B & B Cafe

I hate leaving a review that is this negative, but I do appreciate having a head’s up before I go somewhere about specifics that could shape my whole morning. So I am sharing this in hopes of helping someone else not make the same mistake as us. We went in about 9:30 on a Saturday. It was busy—no tables. I was okay with waiting as there was a table about to be available. I regret staying. We waited (with 2 small, hungry children) for over an hour. We only got 2 pancakes an egg, bacon and sausage (with toast)—nothing special or huge. The waitstaff and cook were busting their butts and were totally kind, but takeout orders were WAY more prioritized over those who dine in. I think about 10 orders went out before our was started. I was totally bummed. The aesthetic of the restaurant was fabulous and I really love eating out at little hole-in-the-wall diners. I really wanted to love this place. To top off our experience, the pancakes were not done. I am not being a Karen here either, they were legit not done in the center. Pretty much like eating batter with a crust. I would think this is probably not the norm as others seem to love this place (based on the ratings). Strangely enough a family came in just as we were about to leave and got their order in about 5 min. After they sat. Maybe the trick is to call and order ahead?? I was totally bummed, and we won’t be returning.

If i could give this restaurant 7 stars, it would be awarded. First visit to Albert Lea and B&B. Briana was our waitress and she is the template of how customer service should be. Home cooked breakfast was hot & excellent (they know how to cook bacon). Prices are very reasonable. Family atmosphere. Highly recommend.

Was traveling with 2 families in 2 cars, set to split off in Albert Lea. We needed breakfast and my niece did a quick search and found B & B. I'm glad she did. We were greeted with friendly faces and a small sign on the door that read (paraphrased) "Due to staff shortages and in order to allow our staff a 2-day weekend, starting August 16th, we will be closed on Mondays." A small cafe with very friendly staff and delicious homestyle food. We had breakfast fare including eggs, hash browns, bacon, sausage, biscuits and gravy, and dinner-plate-sized pancakes and everyone cleared their plates. If you leave here hungry, it's your fault.

First, bring cash! We had to go to Kwik Trip after eating and then come back to pay. It's 2022, get a card reader. I hate to give this place a negative review because the food was really good. However, takeout orders seemed to be higher priority than those dining in. Why do you need to order takeout at a place like this? We waited for about 40 minutes to get a simple breakfeast.