Everyone is so nice and welcoming, food was exellent and happy with the veggie scramble. Definitely…read morea place to stop by for breakfast.

This cafe/diner is the real deal! Let's start with the magical words, "breakfast served all day,"…read moreand then continue with a list of about twenty kinds of pie!!! I enjoyed the breakfast quesadilla for lunch - and took home half to enjoy tomorrow. Added a piece of delicious peach pie (in a brilliant move, I traded half of my slice for a sample of my friends strawberry rhubarb) My friend ordered the hot turkey sandwich. Everything was delicious and the server was cheery and kept the drink refills coming. The only thing stopping me from sampling my way through the menu is I'll have a hard time not repeating my original order, I enjoyed it so much!

Easily my favorite restaurant. I love the staff as well! Very comfortable with delicious food.read more

Best breakfast food we've had in AGES. Hands down best breakfast in Topeka, Lawrence, or Olathe…read more Crispy hashbrowns and the BACON is the best bacon I've had from any restaurant anywhere!!! Thick, crispy, and slightly sweet. Waitress was friendly and attentive.

Something about having breakfast served by someone else feels comforting and luxurious all at once…read more This spot checks all the boxes - breakfast bowls and plates, burritos and French Toast (but leave the donut holes for someone else!). I had perfect pancakes with bananas on top (extra carbs with hash browns on the side). It's buzzing with chatter and laughter and good vibes only - grateful for the home style meal and precious moments.

We came here for breakfast at the beginning of a long road trip to Colorado. We were seated quickly…read moreamong a lot of locals - always a good sign for me. The pancakes were very good, the coffee was good and plentiful (my own carafe) and the service was attentive. The only thing that was less than stellar was the overcooked steak my wife got with her breakfast but, to be honest, most breakfast steaks we get are overcooked. Overall I would recommend!

Visited for breakfast on Sunday morning around 8 am. Wasn't busy. Ambiance comparable to a Dennys…read moreor IHOP. Perfect for brunch after church. I had a coffee to start. They give you a fresh pot to pour yourself. Ordered a Red White and Blue waffle platter. The waffle was fluffy and came with plenty of fruit for toppings. The eggs were diner style, hash browns were crispy, and the sausage patties were freshly cooked. Good portion sizes, left there feeling full.

They corrected issues and gave big discounts to us to make up for it. My toddler's French toast…read morebites were burned the first time coming out, and they remade them. My food took a while to come out (we were a party of 15 so I expected that) and there were a few other issues with orders at my table. Management came out and corrected everything, gave a $20 gift card to my father in law, and gave big discounts to anyone that had issues. They made my son's meal and mine completely free, so I only paid for my wife's meal and daughter's meal. Incredible service, great food. Way to take responsibility for issues and more than make up for it. Great work!

I had occasion to visit the VA hospital this week for an 8am appt, and wanted breakfast once the…read moreappt was done. My husband asked about a chicken friend steak, so I Yelp'd and low-and-behold, Cook's is really close to where we were. I was raised in a small midwestern town, and this, folks, is a quintessential midwestern diner! I didn't snap a pic of the menu, but ordering is done at the register and all the prices are very reasonable. I ordered a coffee & western omelette, which came with a side of hash-browns and biscuit. The coffee, very standard diner percolator brewed stuff, was fresh and the perfect consistency. The food was served quickly by a cheerful waitress who came by a few times to continue to check on us. My husband was very pleased with his chicken fried steak, hash-browns, eggs and toast. My breakfast was well-portioned; not a huge plate but definitely ample, fresh and tasty! The best part of the experience for me what the cleanliness of the dining room. Not fancy- utilitarian carpet, linoleum table tops- but so clean, fresh and well-tended. It seemed busy for a Thursday morning; more than half the dining room was occupied, and the low storefront of the building is easy to miss, but I was confident these customers were regulars. We don't live in Topeka, but this is now my fav restaurant there, so I plan to return!

It has been about 2 years since I had been to Cooks. It has not changed and the food quantity and…read morequality is still a good place to find a great breakfast and lunch meal. Coffee was good. The staff are always helpful. They have good deserts also. Not fancy but very relaxing place. Bisquits and gravy were great.

