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    Issaquah Cafe

    4.2 (851 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    ISSAQUAH CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Half an order of the Popeye omelette. So nice of them to split it for us.
    Dan H.

    Still such an awesome place for breakfast. Not too busy at all on a weekday morning as expected but still enough people to create an ambiance. Great food. They even split the Popeye omelette (with hash browns and homemade biscuit) for us and it was the perfect amount of food. A lot of places charge you to split a single meal, so we ended up tipping a little extra to show our thanks but it certainly wasn't expected. The biscuit with butter and honey was superb. Excellent, friendly staff. Will continue coming back. My only deterrent is how busy it gets on weekends!!

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    Mary R.

    So delicious . Each entree is so unique! It's a breakfast lunch resturant . The biscuits and gravy were wonderful . The biscuits were huge . I brought on for a snack later with ham! The service was so friendly and nice . Clean up etc. the counter was comfortable . They had outside seating . Many tables and booths ! If I lived here I would be back many times. It is an excuse to travel Kudos

    Pulled Pork Breakfast Burrito
    Jjay S.

    Issaquah Cafe is EXTREMELY nostalgic for me, and holds a dear place in my heart. Growing up and attending school in the area, I remember coming here with friends before class whenever we had a late start, and I always appreciated the comfy, home-y vibe that this place offered. Years later and having since moved from Issaquah, I still find myself coming here with friends after the occasional trip to the east side. The restaurant is small and cozy, but often very busy; you're definitely gonna expect long waits on weekends. Service is always friendly, and you can tell that the staff absolutely love their job and the customers that come in. I tried something new this time around, and got the pulled pork breakfast burrito. The pork was juicy and flavorful, and really highlighted the dish. Prices can be a bit expensive, most dishes cost at least $18, but you can tell that they put a lot of love into their meals. Or maybe that's my nostalgia talking. Either way, I'm sure I'll find myself at Issaquah Cafe again in the future.

    Huevos rancheros
    Karishma A.

    **vegetarian review** It was quite busy when we arrived - 30 min wait. However we were able to find bar seats quickly. We got 3 half orders - California Benedict, French toast, and Huevos rancheros. The order was quick to arrive. Half sizes are so close to full size price 16 vs 19 so that I didn't appreciate but I guess that's how pricing works. I liked the French toast a lot! Benedict wasn't bad but also not that special. Overall average flavours, good old diner vibes. A little overhyped but excellent service.

    Danielle G.

    That fantastic old school diner you crave when you want good eggs and bacon, pancakes, or French toast. Super friendly staff, food was top-notch, would definitely go back!

    Jamie B.

    This place is my go‑to for breakfast in Issaquah. The food hits the spot every time, and the service is genuinely friendly. One thing I really appreciate: they never let your coffee mug run dry -- the refills keep coming without you even having to ask. Great vibes for a morning meetup or a relaxed start to your day.

    Breakfast sandwiches (2)
    Steve B.

    This place is always busy and it is best to put your name on the waitlist if possible. I like to try different things on the menu and these sandwiches were really good. You can choose, ham, sausage or bacon (I think) and they didn't disappoint!!! The service is always good too and very attentive.

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    Angi C.

    Was looking for a quick breakfast driving through Issaquah. The place was packed but luckily there were two seats at the counter, which is first come, first served. The place was bustling! Service was quick! The cafe was cute, typical breakfast diner. I ordered the crepes with lingonberry- pretty lackluster- not impressed. My husband ordered the potato pancakes, which were just hashbrowns! When I think of potato pancakes, I think of formed potato patty's- these were more of a hash brown casserole. I must note- because it is 2025 after all, they are still serving coffee with the room temperature half/half cups- it's 2025!! Serve some fresh half and half, not the artificial, preserved mini cups. I would not return.

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    Scott H.

    What a great place excellent excellent food good service very clean restaurant. You can tell. They're proud of their space. Highly recommend this place family friendly. You won't regret a visit to the Issaquah café.

    Breakfast sando with ham and egg over medium + hashbrowns
    Cheryl S.

    Service was very friendly; food was your average cafe breakfast fare (nothing stood out as excellent). My husband said his scramble and hashbrowns were good. Unfortunately, my hashbrowns were cold (not even partly warm) and had an oil aftertaste. Gravy on the biscuits and gravy was fairly bland (no savory herbs or sausage taste). English muffin on the breakfast sandwich was slightly soggy but the rest was done well.

    Grilled cheese
    Doug M.

    Well this was disappointing. Not sure why the place was so busy and seems to have a decent star rating. Maybe it was an off day for them and the kitchen. We waited for an unusually long time after seating to place our order, and the food took quite a while too. Yeah, the place was mostly full, but not that full. For the food, side salad was basically iceberg lettuce with a couple carrot sticks and some croutons on top. The light vinaigrette on the side was only oil and vinegar. The wife had to add her own salt and pepper to the salad, and of course couldn't duplicate the Italian spices. Her grilled cheese was basic. Grilled bread with semi melted cheddar (?) between. My turkey club was okay. Way too much plain mayo though. Friend's avocado toast came with eggs on it, over easy. And the toast toppings were okay. But she said only the eggs were warm, not any of the rest of it. Potential was there, but execution was lacking this time.

