As America’s coffee rode the rising tide of culinary aspiration over the last several decades, its iconic purveyor has gone from lowly diner or truck stop to enlightened coffee bar. That phenomenon is particularly prevalent in the northwest quadrant of the country, including the small, scenic Idaho panhandle town of Sandpoint. There are several sources of good coffee in this Bonner County hamlet on the shore of Lake Pend Oreille, none more conscientious than Evans Brothers Roasters.
What you get at Evans Brothers is not just expertly roasted and masterfully poured coffee. You find an enterprise that touts a philosophy and a sense of social responsibility (both expressed on the Evans Brothers website); you find meticulous latte art and loose-leaf teas as well as locally baked, organic, and gluten-free pastries. Located in a colorful old mill complex in the Granary Arts District, and featuring the work of local artists on its walls, Evans Brothers also happens to serve a cup of joe as delicious as we’ve had anywhere.
You can choose between French-press or pourover coffee, a single-origin espresso of the day, or the Evans’ proprietary Headwall espresso blend – a soft, syrupy medium-roast named for a ski run at nearby Schweitzer Mountain. We are especially fond of Evans Brothers’ Siberia Dark Blend (also named for a ski run), which is dark and chocolaty and nearly as satisfying as food. Speaking of which, if you must eat, the handful of available pastries are good. But it’s four-star coffee that will keep us coming back.
Sunday | 7am - 5pm |
Monday | 7am - 5pm |
Tuesday | 7am - 5pm |
Wednesday | 7am - 5pm |
Thursday | 7am - 5pm |
Friday | 7am - 5pm |
Saturday | 7am - 5pm |
Other Nearby Restaurants
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Hoot Owl Cafe
Ponderay, IdahoHuge portions of such hearty fare as biscuits and gravy and locally made sausage distinguish the fine breakfasts for which Hoot Owl Cafe is known.
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Dolly’s Cafe
Spokane, WashingtonThe omelets at Dolly’s Cafe are some of the best, with velvety eggs wrapped around fresh ingredients. Order a biscuit and corned beef on the side.
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Meltz
IdahoExtreme Grilled Cheese is Meltz’s motto: a fantastic array of sandwiches that include exotic combos of Asian, Italian, Mexican, and even German ingredients.
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Fisherman’s Market
IdahoThe big, airy Fisherman’s Market in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, is both seafood market and restaurant. Fish is impeccably fresh, expertly prepared.
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Pie Hut
Sandpoint, IdahoIn Idaho’s panhandle, the Pie Hut is a charming little restaurant that offers blue-ribbon cream & fruit pies, savory chicken pot pie, and beguiling sandwiches.
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Old Tin Can
Sandpoint, IdahoA gleaming silver food truck parked at Sandpoint’s Oak Street Court, the Old Tin Can is a jolly source of handsome burgers and hand-cut French fries.