on tap in bend is basically a command center you walk in and it's just food trucks orbiting. bbq smoke drifting through like a signal. hawaiian spot right there (my friend owns it, from kauai, very real, no notes, automatic top marks). something else in a bowl happening nearby. you don't build a meal here it assembles itself around you got a beer. found a spot. immediately noticed they had the right game on. not a random game. the one you were hoping for but didn't say out loud place runs like a system. people moving. orders landing. dogs doing their part now the water cups still got that chlorine situation. like a confident rinse that never got fully resolved and i say that with experience. full year in a boarding school dish house. me, chris, and pat. every night. racks, steam, no mercy there was a stretch where morale dipped and then cotton eye joe would come on and chris would start dancing through the dish line like it was a tactical reset but the one thing he never missed was the rinse. clean. dry. no memory left behind so just offering a simple field guide here: step 1: wash like you mean it. hot water. soap doing real work. don't rush this part step 2: first rinse. strong. clear everything out. no bubbles no excuses step 3: sanitize. respect the process. don't freestyle the timing step 4: final rinse. this is where championships are won. hot clean water. full commitment. no shortcuts step 5: air dry. no stacking wet like a risky investment. give it space. let it become what it's supposed to be that's it. chris built a whole reputation on that system and honestly everything else here is already dialed bbq hitting. hawaiian spot elite. game correct. energy right five stars one more rinse and it's a perfect operation read more

Nice to see something like this on the east side of Bend. While it doesn't have the same outdoorsy charm as a place on the west side (with the tall trees for instance), they've done a good job with lots of seating, with options inside as well as outside and outside covered. There's a sizable grass area (though currently looks like they're trying to re-seed the missing chunks) where I saw a family set up a blanket for a picnic. Lots of food truck options and the layout is simple and easy to compare your options side by side. Drink options were plenty, though it didn't seem like you could get just a soda if you wanted one but I didn't look that hard. Ice cold self-serve water was good with me. Bartender was friendly. We ordered a couple items from the BBQ truck (will do a separate review). There appears to be a nice sized stage for live performances as well as multiple fire pits and heaters for when things cool down at night or in the winter. Parking is a decent size, though don't be fooled by your map app and turn into the shopping strip just before it, they have signs everywhere that that parking is NOT for the food trucks/on Tap. Optional street parking as well, even if the street is a little tight. Would return for sure. read more

Located in bend Oregon on tap is one of the areas many beer gardens. On tap has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating available. The drinks are very reasonably priced. I had one of the kombuchas on tap - I wish they had a root beer! Several food carts are located on the premises . I would recommend rushes squares or the bleu rooster! Family friendly atmosphere I would definitely recommend! read more

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I went to On Tap last night for dinner and a drink and had a great time! My family and I played cards while we enjoyed the evening--such a fun and relaxed atmosphere. The beer selection is excellent, with plenty of local Bend brews on tap as well as some great options from Portland. This time I ordered from the Mexican food truck and it really hit the spot. On past visits I've tried the BBQ and pizza trucks, and both were fantastic. I love that there are so many options depending on what you're in the mood for. Even a truck just for dogs!!! The setting is also a big highlight--umbrellas provide nice shade during the day, and the bar has a welcoming open-wall indoor setup that makes it easy to grab a drink and hang out. Also, the wait for food and drinks was very short despite it being labor day weekend! Very impressive! Definitely going back soon! read more

Great spot! Lots of food cart options. Plenty of seating but probably best for smaller groups. Very dog friendly and good atmosphere. One of my favorite food truck spots. Lots of beer options on tap, they also had some wine and cider available. read more

On Tap - Drink and Hawaiian food - Food Trucks Near Me - Bend, Oregon

Great variety of food trucks, it was difficult to choose they all had great offerings. Good selection of beers with plenty of seats inside and more outside in tents for cooler evenings. read more

This is a great place to come hang out. Their food is great, service is amazing. I wis they high options for for higher percentage beer but that doesn't mean it isn't worth going to. Love the food truck options read more

Loved the vibe and food options at this location! Shaded patio with plenty of seating options, two restrooms, grass area for kids, dog friendly, and a stage for live music! read more

On Tap - Aina Hawaiian Poke - Food Trucks Near Me - Bend, Oregon

Great selection of beers, lots of outdoor seating and some lawn space to play. Food trucks were great too! My only complaint was a major lack in parking in an area with a lot of construction. read more

On Tap - Food Trucks Near Me - Bend, Oregon

It's super popular, so it's usually busy, that's why I gave it one star off - sometimes you just want to sit and hang out but so does everyone else. Food trucks are almost always peak, sometimes closed or sold out - like I said it's popular and good - and the tap list always has something new and interesting. I drink more ciders and meads now, so I wish there were more of those available, but they do have enough "non beer" that I'm not faulting them for that. read more

