Gus's Diner
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Wisconsin Cheese Curd Burger
Country Fried Steak & Eggs
Texas Style French Toast
Country Style Benedict
Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Chicken Noodle Soup
Sweet Potato Fries
Lemon Meringue Pie
American Fries
Scrambled Eggs
Gus's Diner Reviews
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We stopped in for breakfast, and the food and service were outstanding, loud because of the hard surfaces, but they had such a tremendous customer base and the staff were so friendly. It was worth it. I know we'll be stopping there again on our way through..
My husband and I ate at Gus's Diner today and a very nice gentleman named Junior waited on us. He was very pleasant, came back to our table several times to check on our meal (which by the way was very good. Enjoyed the Chicken dumpling soup, half rack of ribs which we ended up taking home because it was a very generous portion) Thank you for such a nice experience at a very busy time of day in your restaurant with lots of customers to wait on.
My wife and I stopped here the evening of June 7th, 2026. The food was tasty... we shared a club sandwich, onion rings and sweet potato fries. We both started dinner off with a trip to the salad bar, which remarkably cost just $2.99. Everything tasted great and the service was prompt and friendly. The salad bar is a bit on the small side, but it had all the usual veggies and salad dressings and a couple of mayo-based pasta salads. Everything was fresh. Gus's Diner is an affordable...read full review
Hours
| Monday | 7AM - 3PM |
| Tuesday | 7AM - 8PM |
| Wednesday | 7AM - 8PM |
| Thursday | 7AM - 8PM |
| Friday | 7AM - 8PM |
| Saturday | 7AM - 8PM |
| Sunday | 7AM - 8PM |
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Gus's Diner is a reliable and consistently good old-school diner that offers a satisfying dining experience. The food quality is consistently high, with menu items like biscuits and gravy, beef and noodles, and the Wisconsin Cheese Curd Burger receiving praise from customers. The service is generally good, with the staff being attentive and friendly, even when they are busy. The atmosphere is retro and nostalgic, transporting diners back to the good old days. Customers recommend trying the shakes and the pie, which are said to be delicious. While the chicken fried steak and corned beef hash may not be the standout dishes, the overall experience at Gus's Diner remains positive, making it a popular stop for travelers heading to Iowa. The restaurant is also known for handling large groups easily, with great service and great food. Visitors often find the atmosphere creative and unique, and the diner is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible. Some customers feel the food is good but not always over the top, and the wide selection includes both diner classics and more contemporary options like a taco salad and traditional breakfast. The tables are kept clean and polished, adding to the charm of the place.