This is a great little place because of its character and because they do serve good food and have friendly service. It has been around for a long while and many people enjoy it's neighborhood diner environment. So if you want to stick your nose up to the largely populated elderly clientele or lack of five star food shame on you. You're expecting too much of the wrong thing and lack appreciation for what it's known for.
I do not consider myself bias as I have only been here a handful of times and therefor have no special ties. Though I've been here all my life and have known plenty of people who enjoy the establishment and consider it a sentimental part of Peoria. However the times I did dine here, all for breakfast, I was very pleased and left more than satisfied. If you're hungry for breakfast and are stuck on the generic Denny's or IHOP, venture out and try Brothers. Just remember it's a diner and not Ruth Chris steakhouse so you should know what to expect.