Oregon Coast Dining, Restaurants, Eateries, Menus, Diners

Restaurants and Dining in Seaside, Oregon

The Seaside Oceanfront Inn and Restaurant

One of only two restaurants in town offering oceanfront dining. The atmosphere is Northwest inspired: river rock wood burning fireplace, leather furniture, walnut tables and chairs all make the restaurant intimate, sophisticated and casual. Breakfast is served 8 a.m. – 10:30 a.m., and lunch 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Dinner 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. Reservations are highly recommended, especially on weekends. The menu boasts appetizers, soups, salads grilled sandwiches, seafood, daily specials and desserts. The bar serves wine, specialty cocktails, a selection of beers, iced tea and other beverages. 581 South Prom. Seaside, Oregon. 800-772-7766. 503-738-6403. www.theseasideinn.com

Bell Buoy of Seaside/ Buoy's Best Fish House

That ancient sign - that quaint bit of old time Americana on the roadside of 101 in Seaside - is also a sign of great grub. It's famous as a fresh seafood market, but last year Bell Buoy added a much-lauded restaurant: Bell Buoy's Best Fish House. There, you can grab all manner of seafood melts, cocktails, shooters and baskets of yummy stuff. Let your tummy bask in the warm glow of excellent melts with local Dungeness crab, shrimp, smoked salmon and oysters, as well as delicious seafood cocktails of a large variety. All is quite reasonably priced. And whatever you do, DON'T miss their tuna melts! 1800 S. Roosevelt Dr., Seaside. (503) 738-6348. You can order this yummy stuff online as well, at www.bellbuoyofseaside.com.

DIVE INTO LUXURY, HISTORY AT THE TIDES THE TIDES BY THE SEA, Seaside. For over 80 years a favorite of Seaside visitors. 51 oceanfront condos, individually owned and decorated. Suites for couples, small apartments with fireplaces and kitchenettes, one or two bed family units with fireplaces, kitchens and dining rooms. Oceanview cottages sleep anywhere from two to eight, w/ two bedrooms, some with lofts, fireplaces and kitchens. Heated outdoor pool, enormous grounds w/ picnic tables - all at quiet southern end of Seaside. 2316 Beach Drive. 800-548-2846. www.thetidesbythesea.com.

Flashback Malt Shoppe & Gifts

It's the ice cream shop so good Elvis (apparently) came back from the dead to hang out here. In the midst of a load of 50's memorabilia and kitschy fun, the Flashback revels in history and the charms of culture from bygone days. Their gift shop hawks quite the selection of curio items from pop culture.

Ice cream and milk shakes are the big attraction here, however, with a huge variety of all. Smoothies are especially yummy as well, with fruity varieties that tingle the palate while freezing the back of your parched throat. They're made with real fruit, too.

Their menu of sundaes is large and intriguing, with one scoop of their regular sundaes going for $2.50 and two scoops going for $3.50.

Then there are their "fancy sundaes," which feature incarnations of banana splits that include various flavors of ice cream, different sauce coverings, as well as a "Hot Fudge Brownie" take on the sundae - all around $4.50.

Their specialty sundaes include toppings you can't get in the regular sundaes. The Dusty Road comes with a scoop of vanilla and chocolate, hot caramel sauce and crushed malted milk balls for $3.75. The Black & White features a scoop of chocolate ice cream covered with marshmallow topping and a scoop of vanilla covered with chocolate syrup, for $3.50. Others in this genre are capped with a variety of syrups, sauces and goodies, and have names like "Turtle Sundae," "Seaside Delight" or a graham cracker-covered little ditty called "S'Mores Sundae." 318 Broadway. (503) 738-6614.

Zinger's Homemade Ice Cream

Dive into scrumptious homemade ice cream - plus they make their own fudge. Of note is their take on chocolate with malted milk balls in it. It's quite a mouthful. Or the powerful fresh fruit taste of the marionberry, using real Marion County berries. Also spectacular are the other fruit flavors, such as the tangy (and very real) strawberry, and the seriously wowing (but only periodically available) mango. All the fruity ones have chunks of the real thing inside, waiting to surprise. Sugar free and diabetic options are available, but mostly Zinger's specializes in frozen excess. Singles are actually the size of two scoops and doubles - well, they're twice as large. 210 Broadway. (503) 738-3939. www.zingersicecream.com

CANNON BEACH Dining, Restaurants

Fultano's Pizza

Gourmet Italian and a Family Price. This one delivers to local hotels, and they feature slices for lunch. There's a special thin crust recipe that's especially tasty, crunchy and yet still tender in a way that manages to combine both those latter qualities seamlessly.

