This place is an example of a hometown diner with serious care for their community. They have a chip on their shoulders to be the best. The dining room is spotless and well managed. The food is delicious, quick, served by happy waitresses who help each other, and wait for it.... all for a good price. The American dream in reality! They seem to favor a local college team nicknamed the "Zags." Gonzaga's sports decorations makes up a cool eclectic looking decor. Anyhow, the chip on the shoulders pays off! I want to fly back to Spokane just to have more of those righteous French Toasts with the Denver Omelette. That type of deliciousness is what 5-stars are for. Check them out and they won't let you down. You'll find your happy place! read more

Kalico Kitchen - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Spokane, Washington

Honestly with I could do half stars because I'd give it a 4 and half stars I ordered the bacon, avocado and cheese omelette with hash browns and toast. I was pleasantly surprised to have this thing packed with the goods typically restaurants skimp on that kind of stuff but not here! The plate itself was huge portions which is something I love about old style diners. I also am on the hunt for a good cinnamon roll which I decided to get. I must say good work because that's a legit cinnamon roll it's got great flavor and buttery. My husband got the chicken fried steak with biscuits and gravy. He said everything was as expected, good food but the gravy was standard nothing special. I also give them some credit considering how busy they are.. they can't specialize in everything. This place was pack but I now know why because it's a well known spot for Spokane. We will definitely go back! read more

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The wait on a Saturday morning was only about five minutes, which I think is awesome for a popular spot like this!! The food and coffee was good. Nothing spectacular. The waitress was sweet and attentive, but very busy. The decor is a little dated and dusty, but still charming. Three stars because the prices are a little excessive for what you get -- portion-wise, it's great, but it's just basic. Nothing gourmet/super unique, and breakfast for both my husband and I cost about $35. I think the coffee alone was like $2.99 for a cup. For basic diner fare, that seems steep. read more

Kalico Kitchen - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Spokane, Washington

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Good food and quick! They were so busy today and yet it seemed like everything was out very quickly. The service was wonderful and the waitress was kind and attentive. It's also well-priced and kid-friendly. read more

Ventured out for breakfast to Kalico's new location on Monroe Street. The building itself was a "Shari's" at one time. Kalico's new location is nearly twice as big as the former location. It was bustling with diners during our breakfast visit. The service was pleasant enough, though the wait staff struggled with the requirements of a full house, with the manager loudly offering instructions. I ordered the "Hungry Man" breakfast. The fare was comparable to any restaurant of it's ilk, barring the waffle, which was served cold (see photo). Big Minus - The butter, even after being spread over the waffle, never melted. It was halfway through the meal before I could flag down a server to get syrup. Big Plus - The syrup was in it's own jug, not a tiny metal cup. Based solely on the size of the breakfast crowd, it seemed like a popular spot. The meal and service were passable, but not worth a second visit. read more

Kalico Kitchen - Hungry Man Breakfast/Sausage 1 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Spokane, Washington

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Came here for the first time and it definitely was really good but I felt it was just like how I make it at home for way cheaper. So unfortunately for me, I'd rather make it at home. Service was great though read more

One of my favorite places in Spokane for breakfast. Took long time friends in with me before our Sunday meeting. Wow- Just happy knowing how much everyone involved cares about the customers. read more

Always great service! Fast, friendly, and the food is always delicious! They're also kid/family friendly. We got an omelette, blueberry waffles, blueberry pancakes, biscuits and gravy, and orange juice. Juice is fresh squeezed. Highly recommend! If you love a good hearty breakfast, you can't go wrong here! read more

I. Overall: Good Food, Good People and Good Service II. Disclaimer: I have not been compensated for writing or sharing this review by anyone in any way, shape or form III. The Food: We went there for breakfast and this seems like a favorite joint for a lot of people who seemed to be regulars and knew each other by name. The menu was American Breakfast fare with the usual offerings. We ordered... - Veggie Omelette with extra Jalapeños with a side of waffles and Hash browns - Chicken Fried Steak with Eggs, Cottage Cheese and Tomatoes with a side of Spinach and Green Peppers All items were tasty and good. The food tasted like diner food should IV. Service and Ambience: This establishment has a rustic feel to it and is based out of what seems like a house building. People love coming here and our Server was INCREDIBLY Kind and Nice, Super Prompt and Attentive. EXCELLENT SERVICE !! V. Pricing: Average, not too expensive. Everything was very reasonably priced. read more

NOPE!! The chicken fried steak was freezer burned, and the gravy was poor at best. The fish and chips were also freezer burned. It was a sad meal. The waitress was great and very kind. read more

Good food, homestyle cooking, fresh squeeze oj is great. Efficient and nice staff. Great place for breakfast.

