Cooks Cafe

Steve M

2 years ago

I decided to have a late breakfast here because a friend recommended Cook's. In the past, I was in this area after they closed. Today, Thursday, I had a dentist appointment that ended while Cook's was still open, and the dentist's office is just a few steps away. The interior is much bigger than I thought it would be. I was seated as soon as I walked in. A waitress asked me if I was ready to order not long after I was seated. I ordered orange juice, hamburger steak, scrambled eggs, hash browns, Texas toast, and a cinnamon roll. In hindsight, I should have request to have the cinnamon roll served last because it's basically a breakfast dessert. It came before the rest of the meal, so it sat for at least 10 minutes before I ate it. The scrambled eggs were good, the hamburger steak was cooked medium well and was great, and the hashbrowns & toast were cooked perfectly. I enjoyed the cinnamon roll, although I probably would have enjoyed it even more if I had eaten it as soon as it was brought to me. That was my fault. I also enjoyed the glass of orange juice. The waitress was pleasant and attentive to my needs. The only criticism I have is it would have been nice if I had more than 1 napkin. I'm glad I finally gave Cook's a try. I anticipate visiting again on the weekend. I recommend Cook's for a good breakfast.

Danielle Petersen

2 years ago

Loved everything about this place! The decor was very interesting. The word baroque came to mind. We did have to wait to get a table, about 25 minutes. The menu is extensive. My son ordered the stuffed waffle and said it was delicious! I had the chicken fried steak and eggs. The steak was tender and well seasoned. The hashbrowns were crispy. My over easy eggs were cooked perfectly! A meal for 2 was less than $30. We will definitely go back next time my family is in Lincoln.

Scott Owens

7 months ago

Great little breakfast place in Lincoln. Popular on a Saturday morning, and I can see why. We split a Chicken Fried Steak meal. I liked their batter, which has a peppery flavor profile. I asked for biscuits with my gravy on the side and my wife had the biscuits and gravy. Eggs were cooked nicely. I added ketchup to the steak and the hashbrowns... Yeah I know, I'm weird. Anyway, recommended if looking for a breakfast spot on the east side of town.

Kirsten A

a year ago

Kids wanted pancakes and we were close by, off to Cook's! We were told it was a 25 min wait but were seated after about 10 🥳. Almost immediately my daughter spilled her water everywhere which is usually my bulldozer son's department. Within seconds our server and a coworker were on it with towels and it was rapidly resolved. Rather impressive actually. They got their pancakes, both ordering identical plates. Kids cake upgraded to a Happy Face with Strawberry Banana. They loved every bit of it, my little one literally humming a happy tune while he ate. I am on a French Toast kick and chose the Sweet Combo with hashbrowns and scrambled eggs. Also ham which the kids split. It was yummy, fluffy eggs, crispy hashbrowns. Totally hit the spot! I really liked our server Jackie, a total pro, she was on top of it! Wait times on food are consistently long but food is great and reasonably priced. Please note that prices on their website do not match their current menus. It happens. The only problem I had with it is the kids menu in person listed the upgrades as $1 and we were charged $2.50 per plate. That may sound inconsequential but when the pancakes start at $3 that's like double. I would likely pay it again, it just would have been nice to know ahead of time.

Quentin King

Edited a year ago

It's been about a year since I discovered that Cook's Cafe had moved to their new location, and they're still as fantastic as ever! The place is really nice—truly an upgrade from their old spot on North 66th. The ambiance is warm and inviting, making it a great place to enjoy a meal. I revisited recently and tried their western omelette again, and oh boy, the ham is still as chunky and delicious as ever! This is exactly how a western omelette should be made. This time around, I went with the hash browns instead of the country potatoes, and they were just as good—perfectly crispy and wonderfully seasoned. Cook's Cafe continues to deliver on quality and taste. I'll definitely keep coming back!

Mat Johnson

Edited 7 months ago

A classic you can’t pass up, and trust me - the wait is worth it! The food is delicious, service top notch, and the prices can’t be beat! Highly recommend the cinny!

Johanna K.

5 months ago

Cook’s Cafe is an absolute must for breakfast. The food is consistently delicious, well-prepared, and full of flavor. The staff are friendly, attentive, and make you feel right at home. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, perfect for starting your day on a high note. True to my style, I didn’t take any pictures—just enjoyed the experience and every bite. Breakfast at Cook’s Cafe is one I’ll keep coming back for.

Ethan Wemhoff

2 years ago

Great place to go with family and friends! The food way amazing and there was a large menu to chose from, there's something for everyone here! I personally had stuffed waffle with cinnamon and maple and it was the bomb! Our waitress was also super friendly and peppy, the right kind of energy I need to start my day off right! We did wait a while for our food but our server made it up to us by bringing out a homemade cinnamon roll which I realized after eating it that we would have totally missed out if we didn't get one. I'll definitely be returning here soon and I won't forget the cinnamon roll next time!!!

Vivian Esparza

7 months ago

I can’t rave about this place anymore. You have to come early but the cinnamon rolls are so amazing. Just the right amount of soft and fluffy. They do fill up pretty quick so I would put your name down as soon as you can, normally there is a wait but it’s worth it for the food. The servers are also so nice and the restaurant is so inviting

Jenny P

5 months ago

Wow! What a great brunch restaurant! The place has great atmosphere! The staff is kind and patient! And the food….delicious!!! Great food for great prices! The pancakes are soooo good and as big as your head! You will not be disappointed! We will be back!