Big Al's Diner
Serving down-home good cookin'

Throughout their some 133-year history, diners are reminisce of a timeless American icon, a place known for generous helpings of home-style food in a welcoming atmosphere. The definition of a diner according to Webster's Dictionary is "a restaurant usually resembling a railroad car in shape." However, with Big Al's Diner this will not be the case. Planning on opening sometime after July 6th in the old Denny's restaurant in Blaine, Big Al's will be serving up tasty classic diner comfort food without the nostalgic diner car. But it's what is inside that will count, both in the quality of down-home cookin' and that old-time diner friendly service, where everyone seems to knows each other, even if you're just passing through town.

Satisfying the loyal following!
Owners, Al and Terry Holub have been serving their comfort food to satisfying customers for over 27 years. Having owned and successfully operated Kay's Cafe in California, Al and Terry decided to follow their dreams and move to western Washington. Kay's Cafe had a loyal following that 'was much like a community meeting place, everyone knew each other and could get a great tasty meal', said Al. Even on vacation, people would recognize Al and Terry and sing the praise of Kay's Cafe. During the renovation of the restaurant here in Blaine, people would come up knowing them from Kay's Cafe in California. So now, Al and Terry will be building that loyal following again with Big Al's Diner, doing what they always did best and doing it here too! Al says 'he's a lucky guy to wake up every morning and go do what he loves doing most', serving real great tasting diner food. 'Definitely not the greasy-spoon food here, just plain and simple, delicious comfort food served with that down-home friendly service', says Al.

Only the Best at Big Al's Diner!
Al is known for making the best, homemade blueberry pancakes, biscuit and gravy that by the way, he is known to sell out of, and makes his very own Corn Beef Hash. And for dessert, he bakes his own pies! Simply put, Al believes in taking the time in the preparation of all of his dishes, using only the finest ingredients. 'I care more about the flavor, not the price in preparing my food', says Al.

Not for the meager eaters!
Big Al's Diner will have something for every taste and pocketbook. Al believes in serving large portions at a popular fare. Breakfast will be served all day starting at 6 in the morning Monday through Saturday and 7 am on Sundays. So, you better come hungry and try to leave some room for dessert. And just like traditional diners, you can get chocolate and vanilla shakes, root beer floats and pie a la mode. Now, if you're looking for generous helpings of great tasting home-style cookin' in a welcoming family atmosphere, we'll see you at Big Al's Diner in Blaine!

Big Al's Diner ...Menu at a Glance:
Biscuits & Gravy (known to sell out!)
Traditional Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Ham Breakfasts
Polish Sausage w/Eggs
Steak (rib eye) w/ Eggs
Chicken Fried Steak w/Gravy & topped with 2 Eggs
Corn Beef Hash (homemade)
Jumbo Burgers and Burgers
Ortega Burgers
B.L.A.T. - The traditional B.L.T. with freshly sliced Avocado
Garden Burger - for the vegetarians
Egg Sandwiches
Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Roast Beef, Turkey or Ham Sandwiches
Hot Beef Sandwiches
Hot Meatloaf Sandwiches
Homemade Soups of the Day!
Homemade Chili
Meatloaf topped w/brown gravy, mashed & a roll
Spaghetti w/Homemade Meatballs
Breast of Chicken
Chicken Fried Steak
Chicken Parmesan

(6-24-2005)
(Updated: 7-1-2005)

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