Unearth The Voyage
Phoenix food lovers know where to find the crispiest, most perfectly seasoned hash browns in all of Arizona. Matt’s Big Breakfast has earned legendary status among locals and visitors alike for their exceptional take on this breakfast staple. What started as a small downtown cafe has grown into a Phoenix institution that continues to serve up the golden, crispy perfection that keeps people coming back for more.
1. Kennebec Potatoes Make All the Difference
Behind every perfect hash brown lies the perfect potato, and Matt’s knows this secret well. They exclusively use Kennebec potatoes, a variety prized by chefs for its ideal starch content and texture.
These special spuds are shredded fresh daily in-house, never frozen or pre-processed like many restaurants. The high starch content creates that coveted contrast between a golden, crispy exterior and a fluffy, tender interior.
Seasoned simply with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper, then cooked in real butter, these hash browns let the quality of the potato shine through every single bite.
2. National Food Media Recognition
Food critics and television personalities can’t stop raving about Matt’s hash browns. The restaurant has earned features on Food Network’s popular show “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives,” where host Guy Fieri praised their breakfast perfection.
Major publications like Bon Appétit and the New York Times have also spotlighted this Phoenix gem. Some food reviewers have even boldly declared these “the best hash browns in the world.”
This isn’t just local Phoenix pride talking – when national food experts consistently praise the same dish, you know something special is happening in that kitchen every morning.
3. From Tiny Cafe to Phoenix Institution
Matt Pool opened his first location in downtown Phoenix back in 2004 with a simple vision: serve exceptional breakfast made with care. What began as a cramped 20-seat cafe quickly developed lines around the block.
The restaurant’s commitment to quality over quantity helped it grow organically through word-of-mouth recommendations. Today, Matt’s operates multiple Valley locations, but each maintains the same dedication to fresh ingredients and made-to-order preparation.
Despite the expansion, the original downtown location still buzzes with that neighborhood cafe energy that made Matt’s famous in the first place.
4. Farm-Fresh Ingredients Make Simple Shine
Quality ingredients transform ordinary breakfast into something extraordinary at Matt’s. Every component on your plate comes from carefully selected suppliers who share their commitment to freshness and flavor.
Cage-free eggs arrive daily from local farms, while their thick-cut bacon comes from grain-fed Iowa pork. Even their coffee beans are roasted specifically for the restaurant to complement their hearty breakfast offerings.
This attention to sourcing means even the simplest hash brown and egg combination delivers complex, satisfying flavors that mass-produced ingredients simply cannot match.
5. Hash Browns Star in a Supporting Cast
While those famous hash browns steal the spotlight, Matt’s menu offers plenty of other breakfast classics worth trying. Fluffy buttermilk pancakes, hearty scrambles loaded with fresh vegetables, and their legendary “Hog & Chick” plate keep regulars exploring new combinations.
The genius lies in how every menu item complements those perfect potatoes. Whether you’re soaking up runny egg yolk or balancing the richness of thick-cut bacon, the hash browns provide the ideal foundation.
Pair everything with their bottomless coffee, and you’ll understand why people plan their Phoenix visits around breakfast at Matt’s.
