Hoosier Cafe
393 W Warner Rd, Chandler, AZ, 85225
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Address :
393 W Warner Rd
Chandler, AZ, 85225 - Phone (480) 814-7199
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Opening Hours
- Mon :6:00 am - 2:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Breakfast
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
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Ashlee M.
For what it is, this place is great. If you are looking for home-cooked food without having to do the cooking yourself, this is the place to go. I went with a bunch of people that were from Indiana so that also made my experience very exciting but our server was friendly, attentive, and our order came out fast. I got the California omelette with toast and hash browns and I was a happy lady. I do wish there was just a LITTLE more avocado but it surely didn't ruin my meal by any means. The large OJ was only $3 and my total was like, 12 something and change. WHAT A STEAL! So hearty too. If you want, you can get biscuits and gravy instead of toast but I tried to not overdue it. Go here, you won't be upset.
(5)J P.
Had the biscuits and gravy with two eggs and sausage patties. I'm very particular about how my eggs are cooked and they did a good job the first time...so good there. The other order was eggs, pancakes and bacon. All were good and again the eggs were spot on. Overall pretty darn good. Not sure its a 5 but its at least a 4.5.
(4)Regan C.
As a Hoosier, it was imperative for me to go, and I was quite pleased. Great food, great service - and be sure to get there early on the weekends, there is usually a line. Corned beef hash is homemade and great, burgers are great too.
(4)Kate M.
I am so glad I finally made it over here to try Hoosier Café. GREAT breakfasts! The first time I went by myself and had the half Belgian waffle breakfast. That was the perfect amount of food. Then I took my husband back and we loaded up and tried a couple of things. I had a delicious California omelet with fresh avocado, and the B & G were old school. Soft, fluffy biscuits and peppery sausage gravy. That's the way it should be done. I've seen the same servers both times and they seem like they've worked together a long time. Like a well-oiled machine they take care of everybody with a smile. As a side benefit I got a huge kick out of the table of geriatric regulars reading from the newspaper and talking politics. Our world needs more of that. One dude was eyeballing me the time I was there alone. I figured I was either in his usual seat (which is more likely the reason) or he was wondering if I'd be offended by their comments about Hillary Clinton. Heck no! Comment away! It's a free country. Well, for now anyway. Unless you have a dissenting opinion on certain topics, or try to carry a plastic bag around in Bisbee. Reasonable prices, great service, stimulating conversation, and excellent food! I may have found my new favorite breakfast spot.
(4)Brittney C.
We've been a few times. I've tried different items. Waffle and egg breakfast is great. Biscuits and gravy are a great breakfast item too.
(4)Donica A.
This place is great for breakfast i have been here several times and i always get the spinach omelet, which is delicious. My husband has had the skillet, chicken fried steak and meat lover omelet and has always been good. They definitely bring a lot of food for you, portions are huge! The wait time was accurate, they said 10 minutes and it was. The staff and server's are friendly, never a bad experience. Today is mothers day and we expected a longer wait for seating and for food. Food came out within 15 minutes today and was great as usual. All in all another good experience...i really like the consistency of quality and service.
(5)Valerie M.
Kinda busy and slow upon entry, but service was prompt and the noise level soon dropped as the "old men's clubs" gradually departed. Okay, jk, but there were several groups of older men here today. I noticed on the menu that the corn cake is a Midwest favorite. I've never had it and ftm, I had never heard of it before either. So after a few questions I decide to give it a try. I'll preface the rest and simply say I'm not gonna order it again. It was, um, well it was just bland. I couldn't figure out how to enhance it (butter, syrup, bacon, salt, catsup, etc.) so it had some appeal. Yeah sure, maybe it's something you grew up with and you developed a taste for it but to me it was little more than being totally non-descript. So unless you're a fan, I recommend that you stick with the more traditional items on the menu. Biscuits and gravy -good Waffles - good Chicken fried steak - good Hash browns - good Coke products -works for me Food has been consistent, served in less than ten minutes. Service every time I have been here has been what I would call ideal. Friendly, prompt, attentive but without hovering. And kudos to the owner who came out to chat with me when I had a thousand questions. He was kind enough to give me the low down on the Midwest favorite. Maybe I should've asked him to add cornbread to the menu. Well we will keep coming back cuz it's all really good stuff.
(4)Kenzy M.
The best breakfast joint in Chandler! Their waffles are amazing and the coffee is so good, I drink it black!! Great local cafe with excellent prices too!
(5)John M.
Great place to get breakfast. 2nd weekend in a row. Prices are fair and the food is great. Friendly staff and fast service.
(4)Sara S.
I really want to love this place since it is so close to my house but this is the last freaking straw! I ordered food to go this morning and there is a hair in my food! This is the 2nd time this has happened! Does the cook not wear a hair net!? Just gross!
(1)James S.
I really enjoyed the Midwest "greasy spoon" atmosphere! I got an omelet and it delivered on all of my expectations, fluffy, cheesy, and stacked! The toast was crispy on the outside and soft from the melted butter on the inside! The service was great, they have good hospitality! I will be coming back!
(4)Loren A.
Great breakfast this morning!! I ordered the meat lovers and it was amazing! Very filling and I think I found my new favorite breakfast place
(5)Lisa K.
Good wholesome food. Open daily from 6 am to 2 pm. Great for breakfast. Had the basic eggs, hash browns, crispy bacon and toast for about $7. More than enough for one person. Saw their skillets and they are huge portions. The waffles are amazing. Service was great. Friendly and they know their regulars. They have been recommended by several people I know and now I know why.
(5)Toni Y.
This is one of my favorite places for breakfast. I am into local/mom & pop places and this diner offers a variety of dishes at really affordable prices. The waitstaff are friendly and service is good and food quality is good. It gets quite packed with early birds towards the end of the week but the wait isn't too bad , if you have to wait.
(4)Stephanie H.
