I first visited this place back in 2017/2018 as a recommendation from a friend from the area since…read moreI was in town for a wedding. I absolutely loved it and it became one of my top 3 favorite brunch places in Wisconsin. I happened to be back in town for work, and of course, I had to come back. Of course, it's still just as great. I've since come back 3 mornings in a row while I was in town as I don't even want to try anything else in the area. Their ingredients are fresh and local, and their service is great. Everyone is really nice and on top of it. The only complaint I have is that their brewed coffee isn't good and really shouldn't be the case. It was burnt and even smelled like it. Could barely drink it. I'd love to see them up their coffee game. However, I didn't mind because I love their brunch that much. Just be sure to make reservations on the weekends as they book up pretty quick ahead of time.

2025 update: get the butternut squash Benedict…read more We have never had a bad meal at SAP. The baked goods are amazing, the breakfast dishes so perfectly prepared and the lunch specials always great. Service is fantastic and we usually sit at the bar. Especially recommend the seasonal barista specials. The lemon ricotta pancakes are out of this wor

If you look back over my reviews, there are not a ton of 5-star reviews. On my first, but not last,…read morevisit to Author's there was virtually nothing to complain about! We went to one of their limited dinner services. I had called the day before and reserved a table. When we were quickly seated at a table by the entrance, I admit being suspect of how our visit would go. The hostess asked if the table was alright and pointed out a heater by the table. Not only did it keep us warm, it made our table feel cozy. Despite it being very busy, I'd describe the restaurant as being a great place for a special date. Our waiter for the evening brought great energy. His timing was great and his knowledge of the food served was helpful. Without hesitation he suggested the Napolitana (which was phenomenal). He also made the restaurant less pretentious than I had assumed it would be and it definitely wasn't pretentious). We ordered the empanadas and beet salad as appetizers. Great picks and I'd return just to get the empanadas! As previously stated, I had the Napolitana. My dining partner has the quinoa bowl but added chicken to it. No complaints for either. We finished with two desserts suggested by our waiter. Although truly full from our meal, we polished off the tasty treats. I'm going back, just disappointed I've haven't visited it before now.

Went there for dinner tonight to celebrate my husband's birthday and we were treated unbelievably…read morewell!!! From the moment we walked in we were greeted incredibly warmly! Unbelievable hospitality from the staff (Jackie and Victoria). The food is amazing, fresh, dimensional and just plain delicious . The atmosphere is so wonderful and always cozy/warm. Can't say enough about Authors. We absolutely HIGHLY RECOMMEND. If you still haven't you absolutely have to check it out for yourself. You will NOT be disappointed!

Field & Fire is a hidden gem!…read more Delicious entrees, great wines and bourbon complement the cozy atmosphere and service! We loved our dinner, sharing meatballs as appetizers, a perfectly prepared tenderloin and a delicious dessert! Can't wait to come back and try the pizza!

Fabulous food and atmosphere! Enjoyed sitting at bar watching food be prepared…read more Menu is seasonal which adds to new experience!

Let's start by calling this a 4.5 star review (it's almost 2026, maybe Yelp could start allowing…read more1/2 stars). I've eaten here a handful of times. It is good enough to keep bringing me back. The restaurant is comfortable with spacious booths and tables spread nicely through several dining areas. The service has always been solid and the food has been tasty and reasonably priced. Today, I had breakfast with a friend. We were seated promptly and received our coffees (and a carafe) shortly after. The menu isn't as huge as some breakfast places but offers something for everyone. You can also get lunch starting at 10 AM. I've had their breakfast buffet (check for hours), their cinnamon rolls and several breakfast items. They have always been appropriately prepared. Today, I had their eggs Benedict. The hashbrowns accompanying the meal were fantastic. The flavor was good; however, my eggs were harder than requested. My friend had the kielbasa/sausage, which looked good too. Our server was attentive and helpful. If you are in the area, this is a tried and true restaurant!

My friend and I tried this place a few days ago and wow! The best French toast I've ever had, the…read morepotatoes were also super good. Definitely worth the 30 min wait we had which is expected with a popular place! The waiter was very attentive, helped us with favorites from the menu and all!

