“The waffles are the best I have had.”
Sheldon, Iowa · Est. 2010
Cook’s Cafe
A warm Sheldon cafe for breakfast and lunch since 2010.
Small-town diner classics, done right, all morning long.

★ The Signature ★
Best Breakfast in Town
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What folks say
“Great food, friendly waitress, big portions, short wait.”
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Questions, answered.
What are the hours at Cook’s Cafe?
Weekly hours — Monday: 8 am – 1:30 pm. Tuesday: 8 am – 1:30 pm. Wednesday: 8 am – 1:30 pm. Thursday: 8 am – 1:30 pm. Friday: 8 am – 1:30 pm. Saturday: 8 am – 1:30 pm. Sunday: Closed. Current hours also appear on this page, above.
Where is Cook’s Cafe located?
207 8th St. Suite A, Sheldon, Iowa 51201. Open in Google Maps via the "Directions" button above.
What's the phone number?
Call 712-324-7288.
Is catering available?
Yes — catering is available here and at six other Family Table restaurants: Lakeshore Café in Storm Lake, the Family Tables in Cherokee and Spencer, Cook's and Langer's in Sheldon, Miller's Landing in Humboldt, and Kirby's in Emmetsburg. Weddings, funerals, corporate events, holiday parties. Request a quote at /catering.
Is Cook’s Cafe part of a restaurant group?
Yes — part of Family Table Group, 16 restaurants across northwest Iowa, family-owned since 1968. This particular restaurant opened in 2010 (16 years ago).




