Trails Cafe & Cafe Catering

Good food great service and the price for breakfast was great. Service was a 10…read more It's like a step back in time.

Went there for the first time two weeks ago after living in Manhattan for twenty three years. It…read morewas so good the first time we went back the following weekend! There homemade bread is amazing and was so good I bought a loaf to take home. At $12 it's a bit pricey but well worth the price. Both times we went the service was excellent, our food came out really quick and the atmosphere is like an old time mom and pop diner. Will definitely be going back until we've tried everything on the menu!

The Cooker

Front of the menu.

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Front of the menu.

Mare’s Coffee Shop And Cool Stuff

4.5(2 reviews)

0.6 mi

Great local coffee spot with a fun selection of coffee and other drink flavors, pastries, hot…read morebreakfast, and sandwiches. Very spacious with many tables for working or meeting friends for breakfast or lunch! Prices are very reasonable too.

Shop is very spacious and roomy! It's very comfy as couches are also available. Lots of tables…read morewith chairs to make yourself at home. Children's area is available too. We had hot chocolate along with cinnamon rolls. Both were very good! Sandwiches are available, but I arrived too late to order one because they have a shut off time in the afternoon. They also serve breakfast too.

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Grandma’s House Restaurant

4.9(18 reviews)

76.2 mi

Jumped off of I70 to see what all the fuss was about... good food -- enjoyed breakfast sandwich,…read morebreakfast burrito, fries, and Mountain Dew! Quick, kind, polite service in a little diner-like space.

Really clean good food all the waiters are nice the food is good my favorite part about this place…read moreis how they make homemade food

Inside dining area

Steak omelette with sautéed spinach! Excellent!

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Dining area

Scoops N Smiles Cafe

4.5(2 reviews)

17.8 mi

Nice little hidden gem. They have very limited hours. Food is very good here. All the food is…read moreindividually priced, so no specials or value meals. Breakfast is the only food served here. The place is very small with limited seating. I would definitely recommend giving it a shot!

The food and service are immaculate and you always get your food fresh and ready. I will definitely…read morebe going back

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Scrambled eggs and Bagel

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Six Mile Cafe

4.7(49 reviews)

48.9 mi

So glad I dropped in here today. Friendly folks, relaxed atmosphere, great service, extremely fast…read morefrom order to hot plate. Amazing.

Located just off Highway 75, this place gives you that classic local diner feel the moment you walk…read morein. The waitresses are always incredibly kind and welcoming--even when every table is full and they're nonstop on their feet. Everything that comes out of the kitchen is delicious, hot, fresh, and clearly made with love. And whatever you do, don't skip the pie--you have to save room for dessert. This has been, and will continue to be, one of our favorite spots to eat around here.

Chicken fried steak

Sandwich!

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Thursday Special

Hotspot

4.4(16 reviews)

0.8 mi

Hot Spot is a great place for a good coffee scence, with professional Baristas, that produce…read moreexpedient and high quality beverages. If they can handle a Combat Vet such as myself, they have my respect. I normally get a double espresso, and they are tasty. I have been to coffee shops from big to small, and some were good and some were not, but the places I have been to from stateside to abroad don't compare to the experience from a coffee shop in a small town in the U.S., such is in Holton, KS. Good job Hot Spot, and best of wishes for a successful business for years to come!

Cutest little spot- great to work or meet friends, love the huge variety of flavors- awesome price…read morepoint too staff was very helpful! My only feedback would be to add the tip function to your card reader so if we don't have cash, we can still tip!

Exterior/drive thru

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The Sunflower

4.6(25 reviews)

34.2 mi

I went to Atchison for the Amelia Earnhardt race. In between we stopped at The Sunflower. I had a…read morecinnamon twist and the hi light: Amelia's Final Flight drink with cranberry, lavender, vodka, lemon and other ingredients. It's absolutely the best beverage I've ever had. (Barring KC Ice Water at Reiger). The Sunflower is decorated with adorable Knick-knacks that you just need to explore. I will return to The Sunflower, if just for Amelia's Final Flight. Infact I should've had 2 yesterday.

great friendly place with lots of home baked goods to choose from. Pumpkin latte was hot and yummyread more

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Breck's Green Acres Restaurant

4.4(37 reviews)

58.1 mi

Nice little out of the way place that is well worth the drive. Prices are better than anything…read moreyou'll find in large cities, portion sizes are huge, and the food is always ready quickly. The staff keeps track of you very well. How is the food, good portion sizes and full of flavor. The fried chicken is juicy, biscuits and gravy can remind you of what mom used to make. Pancakes are fluffy. Hashbrowns are crispy. Basically whatever you want you'll get it here and it'll be good.

The best thing I can say is that the waitress was very pleasant and efficient. Other than that,…read morethis is perhaps the worst country diner fare I have ever had. The words bland, packaged and soggy come to mind. Run, don't walk and definitely NEVER STOP!

