Millennium Cafe

I stopped in today have got two desserts to take home. When I later opened up the containers I noticed that the cherry pie was very old, not even red. I didn't notice this in the display case. The carrot cake wasn't much fresher. This is the first time I've experienced something like this. The cafe has always been better than this.

I've eaten here a few times; once for breakfast (the biscuit and gravy is darn tasty) and had soup the other times (also quite good). What I question is the need for a public library to have a resteraunt inside the building. It's bad enough that patrons are allowed to bring in McDonald's and the like inside the library itself. Since when is serving food an essential part of a library's service?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?

Located inside of the Topeka Shawnee County Library, this is a good place to grab a quick lunch or snack if you are working hard and the time gets away from you. I think the food here is a bit overpriced for what it is, but I'm chalking that up to the convenience factor of not actually having to leave the library to get some food. The food is pretty much what I would consider cafeteria food, and is just ok, but not really good or great. In my experience, the pastry options here have been better than the meal offerings.

The Millennium Cafe is located on the inside the Topeka Shawnee County Public Library (TSCPL). This is a casual cafeteria style restaurant. The food is from one of the best caterers in Topeka. Food includes big cinnamon rolls, scones, muffins, sandwich wraps, daily specials for breakfast and lunch/dinner, varieties of quiche, home-made soups and chili, fresh salads, cookies and delicious desserts, and signature coffee drinks. Coffee is PT's. The Wednesday hamburger special is a must try. Simply delicious. If you arrive after 11:30 am and before 12:15 pm, anticipate that you will be waiting in line. This cafe is the meeting place for many small groups and downtown workers. This is really the busiest time, so if you arrive before or after this very busy time, you will have a nice meal in a friendly atmosphere at a very reasonable price.