is really special and beautiful. I always find the servers to be totally accommodating, calm and super cool. The vibe of this place feels really special and I look forward to coming back. They are hosting a tomato tasting this month (August). I am thinking I am going to have to indulge in the fun event. read more

I've been anticipating the opening of Tiny Diner for what seems like an eternity. Having a diner style restaurant (that serves alcohol!) within blocks of my house is more than exciting. And guess what? My first visit was great, and I can't even imagine how much better it will be once that patio opens. It will be wonderful. My husband ordered the Turkey Roll, which he liked, though complained about the amount of mustard. After he scraped most of it off and added some of their (amazing) coleslaw to the sandwich (don't tell the chef), he was in heaven. Our super nice waitress suggested the Philly Fries.... The BEST. Homemade cheese wiz will blow your mind. And, because I will always be 10 years old, I had to try the grilled cheese. It's how I judge a place. If your grilled cheese is good, I will generally like your restaurant. But I had Tiny Diner's grown up grilled cheese with smoked Gouda...YUP. Delish. Great drink selection, too. Win win win win win. I can't wait to walk back here and sit on the patio! read more

Awesome food, awesome staff. The lavender lemonade it to die for. There was a dog digging in the dirt as it's owner was eating... it was tite. read more

The Tiny Diner - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Super cute space with a lovely garden and outdoor area, along with a pretty interior as well. Came here for brunch and was excited at the menu. The food is very fresh and clean which was a nice change of pace from all the heavy food I was having in MN over Christmas break! I didn't get to sit outside because winter but would for sure try this place again if I return in better weather! read more

Inconsistent in food quality and service. On a recent Friday evening, I and two dining companions came here on our bikes and enjoyed a delicious meal (except for bun around my turkey sandwich) and good service outside on the patio. The whole order of french fries we got to share were superb. The following Thursday, I and one of the same dining companions returned for dinner and had a lack luster experience with our meal and the service inside the restaurant. My companion ordered the same grilled cheese sandwich with french fries he ordered last time; I ordered deep-fried catfish with french fries. He was disappointed with his sandwich and the fries (mostly little short bits of potatoes). My catfish was alright, but those french fries were disappointing (mostly little short bits of potatoes and very greasy). Service all around was sub-par. read more

I was really excited to try this place. Set up brunch with friends for sunday morn. The food was fine - it wasn't as good as some of the other Kim Bartman restaurants imo. They were out of the biscuits and gravy which the hubs loves since someone forgot to make it? We sat outside under the solar panel surrounded by the garden which was AWESOME. But then our waiter really kind of sucked - forgot coffee, forgot to bring the 2nd drink that my friend had ordered, was really just not good at all - and unprofessional - he seemed a little sarcastic about his mistakes. Maybe next time will be better? read more

Probably the best grilled cheese sandwich I've ever had and that's saying a lot because I eat a lot of grilled cheese sandwiches. There was something subtle but complex about the flavors happening in my mouth. I'm certainly not a food critic but I know when a sandwich is dank and that most certainly was. Also the service was friendly and the prices were good...what's not to love? read more

Great location, but so-so food. The biggest issue with the food was the over-salting of everything. Looking beyond that, the Macro salad was otherwise kind of bland and without any harmony. Just a bunch of stuff in a bowl. The philly fries were soggy and pretty boring. There seemed to be some confusion in the kitchen, and just some general teething issues. The menu may be a little bit two extensive and ambitious at the moment? Perhaps in a few months they can pull it together and get food worthy of the setting. read more

The outdoor patio at Tiny Diner is a great summer neighborhood spot! Chairs are metal & uncomfortable but it's easy to look past that when you're eating produce grown fresh on their rooftop garden & service is top-notch. Beers & specials are rotated often & are locally inspired. Try the happy hour deviled eggs! Thursday night mini farmers market in their lot from 6-8pm weekly! read more

