And the Winner of Reader's Choice for Best Brunch Is...

The results are in:  has some serious bragging rights when it comes to brunch in Burnsville. — taking 308 votes, about 72 percent of all ballots cast. Jensen's came in second with 95 votes and a goodly number of supportive comments.

This is just the latest success for the new restaurant, which . Just a few weeks ago, (known as the Silver Fork) at Bite of Burnsville.

It is abundantly clear that the team has built up a devoted fan base in the last seven months.

"The Creme Brulee French Toast is the best ever! The servers are so friendly and quick and on top of things," wrote patron . "Well worth the money for the food and friendly service!"

Ernie's got high marks for both its comfort foods and its innovative recipes, among them a heart-stopping Bacon Brownie Sundae and a dill pickle muffin.

"The Creme Brûlée French toast and made to order omelettes at Ernie's are the best! The Sunday brunch is very well priced, but even when it is busy, the buffet is always well stocked," said . "There unique muffin options are great - some I would never think would work (like dill pickle) but they are great. If you haven't tried Ernies yet, you are missing out!"

It is also worth noting that the poll itself broke Burnsville Patch's own records. The article generated some of the highest traffic, almost 500 total votes, 156 Facebook recommendations and the most comments for all of 2012 so far.

Be sure to follow Burnsville Patch on Twitter, "Like" us on Facebook, and sign up for our newsletters, which send you updates about stories, breaking news, announcements, events and blogs on our site.