Breakfast & Diner Near Highway 41 & Fox River Mall
Just 2 minutes off I-41 (Exit 142 on Richmond St). Skip fast food for legendary homestyle breakfasts, fluffy pancakes, hot coffee, and fast traveler service from 6AM to 9PM daily.
Driving Through Appleton or Visiting the Mall? Eat Real Food.
Whether you're road tripping down Interstate 41, staying at a nearby hotel, heading to a tournament at the Champion Center, or shopping around the Fox River Mall, you don't have to settle for lukewarm fast-food heat lamps.
Little Diner Xpress is located immediately south of the I-41 Richmond Street exit. Stop in for an authentic scratch-cooked meal, hot coffee, and friendly hospitality to get back on the road refreshed and energized.
Minutes Away from Everywhere You're Heading
Conveniently positioned on North Richmond Street (WI-47) with direct highway connectivity.
Interstate 41 (Exit 142)
Take Exit 142 for WI-47 / Richmond St and head straight south. We are right on the right-hand side with zero complicated side turns.
Fox River Mall
Skip crowded mall food courts and chain waitlists. Fuel up with pancakes or eggs benedicts before a full day of shopping.
Champion Center (Sports Hub)
Tournament families and youth sports teams love our hearty, protein-packed breakfast skillets and quick team seating.
Hwy 41 & College Ave Hotels
Staying at a hotel along the I-41 corridor? Trade continental muffins for fresh eggs, hash browns, and bottomless hot coffee.
Appleton Airport (ATW)
Catching an early morning flight or arriving hungry in Appleton? Stop in for an easy, delicious breakfast or quick carryout on the way.
Downtown Appleton & Lawrence
Direct, straight-shot drive down Richmond Street into downtown Appleton, the Fox Cities PAC, and Lawrence University campus.
Fast Roadside Service & Authentic Comfort Food
Long drives and busy tournament itineraries need quick, dependable service. We make stopping for breakfast, lunch, or dinner as smooth as possible:
- Rapid Flat-Top Cooking: Short on schedule? Our seasoned line cooks turn orders around quickly without sacrificing homemade quality.
- Call-Ahead Highway Pickup: Call us 15 minutes before reaching Exit 142, and your hot carryout order will be packed and waiting at the front register.
- Counter & Booth Seating: Grab a quick stool at the counter for fast coffee and eggs, or relax in a booth with your travel crew.
- All-Day Hours (6AM–9PM): Whether you're an early dawn traveler or arriving after evening traffic, our kitchen is always ready.
Road-Tested Traveler Favorites
Satisfying fuel pulled straight from our daily menu for whatever miles lie ahead.
Meat Lover's Breakfast
$12.50Two eggs, two bacon, two sausage links, a slice of ham, with your choice of potato and toast. No substitutions.
Hearty Diner Double
$9.00Two pancakes, two eggs, and your choice of bacon or sausage.
Breakfast Burrito
$12.50Filled with scrambled eggs, onions, green peppers, with your choice of breakfast meat and cheese, served with choice of potato, toast, salsa and sour cream.
Biscuits & Gravy
$9.00Buttermilk biscuit smothered in sausage gravy, served with two eggs and toast.
Monster Burger
$15.00(This one's not for the faint of heart) Two juicy 1/3 lb. patties, with Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ sauce, cheddar cheese, bacon, and grilled jalapenos
Chili
From $4.50Our house made chili is served piping hot, loaded with lean beef, chunks of tomato, and kidney beans. A timeless classic!
Traveler & Highway FAQs
We are just 2 minutes (less than 1 mile) south of Interstate 41 Exit 142 on WI-47 / North Richmond Street. It is a straight, quick turn off the highway with zero traffic backtracks.
Yes! We offer counter stool seating for solo road trippers and quick in-and-out coffee stops, alongside dining booths for families. Our kitchen is known for fast turnaround times so you can eat well without losing hours on your trip.
Yes! Call us directly at (920) 734-9962 while you're driving down I-41, and your hot breakfast or lunch will be packed and ready when you pull in.
We are only about 7 minutes from the Champion Center sports complex. Teams love stopping in for pre-game protein breakfasts and celebratory post-game lunches.
Take Exit 142 & Refuel with Us
Easy highway access, fast homestyle cooking, and hot coffee ready for you at 1939 N Richmond St, Appleton, WI.