River Daze Cafe

4.3 (385 reviews)

ModerateBreakfast & Brunch, Sandwiches, Coffee & Tea

Closed • 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Kim R.

Quite a bad visit, with one caveat. Upon entering we went to the counter to order, looking forward to the good food we've had here a few times. First impression, the young woman at the counter was not welcoming or even friendly, yet physically pushed the tip jar towards my husband as he was preparing to run his card. Never a good look. Next, our waffle and sandwich arrive. Both have been great on other visits, this time drastically different. The egg sandwich was almost flavorless, but our waffle was an epic fail. It seemed quite pale when he set it down, but starving I cut off a large bite immediately, only to find out what raw sourdough tastes like...and it's not pleasant. My husband took it back up to the counter, receiving no regrets & no letting us know they'd get another started. We finished our coffees and sandwich and waited; after 15 minutes he went back to peek in the kitchen at which point an employee walked to the iron and out it came. Only this time it wasn't just extra crunchy, it was so overcooked there was no longer a center. Both still hungry, my husband washed down about 1/3 of the 2nd waffle and we headed out...again, still hungry. Luckily the one positive, I'd ordered a cinnamon roll to-go with our order to enjoy later and it was very good. We hadn't been here since they'd done a remodel and the place was clean and looked good, but service needed way more than a little work on our visit.

Carlene P.

Order at the counter and the kind folks here will bring your food to you at a table in there very comfortable dining room. There are some high tops, picnic tables, a sofa with a table and kids books and some regular small tables and chairs to choose from. This place has a very casual and comfortable feel to it. I see two large glass garage doors that they must slide open during the warmer months.. One in our party ordered a bowl of clam chowder and it was an incredibly thick almost stew like concoction that was very good and came with a large portion of bread. The kid with us got the peanut butter and banana with honey sandwich that came with apple slices, all of which he adored, and another in our party shared a veggie sandwich with me that was delightful. The veggie sandwich was very generous with the avocado and comes with cheese, onion, tomato, cucumber, and pickle on the side with some really nice alfalfa sprouts that I particularly appreciated. We also shared a magnificent soft pretzel that was steaming hot and had outstanding cheese sauce served with it. Really great place that I'd like to come back to for breakfast sometime because the breakfast items, especially the quiche, Look outstanding.

Yuliya

Great food, cozy atmosphere and wonderful service. We really enjoyed our visit to River Daze Cafe. The food was delicious, everything was clean and there was a great variety to choose from. The cinnamon bun was a highlight and I definitely recommend asking to have it warmed up. The only downside was that we waited over 30 minutes for our food even though we were among the first to order. Still, the staff did a great job. They were kind, attentive and clearly working hard to take care of everyone. We would happily come back again.

Outstanding breakfast sandwich on freshly baked English Muffin

Carol V.

Enjoyed a return to the PNW. Spent 2 nights in Hood River and had a wonderful breakfast sandwich and latte at River Daze Cage. Relaxed atmosphere, excellent service.

Endreas H.

Kitchen full of staff moving like snails. Pulled off the highway to the first breakfast spot we could see, thinking it would be a quick grab-n-go. Wrong. The in-store dining was 1/4 full and it was a 30 minute wait to get one little sandwich lol. Not one "sorry for the wait". Sandwich is good but the kitchen could pickup the pace or provide an adequate timeframe on ticket time.

Wayne G.

Super good place in hood river. You have breakfast sandwiches, lunch sandwiches and other assorted items. The English muffins are amazingly good. Service is not exceptional but it works just fine. We had an egg sandwich and it was very good. It's right off of the interstate if you are driving through and sits in a street that is walkable.

Karen M.

This was an open place. You can watch them cook, the garage glass door was open to see everything outside. Clean. Smaller menu but you don't need much, it was quick & easy, yummy food here. The person who took our order was outgoing and super friendly and helpful. Let's put it this way, this place has a morning coffee group consisting of 2 elderly couples just hanging out with their drinks. I would totally go here again and eat lunch and listen to the jammin music being played.

Sin L.

Found on our eay back from lost lake. Food was amazing, everything tasted so fresh. The italian cream sodas were great also. The lady at the counter was very nice and engaging. Absolutely plan on returning when I pass through the area!

Kim G.

Great place to get sandwiches, including an extensive breakfast sandwiche menu which is always a treat for me. Lots of people stop here to get a sandwich to go but I prefer to eat there. The space is surprisingly large with huge windows allowing you to take in the Hood River scene. Sandwiches are fresh, licql ingredients and tasty combos. It's a popular place as the long lines underscore. I'm here in off hours so never have to wait long. You order at the counter and they bring your meal to you. Standouts for me are the T-Rex breakfast sandwich. The standard egg, cheese and choice of protein and I go with the sausage. I'm not a fan of egg whites - meaning can't stand the taste of or texture of egg whites - so I ask for the egg scrambled. Served on a homemade English Muffin, which is way better than store bough, this sandwich is definitely a weekend indulgence for me. Sooo good! My second fave is the tuna fish sandwich. They use local line caught tuna combined with mayo & red onion, served on choice of bread, I order whole wheat and they top with tomato and sprouts for a simple, delicious and satisfying lunch. It actually comes with avocado too, which I leave off; again a texture thing for me. Employees are friendly. There are lots of vegetarian options and even gluten free bread. They also serve coffee and baked goods but I haven't tried any of them yet. There are always people hanging here, a combo of locals and those visiting Hood River.

