Old Schoolhouse Cafe

435 Oregon Shortline, Dillon
(406) 276-3505

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Denise Bartlett

Love this place. Cute and memorable.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Brandon Staples

Absolutely the best breakfast I’ve ever had at a restaurant!!Thick cut bacon, moist and dense sourdough pancakes and perfectly cooked and seasoned eggs, the deserts are incredible too!!The owner and staff were super friendly.During a 3 month trip all over the western half of the United States in the summer of 2021 and the countless restaurants my wife (then girlfriend) and I ate at, this is by far the best one! We still talk about it to this day!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Carolyn T

Was there un 2022. Food was awesome. Every time we come this way we try to stop, but it is never open. Have even planned our travel to get there during business hours. Hours listed are a pipe dream.

IdahoEarl

Very nice little cafe set in an old time school house. The food was wonderful, made fresh and well. Also, a great opportunity to treat yourself to an ice cream float with root beer or one of the other great flavors they have. We were told that the place is being run by a young married couple. The service was fast and friendly. I highly recommend this spot even if you have to make a special trip to Dell, it will be worth it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Peach Cobbler, Chicken Fried Steak

Navin Mahabir

Downhome, American, cowboy meals. 2000 calorie breakfasts. Beautiful ambiance and atmosphere. Support this family-owned business!

Vegetarian options: No. And don't even ask about gluten free

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

John Clemans

Terrific atmosphere. Wonderful food. If you get the chance, take it! You won't regret it. And you better save room for dessert. We had the 4 berry cobbler with some ice cream and it was divine.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

John Novitski

It's a wonderful experience to go here and see all the antique items. They serve so many yummy options to eat and also authentic old sodas.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Peach Cobbler, Chicken Fried Steak, Cheese Burger

Anny Hahm

Nice family runs restaurant. Specially 5years old son name Rylie and dog was playing back of restaurant. They were so cute. Thanks for good food and pie. ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Homemade Pies, Deep Dish Pue or Cobbler, Toast, Steak Fries, Grilled Ham And

Dustin Woodyard

Amazing!! Will be back every trip to Montana, amazing food great staff and large portions

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jay Bee

I used to ride with my dad down the I-15 corridor hauling produce from California to Western Canada. This was a regular stop for me. I even stop here as an adult driving truck.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

J.R. B

I used to ride with my dad down the I-15 corridor hauling produce from California to Western Canada. This was a regular stop for me. I even stop here as an adult driving truck.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Bj Johns

this is a place where I never drive by... it's a must to when I am in the area.. I just love the food and people.. DONT MISS OUT!!

Gary Fullmer

Found this many years ago when I was still a teenager. My dad's friend was a truck driver and recommended the place to us. Although we don't live very far away from a we had no idea it was there. I'm from Southeast Idaho just north of Idaho Falls in a little town called Menan only 10 miles away from I-15 which drives you right past the what was then called The School House Calf-A. I had of course been up into Montana a few times but after my brother went to the University of Idaho we had occasion to drive that way many times. That became our regular stop from then on. I hear they have done some renovations on it and it looks good from the pictures. But I really kind of like the ambience before. It was a little bit shabby looking but it had the feel of a one room schoolhouse that have been well used. It was a regular stop for truck drivers. I also heard stories that people would fly their small planes in and land on the road in front of it. Great little place to go. Unfortunately haven't been there for years and haven't seen renovations but great little place to go in a small town to support a small business that is really cool and keeps history alive. What were you saying

Alexis “Lex” LayLand

It's WONDERFUL!I have been to this little gem for many, many years. I've watched it change over that time, but only in its decor, owners & the name. At one time the school's original interior greeted you, with menu on the chalkboard. The yard held home-made iron work creatures. This changed to printed menus, sold off school memorabilia & yard ornaments. But always had food that was talked about across the nation by truckers and train crews.Now new changes, starting with the name, which is what most called it before. The Old School House. It will still provide you with Wonderful food, Wonderful owners/operators! I hope the customers can get it known from coast to coast again.

Kid-friendliness: There are tables for large groups or families.

Parking: Parking lot is a large dirt area to the south, big enough for semi-trucks & RVs to turn around in. There is also parking in the front which is dirt.

Wheelchair accessibility: They have updated the entrance from the school's time which was cloak room, to a spacious open area. Changed placement of the restrooms as well.

Dietary restrictions: I had a low carb salad, which was extremely good! Noted that you could get most meals served however you wanted.

Ashley Brewer

DON'T EXPECT GOOD SERVICE IF YOU'RE NOT LOCAL! Really disappointing experience! Don't expect quick or decent service or hot coffee.We ordered the last of the cinnamon rolls while being sat at our table. We were given cold coffee and as we watched our cinnamon rolls were intentionally sold to a regular. After complaining to both the husband and wife owner, their only response was to ask if I wanted to buy a bran muffin. That was a definite no!They had no interest in righting their wrong or even apologizing for their blantant rudness. This place is very difficult to take children as the meals take well over 30 minutes after ordering. The bill was expensive as we paid over 55 dollars for biscuits and gravy, simple eggs/ham plate and a 2 pancakes. A complete waste of time, located in an area with the worst road conditions in Montana!

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