It was very good for what I got a Mushroom and Swiss Scramble with Hashbrowns covered in Gravy. There were lots of mushrooms and cheese. I love they have 5 choices of spreads for the toast. The service 5 star, very friendly! For a good decent American breakfast this place is great!! read more

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Very friendly and good food. Wish they took bulldog bucks though for students at GU Atmosphere is cozy. read more

This is by FAR one of my favorite places to eat. The meals are delicious, inexpensive and filling. The staff is kind as well. I've been here for breakfast and lunch. You can't go wrong with this place. read more

This place has the best breakfast. Our waitress Ash was very personable and friendly! She was very busy and you could tell she's a hard worker! I like that!! read more

Very homey and friendly atmosphere. There is plenty of staff and they are always extremely friendly and helpful. Perfect for families, couples ... whatever. The food is amazing and perfect options & flexibility for every diet. As far as service, they all work as a team to make sure your always set with everything you need. The staff are all, always scanning the room for customers who may be in need. read more

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Food is alright. The most recent time my husband and I came in, we weren't given the best service.. (mind you, they weren't that busy, when we went in) the waitress forgot my husbands iced coffee several times. He had to ask for it about 3 times before it was even brought to him.. we were seated next to a larger family. Our waitress seemed to pay much more attention to them and just kept walking by our table. When we were clearly out of water/coffee. We sat and waited for to go boxes for about half an hour.. as our waitress continued to just keep walking by... not bothering to ask if we needed anything.. it seemed like after my husband had asked for his coffee, is when they didn't care to serve us anymore! As the waitress finally brought us our check, is when her attitude changed... Kind of frustrating.. read more

I was Kalico Kitchen's first customer and all these years later Charlie is still serving an amazing product at very reasonable prices! Go early and get some outstanding early bird deals!! Also, the staff is the best in town read more

No wait on a busy Saturday!! We went to Frank's Diner and we're told an hour wait so we decided to give Kalicos a try. Beat decision ever! All the staff were very friendly and attentive. I got the veggie scramble with home fries and my husband got the chicken fried steak eggs Benedict. Both were soooo good! Also their orange juice is freak squeezed a must try. We'll be coming back as regulars for sure! read more

What a treasure! Was visiting from out of town and so happy I visited. Great staff, very friendly and accommodating. Great food, great coffee, great atmosphere! Returned every morning for breakfast while I was in Spokane. Keep up the great work! read more

Fantastic traditional dinner. Super friendly staff and the food was hot and tasty. Try the Dayton Benedict if love flavors. Support this great local restaurant. read more

We almost didn't go in because it looked a little shady on the outside. However, we went in. It's clean without smelling like cheap cleaners. Customer service was excellent, and food was great except the toast. The toast was not toasted, and the fake butter was disgusting. Still rate it a 5-star old school breakfast. read more

Honestly American food prepared well and served hot. I am so glad we stumbled into this clean and cozy diner. Excellent service and food...corner of Indiana and Monroe. Nice to find this great little diner. read more

First time trying Kalico Kitchen today with friends! It was a great little hole in the wall! Staff was friendly and helpful, food was delicious, and the restaurant was very busy! We had a great time and filled our bellies to the brim! Such great portion sizes for low prices! They are a great mom and pop type place! Found out they're moving, which I'll definitely have to go check them out once they are at their new location! Only gave 4 stars just because the parking and space of the restaurant was really small and tight. Other than that, the food was worth it! read more

Kalico Kitchen - Dayton Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Spokane, Washington

Great simple food with fresh OJ. Generous portions. I will go back and only gave it 3 stars cause the avocado toast wasn't toasted ...

The food was plentiful and affordable. I recommend Kalico if you are super hungry and no nonsense about your breakfast needs! I would rather take a little hit on price and portion to get a win on flavor, so the biscuits and gravy here didn't do it for me. However, there were some very good hashbrowns to be had, and the coffee was FLOWING. We went with a larger group and I think the restaurant handles smaller groups more comfortably, although the wait staff was very nice about getting us all at a table together. The enthusiasm and abundance of Gonzaga swag decor was fun for me as a GU fan, but if you don't root for the Zags you might not appreciate the ambiance. Overall Kalico is a total Spokane classic, but I wouldn't go out of my way to visit here unless you are a hungry Gonzaga fan. If you are a hungry Gonzaga fan, you MUST check it out immediately. read more

Not only does this place have the charm it has great service! And the food is amazing and they make it just the way you like it!! I'll be back many times read more

What a nice little surprise! A very cozy open little restaurant with multiple Booth tables and great for groups. The breakfast was amazing and I'm so glad that we split the Dayton breakfast because it was too much for one person. The staff was super friendly very accommodating and the breakfast came out hot & fast! The only downfall of this place is the water. You can really taste the city in the water in the coffee wasn't very strong. I guess I could have went to Dutch Bros if I wanted coffee haha. Anyway, please come check out this quaint little place where the atmosphere is full of folks ranging from 18 to 85! I will definitely be back. Oh and by the way, if you go on Sundays they play Christian music! How refreshing and wonderful. read more

Kalico Kitchen - This is a Dayton breakfast split in half. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Spokane, Washington

