Hen House Eatery

Stumbled across this breakfast joint while on a work trip. It was a great place to eat. They have fresh squeezed orange juice, which I highly recommend. I got the biscuits and sausage gravy. It came with eggs of your choice. I ordered sausage patties on the side since it doesn’t come with them. And a side of hash browns. The hash browns were probably the best ones I’ve had! Perfectly buttery and crispy. The sausage gravy was good and didn’t have the floury taste that may find, so you know they did it right. The biscuits were fluffy and soft. Good portioned. I also tried their cinnamon roll, and there’s a reason they’re at the top of the page, very good! They’re pretty big, so easily shareable or have enough to take home. The parking is street only from what I saw. The staff was kind and attentive.

What a nice breakfast and brunch spot - service was quick and friendly. The food can out fast, extra plates for sharing. Coffee was hot and lots of top offs. Overall, a big hit. Had the cinnamon berry roll to split (sweet, warm, and delicious … could’ve stopped there!). Also we have the Eggs Benedict with nice crispy hash browns, and partner had the Chicken sandwich with chips. Both very good. Make this a stop on your list!

Awesome diner food with great vegan options! We've eaten here several times- and they knock it out of the park every time! We love and appreciate a vegan section on the menu- perfect for brunch and you will not be disappointed. Taco salad is excellent- absolutely HUGE portion Huge portions. Good, strong coffee. A favorite stop when we're downtown MPLS. Service is efficient and friendly. It's always packed here, yet we never have to wait or a table and everyone from the hostess to the server is friendly and pleasant.

My boyfriend and I go here probably twice a month, if not more. This is the perfect brunch spot! But great for breakfast or lunch! I’d take anyone here. Huge menu, excellent food, great service! And not too expensive either. Favorite spot in the city for sure! If you’re from out of town, get here before 9am to avoid too much of a rush. After 9am it’s swamped, but worth the wait. They don’t take reservations, but you can put your name on the wait list when you get there and they’ll call you over the loudspeaker.

Was in town for a wedding and this place was across the street from our hotel. HOLY CRAP I CANNOT RECOMMEND IT ENOUGH. Food was absolutely amazing and they even had vegan chocolate cake. Being allergic to dairy, this was very exciting. Bought one to take home, and it was absolutely divine. Service was good and prices weren't bad!

Nothing about this place is hyped; I see why they have so many great reviews. I had the Crab-Baby Eggs Benedict, and I loved it! My sister had the chilaquiles rojos, and it was even better. The coffees were good, but they could have been better. The French toast was really good. Overall, I'd come back here the next time I'm in town. The food is A1! 🔥

11/16/24: Just had a fantastic breakfast here. In town for a concert. Walked a half mile from our Airbnb and found this place. Cool vibes. Lots of room. Great bar seating. The only thing better than the food was the service. The guys behind the bar were awesome dudes. Had the Chicken and Waffles. Fantastic. The hot honey is great. Also had the deluxe oatmeal. Great portions. Hot and fresh with fresh fruit. Topped it off with a Blueberry Cream Cheese Caramel Roll. Oh...My...Goodness. So good we're thinking about going back tomorrow.

I’ve been here a of couple times now. We love the food, but the drinks were not great. I wanted to love their coffee so much, but it’s not my cup of tea. Parking can be a hassle and depending on the time there could be a wait because they get busy. Plenty of food options to choose from for everyday. Can also be a bit loud if it’s super busy.

An excellent breakfast/brunch spot! Our group of 4 came at 9 on a Saturday and were seated right away. It did eventually get very busy with a long line of people to be seated. The menu has an extensive list of options. I ordered the Babe's Benedict and enjoyed the flavor of the pulled pork with the jalapeño cheddar cornbread. Hash browns were brown and crispy- perfectly prepared. Rest of the group ordered the cinnamon roll, California Eggs Benedict, Southern Waffle, and Corned Beef Hash. No leftovers in sight! Service was excellent. We'll definitely bring visitors here!

