My family and I always come here and they never fail to make us feel welcome, happy, and satisfied…read more The food is your classic American style diner but with beyond meat and plant-based options for vegan and vegetarian friends. Our server, Arcy (please forgive me if I spelled your name wrong!) is always lovely and just a delight to be around. She is very knowledgeable and is very helpful with any questions we have. As far as the restaurant itself, it's very in touch with the mountain, cabin vibe. It's very comforting and a nice change from your average diner. It's safe to say that my family and I will come back as we've done the years before on our trips to Idyllwild.

My girlfriend was craving a fat, juicy, pink in the middle burger and the winner of the selection…read moretonight was The Lumber Mill. It was their unique burgers that caught our eye so we decided to come in and see what's good. The first thing I noticed is that their prices seem a bit pricey for a burger and fries but all the prices here in Idyllwild are elevated so these prices are in alignment with other restaurants. And for me as the prices get higher so does my scrutiny of the food and overall experience. My reason for 3 stars instead of 4 is price vs amount of food you get - and the fact that they charge $5 for a Dr. Pepper. That's a bit obscene in my books, so 3 stars. Now the details... I was gonna get a pastrami burger ($20.99) until I noticed the Bacon Lovers ($19.99) and I'm a huge bacon lover and this is the first time I've ever seen a bacon lovers burger so I had to go with it. It is a juicy beef patty stuffed with bacon bits & topped with American cheese, more bacon and 1000 island dressing served on a brioche bun. They cooked it to a perfect med rare and it was really good. It comes with your choice of side (fries, coleslaw, potato salad, baked beans or garlic mashed potato's. You can upgrade to fried pickes, zucchini, sweet potato fries, onion rings or corn nuggets for $2.50 and our waitress was raving about the beer battered onion rings so I chose those. The burger was great and so were the onion rings, however as you can see from the picture, there were not many onion rings AT ALL. I don't mind a $2.50 upgrade charge but give me some onion rings PLEASE!! Not happy about the quantity fr that upcharge! My girlfriend got the Wild Western burger ($20.99) which is a juicy beef patty topped with bacon, cheddar cheese, BBQ sauce & onion rings. She didn't really like it much. She also upgraded to fried zucchini and she didn't much care for those either. It seems like there are good things here and some not great things here. If there is something ypu want to try here, I would go through the reviews and see what people are saying about it. Again, I feel like I got taken advantage of with that up charge on the 6 onion rings they gave me, but they did deliver on how good they are. I would recommend doing your research before ordering here.

Hal is the best bartender, hands down. Personable, friendly and she makes a mean drink. Ask for Hal…read morewhen you make it to the Brewpub. Can't miss.

Best restaurant I've been to in Idyllwild. Great mountain-town atmosphere, relaxed vibe, and super…read moreeasy with both a baby and a dog. Burger: 9.3/10 3rd Stone From the Sun Saison: 9.2/10 Exactly the kind of place you want to eat at when you're in Idyllwild. Highly recommend.

Classic smash burger with a small town diner/ice cream store vibe. Get a scoop, a shake, or a side…read moreof fries. Nothing fancy, just good old American classics. The meals are affordable and pretty quick from order to pick up. It definitely hit the spot after a day of exploring Idyllwild!

We arrived at peak lunch hour and the line was out the door. The staff was clearly doing their best…read moreto work through the crowd, as there were multiple groups of 5+ parties. They handled everything as expeditiously as one could hope in this situation, and kept a positive attitude. There was an issue with our order, and when I brought it to their attention, they immediately took ownership and responsibility, apologized, and took steps to correct the situation. Once remedied, they proceeded to go above and beyond to treat our family of 4 and really show us that the issue was a fluke and to earn back our good graces. It was incredibly refreshing to see how they handled this issue, and their response was all voluntary, I only showed them the issue and they went all out to make it right. The food was amazing, the ice cream is some of the best I've had, highly recommend chocolate and cookies and cream, daughter loved the root beer float. The chopped cheese was fantastic and I crushed my patty melt. We look forward to returning upon our next visit and appreciate the potentially sour experience turned sweet.

