If you want a no frills, stick to your bones, simple kind of breakfast, you can definitely get it here. They have a pretty extensive menu. I wanted some breakfast without having to go to an IHOP or Denny's. The place is TINY. Mostly 2-top tables and a handful of booths and bar seating. If you are seated at a regular table, expect to be friendly with the guests next to you. It's such tight quarters that you can't help but start having conversations with the people next to you. I got the pork chops with eggs and hash browns. You get 2 decent sized bone-in pork chops. They were well seasoned and juicy. Really good. My son got a pancake from the kid's menu that was shaped like a Mickey Mouse head. It was huge. I got a sausage patty to go with it. This was the only sub-par item as it was dry and lifeless. I feel like it was sitting on the flat top or under a heat lamp for hours. It wasn't worth eating. Other than that, the food we had over all was good. The service was OK. The morning we went, it seemed like there was only 1 server for the entire restaurant. She was taking orders,serving, AND bussing tables. So, the quality of service wasn't the best. She was rushed. Glad I was able to try a local spot. read more

We have been coming to Cowboys Café for a few months now I've already done a review, but thought I would add another one. Cowboys Café is on the north end of town in Minden Nevada. You really have to look. Or you will gonna miss turning into it because it's in a very small plaza. There is a sign outside that says Cowboys Café, but you really gotta kind of look for it. This morning, as we were eating there, I was thinking that this place reminds me of an old style truckstop. You walk in and it's a real western flavor. There's a bar seating and booth seating and tables. The walls are decorated with different kinds of rifles and all kinds of different western style decorations, which is really cool. You're always greeted warmly by the staff. The place gets pretty packed at times, especially on Sundays. But we always seem to get a seat. If we wait it's not usually a very long wait and the food is very much worth the wait. I've been slowly working my way through the menu since we've been coming here. I've had the chicken fried steak. I've had the pancakes. I believe we've even stopped in there for lunch and I had a really good cheeseburger. I've also tried the chili. That is very good. This morning I tried the linguiça with eggs and man it was amazing. They have the best home fries anywhere. The coffee is always good and it's strong the way I like it. So if you haven't been in here, you need to get in here and give these guys a try and I guarantee you'll be coming back. read more

Cowboy's Cafe - The coffee here is always good - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minden, Nevada

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My sister and I just came from there, based on reviews we have seen and wanted to give it a try. Attractive name and impressed with the theme and decor. The gentleman who seated us was very pleasant but our waitress was a bit on the cold side and barely even gave us a greeting. Food was ok, nothing special. They boast of strong coffee, but it was the opposite. Maybe we came in on an off day, but wasn't that great for visiting out of town. We may or may not be back, but if we do (and only if we are taking care of business in the area), we hope it's a better experience. read more

The service was great! I got the Cowboy Benedict...so good! Great portions and the gravy was seasoned perfectly!

10:10 experience! the food was amazing, might have been the best french toast I've ever had. The staff as also great, they were SLAMMED when we came in and still kept a good attitude and kept things moving smoothly. Awesome place. read more

Food was abundant and delicious! We arrived at 7:00am on a Thursday and it was already full of locals. Service was also very friendly.

Service was amazing. We ordered a breakfast burrito, eggs and hash browns, small stack, cup of coffee. The breakfast burrito was packed full but lacking in flavor. We were a bit surprised by the bill. $58.00! Now that I think about it, I'm wondering if I kept the receipt. Maybe there was a mistake because that really seems high. read more

chicken fried steak was all breading smothered in gravy , would change vendors for sure doesn't fit with their home cooking cuisine

Drove down from Reno with our little family today and found cowboys cafe! From the moment we got there we were greeted and sat! The food was AMAZING!!! Very homey and fresh, we will be back. We got the chili and we got breakfast scambles they were so good! We can't wait to go back. read more

No complaints about anything. good service, food and ambiance. Nothing over the top but good. f read more

Cowboy's Cafe - Just so you know. Lol - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minden, Nevada

The food was pretty good but the service was awful!!! The waitresses that work here are the most rude nasty people. Not only are they bad at their jobs, don't check on their tables. They couldn't smile if their life depended on it. I will gladly go down the street to Sharkey's and have someone pleasant wait on me for less money. Obviously, these people have gotten drunk on their popularity and take their customers for granted. At one time I enjoyed going here, sad. read more

