Perkins Family Restaurant & Bakery in Bloomington offers a diverse menu featuring breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. Known for its hearty meals, guests can enjoy everything from fluffy pancakes and omelets to sandwiches and savory dinners. The bakery is a highlight, offering a tempting selection of pies, pastries, and desserts. Whether you’re stopping in for breakfast or a late-night snack, Perkins is a great spot for families and friends to gather.
Perkins Family Restaurant & Bakery / 78th Street
3194 Google Reviews
Absolutely delicious! The sirloin steak was incredible, strong garlic flavour, the butter was creamy and it was very rare.
The mammoth blueberry muffin was massive, super moist, soft, and the perfect amount of sweetness.
The chocolate peanut butter drop was also to die for! The perfect mix of rich chocolate and peanut butter.
My only complaint with my meal was the scrambled eggs were under seasoned.
Overall, 9/10, will definitely be coming back here again.
First off me and my group of good friends(plus Joshua lunneborg) were greeted by the friendly face of Tom at the front desk, he very efficiently and respectfully got the number of customers he would have to seat and got us a wonderfully peaceful table in the corner of the dining room away from the crowd and noise of the main seating area. Holly then came to our table and was immediately prepared to take our drinks for our order while also training in a new server, even while never slipping up with our order. After getting our order she very quickly brought our drinks out to us and made sure each one went to the proper recipient, and was then properly prepared to take all of our orders for food. After helpfully finding out who the first orderer was going to be, she took down every single order and side notes she had to to properly prepare our meals, while continuing to train in the new server. Once the one cookie that was ordered was prepared by the kitchen it was immediately brought out to our table, and then after a quick wait she brought out all of our warm food to the proper recipient without any added hassle. Even after the server in training brought out cocktail sauce in the stead of marinara sauce, she very helpfully and efficiently replaced it with the proper marinara sauce, all while keeping her cool and making jokes about it as to lighten the situation and maintain the fun and energetic mood of the meal. After enjoying the hot and fresh food our server holly came to check in on us and our meal, all while maintaining a very calm and serene manor around every customer she interacts with. Once we all finished our delicious meals she came back with an offer of delectable deserts to quench any our sweet tooth’s, and while it was incredibly enticing, we all collectively rejected the gracious offer. Meanwhile Tom was once again prepared with his friendly and welcoming hospitality to offer us all an opportunity to a free cookie, and even a wonderful possibility at a second free cookie. While we all took our time in an attempt to win the glorious reward Tom, holly, and the new trainee all came to our table a multitude of times in order to ensure a successful meal experience and continue their streak of wonderfully enjoyable hospitality. Even when I messed up my payment and accidentally canceled the order, there was no hesitation or hassle with assisting in the recovery of the payment, and a successful tip as well. After countless minutes of the most gracious, polite, and welcoming display of hospitality I’ve seen from any establishment such as this one in my entire 18 years of life, every employee involved in our meal and overall experience still maintained complete composure and respect to every single member of my party. With every warm meal and refreshing drink provided and no extra hassle of our own, I have no other option than then leave this restaurant with a full stomach and peaceful heart. My body and mind will rest peacefully for the foreseeable future with the best service and meal I could’ve ever dreamt up in the wildest creations of my deepest desires in life.
Perkins never disappoints! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with a smile and seated quickly. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, like a hometown diner with just the right touch of nostalgia.
The menu has something for everyone—whether you’re in the mood for a hearty breakfast, a classic burger, or a fresh salad. I had the Tremendous Twelve breakfast and it truly lived up to its name—fluffy pancakes, perfectly cooked eggs, crispy bacon, and golden hash browns. Everything came out hot, fresh, and just the way I ordered it.
The service was fantastic. Our server was friendly, attentive, and made sure our coffee cups were never empty. Even during a busy lunch rush, the staff worked like a well-oiled machine and kept things moving smoothly.
Don’t skip dessert—Perkins pies are legendary for a reason! I had a slice of their French Silk pie and it was the perfect sweet ending.
Overall, Perkins is a dependable, family-friendly spot with great food, affordable prices, and top-notch service. Highly recommend for breakfast lovers and comfort food fans alike!
I came here with my church youth group really late but the staff was amazing and happily greeted us when we walked in. Then they arranged a bunch of tables together so we could all sit as a group. The service was amazing. They came back several times to ask us if we needed anything else or and if we wanted refills. The food came fast and delicious. Definitely be coming back soon!!
This restraint is absolutely amazing! My church youth group came here to celebrate and the staff was so welcoming and kind!! The food was amazing as always 😉 and served with a smile! We were here late, but were still given the best service! Thanks so much to the helpful staff and chefs back in the kitchen! The cake and fries were amazing 🤩!
Me and my coworkers love coming here after a long work week. Trevor, our server today, was polite, prompt, friendly and took excellent care of us.
The staff is always happy to see us and happy to help with any of our needs and requests for changes or adaptations.
10/10 experience and a must do for your pancake needs especially after 3am!
If you’re looking for a stack of pure comfort, the chocolate chip pancakes at Perkins hit the spot every single time. They’re fluffy, golden, and just the right amount of sweet without being overwhelming. The chocolate chips are generously scattered throughout—melty, rich, and perfectly balanced with the soft pancake texture.
What really makes them stand out is the warmth and nostalgia they deliver. Whether you’re a kid or just a kid at heart, that combo of gooey chocolate and buttery pancakes is hard to beat. Top them off with whipped cream and a drizzle of syrup (if you’re feeling extra), and it’s basically dessert for breakfast—in the best way possible.
Perkins knows how to do diner-style pancakes right, and these are no exception. Definitely a treat worth waking up for.
We left the restaurant very content with full bellies and more importantly, full hearts.