Consistency is a major problem. I hate giving this place three stars- I am all over their ethics, their politics, and their service which is consistently brilliant. But I've had four breakfasts here and the FOOD is just not consistent. Take my favorite dish, the bruleed grapefruit. It's a masterpiece of flavor: honey torched over half a grapefruit so at its best you have a medium-thickness layer of brittle honey and enough cook that it melds with the fruit. I crave this dish. This dish is someone's best idea. The problem is, I have had this same dish four very different ways on four separate occasions: totally torched and thick layer of honey (pretty damn good), medium torch and medium honey layer (pretty good), and then twice it's been very light on honey, light on cooking, which ends up being a letdown. The breakfast dishes I've had alongside the grapefruit (breakfast nachos, blue corn pancakes with green chilies, red flannel salted cod hash, mushroom/swiss omelet with hashbrowns) have all been absolutely meh. The pancakes were super dry; the hashbrowns were chewy and cold; the salted cod was so powerful that it obliterated the beets, and the nachos tasted like someone had called it in that morning. I want to love this place, but I cannot keep spending $4 on half a grapefruit that's gonna bum me out half the time. read more

I had heard amazing things about tiny diner so I couldn't wait to finally make it this morning! When we got there and say down, our waiter seemed a bit aloof but no big deal. I eventually ordered the cheddar and pickled jalapeño scramble and one of the iced coffee drinks. The rest of my party tried to order drinks and it was a very confusing experience again due to an aloof wait staff. I eventually got my food and it was good. I didn't find it particularly inspired and the menu didn't seem as amazingly inspiring as I had heard. Overall, the food was fine but not more than that. The service was slightly uncomfortable and the overall experience just left me a bit blasé toward the whole thing. Not bad but I won't be running back anytime soon... read more

Four words: vegan biscuits and gravy. They were killer and one of the best breakfasts I've had in a long time. The service was on point, and the coffee delicious. This place is also super cute! I left full and happy and the next time I'm in the Twin Cities, I will definitely be making my way back here. read more

Great food and wonderful atmosphere. Lived eating among the plants and birds. Nice wait staff, will definitely be back. read more

The Tiny Diner - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Awesome food! Best onion rings I've ever had. Lamb was perfect. The salt cod tater tots are fun and delicious. read more

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Lunch today was my third visit to Tiny Diner and, given my "three strikes and you're out" philosophy, probably my last. First visit was lunch, salad and chicken salad sandwich which had way more carrots in it than chicken. I think someone just waved a piece of chicken over the thickly sliced bland white bread. Second time was a happy hour gathering where service was so erratic that I nearly got up to help. Today - Green chili hamburger. Having lived in New Mexico, my expectations were modest, but not even those were met. My medium burger was dry and very well cooked through and, while there were some tasty tidbits of poblano chilies, nothing that resembled green chili sauce. Server recommended seasoned fries to accompany this New Mexico-themed burger, but plain ones arrived instead. Twelve dollars + extra for fries. I can get better and cheaper hamburgers elsewhere. P.S. Yes, I complained about my order to the server (who was excellent), but still had to pay for this. I did get 2 free drink tickets, but that means I need to return. read more

This has come to be one of my favorite places to eat. If it's a nice day, opt to dine on the patio under the pergola with hanging lanterns. Surrounding the patio is their garden where they grow many of their own vegetables and herbs. I've been there for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Not once have I been disappointed. Tonight we had 'Shrimp and Grits' and 'Kale Salad'. The shrimp and grits was delish with gulf shrimp, sweet bell peppers, celery, and andouille sausage. The kale salad had kale, red cabbage, lemon, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and pistachios. These two dishes eaten together were fabulous! OMG! This is a place where you can really LOVE your vegetables. Their menu is quite creative, and they change it periodically. read more

The Tiny Diner - Patio at Tiny Diner - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Breakfast, breakfast, breakfast. Here's the story. I came here for happy hour the first time and had a decently priced happy hour beer and one toast point of turkey liver pate. For $4. Not the best deal, but delicious. I was scared to come back because it was such a tiny amount of food. Breakfast has redeemed it! But for real. For less than $10, you get a nice, local, tasty, hearty meal. Try the burrito, the biscuits and gravy...anything. Really. Also, the place is adorable and 2 blocks from my house. I'm in. For breakfast. read more

