The Garnet Cafe – American
Bathed in the warm, inviting glow of a neighborhood gem, this cozy sanctuary transforms the morning meal into a gourmet ritual where the sizzle of savory duck confit and the aroma of golden-brown hashes fill the air. Guests linger over decadent plates of velvet-smooth hollandaise and vibrant avocado toast, savoring a menu that balances rustic comfort with sophisticated culinary flair. It is a sun-drenched retreat where every dish, from the whimsical green eggs and ham to the rich house-made duck sausage, celebrates the art of a slow and flavorful start to the day.
North Government Way +12086672729 http://garnetcafecda.comRating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at The Garnet Cafe
Dairy-Free at The Garnet Cafe
The Garnet Cafe in Coeur d'Alene has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Single Wedge & Soup, Daily Soup and Sweet Potato Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Garnet Cafe
The Garnet Cafe in Coeur d'Alene has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Single Wedge & Soup, Daily Soup and Fresh Fruit. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Garnet Cafe
The Garnet Cafe in Coeur d'Alene has 17 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veggie Burger, Dad's French Toast (Full) and Single Wedge & Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Garnet Cafe
The Garnet Cafe in Coeur d'Alene has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Salmon & Eggs, Fresh Fruit and Northwest. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Garnet Cafe
The Garnet Cafe in Coeur d'Alene has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Fruit and Seasoned Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Garnet Cafe
The Garnet Cafe in Coeur d'Alene has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Single Wedge & Soup, Sandpoint and Fresh Fruit. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at The Garnet Cafe
The Garnet Cafe in Coeur d'Alene has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fresh Fruit. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Garnet Cafe
The Garnet Cafe in Coeur d'Alene has 8 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Single Wedge & Soup, Daily Soup and Sweet Potato Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Garnet Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| The McLovin | 67.7 g | 55.7 g |
| Spaghetti & Eggs | 73.9 g | 55 g |
| Classic Breakfast | 37.8 g | 53.9 g |
| Sandpoint | 9.3 g | 45.8 g |
| Classic Eggs Benedict | 56.1 g | 44.3 g |
| Country Benedict | 102.5 g | 34 g |
| Salmon & Eggs | 22.1 g | 33.2 g |
| Northwest | 18 g | 33.1 g |
| Green Eggs & Ham | 45.5 g | 32.9 g |
| Double Bacon Burger | 38.2 g | 23.3 g |
| Avocado Toast | 32 g | 23 g |
| Wedge Salad (Double) | 59.5 g | 22 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the excellent food and satisfying portions, frequently highlighting the cozy atmosphere that creates a truly memorable evening. Guests consistently praise the attentive and knowledgeable service, noting that the staff’s expertise adds a personal touch to the experience. Celebrated for its high-quality menu and intimate ambiance, this spot is a favorite for those seeking a thoroughly satisfying meal in a warm and welcoming setting.
Menu
Our Classics
- Classic Breakfast - $14: Potatoes, two eggs & toast. Choice of thick-cut bacon, pork links, house-made pork sausage patties, ham steak, spam, veggie sausage, or tofu Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Classic Eggs Benedict - $14: Two poached eggs, sliced ham, English muffin, house-made Hollandaise, potatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Country Benedict - $16: House-made biscuit, pork sausage, poached eggs, house-made country gravy, potatoes Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Veggie Hash - $13: Spinach, onion, zucchini, squash, mushrooms, red peppers, avocado, potatoes & toast Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Salmon & Eggs - $18: 6 oz salmon filet, lemon herb cream sauce, fried capers, potatoes, two eggs & toast Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Corned Beef Hash - $16: House-made corn beef hash, two eggs & toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
Our Staples
- Avocado Toast - $14: Cherry tomatoes, goat cheese, everything seasoning, & two eggs Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Green Eggs & Ham - $16: Ham steak, basil pesto, shaved parmesan, two eggs & toast Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Duck Confit & Eggs - $22: Duck leg on seasoned white beans, NW potatoes, 2 eggs any style & toast Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Duck Sausage Patties & Eggs - $17: Two house-made duck sausage patties, potatoes, two eggs & toast Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Beans & Eggs - $14: Sautéed white beans, roasted garlic, onion, red pepper, creme fraiche, two eggs & toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pork Fried Steak & Eggs - $18: Hand-breaded pork loin, house-made gravy, potatoes, two eggs & toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The McLovin - $14: House-made duck sausage, egg, caramelized onion, cream cheese, cheddar, spinach, brioche bun, potatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Spaghetti & Eggs - $16: Spaghetti, olive oil, sundried tomato, garlic, chili flakes, pesto, parmesan & goat cheese, two eggs & toast Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Sweet Tooth
