Donna's Old Town Cafe — Restaurant in Madisonville

Title: A Culinary Sojourn Through Time at Donna's Diner

In the embrace of Donna's Diner, my companions and I recently partook in the Saturday breakfast bar, an endeavor that can only be described as a culinary revelation. The victuals served not only bestowed upon our palates a symphony of flavors but ushered us into an epoch where life unfolded at a gentler pace, and the cosmos seemed harmoniously attuned.

The repast laid before us, reminiscent of a bygone era, was redolent with the essence of nostalgia, evoking memories of yesteryears when simplicity graced every facet of existence. It was not merely a meal; it was a transformative journey, one that transported us to a period where life's complexities yielded to the comforting embrace of hearty breakfast fare.

The breakfast bar's assortment was nothing short of commendable, offering a cornucopia of delectable options that catered to discerning tastes. Each morsel, a testament to the culinary craftsmanship at Donna's, became a portal to the past, allowing us to savor the flavors of a simpler time.

In addition to the gustatory delights, the pricing of our repast was most judicious, ensuring that the experience was not only enriching to the senses but also gentle on the purse strings. The service, akin to the etiquette of days of yore, was marked by its promptness and geniality, further enhancing our journey through the annals of culinary delight.

For those yearning for more than just a meal, Donna's Diner emerges as an oasis where gastronomy and nostalgia converge. It is more than a mere dining establishment; it is a portal to a time when the world appeared to dance to a mellower rhythm, and life unfolded with a grace that seems to have been eclipsed by the relentless march of time. Donna's Diner, a haven where the past is not just remembered but savored with every...

NOT AS ADVERTISED Came for the prime rib for Valentine's Day! It was not the same kind of meat from WBIR as advertised! We have never been there, so it was our first time visiting. You will see from the picture, it was well done fat! Not rare prime rib! We even called well in advance and got reservations. It was advertised as an "Elegant Valentine's dinner", it was far from elegant as everything was served with plastic! Not to mention the seats and tables were plastic as well! Which you can guess were extremely uncomfortable! I am not from Tennessee so maybe this is elegant to the area? They told us it was upstairs and a fair warning, if you have any issues with stairs, you will not get up them! They were extremely steep, even my service dog had issues going up and down! Our reservations were at 7:30, by 8:00 the staff came around and tore down the tables around us making us feel very unwelcome and hurried to get out! But it was okay I guess because the food was horrible we left full plates on the table. The chocolate in the fountain was so old and burnt it was clogging the machine, just disgusting! Only one refill in the small plastic cups! The price for all the elegance and over cooked fat was a whopping 65.00 for 2 people! WOW!!! Not sure how you have such high reviews??? I don't think you should be advising this as an elegant experience in anyway! If I was the owner, I would have been ashamed to serve such food! And the proof is in the pictures! DON'T WAIST YOUR TIME OR MONEY! IT RUINED OUR...

Went in this afternoon for a late lunch or early dinner. We were seated and the girl took our drink orders. Almost everyone but me got the buffet. They began eating immediately and all had very positive things to say about the buffet. What I tasted of my girls plate was very good. Fresh hot country staples like fried chicken, Salisbury steak, mac & cheese, mashed potatoes, corn fritters, potato pancakes and tons of desserts. So my daughter and I decided to eat off the menu and that was a mistake. I got a big Al burger and she got a kids grilled cheese meal. It took forever to get our food. The kitchen concentrates on keeping the buffet filled. We had to finally ask and was told they had to make the bacon for my burger. When we got our food everyone at the table was finishing their second plate of buffet food. So my Big Al burger was a burger with bacon and fried egg on glazed donuts. The burger was well done and kind of tuff. The bacon was incinerated and crunched to pieces. The egg was nice but didn't really add to the flavor profile. The sweetness of the donut was a little odd with the burger. I wouldn't get it again. The onion rings were outstanding! Cooked well with excellent breading and honey mustard sauce. The best part of my meal by far. So I'd say get the buffet and don't order off the menu. That is what I'll do next time we go. I would go back as everyone in my group that got the buffet was very happy. It's in downtown Madisonville and parking is a little challenging at times but I do...