In Toledo’s south side, Marigold Cafe dishes up comfort food with a smile.
Opened in late 2023 in the former Mayberry Diner space, this cozy spot has quickly become a local darling.
Owner Lauren Klein, a breakfast enthusiast with 25 years of restaurant experience, focuses on fresh, customizable meals served in a retro-diner-meets-modern-cafe setting.
Think crispy bacon, fluffy pancakes, and a vibe that feels like Sunday morning at Grandma’s.
Food Highlights
- Chicken & Waffles with Hot Honey: A bestseller featuring crispy fried chicken atop golden waffles, drizzled with house-made spicy-sweet honey. Reviewers rave about licking the plate clean.
- French Toast Sandwich: Thick sourdough stuffed with bacon, egg, Swiss cheese, and strawberry preserves—a sweet-savory mashup dubbed “decadent” by regulars.
- Marcus Special: Three chocolate-chip pancakes crowned with whipped cream and bacon, kid-tested and approved.
- Cowboy Omelet: Packed with ham, onions, peppers, and cheddar, served with hash browns or greens.
- Early Bird Special: $5 for two eggs, toast, potatoes, and coffee—a steal for early risers.
Atmosphere
Marigold Cafe nails the neighborhood diner vibe with checkered floors, retro stools, and classic rock tunes.
Families, couples, and solo regulars crowd the narrow dining room, swapping stories over coffee.
It’s the kind of place where servers remember your name—and how you like your bacon (floppy or crispy, they’ll ask!).
Bottom Line
Visit for generous portions, wallet-friendly prices, and breakfasts that taste like a hug.
Don’t skip the homemade pies or milkshakes—Lauren’s secret weapons.
Address: 2155 S. Byrne Rd., Toledo, OH