Backwoods Cafe

Love a good burger joint! Ordered the miners double burger with cheese (at extra cost)- all the…read morehand size comparison photos really don't even do this thing justice! It's HUGE! I had them cut it in half and my husband and I split it with a side of fries! We barely even touched the fries and were stuffed! It was a great burger! Lots of fresh veggies, if it were a single patty I don't know that it would have been as good because theyre thin patties, similar to McDonald's. We ate in the car which was a mistake lol. They're pretty messy, a lot of dripping and onions falling out etc- as a good burger should be!!! The regular fries were just like McDonald's though could have used a bit more salt... My diet soda tasted watered down, like the machine needed a refill which is a real bummer, especially when you're spending $5 on a soda. Staff wasnt terribly friendly- kind of felt rushed like I was unconvincing them or something. Thought $36 for a burger, fries, small soda and small shake was a bit much but again, we did split it and were stuffed so guess can't really complain too much.

Miner's Drive-In is a fun spot if you're looking for a casual bite and a place to relax with…read morefriends--plus, it's open super late, which is a huge bonus in the area! The restaurant has a spacious sit-down dining area, and the staff was friendly and welcoming throughout our visit. As for the food, the sides were the clear winner. The tater tots were awesome--perfectly crispy on the outside and warm and tender on the inside. The burger is undeniably massive, but unfortunately, the patty itself was on the drier side. Given that it's their signature item, the burger definitely could use some work to match the portion size. Overall, it's a great hangout spot with awesome sides and friendly service, but the main event needs a bit of fine-tuning.

Partial seating area view

Regular fries and onion rings

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The service was awesome and the food was great! It was a little loud but fun at the same time.read more

When your day drinking on Saturday and you need some macaroni and cheese, there are a few things…read morethat do well for the soul that mac & cheese and alcohol. Why is a bar in Yakistan called Cowiche Canyon?

The bar upon entry.

Prawn and Avocado Salad

Cowiche Canyon Kitchen & Icehouse Bar - Hamburger was nothing but bread its a huge bun with a tiny patty. So dry. And the frys yuck skinny as heck. Nothin was good here.$115.00

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Hamburger was nothing but bread its a huge bun with a tiny patty. So dry. And the frys yuck skinny as heck. Nothin was good here.$115.00

Second Street Grill

3.9(430 reviews)

So, We know I'm from Alaska. So when I order fish and chips, I usually expect a monstrous let…read moredown. I was wrong. Unlike many restaurants, Second Street Grill steps up to the plate and delivers on its promises. From the moment we were seated, our server Natalie became our most trusted advisor. She answered questions and was super helpful. She was buoyant and just amazing. The wait time was not forever, and the food was hot and tasty. No need to ask for refills, because Natalie kept on top of her duties like a boss. Now. I ordered fish and chips. The expectation was those little diamond shaped fish pucks with some shoestring fries. Nope. It came straight through a wormhole from an Irish pub. I would swear to it. The most delicious outside of halibut that I caught myself. I gotta go cuz the wife is ready, but... DO NOT MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY!!!!!

Place has everything.. oddly a bunch of dishes with Asian flair. Oso Bucco, short ribs and…read morepretzels were great they also sell growlers of beer. Got something called single hill.. which ironically single hill brewery down the street didn't sell growlers. Great outdoor seating. If you go to Costco first, they had 100 in gift cards for 80. That was a nice surprise

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Jalapeño poppers with raspberry chipotle sauce and crab stuffed mushrooms

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Outside.

Main Stop on the Ave

4.4(147 reviews)

0.9 mi

I met a friend here for lunch and we had a lot of catching up to do. We were seated in an open…read morearea and when it became apparent that a large group of over a dozen people were being seated by us, we asked to be moved into a different area. Good call because that group was noisy and we would have had difficulties conversing. That day our server made an admirable attempt at giving us her attention while also dealing with the big group too. Menu items were plentiful. My friend had a skinny breakfast with some modifications and I had chicken salad. The orders were correct and very tasty. This former Grant's brew pub and later Russillo's pizza place is comfortable and I plan to return. Parking is easy. I don't count this against the restaurant, but the building's restroom is old and not clean feeling. It doesn't appear to have been upgraded since the days this location was a train station.

Um, this was kind of disappointing. While it wasn't terrible, I am being generous with the three…read morestars. It's pretty basic in terms of breakfast, the food needed salt all around. The gravy was alright, the biscuit was pretty typical. I enjoyed the sweet potato hash that I got with my omelette. The service was alright, but a bit slow. I realize they seemed to be slammed with at least one party waiting the entire time we were there. The idea that you are eating in the old train station is lost. It COULD be really cool, but dang. It's covered and filled with cheap tchotchkes, fake plants, and text/signs that aren't old, vintage, or even related to the train station itself. Of course it says eat, and all aboard, but come on. I should have taken a photo.

