Broadway Diner
22 S 4th St, Columbia
(573) 875-1173
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The perfect small diner. Friendly staff, really great food at the right price. If you have not tried this diner you are missing out on a great place to relax and eat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I've been to the Broadway Diner for breakfast twice recently and have been thoroughly impressed both times. The food captures the timeless diner Americana vibe well, but still feels fresh. The same can be said of the atmosphere, which is much the same- classic but innovative. The service was excellent as well- I had the same server, Dawson, both times, and she was very personable and knowledgable about the menu. I also went on both a rather slow and a rather busy morning, and noticed the skill with which she balanced connecting to customers with the needs of taking orders in a busy kitchen.
While I cannot speak as much about the individual cooks, Ronald and Dave, who made my food- I wasn't paying particular attention to the kitchen staff- I will say that the food was delicious, plated in an orderly and visually appealing manner, and timely both times- I may not have seen much of them but I certainly see and respect their skill.
Genuinely my only complaint about my meals at the Broadway Diner is that I hit my head on the ceiling multiple times both meals. This is a fault only of my own, I am simply too damn tall for this joint and might not recommend it to any equally clumsy giantesses.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First off the diner does not have the authentic diner feel. Second is that the cook doesn’t seem to have much interest in cooking, just going through the motions. Not sure why but the food showed the lack of interest in preparation. I ordered a western omelette my wife had pancakes. I didn’t eat the omelette or the potatoes and the biscuit. The coffee was good, the owner didn’t charge us, not what I wanted or expected. I review many restaurants breakfast, lunch and dinner. I always pay but this gentleman wouldn’t have it.
I don’t know if his cook is burnt out or just not interested in cooking. Quite a few people there
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
Well stepped out of my car and see a sign that says cash only. What the hell year are we living in. So that's the reason for my review.Don't know how the food was.Or the atmosphere because I don't always carry cash. 🫤
Foods good. For me it's just missing something, but that is a personal opinion.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
The food was amazing! I hate giving bad reviews. However, we walk in and the sign says please seat yourself. My dad went to find a seat. The waitress was taking an order and stopped him and said, very rudely, “well there is a line.” Mind you, my dad had just underwent medical treatment for his cancer and was feeling a little disoriented. A table opened and we were walking to it. The same waitress, the only waitress, was coming around the corner with drinks for a table at the same time we were and acted very upset we were walking to a table. She rolled her eyes and stared at us until we went by. I don’t know if she was having a bad day, but so were some of her customers. My dad was really looking forward to this after his appointment and it and her attitude put a damper on the experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 1
Great food and staff. Best biscuits and gravy anywhere! OMG they have wonderful Pies too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Omg so good! The food melted in my mouth I’ll be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The guy that owns this place is a great person. During Covid and summers he has been known to feed the kids in the community. I can stand behind supporting this local gem.
Food is good diner food and reasonably priced.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
The waiter was abrupt often saying “ok I will come back’ when I didn’t get to finish what I wanted to tell her. Great atmosphere but not the best waiter, no smile on her face,, almost machine like. Only one waiter,
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 1
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We're from out of town and stopped after a recent medical appointment. The service and quality of food were great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good food and service. My only complaint is that the prices aren't listed and the cost for me and my son added up quick.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
I'm in town on business and had a very large vehicle. It limited where I could park and where I could walk on a warm day. I took a chance and ate here.
FOOD: 2 🌟
Average at best.
No prices on the menu.
$16 (including tax and tea) for this quality of food is definitely over priced.
I ordered one scrambled egg with bacon and chose buscuits and gravy instead of toast.
The bacon was my favorite item. It was very meaty and cooked perfectly. Three slices was a suprise (I can't remember if # was listed or not).
Hash browns are more like breakfast potatoes (I perfer breakfast potatoes over hash browns allll day long). BUT, these were very bland and without any seasoning. Some parts were a bit too crispy. I wish they had been seasoned and/or with some onions. I wouldn't recommend or order them again.
The biscuits and gravy wasn't great at all. Tasted like gravy out of a can. The biscuits were okay. I wouldn't recommend or order them again.
SERVICE: 5 🌟
I didn't catch her name, but it was her first day was today!! She was friendly and sweet. She checked on me and offered refills.
Other staff seamed friendly and outgoing.
Service was fast.
ATMOSPHERE: 3-4🌟🤷♀️
Nice retro diner vibe going on. Laid back. Although I chose to sit at a table, it was nice to see they had counter seating.
Some of their signs, and menus are getting a bit faded and worn. Table top items could be wiped down better. Not the best things to view as you're eating. Place could use a spring cleaning. Not impressed.
Side note: dishwasher / bus man came out and quickly removed dishes from empty table. But returned with dripping soap sudsy hands to wipe the table down. Kinda added to the grimy vibe. 🫤
RECAP: Fast and friendly service. Food was average at best. A bit grimey. I don't recommend.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 5
fast average breakfast food
friendly staff always had coffee cups filled
many memories
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Dave Johnson, the owner is a philosopher, a philanthropist and a good world citizen who just happens to serve a great breakfast. Run don’t walk to try it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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