Story & Atmosphere
Welcome to Pine Cone Restaurant, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of the food-loving community. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and comfort food, this eatery has quickly become a local favorite among residents and travelers alike. With a commitment to serving delicious and affordable meals, Pine Cone Restaurant stands out as a prime destination for those seeking hearty American diner fare.
From the moment you walk through the door, the enticing aroma of freshly cooked meals greets you. The establishment is famous for its generously-sized dinner rolls, which patrons have described as "almost as big as your head" and "sooo yummy!" The attention to detail in each dish is apparent, as evidenced by customers raving about the succulent turkey melt sandwich and the perfectly cooked chicken fried steak. With a diverse menu that caters to all cravings, there’s something for everyone—from juicy meats to scrumptious sides.
The bakery at Pine Cone Restaurant is a must-visit. With an impressive selection of desserts, including flavorsome pumpkin cheesecake and indulgent banana chocolate chip bread, it’s hard to resist taking a piece home. The portions are known to be oversized, ensuring that your sweet tooth is more than satisfied after a meal.
One of the highlights of dining here is the speed of service. Guests have noted how quickly dishes arrive at the table, making it clear that the efficient waitstaff are dedicated to not just serving, but serving well. Although there’s no traditional host, navigating the seating arrangement is part of the charm, creating a relaxed environment that welcomes both locals and newcomers with a smile.
Open 24/7, Pine Cone Restaurant caters to everyone, including truck drivers and late-night diners. With ample parking available, it’s the perfect stop whether you’re on the road or just out for a midnight snack. From the hearty breakfasts to the late-night comfort food, this restaurant has established itself as a cornerstone of delicious, homemade meals.
With each visit, you’re not just a patron; you’re part of a community that appreciates comfort food, outstanding service, and a bakery that knows no bounds. If you’re looking for a place where good food and good company intersect, Pine Cone Restaurant is the answer. Come for the food, stay for the experience, and leave with a heartwarming memory that will have you returning again and again.
“ Delicious, affordable meals and bakery. Dinner rolls are almost as big as your head and sooo yummy! Waitstaff are all business but get the job done well. If you're new: there's no host, you just get in line near the door, and the line slides forward, onto the wooden bench toward the dining room as groups are sat. I didn't know this and got some shade from staff for my ignorance. (Not sure how seating in the diner area works.) ”
“ Ordered the turkey melt sandwich with a side on onion rings- they were very good! The turkey sandwhich was delicious! Haven't stopped in a long time and hope to be back again sometime! Didn't get a picture of the food but I did get this one of a piece of pumpkin cheesecake to go- a generous size and a mini loaf of banana chocolate chip bread from the bakery counter. Love truck stop diners! ”
“ September 23rd my Ma and myself stopped in while heading home from Milwaukee, what a place and how about the prices for the foodchicken was juicy and not overly salty and the German meat balls were flavorful in all the right ways, the eclair was eaten for days as the shear weight was earth shattering. If your looking for homemade foods and bang for your buck then make your way over to the Pine Cone Restaurant ”
“ What an awesome comfort food spot. Server was right on. Food was good priced and good food! Order time to food delivery was so quick we thought we got someone elses’s food……crazy quick. Oh, and the bakery . Oh my, everything was super-sized!!! We’ll be returning. ”
“ Lucked out finding this place. I've only shown 2 of the 3 bakery cases in the photos. I want one of everything. This menu was super inexpensive with lots of choices and very huge portions. I hope we come by this way again in the future. Lots of seating inside including lots of counter seating. ”