3.5 stars When we went we discovered there was free pie on Mondays with a purchase of an entree! What our luck. I think the staff was new as they seemed not to have all the information, but they were friendly and more than happy to figure things out. They also were out of a few different menu items but that's to be expected in our current times of backlog and short staff situations, so it didn't bother me. What I got: Bbq Tangler Burger with fries - 4 stars. I loved all the toppings and the amount of fries was perfect, they weren't overflowing and I was able to enjoy them without feeling disgusting afterwards. Wildberry pie - 4 stars. The pie crust was fantastic and the inside was pretty great too. So glad we came on the free pie day. read more

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Wildberry pie - American Near Me - Bismarck, North Dakota

LOVE this Perkins! Manager Joe & Server Shay are the best!! Let me just say -- this Perkins location is . I had such an awesome experience, and it's all thanks to Joe (the manager) and Shay (our server). Joe is one of those managers who's always around, always helping, and always checking in. You can tell he genuinely cares. He made us feel welcome the moment we walked in -- and you could feel the good energy from the whole staff. Shay was incredible! Super friendly, on point with everything, and just the kind of server who makes your day better. Drinks refilled before we even asked, food came out fast and perfect, and she had a smile the whole time. Total pro. The food was -- I had the pancakes and steak & eggs. My plate looked like something out of a commercial, and it tasted even better. Huge portions, fresh ingredients, everything cooked just right. The kitchen staff needs a raise! And the vibe? Chill, clean, and cozy. Perfect spot for breakfast, brunch, or even a late-night bite. Highly recommend this Perkins. If you're lucky enough to get Shay as your server and Joe running the show, you're in GREAT hands read more

Our server Jacob was amazing, he was quick and gave me a good laugh. And the other server who was clearing tables was also very nice. Our food did take a little bit but we didn't mind much, overall I'd come again and again read more

Chain restaurant. Service a little slow coming out of the kitchen. Waitress (Heather) was great. Food was satisfactory. Pricing is the restaurant's strong suit with sufficient food at a very fair price. Open 6am to 3am. Place is worn like late night places are. Recommended. read more

I am referring to the one on Bismarck Expressway. I've been there twice and was so disappointed, as I remembered Perkins to be one of my favorite mid-west restaurants. The service was terrible! The manager (or who appears to be) was friendly enough, but our server seemed put-off when we asked him for things HE had forgotten. We waited for over an hour for our food and what came out was rubbery eggs that had been sitting under a lamp for some time and overcooked pancakes. I normally wouldn't complain, but this is twice. There were only four tables, so there wasn't a rush or a situation of being understaffed. The waiter clearly didn't want to be there, which is true for many people with their jobs, but in the service industry... fake it. read more

The food is always exceptional, we always request shay as a server. She knows pur order by heart and we have developed an awesome friendship with Joe the manager. This place feels like home. All the staff is amazing. Food is always great. And the chicken bisc is mt favorite. ​ read more

you give us a very sad amount of fries. please give us more fries. The service was very good though

The food was good. The portion size was not good for the cost. They need to tweak their servings

Ok,here is my honest opinion on perkins. Perkins is a great restaurant when it comes to service, and it pains me to say that coming here in the morning is guaranteed great service. However, in the night, it's a hit or miss (although it has improved from my first night visit). The food always comes out hot, meaning the food never sits and gets dry. My favorite thing about perkins is how I see the employees genuinely treat each other like family,even myself has grown close to the server that serves me. Overall, perkins is a great restaurant and I enjoy the place. It the closest thing to "home" I have. read more

Went to eat with friends and we're seated immediately, fast and friendly atmosphere. food was hot and delicious my server was very attentive and made us feel welcomed. the restaurant was clean and inviting along with the bathrooms were also cleaned. we definitely enjoyed our meal and will be back read more

I arrived at the restaurant at 12:20 when they close at 2am . They said the food would take a long time and would be a pain, the waitress sitting us was visibly under the influence of drugs and couldn't create a full thought. The cook guy behind the bar so was rude and also high. They basically told us to screw off. This was the most unwelcoming place I have even been to. DONT GO TO THIS LOCATION! read more

I wish I could give this place zero stars. Finding a strand of hair in my food was bad enough But the service was even worse: slow, dismissive, and indifferent. The manager dismissed my complaint about the hair in my food as if I was wrong no apology and no remorse This was not just a disappointing meal; also the silverware was greasy for my entire table it was a disaster this place need to understand customer service wear hair nets and have sympathy for customers so for the record this place gets a -0 read more

It was ok. The server was very kind and tentative. We were the only ones in the restaurant and the food took awhile but I get it sometimes food takes while. When we got the food it was kinda cold, I ordered eggs over easy and my eggs were over hard. The bacon was so thin and over cooked, the pancakes were not cooked all the way through and were bland. My sister order breakfast potatoes with her omelette and there were like mabey 10 of them. The food was very over priced. read more

There's a reason these chains have stood the test of time. Reliable and the small town charm is such a fun touch. I decided against getting one of their house-made pies in the glass, but I couldn't say no to a muffin and for those who like a road snack...the chocolate chip did not disappoint! read more

