Thyri (Thordarson) Bainter, (Thyri pronounced Theory) opened the Squeeze Inn Café in 1932 it had one counter, 12 stools and was only 8 feet wide. After her husband Olin, a volunteer fireman, died in his barber chair in 1937 after a fire run, Thyri could have moved back east to live with her relatives but she had a deep love for Zillah. Thyri’s Icelandic tenacity ran deep. She had started the Squeeze Inn and she was going to see it through.
Ted Bainter, son of Thyri and Olin, along with his wife Marge, took over the the business in the 1940’s. Rod Bainter, the youngest son of Ted and Marge, with the help of his two daughters Beth and Laura keep the business going today.
Based on 63 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.7 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No delivery
Address:
611 1st Ave, Zillah, WA 98953
Phone: (509) 790-7041
Website:
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Hours
| Thursday |
4–8 PM |
| Friday |
4–8 PM |
| Saturday |
8–11 AM, 4–8 PM |
| Sunday |
Closed |
| Monday |
Closed |
| Tuesday |
Closed |
| Wednesday |
Closed |
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Reviews
Delia Ramos
This simple shrimp cocktail is the best!! I really should have taken a picture of it but I didn’t think of it until after it was gone. The prime rib is the best. The earlier you arrive the rarer the cut. Staff really tries to get the cuts you ask for. I absolutely appreciate the staff. Very helpful and always attentive. Can’t wait to go back.
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Kevin Osborn
Excellent food. Friendly staff. Worth the trip. We will be back!
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Karen Mauch
The big breakfast was good. This place is a good place for breakfast the waitress was awesome
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Araceli Cisneros
Very first time I went here and I lived in Zillah and grew up there. Very pleasant place. Took my kids and they enjoyed it as well. Employees weee very nice. The meal was delicious. I’ll be going more often now. 🙂
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Denise Harmon
Great people ~ warm atmosphere. Awesome food!
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Milissa Hardy
We were looking for good food on the road- we are anti fast food- found this gem and decided to stop based on other reviews.
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Thomas Townsend
The prime rib is the best around and the service is great I will go back
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Remy …..
This place has a friendly staff and great food had the big breakfast was worth the price!
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Jason Cantrell
The best surprise gem I’ve found in a long time. The food and surroundings were perfect. The next time I find myself in the lower Yakima Valley I will be stopping to eat there for sure.
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Veronica Bermudez
Great prices and Best customer service
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