Went here before going to a Vikings game. So many people! Yet they told us 25-30 minutes for our wait and they were exactly that. Service was great, food was wonderful and the Hangry shirts and sayings on the walls were cute. We were surrounded by Vikings fans, so that was good, too. Parked near restaurant and walked to game. Great walk, too. Sorry, I'm always so excited about my food that I forget to take a pic before I've eaten it. We shared the veggie omelet (very flavorful - no pic, but large portion) and the Banana Bread French Toast (asked for no whipped cream, but added maple syrup). Very good!

Nothing about this place is hyped; I see why they have so many great reviews. I had the Crab-Baby Eggs Benedict, and I loved it! My sister had the chilaquiles rojos, and it was even better. The coffees were good, but they could have been better. The French toast was really good.    Overall, I'd come back here the next time I'm in town. The food is A1!

I enjoyed Hen House Eatery! Their menu is packed with homemade-style goodness that's sure to satisfy your midday cravings. From juicy burgers to freshly made sandwiches, everything is made with locally sourced ingredients and love. Plus, they have gluten-free options, so everyone can enjoy! Great for anyone looking for an all day breakfast spot! I highly recommend Hen House Eatery for a delicious and satisfying lunch. Reastaurant is a nice atmosphere and the service was decent. Pros: locally sourced ingredients, gluten-free options, homemade-style cooking, flavorful and fresh food.

A very solid breakfast / brunch option. Saturday morning was busy, but food, coffee, and cocktails were all very good. We shared an enormous cinnamon roll which is great if you've got a sweet tooth and 1-2 other people to share it with. Probably too large for one person :-) Service was quick. Would go back again for sure!

My absolute favorite brunch spot in Minneapolis!! Even with such a large menu, the food never fails to amaze me. I had my favorite menu item which was the avocado toast with apple pico de gallo and a scrambled egg. The flavors work so well together and I can't seem to recreate it at home. My friend got the chicken and waffles which looked delicious. The servers were so kind to check on us even though we were taking forever to order because of just how tasty everything looked. I'd definitely come on a weekday if you can because it wasn't too crowded, and we had a great seat by the window!

What a cute little spot! Visiting the twin cities and was looking for a little breakfast spot to get some midday brunch. Found Hen House! Service was amazing, the server who took care of me was one of the kindest servers I have ever had and did such a great job of checking in, asking if there was anything I needed and taking my order. Food was also amazing! Very easy on the stomach and not super greasy, which I can tell means they use quality ingredients. I got a bacon, egg and cheese on a bagel which wasn't on the menu, but they made custom for me. They also have a merch section and a bakery which I think is really cool. Overall definitely recommend this spot and happy to give a 5/5!

Such a cute brunch spot!! Always PACKED but for good reason- great service, yummy food, and amazing baked goods. We got a caramel sticky roll to split at the table! I tried the vegetarian breakfast sandwich (I never get breakfast sandwiches) and loved loved loved the sweet onion/savory combo. I feel like Mpls doesn't have a ton of traditional brunch spots, so if you're looking for your fix definitely check Hen House out!

This is a very nice, spacious restaurant with very kind staff and a large menu. The pastries at the counter look absolutely amazing, though the one that I tried, I didn't really care for. I believe it was the apple pie turnover or something like that. I think that's the theme for the place, because although they have quite a large menu, both of the items I had were just okay. I had the bison burger with french fries and it honestly wasn't anything to write home about. Even the people I was dining with thought their food was just mid. We sat there for quite a while though after eating and were allowed refills and to just hang out and enjoy the space which was very nice. That being said, it was after the lunch rush. For the limited options of restaurants in the area, you definitely wouldn't be disappointed if you ate here, but you also wouldn't be raving about it either.

Cute establishment, not a very long wait? And solid food. Great vegan options as well. Centrally located and popular on the weekends. Drip coffee was pretty good too!

I've been here a of couple times now. We love the food, but the drinks were not great. I wanted to love their coffee so much, but it's not my cup of tea. Parking can be a hassle and depending on the time there could be a wait because they get busy. Plenty of food options to choose from for everybody. Can also be a bit loud if it's super busy.

