We had an excellent experience at the Alchemy Lounge and we're so happy we stumbled upon it. We had…read morea Manhattan and a pisco sour and they were amazing...we love that they create all the ingredients in-house, and the bartenders seemed to take great pride in making them. The food and service were also great.

If you like whiskey, Alchemy Lounge is a treat. If, as with my wife you don't go near the stuff -…read moreit's still a great place for cocktails and tasty eats. I have a few bottles of "the good stuff" stashed around my house that I always say I'll open during a special occasion - which never seems to arrive . It so happens that Alchemy has an extensive whiskey list which included a couple of my "reserve" bottles. This was the perfect opportunity for me to taste them. I had a flight of three delicious bourbon pours, THEN was told about a special rye whiskey which, well, I had to try as well. So much fun, I enjoyed each of my pours at a cost that didn't break my piggy bank. Meanwhile, my wife loved her mango margarita. We also had the ceviche and the smoked crab dip - the crab dish was especially good. All in all, a memorable evening. Recommended!

Iggy's was a great stop while visiting Seaside! We ordered the clam strips with fries and the fish…read moreand chips, and both were delicious. The clam strips were crispy, tender, and full of flavor without being greasy. The fries were hot, fresh, and the perfect side. The fish and chips were just as impressive--the fish was flaky with a light, crispy batter, and everything was served hot and fresh. The bread is to die for! The drinks were amazing and paired perfectly with the meal. Between the great food, refreshing drinks, and friendly atmosphere, we had a fantastic experience. If you're in Seaside and craving seafood, Iggy's is definitely worth a visit. Outdoor patio was clean! We'll be back!

Still great even after a few years since last reviewing…read more Staff is always great. First time getting food and it was great. Open late for last minute hang. Very well lit at night and garage doors open for late night warm summer nights.

Inferno Lounge is such a fun and memorable place! The modern inferno theme, darker décor, and…read morelively vibe create an atmosphere that feels both stylish and unique. Add in the incredible views of the Columbia River, and it's easily one of the coolest places in Astoria to relax and enjoy a drink. The cocktails are creative, beautifully crafted, and absolutely delicious. Their clam chowder is fantastic too. Thick, hearty, and loaded with meat, with a great consistency and a rich, classic chowder flavor. There was also a subtle hint of fennel that gave it something a little different without overpowering the traditional taste. After doing a chowder crawl and trying 10 different restaurants around Astoria, I would confidently put Inferno Lounge in second place, just behind Portway Tavern. Between the amazing river views, fun atmosphere, inventive drinks, and outstanding chowder, Inferno Lounge is definitely a place worth visiting!

Great view. Decent bar food…read more Fruit flies. Loud patrons. Don't expect too much and you will be thrilled.

Excited to find live music early on a Sunday night at this cozy wine bar. Stopped in for the last…read moreset about 7pm, owner was manning the tiny bar cranking out craft cocktails and special homemade sangria flavors by herself. Two guitar pickers who traveled all the way from Arkansas were playing elevated folk rock on electric guitars to a crowd of maybe 14. Comfy sofas around the edges of the bar, and some small tables with tropical theme chairs. Two tables right on the Riverwalk outside the door. Full bar with liquor, surprisingly. Clearly a locals crowd, the last set was a twenty minute encore, and a local musician joined on the drum kit. Owner too? Awesome! I had a sangria in a Mai Tai flavor with coconut and pineapple, it was spectacular. Like nothing I have tasted before, and leaving me wanting to try ALL SIX flavors! Lyon's Den is an awesome find, a vacation themed tropical escape. I wish there was a bar like this back home in Phoenix!

While visiting a friend, we spent a lovely evening at The Lyons Den last night. The owners were…read moresuper friendly, the venue was cozy and unpretentious, the cover charge was reasonable, the buffet-style food was delicious, and the sangria flight was very tasty. We saw a Portland-based Brazilian duo playing live music, and really enjoyed ourselves. I plan to return next time I visit the area!

I would say come here come here for the food but I'd be lying (I ordered their burger with tots and…read moreit was fantastic, exactly what you expected from a burger and the tots were perfect). I would say try the local beers on tap but I'd be lying again (they have 5+ on rotation, maybe all the time idk but tonight they have 5 and the ones I had were fantastic and tried a couple more tasters). If you're going to stay by the water you should come here for two reasons..... 1 )the atmosphere is cool and relaxing with great music from the 70s - early 2000s, and an amazing patio (I came in a Sunday night and it was "slow" [what I expected from a Sunday night]) 2) the bartender is awesome. Not sure what nights he works tho. His name is Pain I think. I was just passing through and had few spots to check out, let him know what I was planning on doing here while I Astoria and let me know what else to see here in Astoria

I wish we had a hidden gem for breakfast like this one in Vancouver. Hell, I wish I could get a…read morebreakfast like this anywhere closer to home. Without a single clue what to do in Astoria (first time visitors), we parked for $10 in the Port of Astoria lot on the west side of town. It was a warm day, and we were hungry, so we took to Marine Drive to look for breakfast and this was the first place we saw. It says they serve it all day. I don't think they have their own lot but street parking doesn't seem to be a premium here. Later on, we discovered that this place also made the vet staff's recommended list which was a happy coincidence. It says on the door that they don't have public restrooms, which they don't, but they do have a men's and women's restroom for customers. Nice ambiance with the nautical theme and some slot machines (is gambling legal in Astoria?). I particularly liked the piece they took from a real ship called Raven and perched a fake raven on it on the wall. Makes the little goth in my heart happy. You order at the bar and the lady who took it wasn't the friendliest. P told me in retrospect that service was slow and she had a bit of an attitude when I asked him whether this place warranted a 4 or 5. I guess she did, but all I noticed was how good the food was! The workers breakfast for $14 is outstanding! The sausage patty is luscious with a nice bite of heat. They make your eggs perfectly and they cook their potatoes skin on in a skillet that leaves the edges with a nice crisp flavorful crust. You need the toast (we both ordered dry wheat) to mop up the egg and eat with the sausage to fill you up. Honestly, haven't had a breakfast where every single element of it was all of great quality. Plus, it's an almost perfect portion of food. I know I want to go back if I can just convince P to ignore the attitude. Another cool local hangout. There was a jolly bunch of older men drinking, laughing and chatting that provided an awesome soundtrack to our visit.

