I came to the diner expecting way too much from people saying this is the go to made from scratch pie place. I ordered the Popeye, a spinach omelette and a slice of apple pie. The omelette was OK like 2.5 stars with fresh spinach, tomatoes, olives and feta cheese. The eggs were overcooked leaning heavily toward rubbery. Ingredients were as advertised but took over because of the omelette's texture. The star was the biscuit - layered and buttery perfect with some honey. I ordered the apple pie but it had a crumb topping which was very blond in color with a thick underbelly of floured glue! Yuck I complained and was told that this is how they make their pies and if I wanted a full top crust- well only cherry and peach apple have double crusts. Cherry pie did have a double crust and the filling was almost thick enough to hold up my fork! I'm not sure that the cherry filling was not canned. What do you think? Service was excellent my waitress was attentive and very loyal to the business. She stated she told the cook? about my apple pie concerns and proudly gave me a coupon for a free slice of pie the next time I dined inside. I left the coupon with a substantial tip for her service. read more

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This was a fun place I'd go again. The menu is a little limited as well. The service was good but not excellent. It was busy but not super busy and it just took the waitress awhile to come check on us. The food was very yummy though!! I'd recommend any breakfast item! read more

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While working in Middleton, Wisconsin, we stopped into Hubbard Avenue Diner for lunch (right next to the National Mustard Museum). It ended up being the perfect quick stop during our break. This classic American diner has really cute retro vibes, friendly service, and a menu full of comfort food favorites. I ordered the half sandwich and soup combo -- the turkey pesto sandwich was fresh and flavorful, and the white chicken chili was warm and delicious. They're also known for their pies , so definitely consider saving room for dessert! read more

Hubbard Avenue Diner - New American Near Me - Middleton, Wisconsin

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Great service. Great place for brunch. Avocado Benedict was perfect, with a nice warm, runny yolk. The Biscuit Sandwich had a soft, buttery biscuit with egg, cheese, and bacon. All stacked high. We were there at peak brunch time, so it was pretty packed and a bit louder than usual. But, it cleared pretty fast. read more

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Hubbard Ave. Diner is as Americana as you can get. The food is all made daily on site. They're known for all their pies. Thru offer different varieties dept ding in the season. All the food was good and service was nice. They offer meatloaf, burgers and fish fry Fridays typical to diners along with a decent menu. The popover rolls were served warm with butter! I liked that they chilled the salad plate and greens were nice and crisp. The turkey dinner was good and wholesome with a really good cranberry relish. The broasted 1/2 chicken was good too. We split a slice of caramel apple pie and I can say I loved it as the crust was really flaky! read more

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You can always count on efficient service and delicious comfort food at Hubbard Ave Diner. The diner decor makes it cute and nostalgic. The pies are top notch, but don't sleep on the shakes! We usually are there at breakfast time (which is served all day!), so my go-to is often the scramble of the day. The homemade biscuits are amazing. Today we stopped for lunch, and I tried the white chicken chili. I cannot wait to go back for it! The bowl was a very generous, filling portion...served frito pie style made it even better. I also had a really tasty iced vanilla latte. The menu variety makes this a great place for groups...especially our family with a wide range of tastes. There is something for everyone! read more

We had lunch at this retro diner during a recent trip to Madison and weren't disappointed. My wife enjoyed her turkey and trimmings meal and my fish fry was good. The fish was fried in old oil which kept it from being very good. The fries were pretty nice though. Our server kept our glasses refilled and the food was delivered quickly. The missus does love a good mash and gravy and wasn't disappointed. The atmosphere was busy but not too noisy to enjoy a quiet talk across the table. We have been here before and the food is consistently good. read more

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This diner is super cute with quick and efficient service. We were greeted at the door with a smile and seated fairly quickly, especially for a Saturday during brunch time. The chocolate chip pancakes were tasty--though I wish they had a bit more chocolate mixed in. The farmer's skillet was delicious as well, hearty and satisfying. Everything here felt very classic diner, in the best way. Overall, we had a lovely brunch experience and I'd definitely love to come back to try the pies next time! read more

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I've been several times now across a couple months and their service is consistently amazing. There's a reason they're famous for their pie, and it's because their pies are decadent and filling across the board. The rest of the food is also worth getting; real comfort dishes. read more

Hubbard Avenue Diner - Key Lime Slice of Pie - New American Near Me - Middleton, Wisconsin

Service is great. Retro diner vibe with average food. The chocolate chip pancakes were good. Eggs Benedict was average, nothing to write home about. Pesto turkey sandwich was good but not much to that but sliced turkey and pesto mayo. White chicken chili was disappointing. I would come back to try the pie since I heard good things about it but probably would not be back for a meal. read more

