Wow, an amazing vibe here and delicious food! A variety for everyone. There is also "Faye's Choice", and I asked for that - vegan. It was fantastic! If you're visiting Livingston MT..go try them. They're only open 7-11 M-F (or until they've served 60 people) so make time for it. It's worth it. read more

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Really nice place to stop and have a breakfast- food was good and prices were reasonable. I really enjoyed it!

Life changing food, trust the process. 10/10 food, 10/10 customer service, 10/10 everything.

Happy vibe, lots of positive energy on the staff team, unlike any of your normal chain experiences. Menu was broad and clearly steps ahead of more common options. If you're looking for a breakfast that you'll remember then this is the place. read more

Faye's Cafe - Breakfast team - Cafes Near Me - Livingston, Montana

What an amazing and delicious treat! Faye welcomed us into her precious eatery and allowed us to create our own breakfasts. Faye didn't miss her calling....she embraced it! read more

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Are you kidding?! This is the most unique, friendly, delicious....OMG place in the universe to have breakfast. The creativity starts with the staff. They are beautiful in spirit and image. The menu is next level. What you eat is designed by the words you chose on the menu. Huckleberry love with a side of meaty happiness... for instance. I wish this was more than a stopover for us. Faye's is THE BEST place I've ever eaten. read more

Faye's Cafe - Protein bowl with huckleberry love - Cafes Near Me - Livingston, Montana

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What a fun incredible concept executed perfectly. You use the menu to select words and the artstic chec makes you an absolutely amazing breakfast I said I want poached eggs with Double Smiles, Open Mind and Celebrate What came back was a breakfast combination of incredible flavors with every ingredient a joy in itself if you're headed to Yellowstone stay in Livingston and be sure to go to Faye's Cafe. Btw Dean went with a customer's favorite and loved it. read more

It was the type of meal that makes you scrape every last morsel off your plate because every bite is fantastic! I loved all the art and the ambience is so cute! The staff was friendly and helpful! I'd highly recommend! read more

Faye's Cafe - Faye's Choice - Cafes Near Me - Livingston, Montana

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The VERY BEST breakfast I have ever eaten!!They certainly cook everything with care! Don't take my word for it- just go there!

A local friend introduced us to the Faye's Cafe experience. The cafe is located in an old school. Once inside, first thing was to sign in and wait our turn to be seated. We were seated in a classroom reminiscent of my 1960's grade school days. Seating is limited and meals seem to take some time, but that's because careful thought is put in to each plate. Eating my order was like opening a present. There was a wonderful sampling of bacon, sausage, toast with jelly, and potatoes with cheese. And then the delightful slicelets of banana, carrot, orange, cucumber, and either peach or nectarine. Husband enjoyed his eggs benny and friend savored her Faye's special with a benny spin. And the atmosphere was great for a quiet place to catch up with our friend. read more

Super cute little food spot set in an old school. Kitchy cool, eclectic esthetic with local art surrounding the room. Friendly faces and a vibe that feels like grandmas kitchen on Sunday. The food is amazing and freshly prepared with local ingredients. The hook, the cherry on top, is the menu! There is a typical list of standard dishes and even a few of the locals' favorites, but the other side is the secret sauce. It's a picture of a sunrise. The horizon below is peppered with words referring to tastes and feelings. You select from these words, and your dish is created. I selected sweet,savory, meaty, and spicy. The chef then creates a scramble to fit your selection. Voilà! FAYES CHOICE! A definitive must if in the Livingston area. Seating is limited, but the staff is super accommodating. read more

Faye's Cafe - The entrance to Fayes Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Livingston, Montana

Could a place be more inviting? The friendly service, cloth napkins and handmade pottery mugs are all a welcoming atmosphere. The portions as not oversized like most breakfast restaurants. I enjoy the chef creativity and positive atmosphere. A must stop in Livingston! read more

