The Growler Guys

We had previously gotten used to going to dimly lit dive bars, but this bar was much more lit, but…read moreit still had an intimate vibe to it There was one bartender working, and she was very friendly and helpful. She was cleaning and changing out kegs, and a couple taps weren't available. There was only a local beer, a cider, and Stella available on tap There is a pool table in the back, sports on the tv, a boutique section where you can buy trendy clothes toward the front, and a long list of unique shot options. There was a very pleasant aroma to the bar as you walk in, and everything just seemed immaculate The bar was a lot of fun, and we found ourselves sitting there for an hour or so Some tips: Check out the boutique section towards the front and walkways with some new threads. We didn't try them, but there were advertisements all over the bar for cabbage rolls... so, they must be known for them Cheers!!

We had a brilliant time watching word cup. You must try this place. Very accommodatingread more

The bar

Fun, clean, and inviting bar

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A local beer

Rogue Ales Public House

3.1(666 reviews)

1.0 mi

As we found the brewery last, we actually came in from the pier side vs the front entrance. Walking…read moreup we could see all the Goonie themed murals and decor, etc. I loved the dedication to the theme of the movie that in my eyes put a Astoria on the map. This location also had different beers options that the Eastside location so we were able to try more.

Astoria is a wonderful little town that features many restaurants worth trying. However, "Rogue"…read moreisn't one of them. The service was terrible, the prices weren't competitive, and I couldn't finish any part of my meal because of poor preparation and overall greasiness. Although the views of the Columbia River were good from the window tables, there are better restaurants in the downtown area so my recommendation would be don't "go Rogue."

Inside the Rogue at the bar.

A view of the driveway ... yes, driveway ... up to the pub.

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View of the Columbia River from the one of the tables out the open window.

Portway Tavern

4.0(203 reviews)

1.9 mi

I have stopped here a few times while out in the coast and it is always immaculate. Huge beer…read moreselection, lots of friendly folks, wonderful staff, and the best fish and chips I've had in a long time. This spot is unpretentious and comfortable. I try and stop every time I'm in Astoria and hungry.

Popped into Portway Tavern and had a really good burger…read more It was a crowded Thursday night and service was a bit slow, but really worth it. I ordered up a tasty burger which was cooked to perfection. Seemed like there was only one person taking care of the bar and all the food service which make it a long evening. But heck, the burger was great.

Ordering counter & full bar.

Grilled Blackened Chicken Sandwich for $14.75.

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Waterline Pub

4.8(24 reviews)

13.3 mi

This review is for the pub food. We have not stayed at the hotel, so I can't report how the rooms…read moreare. The pub/restaurant is excellent. It's not big...less than a dozen tables inside, there is outdoor seating, and when the weather is nice I bet it's a great place to be on a warm summer evening. Right on the water, with views of the boats. Ilwaco itself is a bit of a dungy town, but this place offers some delicious dishes, and the ambience is cozy, & romantic. We were immediately seated, as we were the only ones at the restaurant on this cold, wet PNW day. We both ordered a cup of their crab bisque. Delicious. It really hit the spot, and warmed up our cold bones. What I really liked about it was it wasn't too salty! Both my husband and I added a bit of salt and that elevated the flavor, but I liked that the chef didn't over salt it, and gave me the choice of how much sodium I wanted to add. My husband wished he had ordered a bowl. It is delightful, flavorful and a decent amount of crab in it, as well. (I enjoyed it so much, I forgot to take a picture of it!!) The chef really knows his stuff and has a great flavor profile on the menu. My husband ordered the Helm Burger with tots. He gave them two thumbs up. The burger patty looked fresh homemade, as opposed to frozen bought at Costco. It was a decent size, & thick and juicy. With the addition of bacon to it, he was greatly satisfied. I ordered the Deckhand. Let me tell you, this was a delicious sandwich! The pork is tender and juicy, the sauce is sweet but not overly so. The picked added a wonderful crispy texture along with the sweetness of the caramelized onions....it was a tastebud explosion. So good. And so filling. I had to take 1/2 home and was a bit annoyed when I found my husband ate it the next day for lunch! I guess that just means I'll have to go back sooner than later to order it again. I'd like to also mention that the tater tots were perfectly fried and crispy! The waitress from friendly and attentive and the chef was sweet and so pleased with our compliments. Don't wait a moment longer. Get yourself to Ilwaco and check this gem of a place out! You won't be disappointed.

