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    O’Kanes

    3.9 (30 reviews)
    Open 3:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Casual
    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Rye sazerac cocktail--delicious and new to me
    Joan F.

    Wow, this place always delivers! My first sazerac cocktail, and I'll never look back. The bartender artfully, lovingly made this amazing drink from New Orleans. Smoky and with hints of licorice, this is my new, favorite cocktail. We enjoyed our drinks in the shady, garden patio. Perfect on a mid September afternoon. If you hate cigar smoke--and I can see why you would--this outdoor patio may not be for you. There was enough breeze to lighten the smell. Time after time, this is one of our favorite aspects of the Old Saint Francis School at McMenamins.

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    Christina S.

    Let's hope this part of the popular McMenamin's stays the "great hidden gem" it is! I was told to come here by my brother-in-law who frequented O'Kanes before Yelp was even a thing. At night it's dark and intimate, cigar smoke fills the air and you can warm up by the wood burning stove. The Old Fashioned I ordered to sip on was just right. It's small so there's limited seating inside where you're surrounded by beautiful stained glass, Grateful Dead posters and music and the story of O'Kane on the wall behind the bar. Outside is a spacious patio with fire pits in the winter.

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    Mike G.

    Great little bar with wood stove and fire pits, have schists for sale and can smoke inside and out. Friendly staff. Great spot to just chill and be low key.

    Mark B.

    This bar is inside the old garage the nuns used. But don't stay inside go outside and enjoy the Happy Hour or come later of enjoy the clear Bend sky at night around the fire pits! The food is standard McMenamins, it comes from the main kitchen so lighter foods like pretzels tend to be cold by the time they get to you but the burgers are fine! I was here when a bachelor party passed through which was fun but it is mostly just people enjoying a nice Bend night around the fires, Oh, and they have a good drinks menu. It really becomes a special place. It's away from home. you set outside and just enjoy being away outside. At night they light a bunch of fire pits and you set there snacking and drinking your coke or whatever (they do serve alcohol) and watch the stars, the fires, and the other people, you chat with your friends, maybe even make new ones...

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    Horribly rude bartender. Made assumptions on our group and treated us disrespectfully. If I could, I would give them a zero star rating.

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    No absolutely love the retro feeling of sitting in a light haze of cigar smoke in a dimly lit old building. So cool

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    8 years ago

    Very pleasant to sit outside on the patio in the summer. Lance was our server and did a great job! The gyro was yummy.

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    9 years ago

    This is a great spot to hang out and relax. It's a great opportunity to socialize with someone new around the fire pits and enjoy a drink.

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    Cool woodsy taverny little cigar and whiskey bar. Fire pits and decor are awesome. Drinks were good. Fun place to take friends.

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    Pricey and food is average. However you go and pay for the extensive knowledge and drink selection and the giant fires outside.

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    San Simon

    San Simon

    4.7
    (107 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    Follow the alley. Trust me…read more You know those places you stumble into and immediately think, "Yep...this is my kind of spot"? That was San Simón for me. At first, walking down the alley in downtown Bend, I honestly was not sure what we were about to find. Then we started seeing little fire pit pods, heated huts, glowing candles, and people tucked away having cocktails. It instantly felt cool without trying too hard. Walking into San Simón felt like stepping into some funky speakeasy hidden in plain sight. Dark lighting, moody atmosphere, David Bowie playing in the background, wild artwork on the walls that makes you stop and stare for a second. Just a great vibe all around. The kind of place where you sit down and immediately relax into the evening. The cocktails were excellent. Not overdone, not syrupy, just really balanced and well made. One of our favorites was the "Some Positive Feedback," which came with this sugar rim that looked awesome and added just enough sweetness without overpowering the drink. Bright citrus flavor, refreshing, smooth, and dangerously easy to drink. Then we asked the bartender if they could just make us something off the cuff. We said vodka, lemon and lime forward, not too sweet, maybe a little spice. They absolutely nailed it. Crisp, refreshing, layered citrus flavor with just enough heat on the back end to keep it interesting. Honestly one of those cocktails where everybody at the table takes a sip and immediately goes, "Oh wow." As a bourbon guy, I was also pleasantly surprised with the whiskey selection. The bartender recommended Stafford's Reserve, an Oregon bourbon, and I am glad I listened. Smooth, approachable, a little sweet up front with some spice on the finish. Easy sipping bourbon that fit the whole vibe of the place perfectly. What really made the night though was the staff. Everybody was friendly in that genuine way where you feel welcomed instead of "served." By the end of the night it honestly felt like we had been there before, even though it was our first visit. The outdoor setup deserves some love too. Bend cooled down at night, but the fire pits and heaters kept everything comfortable. We could have easily stayed another couple hours just hanging out. Pricing felt fair for the quality of drinks and atmosphere. This is not a dive bar pretending to be fancy. It is a genuinely cool cocktail spot that knows exactly what it is. If you are in Bend and enjoy craft cocktails, bourbon, cool music, quirky atmosphere, and places with personality, go find San Simón. Half the fun is finding it tucked down the alley in the first place.

