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Parson's Family Restaurant
- 5921 W Northern Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301

Family restaurant, Breakfast restaurant ★4.0 (331)·$10–20

5921 W Northern Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301, USA

4.0
What a wonderful gem for an amazing breakfast spot in the Phoenix, AZ area. Giving a small town feel with neighborly vibes and excellent service. This is a great place to get a real feel and conversation with the community. On top of that the food is great, quick from ordering to being at your table. A ton of options, something for everybody. If you're in the area and looking for a place to start your day, check them out you won't be disappointed. - Eric Hofmann
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Parson's Family Restaurant Introduce

For residents across the Valley of the Sun, Parson's Family Restaurant stands out as a genuine culinary landmark in Glendale, Arizona. Operating as more than just a place to eat, this establishment, nestled at 5921 W Northern Ave, has cultivated a reputation since 1982 for delivering a small-town, neighborly dining experience coupled with consistently excellent American comfort food. Officially classified as a Family Restaurant, a Breakfast Restaurant, and a general Restaurant, it serves as a reliable haven for hearty meals from early morning through the lunch rush.

The ethos of Parson's Family Restaurant revolves around generous portions, fast service, and a warm, cozy atmosphere that immediately makes first-time visitors feel like happy regulars. It’s the kind of place where the staff remembers your face—and often your order—fostering that sought-after community feeling. The menu is a tribute to classic, uncomplicated American fare, specializing in robust breakfast dishes that fuel the Arizona day and substantial lunch options that satisfy deep cravings. It is a favored gathering spot for locals, families, and groups, appealing to anyone who appreciates a history-rich, friendly, and family-friendly dining environment.

The focus is on quality and tradition, evident in popular items ranging from their extensive omelet selection to their signature hot sandwiches and hearty meals. In a bustling area like Glendale, Parson’s offers a welcome retreat with table service and the promise of a truly satisfying, home-cooked-style meal, making it an essential part of the local dining landscape for those in Arizona.

Location and Accessibility

The restaurant is conveniently situated at a well-known location in the Glendale area, making it easy for locals and tourists to find their way to a great meal.

The address is:

5921 W Northern Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301, USA

Located on West Northern Avenue, the restaurant benefits from high visibility and accessibility, serving the central and west Glendale population. The establishment is committed to providing a welcoming experience for all patrons, demonstrated by its strong commitment to accessibility:

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

For those driving to the location, ample parking is provided, ensuring a smooth and stress-free visit:

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking

It is important for customers planning a visit to note the general operating hours, which typically focus on the morning and midday rush: 6:00 am to 2:00 pm on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday, with the restaurant often closed on Fridays. This schedule reinforces its core identity as a dedicated breakfast and lunch destination.

Services Offered

Parson's Family Restaurant emphasizes a traditional, relaxed dining format, focusing on quality table service and a personal touch. The primary service options cater to immediate dining needs:

  • Dine-in: Offering comfortable seating and attentive table service for a full dining experience.
  • Takeout: Convenient service for customers who wish to enjoy their homestyle meals at home or on the go.

The dining options are comprehensive for its service window, spanning the most popular times of the day:

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dessert
  • Seating and Table service provided

The atmosphere is decidedly Casual, Cozy, and retains a sense of being Historic, reflecting its long tenure and community roots. This setting is intentionally Family-friendly, welcoming Groups, and, notably, a favorite spot for both Locals and Tourists seeking an authentic Arizona experience away from large corporate chains.

Features / Highlights

The true highlight of Parson's Family Restaurant lies in the sheer variety and comforting nature of its menu, which focuses on satisfying, high-quality, classic diner fare.

