The ambience is very much like a diner, but super friendly. Service was amazing and the recommendations that our waitress gave us were all spot on! Kids 1 egg breakfast: we got the scrambled eggs for this and it came out as a huge portion. More like three scrambled eggs. Prepared well, not very salty. Probably could've used a little extra salt. But I appreciated being able to do it to taste. Also comes w choice of bacon or sausage, and then choice of either fruit or potato item, and also a choice of bread item. Amazing value 5/5 The hollandaise on the Benedict was to die for her. I felt like the hashbrowns had a little bit of like a bacon fat type of taste to them? Maybe other people like them they were very crispy, but I didn't like something about the agent the hashbrowns were cooked in. One of the best pancakes (ordered as a side) that I've ever eaten in my life. The biscuit was also decent but doesn't come out hot. It's very fluffy. Not like a homestyle/Super buttery type of biscuit. read more

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Vegan Options = 1 star Gluten Free Options = 3 stars Service = 5 stars I have to admit that it's a little skewed because they don't offer vegan options. As a breakfast place, most people expect vegetarian (egg & dairy). They do offer vegetarian sausage. No vegan options except à la cart sides. Hash browns (oil cooked) Toast (jellies on table) [no GF toast option] Fruit (strawberries, cantaloupe, honeydew). Strawberries were inedibly old. Oatmeal is good. Large bowl comes with a side of fruit, nuts, brown sugar to top. Coffee was okay. Generic drip. Many tables inside (even on a nice weather morning) were packed, but it's beautiful outside. Dogs are allowed on the patio too! read more

Warm and cozy family-feel restaurant in town. The place is tiny and the line is long! Put your name down and make sure someone from your party is present waiting because if they call your party and you're not there...your seat will be taken due to the long lines! . They are very accommodating though and so nice. The boss lady Tammy is super sweet and will try her best to ensure you are taken care of . The food is delish. Hash browns are perfect, crispy on the outside and butter soft inside. The pancakes are soooo good you don't even need syrup! We also got French toast...they give you a good amount not just 2 pieces of bread like some of the other places. For dessert we had apple pie à la mode. So good! My kids also tried the wagyu Benedict, the chicken fried steak, and the brisket. I am assuming it was all good because they cleaned their plates. Love the art pieces on the wall...from local artists to the hilarious sarcastic sayings.Had to dock a star because the wait time for food is long even though they do their best with all the craziness. And one of the waitresses had a little attitude when we accidentally bumped into her because the place was crowded and despite giving her an apology. read more

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The food here could use a little more flavor, but they are open on days when other businesses are closed, and the staff are very very nice! The service was great and the prices here (compared to other restaurants in the area) are also great. read more

Red Kettle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Idyllwild, California

Red Kettle was a staple for my Idyllwild trips growing up, and I was thrilled to bring my best friend during her first visit. It's just as cozy as I remember! Honestly I think this trip was blessed because I magically got a parking spot out front and despite expecting that we would have to wait, we were seated right away. It was poppin so it took almost 30 minutes for the food to come out but it was delicious and the coffee is good. It's right in the heart of town so there's plenty to explore afterwards. They don't take reservations and it's very popular, but definitely worth it. read more

Red Kettle - Mountain Muffin - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Idyllwild, California

