Stopped for lunch on a Tuesday at 12:15 and the place was nearly empty. Not a good sign for a truck…read morestop type of place. Decided to try the lunch buffet for $12 instead of ordering off the menu. Bad decision. It was totally underwhelming. Hot items were pretty mediocre and looked like they had been sitting there a long time. Tasted like it too. Maybe the menu and fresh food would have been better.

For a diner attached to a gas station in the middle of nowhere Nebraska during Covid, I was…read morepleasantly surprised! The kids cheese burger was fat, juicy, done perfectly medium with two gooey slices of cheese and a tender, tasty bun. Philly cheesesteaks, while not particularly authentic and a touch bland, were less of the gamble than I'd imagined.

Holy crap. This place is so good. I'd drive up from Colorado…read morejust to get this place. Good portions, NOT expensive at all and it's a cute little vibe In here. And the waitress was a sweetheart.

The service was great, the food was outstanding! I would…read moredefinitely go back if I was in the area and I would advise others to go as well! Very clean restaurant with a great atmosphere!

Good food, great friends, peaceful atmosphere! These are all the qualities I think of when I take a…read moreseat at a comfortable table inside and drink in the art, music, food, and other artisans' work. Cynthia and her staff are quick to welcome you in and serve you their unique menu offerings. It truly is the "most unlikely" place located on Main Street in downtown Lewellen, NE.

This was the most unexpected and perfect gem on our drive home from South Dakota to Texas! I was so…read moreimpressed. They serve perfect, comforting home-cooked meals, and the owners are incredibly kind and welcoming. If you ever find yourself in Nebraska, this place is an absolute must visit for lunch!

It's like going to your favorite grandma's house for a meal--a wonderful, delicious experience…read more Everything we ate is homemade, so yummy, and prepared with such care. This place is a delight to experience. Service is phenomenal, decor is charming, food is delicious. I can't wait to go back!

Warm, welcoming and homey. A small diner in the right spot for travelers heading across eastern…read moreColorado. Comfort food that was tasty, quick and hit the spot. If you grew up in the northern plains, you'll quickly recognize this as a place that the locals meet to eat.

I had a great experience! Very clean restaurant with kind, helpful staff and my breakfast was…read moredelicious! Overall I'd rate it 4.9 stars out of 5. The only disappointment was coffee wasn't strong enough for my taste!

It was so cold and snowy outside. I was so hungry…read more My dad and I stopped by Grandma Max's and had the most delicious comfort food EVER. I don't know why, but that food was so damn good. Maybe it's because we were so cold and we had been stuck in a car for a while =)

We are visiting from California on a road trip to Chicago and stopped here. This place is knock out…read moreamazing! Four of us all got different things and everything was off the hook! My boy got the loaded biscuits and gravy.... Delicious! My other buddy got the green chili chicken fried steak... bomb! Pancakes were great! On top of all the bomb food we got 4 homemade turnovers to go. I'm almost certain they are gonna be delicious. Everything else was spot on flavor wise! I wasn't surprised.... Especially when we seen all the salt of the Earth people waiting to enter. There was a bunch of farmers, electricians, local business, owners, etc... We love local diners!! Definitely worth the visit if traveling through

Not sure if it should be 4.6 The food is not bad, but it's…read morenot over 4. The country fried steak was mostly country and not enough steak. Bacon cheeseburger was small size & curly fries was not seasoned. The McRib sandwich was good

I found my notes from earlier in the year and started re-reading about this site…read more Then I went online and perused several reviews. It bothers me when a business is made to look bad because of a select few negative reviews. I'll bet for every bad lashing this place takes, a hundred people drive away satisfied and don't take the time to report it. We were driving through town and decided to stop before hitting the highway. Never been here before but recall seeing the name the day before. The drinks and treats were definitely worth stopping and the customer service was exceptional. I'm sure things go sideways on occasion, but if possible, come back a few times to see if it's typical or a fluke. Based on our stop in NE, we will definitely stop at one of their sister stores in another city.

Fast stop off the freeway! Fast in and out as well. Friendly service, great menu. Our order was a…read morebreakfast burrito and everything bagel egg and sausage along with an oat latte and hot chocolate. There is seating inside and very clean bathrooms. Thanks for the great spot.

Cute little coffee shop with super friendly staff, clean bathrooms, and most importantly: good…read morecoffee! Both the iced and hot lattes impressed. Also cool to see a Christian devotional displayed proudly on the wall, which is not rare in Nebraska necessarily, but sure is in coffee shops!

Great quick stop for a breakfast sandwich and a coffee if you are driving through or staying…read morenearby. The bagels are delicious!!

Villa Burritos was my first stop on my long drive to Illinois from Colorado and was pleasantly…read moresurprised by the food. It's a no-frills spot with very friendly service, and my food came out quickly. They even have a small outdoor seating area, which was nice for enjoying a meal on the road. I ordered the carne asada tacos, and they were excellent. The beef was tender, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. They came with a delicious green salsa on the side that added just the right amount of flavor, and the tortillas were fresh and complemented everything really well. The prices were also very reasonable, so if you're looking for a cheap eat while on the road, definitely stop here! If you're looking for a quick, flavorful, and budget-friendly bite, I'd definitely recommend stopping by Villa Burritos.

Fantastic! Large portions. I especially recommend the shrimp tacos and the mushroom quesadillaread more

We stopped in at Big Springs Saloon and had such a great experience. Their special burrito was…read moreabsolutely delicious and very filling. The cheeseburger and fries were also a hit, and the crispy sandwich was both tasty and satisfying. The two women working, one behind the bar and the other in the kitchen, were so welcoming and kind, which really added to the charm. You can tell this is a spot where lots of locals gather, and while it may not be packed with tourists, that makes it feel even more authentic and special. My kids especially loved reading the story on the wall about the largest train robbery in the 1870s that happened nearby--it gave the whole place such a fun, historic vibe. Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area!

Supporting the local American dream. Good burgers. Conversation, spirits and keep small town Ameria…read morealive..