This review is for the pub food. We have not stayed at the hotel, so I can't report how the rooms…read moreare. The pub/restaurant is excellent. It's not big...less than a dozen tables inside, there is outdoor seating, and when the weather is nice I bet it's a great place to be on a warm summer evening. Right on the water, with views of the boats. Ilwaco itself is a bit of a dungy town, but this place offers some delicious dishes, and the ambience is cozy, & romantic. We were immediately seated, as we were the only ones at the restaurant on this cold, wet PNW day. We both ordered a cup of their crab bisque. Delicious. It really hit the spot, and warmed up our cold bones. What I really liked about it was it wasn't too salty! Both my husband and I added a bit of salt and that elevated the flavor, but I liked that the chef didn't over salt it, and gave me the choice of how much sodium I wanted to add. My husband wished he had ordered a bowl. It is delightful, flavorful and a decent amount of crab in it, as well. (I enjoyed it so much, I forgot to take a picture of it!!) The chef really knows his stuff and has a great flavor profile on the menu. My husband ordered the Helm Burger with tots. He gave them two thumbs up. The burger patty looked fresh homemade, as opposed to frozen bought at Costco. It was a decent size, & thick and juicy. With the addition of bacon to it, he was greatly satisfied. I ordered the Deckhand. Let me tell you, this was a delicious sandwich! The pork is tender and juicy, the sauce is sweet but not overly so. The picked added a wonderful crispy texture along with the sweetness of the caramelized onions....it was a tastebud explosion. So good. And so filling. I had to take 1/2 home and was a bit annoyed when I found my husband ate it the next day for lunch! I guess that just means I'll have to go back sooner than later to order it again. I'd like to also mention that the tater tots were perfectly fried and crispy! The waitress from friendly and attentive and the chef was sweet and so pleased with our compliments. Don't wait a moment longer. Get yourself to Ilwaco and check this gem of a place out! You won't be disappointed.

Very disappointing! What happened to this little gem in the harbor? A couple years ago this was one…read moreof our favorite places to grab food and a pint in the harbor. Now, weeds growing up through the patio and paint peeling off the doors are what first greet you. Followed by a greeting of "sit anywhere", and so you choose a clean table that doesn't have the chairs leaned up against the table. Ordered from the over priced menu. Burger served over done, cheese cold - not melted. Shrimp had some strange oily sauce that was not the advertised lemon garlic. View of the harbor is still good, but not worth $100 for a barely edible lunch. Very sad.

Dead Man's Isle is a vibe. Low-key tiki den energy, complete with a pufferfish lamp glowing over…read moreour seats. I went with the Cobra's Fang it was boozy, fruity, a little spicy just as described, and served in the most perfect tiki mug (that snake face was almost too cute to drink out of). Tasted great, but like any good tiki drink, it's sneaky strong, pace yourself. They've got a fun food menu too, but I was too full to try anything sooo next time. With a drink list this deep (multiple Mai Tai riffs, a Zombie, a Volcano Bowl for the table), I'll definitely be back to work my way through it. Service was solid and they had their hands full while we were there and still took great care of us.

What a cool find! This was a fun pirate themed bar with signature/souvenir cups that are made right…read morenext door. Cool things that reminded us of cult classic movies and things from our childhood. The drinks were tasty, the service was good. Check out this fun place if you are in Astoria.

This is a cozy little pub on the actual golf course. No cars allowed. Take the shuttle from the…read moremain hotel lobby or walk down the bike path to the ninth hole. They have a limited menu, but you can order a wide range of drinks and they will bring some food items from the main restaurant. It's right on a putting green and today was stunning. A little cold, so the fire pit was appreciated. Finished out my Gearhart passport stamps. On my way to get my prize!

The Shelburne pub in the lovely historic hotel is the place to go for delicious craft cocktails and…read moreelevated Gastropub fare. We always enjoy our time here as we just enjoy this historic property so much, from the lovely stain glassed parlor which is inviting you to relax with shuffleboard games or pool. The pub is cozy seats at tables, the bar as well as a outdoor patio seating out in the hotel courtyard. Every time we've stopped in, we've had impeccable service. It's definitely a must stop when in Long Beach area! Not only are the cocktails expertly crafted, they offer a monthly cocktail for cause donations, the recent blush and burn, strawberry - jalapeño infused tequila mixed cocktail was delicious and topped off with a freeze dried strawberry. They have a couple Mezcal cocktails that were delicious the 'Enigma' and 'smoking room' offerings are standouts. You must try a craft cocktail when you're at the pub. They also seem to have our favorite North Jetty or Fort George beers on tap, so something for everyone. Happy Hour times offered as well. Cheers!

Super fun pub and steps away from your hotel room which is always a bonus. They have a great happy…read morehour so be sure to check those hours out and plan for it.