Always a solid option and classic diner food! The food is always pretty good, and breakfast all day is great. Every time we visit, someone gets the Montana and always enjoys! This time I tried the trucker combo and I'm glad I did. The biscuits and gravy were delicious! My boyfriend and his family love the bread pudding, and I love the cinnamon roll! There's usually a wait on the weekends but afternoon week days are a great time to visit! Lots of parking! read more

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I love the 12th Ave. café... Yes there have been a few changes since there is an Egg N Us presence. But it's still delicious diner food!

The hostess and staff were all super friendly. There were a couple of large parties ahead of us and they were able to get everyone seated quickly. There is not a ton of seating but it has a quaint diner feel to it. I had their special brisket benedict. The brisket was a little on the chewy side but the hollandaise sauce more than made up for it. The eggs were perfectly cooked. The bacon was crispy, like I prefer, but I found it a little too salty. They kept the coffee filled and overall it was a great experience. read more

12th Ave. Cafe - Brisket Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

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Went on a late Sunday morning for breakfast, so I already knew it'd be busy. We put our name on the wait list, and there were about 6 people on the list ahead of us. But looked like a lot of people left after putting their name on the list, because we waited less than five minutes before being seated. We started off with the Cinnamon Roll because bf loves them. He finished it before the rest of the food came out. We also ordered French Toast, Chicken Fried Steak, and the Trucker Combo. Everything was delicious. My bf loves the biscuits and gravy, and really enjoyed it here. I never order biscuits and gravy because I'm picky with the texture of biscuits, but the biscuits were nice and soft, and the gravy was good. Service was quick and friendly. We left full with leftovers. read more

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My friend and I came to try out 12th Ave Cafe after a quick hike one Saturday around 11am. We were quite fortunate and only had to wait 10 minutes to get seated. The restaurant seemed quite busy, but there was all in all a good flow of people going in and out. Right off the bat, we loved that their TVs had dog and cat videos! How fun is that? It's so unexpected and honestly brilliant. For food we ordered the lemon-ricotta pancakes and the Los Angeles Eggs Benedict. Both were quite yummy! For the LA Benedict, I will say the Benedict was amazing! The chorizo was so yummy and paired well with the sauce, perfectly poached egg, avocado, tomatoes, and English muffin. For us the side of potatoes with green bell peppers and onions was a tad bit lacking. But all in all it was a delicious dish. Now as for the lemon-ricotta pancakes? Those were delicious! No complaints! I would definitely come again with friends in the near future. read more

12th Ave. Cafe - Lemon-Ricotta Pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

Depending on what you get this place can be great! I'm only rating it a 4 because I feel like it could improve however I was impressed with the few different items I got! read more

I reviewed this restaurant six years ago and am delighted to once again award five stars! This time it was just my almost four-year-old granddaughter who decided pancakes for lunch was just what she deeded after spending the morning at a nearby park. The staff here is so nice, and of course anyone who takes care to welcome a child gets high praise in my book. She devoured her platter-sized Minnie pancake and ate all the accompanying fruit as well. I appreciate that the have gluten free bread so I was able to enjoy lunch, too. Looking for a family-friendly neighborhood restaurant? You can't go wrong with the 12th Ave Cafe! read more

Love their food! Spaghetti is great. Country fried steak and sausage gravy is the best I've ever had. Always great service!

* Chicken fried steak 5/5 * Hotdog sandwich 3.5/5 * Breakfast burrito 4/5 * Bread pudding 3/5 Chicken fried steak was amazing! I'm almost positive. It's a new kind of gravy and they put on a ton of it. You can also substitute your toast for pancakes, which is great. read more

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While in Issaquah the other day we decided to try the 12Th ave Café You see I wanted breakfast, and my significant other is not a big breakfast fan so she could get a sandwich. Viola, we both got something good! First things first, this is a very clean and well-run café! A very friendly and efficient staff with a lot of regular patrons. I decided on the Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs. This comes with these "12th Ave Spuds". Hmmmm you say... Well let me tell ya the CFS was fantastic! Good portion, eggs cooked exactly as I asked and the "12th ave spuds" are AWESOME! Chunked potatoes, onions and green pepper. Although I am not super fond of green bell peppers the flavor was very suttle, with firm but not crunchy hard potatoes! Now let's get to the gravy.. Gravy can go one of several ways. This gravy was spot on in my book.. In my opinion it was a bit more like cream of mushroom soup, creamy not lumpy not over seasoned and definitely not greasy! And yes it had a mushroomish taste. I ate the whole damn plate!I was told about this place by a co-worker.. Now I suggest you try it! I forgot about the busicut it was tasty as well. I think what made it so good was the jam/jelly it was served with.. Strawberry and Raspberry, no not mixed. They were very tasty with compote like flavor. The sandwich was a grilled cheese with bacon and tomato on white bread. Now I did not taste the sandwich because it was eaten to the last crumb I will surmise it was pretty good! The "Thin" fry's that came with it were pretty tasty, I did try them, they are of the "Double Crisp" style if you will... All in all we will make the trek to go back! read more

