Deer Cliff Inn Restaurant

Nestled along the picturesque riverside in Preston, Idaho, the Deer Cliff Inn Restaurant offers a delightful blend of history and comfort. With a cozy atmosphere, it’s perfect for both special occasions and casual meals. Guests flock to enjoy the highly praised broasted chicken, delectable scones, and decadent desserts like the outrageous hot fudge brownie. The wheelchair-accessible venue features outdoor seating with enchanting views, making it popular among tourists and locals alike. Whether dining solo or with family, Deer Cliff Inn excels in delivering an unforgettable culinary experience, complemented by warm service and a welcoming environment.

Accessibility
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
- Has outdoor seating
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
Highlights
- Has fireplace
Popular for
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
Offerings
- Serves alcohol
- Serves coffee
- Serves comfort food
- Serves small plates
- Serves wine
Dining options
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
Amenities
- Has toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Historic
- Romantic
Crowd
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Accepts credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs available
- Has kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot

Halsey Greenhalgh Tanner

Apr 21,2025

You come here for the ambiance! They didn't have entertainment that Friday which I was sad about. But the river is gorgeous. The hot buttered scones were the best part! I got the chicken and shrimp combo. The shrimp was good and crispy, but there were just two pieces. The chicken had crispy skin too and was fine. Husband got the fresh trout. It was good. Fries were fine. The twice baked potato was actually just mashed potatoes, haha. Overall I'd go back. And you can smell the lilac tree . (19 for mine and 18 for his).

Stephany Cross

Feb 25,2025

The food was SOOOOOO delicious! The scones were AMAZING! Excellent service!!! Beautiful area! I wish I lived closer so I could go there more often! Just be aware you have to pay with cash or check.

Nancy Au

Feb 10,2025

14 of us celebrated our friend's birthday at this wonderful venue! The patio backs up to the rushing river & hillside and the ambience is magical! Highly recommended for a special occasion or anytime. Broasted chicken dinner was yummy. And those scones...oh so good! Service was excellent! All 14 meals were brought to the table one right after another which is challenging to do. Our group visits this area every summer and we will be making dinner at the Deer Cliff Inn an annual event. Thank you Deer Cliff Inn for a wonderful evening.

Evan Meidell

Jan 30,2025

What a cute little restaurant. We came on an unfortunate day where they were very busy with few staff. However, it was still a great experience! The food tasted great and the servers, though very busy, were nice and did all they could to help. I personally had the roasted chicken and it tasted great! I have never been to the area and am not likely to be back for a long time but its worth the stop!

Carrie Sharp

Jan 22,2025

Fantastic atmosphere, good hearty food. Excellent salmon and scones, time house dressing on the salad. Filet mignon was not great. Excellent live music. Do some dancing! Worth the drive.

LJ Mac

Jan 15,2025

Bring cash!What a great experience!! They're good is good and the location is beautiful. They really need to charge more for they're food. People will pay.Thanks for letting us eat even though you were crowded. We appreciate it!! …

LRH

Jan 13,2025

This is the place for good food and ambience. Located next to Cub River and at the bottom of Deer Cliff provides a stunning experience. Even though my grandfather built the inn, once you visit, you'll know that my description is not biased in any way. There really aren't any words to describe the beautiful setting. Order the chicken dinner, you won't be disappointed!

Kevin Barker

Jan 2,2025

Just one of the best places ever! The food is great, the atmosphere is wonderful, and the staff is the best! There are even goats climbing on the cliffs across from the river! Seriously though, my wife and I love this place, and can't say enough good about the food or the people that run it. It's definitely worth the drive to get there. If you haven't been here already you have got to try it!