Arguably the most reliable restaurant in all of WF... Buffalo Cafe has been in business for years and it's not hard to see why... It's got that "Montana Feel" the moment you walk in, everyone is super friendly (you can tell the staff loves working there), the food is excellent, and it's a reasonably priced place to get a high quality mountain-style meal. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, they have it all at BC... We've never had a bad meal and have probably eaten there 20+ times. We've been coming to WF for 10 years and always stop into BC. If you're looking for a hardy meal before or after hitting mountain, BC is the place to go. read more

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Met an older gentleman who was interviewing me for a wife here at 7a on a Tuesday. The lady taking care of us was full of energy and joy, consistently making sure my cup of Joe was topped off. Portions are massive and packed with flavor, great American comfort dining to say the least. Place gets absolutely buzzing as it's clear it's a Whitefish classic, but we were never rushed or alienated as we enjoyed a 3 hour meal together. Super comfortable with nice warm lighting allowing you to enjoy the warm atmosphere. Look forward to feasting here again when it starts to hit those crazy Montana weather conditions! read more

This is a really good place for brunch. The burger was good, corned beef melt on rye was amazing, but the fries really stood out. Staff was nice and quick on a busy morning, very attentive. No wait time. Theres street parking and a parking lot around the corner. Good location near the strip. read more

Buffalo Cafe - Burger - American Near Me - Whitefish, Montana

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10/10 My family and I ate here TWICE during our three day stay. This place has so much charm and the coffee is a must. You cannot order a bad meal from here - I tried a little from everyone's plate and everything was top notch. The French toast is amazing AND the hashbrowns are to die for! The service has been excellent the two times we've been here although it's very busy. You will not be disappointed. read more

Buffalo Cafe - American Near Me - Whitefish, Montana

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It's a very nice and cozy atmosphere when you walk in. We went for the dinner service and were served very quickly. I ordered the elk tacos which were enormous and covered almost the entire plate. The elk was very good and lean and I definitely got full off of this plate. I also ordered the huckleberry sundae without the chocolate fudge. It was yummy and I definitely had the essence of huckleberry to take home with me for my last meal. Overalls portion sizes were big for what you get. Thanks for having us! read more

Buffalo Cafe - American Near Me - Whitefish, Montana

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While visiting Whitefish during the UTBS music festival, my husband and I came to Buffalo Cafe for a bite to eat. We understood how absolutely slammed they were that weekend with so many visitors and people in town so we appreciated their hospitality and kindness. We ended up taking a seat at the counter and enjoyed our breakfast there. This good old-fashioned diner serves up some tasty and hearty breakfast meals. I decided to try what they called a "Buffalo pie" - the morning glory - which was a stack of breakfast goodness. It had hashbrowns piled high with gravy, cheese, onions, sausage, and eggs. My husband also ordered one of the Buffalo pies, but I don't recall which one. The service was fast and friendly, and they definitely kept our coffee topped off. If you're just looking for a stick to your ribs meal served with a smile, come check out Buffalo Cafe. read more

Nice local cafe with a lot of locals. Service was quick and friendly. Biscuits and gravy were OK but didn't wow me. On the other hand, the Potatoes were great. My son's hollandaise. Sauce on the eggs Benedict was curdled and not appetizing and he was very unhappy with it. read more

Not bad. They should say on the menu that's it's a half sandwich. They do have good shrimp tacos though. Disappointed in the sandwich read more

Buffalo Cafe - Took two small bites, but basically half a sandwich. - American Near Me - Whitefish, Montana

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Dale our server was so fun and engaging it just started the entire experience off positive. Seeing all the food fly by made our decision easy - we ordered parm fry's and burgers. The meat in the burger was so tasty and different. It had to be the area because it was flavorful and cooked right. Dale explained different local beers and how they support local farms. We loved the entire meal and experience. When we saw the milkshakes being served with a pile of whip cream we were so tempted but full. I could see why this place is a local favorite. This is a cute space too. Don't miss out on this experience. read more

Buffalo Cafe - Burger with carrots. Sooooooo good. - American Near Me - Whitefish, Montana