What a fantastic place! The food arrived quickly. It was piping hot. Prepared exactly the way it was ordered. I'm SUPER picky about my hash browns. Most places serve then uncooked in the middle with a little crisp on the outside. NOT THESE! They were cooked completely crispy..... just the way I like 'em. I'd rate more than 5 star if possible. The service was friendly and attentive. read more

Cowboy's Cafe This is a review for my dining experience at Cowboy's Cafe. My family and I went to grab brunch at around 10:30am on a Saturday. Business was poppin! It was busy, but we arrived just in time to get a table for three with no wait. We ordered the chicken fried steak with extra crispy hash browns, a side of pancakes, chocolate chip pancakes, and a breakfast burger. Everything was delicious! I loved my chicken fried steak! It was a huge portion and the meat was thick and flavorful. The gravy that was paired with it was tasty as well! The side of pancakes were great! I loved how the butter was room temperature, so it was easy to spread on with the syrup. Service was excellent! Our server was very attentive and had a positive attitude. She checked on our meal and made sure we had everything we needed! I had a pleasant experience at Cowboy's Cafe and I am looking forward to dining there again with the cowboys and cowgirls! Yeehaw! read more

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I met Don & Debbie when they owned the liquor store in So. Lake Tahoe many years ago. When I heard they had opened this place I knew it would be good! And it still is! Great staff and really good affordable food! Highly recommended!! read more

I had the Chile Colorado with a fried egg and home fries. It was delicious. I recommend it. The rest of my party had an omelet and a Ruben sandwich. We were really happy with the food. You can tell that they are a scratch kitchen. I will be back!! Also the service was amazing. Very nice staff. And the decoration were cool. read more

We absolutely loved this perfect little country cafe! The food was so good, just what you'd expect in a western town coffee shop. Excellent cowboy breakfast, Belgian waffle was so tasty with thick maple syrup! Service was friendly and helpful, highly recommend if you're looking for home cooking at its best! read more

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What a horrible place with horrible owners!!!!!! We were enjoying our breakfast and chatting when a waitress, not even ours, and asks us to leave!!!!!! Basically, says you have been here long enough for my time clock and you have to leave! She claimed there were people waiting to be seated when there was 0 people waiting! The rudest thing that has ever happened to me!!!!!!! read more

The wait was long but worth it. Chicken fried steak was amazing and the staff were friendly

We were greeted and seated quickly. Ice tea was delicious. Waitress was friendly and talkative. Food was delicious and enough for lunch tomorrow. Love the cowboy wall hangings. read more

Cowboy's Cafe - Tuna melt with cheddar cheese - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minden, Nevada

This place was recommended to us so we gave it a try for breakfast. It was outstanding. I had the chicken fried steak with gravy and it was absolutely delicious and the wife had a chili omelette which was very good according to her. The coffee was excellent, and the service was outstanding. It is a place. We will definitely go back to when we are in town. read more

Plenty of seating, lots of breakfast items, super busy, decent food, customer service hit/miss. Sausage and cheese omelette good, toast cold. Greeter was abrupt when I checked in, maybe even annoyed. Waitress who served us was super friendly, checking on us. read more

This was my first time here and I will NEVER be back again . I couldn't believe how rude the waitress was (large white female, about 42 years old, with died blonde/brown hair in pony tail) was to me..... I simply asked for an extra egg to be placed on my plate instead of my fiancé's plate and she was extremely condescending, rude and sarcastic. As a combat military veteran and retired Police Sgt I'm appalled as to how I was treated and talked to. To say my PTSD was severely triggered would be a vast understatement. I would strongly recommend avoiding this place at all costs. read more

Fantastic food and fantastic service! We went up to David Walley's Resort and Cowboy's Cafe was HIGHLY recommended! We ate breakfast there every morning! Best hollandaise sauce I have ever had with eggs benedict! I had it every day! Best customer service! FABULOUS! read more

Excellent breakfast sandwich. So yummy!! We will go back next time in town. Pancake were huge and yummy!!

Way over priced. $25 for a poached egg, small stack, and small chili. Order sat in under the heat lamp while server was doing paperwork.