I stopped by for dinner on a Friday evening. Luckily I got the last seat. Duo of silk pie was my favorite item here. It had a nice peanut butter layer and a chocolate layer. I also went for a cherry pie milkshake. I think cherry pie and milkshake makes a wierd combination. I should have gone for some other pie, or may be a regular milk shake. Grilled Salmon platter was my favorite entree. Friday fish fry was good as well. It came with a soft bread which I throughly enjoyed. read more

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If you are looking for a home cooked, Midwest comfort food. Whether you are passing through and short on time, or wanting to meet up with old friends who are here for the weekend, this is The Place. Something for all generations. Service with a smile! Especially on Pi Day. We had our pies delivered this year. Perfect as always. The ambiance depends on the day and time. It can be loud with kids, it can be quiet. You decide. The lines on weekends are usually no more then 20 - 30 minutes which is reasonable. read more

Such a cute diner in Middleton and a good location! Excellent food with a very wide menu selection. Service here was great, definitely need to come back! read more

Hubbard Avenue Diner - Grilled Salmon Platter - New American Near Me - Middleton, Wisconsin

Full disclosure: I've never actually eaten at this diner before, but gotta give it 5 stars because they sell the best pies in town! Try their takeout apple pie - so good! read more

We were recently visiting Madison and went to the diner several nights when we were there. The menu has so many options. The Cobb salad was amazing. Our group had various menu items different nights. All of them were well liked. Portions were generous. Pie is amazing there! And carrot cake was delicious. The middle of the restaurant could use some more lighting as it's darker. Can be hard to see your food. The wait staff is amazing and were running around like crazy. They could use some more wait staff! Highly recommend! read more

This is a nice, clean location to meet up for a little breakfast or lunch. The menu has a nice variety of items so you can be sure everyone will be able to have something they like. The old-timey decor is a cool throwback that I really enjoyed. The food is good. Since we were there for breakfast, I dove head-first into the carnivore ("meat lovers") omelette. More of a concern than a complement - there was actually too much meat! I didn't expect that... it was fine, but the meat was overpowering and it no longer felt like an egg dish. Next time, I'll dial it back with a more basic omelette (or just fried eggs or something). Staff were very friendly and took great care of my mom (her 80th) birthday. The inside is clean and spacious, so it never got too loud or crazy. Very nice. read more

What a great place to eat! Many great options for meals with breakfast any time and always save room for dessert with so many delicious pies and other sweet treats! A cute place to eat with quick and friendly service and plenty of nearby parking! Love eating here! read more

Hubbard Avenue Diner - Finished off the main course but saved room for French Silk Pie for dessert! Delicious! - New American Near Me - Middleton, Wisconsin

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Service smooth, service super great, fast efficient! Si glad we made it in ! I wish i had room for pie or ice cream . Very busy yet these women are super organized and take care of everything and everyone swimmingly read more

Hubbard Avenue Diner - What they offer in addition to DELICIOUS heuvos rancheros , - New American Near Me - Middleton, Wisconsin

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Good food and great service ! Excellent pies and service. Great family restaurant that serves breakfast all day!!

This classic diner will immediately catch your eye among the pretty yuppie looking Middleton downtown. The first and biggest thing I'll say is the hospitality is excellent. We were instantly greeted with classic Midwest conversation. Smiles abound here. We loved the colorful ceramics. The interior design was a delightful mix of old kitschy. We got French Toast and the Breakfast Club. The French toast oooweee, was basically just a deconstructed cinnamon roll. The texture was the exact same. It was very rich, delightly sweet. Could be too sweet for some. The breakfast club was great. Loved the goat cheese, well balanced. Definitely the better of the two. TLDR: great diner food and even better diner hospitality! read more

Hubbard Avenue Diner - French toast - New American Near Me - Middleton, Wisconsin

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The kids meals were average. Their huevos rancheros was probably the worst rendition of that dish I've ever eaten. The cold eggs and not yet ripe avocado slices sealed the deal. Their Salsa Verde was delicious though. Anyway the service was slow going, but it was a prime hour for them. This visit was crummy but I'd still eat there again, just not that dish. read more

We traveled from Cincinnati to meet friends from Minneapolis in Middleton, WI. We asked the receptionist at the hotel about local restaurants, and he recommended the Hubbard Avenue Diner. We went there for dinner on a Tuesday evening and it was packed. We thought the service was excellent, the food terrific and the atmosphere was just like the many diners we have eaten in when we lived on the East Coast. The major difference being, on the East Coast most diners also offer Greek food, but in this diner there is a Mexican influence in some food items. We thought this place was a very enjoyable experience. read more

All of it, except the lack of sausage gravy on the menu!! Would love to have a biscuit with sausage gravy.