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While vacationing with my daughter, we were recommended to go to this restaurant by two different people. The wait was about 25 minutes which I honestly didn't think was a big deal for a Sunday morning. The host was great, got our phone number and said they would text us when the table was ready. We walked around and looked at the local shops while we waited. Our waitress was lovely, gave us some recommendations. We both ended getting an omelette which was so good. The potatoes that come with it are to die for! The food came out pretty quick and was very hot. Great food, great service and would recommend. read more

Many great options and good portion sizes! Perfect classic breakfast joint, A great place for breakfast or lunch. Options for anybody. Be prepared to wait for a table but I think it was worth it! No outdoor seating. read more

This place was busy, busy and righteously so. The food was delicious and portions equivalent to the cost all in all it was fabulous. I think this has to be the best breakfast restaurant in whitefish. We tried the chicken fried steak and the steak omelette. They were absolutely delicious. Both plates were cleared. The hashbrowns that they served with them were so tasty and flavorful and were definitely not just an afterthought, They were part of the dish and super delicious.. . The eggs perfectly cooked The service was also great. Highly recommend this place. read more

Buffalo Cafe - Chicken fried steak - American Near Me - Whitefish, Montana

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Cute little Cafe with some local character. Food was delish! Perfect for brekky, lunch or dinner. Ive only been here twice and had breakfast once and dinner once. Was able to get in right away during weekday for breakfast but had to wait around 20 min to be seated for dinner. The town is quaint and serene so the wait was worth it and it was nice outside to wait. read more

Buffalo Cafe - art - American Near Me - Whitefish, Montana

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Just spending one night here in Whitefish on our way to Glacier National Park to hopefully see the Northern Lights we saw this restaurant in Google and it had 4.7 stars, so we stopped in for dinner. Quite busy but we were seated immediately in a comfortable booth. Ice water was served within one minute without having to ask for it. The menu has a respectable sized drink menu, but we didn't see any sweet wine such as moscato so I ordered the hot chocolate and a Lil Honey beer. The hot chocolate was the best I've ever had and I'm 60 years old and grew up in the Midwest where it gets cold in the winter. My wife really liked it as well but claims to have had better. The beer was good as well. We got an order of onion rings to share and the two of us couldn't eat half of them but they were absolutely delicious and came with ranch and chipotle ranch sauces on the side and both were great. They also gave us a bottle of ketchup but we didn't use it. I ordered the bison meatloaf which was different (because it is different, it's bison) but absolutely delicious. My wife wasn't thrilled with it. The mashed potatoes and carrots were also delicious. My wife got a sourdough patty melt (she's a patty melt connoisseur) and she really liked it. It came with fries, onion rings or mashed potatoes, she got the fries and they were really delicious. They were rectangular, flat, wide, and curved, cooked and seasoned to perfection, slightly crunchy on the outside and soft center. Just so good. Our water was refilled without us having to ask and before they were completely empty. We ended the meal by sharing a Sweet Peaks wild salted caramel milkshake (to go) which was also delicious. We took home our leftovers to enjoy it again tomorrow. We met the owner as he was very actively engaged throughout the restaurant, bringing food and drinks to various tables. Bottom line: if we're ever in the area again, we will certainly return to this restaurant. TLDR: Superb, highly recommended. read more

Visiting town for a half marathon and worked up an appetite! We actually stopped by a different restaurant who was closing and suggested Buffalo Cafe. There was a short wait, about 5 min for a two top. They had a large variety of breakfast, lunch and dinner items- breakfast served until 2. We both ordered breakfast, it was quick, fresh & tasty! We ordered two versions of the "Buffalo pie" (a hash brown specialty) which came with your choice of toast, a side of biscuits w/gravy and a side of french toast. I personally would have liked the hash browns more well done, but I also didn't ask for them that way. Service was excellent, we had a couple people check on us and offer coffee/tea refills which we really appreciated. Great experience! read more

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This is a cute lunch spot in downtown Whitefish! We stopped here for a quick bite after a trip to the bookstore, next door. We shared a juicy jalapeño burger, the light, fluffy bun is made in house ; loved the diced charred jalapeños on top the charred, juicy burger. The strawberry banana shake was delicious, it was a pleasant surprise to taste the fresh fruit with the creamy ice cream , compared to the fake syrups you typically see. I think we walked in at the end of their lunch service, but they were awesome and didn't rush us! read more

