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    Sunrise Cafe

    3.8 (70 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    SUNRISE CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Double cheeseburger and fries. Prepared right, as these were, you'll be done before you finish reading this sentence. Nom nom nom
    Matt B.

    Boom! One of the last few real mom and pop diners in town, the Sunrise Cafe slings cheeseburgers and fries about ten steps above big chain fast food. Those smashed down patties and string onions coupled with that melty American Cheese are just what the doctor ordered. I believe his name was Doctor Treatyourself. Get a coke with that good crunchy ice and you're all set. They've got a drive through too! (Just call ahead cuz that's for pickup) Tip your servers well. You got a great deal from nice folks!

    Biscuits and Gravy

    Food was absolutely horrible.. I order a half order of biscuits and gravy and TALK ABOUT STINGY!!! They put two little dollops of gravy on a biscuit! And the gravy had a cinnamon aftertaste.. and the biscuit where like sponges Not to mention it was almost 30 bucks for two half orders and two strips of burnt black bacon... I will say the waitress was sweet, but I 100% don't recommend getting the biscuits and gravy (also the place was sticky and dirty)

    will never eat here again. racism leaves a bad taste in my mouth
    Rafael J.

    I've eaten here hundreds of times. The food is good, not great, diner food. Today the owner posted a picture claiming that Michelle Obama is a man. Never Again

    Two over easy eggs, bacon and hash browns and toast (not pictured).
    Rebecca A.

    Deciding we still weren't ready to cook our own breakfast in 2016 yet, we headed to #eatlocal again on January 2nd at the Sunrise Cafe. It had really been a lot of years since I'd been here, but I still have fond memories of breakfast with friends after fun nights on the town! I ordered the same thing as the morning before, two over easy eggs, bacon, hash browns, and toast. This plate of food was not as successful as at the Parkway. The eggs were under and still had some slimy whites around the yolk, the hash browns were flavorless, and the toast (not pictured again) wasn't toasted. The bacon was good and crispy though! Mike really enjoyed his chicken fried steak, which I tried a bite of and it was delicious. We also got a side of cheese sauce so we could try it. $1.75!! That's crazy. It was a decent size cup full, but no way we could eat it all with the small amount of potatoes so it went to waste. They really should offer a smaller, less expensive amount! All and all, the food was decent and the service was friendly and prompt, so I'd return and try another meal.

    Country Fried Steak and fried eggs
    Alice K.

    Was looking for place for breakfast and saw the Sunrise Cafe. I ordered the county fried steak breakfast with fried eggs and home style fries. My breakfast was outstanding and very filling. I would highly recommended this place!

    Chicken fried steak and gravy with crispy tater tots.
    Peter W.

    Chicken fried steak and tater tots crispy on the outside with delicious gravy. Couldn't be better. Other photos do not show how inviting a place it is.

    Country fried steak with gravy, over easy eggs, and hash browns.
    Michael R.

    Sunrise Cafe is a great place for a simple meal. Breakfast lunch or dinner. The cooks wear paper hats and there's always at least three servers. The food is hot and simple!! In ten years I've never had a bad experience, but sometimes it takes a little long ti get your food when there busy but that's how it goes the way I see it.

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    16 years ago

    Good cheap food. We sometimes go for a GREASY breakfast after a night out. Just your typical diner, don't expect much as far as atmosphere.

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    13 years ago

    Excellent pancakes, gigantic and fluffy with warm syrup. Yum. The staff is also very friendly.

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    12 years ago

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    Thank you for the great review :)

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    Thank you very much for your business and the review!

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    11 years ago

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    Thank you so much for your business and the great review!

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    I really love this place. The employees are always nice and friendly. The food is great.

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    10 years ago

    Awesome food and they deliver anywhere in Springfield for no additional charge!! Stick it Papa John!!!

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    great breakfast and great burgers,,,,even though the owner is a cardinal fan they still have good food

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    10 years ago

    Quick service, friendly staff, and affordable prices. No frills, but it gets the job done.

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    10 years ago

    Been there twice, and both times the service more than sucked. Once we were entertaining a guest from out of state.

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