While it’s always fun to try the food at a shiny new restaurant, sometimes all we need in life is a hot, comforting meal from a tried-and-true place we’ve been visiting since childhood. If you’ve spent a lot of time in the Bigfork area, you’ve probably already dined at The Echo Lake Cafe. If you haven’t, we highly recommend changing that as soon as possible. This longtime local gem serves the best breakfast ever.

The Echo Lake Cafe is located on Highway 83 in downtown Bigfork, where it has remained since its 1960 beginnings.
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The restaurant was originally opened by Dickie Conley and his sister, Betty.
Ownership of the cafe changed hands a few times before Bob and Christi Young purchased it in 1996.
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The Youngs have completely renovated the space and revamped the brand, sprucing up the decor and menu alike. The entire family has worked here at one time or another, which makes it even more special.
Despite its shiny, new atmosphere and improved cuisine, one thing has remained consistent: the breakfasts here are absolutely delicious.
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They are home-cooked, with big portions and huge flavors.

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The breakfast menu is pretty large... but if you feel overwhelmed, you can't go wrong with a Benedict.
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They're all topped with homemade Hollandaise sauce and served with home-fried potatoes.
If you go for the Buttermilk pancakes, make sure you order the homemade blueberry-raspberry sauce.
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You can also drizzle it over a waffle or some French toast.
While breakfast is definitely the main attraction at Echo Lake Cafe, it's important to note that the lunch menu is also fantastic.
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From salads and sandwiches to big, juicy burgers, you'll definitely find what you're craving. And since both breakfast and lunch are served all day, you can always have what you're in the mood for.
Echo Lake Cafe is open seven days a week from 6:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
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And if you'd rather enjoy your food at home or inside your cabin or hotel room, you can order anything on the menu to-go.

Doesn’t this food look delightful? Check out the complete cafe menu here.

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Echo Lake Cafe, 1195 MT-83, Bigfork, MT 59911, USA