Very disappointing! What happened to this little gem in the harbor? A couple years ago this was one…read moreof our favorite places to grab food and a pint in the harbor. Now, weeds growing up through the patio and paint peeling off the doors are what first greet you. Followed by a greeting of "sit anywhere", and so you choose a clean table that doesn't have the chairs leaned up against the table. Ordered from the over priced menu. Burger served over done, cheese cold - not melted. Shrimp had some strange oily sauce that was not the advertised lemon garlic. View of the harbor is still good, but not worth $100 for a barely edible lunch. Very sad.

Pan Fried Oysters!

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Crab bisque

Duffy's Irish Pub

3.9(42 reviews)

15.2 mi

Stopped in for the "fresh homemade pie" sign on the side of the road…read more My son has been dying for some pie today so I was so excited to support a small business. While I understand being the only person there to serve and what not, a prompt warning that the only flavor of pie was most definitely over a week old, soggy as could be, and full of undercooked, under mixed raw flour would have been human decency. To say this is the last time I will stop here is an understatement. Not to mention they charged me $16.75 for two slices on this paper plate and wrap. Thank you for ruining my 3 year olds excitement with what he described as "the saddest pie ever." Hopefully the food is better, but I won't be giving my money to these folks again. Best of luck

I did a double-take when I drove by this place the first time, as this quaint, cozy, cottage-like…read moreIrish pub is an island unto itself, in the middle of nowhere along an otherwise featureless highway. For a moment, I thought I had somehow took a wrong turn and had driven into rural Ireland. I was curious. I knew I had to check it out on our return drive home later in the day. Unfortunately, the hours posted to Yelp and Google were incorrect; either that, or the proprietors had closed early that Sunday night. Either way, they were gracious enough to let us poke about a bit before leaving, and I have to say, we will likely be making a special trip to revisit this place in the near future. The interior is warm, dimly lit, and filled with the heartwarming aroma of wood smoke from the black iron furnace, and Irish stew simmering in the kitchen. Lots of love and personal touches have been included in the interior decor: vintage artwork, framed and loose pictures, posters and newspaper clippings, antiques, tchotchkies, your standard neon bar signs, and hard wood furniture. It looks and feels lived in: a living history museum of the region, which apparently has more history than one would ascertain from driving through this tiny hamlet. Looking forward to knocking back a few drinks and enjoying a hearty meal here someday soon.

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Shelburne Pub

3.9(238 reviews)

15.2 mi

Great food and drinks! Vegan options (as is without having…read moreto customize). I had the kimchi fried rice and asked for a side of their peanut dressing- it was so delicious and flavorful. This meal was also vegan. We also had the bang bang Brussel sprouts (vegan) and they were delicious, crispy, cooked tender. My husband had a bowl of clam chowder and said "this is the best clam chowder I've ever had" not too think and seasoned amazingly. He also had the fish and chips which he kept saying were so fresh and good! Our server and bartender Denise was so personable! The cocktails so made us were amazing and her vibe made you feel right at home. The hotel was gorgeous and well maintained.

This place is amazing. Such a cool vibe with elite food. This is the best clam chowder I've ever…read morehad. Super tender clams that aren't tough and rubbery. It's a must order. We ordered the fried oysters and the breading was light and crispy. Excellent. The smoked salmon boxty was wonderful. The loaded fries could use a wee bit of improvement. Too strong of a garlic presence. Service was a tiny bit slow but understandable for a holiday weekend. This place is very special!