From the outside-in, Hubbard Diner has a very classic and charming feel. They definitely take pride in their ambiance. Just going in and seeing the wide selection of bakery is a fun experience, the pies are incredible! My sit-down experiences have been decent, the service hasn't always been very friendly or inviting, even when it isn't busy. There are tables, booths and old-fashioned diner stools to sit at. Big menu selection for both breakfast and lunch, along with lovely desserts and fun millshake/malt choices. The prices are on the higher end for diners, but nothing completely unreasonable. You definitely get a decent sized portion for what you're paying for in all of my experiences here so far. They keep the tables, floors and bathrooms clean, which definitely counts for something these days. I think with some friendlier service, this place would be one of my bigger go-to places for breakfast, lunch or just a nice, thick malt or milkshake! Check it out on a weekday when it's not at the lunch rush to beat the crowds and see for yourself! read more

We came in for a snack of pie and fries and the food was fresh, hot, and the pie was delicious! Haven't tried their breakfast but we would definitely recommend stopping in for the pie! We had the Kentucky derby which was chocolate chips, pecans, and bourbon. So gooood. read more

Hubbard Avenue Diner - New American Near Me - Middleton, Wisconsin

Service was very good and the food was good also. I ordered an omelette with hash browns and biscuit with coffee. Sat at counter because it was busy. Omelette was really fluffy and delicious. Hash browns could have been crispier...just looked like they were barely browned. I like that they put a small pot of coffee on the counter so you don't have to flag a waitress down every time you want a refill. Would definitely come back here again. read more

Visiting the Mustard Museum next door and they recommended the diner. Staff was super friendly! Got the Cobb salad and it was delicious. Huge too! Too stuffed to try a piece of great looking pie. Oh well, next time! read more

I've been there twice with guests. I'd heard such good things about the food and the hometown feel of the place, but I feel like they're trying too hard with their "punny" t-shirts. The food was okay, but on our second visit, it took a long time even though the place wasn't busy. And we had to send most of the food back because it arrived cold. The server was top notch. When I asked her for fresh eggs and pancakes for my wife and fresh eggs and has towns for me, she helped us immediately without making it weird. With that said, Im just not gonna go back after the second "so-so" experience. Sorry Hubbard Ave read more

This place is awesome! Anything you order here is absolutely delicious. It's also located in a great place where you can eat food and then visit the Mustard Museum next door. You can't leave here without trying their pie, best rhubarb strawberry pie in town! read more

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Lighting when entering was a little on the darker side, though that is understandable considering this is more of a dive-like environment. Place is quite busy, but found a nice countertop space immediately. Coffee is average, but the nice thing is they provided an additional pot to refill it yourself, which is great since I drink a LOT of it. I got the traditional french toast: three pieces with berries and cream. Food itself arrived at about average time, which is good considering how packed the place looked. I would highly recommend the berries and cream addition. I can tell immediately that the french toast would have tasted rather plain if not. However, the cream binds it all together quite nicely, with a subtle sweetness that isn't overpowering but also adds good moisture and body. The cream seems to be cream cheese based; while I normally detest cream cheese, I was pleasantly surprised with how it didn't seem to overpower the entire dish. The french toast itself was ok, while I can taste the cinnamon and the spices in the egg batter as they described, I wish they could have added just a tad more of the spices. The syrup, as always, is a reliable friend that is vital to the french toast experience. Overall, I'm glad that I came out to Middleton for this place. It didn't blow my mind, but it was a very nice brunch experience regardless. read more

Hubbard Avenue Diner - Traditional french toast: three pieces with berries and cream. - New American Near Me - Middleton, Wisconsin

I was very pleased with Hubbard Avenue Diner. Both my meal and my friends meal were equally delicious. I ordered a Denver omelette with hash-browns and a biscuit. The omelette was full of meat, cheese, and veggies, and overall was light, fluffy, and delicious. The biscuit was very delicious as well. The most disappointing thing about my meal were the hash browns, which were bland and undercooked. Lastly, let me tell ya about the pies! I ordered the pecan pie and it was one of the best pecan pies that I've ever had. My buddy got the coconut silk and the bite I had of his pie was equally delicious. If you're in Middleton and looking for a winner, then I highly recommend checking out Hubbard Avenue Diner. read more

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The atmosphere is classic, the service is strong and the food is satisfying. Search the broad menu and find delicacies from the basics to extraordinary. We ventured out and found the meatloaf to be exceptional. Bacon Blue cheese burger was complimented by grilled onions and a bun that was soft and warm. Rounding it out, I went for the Bailey's cookies and cream boozy shake was unforgettable and extravagant. Get out and experience this gem in Middleton. read more

Hubbard Avenue Diner - Bailey's Cookies and cream boozy shake - New American Near Me - Middleton, Wisconsin