There are many of the standbys, as well as gourmet varieties like the Margherita (garlic and herb olive oil, three cheeses, red onion and more), a Greek-themed specialty, a Goat Cheese pizza, and specialties with Teriyaki Chicken, Linguica, BBQ Chicken and a variety of seafood selections. One item features a distinctive sausage with mashed grapes for the sauce, providing a subtle, sweet tang. The sausage is spicy and zippy, making a nice balance to the slight sweetness.

One must-try is their pasta (about $10). They have a homemade tomato sauce that stacks up against anything Europe could dish out. This is one stunning, mother-of-all sauces, and their penne pasta with meatballs is a seriously addictive dish. 200 N. Hemlock and Second Street. www.CBfultanos.com (503) 436-9717.

Inn at Cannon Beach. Beautifully wooded natural setting at quiet south end of Cannon Beach. Great during winter storms with a new book by the fireplace – or when the sun is out for family fun and beach strolling. Handsome beach cottage-style architecture. Lush flowering gardens and naturalized courtyard pond. Warm, inviting guest rooms. Continental buffet breakfast. Warm Cookies. Family and Pet Friendly. Welcome gifts. Smoke-free. Complimentary Wireless Connectivity. Wine and book signing events. 800-321-6304 or 503-436-9085. Hemlock At Surfcrest, Cannon Beach, Oregon. www.atcannonbeach.com.

Dooger's

One of the most celebrated seafood eateries on the coast is Dooger's, in Seaside, Long Beach, Washington and Cannon Beach - and most recently in Warrenton. You could begin with fairly inexpensive breakfasts, with most dishes around $5, and nothing over $9. Standards like pancakes, waffles, steak & eggs and omelettes are in great abundance. But they specialize in some interesting seafood breakfast items, as well as drool-inducing delight called the "Hobo Scramble" - that blends your choice of meat with eggs, mushrooms, celery, onions, tomato and green pepper (about seven bucks).

Their lunch and dinner selections are enormous. Lunch entrees are $7 to $11, featuring a large array of former ocean-dwellers, including calamari, petrale sole, rock shrimp, catfish, scallops, clams and smoked salmon, among others. Sandwich selections - about $5 - include many of the usual meat goodies, as well as seafood.

Dinner is all about the seafood, with the large selection mentioned above, except they come with salad, and a choice of other items. These large dishes are hearty, with fish n' chips in the form of halibut, salmon or cod. Oysters, catfish, halibut or sea scallops might come sautéed, pan-fried, grilled, poached or in a Cajun style, depending on what you order. There are crab legs, lobster, filet mignon and burgers too. Dinners are available as a regular meal or a lighter, two-third sized version that's less expensive. Regular dinners are anywhere from $11. 95 (for fish 'n' chips) to $20 for more extravagant seafood platters. There's a sizable fettuccini menu too, from $12 to $18. 1371 S. Hemlock. (503) 436-2225.

The Ocean Lodge. There will not be another property built like this in Cannon Beach in our lifetimes. Rare, premiere ocean front location; handsome, dramatic architecture and tasteful, fun (nostalgic) beach interiors. Overlooks Haystack Rock. 100 percent smoke free. Imaginative special occasion packages. Massive wood burning lobby fireplace. Library w/ fireplace, stocked with impressive book collection. Pet and family friendly. Lavish continental buffet breakfast. In-room fireplaces, mini-kitchens. Jacuzzi tubs in select rooms. DVD players, complimentary movies. Morning paper. Warm cookies. 888-777-4047. 503-436-2241. 2864 Pacific Street. Cannon Beach, Oregon. www.theoceanlodge.com

The Wine Shack. This Cannon Beach stalwart is enjoying its 27th year of bringing the fine, fruited nectar to the North Coast. Every Saturday, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., it's wine tasting from bottles from around the world. There's a large selection of Oregon and Northwest wines as well as rare vintages from Bordeaux, Australia, California and Italy. Owners Dean and Pat Reiman like to brag that The Wine Shack was named one of the top 50 wine shops in the U.S. by GQ Magazine. You can purchase some wondrous wines online from them at www.beachwine.com. Next to the Coaster Theater, Cannon Beach. 800-787-1765.

Manzanita Dining, Restaurants

Left Coast Siesta

Tasty, inexpensive and innovative are the key words. Glorious enchiladas or burritos come stuffed with ingredients in an intriguing and unforgettable recipe that's a combo of spices, herbs and one spunky sauce. There are tacos that are much larger than you'll expect, and other Mexican goodies as well. Most items are $4 to $8, and most single items are meals in themselves. You won't go away hungry. With a little bit more coin, you can double up or triple up on items. You can choose between a great number of ingredients, and how hot you want your Mexi-delicacy to be. Outdoor dining on the porch is something you must experience, with some lovely views of the ocean in the distance. It's a famous little eatery on the coast - and for good reason. 288 Laneda Ave. (503) 368-7997.

