Crazy and awesome history to this former brothel!…read more The drinks were a nice finish to a long day and good conversation. The Smoking Gun... you gotta try it!

Server was great. Lots of people coming to and from the table instead of just letting him work with…read moreus though, made it feel a little busy. We had to keep telling people the same things over and over. Things like "someone already said they were getting that for us" not that we needed to keep asking for things! Important difference.) The manger, I think, kept saying he would get things then ended up over committing to tasks and someone else would end up doing it. This isn't a complaint just something I'd suggest having a discussion with with staff and change- lots of business do this because they want to be attentive but it comes off sloppy and messy and just ends up interrupting the meal more than anything. Everyone was doing this with the best intention though. Only love and advice here! The drinks were very good. Loved seeing all the holiday themed stuff everywhere VERY VERY cute!!!! we loved the heart napkins and the whole vibe was 10/10. I thought my food was bland, everyone else loved theirs, so I won't dock starts for that. Excited to visit this place again next time we are in town. Edit: docked it a star over the owner passive aggressive immediate reply. Comes off like "shut up I'm right you're wrong." I've been in the industry over 20 years and have seen many place fail, flail, and have great success. The successful ones never have a manager or owner that is passive aggressive over a pretty nice review. I hope you learn to take criticism and your business thrives though! (If you were so busy you wouldn't have, or at minimum KNOW you wouldn't have, time talk to every one. I never once saw you "delegate" a task to someone else. I saw you repeatedly say you'd do a task then someone on staff notice it wasn't done the do it for you. You told the boss you'd seat us then wandered off to do whatever behind the bar and she sat us- her job you didn't need to butt into btw. You did say you'd get cheese and did it yourself. You came by a bunch to make sure our table, and every table we could see, was happy but it seemed more for ego than anything because you kept repeating how but YOU are from the second we walked in until we left. You said you'd get my father in law another drink then it simply never came but whatever we just left without another high priced cocktail on our bill, your loss. Trust your staff, take accountability, much love.) Edit again: the owner refuses to stop lying and saying he's "defending himself" more to that over on the google reviews. Staff is great, food is below mid, owner is beyond help. Edit again: just noticed he EDITED HIS REPLY TO ME to try to change the story that he wasn't as rude as before! So I added a screen shot. Talk about "MESSY." Do NOT support this clearly narcissistic owner! Lying, manipulating, gaslighting, and all over what was originally a four star review!!! Wow!!! Edit again: was browsing other reviews and the owner is flat out lying on other reviews too!!

Excellent Burgers and Amazing Shakes ! This is a must try !…read moreYou'll love it ! Bring a friend and have a meal !

Some of the best sweet potato fries I have EVER HAD! Burger was wonderful but I'm still thinking…read moreabout those fries!!

Trishia was excellent! I travel through many a towns and encounter lots of pleasant people but…read moreTriahia was particularly awesome! I'm a huge Hefeweizen beer drinker and the Prodigal Son (huckleberry wheat) was very tasty. The smoked brisket sandwich hit the spot! Definitely recommend this place!

Such a fun hang out. We like to come in and lounge out when we can while in town. Pretty good line…read moreof taps as well.

The steaks here are scrumptious! The rib eye and filet exceeded our expectations! Great wait…read morestaff - Cody - who were very cordial and attentive! The decor is early 1920s vibe...very cool!

I would be remiss to not review Virgil's and give it my stamp of approval as an exquisite…read moresteakhouse. I had the clam chowder, Caesars salad, and one of the specials, which was a boneless New York steak sourced locally , ordered medium rare. Oh, lets not forget the dirty Martini I ordered off the cuff, neglecting to read their cocktail menu, an oversight I later regretted. This was all very enjoyable: the in-house Caesars dressing practically a food group on its own with the proper amount of garlic, and the clam chowder so deliciously creamy it could give Seattle chowder a run for its money. The steak, at perfect temperature, was very juicy and tasty indeed. I regretted not studying their cocktail list before ordering my go-to Martini. It is extremely sophisticated; I have never seen its equal; and I would have loved to try one or two of these cocktails had I not reached my limits that evening. I loved the decor, an old school set back into the old west, and the dim atmosphere. Service was very attentive and top notch. When in Pendleton, do yourself a favor and spend some time at Virgil's; I don't think you will regret it.

Interesting old timey vibe with a lot of open space. Service was good. Burger was good, beer was…read morealright. Nothing particularly special and nothing to complain about! It was fun stopping in.

Great food, I had the BBQ brisket sandwich with sweet potato fries and their honey mustard, great…read morecombo. The chicken nachos was also tops. The beer was smooth.