Turkey brie sandwich was delicious. The cranberry sauce on this sandwich was finger-licking good. They sell kombucha and coffee too.

Jennifer D.

Nice place and the sandwiches were delicious. They sell coffee and kombucha too. Friendly cashier. There is a cool little bookstore down the hall near the bathrooms.

Shawn D.

Favorite brunch spot in Hood River! Whenever I travel to Hood River I make a point of stopping here and I've been doing it for 10 plus years! A superb spot where you can take a window seat and no matter what day of the week it is you will always find a cozy spot to take in the sights. Simple menu of sandwiches, bagels, and egg muffins but perfect for breakfast or brunch! Menu consists of organic ingredients with kombucha and other drinks and the prices are fair and reasonable. It's located on a busy corner in the heart of Hood River which makes for interesting sights.

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Emily P.

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7 years ago

I'm an out-of-towner who has lived in LA and NYC and this place had the best waffles I've ever had. The sourdough flour and what tasted like egg in the waffle mixture made a waffle with actual flavor, gooey on the inside, crispy on the outside. I had it with bananas and whipped cream. Only wish is that the fruit waffle had a better variety of fruit (strawberries? Blueberries?). Otherwise, amazing. read more

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caitlin r.

11 years ago

So I am totally partial cause every Saturday morning we go here for the best Breakfast sandwiches. Their Hot and Bothered sandwich with Capicola and sprouts is pretty much the best sandwich in town. The food is just great, if you're on the fence just go once. Try it! Everyone is really friendly and anyone can tell they really care about their cafe. Seating area is always kept clean, mostly self service, order and seat yourself. read more

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Scott P.

8 years ago

Homemade English muffins are great. Hot and bothered was one of the best breakfast sandwiches ever. Great when they open the roll-up doors on a summer morning. read more

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Desi S.

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I just had possibly the best breakfast sandwich ever! I had the T-Rex, egg, bacon and cheese on a home made English muffin! Amazing!!! Then topped it off with a pint size mimosa. Two breakfast sandwiches and two mimosas only cost us $22! It's on the corner with big open windows so a great view too. Total gem in Hood River! read more

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Marissa Z.

12 years ago

Delicious breakfast sandwiches on freshly baked english muffins. I have ordered breakfast sandwiches, regular sandwiches, pastries, soup and salad - all of it was great. read more

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Jessica M.

10 years ago

I want to kick myself for not trying this place sooner! The veggie breakfast sandwich was sooooo good. I'm definitely going to become a regular. Love the atmosphere and the staff was very helpful. I can't wait to go back and try a waffle! read more

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James R.

10 years ago

Fresh sandwiches, quality bread and ingredients. Portions are good size for the price. Atmosphere is simple and clean. They do have cool windows so you can either see the street or look at the hills near the Gorge. read more

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Caroline M.

7 years ago

Best sandwiches ever!! Excellent breakfast, great mimosas! Fun welcoming atmosphere and no kidding best sandwiches

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Jason W.

5 years ago

Great sandwiches, slow service 30 min. is too long to wait after ordering, especially when prep staff were visibly slothing around. Will order takeout in advance next time. read more

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Sara R.

6 years ago

Poor service. The cooks don't keep their masks on. Waited 40 minutes for food while kitchen staff stood around laughing with masks hanging below their chins. Booo read more

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Jon S.

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12 years ago

Fresh , delicious food . Long line and confused service . Get some more help to keep customers from leaving . read more

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Scott S.

11 years ago

Baked goods, breakfast sandwiches, waffles, coffee, mimosas, draft beer, lunch sandwiches. We stopped in because it came up, well reviewed on Yelp, as a good place to get coffee and a breakfast sandwich. The coffee was delicious and the breakfast sandwiches were excellent (served on a home made English muffin). Great space. Very open and bright. We were surprised to see that they had mimosas and draft beer (plus bottles and cans in the cooler) as well. They also have waffles, hot and cold lunch sandwiches, soups, salads, and baked goods (we had a delicious almond poppy muffin). read more

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Harvey D.

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We love River Daze Cafe! While not a massive menu, everything we've had from here has been very, very good. Everything seems healthy, the portions are fair to match the prices, and the service is good. I always appreciate a place that has not only GF options, but still know how to make it good. Once I had a smoothie and that was actually very filling. All in all, while I don't have a lot to say about this place, after several visits for lunch here when we come to Hood River, we will definitely keep coming here. read more

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Nuria C.

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9 years ago

This place has the best breakfast sandwich and great coffee! The t-Rex is a delicious cheesey sando on a home baked English muffin that is to die for! I highly recommend stopping here if you're in Hood River or even driving by. read more

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Terumi J.

7 years ago

Nice place to stop and get a quick bite to eat. Had the soup and salad and it was delicious and filling.

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Juniper K.