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Biscuit

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Crafted

4.7(307 reviews)

•$$$

If you love fine dining this is a must try in Yakima! Great service, great atmosphere and the skirt…read moresteak blew me away (whatever is in that green sauce is magic). Couldn't recommend a spot more, if you're a foodie Crafted is a must.

The hubby's almost finished with the Yakima job, I'm really going to miss this place! Definitely a…read moremust stop next time I'm in town! Last night we had the most incredible meal and our waitress was the cutest- super friendly and accommodating! It was a full house as usual but very very loud we didn't talk much as it was kind of pointless and would have to yell to even be heard- at that point I was wishing I had made a res for the patio out back lol. We had the tomato & peach salad that was to die for! We ate the entire plate! Then we ordered the black cod which is my favorite fish- so tender and flaky, loved the addition of meaty lions Mane mushrooms and a miso slaw! Hubby had the skirt steak- so tender, perfectly cooked and melted in your mouth! Loads of flavor. The heirloom tomato that came with it was killer as well! Our waitress kept bringing dishes to the table that she thought we would like, as an apology for "the wait" (which we weren't worried about in the least) but were very grateful to receive!The bread roll and green beans, so so good! Thank you so much!

New upstairs seating

Sashimi

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Miso Corn Cake with Candied Cashews.

WaterFire Restaurant & Bar

3.9(204 reviews)

3.1 mi

WaterFire Restaurant & Bar, 4000 Creekside Loop,…read moreYakima, WA98908. First time here on Ryan's recommendation. We had a wonderful celebratory graduation dinner. The food and cocktails were amazing, service excellent. The restaurant was a standalone building on the outskirt of Yakima. It's a bit more upscale with a nice and warm ambiance. Definitely recommended. Will come again if/ when I'm in the area. ~ Cod Fish & Chips ~ Ribeye Steak ~ Filet Mignon ~ Togarashi Seared Hawaiian Ahi Tuna ~ WaterFire French Dip ~ Mac & Cheese ~ Wagyu Cheeseburger ~ Roasted Pineapple Mai Tai ~ Ultimate Lemon Drop ~ Dragon's Breath (this one is not for me, it's way too sweet)

Food was passable, but service was absolutely the worst…read more Waiter (Marcus F) was probably the worst I have had in a while. I ordered two apps and an iced tea. He asked if I wanted bread with my meal. I said "Sure". Well bread is $5. Not a big deal, but would be nice to mention or at least bring a nice warm bread? Neither happened! Bread was hard and cold. Menus still on the table. App one arrived, then app two arrived. Still no iced tea. Then he came around the corner after being absent for 10-15 min; app one was already finished. Then I caught him doing a 180 and then come back with my tea. At this point about 30 min since I sat down, he asked if I was ready to order. Really? I was done, asked for a refill on the tea and a check. He took the glass and came back with same glass refilled. Now maybe I am being picky here, but if you take the glass, then just bring a fresh one. Dont just top of the melted ice with tea. Old lemon wedged between the ice and new one on top. Overall: Place is busy. Food is ok, but they could do better!

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The Great American Grill

4.1(7 reviews)

0.9 mi

The pictures and lack of reviews don't do this place justice. When I travel for work and stay in…read moreYakima, I wIll only stay at this Hilton hotel because of the great food and service at the restaurant on the first floor. The restaurant has recently been completely remodeled and looks really nice. Judy- the bartender / Front of house manager is awesome and extremely attentive. The food is great also! This place sets itself apart from the other places in the area. Very clean and nice.

Talk about awesome service. Judy at the bar is great and makes sure your glasses stay full. My…read moresecond time at this hotel and having the benefit of a restaurant is great. It's good for evenings when you don't want to go out after a long day. It's good for a night cap. It's also good if you just want a great meal without having to drive anywhere. Decent drink prices. Good can be a bit pricey for a hotel but given the restaurant around and their price tab I don't fault them. Tonight had the Mobley burger with cheese and steak fries. YUM. Way better than my meal yesterday at a restaurant down the street that had great reviews but my experience wasn't great. I'd definitely hang out here if you're staying at the hotel. Definitely a way better choice than leaving to go elsewhere.

