Mickie continues to hold it's own, even during these trying times. Line moved quickly, food was delicious AND plentiful.Staff was friendly even though very busy -

Why is it that dark "used" places always serve the best food? There is nothing fancy here, feel like the flooring and booths have never changed since it opened and I would guess neither has the food quality. The scrambler (fried potatoes covered in scrambled...eggs, meat or veggies and cheese with a side of gravy) is the way to go and the chili and pizza are both excellent. Really appreciated the speed and efficiency of the staff. The wait was worth it. Seek this place out.More

I found out about Mickies Dairy Bar after asking a local where I could get a good breakfast. I ordered two eggs, homemade hash, bacon, and a single griddle cake. The griddle cake was made with whole grain batter, apples, cinnamon, raisons, and oatmeal. When...the meal arrived, I was shocked by the size. It was huge. The single griddle cake was the size of a magazine (the picture proves it.) It was also absolutely delicious. The eggs were cooked to perfection, the bacon was excellent, and the hash was very unusual but I enjoyed it all the same. I am looking forward to coming back here next time I'm in the area.More

We have lived in Madison for over 35 years and have never visited Mickie's. Lost time. What a great place. We went with another couple. Three of us had never been there and one had not been there for 50 years. I guess we were...intimidated by the number of students always standing in line. They reopened this week after being closed for in house dining for a year. What a treasure this is for our city. Original booths, original ceiling. Overlooking historic Camp Randall stadium. We waited in line a short time, but the door keeper brought us steaming mugs of fairly decent coffee while we waited in the beautiful March weather. Folks, the food is nothing fancy. But the prices and quantity make up for it. We had a signature scrambler, a tuna melt , a patty melt and a "red fish" sandwich. We ate until we could no longer fit anything into our bodies and then had malts to top off the meal. What I want to emphasize here though is the staff. Outstanding, bravo and any other accolade you can find. Thank you for making my birthday meal a special event.More

This is a Madison institution and gets very crowded on weekends. Its popularity is well deserved. The waitstaff is friendly and efficient and the service is quick. The prices are most reasonable. Standard egg breakfasts are great with large portions and good potatoes. I recommend...this place.More

My favorite cafe in Madison. I only go to Madison once a year but I always make it a point to stop at Mickies Dairy Bar for breakfast. I always know I'll walk away with awesome leftovers. I loooove it!

Came up for a game one weekend, needed a big meal before our drive home. We were told this place is a staple in Madison, and IT IS TRUE. You must go here for breakfast. Looks like a 50's hamburger and shake joint, but not...a new one made to look like the 50's, like I think the decor is still from the 50's. I liked it..not a fancy pants here...but let me tell you the real reason you need to go here..the breakfast..The Skillet is AMAZING...with all capitol letters. Big portions, with brown gravy...yes gravy..get the gravy on the skillet...only $10.00 trust me you can feed two people with this portion. Hands down my favorite breakfast in MadisonMore