This place was super cozy! I came with a friend who picked it for lunch. I love the wraparound counter and the decor. I had been eyeing the menu for a while since I'm generally indecisive before settling on a small salad and soup combo. I was really looking forward to trying their famed chicken and wild rice soup. Everything was tasty. The soup was super hearty with good flavor. I wouldn't have minded if it was just a bit warmer. Salad was fresh, and I liked the many dressing options. Definitely a great lunch spot for anyone in the area!

I love their menu of great breakfast cocktails, it's hard to find places like that! Food is good and comes out in good time. Service is great. You might have to wait awhile if you come late in the AM, so plan appropriately.

First things first, this place is huge and still packed - we had a 30 min wait coming here for Labor Day around noontime. The Hen House omelet was excellent. Loved the apples and caramelized onions adding a touch of sweetness to it. My only gripe was that there was too much spinach - if there was 20% less spinach, it'd be perfect.

Stopped by Hen House Eatery for brunch on a Saturday and boy was it busy! Very popular destination for breakfast, even for downtown on a weekend. If possible: get a reservation! While you wait though, you can get a refillable coffee from the coffee area and later add it to your same tab. I ordered the foxy Benedict on the recommendation of our server (yum!!) and we got a cinnamon roll to split (they're big). Very fun and lovely atmosphere! Just a bit of a wait.

I see why everybody raves about this place. I had a dirty Thai and an egg white omelette with quinoa, spinach and chicken added. I've never cleaned off a breakfast dish so fast. My omelette was perfection- it wasn't soggy from the quinoa and there wasn't much grease to it. It's the second time I had to visit the area for work in a year and I've been meaning to try it, and I was not disappointed. The sole star is for service- the restaurant was half empty at around 7am and yet, our food took a good half hour or more to come out. We were very frustrated as most breakfast spots don't ever take that long.

Amazing breakfast spot! The service was quick, even with a full restaurant and a line out the door. It was big and bright inside, which matched the well-stocked menu. There's a lot more I want to come back and try. I tried the crab baby Benedict, which was very new for me, and I'm glad I did!!

I visited Hen House Eatery on a Sunday around brunch time, and it was super busy with seemingly every inch of the space filled with people waiting or eating. We were told there would be a 30-40 minute wait, but we were pleasantly surprised when we were seated in just 20 minutes. The food took a while to come out, but that was expected given how packed it was. Our server was friendly and gave us some great recommendations, but we didn't see them as often as we would have liked. The cinnamon roll was amazing - definitely the highlight of the meal. The omelet I ordered (Isabella's Chorizo Omelet), however, was a bit bland and needed salt, pepper, salsa, and hot sauce to bring out the flavor. The Peanut Butter bar was a real letdown. While the peanut butter mousse on top was good, the bar itself was so dry it crumbled apart when I tried to eat it. I wouldn't recommend it. Overall, Hen House is a great place for brunch despite a few minor issues. I'll definitely be back for that cinnamon roll!

Excellent, classic American breakfast. It gives off 80's diner, in a very good way. They have all the American classics that you would want plus a few non-traditional items. Huge portions, especially considering you're downtown. The hashbrowns were very good. They had some kind of seasoning that gave them like a orange hue. They were delicious. We had the country fried steak. Very good. Sausage gravy was nice. Classic eggs benedict was delicious. They do use ham instead of Canadian bacon. California benedict was nice as well. It had bacon, tomato and guacamole. Delicious. Both had lots of hollandaise sauce on them to. Everything was reasonably priced. Service was quick. We got our food in less then 10 minutes. Paking on the street was easy.

Great find while I was in town for work. There are lots of fun things to look at and a very cool bar-top thru the middle of the bar. Service was great and accommodated my requests. The Bloody Mary was great and comes with a small beer. Love that! For breakfast, I ordered the crab cake Benedict, but I'm not a poached egg fan, so I asked for my eggs scrambled. Really good and great portion. They have a great selection, and I'm glad I tracked this place down for a casual breakfast.

