My 12 YO grandson was wondering about "sourdough" bread, so the waitress brought him a sample: half a slice with butter AND the cook grilled the other half on the griddle. All fresh food. All homemade. If you're driving down Hwy 36, don't go the fast food joints near the exit. Instead, take 5 minutes to drive into town and find this place like we did! It's unique and they treated us like kings! read more

I have heard great things about the Apple Basket Cafe and decided to try it out today while in Macon. The food was yummy and everyone working there was friendly. It's a cute little hole in the wall type of place. I can tell everyone in there is probably a regular and comes back for consistent and delicious food. It gives cozy hometown vibes. The onion rings are so delicious but unfortunately I ate them and forgot to take a picture! I would definitely recommend stopping here! read more

The Apple Basket Cafe - Chicken fried steak - American Near Me - Macon, Missouri

A friend and I happened in for lunch. The host and waitstaff were sweetly helpful. It's a friendly diner atmosphere. We got the Wednesday fried chicken special. Oh my gosh, the chicken was prepared so wonderfully seasoned and light , in addition to certified crispy. The broccoli cauliflower salad was original. The onion rings were some of the best I've ever eaten. We liked it so much, we brought our spouses back. My spouse ordered the pork tenderloin dinner and ate every mouthwatering bite. He was satisfied so much there was no snacking the rest of the night. My roast beef dinner and mashed potatoes were perfection. Our friends loved their food too. When we come back to Macon we will eat here again -- so should you. read more

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Food was great as was the service. I'll be back again. Friendly staff that took great care of us. read more

Wonderful service and food. Best tenderloin and pecan pie this side of the Mississippi.

I went to appl basket this morning. I have never had this happen to me. My order was worng . My waitress very rued. I am regular. Going 4.5 years. I had cold food. Gril named summer b Was very rued. I asked 3 times very nicely pleas refule my pop . She walked pass me . She also got My order worng i oder 2 order hashbrowns . 1 omlitet . Pepsi. I ask for it to be warmed up She said no. Kelly who 100% percent very good person helped me. Wated on me even though it was summer b table. Kelly took over Done a outstanding job. Excellent job. read more

The Apple Basket Cafe - American Near Me - Macon, Missouri

I walked into a restaurant that was completely full except the one booth that was going to be for me. Cute, clean, and busy Cafe! I didn't have much hope for quick service, but Kelly proved me wrong. She took my drink order, gave me a moment to look at the menu, then took my order. I ordered an appetizer ( fried mushrooms), a side salad with my cheeseburger, and cherry dumpling with ice cream for dessert. My appetizer came out first with plenty of time to enjoy. Fried mushrooms were nicely battered and served hot and fresh from the fryer with a delicious homemade ranch dressing. Salad was limp lettuce tossed with plenty of red onion and only one cucumber. It would serve the cafe well to put some effort into the small things. The burger looked like any other burger, but it was perfectly cooked and seasoned. It was definitely made from lean ground Black Angus. Incredibly happy with my decision! The dessert was lovely to look at and sinfully delicious ! A passing patron exclaimed, "Ohh, doesn't that look good!" Another fabulous choice! I can't get over the fact that Kelly's service --for me just one person--was remarkable. She didn't miss a beat, despite being "slammed" by several larger groups. I hope that one day I get back to Macon. The Apple Basket is a true gem! read more

The Apple Basket Cafe - American Near Me - Macon, Missouri

This place is the Bomb! We go and eat everytime I visit from Nebraska. Ordered pies for my family Thanksgiving and they did not disappoint. EPIC! Pecan, Peanut Butter Cream, Coconut Cream! So good read more

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We usually eat carryout & although the food is good it has been slowly slacking off. We normally choose the hot beef special, which is good but the mashed potatoes & gravy lacks the taste it used to have. read more

The food in the service was very good. Definitely a good place to go back to if I'm ever back in this area very pleasant place which the waitress was very good very good atmosphere. read more