This places is awesome. If you ever come to Minden or are passing through you have to stop at this gem. The place is a bit rustic but the food and service is incredible. If you order the Cowboy Benedict, you better be hungry as it is a lot of food. The biscuits are light and fluffy, the sausage has a nice smoky flavor, and the gravy is rib sticking delicious. The prices here are great as well. I really think if you stop by here you will not be disappointed!!! read more

Cowboy's Cafe - Cowboy Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minden, Nevada

I was looking for a great breakfast and I definitely found it at Cowboy's Cafe! I read the reviews and expected rude staff so I prepared myself. What I prepared for never happened. Everyone was friendly, attentive and inviting. I mean, they weren't fawning over us, but we got what we needed when we wanted it. I was itching for some good biscuits and gravy and they have a meal with the whole shebang, The Cowboy Benedict, and man, did it hit the spot! It is definitely a hole in the wall, greasy spoon type place, which I love! Reminded me of Saugus Cafe in Santa Clarita, Ca, the oldest restaurant in Los Angeles County, where I live. My only, literally *only* complaint, is that drinks come in cans and not fountain endless refills. Otherwise, it was a solidly enjoyable experience. read more

Here I had found the best chilaquiles in the area, but unfortunately the last 3 visits have not been good. The sauce today is very bad, they add little sauce and the flavor changed a lot from the first time. What a pity, they were delicious. The attention is still great. Very clean place and the people who always attend friendly. read more

Great service and food, especially Breakfast starting at 6:00 am I come here whenever I want a great breakfast. read more

Cowboy's Cafe was such a gem! It's a small, cozy spot with the cutest cowboy vibes -- think rustic charm and warm, homey energy. I went with my family, and we all absolutely loved our food. Every dish was full of flavor and clearly made with care. read more

Excellent breakfast spot with delicious omelets and a variety of different options. We were so impressed with the food and service that we will be back weekly. read more

Rudest waitress we have ever had....... Turns out she is also the co-owner. Very condescending and sarcastic. Food was mediocre at best. We will never be back again. read more

Awesome Breakfast. Always look forward to a good breakfast here! Definitely try it! You'll like it

How sad! Years ago this was my favorite breakfast spot. Unfortunately, today was so different! My Cowboy special was like rubber. Rubber eggs and rubber cheese! The waitress asked if I would like fruit. I said yes please, but it never arrived! My grandson's French toast fingers were dry ... his scrambled eggs were ok. All in all, a disappointing experience! read more

Love this little cowboy Café Hometown Field decor is absolutely amazing. Great hometown feel service was great. Good country food at a great price. I would definitely make this part of your bucket list when coming through Minden Gardnerville area. read more

This restaurant makes a good breakfast but I've had lunch there 3 times & definitely not impressed with the food. The last time I was there I ordered a patty melt with French fries. The fries were oily & limp...I was honestly shocked that they would serve them to a customer. I called the waitress over & she said "oh yeah there must be something wrong with the fryer". The part melt was really dry & had no flavor. To be fair my husband liked his breakfast but my lunch was not worth $17.95 read more

I love this restaurant. Great western theme inside. The food has always been good and the service is good as well. The restaurant is usually busy, so you might have to wait during peak breakfast time. They are only open for breakfast and lunch. I had a delicious breakfast that the waitress recommended to me, telling me it was her favorite on the menu. Ok, Im your Huckleberry. I think it was called Cowboy eggs benedict. Eggs, a really good homemade biscuit, with a tasty gravy, sausage patty on the biscuit and maybe something else i cant remember. It was very good! I would definetly order this again! This is a great breakfast place if your in the area. I have only eaten breakfast here so Im unable to tell you about lunch menu items. read more

Cowboy's Cafe - Very good Breakfast! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minden, Nevada

The food was very hearty and good. My family loves coming here for breakfast when we're in Tahoe and the Minden NV area. This diner has a cool ambiance with an old cowboy western feel to it and the food compliments it well. Simple, wholesome , fresh and hot food. A must try if you're in the area. read more

Incredible biscuits and gravy. Excellent service and a cute little place! Can't wait to come back

Good food and portions, reasonable prices, nice staff. Homestyle cooking ....whats not to like? Ambiance is old west original! read more