St. Cloud, Minnesota is also known as Granite Country USA, home to several granite quarries. Attractions in the city include St. Cloud State University, Clemmens Gardens, Stearns History Museum and Summerland Water Park. While fast-food chains dominate the breakfast scene, there are a few local establishments where you can grab a bite to get you going in the morning.
5th Avenue Grille
The 5th Avenue Grille is located inside the Radisson Hotel in downtown St. Cloud. Featuring an urban vibe and chic, modern d cor, the restaurant has a main dining area and private dining room that caters to small groups. Served each morning is a breakfast buffet. Dine on something light, such as cold cereal or a blueberry muffin or something more filling such as the chef's choice, which includes bacon or sausage. Oatmeal, pancakes and waffles are also featured on the menu. To drink, choose from apple, grapefruit, orange or cranberry juices.
5th Avenue Grille
404 W. St. Germain
St. Cloud, MN 56301
320-258-2580
5thavenuegrille.com/
Green Mill Restaurant
Green Mill Restaurant is a chain that originated in St. Paul, Minnesota in 1935. As of 2010, there are 28 locations throughout the Midwest. The St. Cloud restaurant features a breakfast buffet every day of the week but Friday in a casual atmosphere. Diners can choose from breakfast staples such as eggs, biscuits and gravy, sausage, bacon and pancakes.
Green Mill Restaurant
100 4th Ave. South
St. Cloud, MN 56301
320-259-6455
greenmill.com/
Kay's Kitchen
Kay's Kitchen is found in the neighboring town of St. Joseph, in operation since 1972. Breakfast is available throughout the day. Those who are hungry may want to choose the breakfast special which features two eggs, a choice of meat, hash browns and toast. Omelet lovers should be satisfied with the distinctive choices, such as the green goddess, featuring spinach, mushrooms, onions, smoked turkey and cream cheese. Standard omelets like the ham and cheese are also offered. Lighter appetites can dine on the breakfast croissant or English muffin sandwich while those with a sweet-tooth have choices such as the warm caramel roll, buckwheat and berry pancakes and a Belgium waffle.
Kay's Kitchen
303 College Ave.
St. Joseph, MN 56374
320-557-0030
kayskitchen.us/
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