My wife and I ate here twice while in Minneapolis, it looks like a chain in a cold building from the outside, but once inside and sat, it is wonderful and the room buzzes with shoppers, diners and staff. When you order a bloody mary here it either automatically comes with a beer chaser or they offer it to you, I dont think it has a cost either. Food was tasty elevated diner food. Staff are great and the patrons are super friendly.

If you are driving , parking can be a little slim as you might have to walk a bit. We walked 10 minutes from our hotel and it was a nice morning stroll. There was a line of 20-30 people waiting to be seated at a table. We put our name for 2 and they said about 30 minutes. I seen lots of open tables outside so I decided to ask if we could sit outside and got seated right away. People don't want to sit outside because if you order something sweet on the menu mostly likely bees will come around. A cool thing about waiting is you can go inside and get yourself a coffee or a drink while you wait right outside. There is lots of seating inside as well they have tables and booths We ordered the breakfast margarita & the maple bacon cinnamon roll because way to start the morning on vacation for a wedding. Haha ! The cinnamon roll was amazing it tasted just like a maple doughnut. It was so soft and yummy!! Also ordered the carnita hash which was l yummy but at some point the bell peppers and jalapeños took over the taste. It was still good that I would definitely one back and try something new.

Tuna Melt w/ Bacon. Corn Beef Hash. Corn Beef Hash....after digging in awhile, still has tons of beef on my plate=*} Green PPr Tabasco Sauce=*} Lots of alcohol... as soon as U open the menu... So, if Ur looking to get @ it w/ breakfast... This might be the place to be=*}

We absolutely love this restaurant. Every time we come we try to get something new & it never disappoints! It's isn't exactly cheap but service & food quality make up for the cost. We like to start with Coffee & a Carmel roll (get here early or they run out). Their rolls are so delicious. This time for food I tried the Ranchero Tostadas w/Carnitas, it was very good. My husband ordered the Lupita Burrito & Bacon Me Crazy Bloody. He liked the burrito but wasn't a fan of the bloody flavor, he liked the garnish. He said he wouldn't order it again next time. My Brother ordered The Kitchen Sink omelette & that was great. We always have the absolute best service. The servers & food runners are always so friendly & happy. They are prompt with refills as well as any special requests. The restaurant decor sort of has an old fashioned vibe to it & I love it. Can't wait to come back again to try some more menu items.

Stopped by again for lunch today. And ordered my standard Reuben. The chips were better today and the sandwich was tastier. Although seems like they might have reduced the corned beef they use per sandwich. They were busy and I had to ask for them to fill up my water twice but overall it satisfied my craving for a Reuben, although not a cheap craving. Still my go to place for a Reuben downtown.

I loved this place, and I am grateful to my friend who recommended it. What a wonderful experience and a terrific conclusion to a weekend business stay. Located in downtown Minneapolis, Hen House Eatery does not have its own parking lot, instead leaning on metered street parking. We arrived on a packed Sunday, but it was organized and seamless. Their system works. The counter looked like an excellent spot, but we grabbed a booth for some privacy instead. There are fun phrases on posts throughout the venue. The restrooms are immaculate. Our excellent server (Candi) made it a superb overall experience, combining kindness with knowledge. My partner loved her Chilaquiles Rojas, and my breakfast bowl (eggs, beef, guacamole, chips) was amazing. It was served hot in heaping portions. Good pricing. It's an outstanding place, and I'll definitely visit it again.

Hen House is a great place for breakfast in Minnie! We got there around 9:30 AM on Saturday and were told it was a 45 minute wait. eep. we walked around and was called back for our table. The service was great and very fast, our meals came out piping hot. We had to try the avocado espresso drink which was so unique, definitely recommend checking it out. Overall Hen House is an awesome breakfast spot but be prepared for a wait.

