Went yesterday after a river day. They said kids were allowed out side. We went outside and there…read morewas dog poop all over the yard and a marijuana bong sitting on the outside bar top! Our server first came out and said it'd be a little bit of a wait. We ordered two rounds of breadsticks and drinks then our main meals. She got drinks out fairly quickly but then all of a sudden our server just left. No saying goodbye or anything. We sat there for over an hour and a half! Never got asked if we wanted refills on drinks or anything. The kids and I asked for pickles and only one of us got any, there was no server in site to ask for any. One of us got a western burger and at the end on the plate there was corn?Then it came down to paying. I had to run around and look for someone to take my money, they said they don't collect money from outside or up front and I'd have to ask the bartender to cash me out. I ended up waiting over 10 minutes at the bar just to pay... It was overall a horrible experience and I don't think we'll ever be back. I never make reviews but I figured I'd save other people the frustration and disappointment

Far better experience than across the street.best food in vernonia .best service very nice staff…read morewaitress was top notch will be back.

We moved into the area and have already grabbed food here multiple times because between unpacking…read moreand chores to get the new place in order, we kept running out of time and/or energy to make a meal. I'm so grateful that they have generous hours and awesome home-cooked style food. This is like a greasy spoon had a baby with your grandma's recipes. Absolutely everything we've had from the breakfast burritos to the burgers to the Swiss dips have been so delicious, huge portions, and 100% not low calorie! We were even able to call ahead from the house for a pick up order which made it much faster to get our food because they're a small staff team so if you order in person the food can take a bit, but there's plenty to check out inside, or you can take a stroll downtown. Everyone here is also super friendly, and if you get the chance to grab one of the homemade desserts they're awesome too! I snagged a raspberry bar and took the suggestion of heating it in the microwave for 30 seconds - amazing! Highly recommend this place and I know we'll be back again and again now that we're close by!

We recently moved to the area and tried The Black Iron Grill for the first time on May 28, 2026,…read morecoming in the early afternoon for a late lunch. My husband and I came in through the back/side door to dine in, and our server, Kris S. (per receipt 5EGX), told us to sit wherever we wanted. There was only one other customer inside, so the restaurant was not busy at all. There weren't many customers sitting outside, either. We sat for about 15 minutes while Kris walked past us to assist an older gentleman who was dining in at roughly our 10:00. During this time, she never once stopped to ask if we wanted anything to drink or even acknowledge that we were waiting, yet she made multiple trips outside for reasons that were not clear. At one point the gentleman asked if he could fill his water bottle, and instead of simply helping him, Kris loudly shouted directions across the restaurant to tell him where the water station was. This went on for about 30 seconds and was quite a spectacle. After about 15 minutes, Kris finally came to our table and asked if we wanted something to drink. My husband said we were ready to order as well. Her response was snotty and dismissive--something along the lines of, "Well, I like to get your drink order first, and then we'll get your food order." After that rude interaction and the lack of basic hospitality, I pretty much lost my appetite and, honestly, if I could go back in time, we would have just left at that point. Unfortunately, we did stay and ordered food. The food eventually came, but I couldn't really eat mine because the entire experience had put such a bad taste in my mouth and I lost my appetite. My husband ordered a cheeseburger and said it was awful. We got to go boxes so as to not cause a scene, but we threw the food away as soon as we got home. Between the poor service and the disappointing food, there is nothing that would make us want to come back. I was surprised to see the good reviews for this place on Google, because our experience did not match them at all. It honestly makes me wonder if the positive reviews are mostly from bar regulars, friends, or acquaintances who might be getting different treatment than new customers. We are locals now, but unfortunately The Black Iron Grill will not be receiving any more of our business. My husband and I have lived in small towns all over this country, and we see the same pattern of predatory behavior from certain businesses: bad or apathetic service while taking advantage of locals who have fewer options and lower incomes, knowing many people can't easily drive out of town for alternatives. We're not in that position, so we choose carefully where we spend our money--and we don't have to spend it on bad service and bad people. Let's call this what it is: this was a woman on a power trip, making sure we knew who was in charge and that we were at her mercy as customers. To further highlight the predatory nature of this place, they charge $3 just to split a meal (on top of already marked-up food prices--this isn't Pelican Brewery on the coast). Given how hard times are for people these days, with inflation and everything else, and given that not everyone is a business owner, it's shocking you'd treat your community this way. We don't believe these people are clueless; we believe they are selfish and vain. Based on our experience, I cannot recommend The Black Iron Grill and would encourage others to think twice before dining here.

