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    Lazy Jane's

    4.2 (382 reviews)
    Open • 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    LAZY JANE'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Yun C.

    staff are great! the restaurant has such a cute, cozy vibe. food comes out pretty fast, and the restaurant is accessible. the food is priced well, and it's very tasty. a favorite spot of mine.

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    Angela S.

    We love this little diner that has a historic, eclectic feel! It was really good, with the exception of the dressing on the salad. It was a little too bland for our house. We loved the hummus on the Mediterranean plate! You can tell it is homemade with love!

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    Jen J.

    I finally made it to Lazy James in Madison, and let me tell you--it was worth every second of the wait. The setup is casual and inviting: you order at the counter, grab a seat, and wait for your name to be . The menu is small with a focus on classic breakfast staples. They also have a variety of scones and pastries that are perfect with a cup of coffee or as a sweet finish to your breakfast. It does get busy, especially on weekends. I visited during peak hours and had to wait,but they move people through pretty fast. If you're looking for a relaxed breakfast spot that delivers on flavor and charm, Lazy James should be on your list.

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    Annika J.

    Staff doesn't seem like they want to be there. Pretty rude to not just me but other customers. Didnt get food, the coffee is decent though. Also looks like a pretty place to sit down and eat.

    Veggie frittata special with hash browns & sourdough
    Alyssa M.

    This was my first meal in Madison and it did not disappoint! There were so many delicious options on the menu and in the pastry case, but I went with the veggie frittata special and split a blackberry scone with my friend. The scone was perfectly moist and had whole blackberries inside, with a delicious sweet glaze on top! This may have been the best scone I ever had and I wish I lived close so I could try more flavors! The meal was delicious as well, and I loved that they had fresh jams to use on the toast. I also had a hot mocha latte which was absolutely delicious, and I'm picky with hot coffee! The service was very quick and the inside is adorable, with a very homey vibe. I would definitely recommend this to anyone in the area for a cute little brunch spot.

    I wish I could remember but this scramble was it called but it has mushrooms, bell peppers, onions and chorizo in it.
    Kara F.

    One of my fav breakfast spots (and really the only) that I went to when I lived in Madison. I still have dreams about the raspberry and lemon scones. Menu isn't your typical breakfast that you find, though they do have a basic eggs, hash-brown, and protein w/ toast option. Chai tea latte was always good, however, very very hot. Sometimes too hot to enjoy with breakfast so I'd recommend asking for them to not make it with scalding hot water. If you want to get the scones, make sure you get there early before all the good ones run out. Service here was meh. Typical order food at the register and find your own place to sit. No personalism with the staff at the register really. Again, make sure you get here early as sometimes later in the morning or afternoon you'll have to wait for seating. This goes for parking. Sometimes the parking lot is a disaster. Very cutely decorated, overall 10/10 recommend

    Breakfast
    Anna W.

    Birthday brunch for (1). My portion was absolutely massive and I was absolutely unable to finish it. Phenomenal atmosphere, even better marmalade.

    Scallion & cream cheese omelette
    Emily D.

    My fiancé really wanted a waffles so we ended up here on Sunday morning! The food was delicious. My eggs were perfectly cooked and the hashbrowns were nice and crispy. He loved the waffle with all the toppings. The gal taking orders was very personable and answered our questions honestly. The restaurant itself is super quaint and cozy, perfect for a Sunday breakfast. There's lots of street parking around if the lot is full! We will definitely be back.

    Breakfast Sandwich and Creamy Grits
    Kari B.

    It's been awhile since I've been to Lazy Jane's, but it's still as good as I remember it to be. We stopped in for a late breakfast and of course I had to get a couple of scones for later. I just love the chill vibe here and they take credit cards now (not sure when they started to take them but last time I went they only accepted cash).

    Corned beef hash
    Sho R.

    I stopped by on a Saturday morning for breakfast. One pays in the counter, gets a buzzer and finds a seat. I got a seat right away. My buzzer didn't work. Not sure if they forgot to buzz or the buzzer itself is faulty. I waited for about half and hour and checked about the situation. My food was sitting in the counter window all that time. So finally I was asked to take the cold food and eat. Then came the next problem. No forks. They are still washing. I waited for a while and got the forks. By then the problem shifted to no knives. Finally I collected the knives after a while. Granola with berries and banana was good. My other items were corned beef hash and taco omelette. Both were cold to appreciate the taste. I think taco omelette was better. Chai latte was fine. Overall, I found food ok. But this place is very disorganized.

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    Molly C.

    Almost a decade and a half in Madison and finally made it to Lazy Janes. Great breakfast! Lots of options. Comfortable dining atmosphere makes you feel like you are in your grandma's kitchen. Will definitely be back. Counter service with buzzers to pick up your food at the counter.

    Alexandra K.

    Lazy Jane's is such a staple on Willy Street! It's very unique and eclectic and a fun casual spot. You order at the counter and they call out your order when it's ready. We've ordered many things but this last visit I chose the waffles. They are fluffy and delicious! I will say at times, the service is slow, but they are always busy so it's just something to keep in mind, especially if you're going on a weekend!

    Delicious blackberry scone!
    Anne S.

    We loved Lazy Jane's as much on our recent visit. A must when in the area! The scones, scrambles and sourdough rye is worth the trip.

    Waffle with berries

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    6 months ago

    FAVORITE. I've came here for about a year now and it's amazing, cute area, cute vibe, cute decor, amazing food! Thanks Jane!!

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    The food tasted like a home cooked meal. A little tiny, but I like the way they run their operation. I'd definitely come back again.

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    Delicious scones, best for couples and to-go orders on weekends due to crowded but super cozy atmosphere.

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