We were driving through Newton and wanted some non-chain, fresh food, so a few miles off the Interstate, we found The Bread Basket. Yelp says open until 5:00. They are actually only open until 2:00, but they did let us buy some food and bread to go since we came in to the bakery entrance at 2:10. The service was friendly. read more

I traveled to the tiny town of Newton Kansas, braving improper directions from my GPS and a non-existent 3G signal to try one of the few remaining German meals in the city. I got about what I was expecting - the type of place where young and old gather to summarize their week. Even the food had a more homey feel than you might expect; instead of large amounts of wursts, schnitzel, and rouladen dominating the menu, most of the options from the small buffet were simple things based around bread, sauerkraut, and potatoes. The stuff of sustenance. There were a few surprises of technical merit, beginning with the verenika - a dumpling of cottage cheese covered in ham gravy - and ending with the bohne beroggi - a different kind of dumpling stuffed with a sweet pinto bean-based mixture and covered in a vanilla cream. Trying to search for information on the verenika reaches a dead end by Page 1 of the results, and any mention of the beroggi is so scarce that I would have thought The Breadbasket made it up. Though if I was going to make up a fake German dessert, I would probably give it a name that's easier to pronounce. Dinner at The Breadbasket is not what most people would think of when they hear "German buffet" - you're not exactly walking into a beer hall with polka playing and lederhosen flying. But that's okay, because the restaurant excels where many buffets fail - they limit their menu and stick to the things they can cook the best. read more

Visiting from Kansas City. Tried The Breadbasket on Saturday morning for the breakfast buffet. Plenty of fresh fruit, which I quickly bypassed for the "good stuff." The ham slices were incredible, I dug to the bottom of the pan for the ones soaking up in the juice. The pancakes are heavy and taste like cake. The french toast is just a fried piece of their homemade cinnamon bread. Their biscuits are small and flaky. You can douse them in sausage gravy or choose one of their homemade jellies to slather on them. Did I mention the cinnamon rolls. Not too big or overpowering with cinnamom and icing. Just perfect. Their prices vary to match your appetities. Mini One Time......$3.99 Small One Time....$5.49 Large One Time....$6.99 All You Can Eat.....$7.79 I got the "All You Can Eat" this time to make sure that I wouldn't miss out an anything. Next time, the Large One Time should be enough to accomodate everything I want to taste. We plan to swing by tomorrow for the Sunday lunch buffet. If you're in town during the week, they offer a traditional German buffet. Also, they have an entire "market" of homemade breads, pies, cookies, pastries, rolls, etc. You can buy anything and take it home with you. read more

We've been to the German buffet several times over the year. The buffet includes a variety of breads, delicious cinnamon apple butter, verinika, ham gravy, sausage, ham and green bean soup and more. The food is pretty good. I'm told it's fairly authentic as well. Several dessert options are also available including bohne berrogi, ice cream, cookies and more. Worth checking out if you're in the area. read more

The soup and sandwich combo makes the perfect lunch! Wide variety of food options. There is a wonderful German buffet in the evening that shouldn't be missed. Highly recommend! read more

Such a cute and delicious find in newton KS. We had the lunch option of a sandwich and salad/soup bar! The salads were so good and the German soups my husband said were bursting with flavor! And the staff was seriously top notch! The man and woman at the register were so sweet I would almost just go here to talk with them! Overall awesome place! You should go! read more

Newton is of serious need of good breakfast restaurants - with light options, not heavy greasy truck stop slop. My daughter and I walked into the breadbasket took one look at the buffet - then literally walked right back out. The buffet had all the normal items of what you would see at a "free hotel breakfast meal". It smelled and looked terribly greasy. The woman behind the counter was very nice, and seeing how hesitant we were, asked if she could be of assistance. I explained that we were wanting a lighter breakfast, that none of the items on the buffet we felt we could eat without having a major gut ache. Her response was that we could just eat the fruit. Well, she's right we could, but we did not. I could not handle the fried old grease smell. Epic Fail. I was so wanting the Breadbasket to be better! read more

Went down for the German buffet on a Friday night. Now, having never had German food before, I didn't know what to expect. It was really heavy, except for the cucumber dill salad, which was light and fresh. The thing that stood out to me was the verenika and went back for seconds. I know it doesn't have to do with the food, but their fountain drink dispenser was all messed up... my Dr Pepper was undrinkable. The main focus here was definitely on the food, as the tables were small, chairs uncomfortable and lighting decidedly on the florescent side. read more

Thought we were coming here for a breakfast buffet but saw all the lunch foods on the buffet and was a little disappointed but we decided to eat anyway since we had drove down from McPherson. Man, i'm glad we did! The fried chick was the best i've ever had easily beating out Strouds in KC or the chicken places in Pittsburg. The rest of the buffet was very good too, especially the potato casserole. Then we tried the dessert buffet with bread pudding, chocalate, peach and cherry cobblers plus all the ice cream you want. With 6 adults in our group everyone said this was worth the drive and the price. We'll be back next time we're close! read more

I haven't been to this place in years but growing up in my hometown of Newton it was always one of my favorite places to eat. I loved the soup and sandwich combo for lunch along with the toll house pie. Breakfast bierocks were also my favorite! All home made local non-chain food. I would totally recommend eating here. read more

We were in town for a basketball tournament and stopped in here for a quick bite to eat. We both got the all you can eat soup and salad bar which was reasonably priced. There was a good variety of soups. The clam chowder was really tasty, and the ranch they had for the salad was delicious. Nice quick little place to eat. read more

Friday and Saturday night German buffet is the time to go. Beware it's the Mennonite type good food I've grown to like.

