You can't go wrong with their breakfast. I had the Denver omelet with hash browns and it was delicious! Very large portions as well. I will definitely come back again! read more

Very good American style breakfast. Lots of food served, hearty! I been Zack twice and am forking my way through menu.

If you are looking for the traditional Greek owned greasy spoon, this is it. Conveniently located on the southwest corner of Whitney Way and Odana Road, it features great burgers, great salads, breakfast all day, wonderful dinner plates and much more! Massive amounts of free parking is right outside! Inexpensive, a great value for the money. read more

I went for lunch and had a house burger and a side salad, which cost all of $9. The burger was great and the service was prompt. If you have 30 minutes to sit down for lunch, this is a great value! read more

The outside look can trick you. The atmosphere inside just makes you want to come back. People seem to enjoy their foods, friendly owners and servers, and the food too obviously delicious. read more

God, it's so shockingly ugly inside here. We both agreed it looked like a funeral parlor. The eggs were ok. read more

We love this place! Everything we've ever ordered has been delicious, the wait staff is always ready to give me more coffee, and every time we ask for a table so we can sit in the sweet rolling vintage upholstered chairs. read more

"Don't let all the cars in the parking lot fool you." Boasts the menu. No, seriously. Don't. Arriving at the Coppertop on a Saturday morning at 9AM you'd think the place was packed. But, no. It's because they share a parking lot with Vitense Golf next door. and while it's hopping, it's not exactly at capacity because the breakfast is, well, just okay. They serve the typical breakfast staples like omelets, skillets, pancakes, and crepes. It's a solid breakfast offering. The service is good, and you won't wait long for your breakfast to arrive or your coffee topped off. I guess the best way to summarize the Coppertop: It's good, but not great. read more

Biscuits and gravy, eggs, hash browns were all exactly what I needed after working overnight shifts out of town. I was their first customer for the morning so service was quick and easy. Friendly service, no complaints. read more

Service was lacking on this Friday night. The place had a hospital cafeteria feel to it. The food was just ok.... I don't think I'll be back. read more

Copper Top is an awesome spot for breakfast and lunch. I no longer live in Madison but ate at Copper Top dozens of times when I was in high school and college there and always try to go back whenever I visit Madison. Don't expect anything fancy...I didn't rate this 5 stars because the food was the best I've ever had. I rated this 5 stars because the service is always great, your coffee is always full, you get your food really fast, and you get a great amount of food for the price you pay. read more

Hey its breakfast...needed late belly fill on a Saturday close to noon. Basic but made fresh. Service was quick but water refills hard to come by. Family run seemed like plenty of regulars. Paid at counter where owner stands guard. No thank you...must be saved for regulars. read more

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Ordered from here for delivery via Straight to Your Door. I've had food delivered by S2YD many, many times in the past, and it's been great. It's gotten here still warm/hot and delicious. The food I received from Copper Top was piping hot! In fact, the corned beef hash warped the Styrofoam container from being so warm still. My problem with the food was the *extreme* lack of seasoning. I ordered Rib Eye w/2 over medium eggs - hash browns with onions & gravy and a side of corned beef hash. Nothing had been salted whatsoever. No salt, no pepper... not even on the steak! It was borderline sacrilegious. The gravy on the hash browns definitely needed salt & pepper... I mean really... why do restaurants cook their food without salt & pepper??? I don't care if they serve old people that can't have salt... then you put it on the menu "We use salt & pepper - please ask your server to have these omitted if you have health concerns". Finally - my last gripe... the hash browns... you can tell they either buy IQF or grate their own... but if they grate their own, they do not par-boil them and then drain them... they were very mushy. Many places do hash browns better. Again, they really needed salt & pepper. I can forgive mushy browns if they're at least seasoned properly. read more

. I've been coming to Coppertop my whole life. It's a go to when my family and I are looking for a cheap quick bite. Their Fish fry deal is awesome, last time I checked it came with an alcoholic beverage (beer or wine) and a desert. This is literally the only resultant I've ever gotten tapioca pudding at, its simple, tasty and satisfy the sweet tooth. This restaurant also has a quaint family feel to it. read more

Very friendly environment to eat alone or with friendsa an families. Owners and staff understand what customers want and promptly deliver. They serve breakfast, brunch and lunch menu that are delicious and not salty. read more

