Maxine's

I was visiting the area and my MIL insisted we go to Maxine's.It was busy for a weekday. I don't believe there are many comparable options in Rice Lake.They serve like 3 variations of country fried steak. I chose the benny variety, my husband the sandwich. Both were good. Something I've definitely enjoyed in Vegas restaurants too. The pancakes are huge, but nothing special. I found the whole menu decent, but not notable by any means.The waitress and staff were very kind, as usual for the midwest. I was too embarrassed to ask for new silverware since mine were dirty.Lackluster diner with midwestern hospitality and average breakfast. I give it 4 stars since it probably is the best in the area.

Great Diner!This place was GREAT! As we sought the place out using our Google app, the smell got us first! I had no idea it was this place we were about to dine! There were 3 of us so I ordered the chopped steak breakfast plate which came with eggs, hashbrowns and toast, one of us ordered the chicken fried steak with eggs and hashbrowns, and the last ordered a half order of eggs Benedict with English muffins! Don't let that pic on here of the chicken fried steak fool ya, it took up the whole plate! Everything was just great and I would definitely come back!!FYI. They have a sign inside the door that reads "no pets."

Great food fastIt would be nice if they had a gluten free option for bread but gluten morgan is what most folks want. Prices are reasonable.

Today's breakfast was beautiful and absolutely delicious. At the same time was able to meet the legendary matriarch and owner "Maxine" she greeted me while having breakfast and offered anything else to compliment breakfast she asked if I was visiting and I shared that I was and from California. My breakfast was again delicious if your in the area you must stop by from breakfast or lunch. By the way "Breakfast" is always served. Enjoy

First off this is definitely small town America in the best way possible. Warm, friendly, and welcoming! Small cafe diner with great ambiance. Even meet Maxine herself when she came by to ask how everything was. Maxine and her staff are above and beyond 5 stars.I ordered Philly omelette with sourdough and hash browns. The omelette was outstanding and the only reason we dropped to 4stars was more of a personal preference on the hash browns. They were a little to soft for me but if I had know ahead of time I would have just asked for them extra crisp.Would I recommend Maxine's... yes!

Always a good breakfast and friendly service! A classic breakfast spot that never disappoints

If you want a real, made from scratch, breakfast; you would be well-served to check out Maxine's. While the restaurant isn't large and isn't fancy, it serves good food at decent prices.Our party was welcomed by Maxine. A very nice lady, she was proud to tell us she has had the restaurant for 33 years. In my mind, it says she has obviously been doing it right for a long time.The omelettes were large and filled full with fresh cut ingredients. The hash browns were clearly made from fresh cut potatoes and were done crispy, as ordered. The pancakes were as big as the dinner plate they arrived on. Perfectly cooked and tasting great, they were a meal in themselves. Our group had the meat lovers and western omelette and a two egg breakfast plate. Two of three (all big eaters) brought a box of leftovers home. I'm looking forward to a return trip to Maxine's when visiting Rice Lake.

My family has been coming to Maxine for years ever since it opened when we come up for our yearly fishing trip. It never disappoints us. Best breakfast in town!

Delicious food! Huge portions. Low prices. I had the everything omelette with a pancake. The pancake was as big as the plate. Couldn't finish pancake and didn't even touch the omelette or hash browns until I got home ( got those to-go). My son loved the kids mini cheeseburger and fries. And an order of the kids pancakes. He ate all of his food except 1 pancake. My son is picky, so if he eats most of his food, means he thoroughly enjoyed what he ate. The only downside to my meal was the hash browns. They were NOT crispy like most places make them. And very bland flavor even with onions. But that won't stop my 5-star rating. I'll be back for sure.

Fabulous French Toast and the best bacon you can get anywhere! Service is fast and food hot! Lots of coffee refills and always a smile!