    Corned Beef Hash & Eggs
    Lee C.

    Stopped in for brunch! The place gets really busy but I can see why. The restaurant itself is super clean. The staff is friendly and helpful. The food was pretty good with large portion sizes. I would def eat here again. Come give it a try!!!

    Corned Beef Hash.

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    Consistently great diner, with good service and food. I especially enjoy the steak & eggs, or their scrambles!

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    The food was good! They did not do chocolate chips in pancakes which is usually accommodated in OPH or IHOP.

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    Good food worth the wait service was good .had nice breakfast .drove by the restaurant and never knew it was there hidden in back.

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    Best cafe ever u need to go roast their own turkey n corn beef friendly great staff stellar food

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    The food is out of this world! The staff is friendly, welcoming. Who could ask for more?

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    The Well and Table

    The Well and Table

    4.0
    (227 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    It was a gorgeous day, so we decided to stop in for happy hour and enjoy the outdoor seating. They…read morehave two separate deck areas -- one connected to the bar and another on the restaurant side. We chose the bar patio, which was cozy, fully covered, and set up with a handful of small high-top tables, making it a really comfortable spot to relax. The drink menu could use a little more detail, since none of the draft options were listed. When we asked about cider, our server checked and let us know they had a cherry pomegranate cider on tap. For beer, the options were simply described as an IPA and a lager, so we went with the lager. It was good, though we never found out which brewery it was from. We also ordered a mule, which was well made. For happy hour, we shared the half charcuterie board ($12), and it was beautifully presented with a great variety. We were impressed enough to stay for dinner afterward. We ordered the burger and the Greek salad with chicken after learning they were out of prawns. Our server also thoughtfully mentioned they were out of Kalamata olives in case that changed my order, which I appreciated. Both entrees were delicious. The burger stood out thanks to the homemade ketchup, which was especially good. The Greek salad was fresh and flavorful, though a bit light on portion size. Service throughout the evening was friendly and attentive, and by around 7 p.m. on a Friday, the restaurant had become quite busy. Overall, a really enjoyable experience with great patio ambiance, solid food, and warm service.

    Hate to do a 3 star on this place...but....Had lunch here once. All was good. Hubby had fish and…read morechips. Ok. I had the burger. It was good. Although a heads up. The house made ketchup they are so proud of is very sweet. So if you really don't like sweet with your fries be warned. So decided to try them for dinner. I had the zucchini lasagna. Yikes. Lets call it dry cheese lasagna with a sliver or 2 of zucchini. Was really expecting a more veggie type dish. Not what I got. Also the arugula and pickled red onion salad was super bland. My hubby tried the halibut dish at 42$. He had an overcooked piece of fish and a side of basic potatoes and broccoli. So sorry to say that this place....as cute as it is and a nice as they are is off our list.

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    Rediculous shrimp add on. $9 or something for two baby dry shrimp (so much smaller than this zoomed shot makes it look)
    Rediculous shrimp add on. $9 or something for two baby dry shrimp (so much smaller than this zoomed shot makes it look)
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    Montalcino Ristorante Italiano

    4.6
    (747 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$$

    Dined here this last weekend on the recommendation from a friend. I love good Italian food and this…read moreplace lived up to the hype. Located in downtown Issaquah. It was a short drive from Maple Valley. Easy to find parking nearby. We were early for our reservation, but they warmly welcomed us and seated us right away. Very intimate dining room with seating for around 35 people max. Nice red cloth table cloths. Our waiter was Luis. He has been working for this Restaurant for eight years now he shared and did an outstanding job. He recommended antipasti starter platter that was delicious. Are entrées were perfectly prepared. Fresh vegetables, and seafood in both dishes. Our server constantly monitored our table for water, glass refills, and removed any empty plates we had. He suggested several things to cap off the evening and we ended up getting the tiramisu. Absolutely phenomenal. Highly recommend this if you're looking for great authentic Italian cuisine in the Maple Valley/Issaquah area.

    Food: Generous portions…read more Appetizer: Grilled Prawns and Scallops in a "secret" sauce: Delicious, tender and buttery Pesto Halibut w/ Risotto (special): very succulent and lemony! Risotto was cooked to perfection! Short Rib Ravioli (not pictured): I didn't have it but the review was..." it was bomb as hell". Dessert: Limoncello Gelato: so delicious Service: Cheerful, Efficient, and Polite Ambiance: intimate and cozy Highly recommend coming here! Not an ideal spot for large groups, however, great for a table for 2-4. There is a 2 hour time slot till the next reservations come in.

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