Maple Street Bistro

5520 N Maple St, Spokane, WA

★★★★4.4(769 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Maple Street Bistro is a beloved neighborhood gem where the Instagram-worthy aesthetic matches the quality of the food, earning consistent praise for its adorable ambiance and standout paninis and sandwiches. Whether you're grabbing a quick coffee through the drive-thru or settling in for a leisurely breakfast with thoughtful touches like their "blind date with a book" display, the friendly staff and welcoming atmosphere make it feel like a local favorite worth the short wait, even when it's packed.

What to expect

Traditional drinksPastriesDrive-thruLight foodSlow sitFamily friendlyQuick grabMeetingsFull breakfast

Google Reviews

MEG
★★★★★2 months ago

I guess my expectations were too high for the quiche, but the panini was delicious! The restaurant was packed, but we were able to get a seat after a short wait. Next time, I'll try the soup or grilled cheese sandwich. When I got home, my daughter told me that my hair and clothes smelled oily!

Dan Wood
★★★★★4 months ago

This is the cutest restaurant that is so cute and clean! The staff are friendly and helpful, food served with little wait time! Speaking of the food..OMG absolutely the best we’ve had. Amazing sandwiches cooked to perfection, pastries are phenomenal! We will be eating here at least once a week and trying everything on the menu!! Absolutely love this Bistro!

Catelin Robinson
★★★★★4 months ago

What a cute place, visiting from out of town and glad we came across this place. Drive through and able to eat inside. Lots of breakfast and lunch options. Have gluten free items listed and allergy notice. Plenty of parking. I would definitely recommend.

Jazmen Carter
★★★★9 months ago

Maple Street Bistro — 6/10 but with huge potential Let me start with this: the vibe here is immaculate. Aesthetic? 10/10. From the cozy layout to the adorable “blind date with a book” setup and the display of local jewelry, Maple Street Bistro gives off the warm, artsy small-town charm I live for. The space felt clean, inviting, and really well thought out. It’s the kind of place that should feel like a hug with caffeine. We showed up about 15 minutes after opening, and while we weren’t greeted, we chalked it up to the two baristas looking busy and another deep in the middle of an order. Totally understandable! Early morning hustle is real. It wasn’t busy as there was only one other customer in house and maybe one person came through the drive thru while we spent 25 min in house. We got our drink and food pretty quick. We ordered: • A 24oz iced white chocolate mocha • The Breakfast Club on an everything bagel • ½ chicken pesto sandwich Paid about $36 plus tip. The mocha, sadly, wasn’t my favorite. The espresso had a bitter burnt edge (weird for that early), and the white chocolate used had a flavor I can only describe as “laboratory chic.” Not the worst thing I’ve had, but definitely wouldn’t write a love letter about it. The bagel sandwich, however? Perfection. 10/10. A breakfast queen. Would return just for that. The chicken pesto started strong but hit a soggy patch in the middle. It was giving “pesto soup” toward the end, which was disappointing because the flavor combo was solid. Now, I’m from the Midwest, so maybe I’m just used to everyone treating you like a long-lost cousin at a family reunion, but the customer service was a bit meh. Nothing awful, just not super warm. When we went to ask for a to-go container, we waited a bit while the staff finished their convo which totally don’t mind but when the blonde cashier/barista helped us, she gave us a solid eye-roll with a lip snarl that felt like we asked for her firstborn instead of a box. Oop. All that said: this place has MAJOR potential . It’s beautiful, the concept is on point, and with just a few tweaks to hospitality and quality consistency, it could easily be a go-to spot. I want to root for this place, and I hope to come back and give it another shot soon, especially for that bagel!

Noelle
★★★★★a year ago

I stopped in for breakfast. The food was unimpressive but good- I ordered a veggie burrito and cappuccino. I wished my burrito was warmer so it would feel less like freezer pieces assembled. The cappuccino was great. Overall, it was a cute place, but unimpressive. I ordered for there but they didn’t have real dishes, just a disposable cup and plastic basket for my food. The whole deal cost ~$17. I would come again but not regularly, and I’d stick to coffee in the future.

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