Great service, decent food. Very average food options but a fun place to eat :) Took me back to the Midwest for a meal. Oh, and that Wisconsin cheese!!
(5)Vanessa G.
All things Indiana. Boiler UP! 1. The biscuits and gravy were great. For any Purdue grads - can be mentioned in the same sentence and the Triple X Biscuits and Gravy. 2. Waffle with blue berries was great. Really good.. weird that I had to ask for the syrup though. Is syrup with a waffle not a normal thing? 3. The skillets... do not come out on a skillet. So.. its more of a HOT PLATE that pretends to be a skillet. This was decent. 4. Coffee... as you know I am a snob so.. 2 stars. Very Watery Main take a ways it reminded me of college, so i got that homey feeling, and hte biscuits were great!
(3)Melanie B.
Went for breakfast recently - love me a good diner. I had a half a Belgian waffle with ham and egg and sampled a little of my boyfriend's biscuits and gravy. It was all great! Biscuit was light and fluffy and the sausage gravy was just right. The waffle was very good. Portions are large, prices are cheap and the staff is very friendly. Definitely will go again.
(4)Laura P.
My husband and I had a breakfast date here and loved every second of it. The place was very busy, but someone was waiting to show us a table immediately. I ordered the traditional Eggs Benedict and they were cooked to perfection for me. I ate every bite! My husband ordered Eggs over medium and they came over easy, too runny for his liking. He also had the biscuits and gravy which were delicious. The plates were full and the food was fabulous. We will go back!
(4)Sterling K.
First time dining and left with a new favorite restaurant. Extremely delicious food and great service!
(5)Evette C.
Sometimes the service isn't so great and the food is burnt now and then, but overall this is a great breakfast place. Hoosier Cafe has been around forever and has enough cliental to not really need you to try them out. The food is delicious!
(5)Linda B.
I was on vacation and family took me there 2 times and the food was excellent. the waitress Candy knew the family sine they go in there all the time.
(4)Thao P.
This is a great diner and the people were very nice. They really try to keep the place clean, frequently wiping windows and cleaning the tables and booths. Our server was super sweet and attentive but didn't hassle us with constant interruptions. Had the Spanish omelet with country potatoes (get it extra crispy!!). Geez, the chorizo on and in that omelet is amaaazing. They could serve a bowl of just the chorizo and it would be a best seller. You get bread or biscuits with gravy. The gravy is kind of bland to me but the biscuits were big and fluffy! Big portions and all for pretty well under $10. I didn't even finish it. My bf got the steak omelet with hash and bread. He had onions and peppers added in the hash but be forewarned: they put a ton! I had to scoop some on my own plate. We also got a small order of French toast. Was good but would be great had we had it warm (and wasn't stuffed from our respective omelets). Great place! Too bad it's so far (for me) and closes so early!
(5)Jill T.
I enjoyed this place very much. I had the eggs biscuits and gravy and they were perfect. The waitress was very professional and friendly and she did check back one time after I received my food, I would have appreciated if she came back another time so I could have gotten more coffee because they weren't overly busy at the time. I will go back when I'm in the area.
(4)+TheGeneralofHope +.
My date and I ate here after church yesterday and the other Yelpers were +SO+ right! The biscuits and gravy are out of this world! The omelets were fantastic and the portions were "farm size". The service was efficient and the place was clean. I will be back! A solid 5 stars!
(5)Robert D.
Veronica is a very nice yoing lady and a great waitress. Food is always great here and probably the cleanest restaurant I've ever seen.
(5)Vero T.
Every time that we have come here we always have amazing service and the food is the best. I love the chorizo!
(5)gilbert a.
The reviews don't lie! I have been there and the food is spot on perfect! Every time I have been there, the food is always cooked fresh, eggs are a work of art! The club sandwich is very tasty and the tea is real fresh brewed tea, not the powdered cheap tea! Real Midwest style service and quality! "It's on like Donkey Kong"
(5)Chris B.
Basic no frills diner, lots of seating and extremely attentive service. For $12 I had two perfectly cooked eggs, four quality sausage patties, crispy hash browns, biscuits and sausage pepper gravy which was adequate and a very good ginormous pancake with unlimited coffee. I shall return!
(4)Kylee S.
Service was great, food was even better. I had a Denver omelet, hash browns, and biscuits and gravy (for a side, instead of toast for no extra cost). everything was delicious of course, but I do have a soft spot for some good biscuits and gravy and these were great! My boyfriend had French toast with eggs and sausage on the side, the French toast was great, but in comparison to mine he was a little jealous Server was a quick, no-nonsense type of lady, and I mean that in the best way possible. She was efficient, made sure we were doing well, but also friendly at the same time! I would definitely recommend this place for a nice atmosphere (feels like it has been there forever) and even better breakfast food!! Going back sometime this weekend, I will definitely update!
(5)Scott S.
This is our favorite breakfast joint. It has a very Midwest feel with the menu and the people. Which is logical since it is called Hoosiers and is a shrine to Indiana and their sports. I like the Belgian waffles. They are always great. They do it right.
(5)Willard H.
OMG the food was phenomenal! Especially the cornmeal mush! Biscuits and gravy was awesome too!
(5)Patricia H.
Love the friendly staff, fun mix of customers and simple good food. Neighborhood spot that has a lot of regulars. Eggs always prepared the way I ask and that's a HUGE make or break for me
(4)Debbie N.
Very good food and very reasonable prices-as a person from Indiana, the food and decor made me feel right at home-the portions are huge!
(5)Shirley D.
Our favorite breakfast place...price is good and you get a big portion of food. Their biscuits and gravy are the best!
(5)Ashley S.
A Good trust worthy spot for a home cooked breakfast. Large portions and good food!! Coffee is a little weak but I'm just a coffee snob :-)
(4)Melinda C.
Seriously the best breakfast in town!!! I always get an omelette or breakfast burrito and a caramel iced coffee, yum!!!!
