I sat on the deck. It was a cold windy day, but the view is amazing. I had the pan roasted salmon. It was delicious and cooked a perfect medium. My only complaint was that the chef was heavy handed with butter on the plate. Service was friendly and attentive without being overly so. read more

This is a whole new scene. Been coming here for decades. Service has always been great. I've never been disappointed in a meal. However.. now it has really been elevated. We haven't been here since the pandemic. What a transformation. Love the new digs. Casual or fancy.. doesn't matter. Relaxed. Great Fish&Chips. The twist on Caesar made with radicchio is my new favorite. Clams are perfection. The calamari was tender, light & seasoned just right. Order the whiskey Smash. You will thank me. read more

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Well, I will start with saying it is a beautiful location right on the River. I would love to report the food is delicious and the service is above and beyond expectations, but I would be lying. I have no idea how the food tastes and I am certain the service is non-existent. We went for lunch on our way through town. We were seated on the waterfront deck and offered water and menus by the hostess. She was the last person we talked to. After 35 minutes of waiters and waitresses walking by and taking orders and refilling waters at other tables, we finally walked out without ever even hearing a, "Someone will be right with you" or a, "May I refill your (now empty) water?" The table of seven that was seated right before us and the table of 2 just behind us were already eating when my husband and I finally gave up and walked out. I might have been a little more patient on a busy Friday or Saturday evening, but this was 1 o'clock on a Tuesday. Unacceptable. read more

I'm local and this is my go to spot to eat in town. It is consistently tasty, good service, good atmosphere, always open. They source a lot of the ingredients locally and make everything in house. I like that they always change things up in the menu a bit, but keep the classics in there. Not sure I have a favorite dish, but some highlights are the veggie burger (best in town!), the mussels, the stuffed piquillo peppers. Great cocktails. Good breakfast and lunch menu as well. There are different areas to chose from, depending on your mood: the Cebu lounge for a more casual environment, the Riverside grill for a bit more sophistication (many tables with a river view), and outdoor tables in the summer all with river views. Need to wait for a table? Grab a drink and take a stroll on path along the river. read more

We came in the early evening to check out the view and enjoy some drinks and food. We were greeted by Rue and unfortunately where treated poorly. From the moment we walked in to a half empty restaurant she didn't want to sit us by a window with a view much less let us sit outside to enjoy the beautiful view. I was extremely confused because there was a party outside with drink, silverware, food and right by them was an empty table. When I pointed it out she stated it was taken then said we wouldn't fit. When I said we would fit she changed her answer once again and said we could only sit there if we got our food to go. When I said that was fine she took all of our menus and went inside. We took a seat and I kinda sat there in disbelief thinking why is this other party sitting here with drinks and their dinner. I was about to just walk out but my son said let's just try it out. I'm thankful for the experience because I was able to have a conversation about discrimination, optics and miscommunication with real world examples with my teenage son. The food was actually delicious the drinks and view were great. Management can state that it was not discrimination but due to the very poor communication and optics of it, it clearly felt as if it was. In addition they were not hotel employees on their brake because they were drinking cocktails before we got there and after we left. Unless they let their staff drink on the job. read more

Wonderful place to enjoy a meal with a spectacular view of the Columbia River and bridge in the background. I've eaten here several times while staying at the Best Western, where this restaurant is located. Or after a day of visiting orchards and wine tasting, wanting a good meal before returning to Portland. During Covid, they have expanded their outdoor dining area and there are several areas to sit, with plenty of space between you and other guests. There are heat lamps to keep you warm while allowing you to enjoy the ambiance that outdoor dining provides. Staff is fantastic, attentive without being intrusive. I've enjoyed steak, bucatini carbonara, a burger (always delicious) and even brunch, which is a great way to start the day. The menu is smaller right now, understandable, and still has an Italian influence. Cocktails, beer, wine, cider- all available at reasonable prices. Huge parking lot out front and the restaurant is off the lobby so plenty of space for those waiting to be seated. I recommend getting a reservation since capacity is limited, even with the large outdoor space. read more

This restaurant is located inside the Best Western Hotel. DO NOT let that stop you from eating here. The service is excellent, the food is delicious and the view is unparalleled. I've had breakfast lunch and dinner here, and breakfast is my favorite, but it's all good! read more

