Yall do NOT skip the FRIPS! They are soooo good! Probably the best sit down spot in malad. It's nothing fancy, but good home cooking. Also the rolls/jam are delicious! Check this spot out if you're passing through town. read more

The Pines - Tuscan Chicken Sandwich and Frips - American Near Me - Malad City, Idaho

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Let me start out by saying the chicken fried steak here was hands down the best I've ever eaten. It wasn't the frozen stuff restaurants usually serve. This was fresh and throughly tenderized. It was so tender no knife was needed. The breading was panko. It was truly divine. Mark got the Idaho trout and eggs and wasn't disappointed. But he liked my breakfast better. I believe our server was their son and he was a sweetheart. Super clean and what I really liked not overly decorated. Truly felt like your in own dining room. They genuinely took the time to converse with us which was really nice. If you're ever in the area stop by and try the chicken fried steak. You won't be disappointed. read more

The Pines - Chicken fried steak and eggs with gravy on the side. Just the way I like. Mark's Idaho trout and eggs. And toast. Can't forget the toast - American Near Me - Malad City, Idaho

We came for a drive from Utah and will make the one hour drive often due to the excellent food. service by Kathy was fantastic, the restaurant was cute and quirky and bathroom was clean! We loved our food especially the unique chips with crafted sauces! read more

The Pines - French dip and yummy chips - American Near Me - Malad City, Idaho

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Excellent food and welcoming staff! Clean and pleasant surroundings- a great place to stop on your travels!

When I came here I was told they were out of some things and there were no desserts available. No big deal. I got fish and chips, I'm pretty sure the fish is frozen, but it was still pretty tasty. I had a side of funeral potatoes. Delicious. It comes with two sides, but I wasn't very hungry so I had told my server I only wanted one side . I got fresh squeezed lemonade and really hit the spot after a long day of driving. I also got one roll and I was given a squeeze bottle of blackberry jam. Normally for dinner, I probably would've passed on the blackberry jam even though blackberries are one of my favorite fruits and I love blackberry jam and I'm so glad I did not pass. I'm trying this. Oh my God, blackberry jam is the best I've ever had and I should've asked if I could buy some! I don't know if they sell it or not but it's delicious. And since they didn't have dessert, I asked for another roll. I think I got charged for the extra roll. I really didn't look at my check too hard. My check was less than $18 altogether which I think is a very fair price. I was happy to pay that. My server was extremely sweet, and she almost seemed embarrassed. I have to say they were out of things which I get. But she was very attentive. My visit was on 8/31/24. It was a Saturday night and I walked in and there were a few tables that were sat and they got up and then another wave of customers came in. They close at eight, but they were still busy at that time. read more

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We stopped here for lunch on our way home from Yellowstone and the food was amazing! We had a party of 8 and We got the burgers, garlic chicken sandwich and the hot honey haystack chicken. Everyone absolutely loved their food. Also the soup of the day was creamy potato soup. It was so good that we took some to go. We had Excellent service and excellent food! read more

This is some of, if not *the best* breakfast I've had in a long time. The portions were plentiful, and everything I ordered was perfect. This is the perfect little local restaurant and as soon as you step foot inside you know it's going to be excellent. read more

