Cafe Aroma

It's the day after Valentine's Day and I made reservations to take my +1 to Cafe Aroma. In the evening the interior was lit up with warm glowing lights and chandelier of what looked like elk horns. A warm fire our drink order and comfy tables strewn about gave the place a local homey feel. We were seated quickly upon entering and the server was quick to take our drink orders and review the menu. The server was very friendly and described every detail of the dishes we were considering. He recommended the Valentine's special which was a lobster and crab pasta dish with a vanilla bean white sauce. It sounded remarkable so I ordered it. The server brought out bread and our meals came out to the table after a short wait. The bowl of pasta was a good helpings of pasta with big hunks of l

And Idyllwild Gem! What incredible dinner at Cafe Aroma. We were seated at the bar, which has such a warm and inviting atmosphere. Our server, Daniel, was phenomenal. He was super attentive and made the whole experience even better. The food was absolutely incredible across the board. Starter: Blue Mussels - Fresh and perfectly prepared. The broth was so flavorful, we made sure to enjoy every bit with the toasted bread. Side: Roasted Beets - A total standout. They were fresh, vibrant, and the perfect way to start the meal. Main: Filet Jacob - Easily one of the best steaks I’ve had. It was cooked to perfection and incredibly tender. If you’re looking for high-quality food and a great vibe in Idyllwild, this is the spot. Ask for a seat at the bar and hope Daniel is working! We’ll definitel

Such a warm, lovely place! Workers were great, and I loved our pasta dishes. Bread was tasty as well. Also a huge plus since they’re dog friendly! Make sure to make a reservation cause they’re packed.

I’ve been coming to Idyllwild for 1,5 years now but I was my first time at Cafe Aroma. Oh boy, I missed a lot! This place an amazing ambience. It’s pretty and cozy. Food is DELICIOUS! They have few vegan options. I had Red Rock Tofu, and we shared vegan queso as a starter which was yummy as well. If you’re in Idyllwild, Cafe Aroma is a must! Make a reservation, this place is very popular.

Having been making day trips to Idyllwild for decades we decided to stay a weekend. Honestly, it might have been a one and done but then there was Cafe Aroma. ✨️ We seriously thought this was a coffee café and never made it up the road that far on previous visits. But after walking by on a Friday night and seeing how popular this place was we investigated 🔎. Daniel squeezed us in at the bar on a Saturday (sold out seating). The service was 10/10. Drinks were fabulous and the food was delicious. We had the Jacob Filet and Trout. It's a cute quaint upscale (but not pretentious) atmosphere with staff who are super friendly and inviting. Special stars for Daniel! 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 The IS the best restaurant in Idyllwild... hands down. We would consider another trip up the hill for an overnight with a