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RED KETTLE @ IDYLLWILD Parking is limited to street parking only, but there are plenty of spots around the small town. It's free and super easy to find. My boyfriend and I came on a Saturday afternoon and found parking within minutes. My boyfriend has been coming to The Red Kettle for the past two years every time he visits this town, so I was really excited to finally try it. When we arrived, there was already a line out the door with people waiting. We put our names down and waited about 20 minutes, which went by pretty quickly. Once we were seated, we got our menus, and the girl who took our order was incredibly sweet. I loved her energy and the recommendations she gave. We ordered a hot chocolate to start, and it was amazing, definitely on the sweeter side and piled with whipped cream, so if you have a sweet tooth, you'll love it. My boyfriend also got a black coffee, which comes with unlimited refills. The staff walks around offering more, so you never run out. For food, my boyfriend got the Junkyard Omelette, and I ordered the French toast with bacon. We also shared a half-order of the biscuits and gravy. The food took about 30 minutes to come out, which is understandable since it was packed. Just keep in mind that weekends get super busy. The restaurant is open from 7 AM to 2 PM daily, so if you're visiting, try to come before noon so you don't risk getting turned away near closing time. Now the food, honestly incredible. I'm not even a big biscuits person, but their biscuits and gravy were to die for. They were savory, soft, and had the perfect melt-in-your-mouth texture. I highly recommend getting them. You can choose between a half-order or full order. For a group of 2-3 people, the half-order is perfect, but the full order is great if you're really hungry. My French toast was delicious, and although my bacon came out a little burnt at first, they remade it super quickly. The eggs were great too. My boyfriend's omelette came with crispy hashbrowns that were honestly so good. It all tasted fresh, hearty, and very home-cooked, like something you'd make with your family. I loved the classic diner vibe and the cozy ambiance. Overall, I would definitely come back to The Red Kettle if I'm ever in Idyllwild again. The experience was great, the service was amazing, and the food was absolutely worth the wait. read more

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My husband wanted to surprise me and take me somewhere new for my birthday. We don't live close by but I want to see some snow. The drive up there was beautiful even though I am afraid of heights. It's cute little diner type of place with a lot of posters. Friendly people, since I am allergic to eggs I have to go to places that servers breakfast and lunch which they do. They menu look great I was excited to get the usual for me is either patty melt or Reuben . The service was awesome, outstanding coffee. Unfortunately the rest of our food was NOT outstanding. They burned my bread so bad that all I could taste was burned bread and not the rest of my Reuben sandwich! Normally I would send it back but they were so nice that I didn't have the heart to do it. My husband ordered breakfast burrito and it was nothing to brag about. I would go back for the coffee and friendly people. read more

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Red kettle is a must go brunch spot when visiting Idyllwild. Pros: being the only brunch spot in Idyllwild the line can get very long. This could be a really good thing because the food is really good, but this could also be a bad thing because you might be waiting a long time. I arrived in the late morning and was able to get seated within 20 minutes for a table of two. The food here is really good. I ordered the junkyards omelette and it was very filling, had a side of hashbrowns and toast and the flavor was great. My girlfriend ordered the French toast combo which came with two eggs and her choice of sausage or bacon she chose bacon. I also ordered a coffee and she ordered a hot chocolate. Both were really good and coffees had a free refill. There are two bathrooms within the inside and they were very clean. Cons: first con would be the long wait times depending on what time you show and when you visit during the year. Because it gets very busy, service could be slow for me. The service was good, but the food came out a little longer than it should have. I didn't mind because I didn't have any anywhere else to go so that was fine with me, but just keep in mind, you could be waiting a while. Verdict: before this time I came to red kettle at least twice before every time that I visited Idlewild and I will continue visiting because it's very good food. I always have a good time there and it's really the only spot to get brunch and not a wild, I would recommend this to anybody visiting. read more

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While craving breakfast we decided on this place. Simple good diner style breakfast with a smile. The staff were very friendly & made the experience all the better. The outside patio is where it's at if the weather permits of course. read more

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This little breakfast spot was small but completely packed--and honestly, that just proved how good it is. Even with every table full, the customer service never missed a beat. Our hostess and our server were both incredibly attentive, kind, and on top of everything. The breakfast was absolutely delicious, and their amazing service made our day trip to Idyllwild even more special. Definitely a place worth the wait! read more

Red Kettle - Bacon Avocado Swiss Omelette & Pancake Combo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Idyllwild, California

The staff here couldn't be friendlier--seriously, they're hustling nonstop but still manage to make you feel welcome. The place was packed with locals, which pretty much guarantees it's the spot to be. It's got that cool, old-school diner vibe with tons of tables and counter space, plus outdoor seating if you want to soak up the sunshine. And the food? So good. We ordered the muffin sandwich with hash browns, yummy! Everything came out exactly how we ordered it--hot, tasty, and totally hit the spot. read more

Red Kettle - Mountain Muffin - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Idyllwild, California

