Five stars for being a super cool spot! Incredible building with an even cooler outside patio, along with a stage featuring free live music! Great stop from Mt Hood to Portland! We stopped for Bon Bon Vivant for our first visit. Staff are welcoming and friendly! Menu is BBQ. I ordered the sampler with baked beans and Caesar salad, plus a cup of mac & cheese. The mac and cheese is supposed to be great, but our little cup didn't seem as broiled and bubbly as boats we saw - not hot and breadcrumbs mildly toasted, but tasted decent. BBQ was okay, but you don't get any chicken in the sampler - heavy on pulled pork - the ribs were pretty tasty, brisket was okay. I will explore other food options on the menu next visit, but recommend checking it out. read more

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Tried the ludicrous sandwich and i cant say i was terribly impressed but the pie was delicious and the total price was pretty good for right now. the staff was friendly and the interior is decorated for sure. Its a good option for food if you're in the area read more

Skyway Bar & Grill - Lemon Cream pie with raspberry topping - Barbeque Near Me - Zigzag, Oregon

This is our first time, to come here, oldest son recommend it here, we were seated outside right away, under an umbrella, at after 3pm early dinner. The parking lot was crowded, but they were able to handle our party of 5 with 1 child easily. One of us held two glasses of iced water, and the rest stacked together empty, with a pitcher full of iced water, while the waitress seated us to our table. To order, you walk to the bar. They will deliver your food. All the adults ordered the same, Sampler plates with sides vary. The children ordered Cheese burger with fries, and Chicken strips with fries. Our sampler came with pulled pork, ribs, and brisket. I'm not fond of pulled pork, but I like the ribs and brisket. I also liked my fries and Caesar Salad, specially my fries. My youngest son didn't finished his baked beans, and hubby brought home some of his baked beans. On the bottom was bread & pickles. Oldest son wanted my pickles, but I gave one to grandson, and I ate the rest. We all agreed, our meal was great, including the peas! The sad part of this dinner? We wanted Coconut Cream Pie. We wanted 4 but they've ran out. This was our 51st Wedding Annniversary and Father's Day, and they've ran out of Coconut Cream Pie? Minus 1 star! BTW: The sun was hitting two of us in the group, so we alternate, and the rest remain where they were. It was still a beautiful day, to spend a meal outside. The noise of cars going by the highway, can be annoying. The restroom: it's clean and functional. read more

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After a long day of snow shoeing up on the mountain, the best thing to have is skyway bar and grill!! The staff were super friendly upon arrival and helped answer a few of the questions I had. The food was super tasty and when it comes to the sides, the baked beans and coleslaw were absolutely perfect. Will absolutely make this a regular place every time we go up to the mountain! read more

Skyway Bar & Grill - Brisket plate with baked beans, Cole slaw and all the BBQ sauces! - Barbeque Near Me - Zigzag, Oregon

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Large venue with great ambience on a summer day/night. Yummy BBQ, and plenty of seating inside and out. There is quirky/kitschy art throughout the property, reminiscent of McMenamins. The brisket and smoked chicken were delicious, as was the mac n' cheese. I also noted that they have live music of all manner on stage in the outdoor seating area, which would make for a perfectly lovely evening, so we will definitely be back for that. read more

If you love Mac and cheese, you'll go crazy for theirs! I stuck to a drink and a boat/bowl of their Mac and cheese with no additions and it was so solid! My SO got the sliced brisket and said it was phenomenal. Outdoor space is really nice and super fun. They have a concert area outdoors some nights, too! Don't forget that you have to go to the bar to order food and drink and give them your table number. Other than that, will definitely be back next time we're in the Portland/Hood area! read more

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Quirky BBQ spot with delicious meats and apparently some of the best Mac n' Cheese in Oregon. We went with the Sampler and the Chicken. The meats were indeed tasty and tender. The favorite being the ribs, then the pulled pork. The sauces were delicious and tangy. They got a few delicious sides for you to choose from too. Fries could have been crispier and service was slow though. Overall, not a bad stop especially on a sunny day! read more