When I arrived, I was greeted very warm and friendly. My server was also the person who's greeted me. My burger was done perfectly. The fries were hot and fresh and my side salad was crisp and delicious. I also had a slice of Oreo cheesecake. It was creamy and full of Oreos. My server was friendly, efficient and had a great personality. I will definitely be back. Thanks Perkins. read more

We were seated. The restaurant was not busy. We waited for one hour or more for our order. The tattooed female waitress was going all over the restaurant taking orders, delivering orders and bussing the tables. The manager was trying to make order, but it was slow. These workers need a bit more direction and discipline. read more

Service was good. The food however was oily, and not cooked very well. Hashbrowns where very oily and soggy, sausage links where ok, but didn't appear browned, bacon was ok, toast was soggy, eggs where oily. Manager removed meal from my bill, I ordered pie instead and it was barely cold as it should for a cream pie, looked old and was ok at best. The restaurant it's self was dead. I'm sure it's reputation for sub-par food is going around. This location is in need of a remodel and training. read more

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - French slik pie, ok but not the best. - American Near Me - Bismarck, North Dakota

The wait time was a little long, but that is expected when the world is short staffed. Our waitress did a great job. She seemed to be the only one doing anything. It's hard trying to do it all in a place that size when you're by yourself. The food was delicious. read more

I would give it less but you cant 1 hour and 45 minutes after order still waiting for food This place is beyond bad. I highly recommend coming here if you are super bored and hate you're life read more

Literally I don't even want to give this place one star. The coffee is cold we had to ask for refills after 20 minutes all the food came out cold like it been sitting in the window my gravy had skin the biscuits were hard as hell ! The tables were dirty! DO NOT EAT HERE read more

Rolled in at 3 am the waitress was amazing and helped wake us up. Our steak came out a bit over cooked but she was very happy to get it replaced. All in all this has been a good exp read more

If I could give this Perkins a 0 star rating I would. When I say I have never been more uncomfortable in my whole life I am being dead serious. The server was horribly rude and scared the poop out of me, which is exactly what this food will be doing to me as well. We sat for around 15 minutes waiting to pay our bill, and probably could have dined and dashed and Papi (the only server working) would have had no idea. Most uncomfortable and scary dinner of my life. If I could go back in time I would have weighed my options of places to go to dinner more seriously. read more

Waited an hour for TO GO FOOD that should've been done before other tables who arrived long after I did.

yuck yuck yuck went there on a Sunday afternoon the service was awful. Two of my friends food was served on dirty plates and my burger bun was rock solid. The waiter filled our waters once. I will say the staff was kind but the food was disgusting and the place was dirty as heck. Not angry at staff just warning others that the food suckkks read more

Quite frankly, after my last visit to the Bismarck Perkins location, I'm stunned it's still open. It has to be one of the most poorly managed restaurants I've been to in recent memory. There's no one there to seat you and then once you get to your seat, you have to deal with stench of the unsightly tables around you that still have dirty dishes from previous guests on them, along with condiments all over the floor. One of the people I sat with actually found a long, stringy blonde hair in her breakfast entree. The ND Department of Health needs to pay this place a visit before someone ends up in the hospital. read more

First off, this is the only place open this late in Bismarck so THANK YOU! Second, tonight the food and service was spectacular. Stevie was a super friendly and sweet waitress. Brittany threw down in the kitchen and was sweet as well. This location (State St) is obviously the best around so make sure you keep these two employees. I'll be looking for them when I return :) read more

When we're in North Dakota we always stop at Perkins. Good food and great service. You're seated right away and beverage service is right behind that. Today Shay was or server and provided excellent service with excellent food! read more

I usually really love Perkins but this one is not doing so good. I love the menu but the staff doesn't seem to like or appreciate their jobs. The morning/noon waitresses aren't fast or friendly. The cooks don't seem to care about quality of their dishes. I LOVE the desserts but they haven't been good lately. South Perkins is not a good one to go to. read more

I literally just showed up to the restaurant. Just eat some food on the way home and they locked the doors right before we walked up. Six people walked out and they were perfectly fine with locking the doors right in front of us. This is Perkins and it's not a bar. I understand that but why. Why would they close the doors to another paying customer and on the front window it literally says open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. That's my problem. read more

I cant wait till bismarck opens a better diner because out of the 3 options we have, perkins is by far the slowest. The food was mediocre and the service is awful. Last time coming here read more

