Everything on the buffet is very delicious. They replenish the buffet quite often, and sometimes…read morehave different choices. The servers are very attentive and refills drinks often. The restaurant is very clean and well maintained. We like coming here because of the variety! Fried chicken, Catfish, salads, fried mushrooms.... everything you'd want!

I was enamored by the existence of a smorgasbord after taking the scenic route and ending up in…read moreChester. After running around to all the Popeye statues we worked up an appetite, so we were ready to eat! The food was nothing to write home about, but it was tasty, home-style food. The meatloaf was a highlight for us. The only bad thing was the cornbread muffins were awfully stale. Our server was super sweet and bubbly. The place definitely looks like it hasn't been updated since the 90's, but I think it adds to the charm.

We both had the breakfast buffet, and were pleased with everything…read more Our server was friendly and attentive, very efficient. The decor is pretty basic, but the restaurant is clean and well taken care of. It's quite a drive for us, but I know we'll return to check out the menu. Their menus reflect CC and cash prices, which are about 4% cheaper.

Mimi's is a staple for breakfast in Ste. Genevieve. Don't sleep on their lunch and dinner though…read more Food is always fresh and I can't say enough about the service. The ladies and gentlemen that work here are great. I've met the owner more times than I can count and they're always pleasant. The place is always clean and they're continuously checking on you and making sure things are going well. This was a go to spot for my co workers and I when I worked in town. Speaking of it now makes me want to make the drive over just to eat. 100% recommend this place!!!!!

Good food good portions good atmosphere. Love it there. Breakfast menu is short but exceptional.read more

Maybe we ordered the wrong things but we were pretty disappointed with this lunch stop…read more The interior is cute enough with the vault on display in the center of the room. Service was initially slow, our server was gabbing with another table for a while. But once she realized we were her table, things picked up. Ordered the chicken salad sandwich. It's that industrial chicken salad with only celery and the meat is pulverized into a paste. Very bland. The potato salad is reportedly homemade, but also very smooth and strong mustard flavor. Not great. The turkey bacon melt was a bit better. The grilled sourdough bread on both sandwiches was really good. And the pasta salad had a nice vinegar tang. It was actually really good. We found free parking about a block off the circle. Fairly quick in and out as we were driving through, so that was a plus.

We had the fried chicken special. It was piping hot and fresh! The restaurant is clean and…read morefor-sure worth driving an hour to eat at! The waitress's were super friendly and helped tweak our orders.

Food is always good, and the fresh made pastries are top of the line. Service is always done in a…read morefriendly, and courteous manner.

It's exactly what you should expect from a diner, good breakfast, coffee, service and reasonable…read moreprices. It's the place to go for breakfast in Carbondale, thank you guys.

Stopped in for a delicious breakfast skillet while visiting the area. My companion had pancakes the…read moresize of his head. The restaurant was laid back and inviting with local artists showcasing art for sale on the walls. There was a long, but fast moving line and the staff was running like the marathoners they are. Fast, friendly service!

Best Lox & bagels in Cobden…read more This is my best acerbic statement on the choices locally have been extremely limited, but the iron whisk really does an amazing breakfast, I miss Tom's Mary's inherent is excellent, but if you want breakfast, the iron whisk is the best

This was a to go order, but had just the right combination of sweet and savory! Excellent, and I'd…read morelove to visit again!!

So excited to have a new sit down breakfast & coffee joint in Crystal City/Festus! This restaurant…read moreis a sister restaurant to "The Grind" coffee in CC & House Springs! Super updated. Cute & spacey. Plenty of room for a large party, yourself or a date! The menu is large, offers Lotus drinks, coffees, breakfast, lunch & pastries! I got the biscuit & gravy & it was delish! We also got the breakfast bowl & the English, bacon & cheddar on a bagel! Wow! Service was quick & super easy. Walk up to the counter to order & they'll bring it out to you. Opened today March 15, 2025! Come support!

Was hoping for a new breakfast place and coffee shop. Had to throw all the food away. Day old eggs…read moredon't taste fresh and avocado toast with a paste is just not edible. Blueberry muffin was not good. Have not tried the Dubai Croissant yet. latte's just didn't taste great. Spent $50Did tell the workers hopefully they pass it on to the owner. Such a cute place, hope they can succeed.

My husband and I stopped at Faye on the way through to the Giant City / Makanda area…read more We were welcomed upon entering, but didn't order immediately. We took a look at the photo display set up in the front. We ordered at the counter and I asked for advice. The staff member offered helpful input. I ordered the healthiest most delicious porridge. My husband ordered the avocado toast with bacon and an egg. He really enjoyed the chili crunch oil. We ordered a cardamom latte with cold foam and a salted caramel. We added on a biscuit with bourbon butter to go! The arrangement of the floor was spacious. The bathrooms were family and seemed sufficient for wheelchair users.

I love a good soup and sandwich cafe and I think Faye has the whole package: chic, farmhouse…read moredecor, bright, airy dining space, a small market of curated kitchen goods and, of course, delicious food! I got a you-pick-two with red pepper soup and a strawberry salad. While I was deciding, my eyes wandered over to the baked goods (this is absolutely a trend with me) and I saw a peanut butter pretzel cookie....whaaaaat? No way this wasn't going in my belly! Then I glanced over to the drink case and I saw....Topo Chico! In Murphysville, IL?!? This place stands out for curating the best in a small town. Now I'm really excited for my lunch! And it did not disappoint. The red pepper soup was roasty and hearty, definitely a good choice for this chilly weather. And the strawberry salad was fresh and refreshing. Does that make sense? The ingredients were so fresh and crisp - sweet strawberries in January I'd no small feat! - but it was light and hit the perfect note as an accompaniment to the red pepper soup. And that cookie? Do I even need to tell you how delicious it was? I didn't even offer my friend a bite. I ate the whole thing and I'm not ashamed. So good! A delicious lunch and nice respite in a small Illinois town. Worth going out of your way, for sure!

Nice people, quiet friendly atmosphere. Place was packed. Good prices and food was really good for…read morequick travel meal.

Our party of 4 walked in the super cute diner, then promptly greeted, and with a smile were told we…read morecould sit where we wanted. Our waitstaff within a minute to give us menus, taking our drink orders. She came right back, asking if we needed a few more minutes -- we did. After a few minutes she returned. We ordered breakfast and oh my gosh, it was freshly prepared deliciousness. When we are in this area we will definitely eat here again. If you haven't tried it, you should too!

Very good food, service is exceptional, and the atmosphere was busy for a Sunday but as is but…read morealways a nice vibe to the place! Recommend this place over and over!

Place is worn and dated. Service was slow. I had a patty melt and was underwhelmed. Don't think I…read moreneed to stop here again.