These hotdogs are delicious! A great tasting sausage, each item on the menu clearly crafted to near…read moreperfection. I tried the "Tijuana Dick" and it was great. As a self proclaimed "hot dog lover", this is one of the best hot dogs I have ever had! The pickled jalapeños really elevates the dog. Dicks Dogs is a food truck with a few benches available around for seating. Given that Idyllwild is a small town, everything is already at a premium - these hot dogs included. Tijuana Dog is almost $15. If you're a hot dog lover, definitely check them out, you wont be disappointed!

Food truck option for hot dogs. We ended up here cuz we tried the bakery but their grill was…read moreunavailable so we got a brownie to split and a donut only there. Their dogs were delicious, the bun was soft. I had a simple one with only relish, hubs and Doc chose two different ones. Several people ordered from here. There was a tented area with table and chairs. It was sufficient for lunch.

Had prime rib tacos they were very good…read more I ordered the molten lava chocolate cake and did not get it Then the manager brought me the right one Makes me happy

I ordered the Peak Burger asked for no red onions. It was served with red onions. My wife order…read morethe tri tip medium rare. It was served medium. An order of Orange Chicken was ordered. Tasted like . If you dine here, I wish you luck for what you are going to get at an above reasonable price. Only reason I'm giving a 2 star rating is because the service was good and the ambiance as well.

What a charming theater and eatery in Idyllwild. I'm happy in some ways we almost stumbled upon…read morethis place by accident. I was craving a quick bite and saw that this spot had a lot of signage for appetizers, small bites and movie theater snacks. While I normally wouldn't be as inclined to grab food from a theater when there are so many restaurants around, I saw that this spot wasn't yet busy and knew I needed to grab something on the go so I gave them a chance. The theatre inside is actually adorable and old timey. Small but first the old town vibe. They had a lot of decor, some arcade looking games and general move theater decor. A gentleman was working behind the counter and was super friendly and nice. Told him I was just wanting to grab a hotdog to go and he whipped it up right away. This gave me time to make a pit bathroom stop and they were clean and easy to access from inside. Didn't have to buy a movie ticket to use, just purchase food or such. It was all an easy and nice experience for wanting something on the go and no fuss. Friendly service, cheap bites and a cute atmosphere. Mind you the simple hotdog was actually delicious and a 5/5. Wow! I'd love to come back to watch a movie and grab some small bites. Nice place, friendly staff and a cute vibe.

Don't waste your time or money here. I recently had a bad experience with the service and products…read moreat this establishment. I brought it up and was directed to the owners. The owners were intoxicated and became very aggressive told me to get over it. The husband called me a miserable c-word and chased me to my car. I am in my 70's. Beware

Coming from the UK, I took a road trip with my daughter, who lives in the US, and she introduced me…read moreto Idyllwild. We had a wonderful evening at Farro. The cocktails were excellent, the food was great, and the live jazz in the garden made the experience even more special. A truly delightful evening and a memorable stop on our road trip!

My server Brian is great the food is outstanding got to sit and chat with Marshal Hawkins and his…read morelovely wife Desiree. Plus listen to an excellent trio playing European Gypsy style songs Couldn't finish the pork chop which was the best I've ever eaten. This is Italian elevated for sure !!! Come up and get some soon ( Frank did not pay me for this review! )

We chose Cafe Aroma for a birthday dinner and were so happy we did!…read more The bread with garlic in olive oil was a perfect light starter. My husband also enjoyed an old fashioned that was excellent. For dinner he husband ordered the ragu, and I had the penne in creamy basil (without shrimp). Both dishes came out quickly, were well prepared, and completely satisfying. Service was extremely friendly and attentive without being overbearing. We reserved the patio so we could bring our pup, and the staff immediately offered her water, pets, and even a treat. I always appreciate a restaurant that makes dogs feel welcome rather than like an inconvenience. The patio also had a lovely ambiance, with white tablecloths and the same polished table settings as indoors. My only minor note was the live music. The singer was fairly loud and close to the tables, which made conversation difficult. Instrumental music might fit the early dinner atmosphere a little better. If you prefer a quieter meal, dining indoors may be the better choice. Overall, a great birthday dinner and a wonderful experience!