Dining in Nehalem, Wheeler

Nehalem River Inn and Restaurant. One of the most hidden yet scrumptious upscale delights on the coast, the restaurant utilizes organic produce along with the finest meats and seafood, prepared in Chef Hamic’s famed style. An outdoor patio allows you to dine in a lush, forested setting in nicer weather, while warm, elegant surroundings typify the interior. Wine bar coming w/ small menu and outdoor area. Menus change, but you may find items like Gravlax-style salmon with English cucumber, roast quail with green lentils and chicken apple sausage, New York Steak with truffled potato gratin and portabello mushroom, seared diver scallops with crème fraiche and goat cheese grits, Muscovy duck breast with risotto-style barley, or pan roasted Japanese black bass. Entrees in high $20's to low $30s. $40-$50 per person with food and wine. Reservations required. On Highway 53 - just 1.3 miles east of Highway 101. 34910 Highway 53, Nehalem, Oregon. (503) 368-7708. www.nehalemriverinn.com

Sea Shack.This lovely gem stands out for dockside dining. Here, grab a bite to eat and watch the bay. Sunsets here are one of the big hidden secrets on the coast, with the still waters of Nehalem Bay reflecting the light in a way that's unforgettable. Although you're a few miles inland, you can actually still hear the ocean. Sometimes, you may spot wildlife, like elk, cavorting on the land across the way.

The Sea Shack features an extensive menu that includes a large selection of famous seafood items, including interesting stuff like a Bucket of Chili Shrimp (in a spicy broth) or the enormous Sea Shack Platter (consisting of all of whatever seafood they have on hand, made to order, for $30.)

There are cheese jalapeno fries, luscious soups, various sandwiches, steaks, chicken and pastas. And if that isn't enough, its bar is one of the coziest and friendliest on the North Coast. 380 Marine Drive. (503) 368-7897.

ROCKAWAY BEACH Dining, Restaurants

Rick’s Roadhouse Bar & Grille

Classy yet not pretentious, this gem is another shot in the arm for Rockaway Beach, with the feel of a cozy, neighborhood bar you’d feel good about taking your grandma to. Exceptional food populates the menu throughout the day, such as the gargantuan toasted sub sandwiches. Turkey, pastrami, chicken and an exceptional Italian meatball sub all come with a gourmet touch (all around $8). There’s a hefty helping of coastal comfort foods, such as large portions of halibut and chips, prawns and chips, chicken wings, etc. Burgers have some nifty new takes, such as the chili burger, or the ones with cube steak or grilled mushrooms (all around $7). There’s a small selection of Mexican favorites, and some interesting extras like steak fingers, polish hot dog or egg rolls. They feature karaoke at night as well. 184 Highway 101. Rockaway Beach, Oregon. 503-355-2052.

Blue Water Grill

One of the best views on the entire Oregon coast: their outdoor dining and its ocean vistas and breezes cannot be beat. Right next to the main wayside of Rockaway Beach, the Blue Water features a stunning array of NW and coastal cuisine favorites, done with a warming, downhome style. Classy pastas that lean towards seafood, a variety of seafood platters that lean towards out-of-this-world, and a big selection of applaud-inducing steak and chicken dishes all have an upscale twist ($12 to $25). Burgers are delicious and rather monstrous, such as the weighty house special that comes with smoked bacon, Tillamook cheddar and a fried egg (all around $9). Hot sandwiches go some exciting places, such as the Cajun Muffuleta (all around $10). A variety of seafood, veggies and other cool tidbits make up the appetizer menu. Many different salads. Perfect for kids; great adjacent bar with entertainment at night. 210 South First Rockaway Beach. (503)-355-3111.

Karla's Smokehouse & D'Max BBQ

One cooks the stuff on land; the other handles the stuff from the sea. In the last year, the legendary Karla's Smokehouse teamed up with D'Max BBQ to cover both ends of the Earth's best animal edibles. Karla's, around for 41 years, sells some of the finest fresh fish around - caught at sea and then flash frozen there. The goodies here include Sashimi-quality salmon, halibut and ling cod, as well as other selections. You can get these delectables uncooked, smoked or served cooked on the premises. Then, along with Cape Meares Gourmet Oyster, you can also grab fresh oysters from the Northwest.