12th Ave. Cafe - Chicken Fried Steak, of course. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

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Standard diner fare, which I like (more than my wife). One thing I wish they would address is our dinners both had too much salt in them (meatloaf and pot roast). Better to season only lightly and put salt on the table so people can add more if they want it. read more

Our hotel didn't offer breakfast and this was the closest besides fast food. It ended up being a great choice! The service was very quick. Food was good and came in large portions. It was also clean and staff was very attentive. read more

12th Ave. Cafe - French Toast and Fruit - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

We had not been in the 12th Ave. for quite a while. The ownership has changed, but it seems like the food, is still high-quality. The volume of food seems a little bit lighter than it used to be, but again it's quality, and I don't need to eat a giant plate of food. My son, on the other hand, he likes a giant plate of food as you can tell in one of the pictures. it took a while to get in the door, but it was a Saturday or Sunday morning, but once we got in, we got served immediately. The ambience in here was really good, lots of customers, servers moving about, food flying every direction in a good way, all of it plates delivered the way it should be. I had the basic breakfast with eggs, bacon, hashbrowns. A little skinny on the bacon, in my opinion, but the quality and flavor was there. My wife had the avocado toast, as obvious and one of the pictures. She was only able to eat half of it, brought the rest home, as it came with the Caprese salad. My son, he had the large Montana special. As you can see in the picture this was a mountain of food. I'm happy to report, that he was not able to eat all of it. He did finish it by the end of the day. He is a large individual, works as a car mechanic, has a big appetite. read more

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We came here on a Saturday morning and waited maybe 10-15 minutes before we were seated. The inside of this place was very vibey and felt like we went back in time a bit. We ordered the Chicken Fried Steak and the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes. The portions were pretty generous and we were stuffed. The Chicken Fried Steak was a little too much after awhile and we were glad we shared both of these items. The food felt a bit oily and the ventilation of the place wasn't so great. The Lemon Ricotta Pancakes were delicious and we liked the generous amount of fresh fruit that came with it. read more

12th Ave. Cafe - Chicken Fried Steak Lemon Ricotta Pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

Such a cute little diner. The staff was very friendly. We stopped in for a late lunch/early dinner. It wasn't crowded so our food came out very quickly. The menu had so many appealing items and it was hard to choose which entree to get . We will definitely return! read more

12th Ave. Cafe - Pancake Special with bacon and egg. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

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I have been here for breakfast a number of times and each time the meal has been a pleasure. The service is as good as anywhere, if not better, and the food is beyond compare There is nothing on the menu that I could even come close to complaining about not only that but everything that my partner and I ordered was as good as if not better than any other breakfast place in the area. I would recommend anything on the menu and feel comfortable that you would definitely enjoy it. My compliments to the staff and the chef for a super and excellent meal. Especially for our server, Dianne. read more

I went there with my daughter and we ordered breakfast. The service was not great. The food was all right, but the service was very impersonal and they kind of treated me as if I can't afford to eat there wouldn't recommend. read more

Went with my family today and everyone enjoyed their food. Aunt said it was the best chicken fried steak she had, and their biscuits and gravy was divine. 5 stars all around. We loved our server, too! Very nice atmosphere. read more

Made my first visit to 12th Ave Cafe today and it definitely won't be my last. The Biscuits and Gravy was the best I've ever had - super fluffy biscuit and delicious, savory gravy. The spuds on the side were absolutely perfect. Service was great and the place was hopping. 100% would recommend! read more

Solid place for diner-style breakfast and lunch. The portions are pretty big so I always end up taking leftovers home. Their biscuits with jam and potato hash (Montana) in particular hit the spot for your classic breakfast needs. The last time I was there I got the chicken fried steak which was even better than I expected thanks to their gravy. The restaurant is located in a strip mall plaza so there's plenty of parking. The wait can be quite long during the weekends for brunch but you can always wander around in nearby shops while you wait. read more

12th Ave. Cafe - Chicken Fried Steak - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

