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    Wayside Cafe

    3.9 (121 reviews)
    Open 5:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    WAYSIDE CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Cam C.

    Stopped by around brunch time recently and it was a solid experience. The service was great and my ham n eggs was delicious. Will be back next time I get out that way!

    Mickey H.

    Wayside is classic Idaho roadside fare. Typical cafe food with an all day breakfast menu. A local stop for breakfast and lunch that always has specials on the board. Service is fine but not amazing. Food comes out slow and when it does it's fine. There is nothing modern, fusion or cutting edge about the place and thats how locals want it. The pie is good and seems fresh made.

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    Stacey C.

    Found by accident searching for food open late,has truck parking open 24 hours,food yummy nice employees,fast... Meat in the sauce,bread is dark because I prefer it that way.Hubby said blt was good.Only thing salad was plain but now I know so I'll get the soup option next time..Very reasonable prices

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    Amanda L.

    Very busy place!! Food was an hour wait. Traveling with chicken fried steak lover and he was not impressed. Their CFS is "rubbery" and lacks flavor. Portion s are huge. Breakfast sandwich with sourdough was best ever!! Highly recommend eggs Benedict!! Very flavorful!! The scone (fry bread) was fried dough. No flavor. I added butter and honey, that was 3/10. Hash browns are crispy on outside and mushy in middle. I enjoyed them‍ Service was good. For as busy as they were 6/10. Some sassy comments to other diners but like I said it was VERY busy so... Pancakes had really good flavor. They are huge!!! High stack could feed 4 people!!

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    11 months ago

    Wayside food is always delicious, always a family atmosphere at a great price. It is definitely a family favorite!!

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    Old-style diner with friendly waitresses. There's nothing fancy & the portions are plentiful. Right outta Hooterville...

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    Stopped here on my way through Southern ID. Got the trout and it was fantastic. Came with a side and desert too so great value.

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    We live in Washington, but we always try to time our trips to eat breakfast here. The service is excellent and the food is great!

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    Great food (breakfast) and very friendly staff. You know it's good when you see all the cars outside.

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    Staff was very nice but would rate food quality as so-so. Was fast and friendly though and convenient to access.

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    2 years ago

    The food is great but the wait is a little long every time I go in. It's good they stay busy though.

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    3 years ago

    Breakfast is always good need to work on lunches and dinners. Chili is not just red beans. Hamburgers need alot of work.

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    I was in Jerome the other day for a biopsy at their local St Luke's. I have never been to Jerome…read moreso of course I wanted to check out a couple local joints. Jerome is a bit away from Boise so I wanted to us my time wisely. I have to see what this cool little town offered. I had researched local restaurants and coffee joints in the area before heading to Jerome. Renew had quite a few great reviews and after talking to the receptionist at St. Luke's, he suggested Renew well. I took that as a solid recommendation and made my friend drive me there. My friend and I walked in and were immediately greeted by 4 people behind the counter. I appreciate a staff that is so friendly to their customers! The venue is this joint is huge! There's pool tables, a lot of available seating, a kids area and a stage for local talent to perform. I can imagine this place being a sweet spot to hang out on the weekends. Grab a drink or an ice cream and enjoy your night. My friend and I decided to just order a couple drinks and absorb the vibe. There were plenty of baked goodies that were calling our names but we held off. The cinnamon roll they had on display was massive. There was plenty of frosting on that baby and I would have eaten the whole thing without any guilt. I was so tempted to get it but I knew it would ruin my lunch. I snagged an iced americano with sugar free white chocolate and cream. My friend got a hot mocha with a couple extra shots of espresso. I did ask for my drink to be a hair sweeter. I looking forward to my first caffeinated beverage of the day. My drink did not disappoint. It was so good! The espresso wasn't bitter, plenty of cream and the sweetness level was perfection. We sat and chilled. There were locals having lunch. Other locals enjoying each other's company and coffee. Its just an all around great space to be. I'm happy I got to check out this local coffee joint. I can see why a lot of people recommend and speak highly of it. If I'm ever on the road and need a cup of coffee, I will be making a pit stop to Renew for that drink. I know it's going to be good.

    Great coffee place. Loved the coffee, loved the ambiance, loved the service.... Highly…read morerecommended!

    Elmer's Restaurant

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    My wife and mother-in-law decided to stop in here for breakfast while we were on our way to Lava…read moreHot Springs, and boy we were glad we did. The food here was absolutely awesome and earned smiles around the table. My mother-in-law really enjoyed the strawberry crepes and my wife and I both loved the steak and eggs. Kari was an absolutely awesome server too. We always run into problems, especially with breakfast due to some dairy issues that we both share and Kari was very pleasant and accommodating to ensure we were taken care of. Definitely get here early because the locals definitely know how good it is. By time we were done, there was a huge line out the door. Absolutely crushed it!

    We have been regulars at Elmer's for a long time, which is why this experience was so shocking and…read moredisappointing. My husband, daughter, and I came in for breakfast and were served by a waitress named Breanna. This was, without exaggeration, one of the worst service experiences I've ever had. From the moment we sat down, she was cold, dismissive, and clearly irritated. No greeting, no introduction, not even a basic level of courtesy. Throughout the meal, her attitude was consistently rude and condescending. At one point she rolled her eyes at my daughter, which was completely unacceptable. I also witnessed her speak to an elderly man at a nearby table in a way that felt demeaning and disrespectful--it was honestly uncomfortable to watch. She was also training a new employee, and while the trainee was kind and professional, Breanna was noticeably harsh and dismissive toward her as well. It raised serious concerns about how staff are being trained. I'm a nurse and have also worked in the service industry, so I understand stress and busy shifts--but this went far beyond that. This was a pattern of rude, hostile behavior that affected multiple customers. Because of this experience, we will not be returning to this location. Extremely disappointing.

    Wayside Cafe - newamerican - Updated May 2026

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