This is probably our favorite food truck pod in Bend, Oregon. It is off of 27th street, north of Greenwood on the east side of town. There are usually 6 food trucks there. Our favorites are the pizza (Rush's Squares), gyros or Reuben sandwiches (The Bleu Rooster), and BBQ (CurbBBQ). There is some seating inside but much more outside. There are fire pits, a lawn to play cornhole, and during the summer live music some nights. During the winter they set up an enclosed area with heaters so you can enjoy the food even with the snow! Large selection of beers, wine and some non-alcoholic drinks. Very family friendly environment. A great place to eat and relax in the evening. read more

Best indoor/outdoor taproom and food cart lot my wife and I have ever been to (and been regularly going to for over 5 years). Amazing rotating tap list and great food truck selection. read more

Had a great time here. This place has a beautiful courtyard with 6-7 food trucks. I went on a Saturday and there was a great live band. They have a large selection of beer as well as some ciders and kambucha. Beer was good, atmosphere was hopping and food was ok (I had a vegan Asian bowl- didn't like it that much but the salad was good). Would surely return read more

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Really cool spot when the weather is nice. A lot of seating options so you can find table sizes for whatever group you bring. Decent selection of carts as well ranging from Poke, burgers, and acai bowls. Also has decent beer selection from what I gathered from my friends. read more

On tap was so fun! Outdoor seating with space to roam and a variety of food options- perfect for a family with kids. I also appreciated that some of the trucks had items for kids. I had a hard time picking which truck to try try but I ended up trying the shrimp po boy and the PBLT. The shrimp po boy was delicious. PBLT was a bit dry. I can't wait to come back and try other trucks! read more

On Tap is our favorite tap house in Bend. All seasons are fun here. They have great beer selection, amazing staff, and a fun inviting concept. The ambiance is always fun and relaxed. 5 great food trucks to choose from so you also have some excellent options if you're looking to eat too. read more

On Tap - Food Trucks Near Me - Bend, Oregon

Got a bunch of food and everything was amazing!! One of the best lunches all time! Brisket melt and pork belly blt were insane read more

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This place is awesome and convenient for dining with a 2 year old toddler. Casual spot with tables in a shed-like building. Great selection of beer! The food trucks were awesome and provided a good mix of different cuisines. Customer service was excellent. My husband accidentally spilled his beer that was still pretty full and they gave him another one on the house! That is great service! We'll definitely be back. read more

Cute place with lots of seating and a variety of food trucks. Yard games available. Family friendly. They also had takeaway mason jars which was a bonus as we found a cider my husband loved and wanted me to try but I was dd for the night. Would definitely come back. read more

What a great place to hang out and have a beer. Multiple food trucks to choose from and great beer choices. Fun place!

Best tap house ever. Best food truck selection, best tap list, best staff. My only complaint is there's never enough seating but that's good for them. read more

Food truck pods are a thing here in Bend, which is good. And it would be even better if the food trucks themselves held up their end of the deal. I've yet to find more than one that I really like at any particular pod. As it is, having essentially an outdoor patio with myriad draft beer choices conveniently located is why I come to On Tap. The Lot and, less so, The Podski are also on my rotation. On Tap has a fairly expansive footprint with a good amount of bench and picnic table seating, some under umbrella, and significantly fewer seats under cover of the permanent structure. It falls well short of The Lot is this regard but well ahead of Podski. Beer. That's why you're here. On Tap is the leader in draft choices and at $4 a pint, the price can't be beat. Plus, like The Lot and unlike Podski, it's served in glasses, not plastic cups. Ordering is easy and th folks behind the counter are unfailingly pleasant, as if they like their jobs. That's pretty much what you get at all the pods, though. Nice people. The expansive footprint includes quite a bit of play room for kids, so On Tap tends to draw the rugrats more than The Lot, which seems more adult-oriented (although by no means rugrat free). Trucks are located in the parking lot right in front of you. Unlike The Lot (or from El Bueno at 99 Brewery for that matter), food is not delivered. On Tap has a relatively large array of options but most are not terrifically vegetarian-friendly, if that's how you roll. Small parking lot - I've always had to park on the street even when the pod is not busy. And as Camille H points out, when the wind kicks up, dust can be an issue from the empty lots surrounding. I trust that Bend's explosive construction boom will remedy that before too long. read more

On Tap - Large area that isn't used. Could have tables, which are in short supply here. - Food Trucks Near Me - Bend, Oregon

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Amazing friendly service ! Staff is very patient and willing to make suggestions and offer tastings. Food trucks are wonderful too!

We have visited On Tap several times. On each occasion, we received amazing service from Jill. She is the first person I have seen pour two beers from two taps, very far apart from each other. We love On Tap. read more

Very busy touristy area. A handful of food trucks and lots of families.

