Restaurant Review of Honeybaked Ham and Cafe in Green Bay, WI
By Patricia Summerfield
August 20, 2010
I just wanted a quick lunch so I thought I would go and try The Honeybaked Ham and Cafe which is located in Ashwaubenon on the border of West Green Bay. As I walked in the cafe the wonderful aromas of baking ham and turkey assailed my senses, which made my hunger more acute and also gave me a comfy feeling. The interior is immaculate with cute black and white diamond pattern flooring and nice lighting for there are large picture windows along the whole front and side of the building. For seating there is a counter by the front windows, a few patio tables outside, and a few more inside. The main focal point in the room is a long semi-circular counter with a soda machine, water cooler, and condiments on one end and the register in the middle. You can observe them make your order while you wait. Throughout the cafe they carry gourmet mustards, sauces, pre dry packaged soups, and chips for sale.
There are pads of order forms for you to fill out your food order and then you pay for your food right away at the counter. I was impressed with the two women who were working; their efficiency and customer service despite the lunch rush was commendable. Although they were busy filling out catering and to go orders they never ignored me, they worked as a team, and were very helpful with any of my questions. I was treated with the attitude that the customer comes first. I ordered one of their classic sandwiches, the Honeybaked Ham Classic for $4.79, and a large bottle of water for $.99. My sandwich consisted of honeybaked ham on a croissant with Havarti cheese, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, and creamy honey mustard. My sandwich was brought out on a straw flat basket with a paper liner with my sandwich on top with a couple of thick napkins. I was asked if I would like a cup with ice for my water and she quickly filled the cup with ice and brought it to my table. The sandwich was delicious; the croissant was fresh with a nice light and flakey texture. The ham was thickly sliced, very lean, and slightly warm with just a light sweet flavor. When the flavors combined with the honey mustard it just added the right element and made the sandwich come nicely together. Next time I must try one of Honeybaked Ham and Cafe’s salads or desserts.