Breakfast Special

A celebration of great morning meals across America

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2010 / 60min.

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Documentary

Synopsis

This documentary from PBS travels throughout America in search of the best breakfast places the country has to offer. Along the way, the patrons, employees, and owners of such establishments give their take on what makes for great breakfast fare, and what keeps a customer coming back for more.

Directors

Actors

Rick Sebak

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