Legendary to me the burger was great and after a dusting of snow the chili hits the spot…read more Staff and s great and always friendly wanting to make sure you are taken care of. It's a good old time drive in. They have car hops if you want to eat in your car but I enjoy going in

The car hops provide excellent service! Tip them well. Nothing better than a. Burger and…read morechocolate malt.

The Madison Street Diner, located right inside the Ramada Hotel and Convention Center, opened in…read more2006. It's not a giant establishment, but is comfy and relaxing. No need to dress up - it's a casual environment, with booths and tables and adequate but not glaring, light. And, they're open till 10pm. The general atmosphere is of a clean, modern diner. Think "fancy Denny's". When we went, around 1 on a Monday or Tuesday, the place was almost vacant, so by my experience, I'd say the place is pretty quiet too. The menu had a nice selection of sandwiches and diner-esque type food. Enough selection to feel you have a good choice without being overwhelmed. Mostly sandwiches, soups, and salads. I, as is typical of someone with a burger fetish, ordered a basic cheeseburger. 'Tis one of those basic foods I judge new restaurants on based on a previous set bar in my head. The service was pleasant and everything we ordered arrived fairly quickly and tasted fine, though it wasn't spectacular. Just average. The prices were about average too - $7-$9 a plate. I really wanted to fall in love with Madison Street Diner being a locally owned non-chain eatery, but I didn't. I imagine they make most of their sales to hotel guests and those passing through. Because of the lack of sensational food, this is probably not a place I'll frequent. Everything else about the dining experience was nothing to deter me though and if you like basic diner food give it a try!

Had our first meal at the Diner as my wife and I are here for an extended stay. Prices were very…read morefair but a very good deal if you purchase the vouchers at the hotel front desk where you receive a $15 voucher for $10. My wife had the beef kabob with vegetables and rice and I had the chicken fried steak with potatoes/gravy and a side salad. The beef kabob was tender with delicious vegetables. The chicken fried steak was one of the best chicken fried steaks I have had with great flavor. The side salad was fresh spring lettuce and tasty toppings. The best however was last. We ordered a piece of strawberry cake for dessert. It was one of the most moist and delicious cakes we have ever had and was only $2.99! Full bill with drinks and dessert was $30 including tax and tip. With our $5 off from our voucher made it $25. We will be back. Staff was friendly, personable and ready to help.

If you crave a good grilled cheese sandwich this is the place! My husband loves grilled cheese and…read moreis always on the hunt for a unique but tasty one. Not only do they have great grilled cheese but also good and fresh salads. Highly recommend this place for great food, friendly and welcoming service plus a cozy atmosphere.

Established in 2015 and in the NOTO Arts District (cute and slow, inside & out!), I rolled in late…read moreand was able to grab a grilled cheese - one of their award-winning "How Now, Bleu Cow" with a medley of (you guessed it, bleu) cheeses, bacon, garlic aioli and onion jam (hold the roast beef). It was gooey and melty, not greasy, although not quite as flavorful as the ingredients would suggest. A side salad fresh from the garden with jalapeño ranch was a surprising favorite, and a nice balance. A huge patio offers large seating for groups and play space for the kiddos. Everyone should go home happy!

The restaurant itself is a little outdated and dark. Definitely needs a little deep clean! But let…read moreme continue on to the great food and service. We had breakfast on a Saturday morning and it was delicious. Giant cinnamon roll with the perfect amount of cinnamon and icing. Eggs were cooked perfectly and pancakes were amazing. I scraped my plate! The server was so kind and checked on us a few times. She also seemed to go above and beyond for the other tables around us. We will definitely be back!!

Rude and food is gross. Would give 1 star if I could. Would not recommend as there are better…read morerestaurants in town.

There is not much to this place as far as ambience is concerned. It's a bar with TV's, beer, and…read moresome of the best food you can find. The burgers are outstanding. Maybe the best in town. Service is quick no matter how busy they are. Try it and you won't regret it.

Burgers and fries had ZERO seasonings and were incredibly bland. The actual burger was much smaller…read morethan the bun and had a few bites that were 90% bread and no almost no burger. Service was mediocre at best. Although it seems like regulars were warmly greeted and checked on often.