(5)Julie F.
Love this place! Always happy staff. Quick service and priced great. I have tried almost everything on the breakfast menu and I keep going back to the omelets.
(5)Paula C.
Best place for breakfast!! Love their omelets and biscuits and gravy!! Staff is friendly and service is speedy even on times when they are busy.
(5)Rico L.
Friendly staff seemed to actually enjoy their job. Very prompt service. Place was packed and yet we were seated quickly. Food came out and served quickly Adequate portions and great tasting food! Only downside was only one bathroom so had a 3 person wait for mens a room
(4)Kristin H.
Prompt service, great iced coffee, the food I've tried has always been tasty. The portions are great as well. Some breakfast places skimp on the food, but not this place! Most times I have a hard time finishing my meal!
(5)Bryan S.
Love this place. We've been there many times and the food and service is always excellent! Not sure how it happens but for some reason we always seem to get seated in Marcus' section. He's an awesome server.
(5)Teighlor D.
We were unimpressed. The food was just ok, the coffee was not good at all. Service was just ok. Nothing special about this place. We have no plans to return.
(3)NATE's P.
This place is a great place for traditional American breakfast! None of that weird fufu stuff here. The portions are huge and the food is excellent. Traditional home style breakfast! Get there early because there usually is a line but it moves fast.
(4)Joe L.
As a resident of California I came to Arizona to visit family and friends over the holiday. Today is my last day in Chandler. Soon to be on a 5 hour drive home. I can't drive on an empty stomach, so I decided to try this place out. I order the steak breakfast burrito, and I must say it's quite filling. A white flour tortilla wraps the steak, fluffy potatoes, cheeder cheese, and caramelized onions all together. With a side of delicious salsa. A complete care package! If you're an "on-the-go" type person, I highly suggest ordering the steak burrito. And after enjoying it, take a quick nap before you hit the road.
(5)Jordan A.
This place was amazing. The prices are great, the biscuits and gravy were even better. The staff was prompt and there was hardly any wait on a Saturday morning for breakfast.
(5)Henry D.
I don't think I've ever had a worst breakfast. I had the Mexican Scramble. It was nothing more than a pile of near raw potatoes with s small amount of tasteless chorizo on top. I had 2 biscuits on the side, that were not cooked in the center. My wife had the chicken fried steak and potatoes... same thing . A thin tasteless chicken patty laid atop a huge pile of near raw potatoes. This is the second time leaving a post/review because the first one somehow magically disappeared. I also posted pictures but they too are gone. There were lots of people waiting outside for tables. There are so many good reviews for this place, so i don't understand my experience. I guess some people really have no idea what good food taste like. @hoosiercafe #hoosiercafe
(1)Michelle B.
I have been at least 20 times and I was never disappointed. Food was always good. There is usually a wait on weekends but during the week the wait time is very minimal.
(4)Robert O.
Always get a great breakfast here! I'm a pancake guy, so I can't talk about a large portion of the menu, but their pancakes and breakfast meats are excellent. They're not cheap, but not overly expensive, kinda right in the middle. My kids love the Belgian waffles and the wife likes the corned beef hash. I've always had excellent service.
(4)Tricia V.
My husband and I come here occasionally with his parents for a nice hearty breakfast on the weekend. We always can expect great service and full stomachs. I usually opt to get an omelette of some sort and am never unsatisfied. It does get busy here though, so be prepared to wait on a weekend morning.
(4)TooFast F.
Went here for Easter Brunch, had a 10 min wait which was no big deal considering the occasion. The place was busy but the service was excellent! Place was clean. Our server made sure we had drink refills and our food came out within a short time. I had belgian waffles with eggs and crispy bacon, friends had pancakes and bacon burrito. All were delicious! Will go back here again!
(5)Derek W.
I've been going to this place for years and years. It's consistently good. My coffee cup is always kept full and the food is good.
(4)R M.
I brought my Mother there today expecting a cheap breakfast. While we were fed copious amounts of food, the bill was outrageous given their $ rating. $7.99 per omelet, no matter which one you choose. Every breakfast item was over $7.00. I was disappointed on price, but not on the quality of the food or the service. Suggest Brunchies in downtown Chandler instead. Same portions, same service, a bit cheaper.
(3)Toby D.
This is a great casual family diner, everything a diner should be. Incredibly fast service, super friendly attitude, wholesome delicious food, variety galore and reasonable prices. I really enjoyed eating breakfast here and would recommend it without hesitation. And where else could you try gourmet corn mush infused with bacon and other goodies?! Go Hoosiers!!
(5)Michelle I.
excellent food, and great service and even better prices. I will definitely be coming back.
(5)Kristi M.
This place has a mom and pop feel. All of the food is homemade and delicious. Portion sizes are generous and for a reasonable price. The waitresses are very friendly and treat customers well. I come here for breakfast often!
(5)Nick D.
I'll be honest I was not impressed with the food. Very in seasoned and greasy. Service was slow. I also received a dirty water glass and silverware. This was my first and last visit. I give it 2 stars because the cost is low.
(2)Chris S.
You will love this greasy spoon as much as you love the diner look and feel to the place. Clean restaurant and it can get very busy at times, especially in the morning. This is a good place to come and read your paper and sip coffee. I had a standard breakfast with over-easy eggs, potatoes and toast. Now come on, I know what your thinking, who can mess up eggs and toast? Your right but they get it right, perfectly looking and tasting how a greasy spoon breakfast should taste. Which is good but obviously not that great for your health. Who said I was trying to save your life? My partner's breakfast with the bacon looked awesome. The bacon looked thick cut and perfectly cooked to perfection. He has also had the bacon cheeseburger which he observes is equally satisfying.
(4)Shawn N.
