We stopped for lunch on our way through town. I had the hot hamburger which was like a hot beef…read moresandwich but with a hamburger. It was good but a little too much bread. We also had a cup of soup and half sandwich. It was tasty.

Ambiance was a little dated however floor and tables were clean. Seated immediately They have an…read moreextensive menu but my husband and I decided on the buffet. Salad bar was adequate however the flies around the food really turned me off. For hot food they had fried chicken which was well cooked and crunchy but missing flavor. Sweet chili chicken pieces very tasty a little on the spicy, pasta dish ( did not try) , fried rice and mashed potatoes. Dessert they had a jello dish and grapes in a sauce which were pretty good. Coffee or tea was included with the meal. Went back up to the buffet for chicken and they were out. I asked the waitress and told me it will be coming out in about 10 minutes.

Small enough to feel cozy, and large enough to have a great menu. We needed advice, as so many…read moreitems sounded delicious. Our waiter, Ryker, did a great job steering us to the Cajun pasta and the steak and blue cheese salad. Both were freshly prepared, plentiful, and tasty. Restaurants like this have put Hays on this cross-Kansas driver's map!

Love the ambience of this tavern meets vintage supper club vibe. They have a bar with local beers…read moreon tap and rustic ranch style tables. Casual with the Kansas plains steakhouse feel and flavor. Service was great and so was my steak. They don't mess around. All we needed was a dart board.

We always have a great experience here! This time our favorite bartender was there! Teagan is…read moreabsolutely wonderful! Our food was amazing. Service outstanding! Thank you Teagan, Mary and O!

Decent service great food been here a lot love this great establishment thank god I got in early…read moresometimes takes long to get food but good Collin Out

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.

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.

There were 18 of us here for dinner this evening. Our server Hannah did an amazing job she kept our…read moreglasses full, the table cleared and laughed along with this crazy group of old people, I would say "mature" but there was none of that present tonight.

Excellent small town bar and grill that serves Victoria fresh food and cold drinks! Staff is…read morefriendly and hard working. There are booths and tables with a small bar and a separate room for larger parties. A/C works great! There's also a pool table and juke box, a perfect hang out and worth exiting the highway.

A lovely cafe in a small town run by a hard working mother-daughter team. Cozy homey atmosphere and…read morethe food was fresh and prepared well. Mostly local clientele. Sit back and enjoy!

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.

Highly recommend! Understated but delicious REAL food, generously portioned, reasonably priced…read more Friendly and efficient staff!

Excellent food and super friendly staff. We met Don, the head cook. Super nice and very…read moreaccommodating to our eclectic tastes! We are going to stop in on our way home!!

Good service, good KC Strip, med rare. I'd give it a 5 if my "adult beverage" would been a bit…read morestronger. But I get it, booze ain't cheap. I'll return

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