The most iconic breakfast restaurant in every state

From diners to brunch spots, here's the most famous place to grab breakfast in every state.

Erin McDowell/Business Insider Breakfast restaurants across the country are known for their loyal followings.

Café du Monde in New Orleans and Lou Mitchell's in Chicago are among the most iconic spots.

Here are the most famous or iconic breakfast restaurants in every state.

Breakfast is often cited as the most important meal of the day, so why waste it on a bowl of cereal? Across the country, hole-in-the-wall diners , cozy cafés, and decades-old institutions have become known for signature breakfast dishes, famous customers, or simply for serving generations of loyal regulars.

While there might be some debate about which spot is truly the most iconic, we identified famous breakfast restaurants in every state based on their longevity, reputation, famous dishes, and local history.

From beignets at New Orleans' Café du Monde to classic Southern breakfasts at The Waysider in Tuscaloosa, these restaurants offer more than a good plate of eggs and pancakes — they offer a slice of local pride.

Here are some of the most iconic breakfast restaurants in every state.

ALABAMA: The Waysider Restaurant in Tuscaloosa Waysider Restaurant.

Chris M./Yelp The Waysider is a Tuscaloosa institution.

In fact, it's the city's oldest operating restaurant .

Legendary Alabama football coach Bear Bryant was a regular, and the restaurant is still filled with memorabilia for all devoted Roll Tide fans to enjoy.

It's known for classic Southern breakfasts, including biscuits, grits, country ham, and gravy.

ALASKA: Snow City Cafe in Anchorage Snow City Cafe.