Stopped by today, it's my dads favorite diner spot. I got the triple decker BLT and my sister got the French toast combo, both delicious, do recommend. My grandma got the Mediterranean as a skillet and she didn't like it at all, could only manage to eat the eggs and a few bites of the veggies- I let the server know and the owner at checkout and they said there was nothing they could do. Being someone who works in the industry, if someone complains or doesn't like something, it should be comped or an alternative should be offered... a cute spot otherwise. read more

Had the reuben sandwich. Super con beef but why would you ruin it with fake cheese. Please use real swiss cheese and you would have one of the best reuben's around town. Too bad. I will have to order something else cause you have a great menu. read more

We love coming here. The waitresses are super kind and the owner is warm and friendly. I love their eggs Benedict and their butternut squash soup is to die for! In fact, writing this review has my stomach growling. Ha ha read more

Pretty good, for breakfast at a greasy spoon. I was there at around 11:00 am on a Saturday. Service was nice, the skillet was surprisingly good with tasty potatoes and fresh peppers, and the coffee fair. Copper Top was clean, pleasant, and fairly priced. My only real complaint was the music...a little loud and a little weird. Lighting was crazy bright, but you could see the place was very clean because of that, so I'll call it a wash. All things considered, Copper Top was just fine. I'd certainly go back. read more

One of the best 'diners' in the Madison area. They have a wide menu with excellent sandwiches and breakfasts. Great prices too. I have eaten here many times with friends, family, and coworkers. Enjoyed the food every time. Service is quick at lunch time. My only complaint is the booths are a bit small and cramped. read more

We were looking for a restaurant that was open on Christmas Day any restaurant and on the way saw this one from the highway, so we decided to stop and we are so glad and pleasantly surprised by how nice it was great home like cooking and good attentive staff. I had the Baked Meatloaf and mashed potato and my wife had a club sandwich and both were very good. read more

We ordered the Country Fried Steak Breakfast and the Mexican Skillet both with pancakes. The main meals were both really good. The pancakes were too dry for me but my husband finished all of his pancakes. All in all, it was decent food and large portions for the pricing. I would order from here again--just not the pancakes. read more

Stopped by this morning after I got off work to get myself and my boyfriend some breakfast to go. Initially thought it was a cute restaurant, the women who helped me was fairly rude and didn't even offer a drink while I waited for food but I took it with a grain of salt since it was 6:30 in the morning. This was until a gentleman walked in shortly after me and his service was noticeably better than the service I received. Upon delivering my food the women walked away abruptly without word as soon as the phone rang. Over all the food itself was cold and flavorless. My hash browns and omelet was okay with enough ketchup and my boyfriends country fried steak tasted like flour. All in all the service is poor and the food couldn't even make up for it. read more

Sadly, this used to be a go-to place for breakfast. It was usually crowded and the breakfast was outstanding. Went there Tuesday morning and it pretty much ruined the day. Asked for corned beef hash - extra crispy, got canned very low quality corned beef hash that was far too salty and the cook obviously has no idea what crispy hash even mean (it was like they microwaved it). It was peak breakfast time and there were no more than 3 tables with customers (including us). This owner is either absent or has just given up. read more

I've been coming here ever since I was little, so there's a certain comfort that comes with sitting in one of those booths and getting a big, greasy and good breakfast on a Sunday morning. Everything is pretty standard and good, but there's also not much that especially stands out about their food. Basic and yummy pancakes, eggs, etc. That being said, the service is definitely what makes this place so great. It's family-owned with a comfortable and laid-back feel, and the coffee & water refills are constant which is wonderful! Overall, a nice place to come if you want a simple and comfortable breakfast. read more

The Copper Top seems to be a fave with the bluehair crowd. I've tried several things over the years, but the only really good entree is liver and onions. Yum. read more

Old school diner, comfortable food, service and atmosphere. Nothing new here, just a good standby diner. Why are diners so hard to find in Madison? We eat here more than anywhere else... read more

Everything was great!! I was impressed! The server (H) was nice and brought us lots of coffee! Healthy portions of food, tasty food, too much to finish! I will definitely come back when I'm in Madison again! :) read more

Worst service ever. Cashier walked over and looked in my coffee cup, he didn't believe me when I told him I didn't have coffee. $11 for a bowl of lettuce is ridiculous. read more