This restaurant is attached to the best western plus hotel that we stayed at. Went in to have a quick dinner. The menu was a bit trendy which we are more traditional in our food choices. I opted on the mixed green salad with blue cheese dressing instead of the green goddess offered. I wanted something not heavy like pasta or meats. So I had the Manila clams from the starter menu. They were the perfect choice for a lighter meal. I love clams, and being in the PNW that was a perfect choice. Great broth and flavor. My husband had the Caesar salad which was (Chiogga radicchio, house Caesar dressing, focaccia croutons, grated pecorino) a very interesting salad, and a burger. The burger was huge. Food came quickly and our server was friendly and accommodating. ( the table could use a tightening. It was really wobbly). Other then that, we had a nice meal. read more

Riverside - New American Near Me - Hood River, Oregon

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My husband ordered medium rare NY strip, it came out well done and the manager wouldn't take it back. We are not the type to send things back. Our server was amazing! read more

Our server Jackie was very accommodating with our dietary restrictions. VERY GOOD BURGER. Huge and didn't fall apart! read more

We stopped here for some Italian food and ambience. They have a very limited Lunch menu. They had one pasta dish and it was meatless. Our waitress, Tracy offered to inquire with the cooks to see if a different pasta dish could be finagled. The cooks offered to substitute the polenta for pasta and serve it with the red pasta sauce and meatballs. It was good. Looking around other guests had the soup and salad. The dinner salad looked like a mixture of greens with a slice of radish, nice and fresh. Someone else had the fish and chips. Everything I saw looked really good and at 1:30 pm our food was served quickly. Very nice setting overlooking the River. We would probably stop here again. read more

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So sad that the quality of food has changed there. Found out the executive chef that had been there for many years is no longer there. Our lunch there yesterday was very disappointing. Dry burger, cold fries, I ordered a Rueben & it was ok. Glad to see they finally got back corn beef & not the turkey for Rueben's. We would take road trips there & spend a couple of days there just to take in the views, wine & dine there. Guess that won't be happening anymore unless we find another restaurant we love in Hood River. I should have known something was up when we walked in on a weekend & it wasn't busy on a warm sunny 88 degree day on the river. I guess the word is getting out read more

Located in the Best Western. Superb river views and excellent food. Waitstaff and hostess were super friendly. Food is always top notch here. We enjoyed the two for one pasta dinner and then a nice relaxing breakfast the next day. If you stay the night they always give you a $10 per person voucher to use in the restaurant. read more

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We were there for dinner on a beautiful evening dinner. Seated outside with a wonderful view of the Columbia River. My salmon was cooked to perfection. Gnocchi, and veggies were tasty and flavorful. Expect to pay at least $30/person. read more

Riverside is a MUST DO while in Hood River. I needed something to eat after a long drive from Seattle. I ordered the Minestrone Soup - Spicy Italian sausage, white bean and kale - absolutely delicious. We came back for dinner. I ordered the salad with a Green Goddess dressing which was incredible. Then, I had the Black Mussels in a vinegar broth, another excellent dish. My husband had the Steak Tips in a red Demi glaze - yummy with the potato kale and sautéed peppers. The following day for breakfast. I had the Avocado Toast with an egg omelet and sliced avocados with grated cured eggs along with a mixed green salad. I must must make this Avocado dish. My husband loved his Greek yogurt drizzled with local honey with house made granola and fresh strawberries. Usually good food overshadows the staff. However, the staff from the hostess, food server and bus boys were so friendly, warm and inviting. I think these positive attitudes are a reflection of the TOP DOWN effect. If management treats their employees well, it reflects in their work. The staff made us happy with their service. I want to be a return guest of the Riverside. read more

The food was great. Husband loved his Easter ham. My Salmon dish was just "okay". Ordered the chocolate mousse for dessert and it took forever to bring it out! read more

Romantic views!! Indoor and outdoor seating. They have heating lamps for the outside. My sandwhich was kinda plain Jane but my husbands burrito was huuuuuge! Social distancing is enforced and waiters are wearing masks. read more

Riverside - Breakfast sandwhich and breakfast burrito - New American Near Me - Hood River, Oregon

This is second time we've eaten at Riverside. Every meal is fantastic. It's very innovative. Menu portions are fine very fresh, vibrant dining. We have eaten in a lot of restaurants in hood river and I would rank this among the top ones in hood river. We went back for breakfast and it was just as good as dinner was. The server even made an exception and made a custom order for me. She substituted chorizo for the corn beef in the hash. How good is that Antonio if you don't check this place out you're missing one of the best restaurants in Hood River. read more

