The Chef

I think this is one of the best breakfast places here in town. Just a heads up if you don't go early there usually is a wait list.

After seeing the reviews and talking to the locals, I knew I had to try The Chef. I can't say enough good things about this place! I debated between patio seating and indoor dining but ultimately chose to sit indoors by the window. The ambiance in the building is really cool, and I enjoyed just looking around. I had coffee very quickly and a menu to peruse which had so many options that I wanted to try. I ultimately settled on the breakfast special which was Steak Tacos. They were phenomenal! Ashlyn kept my coffee cup full and took great care of me while I was there, and I really enjoyed my visit!Update: Enjoyed the first visit so much I went back the next morning as well so I could have the breakfast pizza. Service was just as good, and the food was enjoyable. I started to order a side of gravy to drizzle over the pizza, in hindsight I should have, and next time I will!

My grandma was not to happy with the service provided with this diner. Server didn't provide silverware or napkins until after we received our food and only because we asked.. he was respectful but unfortunately if your having a bad day you don't carry it onto the next customer or a bad day from home you leave it at the door. The was a lack of flavor in the food. Personally the biscuits and gravy were plain and dry.. the macaroni my sister got didn't have much flavor either. Who knows? Maybe it was a bad day for the restaurant... give it a try for yourself. It's in a very beautiful spot murals across the street to see and some sweet spots to pick up something sweet after. I don't see myself going back here when i visit Kansas again.

I've heard good things about this place and it always looks popular when we drive by. Finally decided to try it out. We got there early and it was just my husband and I so we luckily didn't have to wait which was nice. I almost forgot a photo because I couldn't wait to dig in. I got the smothered burrito although I did trade potatoes with my husband because the breakfast potatoes were too spicy for me. The hash browns were great though! Quaint little place for how busy it always seems.

Cute restaurant in Manhattan. Veggie omelette and coffee were great. friendly service was great too. Thought the mac and cheese could be cheesier though.. will come back next time we're in town.

The BEST breakfast place in Manhattan, KS. Recommend getting there early as it's usually pretty busy. Everything on the menu is a 10/10 as well as the vibes of the cute breakfast restaurant downtown. The service is also always very sweet & friendly.

When you have an owner that is well trained before opening his own restaurant that has an incredible work habit and is involved in every aspect of his restaurant, including running the kitchen, you know why there is a wait almost every time I go to The Chef. I had the Steak and Eggs for the first time today (fantastic) but also highly recommend The Grant, the Corned Beef Hash, the Grant, the B&G, the coffee...heck, everything is good! (Ambiance? Cool, hometown vibe!)

Just had breakfast thereThe food quality prep has gone down from previous visitsHope this is not a permanent situation

We came here with the family based on a recommendation. You must be prepared to wait but it is definitely worth the wait. Portions are big and flavors to match. I had the chicken fried steak and the gravy was flavorful with a kick. Wish it had been warm enough to sit outside but inside is roomy and eclectic. Great hometown feeling and service.

Food was average, good size helpings but not much flavor. Staff was very friendly and edgy.