From the giant van outside, D'Max BBQ serves insanely delicious barbecued delights, like pulled pork, turkey, beef brisket and ribs - usually between $6 and $9. They marinate the meats for about 24 hours, then smoke them for around 10 hours. With the pork ribs, the result is barbecue that is rich, juicy and very tasty. You can get a sampler for 12 bucks: called "A Little Bit of Everything." D'Max is an experience not to be missed on the coast, and probably alone worth the drive to Rockaway. 2010 Hwy 101. (503)-355-2362 (for Karla's); (503) 312-4120 (for D'Max).

Bay City Dining, Restaurants

Pacific Oyster, Bay City

It's hard to get fish fresher than this, as it's processed right here after coming in from the sea. At the end of the dock here, it's probably Bay City's only recognizable feature, with piles of shells near the landward side. But it's also a famous little family eatery, where the seafood practically gets shuffled from the sea straight into your mouth. Soups and salads include many seafood specialties, of course, including cioppino, chowders, crab Louie and cheese breads (from $3 to $14). Fish 'n' chips come in various incarnations, like oysters, halibut, cod, rock fish, prawns or chicken strips (about $8). Find seafood sandwiches with shrimp, tuna or crab, as well as burgers, around $9. Finally, a small but tempting selection of dinners includes pan fried oysters, fillets of salmon or halibut, sautéed scallops and other goodies around $12. Stunning views of the bay - during the summer you can sit outside and take in the sea air. All sorts of fresh seafood and flavorings on sale to take home. Also visit their Portland and Newport locations. 5150 Oyster Drive, Bay City, Oregon. (503) 377-2323. www.pacseafood.com.

Lincoln City Dining, Restaurants, Eateries

60's Café

Time warp back to the 60's in this family-oriented cutie tucked away at the back of the Lighthouse Square in Lincoln City. Burgers, milkshakes, grilled goodies and standard American sandwiches occupy the menu of a place stuffed with Americana and memories. Their burgers are fairly basic but sizable, with standbys like cheeseburgers, bacon cheeseburgers or patty melts coming in around $7.50. Get a chiliburger for $8, (which comes with cheese and onions), burgers with ham, egg and cheese, the Teriyaki Swiss or even a veggie burger.

Those with really hearty appetites can double the patties and double the amount of fries for a total of $11.50. Those with lighter appetites can go for junior burgers with smaller patties, mostly around $6. On the grill side, get a BLT, Reuben, clubhouse, tuna melt or the Philly Cheese Steak, all around $8. Side orders can include interesting treats like garlic toast, corn bread or cottage cheese. There are seafood goodies, and huge milkshakes in flavors like almond roca, mint, blackberry, mocha, cherry, banana, butterscotch, hot fudge, peanut butter or even Oreo. These will set you back $4.75. 4157 NW Hwy 101. (541) 996-6898.

Dining in Newport, Oregon

Café Stephanie

This tiny wonder in the Nye Beach district specializes in gourmet, rather legendary, lunches, with hot sandwiches around $7 for a full one and $3.95 for half. There is the French Dip, the BBQ ham, Reuben, Club and a roasted veggie with gobs of greens inside. The Grilled Salmon comes with roma tomatoes, a pesto mayonnaise and pickled red onions. The Tuna Melt arrives with bacon in the mix.

Cold sandwiches ($3.95 & $5.95) include delicacies in the ham, salami, roast beef and veggie categories, often with a variety of lovely additions such as Dijon mustard, herbed cream cheese and premium vegetables. They have an intriguing fish taco recipe, and a turkey wrap that comes with a curried cucumber/mango slaw.

There's a kids' menu including hot dogs, PB&J or a cheese sandwich. Meanwhile, breakfast specials change daily, and they also have espresso and salads. 411 Coast St. (541) 265-8082.

Yachats Dining, Restaurants

Landmark Restaurant & Lounge

The view here presents a flood of wonders from the natural world, including all manner of wildlife wandering past you. One moment, a seal is bouncing around the surf at the baymouth; another, something large, mysterious and unidentifiable comes slithering down the river into the sea - all for your mealtime amusement. Then there are those oddball, somewhat surreal times a local seagull gets greedy and begs for food through the glass. Ask the employees about these fowl: they actually know them by sight and have names for them.

It's a free show at this legendary "seafood dive," with one of the best views on the Oregon Coast - and some of the finest Italian cuisine in the state. Sauces are light, delicate and very subtle, yet with a tang that's potent but not overpowering. Other goodies include things like Halibut Fillet, Wild Salmon Fillet and Pacific Cod Fillet ($13.95 - $19.95) - all made from fish caught by local fishermen. Hwy 101, Yachats. Call: (541) 547-5459.

 

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