Now THIS is breakfast! Breakfast is my favorite meal of the day and I've always believed that breakfast should be hearty to get you jump started. Hoosier Cafe does just that. If you want a "stick to your ribs" kind of meal, Hoosiers' the place. The establishment is decked out in all things Indiana & Hoosiers. It has that old school "Denny's" charm about it. I found Hoosier Cafe to be clean and comfortable to be in. Warning, if you are a health nut, your options might me quite limited to a fruit cup or maybe oatmeal (not sure if I saw that on the menu). Let your guard down and indulge in some biscuits & gravy or a stack of hotcakes! Feeling edgy? Kill a chicken fried steak & eggs! It's "slap-yo-mama" GOOD!!!
(4)Shawn M.
I have been here twice now, both times I got food to go, and everything has been really good. First time I got chicken fried steak skillet & second time I got the Denver omelette w/ hash brown & cheese and biscuit and gravy. The first time, the potatoes weren't quite as done as I like, but still good...second time the gravy had a bit to much pepper for me, but is still good. Like I said, these were just my preferences! Everyone was very nice on both visits and that goes for staff and customers. Overall, I plan on eating here again, cause the food is very good and you get a lot of it!!!
(5)Heather C.
Not bad at all, fairly quick service on a Sunday morning if you get in before the after church crowd. Food was fresh and good, prices were fair. Service was fast and friendly. I had the corned beef breakfast with ranch potatoes, yummy. My boo had a waffle and bacon, awesome.
(4)Sherita W.
Out doing my Saturday morning shopping and happened by Hoosier Cafe. I have driven by the spot many times but for some reason today I took notice of the crowd inside. So I suggested to my friend who I had just moments before expressed her need to eat soon that we finish our errands and come back to give this place a try. This was by far the best breakfast I have had in a good while. I know, I know it's hard to mess up bacon and eggs but many people do. This place is awesome. It has a small town, small cafe feel. The service was phenomenal and the food delish. I will definitely return. Oh, the food. I had the two eggs, ham steak, hash brown and biscuits with gravy. My friend opted for the chicken and waffles. I have one word...Yummylicious! If you haven't been here you are missing out...
(5)Jim R.
Best country breakfast in Chandler. Eggs were perfect ham was moist. Biscuits and gravy Awesome
(5)Karen K.
This place was horrible! Thw waitress was very nice, however it took 40 minutes to get our soup and grilled cheese. When we got the soup.....of course it was cold and it was not good at all!
(1)Tanja M.
Great food. Always busy when we go, mostky weekends. Always seated quickly. Fast delivery of the food .waitstaff all friendly!
(5)Sam S.
Never had a bad meal from here
(5)Chris S.
Always has fast and friendly service. You got to have the Spanish omelet.
(4)Karen W.
Hoosier Cafe is not a heart healthy cafe. Bring that knowledge through the door and you will be served up a hearty filling breakfast, albeit a fat-laden one. I had the spinach omelet ($6.99) which came with hash browns or ranch potatoes, and toast or biscuits and gravy. I chose the ranch potatoes and biscuits and gravy. The omelet itself was great. The eggs were fluffy, and there was a lot of spinach and mushrooms in the filling. The spinach and mushrooms tasted great, but the spinach was loaded with grease/oil. The biscuits and gravy were also very good. The gravy wasn't overly salty, and the biscuits were soft and warm. There was a large portion of potatoes to finish off too. I could only finish about half of my meal. Will definitely come here again to try more dishes!
(4)Jay M.
I love this place! I've been coming here for years!!! Never a bad meal. Every time I come I ask for the "J Monday" it's 1/2 coffee, 1/2 hot chocolate with whip cream & chocolate drizzled on top! Delish!!!!
(5)Deb S.
Hoosier Cafe - I know you've got a ton of regulars and the line is out the door and up the block on the weekends so we stopped in on a Monday morning. Excellent service and friendly waitstaff. Loved our French Toast, no we really really loved our French Toast. The omelette breakfast was good too, but the plain old scrambled eggs were plain old scrambled eggs. My fault. A teeny bit of a problem with the bacon for our skillet breakfast, but what the heck? Everything else was good enough to make a return visit.See ya next time!
(4)Brandi J.
Amazing service even on a busy Saturday morning. Food was good, served in large portions. Good place to take kids as service is fast with an abundance of child friendly offerings.
(4)Jim W.
Yay diner! Four stars for the diner category. Basic food, good prices, service with a little good natured lip backatcha. Oh, and basic diner decor with an Indiana spin to everything. Prices are good - in line with standard diner pricing. I've had a variety of breakfasts here...if you consider omelets and scrambled eggs variety...always with bacon, potatoes and toast. Solid. Go Hoosiers! What is a hoosier anyway? As far as I know it is a kitchen cabinet with a small counter area attached. Go kitchen furniture!
(4)T B.
Ok, I have seen this business listed as a great place for breakfast. I have passed by a couple of times and wasn't crazy about the outside appearance, too bland, and I kept driving. However, I wanted to give this place a chance and see what it's all about. I was impressed how clean and responsive the staff is. There seems to be plenty of seating and I didn't see a bad seat in the place. The menu covered about everything one could ask for, except maybe the yogurt fruit craze some people yarn for. I ordered the biscuit and gravy, and a waffle. Both were delivered promptly with normal serving size (not huge portions) and each was very good. I would not hesitate to return and bring a friend!
(4)Jon C.
Can you say small town diner? It is truly like a small town diner at small town diner prices. That said, I called it a diner for a reason. I am not even sure if they serve fruit and vegetables (joking of course). Great breakfast that is nice on the wallet. Be careful though, it can get crazy busy for breakfast, especially on the weekends. I always feel, why go to Denny's or IHop when you have a place like this.
(4)Tom S.
I am in town on a business trip and found this place on yelp. I have been here for breakfast the last three mornings. Just a good, old fashion eatery. Good service from friendly servers, good food, fair price, and a clean restaurant.
(5)T K.