First off, Tiny Diner has atmosphere for days. A spacious patio where patrons are not jammed elbow to elbow, surrounded by a vegetable garden and walking path. Inside, the a small bar (wine & beer) at the back and a modern, comfortable dining room with small tables and great natural light. I love the look and feel of this restaurant. We put our name in with the host and proceeded to the bar to grab a drink for our short wait. The bartender was also serving a few of the tables nearby and seemed mildly confused that we were grabbing drinks. She acknowledged us but waited a bit before she got our drinks going. Strange. They make some interesting cocktails with wine or beer in place of liquor. I stuck with good ol beer. We were promptly seated, so let's get to what matters. Food Ancho chile rubbed wings for the app. These were really, really good. I think they entered my top 5 wing list for the TCs. Kale salad. Would you be surprised if I told you that this was my favorite item we ate? You should be. It was so simple but so bursting with flavor. I kept coming back and fork fighting with my lady over the next bite. Mole Pulled Chicken Burrito. 2/5. I mean, it was good. It's a burrito. But it was very average. The pasta. So I wanted the Fresh Cut Linguini but they had a pasta special not on the menu that was taking it's place that night, so I went with that. It was similar, it was very good, it was creamy, it had great fresh pasta, it was not warm enough. That is the most memorably thing, I wanted it to be warmer immediately after the first bite. But I ate it all because it was good. We were full and fairly satisfied. So I ordered dessert because duh. They have some great shake & malt flavors and after trying their ice cream, you can guarantee I'll be back for that. I ordered an apple cherry crisp with vanilla custard. The crisp was great but not a crisp in my eyes, much more like a cobbler. The custard. Ooof. Seriously some of the best I've ever had. Just simple vanilla. I could have bathed in it. read more

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I wanted to love it! It has such good reviews on here! And the menu looked delicious. Someone posted a beautiful picture of the red flannel hash on instagram today so I went up there because I was inspired by it! I was torn between trying the red flannel hash or the tofu scramble. My server was very nice and patient with me and I ended up settling on the hash (still thinking about the beautiful photo), plus the combination of beets, hash browns, and salted cod sounded intriguing. I ordered my eggs sunny side up so I could have dippy eggs for my toast. I excitedly waited for my food. When it came out I was disappointed- it looked nothing like the photo. My hash browns were burned and greasy. The eggs were over easy, not sunny side up. The server told me he must have written it down wrong. There was nothing special about the hash browns, they tasted like regular burnt hash browns, no real beet or cod flavor. My server noticed I didn't care for my food because I barely touched it so he offered me a sundae instead but I didn't want a sundae, I wanted real substantial food. They took it off my bill for me which was very nice, but overall I was disappointed by the while experience. I would come back, because it's a charming place. I do want to try that tofu scramble or something else, but I wouldn't go out of my way to make a special trip like I did today. read more

The Tiny Diner - Red flannel hash. Disappointing. - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

When I first came here, I was really enamored. Maybe it was the out door patio. Maybe it was the beet juice soaked deviled eggs? The last few times, I have felt kind of meh...the "San Francisco" themed menu was not very San Francisco -- except for a couple of kale items. My $8 dollar a-la-carte turkey sandwich was just that: A little turkey and white cheese slapped on a white, doughy bun. I could've made it more interesting myself. Not a panini? No wild greens on it? Not even whole grain bread? Not very SF at all -- sorry. Meh. See you next spring for brunch on the lovely patio. Maybe. read more

Rude servers, unhelpful for families with children. Though I'd had decent experiences in the past, I went to Tiny Diner early one Sunday morning with my almost two year old son. After waiting without help, though the restaurant was almost empty, eventually an unfriendly waitress instructed us to sit wherever. I asked for a high chair, and she didn't seem to acknowledge me. We found a table and looked around for high chairs but couldn't find them. My son, who had been quiet, eventually got frustrated. Clearly the waitress wasn't helping get us a high chair. We left and won't come back. read more

