After 90 years of opening its doors at sunrise, Convention Grill in Edina is finally setting an alarm. Starting April 1, the historic diner will serve breakfast for the first time, rolling out a morning lineup that includes eggs Benedict, biscuits and gravy, a Florentine frittata, a s'mores Belgian waffle, and a "sunnyside" burger that the team describes as a croque-madame-meets-hamburger. The shift into earlier hours is being led by the diner’s first-ever executive chef, Elliott Jones.
Menu and who’s behind it
As reported by Bring Me The News, breakfast will be served daily from 7 to 11 a.m., with most dishes coming in between $10.95 and $15.95. The outlet notes that Jones has cooked at Spoon and Stable, Maison Margaux, and The Kenwood, and quoted him calling the change "both a big responsibility and a big honor."
Longstanding neighborhood mainstay returns
The Convention Grill first opened in 1934 and, after a pandemic-era closure and an extended restoration, reopened in 2024. As reported by the Star Tribune, the Rimarcik family, longtime local restaurateurs, led the revival and preserved much of the spot’s retro interior.
Why this matters to Morningside
The new breakfast service nudges the classic diner into a busier part of the day while keeping the old-school charm neighbors expect. Edina Magazine has spotlighted the Grill’s art-deco presence, and the City of Edina’s heritage program lists the diner among notable local landmarks.
Plan your visit
Breakfast service begins Wednesday, April 1, with counter service and limited takeout available during the 7–11 a.m. window. Expect menu prices in the $10–$16 range and familiar diner staples alongside the new items; staff and the family say they’re excited to welcome early-morning regulars back to the block.