11 years ago

Daaaang. This place is really cute and yummy. It's like you know, a cute place- not fancy shmancy or anything. But their food is incredible. I got a ham sandwich on gluten free bread. It had ham, cheese (ugh I can't remember what kind), red onions, tomato, and pickle. I usually am not super into tomatoes or pickles on sandwiches but everything about the sandwich came together perfectly. The pickles were kinda sweet even. The gluten free bread they MAKE THEMSELVES!!! It was very impressive and tasty. It was fresh and didn't crumble apart, it held together the contents of the sandwich like a bread is supposed to- yeah! I also got a gf chocolate chip cookie. It was delicious but quite rich so I still haven't finished it hours later. I've been pecking at it here and there. Still yummy, just gotta go slow. GO THERE! Esp if you're gluten free. read more

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Rosy V.

7 years ago

Breakfast is really good! Staff is very nice and helpful! Cute little coffee place and also good coffee

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Shane R.

5 years ago

This place is amazing! Stopped here on the way thru town and got the Turkey Melt, it was delicious. Highly recommend

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Alysia M.

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The sandwiches were good, but a little small for the price and they don't come with a side, just a pickle. We went on Memorial Day so they were busy, and all the other restaurants around had a long wait. While we didn't have to wait for a seat, the wait for the food seemed a bit excessive considering the type of food they were preparing. Later, we walked to Doppio for a bit of caffeine before hitting the road again. Looking at the sandwiches they had there, I think we'll give that a try next time. read more

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Jason G.

12 years ago

Really awesome food, sandwhiches and breakfast sandwhiches. They have a huge offering of gluten-free, and are super accommodating. They use local 10 Speed Coffee as well. read more

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Emily N.

8 years ago

Super great food, but the wait was 30 minutes and the restaurant wasn't busy. The regular sized sandwich was small. I regret not ordering the large sized sandwich. The salad was beautiful and delicious. But, again, not big enough to split with a dining companion. Pricey and slow, but high quality food. read more

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Swapna M.

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I LOVED this place!! I seriously LOVED this place! Went on my last morning in town to get a breakfast sandwich. I was working on an insider tip to get the Veggie and add bacon. I did just that! The veggie comes with egg, cheese (I picked pepper-jack), avocado, tomato and sprouts and a homemade sourdough English muffin. Man, oh man! This was just soooooo good! The homemade English muffin was spectacular and the sandwich was just sooooo good! I really wish I lived close to this place. I'd go there every morning! LOL read more

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Laura S.

7 years ago

Sweet little spot...great coffee...mimosas made correctly, but above all the Hot and Bothered breakfast sandwich no meat was total perfection. It was made with the freshest english muffin I have had in my entire life. I left about six sprouts on the plate. Go here. read more

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Caite F.

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8 years ago

Stopped in here for what I hoped would be a quick coffee. I get that it's Memorial Day and they're busy- but the girls working here had such a bad attitude. One girl kept blowing past me mumbling under her breath. The girl taking cash never smiled and barely spoke. A very frustrating experience for sure. They seemed sufficiently staffed so idk what the big deal was, obviously none of them like their jobs. Won't be back. read more

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Amanda F.

8 years ago

Hot & Bothered Breakfast Sandwich...AMAZING! I likely will be back for it again tomorrow.

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Samantha V.

7 years ago

Mmmm. Bread. So. Good. Plus they make amazing pretzels and other tasty treats. The T-Rex egg and bacon sandwich is a favorite with their fresh made English muffins. Or any other sandwich they make, honestly. Love this place. read more

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J W.

6 years ago

Although the sandwich I ordered was great, the service was sooooooo slow. I got in line behind one other person in front of me. There were only a half dozen customers in the place and they already had their meals. There were three employees behind the counter and it took over 20 minutes to get my sandwich. Good news was the staff got to catch up on the movies they saw recently and wanted to see read more

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Ty S.

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8 years ago

Great selection of healthy sandwiches! Nice atmosphere. Enough options to satisfy picky kids who don't particularly eat healthy.

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Paul K.

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These ladies make awesome breakfast sandwiches. The English muffins are home made plus an organic egg, cheese with sausage, bacon or ham. The blueberry muffin was one of the best I've ever had. We were their first customers, so it was still warm, moist on the inside with a very generous portion of blueberries and a slight crunch on the outside. Coffee was good as well! read more

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Angie R.

7 years ago

Breakfast sandwiches are bomb! Love this place. Simple and fast. A bit hard to find with phone directions. Just look around the block across from the River City Saloon, it's right there. read more

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Howard K.

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13 years ago

We stopped by on our tour of the gorge and Mt. Hood and couldn't have been more satisfied. We each ordered the half sandwich and it was more than enough. It was delicious and you could tell easily that all of the ingredients were fresh. We would highly recommend this great spot for lunch. read more

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Jessie M.

12 years ago

Really great breakfast and lunch food. Fresh ingredients and house made breads, sauces, and pretty much everything else. This place is a must visit if you're in the area! A little pricey though, but worth it. read more

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Ryan R.

12 years ago

OMG! That was the best sandwich I have had in my entire life. Hot turkey and Brie with apples. I added the kale pesto spread. Amazing. Makes me wish I lived in Hood River. Would go here all the time. Great atmosphere. Great food. Wonderful staff. Take me back! read more

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James L.

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This place rocked!!! Very original and organic felt like home. Don't let the lack of table ervice discourage you. Pastrami sandwich with house made bread was on point and everything was great. The muffin sandwich was awesome. Had a house made pretzel with two mustard sauces to start off. It was authentic Bavarian style and perfect crust. Everything about this place was great. I can't wait to go back!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

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Cody S.