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One Stop Cafe

4.9(19 reviews)

42.1 mi

This place has always been a favorite of mine. It's a small little diner on the corner of the…read morestreet with wonderful coffee, food and the wait staff is very friendly. First off, the food portions are good sized so make sure you come with an appetite. I haven't been there when they served lunch, but the breakfast is delicious. One lets, skillets, pancakes and etc. you get a good amount of food for the money, which is good. Second, the atmosphere is great. It's an older building so the benches are wooden and seats at the counter are old tractor seats. Which are quite comfortable. The noise level is quiet to moderate. Good little family restaurant. It can get pretty busy on Saturdays so I recommend getting there early to get some seats, but during the week isn't too bad.

One Stop is a stand by favorite in Falls City. Worth a stop for sure. The service is excellent and…read morethe food is down home American staples with generous portions and reasonable fair prices. I recommend this business highly- simply top notch!

Plenty of counter space also if no table available

Main entrance, one on the South side also

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Cash Only!!

The Depot

4.7(485 reviews)

45.3 mi

We recently held my husband's funeral luncheon at the Depot and the experience was exceptional from…read morestart to finish. Planning an event on short notice while grieving is incredibly overwhelming, but the owner Mary and her staff made the process completely seamless. They were organized and highly professional. On the day of the luncheon, the setup was perfect, the food was excellent, and our service was flawless. Many of our guests commented on how wonderful the historic venue was. Thanks to the entire staff for easing our burden and taking such good care of us. Our family would like to give a special thanks to our server, Bonnie. She was absolutely amazing. The Hammer Family

If you find yourself in Leavenworth, this spot is an absolute gem. Dining inside an authentic,…read moreconverted railway station sets a fantastic vibe from the second you walk up. The train cars were packed to the rafters when we arrived, but the wait was well worth every minute. The moment we sat down, coffee mugs were ready to roll, accompanied by a basket of warm little donut holes delivering the kind of sweet, sugary punch every mid morning meal deserves. The drinks delivered across the board. I went with the Bloody Mary, served in a classic country jar with the perfect kick of spicy heat. I also snuck a sip of a friend's Mimosa toward the end of brunch, and it was equally refreshing and balanced. The food menu features plenty of creative twists, but the standout was the Smoked Chicken Eggs Benedict. The sweet and savory smoke profile on the chicken paired flawlessly with rich hollandaise and perfectly poached eggs. Across the table, the Reuben was a massive hit--I snagged a few of the accompanying housemade chips, and they were exceptionally crispy and well-seasoned. The Chef Salad and Black Bean Burger earned high marks from the rest of the crew, proving the scratch kitchen handles classic staples just as skillfully as their specialty items. Despite a completely full dining room, our server never missed a beat. He was fast, attentive, and didn't even flinch when an extra guest showed up late to our table. Terrific food, unique historic atmosphere, and top-tier hospitality. We'll definitely be back.

Lovely room.

Donut balls

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Charlene B.

12 years ago

Jason G, . First off let me say we are owners of a service dog. I would like to ask you a question. Was your service dog marked as such? There are rules you as a service dog owner must follow as there is for establishments. We have taken our service dog in many establishments with no trouble what so ever. She does wear her service dog patch. When taking any service dog into a eating establishment make sure that your dog is either sitting in a chair next to you or on the floor. She/he CANNOT sit in your lap or be able to touch the table. Was your dog marked as a service dog? If not then you would/should be asked if it is a service dog. They cannot ask you what your dog is used for but if not marked then they have every right to. Before you start bashing a establishment make sure you are know what is required from you.. If you did not follow your rules of a service dog owner or dont know the rules then I suggest that you read up on them. We have ate there and had our dog with us. We were greeted and seated with no problems what so ever. They all were very friendly and made us feel very welcome. Even our dog was treated with all respect. So follow your rules if you expect the establishments to follow theirs. Keep up the great work Trails. We will be back with our dog. read more

Jennifer R.

12 years ago

Continue to lie about everything. ..there IS NO GRAY AREA. .they can't say thete is a gray area when they lied about talking to the va as our dr. Stated on the papers that we had to beg you to read We would have to sign a release for you to sign..for you to talk to our dr.why are you saying you followed the laws I clearly showed on my complaint that you didn't. .you were only allowed two questions. .that's it..your husband and staff need to be trained. read more

Bob J.

8 years ago

I went over to trails yesterday and there were the rudest and fakest people there. I asked them if they had anymore crackers and they said "No, I can't help you!" then walked off with a smirk. What boss lets there servers treat their customers like that? I don't appreciate it and I don't think I'll ever go there again. read more

Sandra W.

12 years ago

Wonderful family friendly establishment! The food is delicious and reasonably priced. Love the decor. One of my favorites is the boneless catfish fillet dinner, followed with a piece of homemade coconut cream pie! read more

KA B.

8 years ago

Big WOW in a small town! The BEST catfish ever and everything was so yummy! After a long drive this was a pleasant surprise with great staff! A MUST stop and eat read more

Reece O.

4 months ago

If your restaurant is closed for renovations you should probably label your restaurant as closed online before people drive an hour to find out it's not open. read more

H H.

4 months ago

Sadly since the current owners took over, its gone to complete isht, all around worst owners ever,

Anna B.

9 years ago

Stopped here on our way through town. Delicious!

Kevin P.

15 years ago

A good place to eat in Holton.

Gloria M.

22 years ago

Wish it was totally smokefree

Dakoa R.

14 years ago

best fucking place ever!

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