Buffalo Cafe - Exterior - American Near Me - Whitefish, Montana

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Has been a 5 star from the first time I ate there 8+ years ago and has continued to deliver every single dang time since. Breakfast or lunch/dinner options it makes no difference, this place is fire. Sometimes a wait especially on weekends but worth it, go check in with the host and walk around downtown a bit, they'll text you when it's time to eat. I love you Buffalo Cafe read more

If you ever find yourself up on the popular 3rd street in whitefish, this is definitely the place to be. Portions were immense, packed with flavor and the burger I got tasted amazing, looked great as you can tell from the picture and to top it all off the huckleberry shake made this place so much more worthwhile. Give it a try, the staff is friendly and inviting to tourists and locals alike, it feels like a cozy American restaurant. Love it read more

Buffalo Cafe - Huckleberry shake - American Near Me - Whitefish, Montana

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Nice Montana ambience, went there for breakfast twice over a 4 day ski trip and the food is definitely worth a visit!

My party of 6 is a very picky bunch! The 2 children are very particular about what they like, so we pick options around them. That being said, this was an amazing choice! The food was fantastic! The burgers were delicious. Our server was very nice and constantly checked up on us. The restaurant was very cozy and clean. Overall this was an amazing experience! Would definitely come again! read more

Buffalo Cafe - Snow Ghost* - American Near Me - Whitefish, Montana

Excellent service. Comfortable atmosphere. Food was beyond excellent!!!! There is a reason the bison meatloaf and the stroganoff are under their favorites. Try them!! So authentic and flavorful. Comfort food at its absolute best! Also had a huckleberry shake......so yummy! Perfect dinner. read more

Buffalo Cafe - Stroganoff....5/5+++++ - American Near Me - Whitefish, Montana

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Comfortable surroundings, friendly service and solid breakfast options made to order with skill. I thoroughly enjoyed my breakfast at Buffalo Cafe, and am so glad I walked across the street from my hotel to eat here. read more

Food was good, lots of options. Small portions. I got a veggie buffalo pie and OK mimosa. Service was excellent. Everyone is helpful. We had a 30 minute wait. Place is small and tables are close I could hear my neighbors conversation. read more

Buffalo Cafe - Orange juice Mimosa - American Near Me - Whitefish, Montana

We came back for the second day in a row for breakfast. My companion went with the veggie scramble with extra crispy bacon and I chose Leslie's Buffalo Pie, which is a mountain of fluffy hash browns with sautéed veggies and cheese with poached eggs on top. It was a hearty delicious generous breakfast. Though to be honest, I'm still thinking about the Higgins Scramble from the other day. Friendly, neighborhood feel with nice people and great food. Hope to come back one day! read more

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Great old-time breakfast spot. We waited about 20 minutes for our table before being seated. We both had coffee, and I had the Joe's omelette, while my wife had the Denver without ham. Coffee was very good, and service was great. Our cups were never empty. The Joe's was good, but the ground beef could've used more seasoning and flavor. My wife really liked hers. English muffins were toasted and pre-buttered. Hash browns were ok but nothing special The short stack of pancakes we split as a side were a little rubbery but fine in general. read more

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This place is the definition of mediocre at best. Waited nearly 90 minutes for breakfast and got in about an hour before closing. They stop serving pancakes at noon but continue to serve French toast. Bacon was ok but we have had better French toast and chicken fingers at the local little league snack shack. Service was adequate nothing more and nothing less read more

Wow! Over $50 for the most horrible breakfast I've for I can't remember how long! I couldn't even finish it. We couldn't get out of there fast enough! Thanks yelp. Whoever wrote all the good reviews had a completely different experience than we sure did! We felt sick and disgusted leaving, sleepy, lethargic, and spaced out while going out and shopping to get some good food, I have a headache now and I slept all afternoon and I never nap. I definitely will never go back. I'm completely grossed out. Denny's could've made a better breakfast than this. We had to wait for an unusually long time to even get acknowledged and a table before we came in. The hollandaise sauce was horrible so happy I asked for a taste of it before I ordered it. I just can't talk about it anymore, but I could go on and on and on. The only thing good about the whole thing was our delightful server. It's almost 630 pm and I still feel sick. read more

