Tom's Cabin

From the outside, Tom’s Cabin looks like it might be a gamble—but it absolutely pays off. The food was delicious, the portions were hearty, and the prices were very affordable for how much you get. Service was warm and welcoming, which made the experience even better. Proof that some of the best meals come from the most unassuming places. I’d definitely come back!

This Restaurant is located a couple of miles West of Emmett. All the people we met that worked there are friendly and cheerful. It's not fancy but feels "homey". The waitress (said to call her "Slim") that usually serves us, always greets us warmly and knows our ordering habits/items. We have been here quite a few times because of the fore mentioned items and is the only place we have found in the area that serves Breakfast all day. ( Our schedule is ever changing and erratic so hard to meet the normal Breakfast hours). We have eaten Breakfast and Lunch but yet to have dinner here. The food is very good and the portions are big so we never leave hungry. All in all, well worth the drive.

I have been going to Tom's Cabin since I was a young girl. The older I get, the visits are few and far between. But, it is still a favorite. The atmosphere is good and the decor is country. It is very relaxed and "homey". The food is fantastic, homemade goodness! My Mom uses Tom's Cabin for catering events because the food is so good! The owner, Ms. Lillie is one of the best! They also have GREAT coffee! The service - it was an "off" day and the service isn't normally- less than desirable. They were busy, however, in the service industry you have to adjust and handle the load. Rule #1- You don't share your frustrations regarding customers, with other customers. Rule #2- You don't make customers feel like it's a "chore" to help them. Without customers, you don't get a paycheck. Rule #3- Service is everything! I actually felt bad for one of the younger gals, who came over, and apologized to us for the older gals demeanor. She said "she gets like this when it's busy". There were several times the older-seasoned waitress snapped at the younger gals and customers. We love visiting Tom's Cabin. We will go again and again. Maybe just not when it's busy. :)

This place 100% reminds me of my childhood in small town Idaho. Small town people running the show, friendly, efficient, clean, food is def like what your grandma makes. This stop was the PERFECT end to a day on the water. Would love to stop again and have breakfast. Strong work!

We love Tom's Cabin Cafe!... Fantastic service, food/beer/wine and prices!...We take motorcycle rides from Boise to Emmett specifically to have breakfast or lunch at Tom's... So good!...

Drove past here many times over the last couple of years, finally had the opportunity to stop in for breakfast. Glad we did. This place is a real gem (in Gem county).... Super friendly staff, excellent food and as others have commented, the food portions are enormous ! Biggest chicken fried steak I have ever seen. Took up most of the large plate. lots of parking behind the restaurant, about 15 or so tables, very nice atmosphere. Would highly recommend and will most certainly return.

Atmosphere is awesome and the service is top notch, food presentation is what you would expect from a Ma and Pa restaurant, tastes as good as it came out of Grandma's Kitchen (thank you)

This location is rural and definitely worth searching out if your north of Star, Boise or on your way west to Oregon on I-84 and follow your GPS. Careful on approach from the west the location is shielded by tall vegetation and best to drive past to a connection street and pull in behind the restaurant for parking. You can access it via an ramp and steps at the rear entrance. I ordered the half portion of Biscuit and gravy with two over easy eggs with coffee to drink. The biscuit was the best this year for me and the flavors were mouthwatering. The young waitress was efficient, friendly, accommodating to our needs and request. Tom's Cabin was busy at the time of our visit but we were in and down the road to our next adventure in no time.