The 1980s were a time of big music, big movies , and big hair. This little diner in Allston brings back everyone’s favorite decade with style and flavor. Here’s why The Breakfast Club is the retro breakfast eatery that is sure to earn a place on your brunch rotation.

The Breakfast Club in Allston celebrates throwback 1980s diner culture and the era of “The Brat Pack.”

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The diner itself has stood since the 1960s, and its walls are filled with a curated collection of 80s memorabilia and plenty of nostalgic movie posters.

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You want comfort food? They’ve got it. Feast on the “Library Specials,” which are full breakfast places that sport throwback names like The Basket Case, The Dork, and The Dean’s Office.

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Everything here is made from scratch, including the corned beef hash, strawberry jelly, whipped cream, and freshly squeezed orange juice.

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If you’re craving something indulgent, go for the Nutella French toast that’s drizzled with hazelnut spread and topped with a dollop of homemade whipped cream.

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Besides breakfast, this place serves a full selection of burgers, sandwiches, salads, sides, and milkshakes.

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Seriously, the milkshakes are killer.

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What sets this place apart from your standard greasy spoon is that they use quality local ingredients like cage-free organic eggs, hormone/antibiotic-free beef and free-range chicken, plus fresh produce from Russo’s market in Watertown and English muffins from Stone & Skillet in Medford.

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The service here is also exceptional. From start to finish, your server will make you feel at home.

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The Breakfast Club is an all-American diner that’s heavy on nostalgia and flavor.

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You can find The Breakfast Club at 270 Western Ave., Allston, Mass. Click here to check out their website for current menus and opening hours. If you love revisiting the past, be sure to check out these 12 retro places in Massachusetts that will take you back in time.

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