7 years ago

The sandwiches!!! The best! My fiancé and I went there on our first lunch date and have continued to return. Nothing better than a delicious sandwich, a brew, and sit and people watch at the rollup door tables! read more

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Max L.

8 years ago

Got the Hot and Bothered sandwich and coffee which were incredible. Sandwich seemed a little small but after half a cinnamon roll and a couple of coffee it was perfect. Windows open, great light, perfect late morning breakfast. Would definitely go again. read more

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Peter B.

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8 years ago

We ate some yummy granola with yogurt as well as turkey melt sandwiches. The cafe seems popular and the line was a little long. But the staff is friendly the location convenience and the food is good. Healthy fare with smoothies. Remember to ask for quarters to pay for the parking meters outside. The fruit smoothie was a must-have. read more

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Michael C.

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7 years ago

Amazing location at the scenic Hood River Oregon. Nice chill place for breakfast or an afternoon beer. Everything is custom-made and made from scratch. Both lunch and breakfast! A real jam, I definitely recommend for breakfast getting anything with the homemade English muffin sandwiches! Lastly the coffee bar absolutely rocks read more

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Matthew B.

5 years ago

The giant doors open to a sunny, breezy spring day in the Gorge, Van Morrison playing, delicious coffee and the archetype, the very ideal, of a breakfast sandwich. Whole-wheat rolls and sourdough breads. You can't go wrong. read more

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Henry M.

8 years ago

I agree with some of the other assessors. The place is dirty, they keep the windows open so it's literally filled with flies and wasps, they get the orders wrong all the time, and the service is really slow by any standards. On the other hand our sandwich was really tasty, but too expensive at over $15 with no sides. Mixed feelings about this one. I'd feel differently if I had never enjoyed a good restaurant, but we have. In any case I'm sure we will NOT be back or recommend it to friends. read more

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202 D Cascade Ave
Hood River, OR 97031
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(541) 308-0246
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Hours

What time does River Daze Cafe open?

River Daze Cafe opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does River Daze Cafe close?

River Daze Cafe closes at 3:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.River Daze Cafe closes at 4:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 3:00 PMSat-Sun 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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Does River Daze Cafe take Bitcoin?

No, River Daze Cafe does not take Bitcoin.

Does River Daze Cafe take credit cards?

Yes, River Daze Cafe takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does River Daze Cafe have catering options?

No, River Daze Cafe does not have catering options.

Does River Daze Cafe have a drive thru?

No, River Daze Cafe does not have a drive thru.

Does River Daze Cafe serve alcohol?

Yes, River Daze Cafe serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does River Daze Cafe allow dogs?

No, River Daze Cafe does not allow dogs.

Does River Daze Cafe have TVs?

No, River Daze Cafe does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does River Daze Cafe have bike parking?

Yes, River Daze Cafe has bike parking.

Does River Daze Cafe have outdoor seating?

No, River Daze Cafe does not have outdoor seating options.

Does River Daze Cafe have parking?

Yes, River Daze Cafe has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is River Daze Cafe wheelchair accessible?

Yes, River Daze Cafe is wheelchair accessible.

Does River Daze Cafe have free WiFi?

Yes, River Daze Cafe has free WiFi.

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At River Daze Café, we serve freshly prepared hand-crafted food with a focus on simple, organic and unprocessed ingredients. Many items on our menu are made in house from scratch including all our breads, pastries, soups, dressings and more. In addition to a full espresso menu, you will find a broad selection of unique beverages available for dine-in, or take-out for those on the go. We are lucky to live in the beautiful and bountiful Columbia River Gorge where supporting local food producers and purveyors is a priority and we are committed to bringing the same quality to our customers that we bring to our own family’s table.

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Broder Øst

We had planned a stop at Hood River as a fuel-stop and found this place as a nearby restaurant…read moreserving an early breakfast. Serendipity is so wonderful! Street parking, right next to the Mt. Hood Hotel (part of it?). Lovely decor, outside tables were set up but a little too chilly that morning. Loved the large bar and small tables setup with an inside set of booths. Friendly and warm service, coffee was served in glass mugs, felt like home :) We ordered the trout hash and the onion+mushroom hash. Both were unique and delicious! Served with warm walnut bread, just delightful! Highly recommend a stopover if driving through or even stopping for a hike at the nearby falls.

What a great find. Stopped for a Sunday brunch on a beautiful sunny drive home from Portland. On…read moreMain stream so was worried about parking, but luckily found a spot fairly close. Ordered based on previous reviews and it so worked out. Had great fluffy Danish pancakes, look like donut holes but tastes like the fluffiest pancakes. And both the lemon curd and the lingonberry jam were outstanding. We also had the fruit fritters and baked eggs and sausage which was also great. Overall not a bad bite to be had. The place was busy and fairly crowded and loud, which was OK, but if you are looking for quiet and relaxing, this is not the place for you.