This restaurant has undergone an Owner change, major remodeling and even painted the front. The problem is, the prices of the food have went up (and down and back up some again) in the past year and the amount and quality of food have gone down. I was just in here after not being here for a few months (the last time I was here the prices were way too high $18.99 for a Wrap and Side???) because the prices have come back down some. We'll, unfortunately the quality of the food is not the same. And, I've been coming here for years. The Chicken Strips were ok. The Mashed Potatoes were a watery, instant that just dripped through your fork they were so thin. The white gravy was a think mix gravy with little flavor. I got the baked apples as a side (used to be so good and flavorful) and they tasted like they just opened a can and dumped them in something to warm them up. Another in my group got a Half Hot Turkey and it was so small. Not like the portion size you used to get. Plus her mashed potatoes were the same way, thin, watery and flavorless. We went on a Saturday close to Noon when they used to be so busy but they weren't even close to half full, which was very odd. Plus, with the new flooring and new metal/tin ceiling, there's nothing to muffle sounds and if there's a couple people talking, their voices echo over the whole front half of the restaurant. It's very loud and that was with not even half the tables being used. I am very disappointed. Me and my family used to love to come here to eat (usually every other week or once a month at the latest) but since they raised their prices the first time at the end of 2024 it just hasn't been the same. I could handle the higher prices if the food quality was still there but unfortunately it's not. read more

If you are in Macon Missouri and don't already know about this place it's a must have, they have great food!! read more

The Apple Basket Cafe - Small tenderloin - American Near Me - Macon, Missouri

Apple Basket is a great local gem! It has a diner like atmosphere and a wealth of made from scratch options. The servers are super friendly--maybe stretched a little thin--but always seem to have a smile. Definitely save room for dessert. The apple dumpling ala mode is worth the calories! read more

Had the sirloin special nothing special About it being $30.00 a piece ,over cooked asked for med rare .waitress kept forgetting about our table , was not impressed with the Family restaurant . Disappointed read more

The apple basket is under new management. Usually I have a great experience but the past two times will be the last. The menu is completely changed. They want to charge you extra for egg on a Cobb salad and forget the cheese. They also forget the lettuce, pickles, and tomato for both the tenderloin and the burger. Will not be back. There are plenty of better diners in town. Star 63 and Marshells are way better options. Don't waste your time. read more

Wasn't very impressed, my chicken was overcooked and dry as a bone, my apples tasted old and the fries were decent to say the least. The waitress was nice, but the food I did not enjoy! read more

You would think this is just a diner and food would be average. Wrong! Food was fantastic! Loved the tenderloin because it had flavor. Not sure what the seasoning was but we thought it was one of the best tendering we have ever had. Onion rings were huge and not greasy at all. Wings were plenty spicy as I could drink the ranch. While the pie looked amazing, the chocolate part is pudding which I do not like but I ate around it and loved the crust and whipped topping. read more

We stopped here while visiting Macon on business. It's absolutely amazing. I had catfish and my husband had a burger with chili cheese fries as an appetizer. It was so good and our waitress, Shanna, was great. It was so good that we made a point to go back the next time we passed through. Same waitress, great service, chicken fried steak, onion rings, ham and cheese baked potato and coconut pie....not great for my diet but sooooo delicious. I'll make sure I go with husband when he goes to Macon just so I can eat here. read more

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Wow what a gem. Wonderful homemade food. We had the catfish, chicken salad and the onion rings yum. Also had Mounds pie and cherry cobbler awesome. read more

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Great food and service! I loved their tenderloins and their chicken livers. The food came out really quick.

Amazing food. And the staff was very helpful. I had the chicken fried steak and mashed potatoes with white gravy!! Incredible! Highly recommend for great home cooking!! read more

Great local diner/cafe. I am a local regular. The cob salad is one of my favorites. Hot beef plate or tenderloin is a must try. Service is always good. read more

Great place with home town feel and good food. Service was on point and very reasonabley priced.