The Pines - Menu - American Near Me - Malad City, Idaho

Ok, The Pines is a little dive located at 148 E. 50 S. Street, Malad City , Idaho. It is in a building that is shared with another business and has a very small parking lot with probably twelve parking spaces. It is a smaller restaurant with seating for about 40 people. The restaurants decor was in need of some upgrades and had some wear, but overall it was clean and presented pretty well. There were "NO" worries about if it was sanitary or not, cleanliness, dirty tables , clean or unsanitary service items and dirty restrooms. All was at or above standards and well kept. Yes the restrooms were clean and well stocked. Service was "Wait To Be Seated" and that service was very quick. We were seated quickly and it was at a clean and presentable two top table. We found out that it is a family run business and there was a Father, Mother and Son working there, and not sure how many others, but we met them all that were working at the time.. The son was our server and was a little nervous about his job, not so sure how long he had been doing it, but he was uncomfortable and unsure of himself or at least he presented himself that way. He introduced himself to us and really tried to show the restaurant off as a great place, he may have really over did it, but it was fine and a little humorous at that. Sort of reminded me of my first day as a server. He took our drink order, got us our drinks and then left us. We were ready to order, but that was ok. It gave me time to check the place out a little better and check out the restrooms. He came back and asked if we were ready to order, and we ordered our meals. We asked a few questions about the meal and what we ordered and he was not sure on a few of our questions and had to go ask someone else for the answer. It was ok, because I would rather get the question answered correctly than wrong. I ordered a bowl of soup to go with my meal and asked if my soup and my partners salad could come out before the main course or entrée. He said yes. The soup and salad came out about 1 minute before the main course or entrée did. Again, we worked through it. I ordered their Mushroom Soup and a Chicken Teriyaki plate. The soup was very well prepared but seemed to be in a cup and not a bowl. If that soup I got was a bowl, their cup may be a large ramekin. The Teriyaki Chicken was well plated and looked great for a smaller dive restaurant, so I was impressed. The vegetables were even steamed to perfection, the chicken cooked well and juicy and the rice was also perfectly cooked. My partner had a hamburger that was cooked and prepared with care and looked great. I was surprised that they built the burger with all the ingredients and toppings and served it closed, as well as being in Idaho, Famous for Potatoes, and the fries were quite as impressive as you would we would have expected, but they were cook to perfection and not greasy. I did have one issue with the service, my pet peeve, I had to keep asking for refills and when I got them , no more ice was added and so the drink was warm. Over all the experience at The Pines was a good experience and I would give the Service a 7 out of 10, the Food I would give a 8 out of 10 and the Server would get a solid 7 out of 10, but I think he will get better, and as for the Cook and Other Help I would give them a 8 out of 10. Overall The Pines here in Malad, Idaho would get a positive response from me and a recommendation for all to try. The Owners, Family and Staff were very Helpful, Professional Service Oriented and seem that they will excel and make this place a successful business. 4 1/2 Star Review. Not perfect but a great try! read more

This is a real gem right off of I-15. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with friendly, prompt service that made us feel right at home. The food was absolutely delicious--it tasted like a home-cooked meal with flavor you won't find at a chain restaurant. We had the Alex and the Chicken Parmesan sandwiches along with the house made fries and chicken noodle soup (with homemade noodles). It was all fantastic. We'll definitely be back! read more

Okay - for a small, out-of-the-way town, this place is BOMB! I'm a bit of a food snob, and fully expected processed, out of a can, from the Sysco truck greasy diner food. It was anything BUT! The burger was fresh (no disgusting frozen patties here!), and the bacon too - no processed strips. Even the lettuce was fresh, NOT out of a bag. The service was delightful too! Will definitely eat here again!! read more

Service with Alex was attentive. My kids said he was "the best ever". We had breakfast. The omelette was tasty ( I had the Denver). The pancakes are huge and delicious. The waffle was devoured by my picky eater. The homemade raspberry jam was great. read more

The food was very good. The server was great and our meals were served quickly, which is important when you are travelling and just want a good, quick lunch that isn't fast food. We will be back. read more

The Pines is a must stop! I was recommended the Swiss burger and it did not disappoint! Staff is amazing, super friendly and welcoming!! Stopped by for lunch as I was passing through, highly recommended! read more

This is a great little family owned restaurant. I had the dragon burger with a side of deep fried Brussel sprouts. My husband had the Rise and Shine with the ribbon fries (can't remember the name) Both were great! The burgers are made with fresh hamburger and the buns are brioche. Really good! Our waiter was part of the family and was outgoing and friendly. Right off I-15 in Malad so perfect for a rest stop on your travels. We'll definitely stop here again when traveling thru the area. read more

This a great find right off I15. The Rueben and the Philly cheesesteak were excellent. Ambiance and service were excellent. I will definitely go back next time I'm in malad city. read more

Homemade chips and dip. Fresh cut home fries. Fresh pressed burger patty. Everything was so good. And miss Kathy was so friendly and personable. A true gem read more

Looking for a great breakfast in a small town. This is the spot. Great food, great service. Did not expect that from in a small town like Malad. Will definitely eat there again. We might even drive up just to enjoy breakfast. Or early lunch. read more

The meatloaf loaded with flavor, onions, coated in a thick layer of ketchup, hidden by gravy. One of the best meatloaves we have had out. The mashed potatoes, gravy, and carrots were all delicious. The chicken strips were fresh and breaded. Not from a box. The burgers are just as yummy. Everyone loved their meals. The perfect homemade lemonade to wash it down! Best place to eat in Malad. Being a mom and pop place in a small town, they may not be open during normal business hours due to personal reasons. No alcohol served here. Just delicious food and great service. read more

Excellent food! I had the homemade meatloaf (it had a touch of sweetness in it really good), homemade gravy and mashed potatoes. My husband had a Tuscan chicken sandwich with artichoke aïoli and spinach on a ciabatta bun. Chicken was very tender. Side salads for both. All was very tasty! The place was packed! We couldn't believe how busy they were (but the service was friendly and fast). I don't think Malad is a very big town, but everybody seems to like the Pines, and I can certainly see why! And it's not expensive ($30 for 2 people, generous serving sizes). read more

Good food, good service! Wish they had more parking, but other than that it's a great place to eat!

