Much more upscale than I thought they would be, ambiance and food-wise. Yet, it was/is a menu with a lot of traditional diner classics. I went regular Bennie, and the Wifey went eggs, browns, toast, protein, etc. Her link sausages were pretty robust. Chefs did a real nice job with the Hollandaise on my Bennie; having a, 'made-on-the-spot' flavor profile. Yay, breakfast. Our waiter was cool, and the folks around us were a nice bunch for small talk, and etc. I'd give their lunch menu a shot, on a next visit. We really liked this place... read more

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They were open for the 4th of July and they were busy too. Luckily we didn't have to wait for a table for two out in the patio. We ordered an omelet and the recommended French toast from our waiter. The food was very good and that French toast was spot on delicious. Plenty of free parking available. read more

Cafe 95 - Happy 4th of July breakfast - New American Near Me - Ponderay, Idaho

Decent diner. Nothing special or extravagant but home style diner food. Quantity was appropriate and service was decent.

1pm on a Sunday, packed, no parking onsite, understaffed. Didn't take our name in order of arrival, the seater took three names of groups that came in after us. We left, just not right. This score is for our experience in customer service and lack of adequate parking as we chose not to eat there after being ignored. Gal didn't even try to ask who arrived in which order. Extremely disappointed. read more

Food was excellent. We came at a very busy time and had to wait but the food was worth it. We'll definitely be back again.

Just barely ok service. Small water cups that I had to ask for refill. It was 90 plus degrees out...people want water! Had breakfast burrito, was tasty, nothing special, asked twice for ketchup. Wife had chili burger. Watery chili so wet juices made her fries soggy. Disappointing- We expected better. read more

We went to try this place for the first time. We had breakfast. All of the food was good BESIDES the pancake, it was very gummy and a tough chew. The restaurant was helpful in remediation and brought out delicious French Toast to replace it with. Service was friendly, but a little slow. Overall we'd come back. Place appeared fresh and clean. Give them a try! read more

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I have eaten here several times and each one was great. Food is fresh and well seasoned. The servers are very friendly & attentive. My most recent visit we had the sausage lentil soup, best I've ever eaten. I also enjoyed a perfectly cooked Patty Melt. So if you're looking for a good home style meal, look no further. Better plan ahead it's always full! read more

Cafe 95 - Pattyelt sandwich w grilled onion Swiss on Rye. - New American Near Me - Ponderay, Idaho

Cafe 95 is the best restaurant in Ponderay ID. They have a great variety and is served warm and fresh!! Thank you!!!

My husband and I had lunch at Cafe 95. It's a very nice restaurant, spacious with a nice atmosphere. We both orderedC obb salads which were excellent except I would have preferred spring greens or romaine over head lettuce. The salad had a lot of ingredients to our liking. The waitress was very nice and she came back to ask us if everything was okay a couple of times. The menu looked great and I would would try other items when we come back. I hightly recommend Cafe 95 in Ponderey, Idaho read more

Great food, excellent service, clean and friendly atmosphere. Very busy yet they seated us pretty fast considering the place was packed. We will come by every time we are nearby! Well done Cafe 95!!!! read more

Service is extremely slow. Waited over 15 minutes to ask for what we wanted. Another 40 minutes and food still isn't here.

So this really isn't enough to warrant a very through review but I'll update once I've had a "real" meal here. I was craving a cinnamon roll. So I hit the lunch rush and not much seating was available so I got the awkward open table right near the entrance in the middle of the walking zone. No biggie since it was just myself, I just felt awkward and "on display". I ordered coffee and a cinnamon roll right off the bat. The waitress asked if I wanted it warmed and with butter so I was excited it was going to be good! It did take a while to get my coffee as I waited, but understandable as it looked like she was juggling several tables. I was pleasantly surprised and appreciative that they have raw sugar and real creamer! I saw the waitress stroll over to the podium near the door that held 2 plastic wrapped cinnamon rolls and grab one. "It shouldn't be long now!" I was thinking. Plates of food came and went as I patiently waited thinking of how busy that kitchen must be. About 15 minutes later, I see the waitress go grab the other roll. I'm thinking it got lost in the shuffle because she was out with it pretty quickly after that and I did not witness another being served. The coffee was good and so was the roll but it was a bit dry and more bread like than I expected. I was thankful for the butter. Service was over all friendly and you can tell there are already regulars. Again, I will return another day, maybe not during a rush, and get some "real" food. read more