Key features and menu highlights include:

  • Great Coffee: A noted highlight, providing the perfect start to any Arizona morning.
  • Signature Breakfast Classics: Hearty morning meals such as CHICKEN FRIED STEAK & EGGS*, HAM STEAK & EGGS*, and the traditional BACON & EGGS* or TWO PORK CHOPS & EGGS*.
  • Southwestern and Local Specialty Dishes: Offering regional flair with items like CHORIZO & EGGS*, SPANISH OMELET*, and the SOUTHERN* breakfast, which includes a homemade biscuit smothered in gravy.
  • Griddle Favorites: Classic options from the griddle like a STACK OF PANCAKES (3), FRENCH TOAST (4), and combination plates like the PANCAKE COMBO* and FRENCH TOAST COMBO*.
  • Robust Lunch Menu: Extensive selections catering to the midday crowd, including the DOUBLE BACON CHEESEBURGER*, Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich, and HEARTY MEALS like Homemade Meat Loaf and the USDA Choice Steak Dinner*.
  • Comfort Food Focus: Offering deep-seated comfort in dishes like the CHILI BURGER*, PATTY MELT*, and the HOT TURKEY SANDWICH, which perfectly capture the essence of diner cooking.
  • Family-Friendly Amenities: The presence of a dedicated Kids' menu (featuring French Toast, Pancakes, and Grilled Cheese) and High chairs ensures it is an excellent option for families.
  • Payment Convenience: Accepting modern payment methods including Credit cards, Debit cards, and NFC mobile payments for a seamless transaction experience.

Contact Information

To plan your visit or inquire about the menu, customers in the Glendale, AZ area can use the following contact details:

Address: 5921 W Northern Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301, USA

Phone: (623) 939-8836

Mobile Phone: +1 623-939-8836

What is Worth Choosing

For Arizona residents seeking a breakfast or lunch spot that genuinely feels like home, Parson's Family Restaurant is unequivocally worth choosing. What truly sets this establishment apart from other diners and chain restaurants is the deep-rooted sense of community and the consistently high standard of homestyle cooking, an element often missing in larger, less personal dining venues. Customers consistently praise the "neighborly vibes" and "excellent service," highlighting the staff's dedication to making every visitor feel welcomed.

The extensive menu is a major draw, particularly for those with big appetites. The ability to order a massive CHICKEN FRIED STEAK & EGGS for breakfast, or one of the traditional omelets like the DENVER* or WESTERN*, speaks to a commitment to satisfying, authentic American meals. For the local Arizona user, the quick service ensures that even on a busy morning, you can get a hot, quality meal without delay—a critical advantage. The serving of local specialties, such as the CHORIZO & EGGS, further cements its appeal to the regional palate. In short, choose Parson's not just for the comforting food, but for the cozy, historic atmosphere and the guarantee of leaving full, happy, and feeling like a valued part of the Glendale community.

Parson's Family Restaurant Food & drink

  • Burgers

  • DOUBLE BACON CHEESEBURGER* $16.99

    2 beef patties, 2 slices of cheese, 2 bacon strips with lettuce, pickles, onions, and tomatoes on a lightly grilled bun.

  • SOUTHWESTERN BACON BURGER* $15.99

    Single beef patty, 2 bacon strips covered with melted cheese, green chiles, diced onions, lettuce, and tomatoes on a bun.

  • CHILI BURGER* $14.99

    Open faced burger smothered with chili beans, cheese, and diced onions on Texas toast.

  • PATTY MELT* $14.99

    Beef patty covered with melted cheese and onions served on grilled rye bread.

  • CHEESEBURGER* $14.99

    Single beef patty served with lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and onions on the side.

  • Hot Sammies

  • HOT TURKEY SANDWICH $13.99

    Sliced turkey served open faced covered with gravy.

  • HOT MEATLOAF SANDWICH $13.99

    2 slices of homemade meat loaf served open faced covered with gravy.

  • Hearty Meals

  • USDA CHOICE STEAK DINNER*

    Cooked just the way you like it!

  • CHICKEN FRIED STEAK $16.99

    Breaded beef patty with warm gravy.

  • GOLDEN FRIED SHRIMP $15.99

    Served with cocktail sauce.

  • HOMEMADE MEAT LOAF $15.99

    2 slices smothered with warm gravy.

  • LIVER & ONIONS * $14.99

    Smothered with grilled onions.

  • Sandwiches

  • CLUB SANDWICH $13.99

    bacon, turkey, lettuce and tomato on 3 slices of toast.

  • GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST SANDWICH $13.99

    Chicken breast served on a bun with lettuce and tomatoes.

  • FISH SANDWICH $13.99

    Served on a hoagie with lettuce and tartar sauce.