Great comfort food!! My hubs devoured his Hot Beef Plate!! The Turkey gravy is amazing! read more

The Apple Basket Cafe - The Hot Turkey Plate (half order) - American Near Me - Macon, Missouri

Excellent food each time we come by. Friendly and attentive wait staff. Food was cooked properly and presented well for that home cooked appeal. read more

I echo the 5-star ratings for this gem of a home style diner. Great home cooking, friendly service. Had the tenderloin plate, onion rings, catfish, fried apples, bread pudding.... all made with quality ingredients and wonderfully prepared.... they even have southern sweet iced tea. The half order size option is great, we left feeling 'comfortable'. This will definitely be on our list of stops for our trips on Hwy 36. read more

Really good food and excellent service. Try to not go there often because the portions are huge. I end up cleaning my plate and gaining weight! The pies are to die for... read more

We were on the way to Kirksville and wanted to grab a bite. Both yelp and google have good review on this one so we decided to give it a try. We got here at 12:15 and it's jam packed! But we didn't have to wait for long. They have back rooms for group functions so it's quite big. I had the smothered chicken with onion rings & sweet potato as sides. The hand dipped onion rings are legit! Normally I am not a chicken breast person but this one is juicy and tender. Husband had the fried catfish with corn and friend okra. The catfish is seasoned just right and fried to perfection! Definitely a classic home cooking place and we sure will come back if we drive by again. read more

The Apple Basket Cafe - Catfish with corn and okra! - American Near Me - Macon, Missouri

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Please go out of your way to eat here Friendly, efficient service Good home cooked food Pie and other homemade desserts Locals all eat here Very reasonably priced. Would eat here regularly if not 5 hours away. read more

We were looking for a hometown stop midway of our 12 hour drive and the Apple Basket was PERFECT!! Great staff (Brenda, you're the sweetest and so helpful!) and the food was amazing! We almost had to stop for a quick nap from being so full and content! Thanks again AB- we will definitely be back if we're in the area! read more

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This is a casual spot to eat and the food is very good. I had the chicken livers with mashed potatoes and broccoli with cauliflower salad. All was hot and tasty, only complaint is that the flies bothered me. read more

The Apple Basket Cafe - American Near Me - Macon, Missouri

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One of the best experiences ever! Not only was our server super nice (she asked us where we were from and gave amazing menu suggestions), but other patrons were so nice as well! One nearby customer told us to try the wings and told us how good they were. The food was so good as well! Favorites were definitely the fried pickles, chipotle ranch, and tenderloin with white gravy. We will for sure be coming back for more. read more

Always enjoy their food. I've had a patty melt, Philly cheese and the lunch special. Never disappointed. The seasoned fries are unbelievable! read more

My wife and I met my brother and three sisters there with their spouses . Had been told it was a good place to eat . We were highly impressed with the service and great tasting food . Prices are well inline with anywhere else . We have decided to make this a yearly tradition . I am glad we found this restaurant and recommend it to anyone in the area to experience . read more

Delicious diner food! We had the catfish special with their freshly made chips and creamy coleslaw and hot dinner roll. Sweet brewed tea finished off our meal! Not much to look at, but great food at a great price! Eat here-you won't be disappointed! read more

This place is not the fanciest restaurant I have or will eat in BUT, it's one of the best! Our waitress Cheryl, was very friendly and attentive. The food was fantastic I had chicken wings (the spicy sweet) and they were perfect. Pickled beets were extra tangy. My sweet potato was cooked perfectly as well. My husband ordered the chicken livers and onion and he said they were delicious. He got the potato salad and I tasted it too, it was also delicious. We shared a piece of the mounds pie... OMG brilliant combination loved it! If we are back in these parts, will be stopping again read more

The Apple Basket Cafe - Dining area - American Near Me - Macon, Missouri

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Small town diner with many options. Has your classics, always comforting and delicious. Try those onion rings and the hot beef/turkey plates. The pies are out of this world, coconut merengue is my favorite. read more

Local restaurant. Well worth your time to Get away from the highway. Friendly staff. Good food. Hefty portions. read more

Absolutely delicious! We were traveling through Macon and called an order in. When we arrived we were greeted by friendly staff even though it was 15 minutes before closing. My husband and I ordered a large tenderloin, wings, onion rings with ranch and cole slaw. Everything was outstanding! Places like this are few and far between. read more

Very friendly waitress, quick service and the food was great!! We stopped in for breakfast on a road trip and it was excellent. We highly recommend it! read more