Local bar, serving great food. Today I had the Philly Cheesesteak soup, it was amazing. Chef salad…read moreis huge!

Nice spot to sit out back and have a cold brew! Great service old style bar. Check it out it's…read moreworth it.

Business closed and being sold. Went to enjoy this place yesterday and there was a note stating…read morebusiness was closed and being sold due to owner illness

Came here after walking eight miles along the Banks-Vernonia trail. Hardly anyone in here, although…read morea large family did show up maybe 15 minutes after I got settled. The owner was super friendly and welcoming. He seems to care about doing things right, and I really appreciate that. I got the IPA and went out by the fire. It was smoky but soooo warm and nice. There was a bit of rain but the fire and seating area were covered, so the rain was just some nice ambiance. I sat out there for some time just enjoying my beer and the setting. I don't come through Banks very often, but I would stop by here again! I highly recommend it! Cheers!

In general, the Portland metro area doesn't have burgers worth crowing about…read more The old timers will rave about Helvetia Tavern, Skyline, Roake's, Jim Dandy, Mike's Drive In, Fuller's, and Nob Hill burgers. These are various takes on Burger King's Whopper and it's difficult to prove otherwise. Canard's steamed slider? A chef'd up White Castle. Champs, Farmer and the Beast and Tulip Shop? Yes, every city has smash burgers now, congratulations. Wolf's Head? The issue with throwing pork into the mix is some days it's glorious and some days it's the driest burger you'll ever eat. Higgins?! Yes, dad, your $30 bacon cheeseburger was totally worth it and not at all a slightly upgraded McMenamins offering. But Five Stars? I'm genuinely stunned every time Grand Lodge has a show and this place isn't packed. Those who know treasure it, and those who lack the patience are missing out. There's enough commentary on the spartan interior and the counter-and-drink-cooler aesthetic, but the important detail is the note to customers to the right of the register: Your meal is going to take time. It's going to be perhaps 20 to 40 minutes. It will not come out before that time. If you are in a hurry, please go elsewhere. They say this as straightforwardly as they can: They would rather have the time to prepare your meal correctly and sell fewer burgers than churn out nonsense to more customers. Armed with that knowledge, I ordered a bulgogi cheeseburger, took my drink, and settled in to watch the traffic. On a weekday, my only companions were older couples who'd clearly been coming in for years. About 25 minutes later, the burger arrived on its char-toasted kaiser bun (a rarity out here). On the first bite, I encountered both flavor and texture I could only compare to a wagyu-based take on a Big Mac that I'd sampled at a Chicago culinary festival. The patty melted into a near pate, while the bulgogi blended with the cheese into a complementary umami flavor that chains like Umami Burger never quite achieved and local spots like Mr. Bento seem too focused on speed and volume to prepare correctly. I am absolutely late to the party here and realize that countless influencers, food critics, car clubs, and Western Washington County regulars have already made 5 Stars an overwhelming success. But that "best in Oregon" claim isn't just a tilted Yelp score or foodie hyperbole: It's a whole lot of time and effort paying off in a product worth the expense. 5 Star unquestionably makes the best burger in this state, but it's the care taken by the family behind it and the genuine love of the community surrounding it that separates it from the crowd. P.S. I can't believe the former owner of Piattino left a bad review. What would I rather do with my life: Make food and experiences that people remember months to years later and serve as the basis for comparison to every burger that comes next, or open the 30th reclaimed-barnwood restaurant in town with a forgettable take on the same pizza made by at least three other Portland spots?

Have driven past this place maybe 100 times having worked previously in Cornelius and currently in…read moreForest Grove. Knew it had a cult following but just had not been able to make a stop in until a couple of weekends ago after making a trip to the library that is right down the street. Visited on a Friday lunchtime. We were the only people there at first but the take-out business was jumpin' with calls coming in every few minutes. We waited maybe 20 minutes, which seemed totally fair given the care and attention given to making our order. During the wait perused all the license plates on the wall and watched them work the grill. The owner and his wife plus son (?) were all so friendly. Appreciated their giving us a heads up about how big the food would be and not risk over-ordering. We had a a plain hotdog (with fries) and a plain cheeseburger (with fries) and they were both tasty despite the kids ordering literally the most blah things on the menu. Next time momma will get what she wants!