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Wow. I had heard such good things, but NOPE. I will never go back. I love a beet salad, so this is what I ordered. The beets were CRUNCHY (YUCK), the dressing was literally lemon pledge, and I had to salt my salad. Even then, it was just gross, and it literally made my nauseous. I paid $87 for the worst food I have ever eaten in a restaurant, AND it took almost 45 minutes to get it. Absolutely NOT ever again. read more

My girlfriends and I came to the Best Western tofu by the pool for the weekend. We had breakfast here the first morning. It was 9:40 on a Saturday and we waited about 25 mins for a table, but walking along the river was a nice distraction. I ordered a Bloody Mary. The pickled veggies were very good and the Mary was decent, if a little light on the vodka. Service was efficient, if not necessarily friendly. We ordered the avocado toast and the chilaques. The avocado toast needed seasoning, but the bread was good. There was an enormous amount of greens that probably get tossed 9/10 of the time. The chilaquiles were delicious--well-seasoned with the tortilla strips soaked in salsa verde and were somehow a bit crispy. There were no beans, which I'm accustomed to and would have liked. But we really enjoyed this dish! Very filling. We also got a side of bacon, which was also a hit. read more

The view was incredible and the patio area was my favorite. But I can't say I was impressed with the food. I had Had the Tuna salad and the tuna was so salty. The two eggs added had no flavor the salad came out dry with no dressing or any type of flavor. Honestly the Tuna tasted out of a can albacore like. My husband liked the grilled cheese sandwich but that's hard to miss. Service was ok not too impressed. The drinks were the best thing aside from the views. I would try it again for breakfast was not fan of lunch at all. 4 out of a 10 for the drinks and incredible view. read more

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the views are beautiful and the food is outstanding. we came here when it was snowing and it could not have been a more romantic, delicious brunch! read more

We stayed at the Best Western and had breakfast here twice. We tried several of the savory and sweet dishes. All of them were tasty and nice size. They also serve the local 10 Speed Coffee, yummy. This place offer lunch, dinner, and a full bar. Beautiful views of the river and Hood River bridge are free with your meal. read more

Great views, we all enjoyed our meal, good service. Would stop again and again for the lovely experience.

I can not describe how AMAZING this restaurant is. Me and my daughter were stuck here due to closure on 84. The staff were amazing, and the food, oh my goodness, the food was so good. It is so hard to find good food these days I can explain how delicious it was! The view or the ambiance of the restaurant was absolutely stunning! 10/10 would come back here again read more

Riverside - This was the Cuban lunch sandwich it was truly amazing - New American Near Me - Hood River, Oregon

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The food, the service, the ambiance. It was amazing. The vodka pasta was out of this world.

I forgot all about this place! We stopped here on our epic (for us) West Coast beer road trip. We stayed in this hotel and came downstairs for brunch when we were checking out. It's a semi-cool mid-century hotel, with outrageously long sloping roofs to shield you from wind and rain (which both show up in force around here). You walk along long corridors with floor-to-ceiling windows. It's a great 60s/70s time capsule, and it's not even aging that badly. It might not make you feel like James Bond, but maybe an accountant who worked downstairs from James Bond, back in the day. Anyway. Inside there's tons of elbow room, with tables neatly arranged in rows past a huge bar, all the way across the room to even-huger windows that command a great river view. The place gets PACKED, clearly with tons of locals among the tourists. It's a traditional breakfast and brunch place, with the eggs, the taters, toast, cakes, and so on. Staff are super nice, and the bar never stops making and sending drinks. It's a fun place for mimosas, bloodys, and all that. Prices here were fair, and food came out quickly. Food was solid. It's the kind of place you keep coming back to. read more

This location it advertises as the only Riverside dining location in town. As far as hood river is concerned this location is probably the best anywhere. The view is spectacular, and the deck is superbly clean staff is friendly and quick, and the meal was excellent. Parking is ample since they have their own parking lot adjacent to the hotel. We enjoyed the Riverview with a meal and excellent service. Prices were reasonable and what more could you ask for on a trip up and down the Pacific Northwest coast. Well recommended, we will return. read more

Riverside - View from the deck is wonderful - New American Near Me - Hood River, Oregon