Today I visited for breakfast. I had the steak omelet. I was surprised to find that it was very flavorful, cheesy, and had a very good amount of steak. This was my 2nd visit to the cafe. The first time, I just had sausage and eggs which were okay but I was not impressed. Trying it again today made me say I would go back. Worth a try, and really good IF you order the right thing...
(4)Trisha D.
Decent food for good prices, ordered the spinach omelette it was very bland, but the amount of food that came in the plate made up for it, hash browns and biscuits and gravy were alright, the waffles are delicious though!
(3)Huy T.
Pretty good food for the price, tons of potatoes with the country fried steak. Couldn't finish it.
(3)Cindy R.
I can't believe I drove by this place almost every day for the last 12 years and never stopped! So I decided to stop in on a Saturday. Don't be discouraged when you see the line, it never seems that it the wait is very long and the food is worth the wait! Yum! Everything is good! The staff is attentive and there is just a really nice vibe about this place!
(4)Jasmine C.
Clean restaurant. Fast service. Good breakfast. I only had the oatmeal but it was good and cheap. The iced tea was fresh. My friend had bacon (looked thick and perfectly cooked), eggs and hashbrowns. I recommend!
(4)David G.
I like this place because it's close to work so when I have a early meeting come over for a meal.
(5)Cherilynn E.
Love this place. Great food and friendly service. Good size portions.
(5)S J.
Good morning my fellow Arizonian foodies..... So by now you realize not only am I a PICKY person but I am proud to say I hail from Chicago and grew up eating at little breakfast dives. When we moved here to Chandler I had hoped to find a good breakfast dive to start the day out right. Our first day here we noticed Hoosiers and were so excited to give it a shot. The first experience was ok. The food wasent the greatest...by a long shot but the service was friendly and quick and the atmosphere was comfortable and reminded me of the midwest. We tried again a couple weeks later and noticed, as we did on our first try, that the potatoes,bacon and biscuits/gravy, while good, were warm at best. I am one who enjoys my food HOT (temperature wise), so by the time I am finishing up it is still a little warm. The potatoes and bacon tasted as though they were made hours earlier and they forgot to heat them back up. I tried a chili cheese omlette today and must say, I was happily surprised that it was quite Yum! It had little green chilis that gave it a sweet taste with a nice bite. I realize we live in Arizona where people think it is warm year round.....uhh uhh...not the case, it gets downright nippy in the winter and the restaurant is all windows and I froze all thru breakfast....guess theres not too much one could do about that, just bring a hat, gloves and a scarf and you should be ok :) . Anyway, not too much more to say about HOOSIERS.... its an ok place with ok prices and ok food I would have given it 2 stars ( ehhh, I've had better) but I have yet to find a really good breakfast dive in the area and MATTS BIG BREAKFAST is just too far to go.....so, you get 3 stars out of default! Go and give it a try...lets see what you think and in the meantime....... Bon Appetite' and stay warm
(3)Julie P.
Went for breakfast with a group. Service was fast and hot. I had the 1/2 waffle and added pecans(in the batter) and it came with a choice of egg & meat. I had the bacon which was thick and smoky. The coffee was good, just wish they would have filled it more. The group had a variety of food and it all looked good. I will come back. They took credit cards and the parking lot was easy to find a spot.They also gave us individual checks, which is a plus in my book with a group. This place is in a strip mall, I think called Palm Court.
(4)Daniel M.
Great hearty Midwest Breakfast in Chandler. Biscuits and Gravy is the real deal. Good Place to dine!
(4)Janale L.
Food was good!! Waffle was everything I was expecting!! Service by waitress ruined the whole experience. So disappointed in the way my family & I were treated. The busser was so friendly & helpful but our waitress should find a new job. Will return to support local small business and good breakfast spot but will not sit in her section.
(2)David I.
What can I say? MEH. It's a diner themed to Indiana. I'm amazed that they stay in business with that theme, but what the hey. The food is normal diner food, good and greasy, I love that old diner feel. They have that (in my opinion) disgusting biscuits & gravy, which is designed to make Hooiser's the fattest people on earth. I had bacon and eggs as I'm not Hoosier, I'm just a captive there. This place is ok, but I won't go there again. I was brought here as a joke because I was visiting from Indiana. There is nothing here that I can't get at 10,000 other places in Phoenix, except high cholesterol.
(3)Candace R.
On a rare Friday off, my boyfriend brought me to this place by his house for breakfast. I was surprised at how busy it was for a weekday, but we were quickly seated and greeted with waters and menus. The boy got the spinach omelet and I had the corned beef hash plate. Things needed a bit of spicing up, but it was fresh, bountiful, and hit the spot. I'd definitely come back again for a fuss free breakfast.
(4)Neil C.
I grew up in the 60's and 70's in Michigan and I can say that the Hoosier cafe brought back memories. Days when my dad and I used to sneak out of the house on Sunday for a great breakfast. The Gravy is thick and packed with sausage. Eggs cooked perfectly, and Hash browns crispy on the outside and tender in the center. Oh and the bottomless cup of coffee! Bring back memories from the old days...
(4)Jeff R.
This is a greasy spoon, diner, local hang out place that I usually really enjoy. The few times I have gone I wasn't that impressed with the food and it's extremely loud in here every time I go. Which i think is how diners should be except it's really much louder than you would expect. The waitresses are nice and seem to know everyone which is always good to find. The few things I have ordered to eat have all been pretty bland and not very good. The Blueberry pancakes seem to have real blueberries but they are very tough and "chewy" not sure how that actually happens. Usually blueberries in pancakes are the opposite. The pancake itself was very tough and pretty bland. I can't really recommend them. I have also had an omelet before and it was good nothing to write home about. So if you stop in I would stay away from the pancakes.
(2)Lillie H.
