Lambert's Café

Lambert's Café

1800 W State Hwy J, Ozark, MO

★★★★★4.6(27,832 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

This legendary Ozark institution is as much about the rollicking, packed-house atmosphere as it is about the food—expect walls plastered with license plates and photos from across America, complimentary passes of hot okra, and a genuine warmth from staff that makes the inevitable wait feel like part of the charm. The generous breakfast spreads and comfort food draw devoted regulars and road-trippers alike, though diners should come prepared for crowds and the lively chaos that comes with a beloved community gathering spot.

What to expect

Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.

MeetingsPastriesLight foodFamily friendlyFull breakfastParkingTraditional drinksSlow sit

Google Reviews

Hayden Jones
★★★★★2 months ago

Lambert's Cafe is worth the 2+ hour drive from Jackson County, MO. There are pictures and license plates from all over on the walls and once you reach the host stand, you're greeted by extreme kind workers! Servers or cooks come out to give out different sides that can also be…

Chris Hooks
★★★★★4 months ago

Food was good, the experience was better, the wait wasn't worth it in my opinion, unless you just want to say you went there. Things we liked, the complimentary okra was unexpected and was really good. The rolls of course were amazing and the apple butter and sorghum made them…

Jami Tharp
★★★★★4 months ago

My husband and I decided to do a little weekend getaway and went to Springfield Missouri. When multiple people found out that we are going to Springfield, they suggested that we try out Lambert's Cafe because it was one of the funnest and most delicious places to eat. My…

Tiffany Nunes
★★★★4 months ago

The Food and service are wonderful! The Atmosphere is a lot! So much going on! A lot of wait time. I know this is what people expect, but I wasn't. Sunday early afternoon and we had to wait 70 minutes. They do a great job at organizing it and this is nothing on Lambert's, but it…

Ronnie Long
★★★★★6 months ago

This was a wild experience. First of all the place is packed, locals definitely live this place because the line was out the door. Regardless, the wait wasn't too bad, about 30 minutes which e killed in their gift shop. Anyways the staff is working their butts prf but being the…

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