The Ariston Cafe
$ • Cafe, American, VegetarianAbout The Ariston Cafe
Customers' Favorites
Scrabbled Eggs Sausage Bacon Biscuits and Gravy
Portobello Mushroom Fries
Pork Tenderloin Sandwich
Caramel Apple Cheesecake
Fried Artichoke Hearts
Blueberry Cheesecake
Fried Chicken Dinner
Chicken Fried Steak
Soup and Salad Bar
Cherry Cheesecake
The Ariston Cafe Reviews
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We stopped in on Sunday 3/16/2025 on way home from Springfield.
I saw tablecloths and cloth napkins thought we would be out of place. Far from it. From the hostess, to waitress, bus boys made everyone feel so welcome. I wish I could remember our waitresses name, she was so good, friendly, knowledgeable. Fried chicken was awesome, as was my husband's chicken fried steak, soup and salad bar.
So to the very pretty young lady with the long wavy hair thank you for making us...read full review
I saw tablecloths and cloth napkins thought we would be out of place. Far from it. From the hostess, to waitress, bus boys made everyone feel so welcome. I wish I could remember our waitresses name, she was so good, friendly, knowledgeable. Fried chicken was awesome, as was my husband's chicken fried steak, soup and salad bar.
So to the very pretty young lady with the long wavy hair thank you for making us...read full review
Great food and service above all atmosphere
Great food and atmosphere
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 8PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 8PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 8PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 8PM |
The Ariston Cafe, established in 1924, provides a unique dining experience with its old Route 66 atmosphere and exceptional service. Diners can enjoy a variety of meals from sandwiches to steak, including daily specials and homemade desserts. The salad bar and perfectly cooked prime rib are among the menu highlights. The cafe is particularly known for its popular all-you-can-eat fried chicken night on Thursdays, attracting many visitors with its reasonable prices and fabulous desserts. Recent reviews praise the friendly and accommodating staff, who enhance the enjoyable experience. Guests have noted the delicious homemade desserts, such as lemon blueberry layered cake and chocolate cream pie, as well as the attentive service that makes everyone feel welcome. The food quality and quantity are highlighted as very reasonable, making The Ariston Cafe a great stop for those seeking a tasty meal after a long journey.