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Our friends brought us here for breakfast on a Saturday morning and the place was packed! We got…read moresuper lucky with a table big enough for us in the back. Definitely got the small town diner feel here, and everything on the menu sounded so good! They also have a specials board inside so make sure to take a look before you make your decision. I finally decided on the south of the border omelette, which also comes with hash browns or potatoes or fruit, and a biscuit or muffin or toast. Such a satisfying and filling meal! The omelette itself was not short on ingredients at all, and I loved the cilantro. The menu did mention homemade salsa but I didn't see any of that on the side or inside. Other than that, the eggs were cooked nicely. I picked the chorizo biscuit on the side and it was so soft and fluffy inside! I also appreciated the amount of options on the kids menu. There was plenty more options than just your standard pancake, bacon, and eggs. Our kids loved the pigs in a blanket which was actually quite big and perfect for our two kids to split. Service was awesome, our server was so kind and even brought out our friend's son's maple bar with a candle because he mentioned it was his birthday. She did it without us even asking which was so sweet! The food came out so quickly too despite the entire restaurant being full. Great experience here at Bette's!

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KickStand Coffee & Kitchen

Great drinks! Great patio! Great vegetarian options! AND a band! A highlight of our trip. Highly…read morerecommend the tofu sopes and Beach Cruiser. Dog friendly patio!

There's always something with this place! So, tonight, after a 10 hour shift on a Sunday, I catch…read moreup to a birthday party in progress for my youngest girl's day care provider, who just turned 60. I'm over an hour late. Everyone else is already finishing up their drinks and meals. Wanting just one drink after a long day, I head to the bar! My wife asks me to get her one too. Here's where it gets bizarre. Kickstand has a bar...well, it looks like a bar. But what I found out is that it's just for looks because it doesn't act like a bar. I thought ordering two cocktails and paying for my drinks would be easy, like it is at every bar in town. But the bartender, I mean employee standing behind a bar, asked if I was with the large group. I stated, "yes, I was." Then she proceeded to tell me that the drinks would be on someone's tab. But I showed up late...I don't know what's happening. I don't know who's paying for the "tab". I just wanted to buy two drinks and walk away. But that wasn't allowed at Kickstand. Then another employee walks up and attempts to take my drink order. Super confused, I tell her the employee standing behind the bar just took my drink order. And then we proceeded down the tab conversation again. The second employee said because "we" were a party of 8 or more, I couldn't pay for my own drinks and I they would have to put it on the party's tab. But again, I don't know who owns the tab. If it was the woman having the birthday, I didn't want to add to her bill...on her birthday. Then they suggested I "could just Venmo" the party girl. No! I want to just order two drinks and have Kickstand take my money. Why wouldn't they just take my money?! The place was dead tonight, other than the 5 or so small daycarel families, sitting at their own tables, that made up the "party". I canceled my drink order and walked away out of protest and principal. When asked if I was with the big party, I should have said no I guess. Lesson leaned for next time, if there is a next time. Kickstand, you're so difficult and frustrating!!

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Inside

Avocado Poke

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Caramelized onion Omelette

Doppio Coffee

They make great iced coffees! Very professional and friendly staff! The interior was beautiful and…read morethe artwork on the walls was so special.

Stopped in to grab a coffee. Coffee was good. They also have breakfast, lunch , salads, & pastries…read more Love the art work here. There's both inside & outside seating. It's busy & looks like it's a local trendy hang out spot. This place is located in a cute town of Hood River. There's other shops & restaurants nearby all within walking distance. Street parking

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Menu, pastry case

OPA's super cup. Small. Iced Americano with cream, almond croissant and peach-pear-apricot smoothie. All tasted so good!

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Egg River Cafe

Good food and a good experience overall. I'd recommend. We sat at the bar to avoid a wait.read more

food was really good. all the chicken and rooster decor was really cute. the service was not the…read morebest, but it was a busy weekend morning. we had to keep asking for specific items multiple times before they brought them. so just be prepared to be a little patient, but the view from the window is enough to make up for it.

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Egg River Cafe

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Bloody Hangover

The Cauldron Cafe

4.6

(25 reviews)

0.9 mi

Their vegetarian gravy and biscuts are excellent. Full order is shareable but too good to share!read more

Went in with friends to get some breakfast, ended up waiting an hour and a half, after not checking…read morein with us even once about the long wait. It wasn't very busy. Not sure what was going on. Food was okay, but not worth the hour and a half wait, or price. An apology or check in would have gone a long way.

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Empty plates and the quickly filling dining room

This is a kid's pancake but it smelled good and tasted so incredible, I forgot to take a picture until about half way through!

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Riverside

I ate at this restaurant twice while staying at the hotel in March and April, once for dinner and…read moreonce for breakfast. Both meals were great. Service was prompt, and the restaurant atmosphere is very pleasant. It's kind of funny because you'll have people in suits having a business meeting over dinner, and other regular hotel guests just dining casually in t-shirts and jeans. On both occasions, I was dining with another family member. When we were there for dinner, we were having a really hard time deciding what to order, and our server let us know that there was a 2-for deal going on for some of the pastas. Each of us had been considering a pasta, so that solved that problem! Both were delicious, and we had leftovers to take home. When we were there for breakfast, I was feeling adventurous and ordered the lox and bagel, which I've only had a very basic version of one other time. It was soooo good, and very filling. Several other options on the breakfast menu also sounded really good, but I'm glad I went with this for the experience. I'd definitely eat here again if/when I stay in the hotel again. Since there's no free breakfast offered by the hotel, they give you vouchers for the restaurant, so you can get a pretty good deal on a meal.

