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What to order
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Sandwiches
Most frequently praised item overall: reviewers repeatedly call them huge, generously packed, fresh, delicious, and a great value, with many saying they made a meal or even two meals.
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Breakfast Croissant
Mentioned several times as delicious, hot and fresh, and especially good with bacon or as a bacon, egg, and cheese version.
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Cinnamon Roll
Called super tasty and even 'the most decadent' frosted cinnamon roll made on premises, making it a standout sweet item.
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Veggie Sandwich
Recommended for its fresh ingredients, high-quality vegetables, and filling portion, with reviewers noting it was impressive even for non-meat eaters.
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Breakfast Bowl
Praised for a very generous portion and variety, with reviewers especially enjoying the fried rice breakfast bowl versions.
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Pastrami Sandwich
Specifically singled out as 'the move' and described as one of the best-tasting sandwich choices.
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Tuna On Cranberry Walnut Bread
Recommended for being delicious, gourmet, and well-balanced, with the sweet bread and spicy radish sprouts complementing each other.
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Quiche
Mentioned as wonderful in a positive breakfast meal, suggesting it is a strong choice for an early visit.
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Bean Soup
Praised alongside the quiche as wonderful, and also noted as one of the homemade hot items that smelled great.
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Lau Lau Plates
Called great by a reviewer who enjoyed the casual outdoor meal, making it one of the notable hot plate options.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 7 AM to 2 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM to 2 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM to 2 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM to 2 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM to 2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Eagle's Lighthouse Cafe
No-frills, open-air counter serve preparing sandwiches, plate lunches, breakfast & espresso.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Eagle's Lighthouse Cafe known for?
It is best known for oversized made-to-order sandwiches, especially tuna on cranberry walnut bread, turkey sandwiches, pastrami, and fresh veggie sandwiches. Reviewers also single out the cinnamon roll, quiche, and mac salad, saying the portions are large and the food is a strong value near Volcanoes National Park.
What dishes are most recommended at Eagle's Lighthouse Cafe?
Reviewers repeatedly recommend the cinnamon roll, quiche, tuna sandwich on walnut cranberry bread, breakfast croissant with bacon, and the mac salad. Other commonly praised items include the breakfast bowl, pastrami sandwich, bean soup, chili, and lau lau plates.
What is the atmosphere like at Eagle's Lighthouse Cafe?
The cafe has a casual, cozy, quiet feel with outdoor and covered patio seating, and it is set up as a small counter-service spot. Reviewers describe it as relaxing after a hike, and it works well for solo diners, couples, and groups looking for a quick meal outside.
Is Eagle's Lighthouse Cafe good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is $10 to $20, and reviewers often say the sandwiches are generously packed and worth the cost for the Volcano area. Several note that a single sandwich can be big enough for two meals, which makes it feel like strong value near the park.
How busy does Eagle's Lighthouse Cafe get, and when is a good time to go?
It can be busy with a steady flow of tourists and hikers, especially around park visits, but one review noted that 9 AM on a Friday was not busy. If you want a faster stop, going earlier in the morning or ordering takeout can help, since the ordering area is very small.
Is parking available at Eagle's Lighthouse Cafe?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Eagle's Lighthouse Cafe have vegetarian options?
Yes, Eagle's Lighthouse Cafe offers vegetarian options.
