Article: A TASTE OF IDYLLWILD

A TASTE OF IDYLLWILD
COFFEE & TEA

- Alpaca Coffee & Tea: the best Matcha Boba Tea you've ever tasted! Cappuccinos and lattes are yum, but a bit on the milky side so keep that in mind pending your taste preferences. Creative and modern approach to coffee and tea.
- Black Mountain Coffee: All beans roasted in-house and have the best pour-overs, French press, & nitro (call 951-468-5095 for updated hours). They have amazing coffee flight tastings - highly recommend! Located across the street from our WILDLAND shop behind The Owl Pine on Circle Drive.
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Carabiner Coffee: Super cool coffee & gift shop with an outdoorsy vibe.
- Merkaba Tea: handcrafted teas made in Idyllwild - available by the cup or in bulk.
- Pure Bean: The longest hours of operation (call 951- 659-1379 for updated hours) - serving their in-house and locally roasted coffee in their newly renovated space right in the middle of town.
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Shala Tea Company - beautiful tea blends with a beautiful shop to sit, relax and enjoy. Also grab a pastry while you're there!
BREAKFAST, BRUNCH & LUNCH

- Almost Heaven Bakery - A little off the beaten path, you'll find them north of the center of town. A truly dedicated team, their morning bun is not to be missed!
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Amelia's Donuts and More - Incredible melt-in-your-mouth hot n' fresh local donuts. Vegan, gluten-free, vegnan, keto options, as well as Grab n Go Breakfast & lunch available - place an order ahead of time if you want one of those specialties. Fri-Tues 7-2 Grill closes at 1:30. Visit ameliasdonutsandmore.com
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Mama's Egg House: come hungry! Generous portions and delectable delights... a mix of American, Mexican, and Vegan-friendly brunch menu items... also great for lunch! For brekky we love the Vegan Chorizo Burrito or the Prosciutto Benedict (ask to sub Mama's Biscuits in place of the traditional english muffin) For lunch we love their the Humpty Dumpty Burger if you're really hungry. Outdoor seating and Dog Friendly.
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Raven Hill Bagels - Great new location just across the street from our WILDLAND shop. All bagels made in-house daily, with a nice selection of other tasty treats and a small curated market of items to create meals at home!
- Raven's Nest - Sister eatery to Raven Hill, Raven's nest specializes in fresh and delicious salads, soups, wraps, and frozen yogurt! Located in Forest Haven, directly across the plaza from Wildland
CASUAL LUNCH & DINNER

- Atomic Cow Creamery: A great selection of fresh deli-style sandwiches and subs - plus ice cream, shakes and locally made pies n' treats all in one place! Limited outdoor dog friendly seating, great for takeaway and picnics.
- Brew Pub: (Lunch/Dinner) modern California pub style food + microbrews and craft cocktails. Great atmosphere, lovely view. Plenty of indoor and dog-friendly outdoor seating + a great view! We recommend the Fish n' Chips (best we've ever had) and the Buffalo Cauliflower.
- Celestino Coastal Kitchen: a true town gem! Bringing latin inspired coastal cuisine to the mountains in a fresh and exciting way.
- Dicks Dogs: A uniquely IdyllWILD experience. Irreverent menu, if you aren't into dick jokes, this is not the place for you. DELISH loaded hot dogs with vegan friendly options. This place is a food truck, usually located in front of Wild Idy.
BEST-OF DINNER EXPERIENCES