I'd give Riverside Restaurant a solid 4.5 stars based on our breakfast visit…read more I ordered the chilaquiles, and they were excellent, flavorful, still pleasantly crunchy where they should be, and just a really strong version of the dish. Definitely the standout of the table for me. Service was friendly and expedient, which I always appreciate in the morning when everyone is trying to get caffeinated and out the door. My companions ordered the protein bowl, which was a hearty mix of grains and grilled vegetables with your choice of tofu or egg. It leaned a little bland flavor-wise, but it did exactly what it needed to do: provided a filling, healthy base for a full day of activity in Hood River. Not every dish was a knockout, but overall it was a very solid breakfast spot with fair pricing at about $18 per dish.

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Peach salad with Salmon

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Caprese with Burrata

Golden Goods Sandwich & Bake Shop

4.9

(37 reviews)

0.1 mi

This vegan banh mi sandwich was really tasty. I like how the tofu spam was done. Had a "meaty"…read moretexture. A little more than firm. Hard to describe. The sandwich came with some house made potato chips. Music has the 80s vibe. Service was great.

Four of us had a pleasant vegetarian lunch on a sunny day, seated at the window counter…read more FOOD: 4.0. BLTA was especially good (4.5); Banh Mi was almost a 4.0. COFFEE: 2.5. SERVICE: 4.0. Friendly and prompt. AMBIANCE: 3.5. Music was too loud for comfortable conversation. A few tables and seats along a window counter.

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Where you order

Banh Mi in lower right, BLAT upper middle, mushroom Po'Boy on the left.

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Breakfast menu

Farm Stand In the Gorge

The Tonya has the best homemade wrap I've ever tasted... A hint of coconut, and unlike most wraps,…read moreit doesn't overwhelm the rest of the sandwich. Delicious! My husband had the Italian, which he loved. My grandson had the grilled cheese and it was loaded with everything he loved, cheese! A fantastic discovery, as we were driving out of town.

It was difficult for us to find a nice celiac-friendly place for lunch that would allow us to bring…read moreour dogs, but this cute little store met all our needs! They have plenty of outdoor seating for your little pups, though the water dish they left out was unattended to. As far as food, they had a whole plant-based menu to meet my vegan needs. More important, they were able to make a gluten-free sandwich for my partner with celiac. They took precautions to minimize cross-contact with gluten items, including wrapping the sandwich up separately and bringing it out to us first before bringing out our gluten containing items. The three in our group had mixed reviews on the food quality. I enjoyed my reuben very much. My partner and his mom thought their food was okay, and their portions were too small for the price. As far as the actual store goes, they carry a lot of what your typical natural foods store or food co-op would carry, though the prices seem more along the lines of what a Whole Foods would charge. For example, $3.50 for a single avocado. Considering that they are a small business in a somewhat touristy town, I guess that is a sound business decision. All in all, a good experience, just expect to pay a little more if you are going to shop or eat there!

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Inside of farm stand

Veggie bowl and pancake butter with additional sides. Modified.

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Outdoor seating

Stoked Roasters + Coffeehouse

Super sweet staff behind the counter . The shop was bright and simple looking. The flavor…read morecombinations were interesting . I landed on the cinnamon roll. It was a simple sweet taste w hints of vanilla and cinnamon. The coffee was smooth , not bitter and the temperature was just right . I had to take mine to go, but would have loved to sit and relax at their outdoor seating area or their big windows looking out at the water .

This is a nice coffee shop along the street right at the waterfront. They have a great location and…read moreit's the only spot for coffee along this strip so they were pretty busy when we went on a late Saturday afternoon. They have a daily specials board with a specific drink each day for only $4.75. Wish all coffee shops had some kind of deal like that! They were all pretty unique drinks too. They also have their summer specials menu which had two coffee options, a blended lemonade, and a tea. I opted to try their Summer Send Tea which has a coconut cold foam over mango green tea. It looks like a cup of milk but it was actually quite refreshing as a cold tea latte! The coconut cold foam was unique but definitely gave the island vibe over the fruity tea.

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Atmosphere

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pFriem Family Brewers

Service, food, ambience it's great! The BEER QUALITY 100 %…read moremy favorite brewery. IPA lover. Please add your chicken and waffle to your daily menu, BEST I ever had!!!!

Was in the area for the day and I pulled up my Yelp app to search for places to dine & grab some…read morelunch. This popped up & I read the reviews. It looked great so I stopped in. It was busy as it was right around peak lunch hour. There is both indoor and outdoor seating. I opted to sit indoors because the wait for outdoor seating was over 15 minutes. I ordered the fish and chips and a flight, which came with six choices. I loved the fish and chips. The fish was made perfectly not a lot of batter which is the way I like it & as for the flight I opted for 6 IPAs. All were so good but my favorite was the tropical IPA. Staff were really friendly. There's street parking. The six I chose were: IPA 6.8%, 65 IBU | Citrus, Pine, Tropical Fruit SOUTH PACIFIC IPA 6.8%, 45 IBU | Nectar, Gooseberry, Pineapple WEST COAST IPA 6.8%, 45 IBU | Strawberry, Cannabis, Tangerine, Bright TRINITY WEST COAST IPA 7.0%, 50 IBU | Grapefruit, Lemon, Berry, Pine TROPICAL HAZY IPA 6.3%, 35 IBU | Pineapple, Mango, Passion Fruit HAZY IPA 6.8%, 35 IBU | Clementine, Tropical, Fluffy

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Doppio Coffee

They make great iced coffees! Very professional and friendly staff! The interior was beautiful and…read morethe artwork on the walls was so special.

