Lazy Daisy Diner & Cafe – American
Sun-drenched and effortlessly nostalgic, this cheerful neighborhood haunt invites guests to linger over the comforting sizzle of the griddle and the aroma of golden, buttery biscuits. Plates arrive piled high with everything from pillowy, oversized pancakes and pearl-sugar-crusted waffles to savory, salt-cured corned beef hash and egg-stuffed bagels that redefine morning comfort. It is a vibrant sanctuary of classic Americana where every bite—from the crunch of a perfect B.L.T. to the rich swirl of peppery gravy—celebrates the simple, soul-warming joy of a long, lazy brunch.
300 South Broadway Avenue, Urbana IL 61801 https://lazydaisydiner.com/cafe-menu/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, gluten-free, low-carb, sugar-free, pescatarian, plant-based, mediterranean, heart-healthy, low-fat, diabetic, low-cholesterol, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, atkins, south-beach, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, raw-food, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, sirtfood, pegan
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate the impressive food quality and consistently fresh, appetizing dishes that define the dining experience. Reviewers highlight the prompt, attentive service and the inviting ambiance, noting that the welcoming atmosphere makes it a perfect spot for both new visitors and returning fans. Many diners praise the overall excellence of the menu and express a strong desire to return to sample more of the kitchen's offerings.
Menu
Breakfast
- Trusty Plate - $13.95: 2 eggs or chorizo’d tofu, bacon or sausage, and choice of toast, pancakes, or hash browns Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Biscuits + Gravy - $11.95: Savory mushroom + sage (vegan) or pork sausage gravy over 2 fresh biscuits Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- The Giant Pancake - $12.95: Served with butter + syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Caramelized Liège Waffle - $15.95: Rolled in maple sugar + thyme; served with fruit + cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Buckwheat Pancakes - $7.95: 2 gluten-free cakes served with butter + syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Marten's Fluffy Egg Sandwich - $13.95: Scrambled eggs with onions, peppers, smashed sausage on a kaiser roll. Served with chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- E’rythang Bagel Sandwich - $13.95: Scrambled egg, cheddar, 2 slices of bacon on an everything bagel with mayo. Served with chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Corned Beef Hash - $17.95: Served with 2 eggs cooked to order and toast Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Daybreak Quesadilla - $16.95: Scrambled eggs or chorizo’d tofu with roasted vegetables + cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Lunch
- B.L.T. - $13.95: Bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo, toast. Served with chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Club Sandy - $14.95: Fresh sliced turkey, bacon, tomatoes, mayo on 3 slices of wheat. Served with chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Daisy Burger - $17.95: 1/2-pound grilled patty with cheese, pickle, onion, lettuce, mustard, mayo. Served with waffle fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chickpea Salad Sandwich - $15.95: Chickpeas, celery, red onion, dried cranberries with vegan mayo. Served with chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic
- Reuben - $16.95: Grilled on marble rye + served with chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Patty Melt - $17.95: 1/2 pound burger patty with swiss, caramelized onions, mushrooms, russian dressing on marble rye. Served with waffle fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- GrünBaum Salad - $16.95: Kale + chard, pickled vegetables, toasted filberts, chickpea dukkah, tahini dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Sirtfood, Pegan
- Prairie Goddess Salad (Full) - $11.95: Mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, red onion, prairie goddess dressing Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Prairie Goddess Salad (Half) - $7.95: Mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, red onion, prairie goddess dressing Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Spud Nachos - $13.95: Waffle fries loaded with house made cheese sauce, bacon, scallion Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Kids Menu
- Kids Trusty Plate - $6.5: One egg, bacon or sausage, and toast, pancake, or hashbrown Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Silver Dollar Pancakes - $6.5: A stack of mini pancakes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Kids Biscuit & Gravy - $6.5: One biscuit and gravy Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Kids Quesadilla - $6.5: Served with house made peach salsa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Kids Spud Nachos - $6.5: Waffle fries and cheese with bacon bits Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Sides & Add-ons
- Add a Protein - $4.95: 2 eggs, chorizo’d tofu, cottage cheese, bacon, or sausage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Add a Plant - $4.95: Roasted vegetables, seasonal fruit cup, or homemade applesauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Add a Carb - $4.95: Waffle fries, homefries, hashbrowns, or toast + jam Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Two Regular Pancakes - $5.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Add a Treat - $1.95: Nutella, chocolate chips, extra syrup, toasted pecans, or toasted filberts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
Desserts
- House Baked Cinnamon Roll - $4.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Slice of Pie - $5.99: Seasonal slice of pie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Bottomless Brew - $3.95: Drip coffee, decaf, or masala chai
- Iced Coffee or Tea - $3.95
- Hot Tea - $3.95: Chamomile, constant comment, earl grey, english breakfast, jasmine green, or peppermint
- Espresso - $2.95
- Cappuccino - $3.95
- Latte - $3.95
- Matcha Latte - $5.95
- London Fog - $5.95: Earl grey + vanilla + milk
- Fountain Soda Pop - $3.95: Pepsi products, pink lemonade
- S. Bernardo Mineral Water - $5.95: 1 liter bottle, sparkling or still
- Orange Juice (8oz) - $4.95
- Abita Root Beer - $2.95
- Liquid Death Big Can - $3.95: Still, sparkling, or flavored tea
Alcohol
- Mimosa - $7: Bubbly & OJ
- Salty Pup - $9.95: Prairie organic gin, grapefruit, salted rim
- Cherry-Lime Margarita - $9.95: 100% agave blanco tequila
- Bloody Mary - $9.95: Prairie organic vodka, house mix
- Miller High Life - $2.95: 12oz beer
- Sapporo Premium Rice Beer - $7.95: 22oz beer
- Modelito - $1.95: Small beer
- Campo Viejo Rosé Brut Cava (Glass) - $6.95
- J. Lohr Wildflower Valdiguié (Glass) - $9.95
Frequently Asked Questions about Lazy Daisy Diner & Cafe
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- This budget-friendly diner is family-friendly, featuring an inviting atmosphere and kid-specific menu items like the nut-free Kids Spud Nachos.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- The Prairie Goddess Salad and "Add a Protein" options both accommodate multiple diets including keto, gluten-free, and low-carb.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The menu supports diverse diets including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, keto-friendly high-protein, dairy-free, mediterranean, plant-based, and heart-healthy options.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) American diner offers a casual, cheerful neighborhood atmosphere perfect for lingering over classic comfort food.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the impressive food quality, consistently fresh dishes, prompt service, and the inviting, welcoming atmosphere that encourages repeat visits.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Lazy Daisy Diner & Cafe has an overall average rating of 5.0/5.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The menu accommodates diverse needs with vegan, gluten-free, keto, and high-protein options like the Prairie Goddess Salad and buckwheat pancakes.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking budget-friendly American comfort food, fresh breakfast classics, and extensive dietary options like gluten-free, vegan, and high-protein dishes will enjoy this restaurant.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews mention no concerns, instead highlighting the impressive food quality, prompt service, and welcoming atmosphere of the diner.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- With a 5.0/5 rating, guests recommend this inviting, cheerful spot for its prompt service, fresh American comfort food, and welcoming atmosphere.