Not knowing what to expect in whitefish Montana, this place was an absolute delight! We happened to come in with only a 20 minute wait and the friendly staff was very catering and helpful. It's a small, buffalo themed cafe with a good breakfast and lunch menu. The food was so good, three of us got the same dish, the Biscuit and Gravy combo - highly recommend. read more

Small town cafe in Whitefish located in downtown near shops, restaurants and bars. Popular place for breakfast and lunch proven by the number of patrons waiting to dine inside. Upon arrival, if there is a wait, you register your name and number which you will get a text when the next available table is ready. Host is super friendly who graciously greeted us. Restaurant is pretty open and filled with a lively crowd of locals and visitors. Food was delicious, and our party of 6, all had breakfast including the Special on the board. French Toast, was buttery and savory. Portion sizes are ample and quality of the food matches the price of the meal. Staff was attentive, courteous and friendly. Overall, I see why this is a local favorite and I'm a Big Fan! read more

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Very busy, accommodating to my wife being gluten free Two of us had eggs Benedict both we delicious Hash browns had a great potato taste which stood out read more

Great food. Great service. The young lady that waited on us had so much personality. She could have probably sold me swamp lad in Florida. Great little place to dine. read more

Great staff, great food and a cute historic spot. I went alone for a quick dinner and was met with friendly staff who took great care of me, got in my special requests and made me the best damn patty melt I've ever had. I think the most notable thing about this place is the fact that they bring in high quality ingredients from local shops (local bread, local meat) and they don't skimp on what the offer. My melt came piled on top of a the biggest heaping portion of fries I've ever been served as a side order in my life. The Parmesan fries were amazing and were worth the up-charge. I got it with a side of chipotle ranch and it came in a big side jar not a tiny dipper I would surly need a refill for. I'll be back on future work trips! Thank you! read more

Buffalo Cafe - Patty melt with added extra cheese, Parmesan fries and chipotle ranch so good! Melty goodness - American Near Me - Whitefish, Montana

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Buffalo Cafe in Whitefish, Montana is a must-visit breakfast spot when you're in town. This place has become one of my favorites whenever I visit Glacier National Park. The establishment is beautiful.The food is absolutely amazing and the staff is top-notch, providing wonderful service. I recommend getting there early as it tends to get packed, but trust me, the experience is well worth it. Don't miss out on this delightful breakfast spot in Whitefish! read more

Buffalo Cafe - Chorizo burrito a side of pancake - American Near Me - Whitefish, Montana

Our second time back for breakfast and we enjoyed it very much! The place was super busy, but we didn't have to wait long to be seated. Service was friendly and efficient. Our breakfast came in good time and my coffee cup stayed filled. Delicious, just like we remembered. We'll be back again on our next visit. read more

This was my first time eating Bison and it was delish! A very tasty glaze and amazing potatoes and carrots. read more

Buffalo Cafe - Bison - American Near Me - Whitefish, Montana

The Buffalo Pie was meh. I'd skip it. Not much flavor there and a lil oily due to the pile of hashbrowns. The French toast was a a great classic French toast. We got the one with yogurt and granola which was a great pairing. Service was good. read more

Amazing food and atmosphere. Everything was great. Busy because they do have a good menu & quality food. They're busy but will text you when your table is available so you can walk around Whitefish. I lived here 40 years ago & it's still as fun & special as it was then. Go Bulldogs read more

Amazing service, amazing food!! The server was super friendly and refilled our coffee when it got low! The hash browns and sausage gravy were top tier! read more

In town visiting family and the buffalo cafe was on the docket for breakfast. Very nice atmosphere and our server was great. I just had the classic breakfast, and it was more than enough to fill me up. The prices were reasonable compared to other places in Whitefish and this is a place I can see making regular visits too. Thank you for a great meal read more

This is a well run restaurant with good food. We enjoyed our breakfast and hope to visit again soon.