- Cafe Aroma - recently under new ownership, with the seasoned lead chef coming from Mastros in LA. Excellent craft cocktails, and a beautifully expanding menu... vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free friendly! Large, warm, and cozy outdoor seating area that is a go-to for dog lovers.
- Ferro - Widely considered the "best" restaurant in town. Beautiful atmosphere, and a great spot for live music on the weekends. They also offer pickup. A great place for an extensive wine list, craft cocktails, apps, dinner and dessert. If you're celebrating a special occasion, this is your spot. Dog friendly outside.
- Fratellos - this should be #1 if you are Vegan - they have the BEST VEGAN PIZZA ever!! Often featuring a fun live band crooning old standards, blues, and if you're a singer... don't be shy, they love when talented folks get up to sing with them! Dog friendly outside.
- Gastrognome has always been an Idyllwild staple...come here for 70's vintage vibes and a great martini Monday. We always LOVE the French Dip (meat melts in your mouth and the dip is on point), plus their classic cocktail game is strong. Dog friendly outside.
- Lily's is the new hotspot in town. Featuring seasonal California cuisine, hand cut steaks, and the most delectable desserts on the mountain. Creative custom cocktails and a top notch music scene make this place a must visit.
DESSERT, BREADS & TREATS

- Atomic Cow Creamery - Ice Cream, Pies, and various treats
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Amelia's Donuts - Amazing selection of donuts made fresh every day! They offer gluten free, vegan and keto options, as well as grab-and-go breakfast and lunch options.
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Candy Cupboard - an Idyllwild institution - we recommend their yummy sea salt caramels! A great place to take the kids, and those young at heart!
- Idyllwild Ice Cream & Jerky: a local favorite, featuring vegan ice cream options and special dog ice cream treats.
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Mamma Mia Crepes & Desserts: Enjoy a warm dessert with a view!
- Lily's: The desserts here are truly so special, they deserve a second mention! Handcrafted by longtime local Chelsea Braddish.
SPECIALTY FOODS & NUTRITION

- Idyllwild Organics CBD: Full spectrum CBD Oils and Salves for natural pain and anxiety relief. Available for sale at our shop WILDLAND 54425 N. Circle Dr. Idyllwild CA 92549
- mIDY Micros: a small micro green farm located in Idyllwild, Ca. Providing the most fresh & nutritious greens to our local community. Micro Greens are not just a beautiful and colorful garnish, but a source of extreme nutrition all condensed into very young plants - eat them by the handful!
- Nettle Hag: seasonal, medicinal tinctures made locally, from locally grown ingredients. Explore her collection at WILDLAND.
WINE & COCKTAILS

- Alpenglow Lounge- A new addition to Idyllwild in the center of town on the second floor of "The Fort". Relaxed atmosphere to enjoy wine and beer - excellent and knowledgeable staff.
- Brew Pub - the best locally brewed beer + excellent craft cocktails... not to mention a beautiful view and great live music (call ahead or check their instagram for music announcements):
- Cafe Aroma - A hidden gem tucked away just a few minutes from town center. They have music, as well as incredible cocktails.
- Ferro - the best cocktails in town! Can't really just go for cocktails though - you'll need to eat as well - the food is fantastic, authentic Italian, pasta made in-house.
- Middle Ridge Winery - a town favorite, featuring locally crafted wines and one of the best music spots in town. Check their website for music lineup: https://www.middleridge.com/Music-Events
- Rustic Theater - a unique experience... our local Idyllwild movie theater has an outdoor area in the back they have turned into a beer garden, and often book unique entertainment acts and food vendors. Grab a beer and watch the latest Hollywood flick or a cult classic during scheduled viewings. A great spot for sipping mimosas & people watching as well!
- Taryn's Place - Located in the Village Lane. Taryn's Place is a pub space like you’d see in Dublin or London. Designed for community with a long table to bring people together. Known for great live music, art and libations.
DELIVERY & PICKUP IN IDYLLWILD
Local restaurants do not offer delivery, but Idy-Do Delivery Service can pick up meals, groceries, and other essentials from local shops or out-of-town retailers like Trader Joe’s and Costco. Delivery starts at $10.99.
Call/Text: 760-883-8058
Payment: Cash, Card, Zelle, Venmo & Cash App
IMPORTANT: When ordering, please provide your cabin's NAME and EXACT LOCATION (e.g., “Zen Den, cottage to the left of the main house”) to ensure a smooth delivery without disturbing neighboring guests.
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We hope this helps you plan a truly magical stay!
Love, Marisa & The Wildland Cabins Team
Love, Marisa & The Wildland Faeries