We stopped here after our bike ride. What a great find! We had the chicken and lamb/beef pitas. The…read moreadded avocado was great. My husband got a blueberry lemonade that was not too sweet as most are. There were blueberries and lemons on top. Truly delicious!

Food was delicious. Staff was very kind. Restruant was clean. They have an out door patio both…read morecovered and uncovered. Bikes can park inside the restruant..

I visiting this food truck when it was located in the top wire hop area. Plenty of seating both in…read morethe shade/covered and open areas. Service was friendly and I got all my food within 10 minutes. Overall very solid. Got a double smash burger and a crispy chicken sandwich. Recommend the chicken over the burger per my personal preference. These burgers and sandwiches are extremely messy so take that into consideration when picking toppings. All the toppings are free which is a nice option. Got the smashed sauce and the firebird both were fine but if I was ever back in the area would change up the sauce to see if I find a better combination!

Burgers, chicken sandwiches, filthy fries, and loads of sauce options. Their fry sauce is…read morefantastic, and they go pretty spicy, if that's your thing. It's a food cart at the Canby Beer Library. Tons of indoor and outdoor seating, The food cart serves soda, but you can grab a beer or cider from the tap house if you like. They're always super fast and super friendly. You can order at the window or through a kiosk and pick it up at the side window.

We were passing through the area and wanted to grab lunch. This place looked like it would have a…read moregood burger. I ended up ordering a burger and onion rings and a cup of the clam chowder. Of the two the chowder was the best. It was very thick, which I enjoy and tasted great. Oh and the 80's called and want their paprika back. The burger was good, it was decent sized and the onion rings were fried crispy and delicious. My friends had a sandwich and their special chicken sandwich. Both were happy with their choice. We would definitely go back if we are in the area and I would recommend it. While I initially didn't think I would feel comfortable in a place like this, I was quickly proven wrong. Certainly a local's bar and the staff were welcoming and friendly. They even have pinball, shuffle board, pool, and lottery. Overall clean and decent place.

This has become our go to for burgers and sides, the French Dip is good too. It's not to fancy by…read moreany means but it is still comfy if a little loud some nights. The menu is a bit limited but what they do serve they do it right. Good portions and good tasting food, prices are pretty reasonable too. It's just a good place for a nice night out . The staff are all friendly and do a great job. Its a big spot with lots going on, try it you will enjoy it.

This is weird - it truly is a combination hardware store and greasy spoon…read more The ambience is good and unique. Good service and good food.

Solid food and drinks, and in a fun setting! I love that they don't take themselves too seriously,…read moreso I feel like the place is accessible for us plebeians/heathens, and not too delicate/precious to relax in. If there were kids around, I'm certain they would change the vibe dramatically, and not for the best.

This is a very casual, mostly locals, brewery and restaurant. I have eaten here a number of times,…read moreboth for breakfast and dinner. I have gotten the breakfast burrito when having breakfast and would characterize it as large, yet underwhelming in taste. None of the beers that i have tried are particularly memorable, but they are very drinkable. The service is courteous and they strive to keep the tables clean. The ordering here is done at the counter and I have found this to be a great way of taking orders in a casual establishment. This allows one to peruse the menu at a table at one's own speed, then walk up to the counter to ask any questions about the menu and then place the order. My experiences have been that the employee at the register has always been patient, informative and respectful. They bring your order to your table when it is ready. My experience is that they give you a conservative estimate of the time for preparing and the real time has been shorter. Note that I think they do a good job with turnaround times given how many customers are in the restaurant combined with their apparent significant take-out business. My dinner experiences have been very satisfying and that is what one would expect from a meat purveyor. However, they do not fumble the ball on the execution. Casual food, but tasty. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating: plenty of both. Part of the outside seating is heated and covered during much of the year. I have never been there when you could not choose a table. I think a great casual stop, and a unique one, when visiting the Tillamook area.

Hidden secret in a somewhat industrial area. If you didn't know it was there, you'd never find it,…read morebut we're glad we did. The guy at Tillamook recommend Werner for our lunch. We are glad we found it, as the food and beer/cider were yummy.