It isn’t unusual to find the best hidden gems in small towns. That’s certainly the case with Mick’s Home Cooking, an unassuming restaurant in Shelley, Idaho where people drive all over for its delicious food, particularly its pie. It may not look like much on the outside, but after you’ve taken one bite of your meal, you’ll quickly realize why people go crazy for this small town restaurant in Idaho.
Mick’s Home Cooking is located on State Street in Shelley. From the outside, it doesn’t look like much, but the menu, particularly the pie, is what has kept guests coming back since 1980.
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This small town restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner and it specializes in homemade entrees and mouthwatering sides.
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If you love a hearty breakfast, Mick’s Home Cooking is sure to leave you impressed. You’ll find everything from French Toast made with homemade bread to omelets packed with meat and cheese.
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For lunch and dinner, you’ll find burgers, sandwiches, and other delicious entrees. However, what sets this restaurant apart is all of the homemade food items including freshly-made buns and freshly-cut French fries.
Mick’s Home Cooking/Facebook At this restaurant, you will know your meal is going to be delicious, fresh, and of the highest quality.
While the burgers and sandwiches are must-try items, if stopping by for dinner, try the pasta, country-fried steak, turkey, or prime rib, which is only served on Friday nights.
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The meals served at Mick’s Home Cooking are certainly delicious but many people make the drive to this restaurant for one single item — the pie.
Mick’s Home Cooking/Facebook Mick’s serves an assortment of homemade pies. You can choose from a single slice of pie, a slice of pie ala mode, or even an entire pie.
All of the pies are made from scratch. You’ll find everything from rich cream pies to fruit pies and everything in between. Several flavors are available each day and you’ll want to arrive early to ensure your favorite pie doesn’t sell out.
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And if you want to try something a little different, yet incredibly delicious, try a Slice of Pie Shake. There are also banana splits, single-flavor milkshakes, sundaes, and many other dessert options on the menu — perfect for those who have a sweet tooth.
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You can learn more about Mick’s Home Cooking in Shelley on this small town restaurant’s website and Facebook page.
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At this restaurant, you will know your meal is going to be delicious, fresh, and of the highest quality.
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Mick’s serves an assortment of homemade pies. You can choose from a single slice of pie, a slice of pie ala mode, or even an entire pie.
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Have you ever eaten at Mick’s Home Cooking in Shelley? What are your favorite items on the menu? Did you try a slice of pie? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments!
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Address: 398 S State St, Shelley, ID 83274, USA