Love it! Especially the chicken borscht and the pies/bread! I try to make it there every time in Newton!!

Great German buffet on the weekends and amazing sandwiches and salad bar during the week!!

Great food, great homemade pies and breads. A good representation of the ethnic food in the area. This is not High German, but rather Low German in this area with a substantial population of many different types of Mennonites. You might see people who know each other running into each other here and having a really good conversation. Highly suggest going here, one of the best restaurants in Newton. (try the cafe in Durham Kansas for a similar experience). I'm sure this restaurant is not up to Les's standards (who has evidently reviewed many restaurants in Newton), but a small town needs to be appreciated for a small town, and this is a fabulous restaurant! To really understand this restaurant, you have to understand the culture. There is not as much emphasis on materialism, but there are two things you can count on: great food and quality relationships between people. read more

The food was much different then when I lived in Germany, but it was great none the less. It tasted great, the prices were good, and the staff is friendly. It is definitely worth the drive for some good eats! read more

Good old fashioned german food. Reminded me of what my Grandmother used to cook. Ham gravy and verenika as well as their fried potatoes and chicken borscht. They have a german buffet on Friday and Saturday's I believe. read more

Great food!!! Friendly service. Beer rocks to die for!!!pies are delicious too!! Can't go wrong here!

My husband and I stopped by while running an errand in Newton. Seeing that the restaurant had a crowd, we were very excited to try out the food thinking it was going to be great! We chose the buffet, which was about $11-13/person I think. Unfortunately we both found the food to be extremely bland. Literally, everything tasted the same, no flavor at all. On the upside the dessert was pretty good, but very rich. So my advice would be if you want a meal, go somewhere else, but the dessert might be worth a try. read more

good buffet with plenty to choose from. The only sad note was a dour cook that seemed upset when asked for something not on the buffet line. Authentic German cuisine...I great German potato salad served warm as it should be with flecks of pepper and ham, awesome. Killer sausage made on location. Really incredible desserts...way beyond expectations. Ambiance is somewhat harsh. Florescent lighting and cheap office furniture abound. Kind of like a poor man's Furr's Cafeteria. Street side door opens into the eating area...whereas the side door opens to the order area...go figure. Kind of fumbled through the place the first time there. Nothing instructed me where to order as I came in the front (street side) door and was immediately looking at happy diners and no where to order. Luckily, an elderly couple noticed my dilemma and directed me to the back.. Seating is open and "sit your own bad self down" style, so if you desire an intimate dinner, order to-go. This is a true farmer's night out place and don't forget it. read more

Delicious breads and beautiful pies greet you at the door. The Breakfast Buffet is built for lingering, the soups and bread buffet for lunch makes you want to try it all. And it's a great people-watching venue, too! read more

Have eaten at The Breadbasket many times for lunch. Typically you can order a soup or a sandwich with soup, also an option to come back to soup bar for unlimited soup sampling. Soups are very good on the soup bar. Typically there are some homemade bread loaves for slicing with whipped butter on the bar you cut yourself. Sandwiches are just okay, small with always a side of plain potato chips. If you want a soda you get those your self, The Breadbasket is pretty much self-serve. The pies and homemade baked good are really great. The main problem is The Breadbasket is a bit expensive for what you get. read more

I ate lunch here today. It was ok. Nothing special. The soup was disappointing...looked a little too yellow for cheese soup and had no flavour. The tuna sandwich wasn't bad. I'd get something else if I ever decide to go eat lunch here again. read more

Great restaurant and service, I especially appreciate everything was made from scratch. The soups were just a little salty for my tastes but overall I had a great experience and will return next time I am in town. read more

Great German food. Ask for the coupon! Buffet offers a great variety of food. Fresh baked breads, scratch made sides and main dishes. Fantastic place for family and friends to meet. And you can end it all with...... Wait for it...... German Chocolate Cake!! read more

When I come to Newton I like to eat here. Newton has a strong German influence, and this is the one place in town that specializes in serving the traditional "comfort food" of the German immigrants who settled in the area. The breads and deserts are my favorites. The sausage is good too. read more

I was really psyched when I found this place...but the food is not nearly as good as advertised. The broccoli soup was the worst I have ever had. I really wanted to love this place....but just could find anything to impress. read more

Traveling north out of Wichita yesterday, I needed to grab a bit to eat. I always try to find someplace that is not a chain and has good local flavor. I stopped in Newton Kansas and found The Breadbasket there on Main Street. It was just what I was looking for. The Breadbasket is a local place, not a fancy place, but like one I grew up in around rural central Kansas. Nice folks, really good food, and one of my favorites as a kid.. Bierocks!! They were really good too.. Staff was very accommodating and made you feel comfortable. A place to stop that's a little off the highway, but a place you can feel comfortable stopping at. Definitely will be back next time I come through. read more

I can't eat another bite......Ooooo more sausage.....ughhhhhh. The food is that awesome.

