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Equal parts indie bookstore, bar, and coffee house, this hip hangout set in one of Roslyn's quirky Victorian storefronts turns out creatively prepared American classics morning to night, including elk sausage scrambles, candied-bacon and blue-cheese burgers, apple-maple salads, and turkey potpies. Espresso drinks are brewed using a beautiful teal La Marzocco machine, and craft cocktails are served in the cozy basement tavern. On the adjacent patio, an airstream trailer doles out snacks and is staffed by employees who can recommend local hikes and activities.
110 W. Pensylvania Ave., Roslyn, Washington, 98941, USA
Known For
- Terrific selection of outdoorsy books and gear
- Interesting cocktails and mocktails
- Fun, social vibe
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Helmed by James Beard finalist and ardent fly-fisherman Kevin Davis, this modern restaurant on a picturesque bend in Yakima River Canyon has tall windows and a covered deck overlooking the scenery. Stop for a hearty breakfast before a day of recreation on the river, or for a memorable lunch or dinner of artfully prepared contemporary American fare, such as grilled Idaho trout with roasted pecan–brown butter or tagliatelle with goat Bolognese and burrata.
14706 Hwy. 821, Ellensburg, Washington, 98926, USA
Known For
- Delicious breakfast sandwiches
- Warm apple crostada with a caramel drizzle
- Eye-popping river and canyon views
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner Mon.–Wed.
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From students recovering after a night of partying to hikers fueling up before hitting the trail, this cozy downtown café with big windows and an expansive side patio serves brunch daily—with cocktails, if you wish. Specialties include breakfast poutine with sausage gravy and salsa verde, banana–and–macadamia nut waffles, and avocado toast on sourdough with eggs, cotija cheese, and cherry tomatoes.
412 N. Main St., Ellensburg, Washington, 98926, USA
Known For
- Filling breakfast bowls
- Savory and sweet waffles
- Mimosas and morning margaritas
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner
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Set inside a 1923 Lutheran church, this cheery yellow house of culinary worship now serves modern American fare with global accents inside the former nave and choir loft. Standouts at dinner include garam masala–crusted rack of lamb and oven-roasted cedar plank steelhead with lemon caper butter. The gooey bananas Foster waffles are a crowd-pleaser on weekend mornings.
111 S. Pearl St., Ellensburg, Washington, 98926, USA
Known For
- Charmingly quirky architecture and decor
- Praiseworthy list of Washington wines
- Memorable breakfasts on weekends
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
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Look past the drab setting of this unfussy bakery on a busy street in Sunnyside, as the kitchen turns out fresh and filling breakfast and lunch fare, from chicken-fried steak Benedicts and mascarpone-stuffed French toast in the morning to fettuccine Alfredo with smoked salmon and ham-gouda panini sandwiches for lunch. There's also a bakery case filled with sweet treats.
122 N. 16th St., Sunnyside, Washington, 98944, USA
Known For
- Sweet-savory breakfast combo plates
- Good stock of local wines
- Blueberry cobbler cheesecake
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner
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Whether for a morning macchiato, a bagel breakfast sandwich, a lunchtime panini, or a late-afternoon slice of cake, this roomy coffeehouse with hardwood floors, comfy armchairs, and café tables works nicely for a quick pick-me-up or a more leisurely meal. Most evenings, the space becomes a casual dinner spot with beer and wine available, and on weekends there's often live rock, jazz, and country music.
713 6th St., Prosser, Washington, 99350, USA
Known For
- Well-crafted espresso drinks
- Excellent breakfast and lunch sandwiches
- Live music shows many weekend evenings
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No dinner Mon.
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This cute Latina- and LGBTQ-owned café in downtown Sunnyside has an inviting, hip vibe with artfully arranged plants and a beautiful floral mural. Stop in for an espresso pick-me-up between wineries or a craft cocktail.
436 S. 6th St., Sunnyside, Washington, 98944, USA
Known For
- Bagels and avocado toast
- Mimosa flights
- Ube (purple yam) iced lattes
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No dinner
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Located in Yakima's atmospheric 1909 train depot, this first-rate coffeehouse offers plenty of seating surrounded by ornate pillars, molding, arched ceilings, and other architectural elements. Sit in a comfy armchair and savor a white chocolate mocha or potent cold brew.
