Old Mill Saloon

Food: 6. Had a BLT, toast was great but bacon not fully cooked. When they say "lite" mayo they are…read morenot exaggerating. Served on a hot plate that wilted the lettuce. Service: 4. Waited a long time for menus. Long wait for food. Ambiance: 10. The view of the river, the trees and the birds is the reason to go here. I drove 50 miles for the food - was disappointed.

It took over an hour + to get our food. Plus at least 20…read moreminutes after we had placed our order they came to tell us there was no baked potatoes The clams were stronger than a quarter Very overpriced Have to say the bartender and our server were very nice and it wasn't her fault We made a reservation, waited for someone to even come out and let us know where to sit and no one ever showed up. There was no one in the restaurant at the time either. Very understaffed and I don't understand why we need to make a reservation when there's no one to greet you ‍ probably won't give it another chance

Meet Plato, isn't he dapper?

Rib Eye

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The Country Restaurant & Lounge

3.6(68 reviews)

0.3 mi

We came out to Estacada to get Christmas trees in a forest nearby and so this seemed like a great…read moreplace to get breakfast. And I'm glad we did because the food was great and the bloody Mary's were the "best in the country". Get it? We had them in "The Country" so they were the best in that restaurant - because they had no competition. lol I always order food that I do not cook well so that meant getting the biscuits and gravy. Feeling piggy-ish, I also ordered a side of hash browns. If I'm going to be bad, I'm going to be real bad! It was a heart attack waiting to happen but too yummy!! When we walked in, no one was wearing masks - YAY! - but leave it to a "Karen" to ruin it for our server and insisting they put one on. Good grief! Enough of this craziness! "Karen" got to sit at her table and not wear one but bullied our server into wearing one. People like that need to just stay home and cook their own food. That said, we had a good time, other than sharing air with "Karen", our food was great and our server was on the ball and got everything perfect for the 7 of us. ANNNND... she let us have separate checks - which is a deal breaker for me. 1 check = total stress figuring out. Multiple checks = happy customer who will return.

The service was great, but the food, Eggs Benedict, was by far the worst I've ever had in over…read moreforty years. Up until now, this breakfast has been my favorite all over the Western United States. The English muffins were barely toasted. The ham was thinly sliced "sandwich"ham, the hollandaise sauce was almost tasteless, but the topper was the basically "hard boiled"eggs on top! Expecting the usual poached eggs, but what I got was basically a hard boiled egg, no runny yolk no soft whites. Basically an undercooked hard-boiled egg. Maybe it was just an off day for the cook. Never again to compensate me for this abysmal meal they gave me free coffee.

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Eagle Creek Saloon

4.2(140 reviews)

3.2 mi

Showed up on a Sunday morning for breakfast and it was packed. We lucked out and got an table for 8…read moreof us. Got menus and water quick. It took some time to get our orders in. The food was great. Chicken fried steak was delicious! I would definitely order that again. Everyone enjoyed their meal: Pancakes Burger with sweet potato fries Clubhouse sandwich Corned beef hash Staff worked hard and it showed. Looking forward to next time.

Service was quick and attentive. Staff has a great sense of humor. Food was solid and on point!!…read moreThe deep fried mushrooms, steak bites and deep fried pickles on the happy hour menu were amazing! Had the Reuben and it was freakin delicious! The tots are perfectly made. Would definitely recommend!

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Granny's Drive-Tru

3.2(103 reviews)

0.4 mi

So I am working in Estacada for some time and the place is literally an old country time where…read morethere's not much to see, do or eat. My boss recommended me to eat here. Truth be told, I am not a burger girl but why not try something new. The burger was delicious, fries were amazing and the server was awesome. I went back a few times and those kids are just so sweet - thank you

We love the cozy old vibes and would go here instead of getting fast food 10/10 times. But the…read moredrive through can take forever sometimes so if you're in a rush, going inside might be faster.

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Lews

4.3(52 reviews)

0.3 mi

I have to say that Lews is the best breakfast in Estacada. I'm talking about excellent food and an…read moreexcellent price with excellent service. I highly recommend Lews if you just want good food and with a small town atmosphere at great prices!

