We dove to Colorado and went to the location on the way there and back. Easy online ordering and…read morewhen we arrived, everting was ready and we got 5 "Thank You's" from the folks working. Sandwiches were fantastic too.....both times. A++ for customer service, quality and kindness.

First time customer, sandwich was lacking what it take for sandwich. Ordered 13 inch. 3…read moresandwich slices of ham, 2 slices of cheese, tomato override, lettuce shredded & mushy. Customer service at window very pleasant. GREAT BEND, KS location ​

I called from out of town to order a birthday cake for my daughter who would be visiting Hays over…read morethe weekend. I spoke with Jack about the cake and if it could be delivered to the hotel. I ordered a red velvet cake and they said it would be delivered. I called the hotel to confirm that it was ok to deliver. After she arrived to the hotel, her friends got together and surprised her with the cake. It was beautifully decorated and the girls said it tasted awesome. Thanks to Augustine's bakery, my daughter had her favorite cake on her birthday while out of town! Thank you guys... this mama bear really appreciates it! Great, friendly service, awesome cake!

The owner-who waited on us-was rude and dismissive. When my friend asked for water he went to the…read morecooler, got a pitcher of water out, put it on the nearby counter and pointed to it. My elderly friend with mobility issues was already seated and he could easily have brought it over to her. Food was pretty good but I won't support a business that is so rude to customers.

We were passing through Hays on a long road trip and stopped at Paisley Pear for lunch. It's in…read moredowntown Hays in a charming old storefront and is clearly popular, as the dining room was packed. Fortunately, there was an open table when we arrived, and we were greeted and seated pretty quickly. It took a few minutes for our server to take our order, but we could tell she was covering most of the tables. Once we ordered, our food arrived promptly. I had a bowl of the tomato basil soup, which is gluten-free and very tasty. My partner had the breakfast plate with bacon, quiche, grapes, and toast, and he enjoyed his meal as well. After we finished eating, we waited a while for our check, but our server was tied up handling to-go orders, so we ended up paying at the bar. Even so, it was still a good experience on what was clearly a short-staffed day for the team.

The vibe hit just right. Good music and attentive service. The menu was a great surprise. It was…read moreway beyond pub food....who does Lobster Bisque and croque monsieur??? The Carmel turtle cheese cake and coconut pie were delicious. Specialist drinks served with large ice ball.

Gella's Diner is an absolute gem in Hays…read more From the moment you walk in, the beautiful décor sets the tone--warm, stylish, and way more inviting than you'd ever expect from a brewery‑diner combo. The service matches the atmosphere perfectly: friendly, attentive, and genuinely happy to help you navigate their creative menu. The food here is where things really take off. The steak & blue cheese salad was outstanding--fresh, bold, and packed with flavor. The ahi tuna poke nachos were another knockout, the kind of dish you keep thinking about long after you leave. And if you're a burger person, this place is dangerous in the best way. Their burgers are consistently amazing: juicy, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Of course, you can't come to Gella's without enjoying their great beer, brewed right on site. Every pint feels like it was crafted to pair perfectly with the food. If you're in Hays, Gella's is a must‑visit. Creative dishes, great beer, beautiful space, and service that makes you feel right at home. An easy five stars.

Normally don't leave reviews unless the experience was super awful but damn…read more. Got my salad and took 5 minutes to get a fork to eat it.. Nbd wasn't stressed at that point because the bartender was super busy. I work in food service I get that.. Then the rest of the food came out and we were never checked on again for the next 20 minutes while we ate. Would have loved to bring up the fact that this chicken wing was completely RAW.. put it out by the card just waiting for the bartender to notice us/the chicken wing and she never did so we just paid and left. Hoping we don't get sick. The rest of the wings were cooked we just so happened to bust into to this one last.. Again I get it if you're absolutely slammed but just felt like we were getting completely ignored for no reason. We were polite so not sure what the deal was.

Great Pizza service is great definetly 5 star worthy the raviolis are pretty great too salad bar is…read morepeak.

I asked before I ordered if it was enough for big hungry guys and your staff said yes! And never…read moresaid they enjoyed it. Won't be returning!

The food was delicious and delivered in a timely fashion and was hot…read more Clay our bartender was amazing ! So knowledgeable about the area and very friendly and entertaining!!! Loved the ambiance in the restaurant a little old world but yet so welcoming !! Thank you Clay for a great visit in Hays!!!!

Excellent food, service, and prices. Their beers are also very good. The place is fairly small…read moreso you may wish to go early or late on the weekends.

05/14/2026 While…read moretraveling west on I-70 toward Colorado, my wife and I left Salina around 9 a.m. without eating breakfast, figuring we would stop for lunch in Hays, Kansas. My wife searched for a local place to try and picked Cattleman's Cafe III. We pulled into Hays around 11 a.m., only to realize the restaurant didn't open until 11:30, so we drove around town for a little while before heading back. Once we went in, we were greeted by a very nice young lady who seated us right away and took our drink order. We both had iced tea. My wife ordered the pot roast with a side salad, and I ordered the chicken fried steak with mashed potatoes and corn. When the food arrived, everything looked amazing. My wife said the pot roast was so tender it was falling apart while she cut it. My chicken fried steak was the same way -- honestly tender enough to cut with a fork. The first bite was excellent. The meat was very tender and full of flavor. The mashed potatoes and corn were also very good, and my wife really enjoyed her meal as well. This place was excellent, and we are very glad we decided to stop here. Even the local people sitting next to us were friendly and enjoyable to talk with, which made the experience even better. It's always nice to learn something new and meet good people while traveling. If we are ever back in the area, we will definitely stop in again for another meal.

Had the Neighbor Vern's chop'd Steak. It was very delicious and hit the spot. Also had the green…read morebeans and a side salad with Dorthy Lynch. The waitress did an awesome job checking on us and was very friendly The place was not what I was expecting but I enjoyed the decor and took a little time while waiting to read the aprons hanging from the wall Will eat again when I'm in Hays

Fantastic food! Well-staffed, friendly service. Very clean. Open a franchise near me!read more

Ordered half a rack of ribs and pulled pork for my date. Half rack was 8 ribs of meat, outstanding!…read morePork & beans and potato salad were excellent. Ribs were pull off the bone great flavor, smoky sauce really brought out the flavor. My date doesn't like sauce, sometimes that means the meat will be dry, but it wasn't. Excellent smoky flavor.