This is an awesome place to hangout with family and friends. Very kid-friendly, live music on the weekends. They have a big selection of beers to choose from, some ciders too. There are 5 or 6 food trucks in the lot that cater to everyone's taste. We have not been disappointed with the food yet. Lots of seating. Very friendly people. Another plus is the kids don't argue when we say dinner at the food truck place, they actually get excited to go. read more

On Tap - Giant carne asada wet burrito from Barrio - good for 2 people. - Food Trucks Near Me - Bend, Oregon

Sidled up to the BbQurb for a chicken bbq taco or two the other day. This pod boasts a fairly large central indoor/outdoor dining area, plus lots of outside tables. Didn't count them, but there must be half a dozen trucks from which to choose. I've had the Mexican food (8), and the bbq (8), and will try them all before long. Overall,the people are friendly, the beer choices are good and the grounds are comfortable. Parking is an issue, as there just isn't much there. And if you get a spot in the small lot, you have to back out, threading your way down a narrow lane. If they stay this busy, maybe they can rent another piece of land for parking. read more

(tourist review) What's Good: enjoy the nice environment with beers and lunch at one of the food trucks. On Tap is one of the half-dozen food truck pods in Bend. This one is nearby the Costco and Whole Foods, so could be a planned trip if you're in the area around lunchtime or just want a beer. This spot had the most extensive beer and cider list of all the food truck pods we visited. So if beer variety is what you're looking for, On Tap is it. The P.B.L.T. (Pork Belly Lettuce Tomato) at Bleu Rooster is delicious, but something about Pork Belly makes it a shared dish for me. Very well-made sandwich, especially with the Pomme Frites on the side. Just tell them to go easy on the salt for the fries though. The Reuben is something that seems to be popular here, so would be on my list for next time. Jackaroo Pies has some delicious Aussie meat pies (think chicken pot pie with various fillings). We had The Classic which has ground beef, some fillers and gravy -- pretty damn good. It was our first experience with an Austrailian pie and I would not hesitate to come back for another taste. Philly Style has some authentic tasting Philly cheesesteaks. Not from Philly, but I've visited all the staples there and this place is the first I've had on the west coast that has the authentic bun (an Amoroso roll) and offers cheez whiz as an option. Something about a Philly cheesesteak in cold weather...so good. Choose any of the Cheesesteaks that matches your preference, but I would go with the Pepper Cheesesteak with either American or Whiz. read more

I love the vibe and beer selection at this location. Beer service is quick and friendly.

Rad local taphouse with fantastic beer selections, tasty food trucks, friendly owners who throw more wood on the fire for you, just a positive local vibe that keeps attracting me and friends back all the time. read more

In town for a few days and wanted to try a new place to grab some beer. Bartenders were friendly, fast and great. Everyone is very friendly. Dog friendly, kid friendly. Mostly outdoor space. Great tap list. I'll be back! read more

On Tap - Bar area - Food Trucks Near Me - Bend, Oregon

It was just ok. The draw is the space for big groups. We had a very large group so the grass area was perfect. We even brought our own folding chairs. A lot of the food trucks were sold out of key items. Some only had one person working so the service was slow. Food was good and atmosphere was fun. read more

Another great food truck spot in Bend. Lots of seats and tables with lots of shade available. I had veggie tacos from Barrio food truck, they were very good but I forgot to get a picture! Good beer too! read more

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Cute place for a beer or glass of wine FYI limited wine we're in Oregon you should be promoting wines from here not the Hess Chardonnay from California Great assortment of food trucks And super friendly staff read more

Visited On Tap for the second time this week and I am impressed. We almost didn't go because it was so cold, but it was toasty warm in their tented area and we had a great lunch. Several quality food trucks (including Barrio and The Bleu Rooster) provide excellent variety, and the beer list is great. This is a must stop on the Eastside. read more

Open for Business. 30 Beers on Tap, Outdoor seating, Five Food trucks what more could you ask for. The New Food truck lot on the Eastside has opened up off of 27th and Neff roads. On Tap features a wide variety of beers on tap, several well known food trucks including Barrio, the Rogue Chef, East meets West, Philly Style, Himalayan bites, and Curb BQ. What we loved: Great location near St. Charles, Deschutes County Health services and within walking distance of several businesses. A nice variety of beer, wine and of course food trucks. A grassy area for kids to play on or to sit on. Covered area and some tables and benches. Prices are very reasonable $6-$13 for large servings of food. Quick service from most of the food trucks. Beer on tap - see online for list or picture of taps. Places available to recycle cans and bottles. What we didn't love. Parking can be challenging. Not enough seating, half of our party sat on a bench the other half sat on the pavement. Lines were long at a couple of the food trucks. We waited 10-15 minutes in line and another 10 minutes for our food. It was a hot day, and our group would have loved some ice cream, gelato or a smoothie or other kind of icy drink. Overall we loved it and we will be back! Come give them a try. read more

My favorite place in bend !!!!!!!! Love love it !! Who needs a backyard when there's On tap

Best joint in Bend! Excellent beer selection and delicious food trucks! It's nice to have a location that brings out of county beer options!

One of the best food truck lots in Bend! Great selection of drinks. Lots of seating. Kid and dog friendly. Good variety of food trucks.

Loved the layout and seating options here. Had a wonderful taco salad from Barrio. The salad was full of so many great tasting options. Fresh greens, crispy tortilla chips, great guacamole, corn, beans, chicken, pickled onions to name some. Choose your own protein. Loved the jalapeño basil dressing I chose. Great friendly service from the crew at the Barrio truck. Thanks, I will return. Hope read more