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Menu, pastry case

OPA's super cup. Small. Iced Americano with cream, almond croissant and peach-pear-apricot smoothie. All tasted so good!

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Full Sail Brew Pub

Went to dinner here with family this spring and had a great time. Service was a smidge slow just…read morebecause we were there at peak dinner time (it's also kind of a small space and thus was a little crowded), but it wasn't too bad. The food was delicious; each of us ordered something different and everyone was very happy with their meal. I got the salmon fish and chips, and it was SO good. I'm so used to fish and chips being made with cod or other white fish, so this was a fun change. Despite being a pub, this place is family-friendly. The kid's menu was perfect for my little nephew, and my sister was very pleased with the quality of his burger meat and the fact that you can sub fries for veggie sticks for kiddos. You don't see that sort of thing very often. We had a great time!

After picking cherries in the neighborhood, my husband and I decided to stop here for a quick meal…read morebefore heading back to our home. My husband has been here before but it was my first time. I was craving a burger and this place does not disappoint. The burger patty was thick and juicy and cooked to perfection. The cheddar cheese and bacon on the burger made it next level. My husband really enjoyed his burger and beer as well. When we arrived, there was indoor and outdoor seating available. We decided to sit inside, please be aware that it might be a bit cold depending where the air vent is located in conjunction to where you're sitting. The service was okay. My husband ordered his burger with bacon but it didn't come with bacon. However, we were charged for the bacon on his burger.

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Dinning room.

Salmon Fish & Chips

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Nothing better than an ice cold cider overlooking Hood River on the patio...

KickStand Coffee & Kitchen

Great drinks! Great patio! Great vegetarian options! AND a band! A highlight of our trip. Highly…read morerecommend the tofu sopes and Beach Cruiser. Dog friendly patio!

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Avocado Poke

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Caramelized onion Omelette

Freshies Bagels and Juice

This is a bagel and coffee place. I don't know about coffee but these bagels slap. Simple and good…read moreprice. Staff are so nice and the decorations are cool

One of the most phenomenal bagels I've ever had. We had a bagel and cream cheese but all of the…read moreother bagel sandwiches look delicious as well. We ended up buying a dozen.

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Jalapeño cheedar

Grateful Veggie

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The Walled Garden

5.0

(5 reviews)

0.1 mi

Steve and I have had Kings & Daughters beer on several occasions and when we first discovered them…read morewe were told that they didn't have a taproom/ tasting room for their beers. Some time passed and that changed and they indeed did get such a set up. Located in Hood River, The Walled Garden is just such a place that has the brewery's in taproom/tasting room presentation. This space is set up really cool as there are gifts that you can purchase here as well as get food and their beer fresh off of the tap. We had quite a few places to visit while in town and didn't stop for a full fledged meal but it certainly looked tempting. While we were here I tried to get a beer that I haven't had before. I got The Bell which is a dark mild type of beer. It was good and a nice kick off to all of the other brewery stops here in town we had planned. This beer has a malty flavor which is pleasant and the ABV is manageably low. The beer is light bodied and nice and smooth. Other beers of the past that I highly recommend from Kings & Daughters are the Queens & Sons. I don't often drop a really high rating on Untapped for IPA' s typically but this one was excellent. Everything in the flavor profile was great. The bitterness of the hops and how all of that flowed together with the rest of the beer was just fantastic. Moving back to darker beer again another beer from Kings & Daughters that I really like is the Wintering Stout. This stout is just amazing and was another beer that I rated highly again on the Untapped app. The flavors you will find in this lovely beer are roastiness, toastiness, an earthiness and a hint of tobacco (in the best way possible) . Kings & Daughters cranks out amazing beers. I want to say that I have had a few more but I don't have them down in my records but I do recall having the consistent feeling of being quite pleased with this brewery each and every time. They make beers that aren't too intimidating to the average beer drinker but at the same time manage to be creative so more specialized beer drinkers( or beer drinkers who like more experimental beers) won't get bored with their offerings.

Amazing beer and amazing food. I'm obsessed with this place and think everyone should go here but I…read morealso want to gate keep it because I love it so much. Bartender is awesome, chef is incredibly talented and they have plenty of seating inside and out. I wish I could eat and drink here everyday

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Gorgeous Art Installation!

French Tuna - delicious!

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Queens & Sons... an excellent IPA!

10 Speed Coffee Bar

saw all these great reviews and maybe it was an off day for the team. I ordered the matcha with…read morevanilla and unfortunately they either forgot or the vanilla was so subtle and mild, it was hard to detect. The latte was also a little underwhelming. It's a cute place and the service is friendly so I was hoping the drinks would match the vibe and reviews from others.

Kate helped us. We had two espresso drinks. They were prepared extremely well. She explained to us…read morehow the rotating pastries worked from different vendors. We were back the very next morning, buying coffee beans. We are locals.

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Matcha

First time I've had a bear in my cap! And a cute wheel/flower

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Vegetarian wrap

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Ceanna L.

