Great experience. This place changed ownership awhile ago. Really stepped it up a notch. Food is…read morevery good and the atmosphere is pleasant. Would definitely come back again.

This is the third time we have eaten here. Have always had a good experience. Dining area has…read morean outdoor theme, i.e. you are eating on patio tables but well done. EXCELLENT food. First time here was for catered anniversary party. Second time had the chicken fried steak (real breaded steak that was 1/4-1/2" thick), mashed potatoes and a gravy boat of sawmill gravy. Tonight had the ribeye, twice baked potato and salad bar. Steak was perfectly done (medium) and hot. Highly recommend the salad bar (in itself a meal). Table next to us ordered the prime rib (I am assuming that it was the large because it was the size of a medium roast (no kidding). Highly recommend this place, a real hidden treasure of a restaurant. One more thing, this is not a Chinese restaurant.

Our food was excellent. Our waitress was excellent. But....the person that seated us shouldn't be…read moreout front. Her hair was all over and she had to keep pushing it back. I was so thankful she wasn't our waitress.

Your typical Midwestern Tex-Mex restaurant. Expect the usual fare from the menu…read more If you are driving through Hays and want a no fuss dining experience, this might be the place.

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.

Ambience is: it's a large bar in rehabbed downtown bldg with concrete floor, brick walls and wooden…read morerafter ceiling. Beer : overall quite tasty - did a 8-count beer flight and 6 of 8 were very tasty; food menu quite varied and well made though service took quite a while on Friday night (as expected)

Located from Yelp reviews this place rocks!! Ambience is comfortable cool and tasteful. Service is…read moreattentive and a little casual. The French 75 cocktail was spot on. The flight of red wine was good-to-great. The FOOD!! Order the Turkey Apple Brie w/Lobster Bisque & Chicken Salad - phenomenally fresh flavors. Love this place totally and completely!!

Stopped for the Live Music but definitely surprised in the food and drink selection. Salmon: get…read moreit! Spaghetti and meatballs: a must choice. The drink menu had something for everyone. Try the Lemon Drop, you won't be disappointed! Along with the sweet, welcoming and comfortable environment, we couldn't have picked a better place to celebrate our anniversary! Thank you Paisley Pear!

I always wanted to try Kansas BBQ and this place was recommended. I appreciated that they had…read morevarious types of BBQ sauce from Kansas to Texas to Carolina. We were there at lunch and wasn't super busy so service was good. I got the burnt end Mac and cheese but before it came out we were served pork rinds. That gave me a Chance to try the different sauces before the food came. Now i can't say it's better than Texas BBQ but it was good. The place was nice and the bathroom was clean.

Good food with cracklins to start off the meal. Good variety and good flavor. Service was ok. It…read moreused to be an ice cream shop and still has the short bar to sit at if you don't want a table or booth.

Seems like every time I'm in Hays I stop in Thirsty's for the great food n service…read more This trip had the giant Pig Tail with Mac n cheese and the mash potatoes. Also had an appetizer of fried pickles. Everything was great and the pig tail was huge enough to share with a co-worker lol. It is an interesting decor and makes you want to have fun. Like I said every time I'm in Hays this is one place I must hit.

I sat at the bar and order a steak, it was delicious and perfectly cooked. I got the side salad and…read morebaked beans and both were very good. The place looks as though it was originally built for something else but it makes for an interesting atmosphere. I came during a weeknight, but I bet it's very fun on the weekends, particularly if they have live music which it definitely has room for. The wait staff was very friendly and easy on the eyes.

Staff is 10/10. Manager wouldn't let me pay for waters with my catering order when I realized I…read moreforgot them. Great workers who double checked food and were helpful overall. Food was great too.

The app scanner conveniently doesn't work when there is a promo. I went in multiple days to use the…read morepromo and "computer is down" each time.

Incredible authentic, delicious food, kind and knowledgeable staff. Can accommodate vegan, gluten…read morefree, vegetarian. Great food for kids--my son loved the pupusa and platanos. We are just passing through town but would 100000% return next time we drive cross country!! Can't miss it whether you're a local or passing through. I am vegan and had such a yummy meal! Guac, salsa and chips were so fresh. Also loved the music that was playing.

Everything was amazing from the moment we walked in the door and was seated…read more Waitress, food, full service. We will be back and recommend it. From Great Bend, Ks

The local Convention and Visitors Bureau pointed us toward Hickoks Steakhouse, and it turned out to…read morea useful recommendation. Two of us stopped in for steaks, and our positive experience held up from start to finish. Both the Ribeye and the KC Strip arrived exactly as ordered -- medium rare, with a smoky, slightly charred crust from the grill that gave the meat a satisfying depth without overwhelming it. At $21 for a generous 10 oz KC Strip and $33 for the Ribeye, the pricing reflects what this restaurant clearly understands: to thrive in a local market like Hays, you have to offer real value. They do. The dining room is simple and rustic -- no pretense, no atmosphere engineered for Instagram. It suits the food and the clientele well. Service matched the setting: attentive and prompt from the moment we walked in, without the server hovering over us as we ate dinner. If you're passing through western Kansas or already know Hays, Hickoks is worth your time. Solid steaks, honest prices, and a room that lets the food do the talking.

I got the KC strip steak with salad and asparagus. I had heard some complaints that the portions…read morewere getting small, but that was definitely not my experience. I thought the place could use a little cleaning up, but it definitely wasn't filthy.

No MSG! The food was very good and a great value. I ordered Vegetable Shrimp and my partner ordered…read moreJalapeño Chicken and Panang Chicken Curry. The curry was hotter! Both delicious. We'll stop again when in Hays.

Great for lunch or dinner eating in or take out…read more Food is delicious. Ambiance is a food mall. What does anyone expect? Service by staff is fast, accurate, and they listen if you want changes! My favorite is Sweet n Sour Chicken. Very good. Family friendly.