Area of the large bar

Front seating area

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Wild Atlantic Salmon blackened w/veggies and rice pilaf *pic has weird tint- hotel room lighting*

Caffe 11th Avenue

4.2(100 reviews)

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The place is very nice super nice servers and great ambience in general. Love their breakfast…read morefoods. I wish they had their pancake special more often but we're always down to try new stuff. Will be back again for sure

Really wanted to love this place as it's a transitional brunch spot in downtown Yakima that I've…read morebeen wanting to try during a visit 1. Long wait during brunch hour. Service was nice but it was hard to get things ordered and moving even after seated. This place was understaffed 2. Espresso drinks were not that good. I had coffee bean residual in my latte 3. The fried chicken sandwich was a major letdown. It was so dry and chewy Again, service was friendly but the food/coffee quality plus the long wait time was a bummer

Bar Area

Spinach Florentine Omelette

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Caffé Cobb Salad

Sweet Bees Restaurant

4.4(108 reviews)

1.7 mi

Great Food! Never found an item on the Menu that's not…read moreDelicious. Nice portions. Friendly Service.

I go in there been buying the same sandwich for years it's been a year that I haven't been there…read moreand I order the same thing all the time never changes as sweet bees melt Well it doesn't look like it the bread is different it's shorter instead of round and taller with all the meats there's lesser meats for a $25 I could do that at home

Very spiritual pace

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Yakima Steak Company

3.7(310 reviews)

•$$$

My mom took me here for my 50th bday. I ordered Top Sirloin with a loaded baked potato and Risotto…read more I ordered my steak medium and it was perfection. I was satisfied with everything. The wait staff was so nice & they even gave me a gift card bcuz it was my bday. I'll be back.

I had a lot of folks recommend Yakima Steak, saw a few good reviews on TikTok, so I went, and…read moreunfortunately, I walked away wondering what all the fuss was about. (They must have paid for the good TikTok reviews.) Let's start with the service, or lack thereof. When I walked in, there were three people standing at the hostess stand, and not a single one acknowledged me. I actually had to say hello first. Now, I'm not expecting anybody to kiss my ass when I walk through the door, but when you're charging the prices this place charges, a simple greeting shouldn't be too much to ask. Since I was dining alone, I asked to sit at the bar but was told it was closed for an event. No problem. They ended up seating me in a corner by the stairs, even though there was an open table by the window. I ain't gonna lie, that rubbed me the wrong way a little bit. Looking around at the good ol' boys crowd, I couldn't help but wonder if my complexion had something to do with where they decided to put me. I'm not saying that's what happened, but the thought definitely crossed my mind. Maybe there was another reason, but the whole interaction just felt off. Anyway, let's talk about the food... I ordered off the happy hour menu because there's no way I was paying those steak prices, especially when the sides are à la carte. I mean, come on now. This is Yakima, not Vegas. Started with a glass of Pinot Gris, which was nice. The Caesar salad was actually pretty good too, although the dressing was a little heavy on the anchovies. I like a good Caesar, and I'm not gonna knock the whole salad over that. The potato cakes were probably the first thing that made me think we might be onto something. They were seasoned well, cooked nicely, and the sauce that came with them was REALLY good. No complaints there. The brisket sandwich, though? Just okay. The meat was a little dry, there wasn't nearly enough barbecue sauce, and the whole thing felt like somebody just threw it together. Nothing terrible, but nothing I'd order again either. Now, the lumpia.....That's right lumpia in Yakima... Man, what the hell was going on with those things? Three of the five had clearly exploded in the fryer, and it looked like somebody just flipped them over so the busted, burnt sides wouldn't be showing...bush league, should have never served those. The filling was sparse, and the seasoning was practically nonexistent. I mean, absolutely NO flavor. I've got Filipino family, and I can only imagine what they'd have to say if somebody put those in front of them. Lumpia is supposed to be flavorful, crispy and packed with a well-seasoned filling. These tasted like somebody forgot half the ingredients. Easily the worst thing I ate that night. Thankfully, dessert came through. I ordered the lemon blueberry cream cake, and THAT was fantastic. Easily the best thing I had the entire meal. Great flavor, nice balance of sweet and tart, and honestly, I would've been happier just having the potato cakes and that cake for dinner. Here's my issue with Yakima Steak. When you're charging premium prices, the food and the experience need to reflect that. I shouldn't have to greet the staff first, wonder why I'm tucked away in a corner, or sit there looking at food that clearly shouldn't have left the kitchen. Maybe I caught them on an off night. It happens. But there were enough misses here that I can't just chalk the whole thing up to one bad dish. I actually filmed a video of my experience for TikTok, but I've decided not to post it. It wouldn't paint the restaurant in a particularly good light, and I'd rather share my experience here than put together a video dragging the place. At the end of the day, there were a couple of things I really enjoyed, but not nearly enough to make me want to come back. For what Yakima Steak is charging, I expected a whole lot better. Unfortunately, I didn't get it...