    The drinks are consistently great, always made with care. The atmosphere is a fun alternative vibe…read more When it gets busy, it gets busy--but that's why it's nice to visit on the slower days for even more attentive service, just like anywhere else. Thanks so much to the San Simon staff for all the wonderful experiences!

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    Dear Irene

    Dear Irene

    4.7
    (89 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    From the decor and atmosphere to the unique cocktails and attentive service, Dear Irene is one of…read moreBend's best restaurants. They offer a fixed menu with great starters, salads, and entrees. We ordered the scallops which were full of buttery deliciousness, the chicken which was cooked to perfection with crunchy breading on the outside, and a creamy polenta dish. You can't go wrong but be sure to order one of the salads. Our favorite was the baratta and citrus salad with olives and pine nuts. It has all the textures and sweet-salty goodness you could want. As for cocktails, our favorite was the pear and side piece drinks. The presentation is beautiful and they really are one of a kind. We'll be back!

    I randomly stepped inside this place noticing the pretty decor and classy interior. The service was…read moreexceptional from start to finish. I was served by a tall male bartender who was incredibly personable--we talked quite a bit, and honestly, I'd go back just for that experience alone. That said, the drinks he crafted and the food that came out of the kitchen gave me plenty more reasons to return. I ended up ordering an impressive amount of food, and by the time I hit my fifth large course, he joked that he'd have to pinch himself if I actually finished it. I couldn't help it--everything was that good. He also pointed me toward the owner, who clearly knows exactly what he's doing in the kitchen and carries himself with confidence and intention. Every aspect of this place felt immersive, like stepping into a classy, well-directed film. The atmosphere, the food, the service--it all came together seamlessly.

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    Fun bathroom art
    Fun bathroom art
    Scallops
    Scallops
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    Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails

    Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails

    4.4
    (1.5k reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$$

    We've never had anything but an exceptional meal at Zydeco in nine years here. Staff is always…read moreextremely professional and kind. The food is consistently delicious and always fresh. And the ambience is just lovely. If you're looking for something of a romantic dinner in Bend, I would say this should be near the top of your list. In the summer, they have the fun rooftop bar, which is really cool too. Just make sure you get an umbrella. It can be hot!

    For reasons unrelated to restaurant quality or reputation, we'd avoided Zydeco. Recently, however,…read morealong with a couple friends, we decided to give it a shot. Verdict: Zydeco is an outstanding restaurant in virtually every way. No negatives to report. The place is popular - arriving just before opening on a weekday, there was a line to get in. Reservations are definitely a good idea here. Our early arrival in line allowed us to choose a good table in the back, where it wouldn't be too hectic. That too was a good idea as the place gets loud with conversation when it fills up. Music wasn't loud, just the people. The menu isn't huge but there are quite a few, varied choices. Given the meal was a bit of a splurge for us, I essentially ignored the prices, which are not trivial by any means. Fine dining entails spending money. Zydeco has a ton of reviews and as the menu apparently doesn't change, I'll just say everything we ordered was great. Cocktails too. The Bramble Down is exquisite. Service was top tier as well. Timely, attentive, professional without being stiff. The capstone to our experience involved the bill. We actually had a gift card from 2017 - nine years ago. While it certainly didn't cover the whole bill, or even half, it was a nice way to defray costs. Unfortunately, when the server ran the gift card, it showed no balance. Not sure why but perhaps over the years, the card had been erased by stray EMF. Despite that and given we provided the card receipt, the restaurant honored the card for the full amount anyway. Well done. Highly recommended.