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Breakfast was ok and the service was less than average. Our server was hardly attentive and looked like she didn't want to help serve us and never checked on us to see if we needed anything else like refill on coffee. She stood behind the counter most of the time looking at her phone and/or talking to the other servers. Food was just okay. Pancake didn't seem to be cooked all the way because it was gummy. Based on just the customer service, I don't think we will return to this establishment. read more

GOOD SERVICE GREAT FOOD We went to cafe 95 in its new location in ponderay. Right off we noticed better parking, paved lot and a shaded outdoor patio seating. Even handicapped parking! Then the smells of coffee and bacon that were coming while we waited were so inviting. We sat down with a party of 10 and got drinks right away while we had a minute to look over the menu. We orderd 2 lumberjacks, 2 haystacks, a ham and cheese omelette, a chorizo burrito, chocolate chip pancakes, regular pancakes, scrambled eggs, yummy hashbrowns, hot chocolate, coffee,chocolate milk, and soda. We were visiting from out of town and it started our day off right. Our server was awesome , he refi)led our drinks pronto and gave is extra napkins, hot sauce and ketchup always making sure we had everything we needed. read more

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We've never eaten at cafe 95 now that they are on our side of town we wanted to give them a try. We've heard good reviews on their food. Menu if diner style, breakfast, lunch a few entrees for an early dinner or late lunch. (They close at 3pm) Pros- food Good for groups. Parking Friendly staff Cons- crowded at peak times Long wait for food when its crowded. Possibly short staffed? A little bit smokey from the kitchen not sure if their grill venilation was not working very well that day? I would def come back to try breakfast menu though. Give Cafe 95 try as long as you are not in a hurry! read more

Cafe 95 - Bourbon Chicken San w fries - New American Near Me - Ponderay, Idaho

Excellent friendly service by Nickie. Veggie omelet was very good. Bacon mushroom omelet was good as well. Side dish of country potatoes were nice. Side dish of fruit was good. read more

Light and bright interior, comfortable seating for either a large family or something just for two. Attentive staff will keep your coffee cup filled and large portions at breakfast will fill your belly. I've been here several times in just the last week and each time with the same great experience. From something simple like a couple of eggs and bacon (I recommend skipping the toast and going for the large fresh made biscuit) or fill yourself and then some with a yummy selection of omelets. Just a short drive out of Sandpoint but so worth it! read more

I have been waiting for this place to open for months. Today, I drove by and saw the open sign illuminated. I turned around and opened yelp to check the reviews first. It looked good, so I pulled in. Unfortunately, they decided to close 25 minutes early as I was pulling in. The gentleman I spoke to had an attitude, so I probably won't be back. read more

They are always packed on the weekends but the wait is never too long. It's a great breakfast joint, and friendly service.

Always friendly and clean, busy on the weekends sometimes but there food explains it, so good! Get the steak and eggs!

I got the chicken tortilla soup and a salad. The server forgot our salads. Then when the soup and salad came, the soup looked like mush and not soup. The tortillas are put in when cooked or left in making it all just mushy and salty. read more

This was an impulse stop for us that turned into a new favorite when we visit Schweitzer Mt! The burgers were made from local beef and everything was fresh and delicious. My favorite (most unexpected) part, however, was the homemade clam chowder! It is the best I've had outside of Seattle and was a huge surprise! Amazing food, service, and place to visit with a reasonable price point--We will be back! read more

Biscuits were absolutely delicious, as a side to one meal and as a main part of the biscuits and gravy meal. Gravy was the best I've had in recent memory, and the prices and serving size were fair. Good server, will definitely return and try again, would definitely recommend for breakfast in Sandpoint! read more

Food is the best in town. Price is very fair. Just don't order out-they'll skimp your order. The place could use some live music or something. Bring back the Mac & cheese burger please. What happened to the Godzilla burger? read more

