We were traveling through and wanted something lighter and healthier than all the typical fast food…read morespots and based on other reviews chose this spot for lunch. It's very charming and very tasty as well. I had the tomato soup with grilled cheese on sourdough bread and my husband had a hot ham and cheese. We also had some very tasty honey cookies and very pleased with our meal. Hit the spot for what we were in the mood for. Highly recommend and we will stop by here again when we are traveling this direction.

We had another great experience at Professor's today. As long as you can find the hidden gem,…read moreyou'll be in for a delicious, unique experience. The team greeted us with smiles, and guided us through the wholesome, organic, local menu. We tried the Ruben and the Grilled Cheese, both were absolutely worth it. Next time you're looking for a cozy, local spot to eat, hunt Professor's down and give it a try!

We dove to Colorado and went to the location on the way there and back. Easy online ordering and…read morewhen we arrived, everting was ready and we got 5 "Thank You's" from the folks working. Sandwiches were fantastic too.....both times. A++ for customer service, quality and kindness.

First time customer, sandwich was lacking what it take for sandwich. Ordered 13 inch. 3…read moresandwich slices of ham, 2 slices of cheese, tomato override, lettuce shredded & mushy. Customer service at window very pleasant. GREAT BEND, KS location ​

Ordered several cakes long distance from Denver for my Mom's 90th birthday party in WaKeeney…read more Everything was perfect! The cakes were moist and delicious and beautiful to look at. The coconut pecan frosting tasted just like my German grandmother used to make. Thank you for a wonderful experience!

Amazing little bakery just outside of their cute little downtown worth the extra three minute drive…read moreto get away from the fast food and the truck stops.

The vibe hit just right. Good music and attentive service. The menu was a great surprise. It was…read moreway beyond pub food....who does Lobster Bisque and croque monsieur??? The Carmel turtle cheese cake and coconut pie were delicious. Specialist drinks served with large ice ball.

We were passing through Hays on a long road trip and stopped at Paisley Pear for lunch. It's in…read moredowntown Hays in a charming old storefront and is clearly popular, as the dining room was packed. Fortunately, there was an open table when we arrived, and we were greeted and seated pretty quickly. It took a few minutes for our server to take our order, but we could tell she was covering most of the tables. Once we ordered, our food arrived promptly. I had a bowl of the tomato basil soup, which is gluten-free and very tasty. My partner had the breakfast plate with bacon, quiche, grapes, and toast, and he enjoyed his meal as well. After we finished eating, we waited a while for our check, but our server was tied up handling to-go orders, so we ended up paying at the bar. Even so, it was still a good experience on what was clearly a short-staffed day for the team.

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.

Excellent service and every bite of our meal was delicious from house salad side with Dorothy Lynch…read moredressing (we don't have that back home in Indiana) to chicken fried chicken and green beans to white chocolate cheesecake. My wife said her burger was the best she ever had.

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.

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

Delicious! I had pork sandwich; you get to decide what sauce you want. For indoor dining there are…read morethree bottles on the table: regular sweet and spicy, hot and spicy, and hot. my husband had the sausage and brisket (so tender). My brother had ordered ribs for his rib club and the smoked bologna: very tasty. Very clean!

Reminded me of Dickey's BBQ that use to be local near me. Fast food BBQ. Flavor was good but…read moremeats were a little dry and small portions. Service was fast and ambiance was just ok. Would I go back? Probably because I'm a sucker for BBQ. Is it the best? Just average

Great fish tacos--lots of blackened tilapia, good slaw and sauce. The grilled chicken salad also…read morehad good flavor and fresh ingredients. Would've preferred spring mix over iceberg lettuce but the other veggies made up for it. Dogs are allowed on their sunny patio. Friendly staff and an overall great experience.

We drove into town late (9:40) and were in search of places still open to grab some grub to eat at…read morethe hotel when we checked in. After reading the great reviews of their food and looking at the menu (and on their website) we were excited to get something that wasn't fast food. Told by a lovely barkeep that all they had were their late night menu - wings, cheese curds and fries. They had lost their cook, and hence no more fish tacos, chicken parm sandwich, etc. I ordered all 3 items, half wings with garlic parm and half boom boom, cheese curds and jazzed fries. Food came out very quickly and with a smile. The one star is for the friendly barkeep/cook. Food, very meh. Enough said. Perhaps inform the unsuspecting hungry customer that your menu isn't available- on Yelp or on your website. I mean, it's a bar after all, I suppose, and not a restaurant. And this'll teach me to read the dates on all those food reviews on Yelp! (It looked like a great place to hang and shoot some pool and listen to decent music. Just don't expect 90% of the food menu to be available.)

Great Pizza! I had the "Popper" pizza and it was delicious. However, I would've liked to have had a…read morelittle more meat on it. There is vey limited seating inside, but you feel almost as though you are sitting in the kitchen which is kind of cool. The service was friendly and accommodating.

Travelling from Indiana to Colorado. While approaching Hays, I googled pizza in Hays, KS. I found…read moreLamatos. While it is on the other side of town. I took the short trip. I found an individual who takes his craft very seriously. He makes the dough, and the sauce himself. The pizza was so good, I asked him to make another one for me, that I took on the road with me. The second pizza did not make it to my final destination. If driving by Hayes​, Lomato's is worth the stop. Don't miss an opportunity.