Bri is a fabulous waitress The coffee is better than the Starbucks and fast service. What is not to love. A real gem off a place which I will be back to visit when in Spokane read more

Just typical diner food. It wasn't especially good or bad but if you have a big party, there's something for everyone. The servers were nice and everyone's food looked good, but they brought me the wrong order. I was given what I think was a scramble when the order I placed was for an omelet. However, the "scramble" was more of a mound of potatoes with cheese on top with maybe one egg. Pretty disappointing since everyone else's food was better prepared. They were busy so I didn't ask for any accommodation. It's not something that would prevent me from coming back, but it is something for staff and patrons to be aware of. read more

Bre is amazing! Great food and the best service from Bre ever! One of the best breakfast joints in Spokane. If on the central Northside area, I recommend it! Other great places are Old European if way up North and Hogan's Diner on the south hill. ​ read more

We are visiting the area and this is when thin walking distance. Breanna was our waitress and was amazing. Food is good and price was excellent. read more

I was in Spokane for a Federal test and was determined to not eat at a chain location while in town. On my way North through town, I saw the Kalico Kitchen, which looked like just the ticket, so I pulled in. First I noticed the lot is pretty small...this proved arduous later, when I had to make a nine point U-turn to get back to the street. Just a minor note. Inside the joint, it's set up like a diner. Booths around the perimeter and tables in the middle. A very nice young lady greeted me almost immediately and pointed me to a table, which was really half-booth, half table, but as it was in the aisle, it would really only fit one person, or two very good friends that enjoyed each other's body warmth. The menu is your basic American diner food. They do lunch and breakfast, but I was there for breakfast, which looked more right in line with what they would probably do best. They have an "early bird special" menu, even for the morning, and so I ordered off that. Two eggs, sausage or bacon (I chose one sausage patty, versus the bacon or two sausage links), hash-browns, and toast. I notice now that some reviewers noted slow service, but this was a Tuesday morning, the place was very, very full, and I was served almost immediately. My food came out quickly as well and was very hot and exactly what I ordered, with my sausage on a separate plate, which I appreciated, as it kept grease out of my potatoes. Which, by the way, were AMAZING. Hash browns can go either way, but these were done perfectly. They had a distinct taste, were fried nicely on both sides, very, very crisp, and held together nicely. I can take or leave hash browns usually, but I ate all of these. The eggs were standard scrambled, but very good, and the toast was, well, toasted. I drink soda at breakfast (raised in the South and all), and as soon as my first one was drained, the waiter immediately went off to get me another one. However! The hostess who seated me noticed that it was empty from across the room, and brought me out one first. Then my waiter returned with a refill that he had prepared, saw I had one, looked around, then shrugged and gave me that one too. Refills were free, but I thought that, aside from being slightly humorous, it appeared that the staff helped each other to keep the customers happy. This did look to be somewhat of a local hang-out for the older set in the morning. I noticed that several tables had people getting up and wandering from booth to booth to converse, the wait staff seemed to know a lot of people's names who were customers, and there was a pretty relaxed atmosphere. Maybe that's what contributes to long wait times to get in and eat, but personally, I'd rather go to a restaurant that cares about their patrons, than one that just tries to shove people out the door with as big a bill as possible The price was reasonable, the food was very good, and the location was convenient. I would definitely be happy to come back here the next time I'm in Spokane. Oh, and on a parting note, as I walked out, I saw a big Yelp! sticker on the front door. It made me laugh, but I felt oddly at home too. read more

Driving by, we decided to stop in on a late Sunday morning. We could see people waiting for tables outside, and we decided to wait 25 minutes for a table. We were seated exactly then. We ordered our food and a few minutes later our plates arrived. I have never had chicken fried steak that was this delicious! The hash browns are perfectly crispy and yummy. Our eggs were done just as we had ordered, the atmosphere is a lively and friendly mix of people. I could not imagine a better place to have Sunday brunch. It seems the restaurant is managed very well, and waitstaff are friendly. I give Kalico Kitchen an A+ and will be back next time I travel to Spokane. read more

Breakfast was absolutely amazing totally blew my mind. I'm from Montana and I was looking for a large hearty farm style breakfast and that is definitely what I got. read more

I loved my espresso coffee. The food is great and the friendliness of the servers was wonderful. Overall a very pleasant experience!!!

You guys are great. Thank you. Pro-tip: go early or be prepared to wait. The wait is killer watching all that delicious food walk by! read more

I've eaten here multiple times. I really love this cafe! Excellent customer service! Great Eggs Benedict for breakfast. Great Reuben sandwiches for lunch. Nice atmosphere to sit and chat with friends. You know you're in a good restaurant when you see a diverse crowd of customers enjoying a meal. read more

First time here and we absolutely loved it!! Service was great and the food was really good and fresh. Hands down the best pecan waffle we've ever had. It gets pretty busy. We had a 25 min wait, but it was totally worth it. We'll definitely be back. read more

Best atmosphere. I've been coming here for year. Good food and good people. My go to place for breakfast.