This place has been around since 1934, so if you're looking for that quintessential stop for the authentic diner experience, this is the place.
It's still one of the best places in Idaho Falls for breakfast, but don't ignore this place for lunch and dinner. Their broasted chicken is always great. On the breakfast side, pancakes, French toast, biscuits & Gravy, or the country breakfast (their sausage patty is one of the best).
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Hashbrowns
Update: This place provides unbelievable value. Yesterday somewhere else we had burgers and fries. Today at North Hi-Way we had real food, more than we could finish, and the total even with tip was cheaper. And, oh, was it good food at North Hi-Way. Everybody there is great. Teri served us well today.
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This place is a legend, and full of frequent customers. So you know it must be good. The decor is from decades past, as is the service--in that it hearkens back to a time where restaurants made you feel at home. Or, more accurately, at some relative's house where you felt totally comfortable but were still treated like a guest. The food portions are massive. We should have shared. Execution was spot-on. Reportedly the pies are made "whenever he feels like it," so call ahead if you're going for a specific flavor. Our experience says any flavor will be a winner. Miss Sherry was super-attentive and full of advice. Highly recommended.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
The Big Biscuit
I've never in my life been to a restaurant when 2 people walk in and the waitress only gets 1 persons order and completely ignores the woman sitting with him!! She literally took his order and walked off before i could even say anything. That is exactly what just happened when my boyfriend and I went there for breakfast. They are not busy. There's 3 tables. I don't know if I look like I'm not hungry or I don't eat but you'd think she'd ask if she could get me anything or wait long enough for me to tell her what i wanted. I can't give the food a review because I didn't get any. Merry Christmas!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$10–20
Service: 1
This is THE place for breakfast! Super friendly wait staff that kept my coffee mug topped off. The omelet (sausage &cheese) was delicious. The sausage was great and tasted like a fresh delicacy NOT a greasy processed patty that most establishments use. Homemade 🍞! Again, not something you find at most restaurants. This place is an absolute gem and I declare it a mandatory place to visit for anyone considering a hearty meal.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Hashbrowns
North Hi-Way Cafe is a hidden gem for breakfast lovers. Their simple yet satisfying breakfast options are sure to please even the pickiest eaters. The cozy atmosphere and friendly staff make for a delightful dining experience. The menu offers a variety of classic breakfast dishes like fluffy pancakes, crispy bacon, and perfectly cooked eggs. The ingredients are fresh and the portions are generous. The cafe also takes pride in their selection of homemade pastries and breads, which are a must-try. Whether you're craving a hearty meal or a quick bite, North Hi-Way Cafe is the place to go for a delicious breakfast that will leave you satisfied and ready to start your day.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Toast
Standard breakfast fair. We got the big breakfast sandwich, which was really good. We also got chicken fried steak, which was pretty chewy and seemed to be all but completely unseasoned but otherwise decent. Eggs were perfect. The food seems like an average effort all around and reasonably priced. The coffee is bad, in my opinion. The older local crowd seems to really like it here. Our waitress was very nice.
We only tried a small portion of the menu, and we appreciate everyone here. Just giving honest feedback as we travel a LOT and eat at many different locales.
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 3
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 3
Really nice diner that gives lots of small home town vibes. Friendly staff and great atmosphere. Our party had the turkey club and ruben sandwich. Portion sizes are large and everything tasted excellent. Priced fairly for servings. Will return again and tell friends and family. This is my new fav diner in the area!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Club Sandwich
Went here for lunch with some co-workers. It’s a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it little place, although it does look smaller on the outside, it actually has a decent amount of room. Lots of great food choices there was a good number of people there during the middle of the day but it did not feel crowded. Food was exceptional and the service was great! I took a few photos of the place but did not get the main area because I didn’t want to disturb the people eating. I also love the high school reunion story they have there, thought it was pretty funny. Great place, awesome atmosphere!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
10/10 I’ve been coming here for about 5 years now and I’ve never been disappointed! My favorite thing is the “ full Monty” super good and I usually can’t finish the whole thing.if you’re looking for a diner/cafe this has the classic diner feel to it and is just what you’d want. Always warm and welcoming and enjoyable. The only issues you might run into is that because it is very good and very popular, it can be a bit crowded late mornings but if you do have to wait it’s well worth it
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20
I've been meaning to check out this place for literally years, heard they were doing a special dinner for New Year's Eve so finally got to check them out. Great little mom n pop place, normally just does breakfast and lunch (closes at 3p). Tonight they were doing the special from 5p till 11.
I had a Prime Rib with fettuccine and followed up with a slice of cherry cheesecake. Came with a dinner salad and rolls. Ate everything! The prime rib was really tender and juicy. Waitress was pleasant and helpful. So glad I finally got to try them myself, they've been around so long my parents remember hanging out there!
Service
Dine in
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