Good quick service. Food was fine. If you are jonesing for a particular sandwich (I.e turkey melt, corned beef, etc) I could see it hitting the mark. For us, today, best I can do is say it was fine. If a friend asked me if I would join them there, I would and enjoy it but not likely to be the place I would select. read more

Stopped here early in the morning with my young daughter while we waited for a family members surgery nearby. The staff were really nice and attentive, they were quick to serve us and loved chatting with my daughter. She got coloring pages and usually my kids just leave the coloring papers on the table after we're done eating and while we were leaving the staff hung up her coloring pages and let her know they were going to be on their wall, it was really nice of them! The food was amazing as well, came out pretty quick. It's a nice quiet place to eat. Definitely would come back with my husband and other daughter next time we're around Issaquah! read more

Came early for breakfast and seated right away. Not a spacious cafe place but I like the homey vibe. We ordered the Salmon Benedict and traditional breakfast. The food came out fast, typical American breakfast, very filling! Good family diner place and attentive servers, worth a visit! read more

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The service is A++! Quick service and very attentive. And when I say attentive, I quite mean it! They sat us, took our order, and continued refilling my coffee like a ninja! I turned to my cup and it magically refilled! The food was average in taste. Wasn't great and it wasn't bad, it is what you would expect from a diner. Ended up getting country fried steak with wheat toast. I would have preferred the spuds to be crispier and the over easy eggs to be just a bit more cooked, but overall it was good. Pricing was also average, may be slightly high - but I'm not too mad about it considering the egg shortage and the diner being located in the Plaza that is pretty busy. Would be interested to come back to try their award menu items! read more

Stopped for lunch. Only have had breakfast in the past and it's always been great! Lunch.... Disgusting. Had a French dip. It was absolutely horrid. Not sure how you screw those up but they managed. I'll be sticking to breakfast. read more

I lived in Issaquah for ten years. Because of the rather remote location of living in Issaquah , I depended on a small group of restaurants to feed my family. 12th avenue cafe was a popular choice with us. We experienced the major changes in Issaquah, when it morphed from a small city to a large metropolis. 12th avenue cafe was one that changed. We went to the small popular cafe. loving the food and service there. However, there was a major change. their popularity exploded and they had to expand their services.. I do miss the previous smaller setting and the higher quality of delivery and food that was offered. However, still love their breakfasts. Now, rather than a cozy cafe experience, they are located in a strip mall by Target. Points off for the more inpersonal shuffling of you to a table. Points off for the more rushed and in-personal service . I think this-is my biggest regret. Honestly, the food was not the best, but the service convinced you to love the experience. Now, bad service and mediocre food does not make an enjoyable visit . They try hard, but just not the same great food, quality, price and good service. read more

This is our favorite spot for brunch! We especially love getting the Montana- it's enough to feed our family of 4, two adults and 2 young children. The service has always been kind and excellent. read more

We used to love coming here. The food is good and service is typically strong. However, we recently met my mother there for a pre-Christmas breakfast as we wouldn't be able to see her on Christmas and, after just 45 minutes in our seats, maybe 5 mins after my mom and I had finished our food and my wife, who wasn't feeling well and trying to slowly eat her bagel, told the server she could take the remainder away, the server said "okay, we have many people waiting", passive aggressively telling us to hurry up... So, bottom line, if you want average diner food at Eastside prices (not cheap) and fast food service, this is your place! Otherwise, go elsewhere so you can actually enjoy your meal without being on an unreasonably short timer. We personally won't be going back. read more

Food was amazing, the eggs were done perfectly and had generous portion sizes for the medium. Food came out quickly and the staff were friendly. read more

This place is amazing. The food is so tasty and I love their egg benedits and their potatoes are to die food so much flavor. The place is small but I believe that when a restaurant is small and lots of people waiting it means that the food is always good. read more

Dropped in, for the first time, today for a breakfast because I'd seen and heard about this spot for years. Everything we've heard was good. So it was an easy decision and felt low risk. At this time of pandemic they're required to ask for Vaxx cards but they didn't really make a big deal of it. I think if you don't have a Vaxx card you can eat outside. Once seated we ordered 12 Ave Specials (one egg with country potatoes and you choice of 2 sausages or 2 bacon). It came with toast or biscuit. But we asked to substitute the bread with fruit. It was all done right and it was delicious. Service is on point and friendly. The space is pleasant and comfortable. We will come back whenever we want breakfast or lunch. read more

12th Ave. Cafe - Breakfast - 12Ave special hold the carbs. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