This is as good of a breakfast as you'll get! Tourist towns can be tough but this place is great. The staff is beyond friendly. They're enough to get me to return. The Griddled Potato Scramble is delicious and HUGE. The omelet was great as well, but I can't speak to it because my partner devoured it before I could try it. That speaks for itself, I think. Get the biscuit. It's fluffy and perfect. Just do it. Also, go early. Like, as soon as they open. Otherwise, you're going to be waiting a while. read more

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Food was really good with many options. We had to get breakfast burritos to go since we couldn't stay. They were really big! Service was excellent as we were greeted as soon as we came in and order taken. It's easy to spot as driving on outside since it's red. It was recommended by our son who just moved here. We went back next day and had breakfast before leaving town. Service was excellent and were checked on throughout our meal ;) We will definitely return anytime we visit our son. Nice to know he is in a friendly community that we encountered ;) read more

The absolute best pancakes and breakfast burrito ever. They load in the bacon and the pancake needed ZERO syrup it was phenomenal I'm so sad I don't live next door. Will need this again not soon enough. read more

Red Kettle - 2 Cakes Combo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Idyllwild, California

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Absolutely delicious corned beef hash! The service was incredibly friendly! I really appreciated the dog-friendly patio area. read more

Red Kettle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Idyllwild, California

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Friendly, great service. Large portions. Lovely place to eat. Both indoor and outdoor seating. read more

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It's not bad. We got seated right away. The food is good but definitely could be better. Staff was nice. It's an old restaurant been around since 1920's. Probably won't return. read more

Great Denver omelette. They always do a good job here! A real American staple of a bygone era! read more

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A great place for breakfast. Crowded, but they were so efficient at seating customers and quick with serving our meal. And the food was like home cooking. Severs were so friendly and welcoming. We loved it and will definitely return! read more

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Tucked in the mountains among the trees is this cute and cozy little slice of Americana called Red Kettle restaurant. I was staying in Idyllwild and this restaurant is right in the center of the village there. I wanted to get pancakes eggs and bacon and this restaurant delivered. The buttermilk pancakes were very light fluffy full flavor. Served with a lot of butter on the side and syrup and it paired well with their freshly cooked bacon. Nothing beats sweet and savory in the morning like pancakes and bacon and coffee. The coffee was piping hot too. Our waitress was very attentive and very kind. Servers would come around and fill up our coffee. I really enjoyed my time eating here and enjoying the atmosphere of being out in the forest and the mountains. This place does give a veteran discount. My waitress had even mentioned her son was in the Navy and was a pilot so we talked a little bit about that and she thanked me for my service. so, if you're in the area stop by. you'll really enjoy a good comforting meal. read more

Red Kettle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Idyllwild, California

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Best biscuits & gravy! Best home fries! Great, authentic old school diner. Middle of town; been there forever. Foods great, service friendly, and you can have your dog with you on the patio They close at 2; don't be late! read more

Red Kettle - Hash 2 Bacon, Eggs, Hashbrowns & B&G OMG I'm going back tomorrow - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Idyllwild, California

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Great food and portions. Dog friendly patio. Really nice waitresses. Breakfast and lunch options all day. read more

Red Kettle - Mimosa - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Idyllwild, California

Overall food and service were solid. If you're looking for a good breakfast place that will fill you up definitely come here. It seemed to be a popular place and had lots of people waiting to get inside. The interior feels very homey. read more

Red Kettle - Eggs Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Idyllwild, California

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Cute diner vibe inside with lots of beautiful paintings and cheeky signs inside and a little outside deck area. Service was minimal but we got everything we needed just fine. They were very consumed in chatting with each other and the other locals. I got the breakfast quesadilla which was quite delicious and packed full! My boyfriend got the Red Kettle french toast which was a bit underwhelming. It tasted good but we were under the impression it was going to be this specialty french toast. Overall the food was good enough to come back and try some other things read more

Red Kettle - Breakfast Quesadilla - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Idyllwild, California

The Red Kettle cafe was really buzzing on the weekend recently. It was, unfortunately, really loud inside and I don't know what anybody can do about that. The staff was hustling and the food came out reasonably quickly, which was good. The food was OK but nothing special or exceptional for the price. I would probably not dine here regularly if I lived in the area. However, as a tourist, it was fine and convenient. Three and a half stars overall. read more

Red Kettle - Tuna salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Idyllwild, California