It's the oldest continuously operating cafe and bar in Oregon. From the neon outside and in, the…read morehistory and ambiance is a throwback that dates to the 1880's. The bar is long, with pictures of all the Pendleton Round-Up lining one wall. The place is a fascinating time capsule. Way in the back, beyond the bar and the pool table, a very small dining room with counter service and several humble booths are tucked away next to the kitchen. It's old, and proud of it. I've only eaten there twice; I once had a great breakfast there many years ago with my son. The portions were generous, the service was excellent, and as American style breakfasts go, it was about as good as they get. It's not "inspired food." It's the standard stuff, and there's something comforting about that. It's Americana at it's best. The second time was my birthday, and again, I was there with my son. It was evening. When we got there, we were the only ones occupying the cafe. It looked exactly as it had 20-plus years ago. My son ordered a hamburger and fries. Again, no trendy toppings or fuss, just very fresh, very well prepared hearty fare...exactly what we were looking for. I had their "famous" fried chicken. it was without hesitation, some of the best I'd ever tasted. It came with jo-jos, a salad, and garlic bread. It was all excellent, and almost too much food. If you enjoy old school dining in a small town cafe, it's going to be hard to beat the Rainbow Cafe and Bar.

As a family we have been enjoying The Rainbow for 50 years thru many owners. The new regime could…read moretake some lessons from the past. We tried to go to breakfast this morning at 10:18 am and were told they were not serving breakfast and we could wait until 11 for lunch. This is not the first time we have struggled with wait times. First, I understand you have to serve food and have it available at a drinking establishment. Secondly, why are you turning prospective patrons that want to eat and drink. We used to go there every Sunday as a family, it was a meeting place for friends and family. The last two times we ate there it was 1 1/2 or 2 hours before we got fed. This is heartbreaking. It's our 'Cheers'. Please do better!

Exactly as the description describes. Total dive bar. With dive bar food that will require a lot of…read moresalt and pepper. Servers will cater to their regulars and completely dismiss anyone else. Pass if you are passing by from out of town.

Haven't tried any food but have had drinks couple times and staff is uber friendly…read more Even when one member of my party got a little rowdy it was handled professionally.

Well first they use real butter for your eggs, skillets. The ladies who work here are so sweet and…read morewelcoming. We ordered the morning peach panini and my daughter just got bacon and avocado. My mom got the rise and shine eggs were so flavorful the giant sausage patty was super crispy, the wheat berry toast and their freezer jam makes me want to buy a jar of we could. My morning peach was super flavorful the goat cheese and peach Jame with the salty bacon such a good balance. Definitely easy and almost just a little too much jam. My daughter's bacon avocado panini was also right on point. Oh and they squeeze their own grapefruit and orange juice. You can tell everything is from scratch. I wish we had a place like this at home. The ambiance is so cute hippie, little county chic and hipster. The music is great love the rustic seating. Def should come to this spot of your in town.

Service a tad slow, but we got the last two seats in the house! The food was terrific with…read moregenerous portions. Friendly people - staff and customers.

5 Stars for Mac's Bar & Grill - Pendleton, OR…read more After eyeballing Mac's Bar & Grill for a few weeks, we finally stopped in, and total satisfaction achieved! Our waitress (the young lady with long black hair) was incredibly friendly, attentive, and fast. Excellent service from start to finish. My husband ordered the Brisket French Dip--rich, flavorful, perfectly tender-- and paired with French fries that were crispy to perfection. I had the Chicken Ranch Quesadilla with fries as well, and wow... our taste buds were taken to a whole new level! He enjoyed a cold beer on tap, while I sipped on a delicious Bloody Mary, such a perfect pairing with the meal. The food was well-seasoned, generously portioned, reasonably priced, and absolutely hit the mark. This bar-and-grill experience checked all the boxes. I highly recommend stopping by for a lunch date or kicking back with family and friends. Huge thanks to the chef for the amazing food, and special recognition to our waitress; she truly deserves employee of the month! We will definitely be back for more!

Such an amazing place. Me and my friends stop here every time we go up to Washington. The food is…read morealways great. The service is friendly and fast. The inside is very well-kept. Pendleton is such a hidden gem of a city. Definitely recommend checking this place out.

Recently dined at Los Chilaquiles Pendleton and found the experience to be average overall…read more The service was polite and professional; however, more customer engagement would have enhanced the dining experience. Regular table check-ins and ensuring guest satisfaction throughout the meal are important aspects of quality customer service. The food looked appealing and photographed well, but the flavor fell short of expectations. The chips and salsa were enjoyable and one of the highlights of the meal. The chicken fajitas were overcooked, while the shredded beef and crema tacos lacked seasoning and depth of flavor. I also ordered the shredded beef burrito with red salsa. Although the salsa was decent, the burrito was small in size and the meat lacked seasoning, making it underwhelming overall. The atmosphere was warm, welcoming, and did a nice job reflecting Mexican culture. One area for improvement would be the menu presentation. The current yellow folder-style menus with visible price corrections feel dated and could benefit from a more modern and polished design. Overall, I would rate my experience a 6/10. Los Chilaquiles has a welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff, but improvements in guest engagement, food seasoning, and menu presentation would greatly enhance the overall dining experience.

We needed to take a break from driving and found this cute Mexican restaurant. The food did not…read moredisappoint! I will keep this place in mind for future visits to Pendleton.