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The Breakfast Club
Diner$$$$
North Allston, Allston
"The basket case is great!"(3 Tips)
"Pancakes with real maple syrup great!"(12 Tips)
"classic John Hughes movie."(2 Tips)
"Alexa” omelet with Greek sausage"(9 Tips)
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Michael SmithOctober 8, 2016All the food is great, less busy during the week but at weekends be prepared to wait in line for a free booth. Would eat here every day if I lived close enough.
- This adorable retro diner is off the beaten path for BU students but it's definitely worth the hike--try the Princess or the Basket Case in honor of the classic John Hughes movie.
Liz MooreMarch 15, 2020The new owners are great, my only complaint is, PLEASE use real whipped cream!!! Right now it is something like a cool whip, an oil based whipped product that does not melt. It doesn't taste good!!!!!
- Liam NeeDecember 30, 2016Best of Boston 2016: Diner 🍳 :: Don’t miss the “Alexa” omelet with Greek sausage, spinach, and feta; and the pulled chicken and waffles with sriracha gravy.
My new favorite breakfast spot in Boston area. Omelette w/avocado, pepper jack cheese & linguica was topped off with sour cream & home made salsa. Pancakes with real maple syrup great!
Youssof MalJanuary 13, 2018Classic diner, 80’s soundtrack bottomless coffee. This place rocks, booth seating takes 4 comfortably, 6 is a squeeze. Got The Detention: steak and egg perfection.- Meg BermanDecember 5, 2018This Allston staple offers comfort foods with a healthier twist. Using cage free eggs & local produce, you'd be remiss to skip an omelette at The Breakfast Club. Avoid long weekend waits, order to go.
- Meg BermanNovember 9, 2018This Allston staple offers comfort foods with a healthier twist. Using cage free eggs & local produce, you'd be remiss to skip an omelette at The Breakfast Club. Avoid long weekend waits, order to go.
Shannon FarrarJune 3, 2016Service is great! Food is awesome as well. Love the atmosphere...hard to find places like it!
amanda brookeSeptember 24, 2017excellent diner food, no wait on the weekdays.. pancakes are definitely a must have. cinnamon roll waffle was great too.
Daniel RicartNovember 30, 2018Pancakes are awesome. They have mastered the technique for cooking fried eggs at your desired cooking point. Love it.
Samantha Mikaela ReyesAugust 13, 2013Pretty good traditional Eggs Benedict and Buttermilk Pancakes. Great place to eat at in the Allston/Brighton area, come over when you get the munchies!
- Liz MooreNovember 6, 2010The place to go when you need that 1980's flair. When you go, you absolutely MUST try 'The Princess', a Belgian waffle topped with FRESH fruit, and real whipped cream. When you cover it in maple syrup
LaurenDecember 10, 2017Breakfast/brunch is really good. Very reasonable prices for tasty food. Would definitely go back.
Jeremy KrantzOctober 14, 2014Great diner which pays tribute to the 1985 movie. The lines can't be discouraging but it's all worth it.
Boston.comJanuary 24, 2012This classic diner named after John Hughes's 1985 movie serves menu items named after the movie characters. Go ahead: Wear your scrunchies and Chucks while dining to an 80's soundtrack. Read more
Abigail SMarch 28, 2017A little cramped on weekends, but the food was worth the loss of elbow room. Chocolate chip banana pancakes were great.- Philip SeifiFebruary 24, 2015Scrumptious seasonal drinks, pancakes, omelettes, wrapped in friendly service and authentic atmosphere.
A SFebruary 18, 2017The decor is so much fun! The banana Fosters French toast is great, just a little too syrupy.
Michael DoughertyMarch 16, 2013Has everything you need to wake up after drinking til 4am: coffee, eggs, bacon, 80s movie posters on the wall and beastie boys on the stereo
Cathy SahyonneMarch 15, 2016French toast was great and home made hash was pretty different but good.
Ruby FinneganJuly 6, 2018They cook the toppings of the pancakes into the batter which makes the fruit go soggy
Breakfast sandwiches are great. Atlantic Eggs Benedict is excellent but pricy.- Cat Meirelles BuchatskiyJuly 3, 2017Small, cozy place. Big portions! Very retro, straight out of a movie!
Joshua BerkSeptember 11, 2011The retro-80's music/decor is fresh throwback to the movie this place is named after. Get a smoothie with your special (best value).
Neal McFeeSeptember 29, 2012If you are only two people sit at the counter. Fast coffee fillups and easy seating.
Just go. Period - order the basket case to go all the way
Benjamin DoyleAugust 14, 2015interior is themed on the movie with the same name. dishes are eggselent
ᴡ FernaldSeptember 23, 2012The new addition to the Club is full of rad movie soundtrack albums and 80s paraphernalia!
Bar stools are not bolted to the ground. Pesto chicken panini is excellent though.
Heather Marie VitaleJune 2, 2010Don't go in big groups as you'll never get a table. Order one of the specials - big helpings at a small price!
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The Breakfast Club
270 Western Ave (btwn Everett & Riverdale)
Allston, MA 02134
United States
Allston, MA 02134
United States
For over fifteen years, The Breakfast Club has delighted the residents of Boston’s Allston neighborhood. We have something for everyone!
Open until 3:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 6:00 AM–2:00 PM
- Sat–Sun
- 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
(617) 783-1212
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Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
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