Cafe 95 - The Godzilla. I ate it. - New American Near Me - Ponderay, Idaho

One of local favorites! Food is great and staff are friendly & helpful. Love this newer location in Ponderay. More convenient for us. We always look forward to coming here! read more

My bride and I had brunch. She had the Rueben and I had the "Haystack." Her sandwich was quite large so half came home with us. The "Haystack" is an excellent meal: biscuit with hash browns, chopped onions, ham and bacon, two eggs and a smothering of delicious sausage gravy. We live about 30 minutes away and will be going back to try other items on the menu. Treat yourself! read more

Reasonably priced good food with decent portions. Great local spot! Service is excellent!

The food and price is great, but service is a major issue. We have waited 10 or more minutes to be seated when there are tables empty, and numerous times we have waited 5 minutes before anyone even acknowledged us, even though they walked right past us. Then it is usually 20 or more minutes just to get your order. If you don't have anywhere to be, the food is worth the wait. read more

Always friendly, always lovely and home feeling. Food is FANTASTIC to say the least. My favorite place

Absolutely the best food and also they are not shy with their portions. We had fish and chips. They use cod and it was perfectly coated along with the best tartar sauce. Another table ordered a burger and a huge one arrived. I was told it was their mid size burgee. The many had a huge variety and I will be returning for prime rib Friday's. read more

Cafe 95 - Our fish and chips and another tables burger. - New American Near Me - Ponderay, Idaho

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Good atmosphere, great food! The breakfast sandwich, as simple as it may sound, is one of the best I've ever had! I come here every chance I get read more

great breakfast and good prices. They let us have our two small dogs outdoors in the summer which was really nice. They have lots of space so the wait time usually low but if it's busy it can take a bit to get your order. Overall great stop. read more

Every time we go in there, the service is horrible! The waitress takes forever to come over, and when getting drinks, they forget. The last time the waitress was sitting at a booth forever before coming over to take our order and then when I asked for a coffee she never brought it and then she came and asked if I wanted a refill so I told her I would but I never got my coffee. She never apologized and was just like "oh" and then went and got it. Your employees need to take a class on customer service. Will never go back. It is a nice looking restaurant but that is all. read more

All I can say is the country fried Benedict is spot on! Never would have thought but whoever thought of it.. kudos to you. And the service is amazing and very friendly. And you can't beat the mimosas... if you like them with a splash of color then this is your place. read more

This place is my go-to for breakfast. The service is always great, and there is plenty of seating so there is never hardly a wait. The food is consistently good, and they have great mimosas. Very conveniently located with plenty of parking. Great place for sure. read more

Nice place with in and outdoor seating. Hot food was hot and cold food was cold. Great service with nice seating. I would return

Second time to try after dismal first attempt hoping for a better breakfast. Wait staff was awesome busy Sunday, waited some time for food but understood as their kitchen was obviously unable to handle the pressure. Must say my wife and I both felt sick to our stomach after eating food that was some of the poorest we've ever had. Hollandaise sauce tasted and looked so strange, the house made sausage made us both say what the heck is that taste, not something that even resembled sausage. I suggest that you hire someone that knows how to create simple hollandaise sauce and buy your sausage from a vendor. Ugg, won't be back until? You can do it! read more

Ok, so I am confident that with the crew of children I bring in to Cafe 95 that other patrons would like to get up and leave or possibly under their breath are saying please don't seat them near us... you get the point, however onto my review. Cafe 95 is very consistent, being in the food industry as an award winning Chef, the venue is exactly what I would expect from a restaurant on the side of a highway. However it must be apparent that I have gone more than once, WHY? Simple simple food, well done. There are people in this kitchen that seem to really care. If the food wasn't good, I simply would not go. I can cook whatever I need to. The front of the house has always been considerate, concise and clean. Huge. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone in the area or better yet come on down from Bonner's or up from Cda it's worth it. Truly my family favorite read more

Excellent food and reasonably priced. However, the atmosphere was loud and reverberating off the concrete floors and bare walls.