Stopped by Helvetia Tavern and it absolutely lived up to the hype. I ordered the jumbo bacon burger…read morewith fries and everything was on point. The burger was huge, perfectly cooked, and loaded with flavor, the bacon really set it off. Fries were crispy and exactly what you want on the side. I sat outside, which made the whole experience even better. Super relaxed atmosphere, great spot to just hang out and enjoy a solid meal. Honestly, loved everything about it. Definitely coming back.

I went to the nearby lavender festival with friends. Afterwards, we decided to stop at Helvetia…read moreTavern for a bite to eat. We decided to sit inside, most customers were sitting outside. I inquired what vegan options they had, and was told their black bean burger was. So I ordered that and it came with fries. Since the sauces weren't vegan, I asked for mustard. Had to ask for it again after I got my burger. The burger wasn't all that tasty, fries were on the burnt side. One friend got the fish and chips. She was asked if she wanted tartar sauce, she said yes. But they forgot it. My other friend ordered a salad. The vibe of the place was pretty rustic, loved all the baseball hats hanging from the ceiling. I know this place is popular. Especially bikers out enjoying a motorcycle ride on the back roads.

Came in on a whim one day after one of the many events on the waterfront…read more Got a couple drinks with my brother and his fiancé, also shared some appetizers. We sat at the bar so service was excellent and everything came out quickly. The ladies working the bar were very friendly and checked in often. The spot in a typical dive bar feel. The dollar bills on the ceiling were probably my favorite part. I'm not out in Vernonia often but whenever I am I'll definitely stop back in for another drink.

I really like this dive bar. It's been here at the same location under various names for over 100…read moreyears. It's everything you could want in a dive bar. Great comfort food and lots of it for very reasonable prices. Outstanding wait staff! Parking can be a little tight but go around the corner and there is lots of parking if you don't mind walking a half a block. The sub shop next door has lots of parking but they get a bit snippy if bar patrons park there. For me it's a burger, fries and a Colorado koolaid. They do have a full menu but when I find something I like I tend to stick with it.

Ordered the Halibut Fish (the homemade tartar sauce (had some fresh dills and capers) was very…read moredelicious too) & Tots (fried to perfection), and Hungarian Goulash (Homemade Stew). Both were very good and homemade. The water is tap water.

I have probably driven by the Elderberry Inn a hundred times on my way to and from the Oregon…read morecoast. Well, curiosity finally got the best of me, so I decided to stop in. Ample seating both inside and outside in a dark cabin/lodge with a separate bar area...This place was a vibe! You can also spend the night in the inn or in your camper if you want. I pretty much had the place to myself when I arrived, so the service was great. I ordered the Bacon and Blue Cheese Burger with fries. The burger was amazing and tasted like it had been made on a bbq grill, perfectly cooked! The fries also came out nice and warm. I will definitely visit more often on the way back from the beach!

What really made the experience stand out was the service. My waitress was incredibly friendly,…read moreattentive, and made us feel right at home from the moment I walked in. If you're looking for a cozy atmosphere, great comfort food, and warm service, Alice's Country House is definitely a place to visit. We'll absolutely be back.

Super friendly. Super cute and homey feel as you walk in. It's decorated in lumberjack photos and…read moreequipment which represents local history. The menu had lots to choose from including a small portion's menu for folks like who don't eat a whole lot. I didn't order from there in the end and I got spruce clue with home fries instead of French fries since it was 9:30 am after all. lol. I just wasn't in the mood for breakfast. My club was massive and not disappointing. I really enjoyed our visit there and meeting some of the locals.

Love a good simple menu with great tasting food. Take a…read moredrive out to Vernonia to walk the main strip and check out the cute shops. Then stop here for a bite to eat!!! They have a special going on with a crab Rangoon grilled cheese. This sandwich had the perfect crispy crust with an oozy crab meat inside full of flavor. We also ordered a side of crazy fries on the side. The service is great and everything cooked to order. There is one table outside but nothing covered. We took our order home to eat and it was still piping hot. This is a go to place for breakfast and sandwiches!

This place is a real deal sandwich place! Fresh ingredients, punchy drinks like the guava refresher…read morewhich we loved! We had the grinder, this month's special, fries ,side salad and he made a custom sandwich for our picky young kiddos. 10/10 recommend, we will be back!

The food was delicious. Sandwich size was a little small, but the flavor was excellent…read more We had the Rueben and French Connection. Both were very good. The pastrami was great! We also tried the pretzel sticks. They were very delicious as well. Had a beer and it was very good. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Atmosphere was very casual. Felt no rush to eat and run. We hit at an odd hour, between major meal times, so there was plenty of seating and clearly people just enjoying being there. If in the area again, will definitely recommend stopping in to try other sandwiches.