A classic American diner just off the Main Street in Malad. We stopped here for a bite on our way home from Yellowstone and look forward to our next trip so we can enjoy The Pines again! Service was delightful and the restaurant was clean. They have an assortment of Pepsi products as well as various teas and coffee. They have an awesome kids menu that delighted my seven-year-old. The adult menu is equally amazing! My husband got their Facebook special and I got the Cali Burger. They cooked my burger to perfection and did not skimp on the avocado! The frips are delicious and I would highly recommend giving them a try. read more

The Pines - Kids menu - American Near Me - Malad City, Idaho

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Their signature fries were great. The Philly and the Hawaiian burner were both great. Service by Loretta exceptional. read more

Each time I go to visit my grandparents in Rexburg, I stop at a new restaurant in Malad. This time I accidentally arrived at a Mexican restaurant and then realized I had already ate there, so decided to run and grab some BBQ for a quick bite. The BBQ place was closed, so I ended up here. I've officially run out of quick food in Malad. I'll need to plan extra time for the drive now that I've only got sit down places left. The Pines is great. A classic small town restaurant with a large menu and variety of food. I went with the Dragon Burger and funeral potatoes. My wife went with chicken fried steak and "frips". Frips are those spirally cut potatoes you have at something like a state fair. Funeral potatoes are a classic Utah/Idaho church dish. If you haven't had them, they are worth a try. We were lucky and got the last portion of them for the night. The Dragon Burger was good. Cream cheese, bacon, jalapenos, and jalapeno ranch. The funeral potatoes were the highlight of the meal, and the frips were pretty good too. They have Pepsi products. The service was good and they had changing tables and a high chair which is always nice when you're travelling with a baby. I would say that I will come back here again, but the journey must go on and I need to finish eating at every restaurant in Malad. read more

First time I've been there and it was so good!!! The food was great and our server, Alex, was amazing!! Check out the frips, they are delicious!! Will definitely go again! read more

Great food. Highly recommend the sweet potato fries with jalapeño ranch and the Cali burger! Delicious!

I've eaten burgers from Bobby Flay and Gordon Ramsey and this place puts them to shame! This little restaurant was fantastic. The food was delicious, the prices are low, and the service was top notch. Someone call diners, drive ins, and dives because this place deserves some recognition! read more

The Pines - Smoke house burger with bbq pulled pork and cheddar with a side of cooked to perfection fries. - American Near Me - Malad City, Idaho

The Pines offers delicious traditional American food, including specialties like homemade potato chips ('frips'). It's their customer service I really appreciate, including their meticulous attention to enhanced (COVID) cleaning guidelines. I visited with family members, including a relative who has several dietary sensitivities. Normally, this person will order a safe menu item, but sometimes they'll order something problematic without disclosing potential issues to the server. Our visit was one of those times. Of course this happened during a busy dinner shift! Our server was calm and collected about redoing my relative's order. Her very kind response helped an awkward (and avoidable) moment feel a bit less uncomfortable. read more

We were searching for a watering hole on the long road back from Yellowstone to California. A place to rest, for our 1 year old to stretch his legs and walk around and to fill our bellies with some Southern Idaho home style comfort food. The Pines did not disappoint these weary and worn travelers. At the time of this review, dine in was allowed with social distancing and sanitation practices between customers. The driveway to the restaurant is easy to miss but it is on the side street and parking is ample. Immediately upon entry we were greeted warmly by different members of the owner's family and we felt a warm feeling like we had entered their kitchen for dinnertime. When life hands you lemons... make the best tasting, richest in flavor, homemade lemonade of your life! My son just couldn't stop drinking it and was excited to hear that the lemonade was bottomless and he took some to go. I ordered the BLTA Melt, where the sourdough was slightly grilled to perfection and the Cheddar and American cheese blend was deliciously melting through the layers of bacon avocado and lettuce. The sandwich was permeating with flavor. But the frips (a fry-chip hybrid) were so good I almost didn't even taste the sandwich at first. Our server let us have some dipping sauces of fry sauce and their own specialty made Smokey Ranch sauce, which took our tastebuds straight to heaven. My wife loved their Greek Burger, although the gyro meat was sold out due to the Memorial Day weekend rush. We were able to substitute bacon and avocado for the gyro meat without losing the Greek flavor. A special mention must be made about the way they catered to our son. He got a taste of the mushroom soup before our meal was prepared so he could decide if he wanted a full order and he loved it and then he got a kiddie cup to go for the lemonade. Parents know that it is a blessing to have this service for kids at restaurants that don't have the same patience that adults do. The Pines is a landmark that will be forever on our road trips on the I-15 and we can't wait to eat here again. read more