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    BBQ shrimp
    BBQ shrimp
    Oh the carrot cake, rich, smokey, walnuts, coconut ... Cream cheese frosting... You'll dream about it!
    Oh the carrot cake, rich, smokey, walnuts, coconut ... Cream cheese frosting... You'll dream about it!
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    Please sir, may we have some more sir?
    Lady Bird Cultural Society

    Lady Bird Cultural Society

    4.3
    (164 reviews)
    0.6 mi

    Lady Bird is easily one of my favorite spots. The Happy Hour is absolutely the way to go, and the…read morefood is outstanding. The Fluff Head mushroom pizza is incredible--perfectly cooked with amazing flavor, and one of the best mushroom pizzas I've had. The burrata with peaches is another must-order. The combination of creamy burrata and sweet, fresh peaches is simple but unforgettable. The atmosphere is welcoming, the service is always great, and every visit has been consistently excellent. I can't recommend Lady Bird enough. I'll definitely be back.

    Father's Day dinner courtesy of my sons, so I was predisposed to be appreciative…read more As it turns out the establishment is truly excellent regardless of the occasion. We each had a couple of fabulous, well put together cocktails, some appetizers, and our respective entrees. I had the pork chop which was, quite simply, one of the best things I have ever eaten. Marvelously tasty pork with mashed potatoes and a delicious mix of corn, sashimi peppers and spiced nuts. Outrageously good. One slight issue with the server being a little bit petulant when my older son was asking for a particular drink of his own choosing. In an establishment like this, the staff should not get irritated when requests are made by customers. But - other than that one really very slight issue - it was an outstanding experience.

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    The pictures do not do this place justice.
    The pictures do not do this place justice.
    Bone marrow & escargot
    Bone marrow & escargot
    Old Fashioned

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    Bar RBC

    Bar RBC

    4.6
    (34 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    Bar RBC was an absolute win in our book, this place held elegance within their service that I…read morehaven't had in a very long time. When we sat we were greeted with salty, crunchy corn nuts that complemented our cocktails amazingly. We ordered promptly, with food coming out one by one, honorable mentions of the tapas was a miniature jamón baguette, that has so much fresh meat. The dates were sweet and juicy. But the main stars of the event was the flank steak, which was cooked so perfectly med rare, topped with the chimichurri. This made my jaw drop, I typically never order steak out since it tastes to much better at home. But I would pay this price time and time again. Crispy, salty and juicy with a bit of burnt ends. The bravas were also a great addition next to the steak. We ended with a sweet treat, the churros were flaming hot, so soft and plush. They tasted like lemon which was such a great surprise. The dark chocolate dipping sauce complimented it so well. We will be coming back time and time again when visited Bend.

    We've celebrated three birthday dinners at Bar RBC over the last six months. I want to preface this…read moreby saying that the staff is always great. They're absolutely professional, kind and very good at their jobs. My challenge with Bar RBC is the menu. I am a near pescatarian and I have struggled to find the right things to be able to order here. I don't like their steaks or other meat items, they are of medium quality (my husbands steaks feel like they should be $20 from WF) and don't have the same high quality as their sister location up the hill. It doesn't feel right to me to pay so much for a simple shrimp skewer. I've ordered that before, but it's just not worth the cost. I just feel like the menu needs a little more depth. More veggies and more exciting things for those of us who don't love meat.

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    Fried Anchovies and Artichokes
    Fried Anchovies and Artichokes
    Gelda, bacon wrapped dates and e bulli olive.  Order all of it. Trust me.
    Gelda, bacon wrapped dates and e bulli olive. Order all of it. Trust me.
    Mushrooms with sherry $13

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    Mushrooms with sherry $13

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