This review is titled "Basket of Disappointment"…read more We were in town for the Beaver State Fling and I was excited to see a burger joint with such great reviews, so we stopped in for dinner. While the staff were friendly and quick to take our order, that's about where the good stopped. Considering my bill was 22$ for an iced tea, the Bacon-at-or, and waffle fries, it was not worth it at all. The burger was "OK" but nothing to write home about. It was your food service bun, frozen patty, cheese and lettuce. I added fry sauce to give it some flavor. The bacon was the best part of this burger. The waffle fries were fine, clearly frozen food-service grade, fried to order. On a positive note, the ice tea was brewed and done well! Overall the place looks tired and cluttered with "memorabilia" akin to the name diner. And lastly, if you are preparing food, please wear gloves!

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The Rendezvous Grill

4.5(316 reviews)

18.3 mi

I have been coming up to Mt. Hood for... 20 years? And every time, we zipped right past Government…read moreCamp thinking there was nothing much to see. My fiance planned a wonderful mountain getaway for us, and lucky for me- we had dinner reservations here. It was so chilly in December, We had a cold mountain day, and we bundled up to go to our dinner reservations and I have to say- I wasn't expecting much when I heard the name "Grill". I was thinking- burgers, fries, your typical post-ski grub. I was wrooong! We strolled into the coziest little restaurant and were greeted by the two lovely people working there. Felt like I very sweet family vibe. They steered us in the directions of the pasta dishes we ordered, and we had the Soup of the Day to start- I believe it was some kind of Tomato bisque and that hit the spot. The Hazelnut pasta was a hit for my fiance, and I loved that he got to try such a classic Oregon flavor in a pasta- how fun. My chanterelle ravioli filled me up so fast, I also loved being able to try chanterelles in this format. Both dishes felt very creative and full of so much Oregon pride! Delicious!

The food was bland and not for the first time. It seems that the food is of poor quality…read more The appetizer of oysters was disappointing, they were over cooked and chopped up, no whole oysters in the small serving. The service was okay. I have been coming here for over 20 years and the restaurant was always my favorite, this was the place to bring visitors and family. It's not that place anymore.

19.7 mi•Montavilla, Southeast Portland

Chocolate pistachio bread pudding- dense but not dry, absolutely delicious.

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Rigatoni with hazelnuts cranberries and chicken

The Observatory

4.3(2.6k reviews)

Had an awesome time at The Observatory the other weekend. Unlike a lot of places, they run their…read moreHappy Hour on the weekend, which is what drew my partner and I in. You can absolutely smell the fish and vinegar as soon as you walk through the door, which I think gives the place a very homey pub feel. I ordered a spiked peach Arnold Palmer, which I enjoyed (and it was pleasantly strong) and a glass of the house white, which was good for the price. Our server was very fast and attentive. To eat I got the tomato soup with a grilled cheese, which was absolutely fantastic. The soup was so creamy and flavorful, and I cannot imagine a better meal after spending all day walking outside in the rain. The fries were super crispy and I liked the batter. My partner and I shared some of their breadsticks, which were deliciously baked (fresh!) and came with a super refreshing basil crema and a nice tomato-y dip. Wonderful all. My partner ordered fish and chips, and was surprised to find that it is one large fillet of fish, not multiple pieces like you would typically expect. He said the fish was fine, but a little tough. Overall, a wonderful experience. I definitely hope to return. I highly recommend this place as a refuge during the cold winter months!

You know what I will admit that my ardor for The Observatory has cooled over time. I do still count…read moretheir rosemary pear martini as my favorite cocktail in town - and really their cocktail menu overall is still excellent. But the last few times I've stopped in for a meal, it feels like the food isn't quite as impressive as it used to be. Could be all in my head. Not sure. But it's always a nice spot to hang out and chat with friends, you can get seated quicker if you enter through Over & Out, which basically functions as an extension of the main Observatory, with it's own bar and pool tables.