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We were in Idyllwild for a wedding, and made a decision to order from the Red Kettle since we were getting ready. I was excited to have breakfast and coffee of course! We showed up a little later than breakfast so they'd stop making waffles or pancakes, so we opted for 2 orders chicken wings and added 2 orders of onion rings for the house. For us since we wanted breakfast we ordered the breakfast combo with a biscuit. They were super busy, which wasn't surprising since it's a very small town! So if you're in the area show up early, or show up with patience. The lady taking our order wasn't the best, she asked if we were ready several times after we found out we couldn't get waffles. We had to scramble and find something else to order. When asked to add the onion rings she sternly said they had to be on the side and weren't offered as a combo, which I knew since their menu has them as add ons, not as combos. Their menu is very explained, so you expect and know what you're getting when you order. The biscuit was okay- it was a huge dinner roll style, but hints of salty and bread-like as a biscuit should. The best part of the breakfast was the biscuit. The eggs, bacon and hash browns we got were drained in their liquid butter, so it ruined the dish for me. I wouldn't go back to get the breakfast. The wings and onion rings held up nicely from the drive back up to our cabin, and they were pretty tasty. As far as napkins and utensils, they were included in our order so I was pleased they think about their takeout customers and their orders when picking up. They were busy in the morning when my other family visited; so overall, the Red Kettle will be busy if you visit! The hours are decent, but again, if you're looking for late breakfast, it might not be the place. I would call ahead if you're looking for a later breakfast option. read more

Red Kettle - Onion Rings / Sweet Potato Fries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Idyllwild, California

Very popular and the pie is delicious. Excellent place to chill and people watch - alfresco counter top. Service is excellent, warm and friendly. read more

Red Kettle - Rhubarb pie - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Idyllwild, California

I was getting my car serviced and wanted to have a nice diner style breakfast, so I walked over to Red Kettle. I walked in the door and stood waiting within view of the waitress behind the bar. After waiting patiently for 5 minutes while the waitress refused to acknowledge me, another patron who was already seated (there were only 6 other people in the restaraunt) told me I could sit anywhere (the waitress clearly heard this exchange). So I sat at a nearby table and continued to wait. After a few more minutes, a man walked in the door and the waitress immediately greeted him and walked over to where he sat and served him coffee and then proceeded to take his order. At this point, I just got up and left. I've eaten here once before a couple of years ago. The food is mediocre, which I can get over. Sometimes you just want average, borderline subpar diner food for breakfast. What I can not get over is the blatant disrespect, lack of professionalism, and downright rudeness that I experienced during my visit. I will not be returning, and I urge all Idyllwild visitors and residents to seek out alternative options for their breakfast food (Mamas Egg House is light-years ahead of Red Kettle in both food quality and customer service). read more

Spinach Omlette, I am used to seeing fresh julienned spinach steamed naturally with egg heat. Mine came with sautéd spinach that had further wilted w egg heat, very mushy greens ewe. The cottage potato concept was intriguing, however, ours came out cold and lacked flavor. Slightly disappointed. The saving grace was the service. read more

I've visited Idyllwild many times and I remember years ago (pre-covid) coming here. For my birthday I visited during a weekend trip. The food was good, great flavor and fairly priced. The biscuits and gravy was delicious. It was crowded but I'm not surprised. The service was great and it had a diner feel to it, very homey vibe. I'll come back next time I visit! read more

This was one of the few breakfast places open when we visited Idyllwild last month in July. It had a cute storefront and decor inside, and wasn't very crowded (we were seated right away around 9:30am which was nice). The server was also very cheerful and friendly, and service was fast. Our food was decent..we ordered the French Toast Combo and Corned Beef Hash & Eggs. My husband said his French toast pieces were thinner than he thought and soggy, and didn't have much taste. I liked the corned beef hash, it was very flavorful. I also enjoyed the hash browns that came with it as a side, it was very crispy. The portions were also fairly big and the prices were reasonable. It seemed like the restaurant started filling up later so I'm glad we got there early. read more

Red Kettle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Idyllwild, California