Skyway Bar & Grill - Barbeque Near Me - Zigzag, Oregon

Decided to stop by here after spending the day on the mountain, and it did not disappoint! We got the sampler to share, and it was plenty for two people. It came with pulled pork, 1/4 rack of ribs, and sliced brisket. It comes with two sides, and you can get Mac n cheese for $3 upcharge. I highly recommend getting the mac n cheese and the lumpy mashers! The pulled pork was solid. The brisket was a bit dry, but I loved the ribs. I will be back for those. I recommend the mystery BBQ sauce. Good service, our server was very attentive. read more

Skyway Bar & Grill - Barbeque Near Me - Zigzag, Oregon

This place is hard to beat after a day on the mountain. I've been here a couple of times and always leave verrrry satisfied. I can personally vouch for the chicken hind quarter and brisket with the Magical Mr. E sauce-- truly phenomenal. Their fries are perfectly cooked and extremely crushable, and I really loved the Caesar salad too! This place gets pretty packed so service can tend to be slow, but the volume of people there on any given day - even in the non-snow season - speaks to how great this place is. read more

First, I'm not a fan of their low-service model: they hand you silverware and cups, you order at the bar, etc. That said, the Truffled Cheese Grit Cake was the winner of the day, so good! They shine when it comes to sides: Garlic cheese fries were ample. Mac and Cheese gooey with crisp edges. BBQ beans were sweet and savory. Unfortunately, the BBQd meats were average: Pulled Pork Sliced Brisket Ribs Yard Bird Considering the area, the great vibe, and fair prices I still recommend the place. read more

Skyway Bar & Grill - Sampler Platter - Barbeque Near Me - Zigzag, Oregon

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The best brisket I've ever had. That's says a lot for someone who just spent the last 6 months in Durham, NC. Great service too. Unique indoor and outdoor ambiance. Highest recommendations for affordable casual dining on the mountain. read more

A cute outdoorsy place! We had high expectations for the food. We got frickles, mac n cheese with some meats, beans, potatoe salad and brisket. All the meats were minimal and extremely dry and flavorless. We also didnt get the mystery sauce that was supposed to top it off. Come for the vibe, food, not so much. read more

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Nice kilt by place with fantastic smoked meat and super friendly staff. A good place to stop on the way to or from Mt Hood fun! I am very hard to please when it comes to Mac & Cheese, tasted my kinds and almost all were not worth the calories. This place has awesomely tasty Mac and Cheese and wonderful "hook ups" add on. Prices are what you would expect. A definite place to explore. I can't wait till summer to return when the outdoor area has live music. Well done to the Skyway people! read more

Wow this is my new favorite place! Mac and cheese bar, bbq, live music, dancing and the nicest staff ever!!! Amazing vibes all around. So much seating and cute decor! read more

Skyway Bar & Grill - Barbeque Near Me - Zigzag, Oregon

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The food and vibe here are always fantastic - lots of outdoor seating & fire pits. Generous portions.

This is no doubt the best alpine eatery for any northwesterner who relishes nuanced fare with a southern flare. The ribs are to die for, and the mac & cheese and fried pickles will absolutely kill your hunger. Helpful hint: show up ready to throw down- c'est magnifique! Now let's talk about the interior. The ambiance couldn't be any cooler with the soft, warm lighting and dim atmosphere. As you wait impatiently hoping the back of the house will goose your order, you'll gander in the front of the house at their very unique and varied decor, just marveling. Almost as much as your gut will as you uncontrollably shovel their delectable eats down your gullet, once it makes its brief but welcomed appearance on your table. And what would any restaurant for ski bums be without a fireplace big enough to put all of your in-laws into? Oh, whoops. Uh...next to? I would be remiss not to inform you that there is a large dining table situated pretty close to the fireplace. We think it can be fun sometimes to pretend like we're really cold and hover super close to the group occupying that table while acting like we didn't notice them. If you do this, be sure to pay attention to the looks on their faces. They don't deserve to sit there anyway. Every year we go up into the Mt. Hood Wilderness for our Griswold Family Christmas tree (sans shovel). And each time our hunt is invariably followed by getting medieval on Skyway foodstuffs. It goes without saying that breaking our yearly tradition at Skyway would be nothing short of a sacrilege. Eat here. My wife and I give this place two very generous thumbs up. read more