7 years ago

BE AWARE of the PASTRIES!!!!!!!! I dont know how to write this review because I was so appalled!!! This was our first time visiting Hood River. When we go on vacations we focus our time trying new restaurants. This is our second breakfast stop of the day. I did my research to try the top breakfast places. This was first on my 'need to try' list. We walk in and was greeted by a somewhat enthusiastic guy. We decided to tried the clam chowder since the book store lady next door recommended it. We also ordered 'the hot and bothered' egg sandwich... after paying my fiancé and I are standing at the counter looking at their pastries, OMG there was SO many bugs crawling on them!!!!!!!! We decided to sit down and we were swarmed by gnats, they were everywhere!!! So I started looking around.. there was old food, crumbs, dust, just covered everywhere!!!!!!!!!!!!! I would understand if they were busy but there were 3 tables... NO, they didn't just have a breakfast rush because the employees were in the back the whole time we were there. Not once did I see anyone come out to wipe tables or straighten up anything. I own my own business and you NEED to keep your place clean, especially a restaurant! I would have 100% given this place a 5 star review but it was FILTHY in there! read more

Rebecca N.

13 days ago

I got the Trex breakfast sandwich with bacon and my husband got the lox everything bagel. Absolutely delicious, he hasn't stopped taking about how amazing the lox and creamy cheese with the peppery arugula and crisp red onion. I highly recommend this spot to everyone. The atmosphere is chill and welcoming. They have a large window they open for a great air flow. 10/10 I have to also say that the welcoming lady at the register to the kind gentleman that brought the food to us made the experience even better. read more

Taylor B.

13 years ago

Lindsay m! I'm guessing that was an earwig not a cockroach and I'm so sorry! I grow a lot of the greens that river daze uses and though we clean our produce thoroughly sometimes we miss something. A huge thanks to river daze for using so much locally grown organic produce! As for the wait, 25 minutes for a sandwich that good sounds fine to me. Those guys make everything(even the condiments) from scratch so it can take a little longer than, say, McDonald's. keep it up river daze! Best sandwich in town read more

Jennifer O.

10 years ago

The food was good, although small portions, my breakfast egg sandwich was tiny. It took FOREVER to get our food. Granted they had a good sized crowd for a late Sunday brunch, but it took almost an hour for us to get our breakfast. When you have little kids with you that is just too long!! With that aside, the food was good and the staff was super nice! It's on a great street in beautiful Hood River. There is a great book store a couple of stores down. I will give them another try. read more

Juana M.

7 years ago

I paid with a card and clicked the button (when prompted) to leave a 20% tip. I then realized we had to get our own water and bus our own table. I really have no idea why I would even be prompted to leave a tip. You would think the staff would be friendly and upbeat when they get tipped for doing the bare minimum but that's not the case. No manners or even a courteous greeting. The food was okay. The bakery was clean... thanks to a fellow patron for busing their tables. meh read more

Rebbeca C.

11 years ago

Visited this little sandwich cafe on my way through town. The food was really good and so was the service! Devin did an awesome job and helped me with all of my questions (which there are endless amount of due to my food allergies). I really appreciated the superb customer service, and the delicious food! I highly reccomend if your buzzing through hood river that you stop by! read more

Becky B.

8 years ago

Happened upon this place while on vacation in Hood River. Loved the vibe, the food/beverage selection, and the concept. It was a nice day so they had the glass overhead doors open, which was cool. Enjoyed a delicious kombucha on tap. And we split one of their sourdough waffles (and I've been craving another one since then! Yum!). read more

Charlie B.

11 years ago

We grabbed a couple sandwiches for the road after crashing in Hood River for the night. Used yelp to find this spot. This place lives up to it's reviews. Got the Italian sandwich it's bleeping delicious. The bread was awesome. My concern is that I won't be able to drive by Hood River without stopping in to get a sandwich! read more

Todd H.

7 years ago

Mediocre food and OK coffee. Very poor air circulation, the clothes smelled like food after we left. My cappuccino was just a huge blob of firm foam plopped on top of a shot of espresso. I'm giving one extra star because the espresso buried beneath the blob of foam wasn't awful, but I wouldn't order coffee from here again. read more

Tabitha H.

6 years ago

I just recently went into River Daze and the manager with the shaved head thought that she was aloud to treat her employees like a slave. I bring it up to the owners and they made excuses. Not happy. IF YOU WANT TREATED RIGHT DON'T WORK HERE. PLEASE! Don't eat somewhere they don't protect their employeees read more

Colin F.

14 years ago

River Daze is the best sandwich in town. They are using as much local ingredients as possible and the quality shows. They are baking the bread for their sandwiches in house, the desserts are great. Nothing but good things to say about this place... Go see for yourself! read more

Cheryl Q.

13 years ago

River Daze is one of our favorites for breakfast. They make awesome breakfast sandwiches made with homemade English muffins. Yum! Friendly folks behind the counter. Come here if you're looking for a casual eating experience with no frills. read more

Mike J.

143

4 years ago

I stumbled into this place and their food was amazing !!!!! Seriously !!!!! They were also sone of thee nicest people I've ever met !!!!! This cafe is a must stop on my next time through hood river !!!! If I could give them 10 stars I would. read more

Tim C.

5 years ago

Let's just say this is the first time and last time going here! 2 sandwiches and a salad took 45 minutes to make. On top of that, those who ordered after us got their food long before ours. Very disappointed! read more

Miles T.

7 years ago

Food was decent. If you don't mind the employees not wearing gloves while handling your food or cutting vegetables then you'll probably rate it a 3-4. read more