Breakfast
Getting an early start won’t prevent you from enjoying some of the best breakfast bites in McCall. McCall has the unique distinction of boasting some of the most satisfying gas station grub in the northern hemisphere (trust us on this one). Miner’s Grab & Go rolls out a savory selection of housemade breakfast burritos starting at 6:00 am. Old Town Cafe (inside the Shell Station) has a traditional diner-style breakfast that also kicks off at 6:00 am and prides itself on some of the best biscuits and gravy in the county. Fogglifter Café opens at 7:00 am and features a big coffee menu, pastries, and breakfast and lunch plates, including several vegetarian and vegan options sure to fuel you up for a full day of sledding adventures. If you’re really tight on time (or just a fan of drive thru delights) you can stop at Wild River Java, where you’ll find a big coffee and espresso menu, along with breakfast sandwiches and burritos, egg bites, bagels and the ever-popular Wild River Smoothies.
Lunch
Early risers tend to get ravenous by midday, so be sure to pack a lot of heavy snacks or a full lunch to enjoy during your snowmobile adventure. Savvy sledders recommend the Muff Pot, a heat-resistant stainless-steel container that allows you to have a hot lunch deep in the forest or on top of a mountain! Place the Muff Pot right next to the muffler or exhaust of your snowmobile, and you can enjoy a hot meal of fried chicken, steak, cornbread, pasta…anything you can heat and serve. Wear gloves when handling it and line it with oven bags for easy cleanup. www.themuffpot.com
Happy Hour/Dinner
One of the best parts of being an early bird is that you get to start Happy Hour earlier, too! Some of the most popular post-adventure spots – where you will feel 100% comfortable in your riding gear – include Smoky’s Bar & Grill at Brundage (one mile from the Gordon Titus Parking lot), and Lardo’s Bar & Grill (across the highway from Shore Lodge). Both of these establishments have fun afternoon vibes. You can start off with happy hour and roll right into a delicious dinner at the Salmon River Brewery (known locally as “SRB”). Located in the heart of McCall in the town’s charming 100+ year old Train Depot building, SRB serves a big slate of craft brews, including several perennial award winners. Beer lovers will want to sample the Udaho Gold, Shiver IPA and Buzz Buzz Coffee Porter. SRB also offers a full bar and fun collection of craft cocktails, along with creative dishes and longtime favorites like fried pickle spears, the Black and Bleu Elk Burger, and Thai Beef Basil Salad. Gluten friendly options include street tacos, cauliflower crust pizza and all sandwiches and burgers can be ordered with a gluten free bun.
For those adventuring in the south end of the county, Palooza BaseCamp in Cascade is not to be missed. From the fresh twist on the historic building, to the delicious food, to unique after-adventure activities like ax throwing, this special spot is designed for good times.