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We pulled up to Skyway hungry after a hike. The outdoor seating was nice with lots of greenery/plants. It was a little loud with the road right by it but the fence helped. Our waitress was very sweet and helpful. Now for the food: sadly, we were pretty disappointed with the food. The meats were nothing special, the coleslaw was lacking flavor and the fries were soggy. The Mac and cheese was the only redeemer. We will probably be back when we are in the area. But we will skip the sampler plate. I recommend the Mac and cheese with meat on the side. read more

The whole place is a vibe. The music wasn't too loud where you can't have a convo. The staff was really friendly and great. I wish there was more done with the tofu. I'm glad they had a vegan option. The tofu just tasted barely cooked with bbq. Maybe fried or cooked longer for actual texture? The fries were great and the beet salad was okay. I would come back for the music and vibes- not sure I'd order the tofu again. read more

Skyway Bar & Grill - Barbeque Near Me - Zigzag, Oregon

I love this place so much, the pulled pork Sando is amazing. Be wary the wait time can be significant but it is so worth it. Mac n cheese is awesome too!! I come here whenever we are in zig zag! read more

Came here the last two weekends and the vibe is great! The patio has tons of seatings, the music is top notch and the food was amazing! The server came by to check on us a ton, we felt very taken care. Best place on the mountain for BBQ & Music! read more

Skyway Bar & Grill - Tofu Sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Zigzag, Oregon

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After a long hike or a day on the slopes, this is the spot to stop by for delicious food and tasty drinks. Everything that is prepared is done so with so my heart and soul. The outdoor seating area is great fun and they also host live music. Go check it out! read more

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Stopped on the way back from night ski, this place is super cute, I'd really love to go back during the summertime to enjoy the front patio area. Just ordered some beers, the truffle fries and a cup of the Mac and cheese. The Mac and cheese was just as good as I thought it was going to be with a crispy top and lots of ooey gooey goodness. The fries were pretty good as well. Plenty of seating and good service but it was also 8pm on a Sunday night. read more

This place is legendary. Positively delicious burgers and brisket. Love that there is music and outdoor seating with fire pits etc. Highly recommend. read more

I was excited to come to Skyway Bar and Grill after a day on the mountain, especially since I grew up coming here. While the ambiance was nice in the outdoor area, I was disappointed by the cold brisket, pulled pork, and ribs. The portions on the sample plate were surprisingly small for the 30 dollar price. Also, the wonder bread topped with pickles isn't impressive. Regarding the service, the server and hostess were kind and professional, but the bartender was very rude and treated my family and I as if we weren't welcome in their establishment. It was a disappointing experience to say the least. read more

The reason for the one star is the brisket. The other things were OK but the brisket was cold mostly fat mushy and gray looking. We were trying to figure out what it was until we realized it was the brisket. Crazy small portion also and cold. Wouldn't call it brisket read more

We ate here twice. They got their shtick down! The waiting area is near the stage where they have live music. You can wait there for your table or sit there after the mealtolisten to the band. There are tables everywhere and tea lights and just neat little touches to make outdoor eating so enjoyable. Some days when staff is short, you take your order to the bar and give it and they bring it to the table. Other days they take your order. The ribs, brisket, and mac and cheese were very good. They charge for sauce which is a bit unusual but meh. Dessert is meh..a cookie or scoops of ice cream. A cup of mac with additions is a meal. The bowl is fine but the cup is very filling. Everyone was friendly and easy going. Great place! read more

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Skyway was suggested to us by someone who lives in the area, and it has become our go-to destination when we're staying nearby, or when we're coming down off the mountain. We're certainly not alone in being fans of Skyway - if the weather is nice, expect a crowd. Thankfully, they are well staffed with friendly people who know what they're doing. On our most recent visit, we were able to visit the outdoor bar and relax in the area by the outdoor stage while we waited for a table. The menu of BBQ staples is reliable - everyone in our group was happy with choices from all over the menu. read more

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Have not been here for years. Reviews left me a little concerned about the food. Party of 4, had the Eggnog, Killer Koko, 3 brisket sandwich's, 2 Mac & cheese, Caesar salad. All was amazing, would absolutely stop by and order again. Service was a touch slow, but heard someone had called in sick. Good Job Skyway!!! read more