Cute little diner with lots of character and the food was great!! The cheese and ham omelet was simple but VERY tasty. The veggie hash plate was also great! Most drip coffee in restaurants that don't have an espresso machine is very weak, but we had decaf coffee and it was flavorful (most of the time decaf tastes burnt). They were also great at making changes to accommodate or dietary needs. I needed keto options so they subbed avacado mash for the hashbrowns and toast. We will be back!! read more

This restaurant was recommended by the Airb&b that we are staying at and it did not disappoint. Great place for breakfast. Great service. We will be back. read more

I liked the concept of this place and the patio was pretty nice on a summer day. I got the Jerk Chicken Wings for and app and the Shrimp and Grits for an entree. The flavors were OK, but the Shrimp and Grits needed salt. The food just was underseasoned, so it was a bit underwhelming. They have a nice beer/on-tap selection and, as I said before, the patio is really nice though, so I might give them a try again some day. read more

7/22: I so wanted to be pleased by TD but can't say I was. I ordered the curried tofu roll and fries which were both flavorless. My friend ordered an omelet which he said was "okay". I really was hoping for yummy and will give it a few more trys. I hope this place isn't gonna be just hype. Honestly, I wouldn't go back if I didn't live just blocks away. 9/15: Yeah, seems things have come together for Tiny Diner. I've been back several times over the summer and each time I've been pleased with the food (try the kale salad), service (friendly and attentive even when solo) and the garden is gorgeous. Having lived in Powderhorn for 20 years I can't help having mixed feelings about it's gentrification. Give it another 5 years and the patrons will reflect the neighborhood but hopefully we won't go the way of Uptown. read more

Great food. Wonderful atmosphere. Fabulous drinks. And solar panels! Our server was gracious and kept the water glasses full. We had the breakfast burrito and the hungry man! All delicious and the pancakes were amazing! read more

I want to start by saying that the service was great, very timely and polite. My issue is with the food. I ordered a criminally overpriced breakfast burrito. At $11.50 one would expect a pretty satisfying burrito but when it arrived I was severely disappointed. This sad, chody little lump wasn't so much a burrito as it was a tasteless joke. Its was as though they made it a point to put it on the largest plate they could find as to make it look even smaller, just for laughs, like salt in a fresh wound. When it comes to Burritos, size matters. read more

Soaking up the sun on the patio, enjoying brunch and the beginning of spring with my roommate. The service was great but maybe a tad slow but the food made up for it. I would recommend ordering the grateful bowl - a very filling healthy choice with tons of flavor to include quinoa, Brussels sprouts, artichoke, mushrooms, cauliflower, etc. read more

The Tiny Diner - The Grateful Bowl - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I've been to Tiny Diner more than a handful of times since I wrote the review. The kitchen consistently makes mistakes on my order, often leading to food on my plate that I'm allergic to. It's frustrating, and means the rest of my party is eating and has to wait for me while I finish my remade meal. Food is still good, ambiance is still cute, but I'm pretty over having a mistake on my order every single time. read more

Fantastic spot! Went at 10 on a Saturday morning and was seated right away. He had Billie's Benedict and I had the breakfast burrito. Also, ordered biscuits with rhubarb jam. All were delicious! The homemade salsa was full of flavor. Service was good and the vibe was very laid back. The patio is really nice and is surrounded by a garden. read more

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So good and so unique. Very pleased with the Tiny Diner and love the permaculture angle. We were in town for a Wolves game and glad we stopped in before leaving town. We'll be back. This is a very special place that all foodies will love love love read more

We got an inside table with no problem on a Sunday. The food was really good, although don't be in a hurry--we waited for a long time to be waited on, and then even longer to be served (which is what gives them 3 stars). I also didn't feel like they cared if we were there or not--the waitress really didn't look us in the eye or pay much attention, but the food is great and the concept is terrific! read more

Our first time here tonight. Got the happy hour price of $4 on glasses of a good Tempranillo. I had shrimp and grits and wife had fish and chips. Both were excellent! Better fish and chips than we had in Seattle and the shrimp and grits as good as the best in New Orleans. We're back after 20 years living in those two cities and so glad we found this tiny gem so close to our home! We'll be back. Also our server Rebekah was amazing! read more