Seems like a blast from the past... The servers are truly career waitresses making them honest and probably the best you'll ever find. The food was QUICK tasty and correct. . Getting food how you order it has some sort of perk, especially if your expected to pay for it. I would make the drive for another treat, though based on the wait and capacity on a Friday morning i would not dare a Saturday morning visit. . BUT, if your in the area, defiantly walk across the parking lot for a pedicure.. great little business complex they have over there. . A++
(4)Dwain C.
I ate at the "Hoosier Cafe" in Chandler, AZ. The decor makes you think that you really are in Indiana. A very friendly staff provided good service. I would love to go again.
(5)Ben B.
This is a family tradition for me......... breakfast everytime I come home to visit the parents. Classic midwestern diner, in the middle of the desert. Loved the corn beef hash.
(4)Stacy J.
lol @ Gary in Chandler I'm not a friend or family member of the owner ... and I love this place. I meet a friend here on a pretty regular basis when one or both of us is craving the biscuits and gravy. She often orders a steak & mushroom omelet. It's exactly what you'd expect from a greasy spoon in IN. I was born and raised in Lake/Porter Co in IN so my curiosity got the better of me when I found a breakfast place called Hoosier :) I'm glad it's as good as I hoped.
(5)Courtney B.
Great chicken fried steak! They get the hash browns perfect! Great prices!
(4)Cheryl F.
My husband had sausage and eggs there yesterday and about 5-6 hours later was hit with horrible symptoms of food poisoning! He had extreme diarrhea and projectile vomiting. He is still very I'll, but improving now. I tried to call them to tell them of the problem, but could not be heard due to background noise. I gave it one star because he said that it tasted good. Be very careful.
(1)MaryLou D.
I can't believe nobody has reviewed this wonderful little restaurant yet! I've been going here for years, first with my parents, who are both from Indiana, then to treat my mother, my husband and kids, even my brother when he was in town. Where else you gonna find a "breaded pork tenderloin" sandwich! And it's really good! They also have great breakfasts. I had the "Corn Meal Mush" one day and expected a bowl of hot cereal, but it was actually strips of fried cornmeal batter which were delicious with syrup over them. They came with a generous amount of bacon, too. They are only open till 2pm so don't dawdle if you want to eat there. And be sure to try the pork tenderloin!
(5)Tray B.
Pretty good food. This restaurant is a true greasy spoon with a ton of Indiana sports memorabilia hanging around. It hard to find healthier dishes on the menu so be prepared to charge up on some carbs. The service was not terrible, but I have had much better service elsewhere.
(3)Nick B.
I love this place. The food is very good and comes in substantial portion sizes. I usually get a breakfast burrito for 5-6 bucks and other additions are very affordable. They even have fresh fruit and I don't think anything on their menu is more than $8-10. They are quick, and very friendly. Hoosier Cafe is just a nice place to get a good meal for cheap.
(4)Kristen W.
So, I've been trying to check this place out for awhile. I love b-fast, almost as much as staying up late and sleeping in, so it did take me awhile to check it out before they closed at two (my average wake up time). In fact I arrived right at two, which having been a server, I know sucks. Our server Marci was super nice and welcomed us in anyway, without even one look of contempt, which I know is what I would have delivered had I been serving a table at closing time. The food was delicious, and it being a "fuck it" day, ordered bacon wholeheartedly. It was the most delicious, thick cut bacon I've had. And the rest of the meal was delicious and reasonably priced. Next time I'm awake early (or up late) I'll be back.
(4)G E.
You get a lot of food for a relatively cheap price and the service is great and fast. The quality of the food though is only so-so. You'll leave full but you get what you pay for.
(3)Todd P.
Good biscuits and gravy and pretty good omelettes. The ranch potatoes weren't very good, not sure if the hashbrowns are better. Either way it's a good breakfast for the price.
(4)Anna M.
For the first time in a while I was out of the house really early, too early for the meeting I had scheduled. So to pass time I decided to get some breakfast. I had been wanting to try the Hoosier Cafe. It is always packed! I found a table right away. The water is good (not very common). I ordered 2 eggs, hash browns, sausage and chose biscuits and gravy over toast. DUH. The eggs, which I ordered basted, were perfectly cooked. The hash brows were wonderfully crunchy without being burnt (like my last breakfast experience). The sausage was a patty and was good but a bit oily. The star was the biscuits and gravy. It is a huge portion. The biscuits are soft and the gravy was thick and peppery. The servers are too cute. The whole atmosphere takes you right to small town America. I will return!
(4)Douglas P.
So I had to make a decision on breakfast pretty fast last Saturday morning. It was between this place and another place within a mile of it. I had already been to the other place a few times. Cunundrum solved....NEW PLACE HERE I COME!!! I get there and start looking around. Looks like a pretty friendly crowd. I'm waiting to get seated so I step outside and pick up a local free paper to look at while I'm waiting for food (you have to read something or be doing something if you're a single diner or it creeps people out). So I look through the menu and decide on a Belgian Waffle with eggs and sausage. I start reading the paper and looking around the place and I say to myself "dude....place has got a lot of sports schwag on the walls" It just now hit me there was a good reason for this place being called Hoosier. My only complaint (and the one that cost the place a 5th star) is that they sat me at a table for 4 people.....little conspicuous here people. Anyhooo. The gastronomic delivery specialist drops off a squeeze bottle of my syrup (it was kind of a clear-ish version of a ketchup bottle you see at hotdog places) and I thought to myself "hey man...that's kinda cool". So a little while goes by and the food gets there. It was a pretty big waffle with really deep waffle-divots which is good for filling up with the deep brown nectar. The waffle was pretty good, the eggs were tasty and pretty fluffy, and the sausage patties did not dissapoint. Oh yeah...before I forget...the syrup squeeze bottle they gave me was all nice and warm. Really grubbin breakfast they had there!! I think next time I go I'm gonna try the thing where they fry up corn-batter and bring it to you. That sounds about as decadent as it gets. (+) Good Food Nice Atmosphere Cool Schwag On Walls Proximity To My Place (-) Single Diner Faux Pas
(4)Adrianne W.