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Very cute little diner with classic mountain town vibes. They serve freshly squeezed orange juice, which was a nice touch and really tasty. I ordered the breakfast burrito--while it was delicious, the portion was surprisingly small and didn't come with any sides. It felt underwhelming, especially considering the price. Everyone else's plates looked much more generous--most people couldn't even finish their meals. The staff was fast-paced but still attentive and kind. Overall, it's a charming spot, but I'd probably order something else next time. read more

Amazing place to enjoy your meal. Waitress were very tentative and constantly refilling our waters. Love that read more

Red Kettle - Eggs Florentine - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Idyllwild, California

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Wow! This place is a must-visit place to grab some amazingly great tasting food (our visit was for breakfast). Everything we ordered was fresh, tasting great, and with healthy portion sizes. My family has already determined that any future visits to Idyllwild will definitely include stopping here. On another note - this place offers a casual, very mellow, and a "small hometown" feel to it, that we very much enjoyed. Our server and staff were awesome. Job well done to the Red Kettle team! read more

First of all, what a cute little restaurant this place is. My buddy and I came for a quick breakfast during our brief stay here in Idyllwild and I saw it was closest to where we were staying on the map. As soon as we stepped in, we were greeted and seated. Kelly, our server, was so kind, she took care of us immediately, and we laughed together when I asked Siri what cottage fries were. Hehe. I ordered the 2 buttermilk pancake combo with scrambled eggs, sausage links and a side of sourdough toast. Our food came out within 10 minutes and I couldn't help but inhale it. I added some pics below, anyway, what a neat little breakfast nook. Please, take a stop by on your next trip! If Kelly's there, compliment her cute little chicken earrings! Thanks Megan and Kelly!! read more

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Cute little cafe in mountain town. Typical American food. We sat outside where I watched the snow melt away into icicles on roofs drip dropping. My dog joined us outside and the staff was friendly. I ordered an egg salad sandwich and it was yummy. They get really busy there, so if you are on LA time and in a rush...remember its the mountains. I had to slow it down. There are only two bathrooms...somehow I ended up waiting like 10 min for one to open... The restaurant itself was like a cute little house. read more

Red Kettle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Idyllwild, California

We enjoyed the food! Service was great and our food was ready quickly. Will definitely be back :) read more

Red Kettle - Veggie Sausage & Eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Idyllwild, California

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I love this cozy little restaurant and come here for breakfast during my visits. The decor is humorous and the staff are all really kind and helpful. The food is really good for quite a fair price. Totally recommend for a meal so good that you will leave your plate clean! read more

Was in town and decided to ask about the best place to eat. Well, the organic shop owner is a retired master chef and she referred us to either Gastronome (longest standing restaurant in Idyllwild since 1973) or Red Kettle across the street. We saw how crowded Red Kettle was and so we crossed the street because that is always a good sign. There were some folks from Palm Desert there and they raved about how delicious the breakfast was. They also said that we could not go wrong with anything that we chose. After about a 10 minute wait, we were brought in and seated. The seating was OK, but we were crammed in the middle of the dining room into a very small table with three chairs. Nevertheless, a young server came to take our drink order. We ordered two Arnold Palmer's, and one iced tea no sweetener. Shortly after our drinks came to the table our server, Kathy, greeted us. She was very cheerful and looked very happy, which gave us a really good feeling. Two in our party ordered the soup and sandwich special which came with a Rueben Sandwich cut in half with onion rings and a cup of soup each. It normally comes with a slice of pie, but they never brought the pie out (no worries). I ordered a hot pastrami sandwich and asked for mustard so our server said she would bring mustard out on the side of the plate, which was strange but whatever. We only waited about 7 minutes and our food arrived at the table. Everything looked delicious. The mustard came a bit later in a bottle, which was cool. Our server, Kathy, was super duper customer service oriented and we liked her a lot. I believe that she knew that the cooks would not make my pastrami sandwich right if I asked for it to be made with mustard, so she saved me a headache by bringing me a bottle of mustard on the side...excellent move Kathy! Overall, we had a good meal. The hot pastrami was ok. I made the mistake of using the bathroom before we hit the road. It was small and there were no paper towels. I let another server know when I came out. The problem with that is that the male worker who came out of the restroom before me probably did not wash his hands...gross. I almost got sick but I convinced myself that he didn't cook my food...eewwww read more

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It was good and fast service I got a salad I forgot which one i think it was the Cobb