3.5.... I was going to write about the one 'Up North' to get the cool 'blue, first prize' looking ribbon announcing 'First Review'...aw well. *disclaimer (I'm writing in the past tense) So, the reason I write, I love Perkins. I have great memories of this place. I was born and raised in Bismarck, but, I'm 'Bostonian', wow more than 9 years--(yes, we are very mean people) BUT I haven't forgotten my roots! During my formative 'high school' years; there wasn't much to do (has this changed at all!??). So, I tell people, we" -go to/or rent a movie, - party (I was a nerd,- so, nope ), - drag 'Main' (did people? do they still?) -GO TO PERKINS! they were open 24 hours. The food was main stream, but solid, and it was a place to hang out. They had incredible strawberry pie, which was seasonal, the best banana nut muffins (served w/ warm butter if you ate 'in house') and my father, a connoisseur of 'pecan pie'; we'd order the pie from 'The 'Perk' During non-crazy, busy hours, I'd do homework at a booth. The servers were attentive, refilling my soda, respecting my space, and could tell I needed something (like pie). But they didn't kick me out. As a tennis player, there were days where I needed to 'carbo' load for an important match; the antedote! A warm, soft DELICIOUS bread bowl with honey mustard on the side....... ****I will tell you, I would bathe in that honey mustard! That honey mustard is the standard of all honey mustards! Well, my memories are now just memories, they don't have bread bowls any more (BLASPHEMY!), and they discontinued my favorite sandwhich...the 'Deli Hop'. Please note, the baked goods are DELISH! Oh *Perk *Ins.....just go! Just walk right *IN; they'll *PERK you right up. PS send honey mustard!!! read more

I was looking for a new place to eat lunch when I found Perkins Family Restaurant. The place is so nice, stylish and very good ambiance. The waiter was so friendly and fast in serving me. He also helped me with the menu. So I tried first their BBQ Bacon Supreme Burger, it have smoked bacon, American cheese, tangy BBQ sauce, lettuce, tomato and pickles. It was the best bbq burger for me! I loved it!! I also ordered for desserts. I tried Banana Cream, it's loaded with hand-sliced bananas and topped with real whipped cream and chopped walnuts. Dayuuuuum I loved it!! I think of bringing my niece and nephews here for my next visit because I saw their kid's menu, and it looks like the kids would love it here in Perkins Family Restaurant. Thanks Perkins Family Restaurant for that awesome lunch experience I had. Here's your 5 stars!! ;) read more

Perkins is for us in the South, like a Dennys/IHOP..but the customer service here and this entire city seems like the best in the USA!! That is the biggest reason they get five stars! We had breakfast and everyone enjoyed their meals..I had the country biscuit breakfast, usual fare. There was a Granny's omelet that was enjoyed by another person in our party. The french toast was really good as well..I got to snag a piece of that! read more

My family and I decided to come in last minute here. We were greeted right away. Our waiter was amazing and the manager came up and to make sure we were doing fine and if we needed anything. Tonight was peaceful there was no yelling or anything. Everyone was working together as a team. Please keep up the good work. If you come in at night ask for Liz or David you definitely won't be disappointed when they are there working. Thank you both for the greatest experience here. I will be coming back. Also I forgot to mention the food came out fast, hot and delicious. read more

Three scenarios to consider when thinking of Perkins: 1) Are you craving good breakfast food? 2) Is it 2 am and you're pretty far into that bottle? 3) Are you just bored and kinda hungry? If you answered yes to any of the above 3 scenarios, you should probably head to Perkins. I've been to this Perkins more times than I can count and I've never had a bad experience. This is mostly because I don't come to Perkins during a scenario that will set it up for failure. Perkins knows what it is, it knows what it does, and it fills those roles incredibly well. If you follow the same plan, you'll love this place as much as I do. If you don't, you'll probably come away with a 3 star impression. This place is 5 star worthy, but you just have to remember to follow the above scenarios as a guide. And remember to tip well (drunk or sober)! read more

It's amazing couldn't even finish my plate comes in big portions so used to small plates from specials in Las Vegas read more

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Couldn't finish very satisfied ! - American Near Me - Bismarck, North Dakota

My friend and I went to this restaurant and waited 5 minutes to be seated. Not to mention there hand sanitizer smells like like chocolate mixed with hand sanitizer and made me gag. Then when we were seated I waited another 5 minutes for them to ask us what drinks we would like. We both ordered waters and it took them 10 minutes, 10 MINUTES, to get WATER. We started drinking our water and we're quiet fed up with the wait and we knew what we were going to order before our water came. We waited another 10 minutes for them to take our order and they never came so if there was such thing as 0 stars that's what I would give the service at this Perkins. read more

Service was slow as dirt; I watched another table who arrived after us get served first. So that was bad. When the food did come it was OK. I'm pretty sure the rice was from a supermarket bought box. Not that it was bad rice from a box, but still. Overall this place doesn't seem to have anything going for it over other places unless you're 55 or older... in which case the elderly of Bismarck apparently love this place. read more

Slowest service of my entire life. Being a server myself, i could tell that this was pure laziness. There were TWO other tables. I walked out read more

We have traveled 1300 miles and just wanted a meal so we could go back to the hotel and sleep. We came in with there being an approximate 6 tables sitting there. Numerous tables came in after us. We ordered an appetizer and 4 meals. After waiting 45 minutes each and every table who had come in after us had already gotten their appetizers and their food. We had not received any. No food. At all. We decided to leave. I went to the front, asked for a manager and when he came out proceeded to make excuses about why we had not gotten any food yet. He never apologized. He just told us he wasn't going to charge us for our drinks. I am so disappointed in Perkins. I have worked in a restaurant and I understand things happen, but this was ridiculous. read more