Mickies Dairy Bar

4.7 ( 1796 reviews )
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$10–20
1511 Monroe St, Madison, WI 53711, United States
+1 608-256-9476
Mickies Dairy Bar, nestled at 1511 Monroe St in Madison, WI, captivates diners with its old-school diner vibe and hearty breakfast offerings. Reviews consistently highlight the delectable comfort food, particularly the diverse variety of omelets and scramblers, with the Beef Chili Cheese Omelet and the scrambler being standout favorites among patrons. The portions are generous, often leaving diners with satisfying leftovers. Customers rave about the laid-back atmosphere and friendly staff, with many noting their warm interactions and consistent service. Jennifer Kallias mentions the nostalgic charm, while Diba De cherishes the tradition of visiting with friends each Saturday. This place thrives on its simplicity, serving delicious food without the pretense—though the cash-only policy is a common point of discussion. While Mickies focuses on indulgence rather than health-conscious fares, its offerings are quintessential breakfast comfort. From the standout blueberry coffee cakes to the juicy cheddar melt with perfectly grilled onions, each bite evokes a sense of culinary satisfaction. Prepare for a short wait—especially on weekends—because good things often come to those who arrive early at Mickies Dairy Bar. Bring cash, and experience why this local institution is adored by many!

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • No wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Service options
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Serves great coffee
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Quick bite
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has gender-neutral toilets
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Historic
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
    • Popular with university students
  • Planning
    • Usually has a wait
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Cash only
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Paid street parking
    • Somewhat difficult to find a space

Reviews For Mickies Dairy Bar

Jennifer Kallias
Jun 1,2025
Great coffee, good food, and throwback atmosphere--old-school diner style. Plentiful portions. You won't find anything truly healthy here, though--it's all comfort food. Fantastic service. Limited seating and the line to sit gets super long on the weekends, so get there early. Cash only, but they have an ATM inside.
Diba De
May 31,2025
I love this restaurant. My friends and I have a Saturday tradition, and the staff even recognize us at this point! They're always bright and chipper and make make funny jokes. Though a couple friends grumble about the cash onlyness, I think it adds to the charm and ambience of the restaurant. I hope they never change
htx herbivore
May 19,2025
One of my favorite breakfast/brunch places in Madison so far! It’s a cute diner with a wide variety of food options. There was a 10-15min wait, but it was well worth it. I got the scrambler (includes yanks, eggs, toast, etc) and absolutely loved it. It was delicious, quite a large portion size (you will have leftovers), and reasonably priced (12 before tax & tip). They only accept cash but do have an ATM inside for convenience.
Yuliang Hu
May 16,2025
Had breakfast here many times. They have a few different choices for coffee cakes each time and they are all great. Blueberry coffee cakes is probably my favorite. We've also tried their veggie omlet, french toast, and pancakes, all were very good. Our servers have always been friendly and efficient.
David Ranney
Apr 13,2025
Mickies is a local institution. It's a classic diner with traditional breakfast and lunch dishes. I always order the cheddar melt with fries. I can't get past it. The patty is always juicy and correctly cooked. They use good rye bread with a strong flavor. The onions are nicely grilled. It's always a winner. And here's the kicker: It's not that expensive. The only catch is they don't take credit cards or ATM cards. You have to bring cash. If you don't you'll have to get cash out of one of those standalone ATM boxes which charge you a big fee. So bring cash.
Cortney Forman
Mar 24,2025
Well- my family loved the cinnamon rolls so much I didn't even get to try one. So....I'll definitely be back! I called so many places looking for icing vs cream cheese frosting (picky dad ) and I FOUND IT HERE! Fresh cinnamon icing on fresh cinnamon rolls. I could tell they were delicious just by looking at them! Yum my dad use to frequent here often and the food is delicious too! Prices are amazing and the staff could not be better!! Parking is street parking only and it's cash only also. They do have a ATM available for use inside (1 fee)
Michael Zhao
Mar 9,2025
This place was amazing! First impression -- we were greeted outside the door and told how long we had to wait. Admittedly we had a big group (12 people) and came at the most popular Sunday time (10 am), so we waited for a good 45 mins, but the staff was very good and constantly kept us updated. Normal wait for smaller groups was 5-15 mins. Once we got seated, the staff was efficient in collecting orders and bringing the food out. The prices were amazing and the portions were humongous. Definitely coming back again! Tip: this place only takes cash, so make sure you have that handy when you come.
Lisa Goodman
Feb 7,2025
Best breakfast in town, all home cooked and delicious! Impressed, they greeted everyone that walked in and seated quickly. Price was awesome too. The staff was constantly hustling and super friendly. Will definitely be back and recommend. Thanks fir a spectacular experience.

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