We were told by some of the locals to go to Riverside for dinner. We stayed at the hotel next door. We sat at the bar and had dinner, the service was great. My husban ordered a Manhatten and I had a glass of their Chardonay. The Manhatten was terrible and the wine was not what I was told it would be. We ordered the two for one pasta. She brought the Foccasia bread over, and it was cold white bread, tastless. The pasta came and I ordered the Vodka pasta with chicken and it was dark meat, what??? My husband got the mushroom pasta,tastless. And it was really spicy and we were told it was not. Very sad because it is a beautiful restaurant. With all the beautiful wine in Hood River why do they not carry better wines by the glass! We were told their was a new chief, sorry but he needs to go back to school. read more

Tyler was an exceptional server and we appreciated her professionalism and enthusiasm during our meal. The salmon was very good and my husband's pasta was excellent. Highly recommend! Also JT at the bar was wonderful in creating cocktails for us! read more

Riverside offers an amazing view. My husband and I dined in for dinner and the service was a little spotty but the food and drinks made up for it. I had a beer and a strawberry habanero margarita and my husband had a kentucky iced tea and classic old fashioned. We split the bacon wrapped dates then it was the braised lamb pappardelle for him and garlic shrimp linguine for me. Since we were staying in the hotel, we also did breakfast. It was the breakfast BLT for my husband and eggs benedict for me. Both of those menu items were great as well. read more

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Beautiful restaurant, lovely river view, great service and authentic orecchiette pasta! We were on our way to Walla Walla and thought we would stop for a quick dinner in Hood river. What a surprise to find such a lovely setting on the river and a great menu. First they brought us complementary warm bread that was a meal in itself. My family is from Bari, Italy so I was very excited to see orecchiette on the menu since it is the traditional pasta of that region. They also had an amazing peach and burrata salad for starters. I had the veggie orecchiette and my husband had the gnocchi. Everything was amazing. Hood river is an hour from our home in Vancouver and it is definitely worth the drive to come back here again! read more

Riverside - The view from our outdoor table - New American Near Me - Hood River, Oregon

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Food was fabulous! The view of the river was amazing! The service was outstanding! Perfect night with the family! Highly recommend. read more

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Great location, friendly staff and prompt service along the Columbia River. I ordered the fresh tomato soup w pesto n pecorina. De-licious read more

Riverside - This is my view from the outdoor seating at Riverside. Great menu friendly servers and affordable pricing!!!! - New American Near Me - Hood River, Oregon

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3 stars for the food, 4 for the setting, and 5 for the service. Chanterelle on White Salmon bakery bread was really good (special of the day). Gnocchi were tasteless themselves, but sauce, cheese and zucchini in the dish were excellent. Strawberry Habanero Margarita was ok - way too much ice and not much taste. Vegan cheesecake was outstanding. Chocolate Hazelnut Torte was ok. Portions all very big. read more

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Best food I've had in the past year! Wonderful dining experience, great server! Our food was delicious. Seriously, if you aren't sure where to eat dinner I'm telling you this place is your best choice! read more

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The very best thing about this restaurant was its unbeatable location. Sitting on a wide balcony, you have stunning views of the river. The sunset was breathtaking. The food was pretty good as well! We started the with the calamari which was very tasty but pretty oily. For the main course, we ordered the pasta with lamb which was pretty good, but the pasta itself was a little underwhelming. The short rib was delicious and the polenta with greens were super tasty! Definitely a great place to check out when visiting Hood River read more

Riverside - pasta with lamb - New American Near Me - Hood River, Oregon

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This hotel is pretty nice with the hot tub and view.... But the breakfast at this restaurant is outstanding! I'm blow away every time we come. Lox and cream cheese and the chorizo hash were the standouts for me. read more

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Really good! I really enjoyed the fish! Really good! I really enjoyed the fish! Really good! I really enjoyed the fish!

The atmosphere is classy and modern. The food tastes local and made with precision and pride. We loved it so much we went for dinner and came back for breakfast! I am still giving 5 stars despite the slightly disjointed breakfast and very dry bagel... we were only told once our first meal was delivered that the second one would not be arriving because they were out of bagel for lox breakfast. To which we said "fine we are full after splitting this eggs Benedict anyway" but then a few minutes later the Lox did come and honestly the bagel was so dry/stale I didn't want to eat it. BUT, again I was willing to let it slide as our dinner experience was so phenomenal! The salads were not only reasonably priced at $9 ea but they were outstanding and really delicious. We had the kale Cesar and and beet salad. We also shared the shrimp linguine and the seafood was cooked to perfection and the sauce delectable.The food is great and the view takes it over the top! read more

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