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Awesome pie! That is all we ordered but the hamburgers and tots other people where eating looked wonderful. The service was great and they had a where are you from map where you use a pin to show the location you are from. Restrooms where very clean! read more

The Pines - White chocolate cream pie with blackberry toppi g! - American Near Me - Malad City, Idaho

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They have awesome healthy food. The veggie sandwich was so fresh and delicious. Be sure to have their homemade fry/chips! We will return. read more

Loved eating at this little place. I had the dragon burger and it was amazing! Great food for kids. My wife had the Philly cheesesteak and loved it as well. We will definitely return again sometime when we're driving bye. read more

The Pines - Dragon burger and frips - American Near Me - Malad City, Idaho

I've always been a fan of burgers, I feel like everybody likes a good classic hamburger. This place will forever be my go to when I want a burger! They have your classic hamburgers, but then they have some of the most unique hamburgers that literally taste like heaven in your mouth. I definitely recommend going and getting the dragon burger! It's both mine and my husband's favorite. The people who work there are so nice and so accommodating and you definitely get the relaxing restaurant in the woods vibes. read more

Wow! Just actually stopped for fuel saw this place down the road. Figured it's lunch time...why not! It was definitely a great choice the food basically home cooked style. I had the turkey melt and yes it was delicious. " in fact if they had told me they had just slaughtered the turkey out back I would have believed them it was that fresh". Sweet potato fries tasted as if they were just picked in the backyard garden cut fried up and served. The lemonade lest we forget. It's fresh squeezed let me reiterate that fresh squeezed. I asked if they had their own lemon tree ‍ unfortunately ID weather doesn't allow to grow their own lemons ok buy them at the store!! It's still fantastic. Their service is slow and that's because they're a bit under staffed but don't blame them blame this Covid/ Biden economy. Everything they're doing is right!! read more

The Pines - What's left of my melaleuca. Still eating - American Near Me - Malad City, Idaho

We stopped for a late lunch (right before they closed at 3:00pm) while driving from SLC UT to Bozeman MT. Very homey small town ambiance with friendly waitstaff. So many options on the menu .. all good comfort food. My husband had the hamburger steak with mashed potatoes all smothered in brown gravy. I had chicken fried steak with mashed potatoes smothered in cream gravy. We each had a simple crisp side salad. A super nice touch was the raspberry jam for the fresh baked rolls. Everything was delicious! read more

It was our first time experiencing The Pines. It's a quaint little mom and pop shop. We were passing through and thoroughly enjoyed the food and service. read more

We were so excited to try this place based on the review and the Cali and Dragon burgers sounded good but after ordering and waiting 45 minutes and our food still wasn't within sight or even on its way, we walked out starving and hangry. read more

Great little diner with inexpensive high quality food! Nearly all is homemade The best Rueben sandwich in all small towns I've ever tasted! And great burgers! A big choice of potato sides (it is Idaho so...) I wanted to try the Idaho trout but they were out but had the delicious hand-breaded shrimp... it really was very good which makes me think the trout has to be fantastic. We live about 3 hours away but if I have any reason to be down in Malad again I gotta try to get that trout! read more

We stopped here after finding them on yelp. We came because they had good reviews and the pictures looked good. This was a great place to stop and eat lunch while on the road. We got the Kam's Club sandwich, french dip sandwich, and a hamburger. The Frips are pretty amazing. I love how they cut the potato and fry it. They are super crispy, crunchy and delicious. All the food was really good and the service was very friendly. read more

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Visited on our way through town on a VERY busy Friday night. The place was packed! Servers were friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. The food took awhile to come out (which is completely understandable) but everything was fresh and delicious. The dragon burger was amazing. Teriyaki veggie plate was also fabulous. My finicky 6 year old ate every bite of her chicken strip meal. Great family friendly atmosphere. Highly recommend! read more

This was the first stop on our annual bestie road trip and it did not disappoint!! From the moment we stepped through the door we were greeted with a warm welcome and quickly seated. Ordered the hot Apple Cider to drink and was instantly transported to the set of a Fall Hallmark Movie, big fan!! Started off with the award winning, secret family recipe, White Bean Chicken Chili. It was so flavorful, with a hint of spice. Then ordered the Ruben with Frips and BLTA with Frips. Wow, flavor explosion in my mouth!!! The homemade smokey ranch is next level deliciousness!!! Excellent suggestion from our waitress. High quality, homemade food!! Loved this place! read more