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.

A really neat Swedish brunch spot located conveniently in the Hood River Hotel lobby. The old…read moreschool fireplace creates a really cozy vibe. Note it could get busy on the weekends and service may get backed up, leave extra time if needed. The menu consists of traditional Swedish dishes. Highlights include: the Danish pancakes and smoked trout. The pancakes were super soft and paired perfectly with the maple syrup. For protein choice definitely go for the trout; it's smoked really well and the saltiness goes well with everything. Overall a great brunch spot, we'd recommend!

We asked a local where to go for breakfast and he directed us to Bette's. We were not disappointed!…read moreThe service was beyond friendly, the food can out quickly despite the restaurant being fairly busy. We had the country scramble and the smoked salmon benedict. Both items were delicious and very filling. I recommend a stop if you're looking for a home style cooked meal. We didn't have room for pie but it looked fabulous! Next time!

We held my daughter and son-in-law's post-wedding brunch in the lovely back room at Bette's Place,…read moretechnically called Bette's Korner. To say that the restaurant did a great job with our party is an understatement. A huge thank you to the amazing staff who served our group and made our celebration both effortless and delicious! Now a few comments on the food. Seriously, don't skip the pastries here since they're incredible. Since this was a party, I ordered trays of pastries for the group and got to try some of everything, including their enormous cinnamon rolls, maple bars, and fruit danish. All were the best I've ever had, although I had a special addiction to the maple bars. From there, our large group was able to order off their extensive regular menu. Every plate was gigantic and apparently very good (based on the appearance of our table at the end). I had their Crab Benedict which featured real crab drowning in tasty Hollandaise sauce. Bette's Place deserves all accolades. I'll remember our brunch there always.

We've been here twice, both times to grab sandwiches after a morning of hiking in the Gorge…read more They have a pretty big menu and offer options with soups, salads, and sandwiches, which I love! You order at the counter and they bring it out to you. The dining space is bright with tons of seating. I love that they make their own bread!! It's super soft and such a nice touch. I usually go with the turkey which has turkey, white cheddar, tomato, pickles, onion, lettuce, and hot mustard. It was a bit spicier than I would have liked, not that it was too hot, but that flavor was really dominant for me so I'd probably modify it a bit in the future or just build my own . My daughter loved her ham sandwich which comes with sprouts, avocado, and cucumber. My husband also really liked his Italian and their clam chowder. This place is definitely worth a stop if you are hungry in the Gorge!

Quite a bad visit, with one caveat. Upon entering we went…read moreto 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.

We stopped in after the morning rush for breakfast before heading west to hike to several…read morewaterfalls in the Columbia River Gorge. Needless to say, coffee was first priority, but we also were looking for a decent breakfast to keep us going. At 9 am on a Wednesday, we were the only customers in the place. The barista/waitress was very helpful answering questions about the menu, and even gave us a view tips on which waterfalls to visit. Our lattes were very good, but my Breakfast Sandwich with Barbacoa ranks as the absolute best breakfast sandwich I've ever sampled. Wow, such an incredible palate pleaser, and very large for a breakfast sandwich. I just wish I lived a lot closer! We hung out for 90 minutes waiting for the skies to clear before starting our day. Good wi-fi and comfortable surroundings. Definitely worth the stop!

Donuts were amazing every time Coffee was on point!!…read more Everything we ordered was amazing will definitely be back Drinks amazing!!

my favorite and best coffee shop in town! Excellent customer service, great coffee taste, unique…read morelounge, you leave very satisfied!

Cute little cafe that offers breakfast and lunch all day. Ordered siragusa pear turkey and Brie…read morepanini, tuna salad and a latte. The salad was refreshing with decent portion of tunas. The panini was quite good too however it would be much better with a slice of pickle. Overall a pleasant experience and would stop here again.

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

We were visiting a wedding venue viewing on Sunday & was looking for a place for breakfast while we…read morewait for the viewing to occur & chose this place. I am saddened to say I don't remember coming here several years back - per my husband- but I can say I won't forget again. This place is an absolute gem! Luckily we got there early (opens at 0600 - got there around 0800) because after we sat down, it had a constant flow of traffic. Our party of 5 was sat quickly & order taken just as fast. In Oregon, they can't serve alcohol until after 0700 and when I saw their mimosa options I was get happy. I went with the standard mimosa while my husband went for the dole whip option. They were both excellent & priced well. We split the special eggs Benedict which had great flavor& presentation but the egg was over done which was slightly disheartening. I got a side of bacon to go (for my puppies) and cinnamon roll to go as well. I was full but couldn't go without it ! It didn't disappoint and sure would have been better if eaten there directly. Overall the menu is expansive and I will be back to try more options! If in the area, I would highly recommend stopping & giving it a shot

Amazing buffet for Mother's Day tonight. So many delicious choices of excellent food. Everything…read morewas so good including the array of desserts . I would definitely enjoy this again. The service was perfect. Thank you Luis. Sitting outside on the deck was so comfortable and beautiful.

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.

Cute little vegan cafe and bakeshop in the heart of Hood River! I tried the breakfast burrito (two…read moreof my favorite words, put together) and was not disappointed. Nice portion size and the burrito came lightly grilled and full of a nice creamy slaw. The portion was great to eat half now and eat half after my hike in the Gorge. My black coffee came out a bit cold and my food came in a ToGo box when I asked for here, but I'll chalk that up for a one off!

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.

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.

I have celiac and they assured me it would be safe for me to eat here. I know not all restaurants…read moreare trained in how to prepare food for allergies or celiac but this was the most absurd experience i've ever had eating at a restaurant. If it's not safe i'd rather someone just tell me. This kid wrote down "celiac" 3 different times acted like he understood what celiac was and the precautions. I think received my sandwich and asked if it was the gluten free bread, he looks at me like that was the craziest thing to ask. Takes it back comes back out with the gluten free bread on the same plate and told me to change the bread off the sandwich which is not at all how celiac works. He then took it back a third time after i asked for a refund and told me it was gluten free but it was the same bread as the first time. I know this review won't help everyone but hopefully it'll help someone. I saw a few other people with celiac said it was safe and i'm glad they had a good experience. But I got incredibly sick and it's insane to me that they didn't just tell me no. Will now be sick for 3 days so thanks.

We were visiting the area for the day and we were given the recommendation to head down to the…read morewharf. It was a cool, breezy day, perfect for watching kite surfers on the gorge. We were happy to find a coffee shop here, along with free street parking. Walking in, we were immediately greeted with the sweet aroma of coffee beans. I ordered a black coffee and P2 had their iced vanilla latte. The prices here are very reasonable, which we greatly appreciate! This place is on the small side and there was a line ahead of us and behind us. It didn't take too long to order and pick up our drinks when they were ready. We found a long table to enjoy our drinks. The coffee is good here. The beans aren't over-roasted, which made for a flavorful cup. There are floor-to-ceiling windows that allow an abundance of natural light to come in, and we could people watch. The baristas here were all friendly and service was fantastic! We'd be happy to return here if we're ever back in the area!

Chill place with great view of the river. Terrific service. My Americano was expertly crafted. Had…read moreto have another.