There are cool things in Montana, Faye's one of them. We were departing the Yellowstone area headed to Bozeman and wanted a good breakfast enroute. I found this on "the Google". We journeyed into Livingston, which from my estimations was a train town of the old west. Faye's is located in an old school now repurposed. Right off, a very different way to order. Not your usual menu, but much like being a gringo looking at a hispanic menu of 2 hundred choices you can't pronounce, pictures make a world of difference. Our server was good at explaining the concept. The wall decorations are very artsy. Lots of color and happy vibes. The kitchen is open and small. The check-out is right there too. The whole operation is cool and efficient. I ordered an omelet that was enchilada-like. Multiple meats and cheese, with hash brown potatoes. I held the rice and beans part watching carbs as best as I can muster on vacation, but you bend in places. I used the huckleberry hot sauce. Wow that was good. Never had huckleberry until this trip to mountain country. Dig it. My partner ordered a cinnamon roll, then the ham and hash browns with toast. The cinnamon roll was bonkers. Suggestion - make them bigger! Flaky and tender, with a decadent icing. I had one small bite, but it was fantastic and the other side of the table concurred. Now, this is not inexpensive fare, but the quality of product was top notch. The folks working are serious about quality. Modern vibe, in a very nicely redone old school. Easy parking, easy in and out. This was a a great travel breakfast. read more

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Faye's always wins local contests for best breakfast and it's easy to see why. So much fresh and delicious food - absolutely something for everyone. Highly recommended. read more

Fays is a lovely little resturant in the Montana town of Livingston. Now if you want to go to flavortown and I mean right down there on main street Flavortown, then go check out Faye's. She is just as sweet as her cinnamon rolls. Which, by the way are absolutely fabulous. They are about half the size of most restaurants, which is fine with me as I love me some cinnamon rolls just not that big. Perfect size Faye. I ordered the or huevos rancheros and man what an awesome breakfast. Not exactly like your typical huevos rancheros, but i honestly have to rank them in the top three I've ever had. Three eggs, sausage, cheese, greens, with tabouli (sure i missed a couple things lol). When blended together, oh man it was an explosion of flavor. The coffee was most excellent Garth. Had 3 cups. I'm running the streets of Livingston as I type. Oh man what a great breakfast spot. Faye sells her own personal cookbook for $50 which we were excited to buy plus having Faye sign for us was a treat. Faye has been a chief her entire life. She tweeks old family recipes used by her grandmother as well as new creations. You know when grandma's recipes are involved, it's going to be good. Shes cooked privately for some of most prominent citizens in Big Sky as well as The Yellowstone Club, so the girl knows how to prepare a flavourful dish. I know I'll be back. Thanks Faye it was a treat. read more

Faye's Cafe - Faye, thank you for taking time with us. Amazing food - Cafes Near Me - Livingston, Montana

So much fun! So incredibly yummy! Best place for breakfast in Livingston! Great service and great food. read more

Faye's Cafe - Cool little find! - Cafes Near Me - Livingston, Montana

You know, last time I wrote my review I was in a rush. So I don't feel like I really did this place justice. And I still think about Faye's Cafe, wishing I could have it here at home in Minneapolis, dreaming of my steaming morning coffee next to an open window at this Montana cafe in the summer........ ....... ...and I feel guilty for not saying more. So here I am, trying to redeem myself. When we came in there was a wait. Don't worry, just add your name to the list and someone will come call you before you know it. Scurry on over and they'll give you a table. If you're lucky, you'll get one by the window like we did. Then comes the first fun part. Order your drink or whatever and then look at the Menu. The menu is so fun because you have no idea what you're going to get. You just pick a vibe and this magical woman, Chef Sarah, creates the best food you've ever eaten. God I just can't even. I hope she knows I literally think about this all the time even months later. Then the best part is when the food arrives. You know when you are really hungry so you look at the servers to see, is that my food..? Is it coming? Is that one for me? Well at this place you never know until it's time. Just like life. Well when our server set the food down I melted into the floor it looked so good. The eggs were like.....heaven on a plate. I don't know what kind of trickery is going on in that kitchen but i've never tasted anything like it. This place is an experience that I could never fit into a Yelp review. I strive to be like Sarah and I hope to one day eat at Faye's Cafe again. God Bless You Faye's Cafe. read more