Love the decor and ambiance

Sesame Sweet Chili Glazed Chicken Wings ($12)

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Buffalo chicken salad (instead of a wrap)

Backwoods Brewing Company

4.5(348 reviews)

39.5 mi

Great service, great drinks, and the best pizza I've had in decades!…read more The beers Backwoods makes are all delicious and smooth-drinking. The service staff was all exceptional. But the pizza! Off the charts!, FULL REVIEW of all Services: If anyone who enjoys hiking, river fishing, or just a general outdoor-focused vacation wants a good, simple getaway with their spouse/loved one, check out the Backwoods brand in Carson, Washington (just north-northeast of Bridge of the Gods/Cascades Locks). Backwoods Cabins offers a really great overnight stay option. The 8 cabins there are all basic "two-room" designs (bedroom and attached bathroom, and a living room / mini-kitchen room). The cabins sport king-sized beds, a gas fireplace and outdoor fire, a mini kitchen with refrigerator/freezer and microwave (no stove/range). I think 3 of the 8 cabins welcome dogs. The Backwoods brand also owns Backwoods Brewery, which is just across the road from the cabin property. They have great microbrew beers (from light lagers to GREAT stouts!). The brewery also has a smokehouse, with fantastic smoked brisket, pulled pork, and house-made sausage/brats. But even better, the Backwoods Brewery offers the BEST PIZZA I've had in decades. The pizza dough is a perfect balance of flavor and texture. It's not too thin and not too thick. The crust is chewy in the middle, with a great crusty edge and base. The red sauce (they also have a white sauce we didn't try) is thick and rich, with a few tomato chunks. It's got a slight spicy bite with a sweet finish. They also have some unique house pizzas. We tried the Whistle Punk - Red sauce, bacon, smoked brisket, peppadew peppers, sweet onions, fresh mozzarella rounds - and the Pepperoni Express - Red sauce, pepperoni, mushrooms, tomatoes, banana peppers, smoked mozzarella. Both were outstanding. I'd go so far as to say both Donna and I deemed these the best pizzas we've had in 35+ years (noting that our first date was at a pizza joint in Fife we both thought was the best-ever pizza). If you stay in the Backwoods Cabins, you get two coupons for free drinks at the brewery (beer/wine/cider/cocktails) as well as an assortment of snacks for your hiking adventures, and a full S'mores kit to use over the gas fire pit. And if you are in a dog-friendly cabin, you get complimentary treats, and water/food bowls for your canines.

Gluten free review:…read more Came here after a hike because I believe in balance, climb a hill, eat a pizza. Thrilled they had gluten-free options. Tried the Tree Hugger 10" GF pizza and it was genuinely tasty. The crust? So good. The staff? Kind. The price? About $20, which felt a little "ouch," but the pizza did not, and that's what matters. The place was fun and great ambiance. Take a fun trip and go try this place out.

Smoke house chill

Whistle Punk slice

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Bar area with merchandise to purchase

The Brightwood Tavern

4.5(35 reviews)

16.8 mi

We enjoy the cozy tavern. Good pub food. Fun vibe. Wait…read morestaff was always friendly and polite.

My friend and I randomly stopped by Brightwood Tavern for lunch and surprisingly had one of the…read morebest meals of our whole roadtrip here! Would give 6 stars if I could. We came on Sunday around noon and there was only one person sitting at the bar when we arrived. After a while though, lots more folks stopped by for food and it got more crowded than I expected for a place not on the main road. They have some indoor seating, but my friend and I opted to sit outside on their beautiful backyard patio as it was such a nice day out. I got the chili dog for $8, and my friend got the breakfast burrito for $15. They were able to make it vegetarian by removing the bacon and country sausage gravy. We were both incredibly happy with our meal. They piled so much chili on the hot dog that you can't eat it without a fork, but that's exactly how I like it! I love chili dogs but haven't had any in a while, so this really hit the spot for me. My friend LOVED his breakfast burrito as well. It had everything he likes in it - eggs, tater tots, grilled onions, pickled jalapenos - and is served with a side of salsa and sour cream. We were extremely satisfied with this meal. So glad we decided to stop by here and give the food a shot!

Breakfast burrito $15

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Trails Inn Cafe & Timber Room

3.9(14 reviews)

0.3 mi

Great burger! Thick patty, house made thousand island, well seasoned fries and great service from…read morethe bartender with the purple hair! Highly recommend

Awesome food, and service! And the entertainment on Sunday nights is fantastic!…read moreI highly recommend going there on Sundays for open mic. They're such a variety of entertainers.