One reason why Bloomington, MN is such a great place to live is the fact that there are so many eateries within driving distance of the community, and that includes restaurants serving up some delicious breakfast. The diverse culture of the area means that there is an interesting mix of cuisines to choose from. Make the perfect start to your day by trying these top-notch breakfast places!
1. Taste of Scandinavia
It would be a crime to live in Minnesota without ever trying Scandinavian cuisine! Luckily, this fantastic bakery in Bloomington on 401 W. 98th Street offers a menu that’s full of authentic breakfast dishes from the region, including freshly baked pastries and savory plates. To start, there is a variety of lefse, Norwegian and Swedish flatbread made with flour and riced potatoes, that can be served with cheese, bacon, and ham or a combination of fresh fruit.
Another popular option is Taste of Scandinavia’s selection of artisan bread and coffee cakes, which includes fluffy, flaky Finnish pulla rolls and Swedish-style limpa loaves flavored with molasses, anise, and orange zest. The bakery is happy to fill out large orders if you have any morning gatherings planned. That’s when the Ford Bronco Sport’s highly configurable cargo area is sure to come in handy!
2. J’s Restaurant
If you prefer the familiar comfort of a classic American diner, then J’s Restaurant on 2913 Cliff Road is one of your best bets. Since its opening back in 1973, this humble establishment has served up perfectly made pancakes, French toast, omelets, and other classics. Its specialties include country-fried steak & eggs, eggs Benedict with a rich hollandaise sauce, and the McKenzie, a combo of two eggs, kielbasa sausage, spinach, and red potatoes.
Like any good diner, J’s Restaurant brews a fine pot of coffee and keeps your cup topped off at no extra charge.
3. St. Paul Bagelry
This shop on 5426 Nicollet Avenue is owned by a pair of sisters who have developed a strong passion for producing the finest New York-style bagels in the state. Every batch is lovingly crafted from scratch with the freshest local ingredients they can find. The long list of flavors include pumpernickel, sun-dried tomato, Asiago cheese, cinnamon raisin, and jalapeño cheese.
For first timers at St. Paul Bagelry, it’s recommended to enjoy the bagels with their homemade cream cheese, coming in all sorts of flavors, including smoked salmon, garden veggie, and apricot almond. Onced you’ve had a bagel in its basic form, you should definitely try out any of their breakfast bagel sandwiches. The heartiest sandwich would be the Luther Vandross, your preferred bagel with a fried egg, bacon, sausage, ham, and cheddar cheese.
Whichever joint you choose, your stomach will be thanking you! After a satisfying breakfast, make a stop at Freeway Ford and explore an inventory that features some of the most versatile vehicles you can find!
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