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A very hip and popular place in Middleton for the locals. The food is quite good and I believe it's all homemade. The reason for 3 stars is in part (the actual reason I rarely eat here is following) the fact that this place is adamantly opposed to having the very (I want to add that this is a liberal area, (myself included except not extreme left) which seems could be the reason they don't have the ONE item I would be a regular) southern style staple: Biscuits and gravy. They have biscuits. Probably have gravy. They offer sausage patties on the breakfast menu. So there is logically only one reason they refuse to serve this meal. And I doubt it is because they are concerned for fat people and cholesterol. The second gripe is Fish and Chips. It's only a Friday offering. As a backslider catholic who doesn't care about the Friday fish nonsense, I can instead generally want fish and chips when I see it on a menu unless it outright appears their fish isn't going to be a very good type of fish being cooked. Everyone has fries Whatever, it's not a big deal. My eggs and hash browns tonight were pretty good and the bacon was great. I don't think the hash browns were fresh tasting, very starchy, but the eggs were spot on! My sidekick, Nicole, my favorite daughter (only one) had some very tasty looking pancakes. read more

while I very much love Hubbard for pie, I can't say I've been a fan of their savory fare. Yesterday, I went there for breakfast with friends and it was far worse than ever. I had a borderline edible omelette that was dry and overcooked filled with meat scraps that were equally bone dry. The whole thing was utterly disgusting. Even the biscuit, which I remember being fairly good, was not. I'll go there for pie, but never again for breakfast. read more

I guess I should have ordered pie only. I made the mistake of ordering eggs,bacon and toast. The service was sloooow. The eggs tasted more like road kill then Fresh scrambled. The bacon was the highlight because it was crisp and tasty. The hash browns were good. The strange part was I ordered sourdough toast and they sent out pumpernickel. Ok whatever. Breakfast here is questionable. read more

Food was amazing, good diner ambience, we stood and waited to be seated and were ignored for 5 minutes until we finally just sat at the counter which was first come and then our service was great. The hostess obviously had a problem with us for some reason. ?? She was extremely prompt and friendly to people who came in right after us. My husband and I had to laugh about it...guess they don't care for obvious out of towners?? Weird. Forgot to mention- try the biscuits, soooo good!!! read more

Solid place for lunch with a large menu selection. I had the black bean burger as well as the huevos rancheros, and they were both delicious in the most classic way. They also served my food at a very fast speed, which was excellent. We also had the key lime pie and it was pretty good as well. Majority of the items on menu you will be able to find in other diners or breakfast places, and this place prepares them very similarly as those other places. For a town like Middleton, having Hubbard Avenue Diner is excellent as it serves many people here. read more

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This bad review is for the floor manager today at 2pm. I just wanted a nice lunch with my son. Our food was good, our waitress was kind and attentive. I was sitting at table 17 and the afternoon sun hit the window glass of a car parked right outside the restaurant- causing very bright blinding sunlight to hit my eyes. I put on my prescription sunglasses and the light was still blindingly bright. The waitress checked on us and I asked if they could lower the blinds for that window, explaining that the sun was hitting me directly in my eyes. She said she had to check with her manager. She came back after a few minutes and told me he had said they couldn't lower it because there were people sitting at that table. No one asked the people sitting there if it was ok to lower the blinds. Every time someone passed in front of that window it caused the light to flash in my eyes. It hurt. I finally had to either crouch in the corner and get low enough that the head of the customer at the next table blocked the light or hold my hand in front of my face to block the light. It ruined the whole meal. As we were getting the check I asked the waitress to get the manager and have him sit there to see how bad it was. She thought I was joking but I told her I was serious. He did and admitted that it was too bright and apologized. I told him all they needed to do was ask the other table if they could lower the blinds but they didn't. He said it was not him but the floor manager who had made that decision. Floor Manager- you failed your customers today. That was really bad customer service that you could have remedied really easily just by asking the other table if it was ok to lower the blinds. They probably wouldn't have cared. It is an hour later; I'm still seeing spots in the area where the sun reflection was hitting my eyes and my eyes hurt. I hope someone higher up has a talk with the floor manager; that was an incredibly rude decision that caused your customer actual pain. Shame on you! Upper management- there needs to be a policy in place about an issue like this. No customers should have to endure blinding light in their eyes when they are trying to eat their meal. read more

Typical average service. Hostess sat me and never told the server I was there. Waited. Eggs Benedict was extremely dry and needed more Hollandaise. Hash browns weren't great and not hot. I like the coffee pots on the table. The dining room is very attractive with high ceilings and lots of window light. Food was average Service was below average Facility above average Score is a generous 3 read more

Great service! Always busy! The corned beef hash wasn't great but maybe I'm used to the canned. We of course left w dessert! read more

Hubbard Avenue Diner - Avacado Eggs Benedict - New American Near Me - Middleton, Wisconsin