A beloved family diner on Sunset Drive serving hearty breakfasts, Greek classics, broasted chicken, and Friday night fish fry. Breakfast served all day.
Omelets, pancakes, crepes, biscuits & gravy — any time you visit.
Pressure-cooked to juicy perfection with a crispy golden crust.
A Wisconsin tradition. Fresh perch and catfish every Friday.
Gyros, Greek salad, spinach pie & Athenian-style dishes.
Our Story
Sunset Family Restaurant has been a cornerstone of the Waukesha dining scene for decades. Located at 535 W Sunset Dr, this Greek-American family diner has built a loyal following through generous portions, a massive menu, and consistently friendly service.
The owners are there nearly every day, making sure each guest feels at home. The kitchen turns out homestyle food made fresh — from hand-warmed buns to chicken dumpling soup that tastes like it was made from scratch, because it is.
Ranked #21 of 141 restaurants in Waukesha on TripAdvisor, with a 4.3-star Google rating from over 259 reviews, Sunset is where locals return again and again — and where travelers make a point of stopping.
Guests Keep Coming Back For
Waukesha's favorite dishes, from Greek classics to Midwestern comfort food.
Pressure-fried for juicy, crispy results. Available by the quarter, half, or in bulk for big groups.
Served with fries, soup or salad, and dessert. A full Greek-inspired meal at a fair price.
Denver omelets, crepes, pancakes, biscuits & gravy — available morning through dinner service.
Fresh perch and catfish every Friday night. A Wisconsin dining tradition done right.
Chicken dumpling, chicken noodle, mushroom soup — made from scratch and not overly salted.
Praised by regulars and first-timers alike. A superb, well-composed classic Greek salad.
Plan Your Visit
| Monday | 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
🐟 Closed Thursdays. Extended hours Friday & Saturday until 8 PM for Fish Fry!
535 W Sunset Dr
Waukesha, WI 53189
Every Thursday — closed all day
Located on Sunset Dr — a railroad track runs alongside the restaurant, a unique local touch.
What Guests Are Saying
Rated 4.3 stars on Google · #21 of 141 restaurants in Waukesha on TripAdvisor
"The food here is INCREDIBLE. Everything was made fresh and perfectly seasoned. My husband had the broasted chicken and I had the Greek Wrap with chicken noodle soup — not overly salty as it is at so many other eateries."
Traveling Guest — TripAdvisor"Always a great place to get a meal. Great small family diner. I've been coming here for years. Love this place. Food: 5, Service: 5, Atmosphere: 5."
Regular Guest"Great menu and prices. I've never been disappointed no matter what I've ordered. Wait staff is always friendly and the owners seem to be there no matter what day it is. A great place for a good home-cooked meal."
Local Regular — TripAdvisor"Good food, friendly service and bang for your buck. Breakfast is served all day and the liver and onions is a treat — getting increasingly more difficult to find on most menus. I look forward to going back!"
Waukesha Visitor — TripAdvisor"Gyro was great, recommend! Orzo chicken soup — my kids loved it. Lovely down-home spot with breakfast all day. Great gyros, fries, and soup — 10/10, definitely coming back!"
Family Guest — Yelp"Sunset Family Restaurant is most definitely a Waukesha staple. You'll get seated and served very quickly and the food is always good. The Denver omelet is particularly yummy."
Isabella K.