

Founded in 1965, Cedars Floating Restaurant is Idaho’s premier floating restaurant, featuring the freshest fish available daily and Midwest and locally sourced Choice Beef. Cedars floats at the confluence of Lake Coeur d’Alene and the Spokane River and is renown for providing quality food and service. Our 18 foot salad bar is stocked with the freshest vegetables, fruits and variety of items. Buoyed by 600,000 pounds of concrete encased styrofoam, Cedars is the perfect setting to take in breathtaking views and enjoy Northwest delicacies such as Cedar Plank Salmon and a Biergarten Filet. With one of the Northwest’s finest wine selection and a full service bar, Cedars is just waiting to quench your thirst!
Breezy lake locale since 1965 with upmarket locally sourced seafood & steak dishes & regional wines.
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 3:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 3:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 3:30–9 PM |
| Saturday | 3–9 PM |
| Sunday | 3–8:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1514 S Marina Dr, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814
Phone: (208) 664-2922
Website: https://cedarsfloatingrestaurant.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: cedarsfloatingrestaurant.com
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Reviews
I travel often and dine out frequently, so I tend to look for local restaurants that offer something distinctive rather than chain experiences. The Cedars Floating Restaurant is exactly that — a place that reflects the character of Coeur d’Alene.
Location & Access
The restaurant sits directly on the Spokane River near Post Falls Dam. Parking is straightforward, but once you arrive you’ll walk across a fairly long dock/bridge to reach the restaurant, which is literally floating on the water. When water is released from the dam, the entire structure rises and falls with the river level, which is a pretty unique feature.
Ambiance – 5 stars for this category
Inside, the design leans into a warm Northwest lodge style with natural wood tones and large windows overlooking the river. The setting is scenic and relaxed rather than overly formal. There’s also a covered outdoor patio.
Menu & Food
The menu is a well-balanced surf-and-turf lineup—steaks, seafood, and regional specialties. The cedar plank salmon is a signature dish and something I’ll try next time. One feature that stands out is the salad bar, which is well stocked and offered as an option with an entrée.
My meal arrived perfectly cooked and at the right temperature, something I personally care about. I took pictures of the prime rib, the crème brûlée, and the bread (delicious and warm, by the way), but didn’t photograph the shrimp with mango because we ate it immediately.
Wine & Drinks
The wines are on display as you enter. The wine list leans toward Washington State wines, with familiar additions like Decoy, J. Lohr, and Powers, which pair well with most of the menu. I didn’t notice any ports.
Service – 5 stars
Service was friendly, attentive, and well paced without being intrusive, allowing the meal to feel relaxed rather than rushed.
Things to Know Before You Go
• The restaurant is primarily open for dinner (no breakfast or lunch), and hours can vary seasonally.
• Reservations are recommended.
• You will need to walk across the dock to access the floating restaurant, which may be a consideration for some guests.
• Pets are not allowed.
• Dress is generally casual to smart casual.
Bottom line:
This is a memorable stop in the Coeur d’Alene area, and I definitely recommend it.
The steaks were tender and cooked as ordered. Good flavor. The service was great, very attentive, but not annoying. Was seated quickly and water glasses were filled promptly. Was able to browse the menu and order was taken quickly. The price is a little spendy, but it was a special occasion and it was worth it.
I would definitely come back.
Yes there’s an early bird meal option but the full menu was available. The pace of the meal was just about perfect for us, we didn’t feel rushed or feel like we were waiting a long time between courses.
The steaks look great, the seafood was wonderful and dessert is decadent.
I do recommend planning on spending 1-2 hours for the dining experience.
Finally, I STRONGLY recommend a reservation to avoid waiting, as the restaurant does seem to get really busy as the day goes on. There’s more I could say but go for yourself and enjoy.