Zipping along US-52, you’re certain to see Little Oscar’s, an iconic small-town restaurant in Hampton, Minnesota. No matter where you’re headed, you won’t regret making a stop – or making Little Oscar’s Restaurant your final destination.

Opened in 1960, Little Oscar’s has been serving up some of the state’s tastiest comfort food for more than half a century.
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Its distinctive building is easily visible from US-52, but you have to take the Hampton exit and turn onto the frontage road to visit the restaurant.
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The decor screams classic diner, with a counter, booths and tables in two dining areas.
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The huge windows and high, wood-paneled ceiling let in plenty of light.
Little Oscar’s is renowned for its massive, scratch-made cinnamon and pecan rolls. Both are baked fresh every day.
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Believe it or not, many folks make their way to Little Oscar’s for the bacon.
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That’s right - the bacon. Thick-cut and served in platter-long strips, the restaurant’s bacon is porky, maple-y heaven.
Little Oscar’s incorporates its bacon into many of its most delicious dishes, like its plate-sized clubhouse sandwich.
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Of course, you can always add it to any of the restaurant’s tasty burgers.
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And bacon is always the perfect accompaniment to a hearty breakfast platter.
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Or Little Oscar’s pancakes, which are bigger than most people’s faces.
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(The servings are very large at Little Oscar’s Restaurant).

Have you treated yourself to a meal at this iconic, small-town Minnesota restaurant? If not, definitely put Little Oscar’s on your to-do list. It’s open seven days a week for breakfast and lunch, and breakfast is served any time they’re open. Why not make your meal at Little Oscar’s Restaurant part of a day trip and combine it with a visit to nearby Cannon Falls?

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Little Oscar's, Emery Avenue, Hampton, MN, USA