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Blue Plate Cafe

4.5 (3537 reviews)
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Cheeseburger

Recommended multiple times for being flavorful, well-seasoned, and served hot with a generous portion of fries. Reviewers said it was better than similar diner burgers and a great value for the price.

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Big Blue Breakfast

Frequently praised as a go-to breakfast order with large portions and consistently good quality. Reviewers liked the combination of pancakes or French toast, scrambled eggs with cheese, fried bologna, and cheesy browns.

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Peanut Butter Pie

Mentioned as an excellent dessert, with one reviewer calling it the best they have ever had and another recommending it as an awesome add-on to a meal.

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Cheesy Browns

Repeatedly highlighted as especially good, with reviewers noting they were hot, piping fresh, and one of the standout sides in breakfast dishes.

5

Pancakes With Fresh Berries And Homemade Whipped Cream

Recommended for being delicious and part of a breakfast that reviewers described as wonderful overall, with the fresh berries and homemade whipped cream adding to the appeal.

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The Big Cheese

Called wonderful by a reviewer who also strongly praised the food overall, making it one of the standout specific menu items mentioned.

Location details

3210 Governors Dr SW, Huntsville, Alabama, 35805, US

Open in Google Maps

Hours

Monday 6 AM to 8 PM
Tuesday 6 AM to 8 PM
Wednesday 6 AM to 8 PM
Thursday 6 AM to 8 PM
Friday 6 AM to 8 PM
Saturday 6 AM to 8 PM
Sunday Closed

About Blue Plate Cafe

Country fried steak, hashbrown casserole & hearty sides are served up at this mom-&-pop diner.

Amenities & services

Service options

  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Usually plenty of parking

Frequently asked questions

What is Blue Plate Cafe known for?

Blue Plate Cafe is best known for its blue plate special and Southern comfort food, especially hashbrown casserole, pot roast, and hash browns. Reviewers also mention that the food comes out hot and fast, with generous portions and a home-style feel.

What dishes are most recommended at Blue Plate Cafe?

Reviewers most often highlight the blue plate special, hash browns or cheesy browns, hashbrown casserole, pot roast, and strawberry shortcake. Breakfast favorites like pancakes with fresh berries, fried bologna, grits, and the Big Blue also come up repeatedly.

What is the atmosphere like at Blue Plate Cafe?

The atmosphere is casual and cozy, with a classic diner feel and bar seating for quicker meals. Reviewers describe it as a longtime local favorite that works well for solo dining, groups, and families, with service that keeps people moving even when it is busy.

Is Blue Plate Cafe good value, and what is the price range?

Yes, it is generally considered good value, and the listed price range is $10 to $20. Reviewers mention reasonable prices, large portions, and meals like an 8 oz cheeseburger with fries for $11.49 as strong value for the quality.

When is the best time to visit Blue Plate Cafe?

Breakfast is served from 6:00 to 10:30 a.m., then the kitchen switches to lunch until 8:00 p.m., so it is easy to visit later in the day too. Reviewers say mornings can be busy, but the restaurant usually moves people through quickly and bar seating can help avoid a wait.

Is parking available at Blue Plate Cafe?

Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.

Does Blue Plate Cafe have vegetarian options?

Yes, Blue Plate Cafe offers vegetarian options.

Is Blue Plate Cafe kid-friendly?

Yes, Blue Plate Cafe is good for kids.

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