Faye's Cafe - sorry yelp, it's hard to say what exactly is in this photo because i'm not sure. all i know is it was life changing. Eggs....and more. - Cafes Near Me - Livingston, Montana

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Whenever I drive the I-90 corridor through Montana I time my travel so to be able to eat breakfast at Faye's. I've been doing this for years. This morning I started driving at 5 a.m. in order to get there before it closed. And my reward is the amazing fresh food, the comfortable atmosphere, and the friendliness of every one who works there. And the owner is a brilliant chef who you can tell loves every minute of making the delicious food she serves. This is one of those rare gems in our country. read more

Faye's Cafe - Waffle with cake! - Cafes Near Me - Livingston, Montana

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I'll give you GREAT advice ....STAY AWAY!!! We were a party of 10....put our name on the "wait list".....being told our wait would be 10-15min! So we were waiting...& finally a very rude female came out to announce....."we don't take parties over 8"!!! Not...."hey....we can't seat you all together, would you be willing to separate?" BUT....actually she saved us...it was a blessing in a very ugly disguise....for we quickly & happily left...& went to Pinky's....and we had an AMAZING breakfast.....!!!!! read more

Wow wow wow!!! Faye's is a breakfast dream. It's easy to see why it can only be open 2 hours a day for 6 days a week and thrive. What a fun and eclectic place with artistic details woven into every element of your dining experience mixed with simply pleasures. You'll walk into the Shane Center (old school turned performing arts Mecca in Livingston), write your own name and party size on a notepad and when your table is ready you'll be seated by a waitress. As you walk inside you'll pass Sarah Faye, working her magic solo in the kitchen, and see the specials board for the day and a display of fun locally made jewelry and knives on the counter top. You'll be seated and greeted next to local artwork with a colorful rainbow menu which you can pick anything off of that catches your eye. Your meal will be prepped to keep you always in the $15-$18 range (there are no prices) even with your drink. I recommend the huckleberry bacon and the poppyseed sour cream sweet potatoes for sides and talking to your waitress about what you like/don't to get her recommendations. When it doubt, there's always "Faye's choice." The best part is the menu is broad so you can go back and try something new every time! The staff was pleasant and sweet and you can tell loves working (wont find any burned out folks with hours like these!!) Bonus points if you let Rob perform his table magic for you! read more

Faye's Cafe - Special Benedict of the day - Cafes Near Me - Livingston, Montana

Delectable food! Faces is the best Cafe in park county! She's so warm and friendly. You simply can't go wrong with ANYTHING on her menu! Dianne read more

Gosh, where to start. Such a cool vibe that's inclusive and relaxing. Mismatched coffee mugs and linen napkins. The menu was vast and unique. I opted for the Faye's special (anything goes!) and it did not disappoint. Unfortunately I forgot to take a picture but just go...you'll be happy you invested in this local spot. read more

Our first time here. Very cute place in an old school building. Little warm, but windows are open. Wonderful food! read more

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homey. colorful atmosphere. food was incredible- wonderful tastes that don't all blend together. My 71 year old husband says it's the best breakfast he has ever eaten read more

So this place was recommended by a local as something unique where locals hang out. Do plan to go early because they stop serving after 80 customers. Now here's the thing - this is totally my vibe - you can give the server general guidelines and let the chef surprise you. You can use words like meaty, savory, cheesy, colorful and see what you can get. Which is a concept totally foreign to the Hubbs (remember Meg Ryan in "When Harry met Sally"?). He does not do well with surprises. They have daily specials and I could not miss the Huckleberry Bacon Eggs Benedict with Seasonal Veggies and Cheesy Grits"! The servers were very patient with the Hubbs. He had a variation with steak and Cheesy potatoes. We decided to try a cinnamon roll, which is more of a knot with amazing glaze. We got two more to go for tomorrow's breakfast. I'm guessing the Hubbs still wouldn't give them 5 full stars, but they earned it from me! On a trivia note - my husband attended school in this building in the 50's! We love they have turned it into a community center. read more

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WORK ON YOUR CUSTOMER SERVICE! maybe instead of turning big parties away immediately you try to find a problem solving solution.