- Fruit & Yogurt Bowl - $8: Honey vanilla Greek yogurt, granola, fresh fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Oatmeal - $8: Steel cut oats, blueberries, raisins, brown sugar, choice of cream or milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, GERD-Friendly Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Buttermilk Pancakes - $7: Two buttermilk pancakes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Dad's French Toast (Full) - $12: Brioche French toast, powdered sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cinnamon Roll Pancakes - $10: Two cinnamon swirl pancakes, sweet cream cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Stuffed French Toast (Full) - $14: Choice of Nutella & Banana or Sweet Cream & Berry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Omelets & Scrambles
- Northwest - $15: Smoked salmon lox, zucchini, onions, tomato, goat cheese & asparagus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bonner - $13: Spinach, onion, zucchini, mushrooms, red peppers & herbed goat cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sandpoint - $16: Bacon, sausage, ham, onion, cheddar, topped with house-smoked pork link Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Hayden - $13: Bacon, avocado, tomato, cheddar Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Kootenai - $14: Smoked sirloin steak, mushroom, tomato, onion, & bleu cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Payette - $16: Chorizo, smoked sirloin steak, onion, red pepper, jalapeno, cheddar & chipotle cream cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sandwiches & Burgers
- Classic Burger - $16: 75/25 PNW beef on a brioche bun with fixin's Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Double Bacon Burger - $20: Double PNW Beef, bacon, brioche bun, fixin's Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Burger - $15: Black bean burger on a brioche bun, fixin's Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Sandwich - $16 Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- BLT - $15: Bacon, lettuce, tomato, avocado on toasted artisan bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Sandwich - $16: Shaved steak with cheese on a hoagie roll, with au jus Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Monte Christo - $18: Ham and turkey with cheese on brioche bread, griddled with raspberry dipping sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Reuben - $16: House corned beef with sauerkraut on marbled rye Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup & Salad
- Daily Soup - $6: House made, served by the cup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wedge Salad (Double) - $12: Iceberg wedge, tomatoes, bacon, pickled red onion, roasted pepitas, choice of dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Single Wedge & Soup - $6: Soup and salad combo Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Sweet Potato Fries - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasoned Fries - $4 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Biscuits & Gravy - $8 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Northwest Potatoes - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Fresh Fruit - $6 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Kids Menu
- Moose on the Loose - $4: Kid-sized pancake or French toast with one egg Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Little Tubbs Hill Hiker - $6: One piece meat, one egg, Northwest potatoes and choice of toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bees & Gees - $5: Half biscuit with gravy, served with one egg Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
Beverages
- Bloody Mary - $12: With all the trimmings
- Huckleberry Mimosa - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Frequently Asked Questions about The Garnet Cafe
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The Garnet Cafe accommodates mixed dietary needs with options for keto, vegan, gluten-free, and vegetarian diets, including the Bonner and Veggie Hash.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- The Garnet Cafe has an overall average rating of 5.0/5.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not specify the total number of reviews for The Garnet Cafe.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include duck confit, golden-brown hashes, avocado toast, green eggs and ham, and various eggs benedict options.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Diners consistently praise the cozy, intimate atmosphere and warm, welcoming setting that creates a truly memorable dining experience.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features over 15 American breakfast specialties and accommodates 36 different dietary preferences, including keto, vegan, and gluten-free options.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The Garnet Cafe is located in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, as indicated by the restaurant's official website domain.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- The Garnet Cafe is a budget-friendly ($) American restaurant offering high-quality breakfast and brunch dishes at an affordable price point.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data does not include specific hours of operation for The Garnet Cafe.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- With a 5.0/5 rating, this budget-friendly ($) cafe offers excellent value through high-quality gourmet dishes and satisfyingly large portions.
- Is The Garnet Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Garnet Cafe has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Single Wedge & Soup, Daily Soup and Sweet Potato Fries.
- What can I eat at The Garnet Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Single Wedge & Soup, Daily Soup and Sweet Potato Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Garnet Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 8 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Single Wedge & Soup and Daily Soup.
- Is The Garnet Cafe gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Garnet Cafe?
- The McLovin, at roughly 55.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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