Celebrating my sister in laws birthday after a full day at Timothy Lake. We had to wait for 45min -1hr but the were able to seat all 11 of us. Service is not gushing with attentiveness. They are busy all they way till closing time. I would say they are focused and efficient. Now the grub - the Mac and cheese is their signature dish and it is justified. My daughter said it is the best she has had in a very long time. The sampler platter is good. The ribs a little dry but the sauces are very good. The brisket is awesome and the pulled pork was also good. The pastrami sandwich has a bit too much pretzel bun for my liking. A marbled rye would be less doughy. Overall we had a fabulous time and a fabulous local fixture. Life don't get better than that. read more

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Wow, their Mac n cheese is the best I've EVER had! Everyone at our table of 5 enjoyed our entrees.

We stopped in for an early dinner before the entertainment started. We had the brisket, pulled pork and the baby ribs. All were very tender and well prepared. The ribs were falling off the bone. The sauce was so so. Being from the South it was not my preference. Almost a Covid feel ... carry your own water to the table, go to the bar to order and pay. Basic out door sitting unless you want to sit inside with no AC. People walking around trying to find a place out of the sun. The food was worth everything else read more

Wow an incredible place out in Rhododendron area near Skibowl. This place is packed at dinner time. Ordered some food to go and took a little walk to the stage area to listen to some live music while waiting for our order. Lots of tables and spacing. Staff is following all the COVID safety precautions which is great. The service was friendly. Finally got the food and drove off like a hangry person. I was hungry after a day of trail hiking Behold the glorious BBQ selection. Brisket , ribs and pork shoulder sandwich all tender fall off the bone Meaty goodness 5 star for the level of smokiness. Just the right amount that wasn't bitter or too strong 5 star for bbq meat that's tender. Nothing dry was served to me compared to other reviews. Everything had a great flavor not overly Smokey or salty. The bbq sauces are delicious also. The pork shoulder was killer. Great bread selection also, held together perfectly. Could use some pickles and coleslaw but that's another side item I didn't order. 3.5 star for the side items. The fries were ok. Nothing to rave about. The lumpy potatoes were cold but buttery. The beans were no good. Just too much tangy sauce and no pork fat. No bacon or lardons to accompany the Smokey sweet bbq beans I imagined. They were cold also. Well this place has excellent barbecue. They delivered their A game today. -1 (negative) star for some hygiene issue. There was an extra long brown curly hair near the meat platter on top of the white bread and below the brisket. I can tell you it ain't mine but I picked it out. I guess someone needs to wear a hair net. That was a major let down Food was great just need to improve the quality of sides and some basic kitchen hygiene. read more

Skyway Bar & Grill - Brisket and ribs combo - Barbeque Near Me - Zigzag, Oregon

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I try to visit this place whenever I'm in the Mt. Hood area, as it's just 15 minutes down the mountain from Government Camp...where there are zero good food options. Crazy good eclectic decor inside with stained glass everywhere, a funky tin ceiling and a 100 year old wood burning fireplace in the front room (where obviously you should sit) make it worth a visit alone, and the small but satisfying menu seals the deal. I'm not a BBQ aficionado, and what meats I've had here seem dry but flavorful, but the sauces offer a good spectrum of spice. The sides - beans, coleslaw, fries, whatnot, are all excellent, and I hear the Mac n Cheese is next level. There are salads and tofu options as well. The place has live music almost every week, which is awesome, and come summertime, they open up the back patio --- a lovely, sprawling space with tables, a separate bar and a stage for the band. Lots of free parking helps too. read more

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The last time I was in was pre-pandemic. After numerous visits prior to that I can definitively tell you the ribs are generally bad - full of gristle, not a great bark, overdone, and not that meaty. On my first time in I raved about the ribs but for me they never again were anywhere that good. No idea why but after asking the owner and a couple waitresses about the inconsistency, I was given nothing more than lip service. Save your money and Just don't. The prices were high which I don't mind given the location, but the general quality and quantity cause me concern as it should you. The ONLY item this place does (or did) right is the mac and cheese. And that's the ONLY reason I give it two stars. It would otherwise garner an unequivocal one star rating. Pro Tip: They don't offer wi-fi nor do they accept Apple Pay. Unless you are passing by and are ok with overpriced mediocre food and/or want to get drunk, there isn't any reason in my view why you'd ever want to stop. read more