Service was great. They were busy on a random Tuesday morning. My adult son and I came for brunch and it was pretty good. Only downside that really stood out to me was the cinnamon roll I ordered was listed at a lower price than what I was charged on the bill. Not by a lot and not enough for me to make a big deal. However, it was extremely dry and stale and not very big. When I ordered it the waiter had said it was pretty big. When it arrived it was small and looked like it came out of a box. And in no way homemade. Brought it home and thought I might be able to revive it. It didn't work. Lesson learned, cinnamon roll not worth $6.99. read more

12th Ave. Cafe - Stack of pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

Great service, the food was fresh and delicious. The restaurant was clean and a nice atmosphere. Quality ingredients made with care. I ordered the Hunter's soup (like a beef stew) and the spinach salad with the maple balsamic dressing. Chef's kiss read more

Great Great Great! I love this little cafe! I was searching for a new breakfast spot to try since I was going to be in the area and wow did this place blind side me with greatness! First off you want to get there early because there will be a wait, but like I always say that means something good is cooking! After 20m passed we finally got seated and their menu all looked great. I'm confident in saying there is something for everyone, I saw my favorite breakfast staple which is "Country fried steak" & my better half went with the "Los Angeles Benedict" I'm really picky about my country fried steak and this cafe raised that bar! Great flavorful fried steak with a perfect complement of sausage gravy which was also a delight. With their "spuds" aka home fries (which they serve instead of typical hash browns) super delicious and I highly recommend you order them crispy! Thank me later. I also opted to get their homemade biscuit instead of toast for my side and it was delicious! They have homemade jam that is a must order every time! The LA Benedict was a flavor train with the chorizo and hollandaise sauce that works so well paired together! Get a little savory with a hint of sweetness from the sauce which is in my opinion a balanced sauce not too thick or thin just right. I highly recommend trying either of these dishes you won't be disappointed. Can't wait to come back to try other options! read more

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The service is always spot-on and super quick. They keep your coffee topped up, which is a nice touch. My go-to picks are the scrambled eggs with ham and cheese and the German sausage sandwich. Weekends can get busy, so expect a 10-15 minute wait for a table. But honestly, it's worth it. Great spot to grab a bite. read more

Plenty of parkings up front and is right in the shopping center complex. Dinning room is bright and clean. Greeted by friendly staff and hot fresh coffee served immediately. Many local were enjoy breakfast already when I can in at 8am and everyone seem comfortable and knew what they want from the menu so it tells me that they are returning customers and probably happy with the service and foods. Many ppl came as single diners so no awareness which I like. Price seems fair, $12 for a full classic American breakfast. Hot, fresh and tasty. Love that the toasts were slight crisp and toasted, not like many that were pre toasted. Definitely would be bk. read more

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I must have passed this diner a thousand times because it's tucked away in a shopping center across from Target, 5 Guys and other name brad stores. And if you're like me and prefer locally owned, well it just gets lost. I implore you not to make the same mistake. Even though it's in a shopping center, make the effort to come in. A cute diner vibe and super friendly staff just like you would expect. And the best part is breakfast is served all day! We ordered the huevos rancheros, and chicken fried steak with biscuits and gravy. Both were outstanding. My husband said the chicken fried steak was the best on the Eastside. Cinnamon roll coffee cake for an a breakfast appetizer. Yes, we do that sometimes. You should try it. But I digress. Coffee cake was soft and fluffy and they don't skimp on the sweet crumble top. The only reason for 4 stars is that the service was really slow. Getting our coffee took what felt like forever, and if you're a diner quick, hot never ending refills on coffee should job #1. Food also took too long to come out. I imagine if the coffee had come earlier to keep us company it wouldn't have been so bad. As long as you're not in a rush, brave the shopping center madness and make you're way to 12th Ave Cafe. read more

12th Ave. Cafe - Best chicken fried steak on the Eastside. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

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This little baby cafe can sure pack a TON of ppl inside. They have really yummy food and superb customer service! I highly recommend trying their specials! Loving their Raspberry Cream French Toast! Super tasty!!! read more

I just had one of the best breakfast experiences at this café. I stopped on the way home to Seattle and it was well worth it! I remembered their potato pile up from years ago. Instead I ended up having the lemon ricotta pancake, and the basic breakfast and everything was superb. Kirsten waited on me and her service was outstanding!! She should teach classes on what good service looks like. She could not have been more attentive and thoughtful and helpful! This was a five star experience and I will definitely be back. read more

12th Ave. Cafe - Lemon Ricotta Pancake! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

Cute diner, amazing breakfast! I had the French toast and a side of scrambled eggs. It was really busy when my husband and I arrived but the wait was less than 20 minutes and worth. Our server was prompt and very nice. read more