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Rex H.

2 years ago

The Backwoods is a gem of a breakfast spot in Yakima--a town that often feels short on good options for the morning meal. This place, however, has stood the test of time and continues to deliver consistently excellent experiences. The service here is nothing short of amazing. The staff not only excel at what they do, but they also exude genuine kindness. It's the kind of place where personal touches matter--my 85-year-old father is even recognized and warmly greeted by some of the team, which always puts a smile on our faces. As for the food, it's exactly what you'd hope for: hearty, old-school breakfast fare done right. There's no need for any frills or fancy presentations because the food speaks for itself--it's straight-up delicious. If you're looking for a reliable, welcoming, and satisfying breakfast spot, The Backwoods is absolutely worth a visit. It's a shining example of how simplicity, quality, and heartfelt service can create an unforgettable dining experience. read more

Angie W.

8 years ago

We tried this place out because it had pretty good reviews. It was decent, nothing to write home about though. The service was good. The food was just okay. I got a veggie scramble. It was weird to have celery and carrots with eggs? I would suggest to the owner to have the veggie dishes use zucchini, peppers, mushrooms, tomato's or all of the other vegetables that pair well with eggs. Save the carrot and celery for chicken wings ;) The red potatoes were tasty though. read more

Beatrice R.

2 years ago

Sure! Here's a polished verAmazing food, great service, and a cozy ambiance--this place has it all! Every dish was perfectly prepared and bursting with flavor. The staff was attentive and friendly, making us feel right at home. The warm and inviting atmosphere added to the overall experience. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a delightful dining experience! read more

Marley H.

6 years ago

Best breakfast spot in Yakima there's usually a wait but it so worth waiting the food is always fresh and made as you order and the customer service is amazing Dora always works with you when you let her know what ur craving also gives you ideas backwoods French toast is so yummy don't hesitate on going its the best of the best! read more

Rebecca C.

5 years ago

Meals were served very well, Yum! The environment was comfortable. We're excited to come here with my Mother. We try the Chorizo skillet and, it was good. We were satisfied with the food, it tasted like it was made fresh. We enjoyed our time here! We will probably go back again. read more

M G.

5 years ago

Best breakfast we had in Yakima. Tiny, hole-in-the-wall, tucked into a strip-mall wonderful place to eat. The waitresses are super. The chorizo burger is homemade and full of flavor. Even the coffee is good. Seek them out, you won't be disappointed! read more

Rosa M.

5 years ago

Unbelievable value and delicious food. The bartenders are very polite and gentle. We love coming here with my family! Freshly made food. I got the cheeseburger. I was satisfied with the food here. Enjoy coming here at our lunch hour. read more

Rob T.

9 months ago

excellent food service and fair price... pure ingredients and relaxed comfortable vibe... I've eaten at most all breakfast establishments in Yakima many times and this one is in the top 2! read more

Marcos R.

335

11 years ago

Place is a hidden gem.. Have only had breakfast which I would assume is their specialty.. The French toast with crumbled cereal on it is delicious. Sausage links are the real deal. read more

James L.

12 years ago

Food was awesome! The staff was incredibly friendly. I ordered the Ranchero Omelette with fried jalapeño. Very happy with this place. Next time we are in Yakima will eat here! read more

Mayra N.

4 years ago

The food is great at a good price and the staff is really friendly. Sometimes you need waiting a while for a table but it's definitely worth the wait! read more

R O.

9 years ago

Went here for lunch. Food tasted good. The servers are nice. Good place to get food. I will be coming back again. Great place to take the family. read more

Steve H.

400

6 years ago

One of the better breakfast spots in town. Can't really go wrong with anything on the menu.

Lori R.

4 years ago

I didn't care for the food and it had no flavor. First and last time I ever go there.

Aria H.

6 years ago

Definitely a good place to go to have a breakfast. Foods are served very well, Yum!

DANIEL F.

11 years ago

Love coming here with my family! Fresh food made from scratch !! Awsome

Cindy B.

10 years ago

Best Breakfast in Yakima!! May be a wait but always worth it.

Freida C.

4 years ago

wonderful people, great food! what more could you ask for!

Jeremy T.

13 years ago

The backwood French toast is great!

Andrea F.

119

8 years ago

Food pretty plain and over priced.

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