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Mac and cheese here is absolutely wonderful. Not too dry or too liquidy, the sauce is rich and perfect. Bread crumbs and sprinkled cheese on the top add a crisp layer. The reason for the 3 star is the bbq is not good. Dry and lean, we had a sampler plate and really didn't like any of it. We were told the chef was a pitmaster from Texas. As a Texan myself, I was surprised to hear this when I tasted the meat. Go to this place, but pass on the bbq. Service has been good both times we went. Very cozy surroundings and lots of outdoor seating during good weather. read more

Skyway Bar & Grill - Mac and cheese with bacon and mushroom added. Delicious! - Barbeque Near Me - Zigzag, Oregon

My wife and I were returning from a weekend in Bend, when we happen to get stuck for more than an hour in the middle of the mountains on Highway 26 due to a fatal car accident blocking Highway. When they finally made it through, we were getting a little hungry, and stopped at the Skyway on a whim after seeing the twinking (Christmas?) lights from its patio as we drove by. Wow. What a lucky find! This place is amazing! How have I never heard of it before? We arrived at 7:30 p.m., and even though they close at 8 p.m., we were lucky enough to be seated for a table within about 15 minutes. During our wait, we were allowed to order drinks and hang out by the campfire, which was such a nice change from some other places, where loitering is heavily discouraged. The campfire out back was cozy and honestly, our wait wasn't anywhere near 15 minutes. Not wanting to burden them with a large order so close to closing, we split a bowl of their mac and cheese, which had come highly recommended from a regular customer of theirs that we met at the campfire. We added some pulled pork, pickled jalapeno and bleu cheese crumbles to the mix from the list of available toppings. If all of that sounds like absolute Heaven, you can be assured that it was! From the hostess to the waitress, and even including the customers, this is such a great place to hang out on a cold Winter's Night. The interior of the building is warm and inviting, filled with rustic kitsch and country charm. They have a stage where, in the "before times", live music was played, so we are really looking forward to coming back to check it out when things return to normal and we can actually enjoy live entertainment again! It might be a 45-minute drive from home to get back to the Skyway, but I have driven further and longer, for less amazing places than this! I think from now on, any time we are going through the pass by the way, this is going to become a regular stop for us. Because the memory of that mac and cheese will linger for a long time, and bodes of so many other wonderful things on that menu that I am looking forward to trying! read more

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Sat outside Beautiful day sat outside Nice courtyard, lots of traffic noise Tried the sampler Brisket...good, ok flavor Pulled pork...tender Ribs...very tough. Not good Fries...underdone Coleslaw...too finally shredded for me. Hardly any texture Good service, water glass filled multiple times Probably a 3 but service was nice read more

Skyway Bar & Grill - Sampler - Barbeque Near Me - Zigzag, Oregon

Purchased 2-$24 brisket plates and an $18 brisket sandwich. They all had more fat than meat. Cool place and friendly staff but food left much to be desired. read more

The food is excellent and big servings. I ordered beef brisket and it is so tender and huge. Place is cute and has a nice bar and outdoor dining. The staff are so courteous. Outside seating is a cute area. When you are in the area you should not miss this. read more

Skyway Bar & Grill - Bar area - Barbeque Near Me - Zigzag, Oregon

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I'm not sure how many times I've passed this place coming and going on my way from mount hood telling myself that I need to try this place out. I'm happy to claim that I no longer have to keep telling myself that. Coming back from a long day of skiing I wasn't going to pass up the opportunity to give it a shot. Apparently a lot of people had the same idea because there was a LONG wait. They made good use of their outdoor space, too our drink orders and escorted us out to the back yard area while we waited for our table. Once seated we were ready to dive into all the incredible flavors and smells we had been anxiously waiting for. We started off with the Garlic Cheese Fries which were very tasty and a good starter to share. I went with the Brisket Sandwich while others went with The Mac N Cheese and The Sampler (a little bit of everything). The meat was delicious. Melted in your mouth. The 3 sauces simply added a new layer of flavor on top. Our waitress was super kind and talkative during our visit. Now that I know how great this spot is. It'll become part of my ski routine! read more

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