32 N. Front St., Yakima, Washington, 98901, USA
Known For
- Drinks made with Stumptown coffee
- Spacious patio
- Grab-and-go baked goods and sandwiches
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner
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Have a seat at one of the red vintage tables and chairs in this charming breakfast and lunch café on the first floor of a sweet blue-and-red house built in 1906 near the town center. Standout dishes include the Gallic Rooster (a French toast sandwich filled with bacon, strawberry jam, goat cheese, and fried eggs) and meatballs and marinara hoagie.
102 E. Pennsylvania Ave., Roslyn, Washington, 98941, USA
Known For
- Hefty sandwiches and salads with unusual ingredients
- Children's area with play kitchen
- Decadent pies and cookies made from scratch
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner
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Step back in time to a 1930s-era service station that's been converted into a diner, serving up classic greasy-spoon fare, like steak and eggs, biscuits and gravy, charbroiled chicken sandwiches, banana splits, and the like. While you await your grub, check out the hundreds of vintage metal gas station signs and advertisements.
1518 W. University Way, Ellensburg, Washington, 98926, USA
Known For
- Old-fashioned burgers and fries
- Cool roadside memorabilia
- Luscious milk shakes
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Famous for its camel mural, which figured prominently in the intro of TV's Northern Exposure, this eclectic and inviting corner café is a reliable option for elevated America fare. There's a rustic dining room with stone and timber walls and a handful of sidewalk tables. Fuel up in the morning with the Coal Miner Breakfast (two eggs, home fries, and a choice of country ham, sausage, or bacon), or tuck into plates piles high with Mediterranean salmon salad, lamb burgers, and tripled-fried Parmesan fries with dipping sauces.
201 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Roslyn, Washington, 92941, USA
Known For
- Prodigious breakfast portions
- Buttermilk fried chicken sandwiches
- Bloody Marys with all the garnishes
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed.
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This friendly daytime café is inside a quirky little cabin with a sunny deck beside Cle Elum's Flag Pole Park. Popular for a bite or a latte before or after hiking the nearby Coal Mines Trail or just strolling around downtown, Stella's specializes in overstuffed sandwiches—such as the Gobbler, with roast turkey, cranberry sauce, and Swiss—and well-prepared breakfasts featuring everything from French toast to steal-cut oatmeal to build-your-own egg scrambles.
316½ W. 1st St., Cle Elum, Washington, 98922, USA
Known For
- Espresso drinks with house-made chocolate and caramel sauces
- Cute deck seating
- House-baked cookies
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No dinner
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Since 1936 this family-run Western-theme restaurant has been serving breakfast delectables that include the signature "Texas-size cinnamon rolls," plus boneless pork chops and eggs, corned-beef-hash Benedicts, and astoundingly large pancakes filled with bananas, chocolate chips, and peanut butter. The rest of the day, count on traditional Italian and American fare like burgers and chicken Parmesan.
318 E. 1st St., Cle Elum, Washington, 98922, USA
Known For
- Colorful people-watching in the saloon
- Stick-to-your-ribs comfort fare
- Down-home diner-style vibe
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues.
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Hungry travelers and townsfolk have been fueling up in this rollicking Old West tavern with period wallpaper and pressed-tin ceilings since 1892, tucking into plates of old-school pub fare. The nachos, fish-and-chips, and steaks are reliably good, and a handful of specialties—especially the sirloin steak with coconut prawns and open-faced chili burgers—keep regulars coming back again and again. Portions are generous, especially at breakfast, and there's a sizable kids' menu.
323 N. Main St., Ellensburg, Washington, 98926, USA
Known For
- Ample, old-school breakfasts
- Delicious burgers
- Colorful crowd
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Set amid law offices on the north side of town, this dapper Craftsman-style home is an inviting spot for leisurely, if a touch decadent, brunches and lunches. Sit in the dining, living, or sun room—or, when the weather's nice, in the garden out back—and relish platters of egg, ham, and havarti croissant melts, prodigious sugar-dusted cinnamon rolls, and oven-roasted-chicken salad sandwiches, along with an array of daily-rotating desserts. There are also a couple of B&B guest rooms available on the second floor.
3602 Kern Rd., Yakima, Washington, 98902, USA
Known For
- Quaintly decorated cottage setting
- Breakfast served until closing Sunday
- Cupcakes in many flavors
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner
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