I have only heard good things about Hen House so I was excited to try it while friends were in town! The food was great and we were able to get seated right away since it was luckily not too busy yet for a Sunday. I got a build your own omelet with a side of bacon, hard to mess up so that was delicious. We wanted to get a cinnamon roll but unfortunately they were all out, so we got the apple pie bar. It was pretty good but it was no cinnamon role. Already can't wait to go back!

Hubby and I were staying at a nearby hotel and saw Hen House Eatery on Yelp. We thought it looked like a great breakfast option, that proved to be true! We liked it so much, we visited again during our second trip to Minneapolis. It has become our go-to breakfast spot. I loved their chilaquiles rojos which were spicy, flavorful and well tossed with ancho-guajillo sauce. The pulled pork was fantastic. Hubby loved the Farmers Wife Omelet. The bacon was perfectly cooked. They load up the cheddar cheese. Hash browns were amazing in there as well. The fresh baked rolls - OMG. These are a must try item. We shared the Berry Cinnamon on our first visit and it was absolutely amazing. The service was outstanding both times. They handle game day mornings like champs! I can't wait until next time Hen House!

It is such a fun place to be. I got the turtle cold brew which was great. Then I got the banana bread French toast. It is the best food I've ever eaten. The prices are pretty fair as well

When you're starving & have to wait 45 minutes for a table, it better be worth it! Hen House is worth it! The poutine was so good. The biscuits are better than homemade. The country fried steak was so tender and delish. My only complaint is that the cinnamon rolls were sold out when I get there. I have to go back!

True comfort food brunch spot! Large space with lots of seating and a large menu. I got the foxy Benedict which had fried green tomatoes and came with hash browns. Really good and large portion too! We also shared the banana bread French toast which was good and definitely worth sharing based on the size. The pieces were moist and perfectly sweet, and I loved the whipped cream it came with. Overall a solid brunch spot!

We came here for breakfast because it was a quick walk from our hotel. Service was quick, and our server was friendly. I had the green acres avocado toast for my meal and it was very good. My only complaint is I ordered a cappuccino and thought it was too bitter.

Great food!! I got the corned beef on sourdough and turkey chili. Definitely the best value on the menu for what you get. Sandwich was really good but could have had a little more meat. Chili had great flavor and paired with their house hot sauce was amazing.

Sometimes you choose well in terms of menu items, sometimes you don't. So, unfortunately, this review leans into the latter experience. My bennie sadly showed up with a mass of thin sliced deli ham as the underpinnings. Who does this? Someone who's never seen a bennie in real life? And the "homefries" were the institutional type of shredded spuds you open the bag, and dump in the deep frier. My dining companion's special bennie was pronounced good, so there's that as a positive, but across the board I was underwhelmed by what was plated in front of me.

Great breakfast/brunch spot with good gluten free options. I enjoyed the seasonal menu with a pomegranate mimosa and tiramisu (gluten free) pancakes. Bartender served me quickly and efficiently and I loved the decor and quotes across the restaurant. Very cute spot!

it would have been the perfect hung over food, but since I was not... It lacked flavor and was overall too greasy for my liking. The BLT, which I assume would have been great there, was mediocre at best

I know nothing about Minnesota, in the area because my husband had a business meeting, I used Yelp to help me decide on breakfast and I was not disappointed. Busy, loud, casual diner, if you have little patience or just in a hurry this is not the place for you. I was seated in the bar area and part due to hunger the other was 1 server in this large area but once he got to me, it was worth the wait , Jon S suggested I get the sandwich messy that's how he likes his and I thank him for the great service and recommendation, there was a young man who came by a few times making sure I was pleased. Well I am and was and if I ever return to this city I know where to have my meal .

We had a big group of nine and showed up around 11am on the Friday of the recent holiday weekend. Not a surprise the place was crowded and we had to wait for a table. But the wait was less than 15 minutes. Hurrah! The place was very lively. The menu is huge and includes breakfast and lunch items. Too many tempting items to choose from but I did decide to go for the Hog Heaven BK sandwich with bacon, ham, Swiss, and egg. Very good. Everyone enjoyed their meal and the waitress did a great job keeping things moving since we had somewhere to be. Prices were typical for a place like this not cheap but not too bad. Thumbs up!

