The Machine Shed Restaurant, Appleton

Overview

4.0

374 reviews

Excellent43%
Very good31%
Average16%
Poor6%
Terrible4%

Travelers talk about

“brunch” (23 reviews)

“coleslaw” (19 reviews)

“apple dumpling” (4 reviews)

Open Now

7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Hours

CUISINES

American, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options

PRICE

$$ - $$$

RATINGS

Food

Service

Value

Atmosphere

LOCATION

220 N Fox River Dr, Appleton, WI 54913-9116

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LongabergerLady

Oconto Falls, Wisconsin

12825

Reviewed 4 days ago

Time out from shopping

The food is always wonderful here. I have never had a bad meal here. The atmosphere is excellent also. It is one of the best places around the mall.

Date of visit: December 2018

Thank LongabergerLady

Hello, thank you for your amazing review. We are so thrilled to hear that your experience exceeded expectations. We hope to see you again soon!

Soberduud1

Santa Rosa, California

201

Reviewed October 28, 2018

worthwhile

good food. Comfort food. Good service. Fair prices. Came at 8pm. Nearly empty restaurant. Lots of old country/farm stuff on the walls.

Date of visit: October 2018

Thank Soberduud1

Hello, thank you dining with us and providing your wonderful feedback. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your experience. Hopefully we will see you again soon!

33Woody54

Tomah, Wisconsin

311

Reviewed October 22, 2018 via mobile

Breakfast after Packer game

We stopped at the Machine Shed as it had been recommended by a friend. The hostess was reading a book and was angry that we interrupted her book....once we got past her, we were pleasantly impressed. Food was excellent and service was as well. If...More

Date of visit: October 2018

Thank 33Woody54

Hello, thank you for dining with us and providing your review. I apologize that your initial interaction was not off to a great start, but I am glad to hear that everything else met expectations. We appreciate that you brought this to our attention, I...More

belgarat_1961

Neenah, Wisconsin

123

Reviewed October 8, 2018

Never a bad meal

Have been here several times over the years, most recently last week with a party of 12 people. There was no issue with a party that big, we had called ahead and they had us all set up. Food all came out at the same...More

Date of visit: October 2018

Thank belgarat_1961

Hello, thank you for all of your awesome feedback. We are so glad you have enjoyed your visits to the Machine Shed and we hope you join us for another 5-star meal again soon!

Joel M

Hudson Iowa

518

Reviewed October 7, 2018

35 Minute wait, 2 empty dinning rooms??

Always stop here for Breakfast on our way back from our annual trip to Door County. Awesome food and friendly staff. Stopped yesterday (Sat.) about 9:30 and we were told it would be a 35-40 Min. wait. I thought this was kind of strange as...More

Date of visit: October 2018

Thank Joel M

Hi Joel- Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We are sorry truly sorry that we could not accommodate you for breakfast and I will be sure to pass this information along to our team.

scfd291

Myakka City, Florida

265

Reviewed October 6, 2018

Comfort food

This is a very unique restaurant serving all homemade comfort food with large portions. Has a country feel with a small gift shop. Nice alternative to the big chain restaurants.

Date of visit: October 2018

Thank scfd291

Hello, thank you providing your wonderful feedback. We are so glad you enjoyed your visit. We have been honoring the American Farmer since 1978 and we make our food from scratch, daily. Thank you for stopping in to dine with us!

476devinw

Battle Creek, Michigan

403

Reviewed October 6, 2018 via mobile

Country Comfort Food with a twist

The Machine Shed was close and convenient for dinner. Reminiscent of Cracker Barrel, it is more focused on farming and farm implements. My wife had the pretzel dip and a bowl of soup while she pointed out the brisket for me. To say I like...More

Date of visit: September 2018

Thank 476devinw

Devin - thank you for providing us with your feedback. We take pride in our award-winning food and have been dedicated to the American Farmer since 1978. I apologize that your Brisket was not up to our typical standards. Please know that I have shared...More

brandonb600

Two Rivers, Wisconsin

7937

Reviewed September 29, 2018 via mobile

"All you can eat breakfast"

Ordered the All u can eat breakfast after waiting 30 min for a table. Found out15 min after ordering that we could not get a cinnamon roll because they are out of them. This was part of the all you can eat deal. The manager...More

Date of visit: September 2018

Thank brandonb600

Brandon, I am so sorry to hear about your experience. We really dropped the ball on this one. Will you please email me at lsparkman@hoari.com, I would love to discuss this further with you. I will also follow up directly about this with the Appleton...More

ljhileski

Lakeland, Florida

174

Reviewed September 24, 2018 via mobile

Best breakfast ever!

This food is good down home cooking. I had an absolutely delicious breakfast skillet, with potatoes, eggs, sausage and bacon...yummy! Service was good and very fast. We will be back!

Date of visit: September 2018

Thank ljhileski

Hello, thank you for the wonderful review! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your breakfast. We appreciate that you took the time to post your feedback - we hope to see you again!

rlizak

9

Reviewed September 24, 2018 via mobile

Great Service

Even though we all had their excellent buffet, the waitress went above what she need to do. Great service and everyone was very friendly.

Date of visit: September 2018

Thank rlizak

Hello, thank you for the wonderful review. We are so glad that everything was up to expectations. We appreciate that you took the time to post your feedback.

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