HyVee Market Grille

I wanted a cheeseburger. A cheeseburger in the worst way. I posted on Facebook to get suggestions. I scoured YELP to narrow my list. I thought I had my cheeseburger place picked out and then I remembered I had to get groceries. Since I was going to HyVee for groceries anyway I decided to try the new Market Grille. Negative reviews be gone! This place was great! I ordered take out, though, and no alcohol. I ordered when I first went to the store and picked it up on the way home. I ordered my cheeseburger and it was cooked to perfection. I had several choices of cheeses and how can that ever be bad? My burger was cooked exactly as I ordered. It came fully dressed and it was delicious. I was given a variety of options for sides, too. I ordered a baked potato which was so yummy! There was no extra charge for the potato or the butter and sour cream I wanted. I also wanted scallions and I was informed there was an extra cost for those. I appreciated being kept in the loop as to prices. The potato was cooked perfectly through and it was very tasty. My food was not hot but that was my fault. I shopped too long and the food cooled. Lol. I Will definitely be a repeat customer. All the staff was nice, food was great and the prices reasonable.UPDATE: I've been back a few times and I am removing one star because of inconsistency in service. The food is terrific but the service gets lopsided. Orders incorrect, no silverware, waiter who was leaving his shift and checked us out to get his tip, just not being waited on at all. They truly need to work on these issues. Otherwise, the food and atmosphere are great.

Sad to say, the full service menu at this restaurant has drastically contracted to little more than a few sandwiches. To acquire the options on the prior large menu, you now will need to go into the supermarket, acquire what you want there, and bring it into the restaurant. The formerly full service restaurant at HyVee operates now as a cafeteria. That cafeteria system is similar to the one at the Dillon's supermarkets.

This was our first (and last) time. We were here during " happy hour." The managers need to do a better job of training. The server didn't know what beers or cocktails were on special during happy hour. We were told all of the cocktails were happy hour specials. We ordered margaritas. The assistant manager came overs and said those are not included. She said happy hour did not include signature cocktails. However, that is not mentioned anywhere. In fact, the term " signature cocktail " is not even referenced anywhere. She went in to say that happy hour is only one well liquor and one mix, like rum & Coke. No where is this mentioned, not in the menu, not on a board, not on a tent. Their guests are supposed to just figure this out on their own. The server brought out rolls that were straight from the refrigerator cold. The hamburger was ordered medium well. It can out well done and smashed to death. It was extremely dry. The ground beef on the nachos contains no seasoning, not even salt and pepper.At the end of the meal, the assistant manager can by and asked us our everything was. We were honest about the experience. Based on her reaction and comments, I don't expect any improvements.All in all, there are many places that are better. I would not recommend this venue.

There is a new format: Market Grille Express. And, now, it's basically self service. Except when it's not. And, the staff does a less than stellar job of explaining when it's not. Mother's Day Buffet, for example. Step behind the partition and there's a "full service buffet". But, wait, you still have to step to the register outside the grille (which is overcrowded and inadequate) to pay for your food first. (What in the CiCi's pizza Batman?!) Okay. Now, do you get silverware? Ummm. I can see the rolled silverware (in paper napkins), but I have yet to have the staff actually offer me any. Who gets you more coffee? More juice? It's a lot like a cafeteria. And, we all know how popular cafeterias are . . . Yeah. There are way too many places that do a much better job in terms of service for me to spend money here. That's a shame. I liked coming here. The servers knew my name and order. Then, I would shop. Now, I'll Instacart it and be done.

Late night on a Friday. Half price beers and apps. Even though we came in near close, we received fantastic service. I order my wings with the buffalo sauce on tbe side, they come out extra crispy and awesome! Lady got the trio chips and dip app.. She chose salsa, guac, and queso. All were excellent! They do happy hour and late night happy hour every. Single. Day.We will be back.Ask for DJ!!! SHE IS AMAZING!!

Here's the deal: it's inside a grocery store. It's always going to be, and feel, inside a grocery store. HOWEVER happy hour makes it easy to overlook the fact that you are inside a grocery store, and sit back to enjoy and good deal. The beers and apps are half price from 4-6, and you really can't beat that. They have good craft beers on tap too, from our beloved local Freestate and Boulevard to breweries and cider houses all over the country. I'd estimate they have a good 12-16 beers on tap at a time. There's no better time to try a new one when it's half off! The apps are good too, and although not the best I've ever had, still worth trying. I've had the sweet chili wings, pepperoni pinwheels, and dip trio. Lots of bar food-type choices, which means everyone can find something they're interested in. It's a good place to drop in after a day of Christmas shopping, before a KU basketball game, or to grab something to go after work. They've done a good job of making this feel like a real restaurant, and while you're still going to get that grocery store feel, it's worth giving it a shot!

This is our favorite place to eat. Food is hot and yummy. Drink selection is awesome. Happy hour is dope.

We were looking for some breakfast and if you know Lawrence you know the good ones have long wait times on the weekend. If you're not checking this place out you're missing out. We were blown away by how good the food was and the drinks (yes, alcohol in a grocery store in Kansas). Waitress was friendly and prompt, bloody Marys were excellent and the food was outstanding. I had traditional eggs Benedict with breakfast potatoes and my husband had a breakfast burrito and both were delicious. There is a good selection of beer on tap and daily specials.

Understaffed. Out of silverware. Out of coffee. Staff is always working on prep errands instead of being attentive to staff. Every single time I've been here. Other HyVee Market Grilles are great, but this one clearly has a management problem.

Came here for breakfast with a friend. Got the works omelette, hash browns and a coffee for under $10. Best bang for your buck- breakfast in Lawrence. Food was absolutely excellent and coffee was superb. LOVED IT!