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Thanks to Yelp reviews, I found the Hen House Eatery prior to flying to Minneapolis. It was my first stop after my one-hour flight. I Ubered there with no problem. It was about 20 minutes from MSP, and a few blocks from my hotel. I only had one carry-on bag, so it wasn't a huge deal to bring it with me. The place was packed at 9:30 am on a Saturday. I expected a crowd after reading the reviews. Upon entering, I was greeted by the yummy smell of syrup, butter, baked goods, and bacon. You know, that weekend morning smell that woke you from your slumber as a child. I was immediately seated at the counter as I didn't have a party with me. There's also booth seating. The vibe was very New York/big city lunch counter. Unfortunately for me, and for Yelping sake, I wasn't able to capture many pics and didn't notice much for moving so fast. I saw a few cute decorations, but I didn't have a clear shot to capture them. I also saw merch for sale. The menu was vast, boasting of breakfast and lunch classics and specialty items. It was a difficult decision to choose what to order, so much of it sounded delicious. They serve different Benedict's, I had the Crab-Baby, others available are a Foxy with fried green tomatoes, a California with guacamole, and a traditional version. There's a corned beef hash, pancakes, caramel rolls, a chorizo bowl, waffles, omelets, sandwiches, and much more. They close at 2 pm on the weekends. The Hen House Eatery is a must try.

I have to give Hen House a 5! Stopped in close to closing because our hotel room across the street wasn't ready yet. I felt a little rude, but the food was out in less than 10 minutes, fresh and delicious and there was still time before they closed! I was a little uncertain on what to expect, the vegan options seemed a bit basic, but they Just Egg Hash was really good! There is a cute gift shop area as you enter/exit with fun socks, pins, books, etc. Don't forget to take a picture with the giant hen out front!

The food was perfect my family loves this place. My dad is very particular about his food he actually surprised me and said this chicken omelette was vey good. We had a group of 13 people and no one had an issue with the food. The staff were pleasant and friendly, it was such a busy weekend and the food was hot. Needless to say it's my favorite place for breakfast my friends from work also applaud the restaurant and we shall continue to come after working a long weekend at the hospital. Great hospitality.

This place was right near my hotel in downtown Minneapolis. I went for a modest breakfast, not expecting much. I ordered some fancy oatmeal and one of their signature rolls. My goodness, everything was sooo delicious, especially the roll. I wanted to take a dozen of them home in my suitcase.

If I could give this place more stars I would! It was a total yum. I visited today for lunch with colleagues and the place was hopping. Even though they were packed, they were very efficient and we were seated within 5min. Fun cafe vibe with loads of counter space and booths. The menu was well balanced with several items grabbing my attention. I opted for the corned beef hash with a Carmel Berry roll for a starter. My colleagues had the Hen House Omelette and it got great reviews. Overall, service, atmosphere, and food quality were excellent, and the vibe inviting. I'll visit again, soon!

Amazing food!! Amazing service and great ambiance!! I would truly recommend you going and having a great meal!!!!!

First time stoping here and it was a delightful experience! They had plenty of seating and for an early Saturday afternoon it was pretty busy but we were seated and in a timely matter. They have VEGAN options which is AMAZING!!! I got some a pancake and avocado toast with no egg. My sister enjoyed her meal as well. The vibe was friendly and it felt cozy. The only downside is the parking isn't the best near the place, we did street parking but did pay (at your own risk). Overall, I did enjoy my experience and would visit again sometime.

I went here before a football game on a Sunday morning while visiting Minneapolis and I have to say it was very crowded but they got me into a counter seat right away where I enjoyed a amazing bacon bloody Mary and I probably have one of the best omelettes I've had in my life, I can't remember the name of it, but it had hashbrowns inside the omelette and some amazing sauce on top

Great establishment. Food is plentiful and comes out quick. High traffic on a Saturday, but they managed it woll