  • PULLED PORK BBQ SANDWICH $13.99

    with a tangy bbq sauce.

  • GRILLED HAM & CHEESE $9.99
  • TUNA MELT SANDWICH $11.99

    Fresh tuna salad with melted cheese served on a grilled rye.

  • BLT SANDWICH $9.99

    Classic bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwich served on toast.

  • PHILLY CHEESE STEAK SANDWICH $14.99

    Shaved ribeye steak, peppers, onions, and cheese on a warm hoagie roll

  • TUNA OR EGG SALAD SANDWICH $11.99
  • CHICKEN TENDERS WITH FRIES $11.99
  • Salads

  • CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD $13.99

    Crisp fresh romaine lettuce, creamy Caesar dressing, croutons, parmesan cheese topped with sliced grilled chicken breast.

  • CHEF SALAD DELUXE $12.99

    Ham, turkey, cheese, tomatoes, pickles, and onions served on a crisp bed of lettuce with crackers and choice of dressing.

  • GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD $12.99

    Grilled chicken breast, tomatoes, cheese, pickles, and onions on a crisp bed of lettuce with crackers and choice of dressing.

  • Breakfast Classics

  • BACON & EGGS* $11.99
  • SAUSAGE & EGGS* $11.99
  • PATTY SAUSAGE & EGGS* $11.99
  • HAM & EGGS* $12.99
  • HAMBURGER PATTY & EGGS* $14.99
  • CHICKEN FRIED STEAK & EGGS* $14.99
  • HAM STEAK & EGGS* $14.99
  • STEAK & EGGS*
  • TWO PORK CHOPS & EGGS* $14.99
  • Omelets

  • CHILI & CHEESE * $12.99

    Cheese omelet smothered with chili beans and topped with cheddar cheese and onions.

  • SPANISH * $11.99

    Cheese omelet with green chiles covered with our special salsa.

  • DENVER * $12.99

    Made with ham, green peppers, and onions.

  • WESTERN * $13.99

    Ham, bacon, green peppers, onions, and cheese.

  • HAM & CHEESE * $12.99
  • Specialty Breakfast

  • CORNED BEEF HASH & EGGS* $11.99

    A hearty portion of corned beef hash, 2 eggs and a side of toast.

  • CHORIZO & EGGS* $12.99

    Spicy Mexican pork sausage mixed with 2 scrambled eggs and served with potatoes. Your choice of tortilla or toast.

  • SOUTHERN * $11.99

    2 eggs, choice of 3 bacon or 3 sausage links, and a fluffy homemade biscuit smothered with breakfast gravy.

  • From the Griddle

  • STACK OF PANCAKES (3) $8.99
  • PANCAKE COMBO* $11.99

    2 cakes, 1 egg, and choice of 2 bacon, 2 sausage links, or 1 sausage patty.

  • FRENCH TOAST (4) $9.99

    with powdered sugar

  • FRENCH TOAST COMBO* $12.99

    4 French toast wedges, 1 egg, and choice of 2 bacon slices, 2 sausage links or 1 sausage patty.

  • Just Enough

  • BISCUITS & GRAVY $8.99

    Full order

  • 2 EGG PLATE* $8.99

    2 eggs, potatoes, and choice of toast

  • 1 EGG PLATE* $8.29

    1 egg, choice of 2 bacon slices or 2 sausage links, or 1 patty sausage and choice of toast.

  • Desserts

  • HOMEMADE APPLE PIE $4.99
  • Vanilla Ice Cream $1.50

    per scoop

  • Kids

  • French Toast $6.99

    with 2 sausage links

  • Pancakes $6.99

    with 2 sausage links

  • One Egg* and toast $6.99
  • Grilled Cheese $6.99

    with fries

Parson's Family Restaurant Details

  • Service options

  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery
  • Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Serves local specialty
  • Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Solo dining
  • Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • Assistive hearing loop
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service
  • Amenities

  • Restroom
  • Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Historic
  • Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Locals
  • Tourists
  • Planning

  • Accepts reservations
  • 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
  • Parking

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Parson's Family Restaurant Location

Parson's Family Restaurant

5921 W Northern Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301, USA

Parson's Family Restaurant Reviews

An average rating of ★4.6 from 1504 user reviews.

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