The food is not bad. It's not exciting at all either, but if you want some breakfast for a decent price, it's a good enough spot to stop. My one warning for you though is do not order the bloody mary. It is the saddest little thing i've ever ordered. It was just tomato juice mixed with a shot of vodka and a giant pickle spear. It was hilariously sad. Good french toast though. read more

A solid old school diner with your basic breakfast/lunch/dinner fare right off the belt line. Daily breakfast special of an omelette & coffee for $8.00. The portions are good size. The coffee is pretty decent and they offer many different International Delight flavored creamers. The staff is friendly and keep your coffee mug and water glass continually topped off. This seems to be a popular spot for seniors as you see a lot of the same faces on each visit. read more

One of our favorite places in town for basic meals without frills but very consistent and very reasonably priced. We've been there probably 25+ times for breakfast and more than a few times for dinner. The family management is very steady. I recommend most of the breakfast items, the soups, the club sandwich, the burgers, and fish fry. The pancakes are to my liking--more on the crumbly/cakey side than the spongy stuff or the dry, tough ones found all over town. I do not recommend the gyro or cheesesteak--it's easy to get better ones elsewhere in Madison. One wish I have is for the restaurant to expand their dinner hours. They used to do dinner every night of the week. I understand the business decision but it was so nice to have a quiet place for those weeknights that we didn't feel like cooking and wanted something solid, inexpensive, unhurried, and sit-down. Oh, well. read more

I have heard many people rave about this place. The restaurant is very clean and the food was good for a diner but the service was inattentive. Upon talking this over with a friend who is a regular I believe they were short on people. If the service would have been better it would have got four stars. I'll probably visit again. read more

After many restaurant incarnations,the Copper Top has maintained its place as a regular destination for everyone from wayward shoppers to the canasta playing elderly. At one time, this restaurant could have easily been labeled a "deal", but time and hard economic trends have to some extent caught up to the menu. I tried the small Greek salad with lamb, which came with a cup of soup as a special (I chose cheesy broccoli). The soup was good, not too thick. The salad was an ample bowl which included pita slices and a few pepperoncini for good measure. A fresh result overall. Unlike another review's experience, the staff was attentive and friendly. FYI-breakfast is still the best value. read more

Been here a few times... couple brunches & a couple dinners...nice place to relax & enjoy... prices aren't bad, the staff are nice & friendly... read more

The decor is retro so you get the diner feel once you walk in the door. We've been here several times for breakfast. Every time, we are promptly greeted, seated, and a server asks for our drink order shortly after we're settled in. The food is pretty good and you get a generous portion. Today, both my husband and I got omelettes which come with hash browns and a choice of toast and jelly or 2 pancakes. Of course, we opted for the pancakes. I got the Albanian omelette (spinach, sun dried tomatoes, feta cheese, and cucumber yogurt sauce on the side) and my husband got the Mexican omelette. The hash browns were definitely made with freshly grated potatoes and were nice and crispy on the outside. They weren't seasoned like another reviewer said, but I prefer to add seasoning to my taste. Overall, a yummy breakfast (and leftovers for tomorrow!) for a reasonable price with friendly service. read more

My favorite breakfast spot. Coffee is good - they have flavored creamers if you are into that. Many flavors of jellies including Blackberry jam. Good portions for the price. read more

Really a nice place for home cooking. The staff is friendly and the specials are great. Try their chicken dumpling soup, one of the best soups around. Portions are large, super breakfasts. Just wish they had evening hours again for dinner. sigh.... read more

I was fortunate to have a Groupon for buy one breakfast get one free because the food was less than average. It is difficult to screw up breakfast, but the Cooper Top managed to do so. The hash browns tasted as if they were from the day before. The eggs were over cooked and the toast appeared as it was toasted much earlier and added to orders as needed. The decor is hideous but the service was decent and friendly. No need or desire to return. read more

I stop here frequently for lunches during the work week. There is a daily special which is reasonably priced and always provides more than enough food. Nothing special - classic diner cuisine, sandwiches, side salads, and soups. I am a fan though, because the place has a cozy and welcoming feel. Almost feels like you've gone back in time a bit. Service can be a tad slow, but most of the patrons aren't in a hurry. I recommend the Reuben! Chicken noodle soup is also a winner. read more