Decent sandwiches and soup, overhyped by locals if you ask me, their deserts are good, too, but their prices are rarely worth the food you end up getting. I'm not a fan, but some people swear by it. (for the record i have not tried their buffets and that's a huge thing people rave about) read more

this is a great place to eat, but boy will you pay a pretty penny!! Good home made food and reasonably fresh. The Bread is awesome but this poor boy cant afford to eat here unless someone else is footing the bill. read more

Great buffet on Sunday, good sandwiches, and awesome pies. The buffet on Sunday is always fresh, with plenty to pick from. Reminds me of good home cooking. The pies are great, always a winner to take home and serve for company. read more

Came in to try the German buffet. Excellent selection throughout. The sausage was a real winner, as is the hot potato salad. The bread pudding is AMAZING. All homemade and you can tell. Its a special local spot and I would recommend you check this out! read more

We have gone to the Breadbasket a number of times. They have a very nice buffet, providing you go to the regular one or the breakfast one. I would steer clear of the "authentic" German buffet, unless all you want is ham and potatoes, done in several ways. Besides, German food does not seem like a good option for a summer meal. Of course that is just my opinion. Anyway, we recently decided to stop in for the regular buffet. There was plenty to choose from and this time they had turkey and dressing available, which is always a treat for me. Sort of like getting to have Thanksgiving dinner in comfort, without all the kids raising a fuss, and much less screaming. The cashier was friendly and pleasant, and the buffet looked wonderful, especially the aforementioned turkey. We filled our plates and headed off to find a table. On the way we passed by the array of desert items that would be tempting us soon. Before I forget, they also offer a wide variety of fresh baked breads on the buffet which is nice. The food was very good, and my partner and I took at least one extra visit through the line to get just a "little sample" more. What's the point in a buffet if you just go through once? As for the atmosphere of the place, it really isn't very fancy. Honestly, if you are going to have some kind of carpet on the floor of your restaurant, you might consider deep cleaning it once in a while. I swear my shoe stuck to the carpet more than once. Must have been soda spills, at least that is what I told myself. I think some nice linoleum or polished concrete would be better, then they could mop or just hose it off. The place does tend to fill up; we try to arrive early to avoid the crowds. One thing that made our last two visits special was getting to see that this place employs at least one person who has some developmental challenges. As parents of children with similar challenges, it warms our hearts to see a place that has opened their doors and employed a person like that. Proving that they are indeed productive members of society and worthy of employment. He was busy busing tables and cleaning up. The other staff treated him just like a regular team member, with respect and no condescending comments. When we run across a business that hires a challenged individual, we support that business. Even if the floors could use a good scrubbing. We enjoyed our meal complete with a decedent desert or two. We plan on returning, but likely not with all of the kids in tow, as that would be too much drama. We both think that you will enjoy dining here.It is a little expensive, but you can often find a coupon to bring the cost down to an appealing level. Also, if you are a big fan of ham and potatoes, check out their German buffet, you won't have to worry about running into us that night. Ha, ha, ha. read more

Both the soup and salads were terrific. The service was excellent and we met some diners that are fast becoming friends! Barbara read more

This place is the best place to go if you want pie or sandwiches or literally anything

i would highly recommend not going to the breadbasket in newton, kansas!! they are a rip off!! food is good but service sucks!! i paid for a regular buffet but could only eat a petite and no refunds!! also depending on who you deal with there for a $10 you only get salad and soup no pie or dessert unless you are either an older folk or your a regular there because people were getting free pies left and right rather they ordered petite or regular buffet meals!! i was going to buy some homemade butter, jelly and bread!! but never again will i go there!! read more

My family ate here twice in one week. First, my mother and sisters who were in town celebrating my mothers 85th birthday. We had no idea what a petite vs a regular was so we were chastised by the woman taking our order. It ruined our festive mood and was uncalled for. When my brother stopped in Newton on his way through town He asked me to meet him for lunch. Well the woman was working the front counter again and I could tell by the look on his face that she had started in with him and she continued her rude behavior when I placed my order. She was the rudest un-customer friendly person and has no business working this restaurants front counter. I complained to the staff but don't know if they did anything. The food is excellent but I won't go back and subject myself nor any guest to this woman with the stick up her behind. read more