Located on South 2nd Street in the heart of Ripley, Ohio, Dairy Yum-Yum II is a beloved, family-owned local diner that perfectly captures the essence of classic country cooking and warm hospitality. Renowned for its scratch-made breakfast plates, generously portioned lunches, and signature ice cream treats, this cozy establishment feels like a welcoming extension of grandma’s kitchen. With friendly service provided by a dedicated mother-and-daughter team and an unassuming, nostalgic atmosphere, it is a must-visit destination for locals and travelers alike seeking comforting meals, vibrant community fellowship, and unbeatable homestyle flavors.
Wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot, restroom, and seating
Atmosphere
Casual, cozy, and quiet family-friendly environment
Payments Accepted
Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments
Parking
Free parking lot with plenty of space
Family & Kids
Good for kids, Kids’ menu, High chairs available
Why Visit? Key Highlights
Exceptional Breakfast Plates: Highly praised for their spectacular morning fare, particularly the scratch-made biscuits and sausage gravy, the massive “Fatboy” omelet, and the legendary loaded gravy bowls.
True Homestyle Comfort Food: Diners rave about the slow-cooked chicken livers, hand-pattied burgers, perfectly fried potatoes, and robust daily lunch specials that taste like authentic country cooking.
Warm, Family-Run Hospitality: Operated by a dedicated local family, the diner is known for its incredibly fast, attentive, and welcoming service that makes both regulars and out-of-town guests feel right at home.
Irresistible Sweet Treats: Beyond the savory meals, the restaurant serves up phenomenal hand-dipped ice cream, indulgent milkshakes (with the Black Raspberry Cheesecake and classic banana shakes being highly recommended), and decadent specialty sundaes.
Unpretentious, Nostalgic Vibe: The lived-in, vintage diner charm complete with mismatched coffee cups and friendly local regulars offers a wonderfully nostalgic dining experience.
Menu & Offerings
Breakfast Omelets
Made with 2 eggs and American cheese, served with toast or a biscuit.
Item
Description
Fatboy
4 eggs, ham, sausage, bacon, chicken, and potatoes.
Southwest
Swiss cheese, chicken, onion, and mushrooms, served with a side of salsa.
Western
3 eggs, ham, sausage, bacon, potatoes, tomatoes, green peppers, and onions.
Loaded Potato
Cheddar cheese, potatoes, and bacon, served with a side of sour cream.
Veggie
Potatoes, onions, tomatoes, and green peppers.
Meat and Cheese
Your choice of ham, bacon, or sausage, and cheese.
Cheese Omelets
Your choice of American, Swiss, cheddar, or mozzarella (available in 1, 2, 3, or 4-cheese varieties).
Egglettes
1-egg versions of the Western, veggie, meat, or cheese omelets.
Breakfast Favorites & Sweets
Item
Description
Farmers Favorites
2 eggs (any style), home fries, toast or biscuit, side of homemade sausage gravy, served with choice of meat (pork tenderloin, country ham, sausage, bacon, or fried bologna).
Loaded Gravy Bowl
Ham, bacon, sausage, potatoes, tomatoes, onions, and green peppers; served with a side of gravy and toast.
Biscuits & Sausage Gravy
Homemade sausage gravy served over fresh biscuits (available in full or half orders).
Hotcakes
Classic pancakes (available with optional chocolate chips or pecans).
French Toast
Classic french toast slices (available with optional berries and cream).
Home Fries with Gravy
Grilled home fries smothered in homemade gravy.
Oatmeal
Bowl of oats served with brown sugar, milk, and toast.
Breakfast Sandwiches
Served plain on a grilled bun. Options include Grilled Country Ham, Pork Tenderloin, Sausage, Bacon, or Fried Bologna (egg/cheese add-ons available).
Burgers
All house burgers feature fresh hand-pattied beef.
Item
Description
Yum Yum Burger
Double decker with cheese, special sauce, lettuce, tomato, pickle & onion.
Classic Burger
Fresh hand pattied burger on a yeast roll with the works.
Dairy Boy
Fresh hand pattied burger with Swiss cheese, tartar & lettuce.
Patty Melt
Fresh hand pattied burger with Swiss cheese & grilled onion.
Fresh House Burger
Fresh hand pattied burger served your way.
Hamburger / Cheeseburger
Classic single or double patties.
Specialty Hoagies
Item
Description
Stromboli
Steak patty with pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pickles & onions.
Mushroom
Steak patty smothered in mushroom gravy & mozzarella cheese.
American
Steak patty with American cheese, ran thru the garden.
