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    Kozy Nuk Cafe

    4.5 (41 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Steven T.

    I stopped here for breakfast on my way out of town for dinner with friends so I left early to explore small towns on the way and check out a couple meat shops in the area. It's in a strip mall which can be hit or miss and this was hit because besides the counter all I but 2 tables were taken so it was packed and people eventually filled the lunch counter. The place is the small town sophisticated country charm as not to look divy with lunch counter, booths and tables. I sat in the small back room with my server on her first day who did a great job. The menu isn't Greek phone book but small town just right. I ordered the 1/2 biscuits and gravy with two sunny side eggs and two sausage patties which were not on the menu but she was a big girl today and said I can make that happen, no hassles about no substitutions. My food came quickly and looked but good but I could see that the thin sausage patties looked Sarah dessert dry on arrival. My eggs were cooked perfectly and tasty. The sausage patties were in fact super dry with a mild sausage flavor. The biscuits and gravy was slightly better than average with thick creamy grave that was plentiful with a little sausage in it. The biscuits were average lacking that tartness of buttermilk which in my opinion screams breakfast.

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    Greg G.

    First visit to the Kosy Nuk in Cottage Grove Wisconsin (formerly Sonny's Cafe). I was very pleased with the new decor and vibe of the Kozy Nuk . It truly is a cozy little nook tucked away in a mini stip mall as you enter Cottage Grove. Friendly attentive staff greet and attend to your needs. The menu is extensive with lots of choices and options for even the most discerning dinner. The daily specials are clearly displayed on the chalk board walls I opted for the Pettie (Garden) Omelet Special . It came with a just right senior sized omelette, choice of hash browns or american fries, toast or a pancake ... AND a choice of a drink. All for $7.99! The food arrived promptly fresh from the griddle and was beautifully presented (as the picture will attest) Everything was delicious and the service was exceptional. I would highly recommend the Kozy Nuk to family and friends. But don't take my word for it... Do yourself a favor and treat yourself to a positive dining experience of own!

    Country eggs Benedict with cheesy hash browns
    Dianne J.

    This cafe replaced Sonny's café. We were not disappointed! They still have similar menu items so we can find something for everyone. The prices are still very reasonable. The cafe has been almost totally remodeled and looks very nice. It is also very clean. The staff are friendly and attentive... My coffee never ran out.

    Classic with sausage patties and homemade wheat toast.

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    24 hours ago

    Good value but not consistent quality. Could use more servers and high quality food to get better review

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    8 days ago

    Amazing cinnamon rolls. I brought some home for my family and put them in the microwave for about 1 minute. DELICIOUS!!!!

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    Great food, good atmosphere, great employees, and great service, very enjoyable place to go.

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    5 months ago

    Food was prepared perfectly and the portions made it an excellent value for the price.

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    4 months ago

    Excellent food and service. I would definitely recommend giving it a try. Service was fast as well.

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    9 months ago

    Excellent service, good was great, had good hot sauces, and mixed berry jelly! Definitely recommend to anyone for breakfast!

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    I've eaten here probably 5 times, great local feel and good food. Fast service, fair prices. That checks about every box for me.

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    Great food, friendly staff. The prices were very reasonable too! This is a nice small cafe in Cottage Grove!

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    3 years ago

    Love the staff and the food. They keep it real all the time. Every meal I've had there is stellar.

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    3 years ago

    Great little cafe with good food at a decent price. They give quite a bit of food too which is nice.

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    The best place run by great people. Wonderful food for breakfast lunch and Friday fish fry

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    2 years ago

    Yummy food - good variety to make healthy choices, yummy soup. Definitely cozy small town charm

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    Nice quant place. Attentive servers. Breakfast was delivered quickly and was very tasty. They kept my coffee cup filled.

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