Overall: meh. My…read morechicken wrap was bland and my partner's panini was Sad. The bathrooms were small and there was a constant line. The ambience was amazingly loud for how empty the seating of the restaurant was. Though it was a long line to order. It's not a bad place, but it's not a great place. Maybe the beer is good but we didn't order drinks and the food was overpriced. It is the sports bar for the town.

Went yesterday after a river day. They said kids were allowed out side. We went outside and there…read morewas dog poop all over the yard and a marijuana bong sitting on the outside bar top! Our server first came out and said it'd be a little bit of a wait. We ordered two rounds of breadsticks and drinks then our main meals. She got drinks out fairly quickly but then all of a sudden our server just left. No saying goodbye or anything. We sat there for over an hour and a half! Never got asked if we wanted refills on drinks or anything. The kids and I asked for pickles and only one of us got any, there was no server in site to ask for any. One of us got a western burger and at the end on the plate there was corn?Then it came down to paying. I had to run around and look for someone to take my money, they said they don't collect money from outside or up front and I'd have to ask the bartender to cash me out. I ended up waiting over 10 minutes at the bar just to pay... It was overall a horrible experience and I don't think we'll ever be back. I never make reviews but I figured I'd save other people the frustration and disappointment

Far better experience than across the street.best food in vernonia .best service very nice staff…read morewaitress was top notch will be back.

In general, the Portland metro area doesn't have burgers worth crowing about…read more The old timers will rave about Helvetia Tavern, Skyline, Roake's, Jim Dandy, Mike's Drive In, Fuller's, and Nob Hill burgers. These are various takes on Burger King's Whopper and it's difficult to prove otherwise. Canard's steamed slider? A chef'd up White Castle. Champs, Farmer and the Beast and Tulip Shop? Yes, every city has smash burgers now, congratulations. Wolf's Head? The issue with throwing pork into the mix is some days it's glorious and some days it's the driest burger you'll ever eat. Higgins?! Yes, dad, your $30 bacon cheeseburger was totally worth it and not at all a slightly upgraded McMenamins offering. But Five Stars? I'm genuinely stunned every time Grand Lodge has a show and this place isn't packed. Those who know treasure it, and those who lack the patience are missing out. There's enough commentary on the spartan interior and the counter-and-drink-cooler aesthetic, but the important detail is the note to customers to the right of the register: Your meal is going to take time. It's going to be perhaps 20 to 40 minutes. It will not come out before that time. If you are in a hurry, please go elsewhere. They say this as straightforwardly as they can: They would rather have the time to prepare your meal correctly and sell fewer burgers than churn out nonsense to more customers. Armed with that knowledge, I ordered a bulgogi cheeseburger, took my drink, and settled in to watch the traffic. On a weekday, my only companions were older couples who'd clearly been coming in for years. About 25 minutes later, the burger arrived on its char-toasted kaiser bun (a rarity out here). On the first bite, I encountered both flavor and texture I could only compare to a wagyu-based take on a Big Mac that I'd sampled at a Chicago culinary festival. The patty melted into a near pate, while the bulgogi blended with the cheese into a complementary umami flavor that chains like Umami Burger never quite achieved and local spots like Mr. Bento seem too focused on speed and volume to prepare correctly. I am absolutely late to the party here and realize that countless influencers, food critics, car clubs, and Western Washington County regulars have already made 5 Stars an overwhelming success. But that "best in Oregon" claim isn't just a tilted Yelp score or foodie hyperbole: It's a whole lot of time and effort paying off in a product worth the expense. 5 Star unquestionably makes the best burger in this state, but it's the care taken by the family behind it and the genuine love of the community surrounding it that separates it from the crowd. P.S. I can't believe the former owner of Piattino left a bad review. What would I rather do with my life: Make food and experiences that people remember months to years later and serve as the basis for comparison to every burger that comes next, or open the 30th reclaimed-barnwood restaurant in town with a forgettable take on the same pizza made by at least three other Portland spots?

Have driven past this place maybe 100 times having worked previously in Cornelius and currently in…read moreForest Grove. Knew it had a cult following but just had not been able to make a stop in until a couple of weekends ago after making a trip to the library that is right down the street. Visited on a Friday lunchtime. We were the only people there at first but the take-out business was jumpin' with calls coming in every few minutes. We waited maybe 20 minutes, which seemed totally fair given the care and attention given to making our order. During the wait perused all the license plates on the wall and watched them work the grill. The owner and his wife plus son (?) were all so friendly. Appreciated their giving us a heads up about how big the food would be and not risk over-ordering. We had a a plain hotdog (with fries) and a plain cheeseburger (with fries) and they were both tasty despite the kids ordering literally the most blah things on the menu. Next time momma will get what she wants!