One of our breakfast staples. Love the biscuits and gravy and the waffles are to die for. Never leave hungry. At times there may be a wait, but it never takes much time to get seated. It won't take long for the waitresses to recognize you and become familiar with your preferences. Be sure to ask for your country potatoes to have onions and peppers added. Coffee is always flowing and it isn't uncommon to begin a conversation with someone at another table. Everyone is friendly and you can tell that they enjoy working there. I'd say my only issue is that they have Purdue stuff displayed -- I'm an Indiana grad!
(5)lily a.
Sitting near a table of older patrons at Hoosiers this weekend, I listened to them decipher the HDTV conversion in the way only seniors can. Did they need to get cable? Was a converter box free? One was paying for hers. One had a box and cable... Of course I chuckled, but understood what they weren't saying. Why does something as easy as TV have to be so complicated- or expensive? I say the same thing about breakfast. I guess that's why we were all at Hoosiers. Good, solid.breakfasts. Fast, friendly service. And all for under $10.
(4)Edmond R.
This place is true Midwest, I wanted an omelette with onions and was told .35 extra. The western is the same price so why extra and has more onions. Food is greasy a d hash browns are cooked ahead of time. Eggs were old and toast was cold. This place is a real shit hole. Never going back. The waitress was a grouch and rude as hell. This is not how we are in the Midwest. I have owned restaurants for over 30 years and this is not going to last. I don't know how this place stays busy, but the best thing that they could do is at least smile and be nice to customers.all this took place within the first 5 minutes of the experience. I went there because it advertised Midwest Food, This is NOT Midwest Hospitality HERE!!!!!!!!!!!! Nb
(1)JB C.
Looking for a good diner style breakfast? If so, try this place. After living back east for some time you get to appreciate food - diner style. This place is all of that. You can always tell a good breakfast by the number of people who are there or waiting to get in. In fact the last time we tried to eat there we decided to pass as there was a line out the door of the place. When you do get inside you get all the feelings of a small town eatery. Many patrons seem to be regulars. The staff is very friendly and welcoming. The portion size is good and speed of service is great. Cost is reasonable as well. 2 thumbs up !!!
(5)Tim H.
I like biscuits and gravy every once in a while, so I decided to try Hoosier Café. It's an okay greasy spoon breakfast and lunch joint, heavy on the portions and on the grease. My eggs were cooked a perfect over easy, but the hash browns were too greasy to finish, and the sausages were thin, salty pucks. The biscuits were okay, but the gravy was gluey and bland. Still, the place was busy at 10:00 am on a weekday, so I think most people are getting what they want here. It is what it is -- an unapologetic greasy spoon diner that's not pretending to be anything it isn't. You're here for mass quantities, not subtle qualities.
(2)Dana F.
My family really likes this place for breakfast and we came here while I was visiting for the holiday. Taking into consideration I eat out much more than they do, I am writing this review from my perspective as a passionate foodie. Overall I give Hoosiers 2 stars. The main thing for me when I dine out is the food. I know a lot of people are into the ambiance and service is a factor in the equation. To me I could care less of the environment and will tolerate long line lines and rude employees if the food rocks. At Hoosiers, I found none of the above. I ordered Corned beef hash and eggs and my brother in law ordered Ham Steak and eggs. I usually choose eggs Benedict or corn beef hash as a means to judge a breakfast joint. I should have asked the waitress if they made their hash from scratch or from a can. When my food arrived, I quickly found out. The hash looked a lot like Alpo and tasted like what I would expect it to. Not much flavor and no texture or substance. It was mixed with a lot of home fried potato's, a trick a lot of restaurants use to make up for the tasteless flavor you would expect from something dumped from a can. The eggs were cooked over easy and the potato's were cooked well and tasted pretty good. I think it's sad when the best aspect of a breakfast is the toast! My dining partner thought his food was good and the portions they give are fairly generous. The coffee was average and the refills were not given in a timely manner. Overall the service was just average. My family are regulars here and seemed to have a good rapport with the staff. Like I said earlier, refills on coffee were not that timely and no one came to followup once we got our food. When I went to pay the bill, the girl at the register had issues with the receipt printer running out of paper. She almost double charged me because she could print my receipt and told me "I don't think the charge went through" and asked for my ATM card again. I asked her to make sure before I haded it over. She got some assistance from the manager and I was right, the charge did go through the first time. While trying to straighten this out the line of diners waiting for tables got quite long. No one else offered to start seating customers even thought some guy who I assumed to be a manager (he was walking around while I was there, greeting customers like they do at Walmart, but not really helping anyone). This place is located in a strip mall and has plenty of parking available. The inside has some Hoosiers paraphernalia, but seemed to be pretty average. Decent number of tables, but no outdoor seating. The cash register is located right next to the entrance, which creates a "traffic jam" for customers paying their bills and those who are waiting to be seated. There is no where inside for people to sit while waiting for a table. Customers have to leave their names and then go stand outside and wait to be called. Chandler and Gilbert have several places for breakfast that rock all over this place. Taking this into consideration, I would not eat at this place again. The food was average at best (corned beef was awful) and the service left something to be desired. It was a holiday period, but I still expect decent service and this place was not that busy when I dined here. Don't waste you time and money with this place. I recommend the Farmhouse Restaurant and Liberty Market. To be honest, the breakfast I had at IHOP on Thanksgiving day was way better than this joint and they were packed and it was on a holiday!
(2)Alison H.
