First day of my work trip arriving in town. The hotel highly recommended visiting here. Sunday 7pm…read moreis quiet but I'm not upset. Bartender was friendly and knew his mixology well! I didn't order food but I'm sure it's delish! My drink was yummy and the decor is rustic and modern. I liked that the place felt clean too.

I've loved Velvet for years, at least the idea and aesthetic of it. Really well curated interior…read morewith a great ambiance. The owner is the only person I've felt good vibes from. The rest of the team, especially recently, have unfortunately always had frankly unwelcoming, bored, avoidant, unenthusiastic, dead expression attitudes no matter the time or stress level. I've even been in when zero customers were in the entire building and based on the sole interactions with the bar, or lack thereof, the magic gets leached away from the place. Without the bartenders, it's just an empty building after all. A welcoming attitude or some conversation is the warm hearth that brings cold travelers back over and over again; people remember how they feel. Then again, even when the place is packed with people, I don't feel any warmth or connection from anyone here. Maybe it's a sign of the times, maybe it's Bend in general. I'll keep trying and coming back nonetheless.

I came here two different times while visiting Bend…read more My first time was to grab a drink before meeting someone for dinner at another restaurant. The Smokey pineapple mescal drink was really good. I would definitely recommend. I came here another night on HH. I got the ceviche and a pineapple margarita. Both also equally delicious. The service here was very slow and I had been sitting at the bar which was strange.

Best margarita of my life!…read more Love the vibe of this restaurant. Food and drinks were 10/10. They have indoor seating and a back patio. This place was quite popular when we went on a Saturday afternoon.

Participated in a wedding rehearsal buffet dinner with signature cocktails, far exceeded my…read moreexpectations. The array of food was excellent & enjoyed one of the signature drinks. Since they have opened been to the dining venues 4 times, just keeps getting better. I must try the Wayfarer. The serve staff was attentive. Ambiance charming on the upper deck & accommodated 50 guest comfortably. Highly recommend check out the facilities at the hotel.

Happy hour 3-5pm! This is one of the better valued happy hour spots in the area, most notable was…read morethe cocktails are $5 off posted prices during happy hour. I got the Violet, You're Turning Violet and the granny brie melt for a decent sized meal before my flight. The cocktail was fruity and spirit forward at the same time, and it was refreshing. The sandwich was hearty with generous amounts of apple and brie without overpowering the flavor of each of the ingredients. Value and service was good while seated, but I took off a star as I waited almost 20 minutes with no one greeting me and seating me, which ate up a lot of time that I could've relaxed and ordered more food and drinks.

This is an amazing spot all year round to kick back and enjoy a light meal and a drink. A lovely…read moregarden of edible herbs sometimes used in the delicious creations is backed by views of all the mountains. Service is great as well. Definitely coming back!

22 dollars for a charcuterie "board" which was a plate with 6 pieces of salami,6 pieces of cheese…read moreand some nuts! 16 dollars for a Mediterranean plate that had a little hummus and one pita sliced! If you want a quality experience worth your money do not go here!

Very wonderful happy hour; and...the best espresso martinis in town!!…read more Went back for dinner; delightful experience!

Unimpressed. Loved the interior, the drinks were fine, the brussel sprouts were good...but service…read moreis what makes a spot and a cute interior can't make up for lack of good service. We were seated at the low seats at the bar but weren't given menus, so I had to walk up to the hostess stand for them after waiting for a decent amount of time. The red-headed bartender/server tried to walk away after taking our drink order and had to stop him from walking away to order food. There were no check-ins at the table, a hostess walked around once filling everyone's water but that was it (so we had empty water for about half the time we were there), I had to flag down the bartender by staring at him from across the bar to get his attention for a check, once I got the check he again tried to immediately walk off even though I had the card & wallet on the table and nearly immediately put it in the book, and in general he was not amiable. I actually asked my friend after the first interaction of 'do you think he's having a bad day or hates it here?'. Lastly, the oysters are listed as 'oysters' with no description but they are not normal oysters - they have green vinaigrette, some roe type orange topping, and personally weren't enjoyable. 2.5 for service and not listing ingredients. 3 because the brussel sprouts and drinks.

Great crowd of people all ages. Very welcoming and even when they are busy. I want to go more to…read morethis one.

Cool spot. Didn't have to wait too long. Cool mix of interesting flavors. Service was good. All the…read morefood options looked pretty weird so didn't end up ordering any.

This is the best place for fine dining in Sisters. The food is consistently good and the staff is…read morewhat makes this place. Always a great time and we recommend this place to anyone that wants a great meal and exceptional service. Love the art gallery and special events.

Update review. We keep getting a male server who is stressed out and impatient. Makes us feel…read morerushed. Acts like he's a great waiter and like we're unworthy customers. He sweats and pushes us to order and eat fast, doing that waiter thing when they pretend they are not rushing you. "Just checking if you need that plate taken away." Not fooling anyone. Brusque to my brother who is into fine wines and requested tastes of some by-the-glass wines before committing to a glass or a bottle. My wife stated she is uncomfortable around the server. We don't go to the Open Door much now. Old review. A real romantic spot. Great drinks. My wife loves it. Sitting outside is best but the bar is good too. Some nights they put tables in the art gallery out front and you sit around the paintings and jewelry, kind of fun. There used to be a waitress named Kristen or Kirsten, a lady with long hair and clogs, the best server I've ever had and I don't just mean in Central Oregon. The Open Door is the probably the best dining experience in Sisters. Living in Tumalo and working throughout Oregon, I go to Sisters often. Unfortunately Sisters isn't a great town for food. The Open Door has some very-good food, and some pretty-good food. You never know which it's going to be. The halibut, meatballs, and lasagnas are solid. Berries and cream dessert is great. The menu doesn't change much over the years. If my wife didn't love it I wouldn't go back so often. Get bored eating the same dishes over and over. When my brother and his grown kids visit they like the atmosphere, especially those small houses outside with the plants. However they have trouble finding a selection that works for their way of eating, allergies, one is vegan and one is lactose intolerant.

I won't be able to give this place enough praise without sounding fake. But of the MANY restaurants…read morearound the world that I have reviewed, Cascada is among the best. I have eaten here several times now, and both the food and the service are dependably excellent. The burger is one of my favorites with a tomato jam that elevates "burger" to "you gotta try this". I've also enjoyed an amazing scallop appetizer with wild mushrooms and an incredible sauce. For breakfast, try their crab crepes baked with Gruyère cheese. The staff members take Cascada to the next level with inventive cocktails, jovial attitudes, and an attention to detail that seems forgotten at other restaurants. Cody, the head mixologist, has some innovative drinks to be sure, but even a basic Manhattan or Martini is poetry in his hands. Adrian makes sure the entire evening is enjoyable and top notch, while Logan never misses a detail. Even if the food were to suffer (which I don't believe it will), I will return for the staff. Try the special house cocktails for a special evening. Don't miss Sunday brunch and the crab crepes. If there is a special on the menu, order it. And if you just want something small for a quick meal, the poutine will stop you cold. Order it!

Felt LUCKY to dine/stay here for our wedding anniversary. It started with the manager handing us…read morechampagne. We sipped that and enjoyed the art on the walls. Then they seated us in our own dining room. Our waiter Adrian was absolutely phenomenal and very attentive. He turned the fireplace on, dimmed the lights, and even lit up candles for us!! The food was seasonal and fresh. Steak was crusted and cooked perfectly. Great wine selection! It was a whimsical dining experience!

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!

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.