A few things to know if you're driving through and feel like stopping in... 1) they only serve 60ppl a day so get there early! 2) being adventurous is a good trait to have because you never know what you'll get (I'll explain... it's a good thing). It's inside a big building and is decorated with eclectic art and decor which was cute. They have a piece of paper you jot your name & # of people in your party. I was traveling alone and this seemed to be a bad thing which I'll get to. I was told I the "last" person of the day they'd take and was thrilled! Yet as I stood waiting to be seated, a rude couple walked in & the woman said they were closed and they got upset. So they let them in. I was seated and handed a strange menu that doesn't really have items on it, just descriptive words, and I said I've never been here before. The waitress asked if I wanted coffee (I said yes) and said she'd be back to explain. I waited over 15min while she went over to the rude couple and explained to them first and took their order before I even got my coffee. Then I got coffee with cream and no sugar to go with it. So again I sat for 5 or so minutes before she came back over to explain the menu, not being able to drink my coffee. She said you pick a few words that stick out to you (ex: creamy, meaty, amazeballs, extra smiles, etc) and the chef does her thing with it. They did have specials and a few set things so if you were too afraid to try something off the cuff you could. I got the Faye's choice Benedict with a side of "cheesy grits", and asked for sugar... that she got right away. Another man, a local/regular, came strolling in and they sat him, even though they had turned several others away at this point. Interesting. Once my food came there was no explanation as to what exactly was in it so that's where your adventurous side needs to kick in. The "grits" were actually cheesy hash brown potatoes which were good but I was disappointed they weren't actually grits. The food was beautifully presented and gourmet delicious! Great work chef! I can't even explain what exactly I had so I'll just attach a photo, but it was "amazeballs"! The waitress never came back to me to see how it was. Refilled other's coffee's but never would even look in my direction when I tried to get her attention. I was never offered water or anything else, and by this time there were only a few people still dining because they were "closed", so it wasn't busy. She was cleaning up a nearby table and I asked for more coffee (again, it felt like I was completely overlooked as she chose to do that over checking in on a paying customer who was still there), she said "no problem". I finished my meal, sat and waited another 5 minutes and still no coffee or check in. So I got up walked over to the counter to pay. She again barely addressed me and then finally asked "how was everything?" I said food was great but could've used more coffee and she was like "oh sorry". I wanted to say "Seriously lady? Your service was terrible." But I didn't. I guess if you're a table of 1, are not rude or a local, you get crappy service. It's a shame too because the food is incredible! If I were closer, I'd give them another try to see if it was an off day or if that's the norm; hopefully the former. read more

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Faye's cafe is a welcoming, fun environment for all! That food is delicious and I love how creative they are with the menu and options, they are incredibly flexible. read more

Faye's Cafe - Inside the restaurant! - Cafes Near Me - Livingston, Montana

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Unique, never had an experience like it! Get there early, because they have a sign they only serve 40 "amazing humans" and then they close! Also be prepared to take some time as there can be a long wait for a table, and it's not speedy once you do sit down. The concept is somewhat out of left field. The "menu" has some adjectives and phrases as well as some actual food items. You order by description and the chef interprets it as she sees fit. For instance, my daughter ordered a "dreamy colorful waffle". I didn't get a picture of the result because she dug in too fast, but it was a red waffle with whipped cream, various fruits, and a few hidden gummy bears. My daughter's sheer joy at the silliness made the experience! Aside from the interesting menu approach, the food is really quite good. I ordered "meaty cheesy scrambled breakfast potatoes biscuit and gravy" and got what you see in the first picture. The biscuits could be described as "amaze balls" which is actually also on the menu. Don't know what amaze balls are, but the biscuits qualify! My son ordered "meaty cheesy extra spicy burrito with stuffed jalapeños" and got the second picture. He pronounced it super good. My wife got "meaty cheese extra spicy veggies omelet breakfast potatoes", see third picture. They did both comment that the "extra spicy" didn't really carry through but we have a very high spice tolerance as a family. Service is friendly and attentive, atmosphere is bright and funky. Highly recommend! read more

