It has been a midtown Tucson staple for 60 years. Located on 22nd Street, Gus Balon's is known for its great food and sweet treats, as well as its friendly staff.

"On Saturday's we go through at least 45, maybe 60 dozen," said owner and general manager Kelli Phillips about how many eggs they use.

Gus Balon's has been a breakfast and lunch institution for Tucsonans since 1965. Recently, as Gus Balon's celebrated its 60th anniversary, Kelli was running the show from the kitchen.

She is the third generation of the Balon family operating the restaurant famous for its made-from-scratch diner classics. Kelli and her husband Will still use the same recipes developed by her grandparents Gus and Kay Balon.

Gus was one of nine kids, of Greek descent.

"Our last name was originally Paleopolis," e

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