First I'll say if I could give half stars this would be a 3.5 rating, but I just can't bring myself to give it a full 4. We ended up here when the only thing that sounded good to my hangover was grits. So I got the grits with a side of gravy and a cup of fruit to take it easy on my poor stomach. The grits were good, better than Waffle House or The Cracker Barrel, and the gravy went well with it. The fruit was disgusting, it tasted like it had been soaking in the juices of one of those gross fruit cups you get with nasty cafeteria food, none of it tasted even remotely like it was supposed to (cantaloupe, honeydew, pineapple all tasted exactly the same = awful). My bf got the chicken and waffles, which he enjoyed. The chicken strips are certainly not what you expect when you think chicken and waffles but delicious none the less. Overall not a bad experience, just stay away from the fruit! (seriously.)
(3)Cynthia K.
This place was HOPPING with business...having said that, we were told the wait would be about 15 minutes. So, we stepped outside and before we could even light a cigarette; we were called in to be seated. I'm a Hoosier and just had to check the place out. I was not disappointed, good Mid West cooking, FRIENDLY waitstaff, hot food fast...delicious cup of coffee. It's a little cramped in the dining area, but it was tolerable. Good Food, Good Service, Good Prices...I'll be back
(4)Elyse C.
I was visiting from Chicago and my Padre took me here. I get it its midwestern food. I had Chorizo and eggs it came with Potatoes and you can choose either toast or biscuits and gravy...AWESOME! I love biscuits and gravy and the fact that I can get it with my meal at no additional charge is even better. My only problem was that the waitress was kinda a B-word. She was all upset cause I didnt finish my food. Come on lady...I dont stay skinny eating a pounds of Chorizo, eggs, potatoes, and biscuits and gravy. Though that would be nice.
(3)Gary H.
First let me say that anyone giving this place more than 1 or 2 stars are either family members or friend of the owners. I lived in Illinois and have been to Indiana numerous times and never have I had this bad of food. I went here for breakfast and order basic eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy, hash browns. The biscuits were tiny, gravy is terrible, sausage and eggs were like I could have cooked at home. This place is comparable to places like denys and waffle house. If you like those places go to there and not here.
(1)Jennifer G.
Tried this place awhile back and it didn't have anything really that was memorable. Everything seemed just ok. I had a Denver omelet with hashbrowns and toast. My husband had some kind of spanish omelet with biscuits and gravy as his side and english muffin. The waitress brought me the wrong meal but quickly corrected it. However, she really didnt seem very friendly throughout the entire meal. Anyways, like I said, my meal was ok and the hubby said his was ok as well but did say that the gravy tasted canned. The prices were reasonable and their menu had alot of choices. Because of this, I would go again and just try something else and I would go later in the afternoon as it seems like there would be a wait by going earlier. Hope to be able to write a more positive update about this place in the future as it seems to be a hit with many other people.
(3)Nicole C.
I have no idea how they ever received a 4 star rating. This place was below mediocre first of all it had a very distinct smell in the whole restaurant and it was not a very appetizing one that's for sure. Secondly the server only came by twice once to get our order and the second time to bring out the food, she never bothered checking up on us or anything we actually had to flag someone else down just to get a refill. The food was ok I ordered two blueberry pancakes with an egg and bacon as well as a half order of the biscuits and gravy. The pancakes tasted as if they used a Bisquick mix and tossed in some unripe blueberries which was very disappointing because I usually LOVE pancakes out. The biscuits and gravy on the other hand were much better but still not good enough to bring me back . John had the country fried steak and gravy served with hashbrowns and eggs. He said the country fried steak itself wasn't bad but not his favorite, the hashbrowns despite having them topped with cheese, onions, peppers and jalapenos were very bland and needed a good dash of salt. Overall you would be much more satisfied going to your neighborhood Denny's than Hoosier Cafe in my opinion.
(1)Tom S.
I was in today for late breakfast. I am a regular and I love the food. I always get my standby breakfast bacon and eggs. The best bacon in town and I love that you get biscuits and gravy at no extra charge. With that being said, in the past not only was the food great but so was the service. Today, the food was great the service was not. My server was Shawna in the back end of the restaurant. I watched people from 2 different tables get up and refill their own coffee and iced tea. If there had been a soda machine out front I would have refilled my own drink also, but there isn't so I didn't. I miss the old staff as I have noticed a couple of the girls have left. Bring back that big girl, can't remember her name but she was funny and efficient.
(3)Ian D.
What a beautiful Dive Cafe !!! I ate there for the second time today and it is excactly what Arizona needs. There is no crappy corporate presence and it is not an over decorated establishment . It is a simple cafe with hooser pennents everywhere. Biscuits and gravy are available as a side to my omelete. (No boring toast which I can have at home) This is a middle america restaurant that makes me feel as if I am in a novel. I am waiting for a Patrick Swayze Replica to show up and challenge me to arm wrestle for not being local !!!!
(4)Suzanne C.
My boyfriend and I go here just about every weekend. Great breakfast every time! We have never had bad service or bad food. We've tried several different different breakfast items...all good. Everyone there is super friendly. Be prepared for a wait for a table at peak times on the weekends...and your food may be slow to come during busy times...but it is worth it!
(5)Michael S.
Great breakfast at a fair price! Just returned from a short business trip to Chandler and based on the praise of fellow Yelper's went a bit out of my way to give Hoosier's a shot. It was well worth it. CB Hash and eggs over easy, Rye Toast, Home Style Potatoes (with onion and peppers 35 cents more) all prepared to perfection. The coffee was standard coffee shop variety, not bad and my cup was never empty :) Sure beats the less than stellar hotel food or overpriced IHOP food I'm used to when travelling. The super friendly and attentive servers put the icing on the cake. I will definitely be back.
(4)Dustin H.
I grew up in NE Indiana until I was 18 and this place definitely has mid-west styled meals. Great food, unique atmosphere, and great prices. I've taken my family and many of my friends and everyone really likes it and asks me to take them back. This place is hands down my favorite place to get breakfast.
(4)Scott D.
Do u want a big breakfast at a great price? Look no further, I love this no chain breakfast joint. Good stuff!
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