I read a bunch of the 1-star reviews. I read some of the…read more4-star reviews. I have to go with 5-star tho. OVERVIEW of 5 : Seated without reservation (*make one! We got lucky*) Server was amazing Food expediter was super nice Food was delicious Elegant, fine dining experience Music was my mountain playlist (and not too loud) View of mountains for me. View of architecture for my wife. PARKING: Parking can be difficult in the small lot, but there's parking along the street too. INSIDE: It was perfect weather. 68ºF at 6pm after a warm day. They have "indoor/patio" style seating which may be difficult for some to access by multiple steps. We were seated at the top, a table away from the music, along the window side. They have heat lamps - but temps were perfect (lots of people and hot food warmed everyone up). I wanted to walk around the restaurant. The tiered architecture is interesting. FOOD: High End Vegan! Yes - I'm guilty of wanting to give them 5 stars just looking at their vegan menu. (And omnivore selection) Yes - I appreciate the care that it takes to prepare a plate. BUT This food was just delicious by itself. Even in a cardboard box, this food would've been amazing. VEGAN "cheese" appetizer (great for 2-3 people) Nut cheese was warm and tangy. This is NOT just cashews and nooch in a blender. It is spiced with something that brings a little heat. *you will want to lick the bowl. PRO TIP: The welcome bread with ... oh shit.... WELCOME BREAD / Garlic Olive Oil This crusty bread served with microplaned garlic + olive oil is fantastic. Garlic Fiend? You're gonna love this. Not a fan of garlic? What's wrong with you?! I mean... just serve from the oil side. Save some bread for your vegan cheese.... VEGAN CHEESE (cont.) Order the gluten free bread (a little more like Uti's toasted dinner roll) with your vegan cheese app. Omnivores at your table will be surprised how well this vegan cheese and wine pair with each other. TROUT I think my wife got the trout. She loved it. Light and delicate. VEGAN KIMCHI TOFU I've had kimchi. I've had tofu. We all have. This was prepared on a bed of roasty veg that was a great match to the salty kimchi. I don't know if there was a marinade preparation (sesame paste?) with the tofu, or it was made locally, or both, but this firm tofu was excellent. Sweet. Nutty. Salty. Fresh tasting and filling. The vegan menu here isn't just an "alternate version" of an omnivore dish. It is its own thing. DESSERT MISTAKE = not getting it. We thought there would be dessert in town, but we got out late. Town had closed. MUSIC Tonight's music was a pair of musicians playing CS&N, Neil Young, Bob Seger... acoustic session: Guitar, Violin, Mandolin. Quiet & sentimental performance was a perfect accompaniment to a long hike day. THERE ARE 1-STAR REVIEWS of this place. They have their reasons. I've only been here once. But I experienced NONE of the things they've mentioned. Moreover, we experienced even better than what other 5-star reviews suggested. This is an elegant spot, framed by a perfect day in Idyllwild. If I come back to the town, I will want to try other restaurants, but I'll definitely come back here. Not *just* because of their vegan options, but definitely *for* their vegan options.

Jen was awesome. we always have a great experience when we eat here. The food is amazing and the…read moreatmosphere is great.

Great restaurant and services. Allyssa was great, our food was right on time. The pork belly dish…read moreand the chocolate moose were delicious !! Will definitely come back next time in Idyllwild!

We had breakfast on a Saturday morning. Food was freshly made and delicious. Service is friendly…read more Food came out fast. Check them out next time you're up in Idyllwild.

Love this place. Third time here and it's SO RELAXING. I like that today wasn't super busy on the…read morepatio. I got biscuits & gravy as an app. Then I got the barbecue beef sandwich on the Hawaiian bun and french fries with a little bit of chili on top. Ridiculously good! The french fries are really good and the chili was OK. Nothing beats the deliciousness of the barbecue sauce! The barbecue beef sandwich was incredible! I usually don't even eat the bun but the bun was so good and there was enough meat that I was needing to separate the top and the bottom of the bun. So WE ARE STUFFED. Jerryanne is ALWAYS A PLEASURE TO HAVE WAIT ON US. She makes the experience feel down home. Thank you!!