Since it's Friday and in honor of the weekend, this entry is dedicated to the good old-fashioned All-American diner. Jeremy and I love diners, especially on Sunday mornings. So our quest to find the perfect spot in Portland started months ago. But as wonderful as Portland can be...its culinary scene tends to be a bit too gourmet for the type of diner we were looking for. That is, until we discovered Fuller's Coffee Shop.
Spotlight on Fuller's Coffee Shop:
As Jeremy said on Sunday morning after about 6 cups of coffee...we need to come here every Sunday. I agree! This is it. That diner that serves the perfect plate of eggs and bacon, omelettes stuffed full of deliciousness, and that fabulous coffee you can really only find in a diner.
Fuller's has been around a long time, you can tell by the pictures of the same spot decades ago. It has that charm of a true American diner. Everyone sits at the counter and the coffee flows non-stop. I don't think there's much more you need to know, but if you need a little more convincing...their bread is homemade. The wheat and white toast is absolute perfection.
If you're ever looking for Jeremy and me, chances are you can find us at Fuller's Sunday morning around 11.
Fuller's - 136 NW 9th Street, Portland
Since I know not all of you live in the Portland area, I figured I'd also give you a couple recommendations that might be closer to where you live. (I've sought out good diners all over the country!)
Diner Spotlight - Huntington Beach, CA: Steve's
Owned by a very sweet Greek family, this is a great spot for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. No frills, just good food and very sweet servers. I went here for breakfast with my family and friends my entire 20 years in Huntington Beach. Highly recommend the Breakfast Special: 2 eggs, bacon, toast, and hashbrowns for about $4.
Steve's Charburger - 6033 Warner Ave., Huntington Beach
Diner Spotlight - Los Angeles, CA: S & W Country Diner
This adorable spot has the atmosphere of a classic diner and the food to back it up. Expect a long wait if you don't get here early, but located in Downtown Culver City, there is plenty to keep you busy as you wait. Highly recommend the Breakfast Burrito.
S & W Country Diner - 9748 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA
Diner Spotlight - New York, NY: Bruce's Restaurant and Bakery
Bruce's is not a typical diner, it's actually more of a Jewish deli...but if you ever happen to make your way out to Long Island Bruce's is a must. The owner Bruce has pictures lining the walls of all the celebrities he has baked for and dozens of others who have stopped in to visit his restaurant. Every meal comes with a delicious assortment of his pasteries, and you really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. My recommendation would be to stick with what it's famous for...corn beef sandwiches, matzoh ball soup, and rye bread. Trust me, you won't be sorry you made the trip out to Long Island.
Bruce's Restaurant and Bakery - 34 Middle Neck Road, Great Neck, NY
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