Experiencing Moon Water Cafe is like experiencing what it's like to be in heaven. Soft jazz music…read moreplaying, delightful decor, and friendly staff who treat you like a friend. The food is as good as you would expect for a small slice of heaven :)

Food and drinks are good, but pricey. The environment is very nice and cozy. Nice place to have…read morecoffee and catch up with a friend.

Atmosphere: Lots of booths to sit in, super bright lights and bright white with lots of windows…read more Off street parking. There is a hostess stand and an area to sit while you wait for a table (it was about a 10 minute wait for a table). Service: They delivered the food and refilled coffee and waters promptly. Food: They can't accommodate any custom requests. I asked for extra crispy bacon on my eggs benedict and they said they would see what they could do. It was really soggy and chewy so I couldn't eat it (texture issue). Do not order the eggs benedict, three of us at the table ordered different variations of this dish and were all disappointed (zero texture, extra soggy, no flavor, too much hollandaise sauce). Do not order the eggs benedict on the potato pancakes if you are hungry, the potato pancakes were as thin as a dime and the size of my hand. I left hungry and went home to eat. The one person who didn't order the eggs benedict loved their food. The rest of the food that was coming out looked great, I think we just ordered the wrong dishes. We'll give this place a try again in the future to try something else off the menu.

If you're not ready to wait a little bit or looking for a large restaurant, then this isn't the…read moreplace. However, if you're looking for a great brunch and a LOT of it, it doesn't get better in the Fox Valley. Holy geez! My wife had leftovers for dinner and the next day's breakfast! I've never seen such a mound! Wish they had mimosas on a weekend, but the service is great, the portions are nuts, and the food is excellent!

We made reservations for a group of 25. The request was that we could all sit together, at one big…read moretable, when they first open at 7am, and that we could all have separate checks. Almost all of our group was a . senior, with the oldest being 97. We needed a place that has no steps or anything. Our visit was amazing from start to finish! They provided a large private area and the table set up for all of us that worked awesome. It was in a huge square and everyone could see and talk to each other while sitting. The food was fantastic as was our waitress and the rest of the staff. In my eyes, our visit couldn't have been better. I would highly recommend The Machine Shed to everyone. They definitely went over and above to make everything perfect for us! Thank you!

Had breakfast there- very very good. Went back next day and tried dinner- chicken pot pie: decent…read more Mashed potato sidedish: meh & served it cool, not even warm. French onion soup: AWFUL. 2 small spoons was enough to know upset stomach alert! Waitress took it away never asking if anything was wrong with it- still on bill. I don't make a scene or an argument- i simply do not return! And i won't.....

Absolutely love that they are still in business!! Their…read morebreakfast with pancakes always hits the spot! Love stopping by whenever I'm back in town!

Was in town for work and wanted somewhere to stop for a quick breakfast and this place did not…read moredisappoint. It was in a very unassuming location but was so cute and old school inside, it brought me back. I sat at the counter and got an order of pancakes and bacon. The pancakes were amazing. The bacon was a little too thin and crispy for my taste but I still love bacon. This was a great spot!

The food and coffee are fantastic! Great place for a breakfast sandwich and coffee and to visit…read morewith friends and family.

The coffee is excellent, the atmosphere is inviting, and the staff is always welcoming and…read moreaccommodating. I applaud you for offering a gluten free choice in baked goods, but I would like to make a constructive suggestion. Would it be possible to have gluten free separated from the rest of the baked goods? I only ask because I ordered a gluten free scone at your North location and found out the hard way a few hours later that I was given one with gluten. All of the scones were in the same showcase without separation.

Immediately felt welcome in this place. Friendly host, bartenders and waitstaff. The mocktails were…read moredelicious. We had buffalo tots which were quite good. Crispy with big chunks of bacon and bleu cheese. Also had their house made sausage Tuesday special. Very yummy with garlic and sun-dried tomatoes right in the middle. If you need GF options they have em. Didn't have room for dessert but the selections sounded divine. Was a very comfy cozy atmosphere. Not loud and obnoxious where you can't hear your table mates. Seemed like the parking lot was fuller than the crowd let on but found out many folks were attending a show at the PAC so probably walked from there. I will take every future opportunity to go back to this place. Mwah!

This place has incredible food. It's probably the best burger in town. They also have some top…read morequality specials. The service is always good, nice drink options and great appetizers. Highly recommend!