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WTH!! On a road trip thru Montana, my wife and I stopped to stay in Livingston for the night! Went to a great place called the Mint for dinner and the next morning we went to Fey's for breakfast, Holy Moly! I will never have biscuits and gravy anywhere else again! It's a very interesting place and different way to order! The best meal I've had in a really long time! I even asked Fay to marry me! (Wife hit me) Thanks Fay! It will be forever before I get over this meal!! read more

Faye's Cafe - Biscuits and gravy, cheese omelette, hash browns and gravy on the omelet!! - Cafes Near Me - Livingston, Montana

Menu is different I picked a couple words from menu vegetables and meat and let the cook do her thing 1st time I had breakfast here went solo was treated kindly by staff was pleasantly surprised I would never have picked the combination but ate it all it was delicious Cool place I will return read more

Faye's Cafe - Corn chips grits broccoli Cauliflower squash spinach pork tenderloin chorizo poached eggs orange strawberry and blueberries - Cafes Near Me - Livingston, Montana

So, looking back at other reviews, it seems to be all or none. I get that. I believe that your experience here is extremely dependent on how you're treated. Because the food is AWESOME. But if the menu isn't explained to you well, welllllll.... It's not your normal, everyday kind of place. So, I think they need to be extra careful about how they treat (and talk to) people. For instance, we heard them tell somebody who had signed in, and waited for quite a while, that they couldn't seat 6 people. With a PERIOD. No, "well, would you consider sitting in groups of 3?" Or "how can we make this work?" Just NO, we can't seat six. And I don't think our server explained the menu to us all that well. Other than that, like I said, the food was AWESOME! read more

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Our food was terrible this morning. Two of us we're vegetarian and our breakfast contained 18 different leftovers in it. We did not eat it at all we should have sent the meals back. It was expensive and inedible. the other two meals were ok at best gross cheesy potatoes. we had to walk to another restaurant to eat. Such a disappointment. The servers were kind and pleasant. read more

So a very beautiful and unique experience.. a gem to stop and eat at. Was just passing through and the meal was a perfect score for breakfast. I had biscuit w/ gravy(sooo good) ,cheesy grits and a cheese and bacon omelette, then partner had the eggs Benny hash browns and we both had some fruit . If anywhere around and it is open go and try whatever you'd like as the menu is what you want. read more

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Faye's is not a local but regional favorite. Amazing food oasis in Livingston MT. Everything is made from scratch for your order. The staff is pleasant and helpful. The coffee is great. The art on the walls you can buy if you want. It's the only breakfast place in Livingston worth talking about. read more

What can you say about Faye's that the locals in Livingston don't already know? Fresh food made to order fantastic. If you like eating healthy, they have options.. Interesting atmosphere also. read more

You can tell that each meal that Sarah makes is full of amazing ingredients and love! The menu is a bit challenging to understand but it is colorful and whimsical. The specials are fun and the service is excellent! I would highly recommend. read more

Faye's Cafe - Eggs Benny - Cafes Near Me - Livingston, Montana

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Awesome experience, great food and a very unique and innovative menu! Give it a try!

The menu was odd where you just create your own meal. I like to have choices and classic favorites which this was not the place. The food was okay but definitely not the classic breakfast. The service was friendly and quick. The ambiance was fine - no complaints there. ****We went about a year ago so maybe it has changed since then**** read more

This place is AMAZING! If you appreciate culinary creativity, you must come here and let Faye make it her way. I had a chorizo amazeball Nachos that had a sweet and spicy mix that was delightful. The ideas are endless for every unique flavor palate. If you have the pleasure of having Magic Rob join you, consider yourself lucky. He is a fantastic magician, entertainer and human. I can't say enough positive things about our experience this morning. read more