I've eaten at Tiny Diner a number of times since it opened a year ago, and just like all of the other restaurants that Kim Bartmann has created, this is another home run! My favorite mealtime to go is for their breakfast selection. A particular favorite is the 1930s Red Flannel Hash (I would lick my plate clean if there was a guarantee that no one would be looking). And like the other Bartmann restaurant establishments, she has created another winner dining environment that everybody involved wins from! I LOVE the outdoor setting with the surrounding gardens and scenery. Having a garden on-site piques all diners curiosity and appears to be a welcome relief to parents for something kids can go check-out and learn from while waiting for your food to arrive. Also knowing that Tiny Diner grows a lot of the food they serve is comforting to know while it backs up their commitment to serving local, organic, & fresh food to their eaters. I also admire that they offer on-site classes that teach us about gardening and other related techniques to sustainability. The class topics alone are a great gift to the community. I'm thrilled to have another high-quality choice to dine at in South Minneapolis. Based on the creative menu with classics AND fun twists on the classics, the friendly wait staff, the ambiance, and MOST ESPECIALLY the delicious food, this is one of my favorite places to dine at as well as recommend to others! read more

Tiny Diner. Big Flavor. We couldn't have picked a more lovely morning to eat here. The patio is huge, almost the size of the actual dining area inside. The solar panels add a dreamy blue hue to the patio, and when asked how effective they are the waitress said they provide 40-50% of the power for the restaurant. I strolled around the herb gardens and peeked into the twig teepee that are focal points of the patio dining experience. Hubby had the John Denver omelet and I had the shrimp and green chile omelet. He enjoyed his and I really liked mine, even though I was skeptical of shrimp in an omelet...would it be overcooked and rubbery? It would not! Excellent flavor, high quality ingredients. We shared a side of sausage (I ordered bacon, but didn't complain when the wrong meat arrived. Glad I tried it) which was excellent. Love the homemade jam that comes with each plate. Great coffee, and our cups were never less than half full. Can't wait to return and try more dishes from the other menus as well! read more

Went to Tiny Diner for Brunch last weekend, and while I wanted so much to give this cutie patootie restau at least 4 stars, I had the misfortune of ordering something kinda bad on the menu: pork schnitzel and barley pancakes. I guess it was a special time meal inspired by Wisconsin, but really the schnitzel was rather greasy and tough, while the barley pancakes were nothing to write home about. The waitress sold me on it, and in the future maybe I'll remember that brunch is the time to have comfort fare rather than attempt to be daring. I also didn't like having to wait for at least a half hour for a table. I will try it again when the patio opens up and the songbirds are singing. read more

I was so excited to go here and find a restaurant that is aligned with my values. However, the food was undercooked, overpriced, and generally uninspiring. My toast was barely toasted and was cold, my bacon was barely cooked and was basically all fat, and our coffees arrived after our food. My partner's egg dish was also meh. Amazing concepts are nothing without execution. read more

Very good fresh food, they use their garden veggies that surround the diner. I love what this place is about! Totally my style, not uppity but trendy and you eat local fresh food. The White Porto & Tonic Sangria was nummy too. I walked in amazed and left happy! read more

The Tiny Diner - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I always have an affinity for breakfast places before I even take a bite. The patio is top notch and the ever changing menu is always fun. The service has always been terrible, and Kim bartman restaurants always seem to be unapologetic about the bad service. There's a sense of "we are intentionally understaffed, if you don't like it then go elsewhere" attitude. read more

We thought we'd check out Tiny Diner and overall had two observations. First, the food was surprisingly good, we got the burger with the green chilies and it was delicious. Fries were not my fave though. Also got the all-day breakfast burrito with 3 colored sauces, so, so good. We ate until overly full. Second observation is the place is very "of its area". Sustainability, bees, growing food, overall vibe all help it blend in well to its S. Mpls surroundings. If you're into the full-on diner schtick, it's a great choice! read more