Parlor area

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Triangle Tavern

3.6(34 reviews)

1.5 mi

Take your Picture with the Rainer Brew Master. My Kinda Bar…read moreLocal Misfits ...Find out where to go or not. Locals Know the way or way not to go. Stumbling Distance from my Hotel..

My partner and I passed through Astoria on our road trip through Oregon. We were seeking out the…read morediviest of dive bars and came across Triangle Tavern. The bartender was excellent, such a great personality! We loved chatting with her. She even recommended another dive bar to check out. This was a great spot and I would love to visit again someday. If youre in Astoria, stop in and support local!!!

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Doc's Tavern

3.7(31 reviews)

23.7 mi

Good sports bar with games and beer and burgers. Pull tabs, pool tables, tvs, jukeboxread more

This is a beer/wine only establishment, as long as that's ok, read on. We love chill local bars and…read moreDoc's didn't disappoint. Great conversations with locals from Ocean Park and a just chill environment. If you want to relax and have a pint or a glass in Ocean Park take time to stop in.

This is ma pet. He was bought by my dad. He gets wiped 2 times

Cheeseburger w/chips & Mikes Hard Lemonade

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Salt Pub

4.2(305 reviews)

13.4 mi

Much better than I expected!…read more My kids were hungry after hiking to the light house. I quickly search for the restaurants nearby and found Salt Pub. We came in for pizzas, unfortunately, they didn't have. Surprisedly, they had kids meals and the portion was fair enough that we were happily finished our dishes. The handout fries can be little salty, otherwise, e writhing is perfect.

Needed to eat - thought we had put in the wrong address, but not it's on the bottom floor of a…read moremotel - we were worried but went in - super cute place with indoor and outdoor seating, good food, and a super nice waitress - food was hot and tasted great, and beer on tap was great - happy we got hungry at the right time and found this place!

Tuna melt

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Dave B.

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6 years ago

Terrible server..Mel should not be working at this place..total peice of work

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12 years ago

The best craft beer, served fresh daily. How can you beat that? Yum. read more

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Super friendly staff and great product selection. If Seaside had a "Cheers Bar" this would be it.read more

#THANKYOUTHURSDAY On…read morethe way home from our Cannon Beach overnight trip last weekend, we decided to swing through the Seaside Outlets. I mean, what kind of Washingtonian are you if you don't stop at at least ONE outlet mall? No tax, people... We mainly came to the outlets for Nike, Bath & Body Works, and Carter's. Being wine & beer lovers though, the name of this spot intrigued us. We were pleased to not find anybody else in the store except for the older gentleman working. The store is laid out nicely and is spacious. They've definitely got more wine than they do beer, but they've got a lot of both. The wine selection is phenomenal. So much! They've got wines from Oregon, California, and Washington. So many different kinds. I had a blast looking over all the different bottles and making my selections. My husband was also really happy with the beer offerings here. If you want to enjoy something in the store, you're able to do so. They have both wine & beer on tap available for consumption in the store. I didn't get the gentleman's name who was working, but he was so sweet and so helpful. I was having troubles picking between a few certain wines, and he helped make my decision and it was clear he was super passionate and knowledgeable about the products. Going further on that, he noticed my husband's beer selections and suggested a handful of other beers for him based off of the flavors he seemed to like - aka, we bought more beer than my husband intended ;) Even after grabbing two bottles of wine, and quiiite a bit of beer, after discount we only spent $60! There was a discount for a certain amount of cans (15% off for 8 I believe) and on the wines I snagged apparently too, which saved us $12. Highly recommend stopping by The Wine & Beer Haus if wine and beer is your jam. Outside of the wine & beer we got, the service was spectacular and I can only hope all the employees who work here are like the older gentleman who helped us out the day we were in. Thanks, The Wine & Beer Haus, for helping us add to our stash! ;)

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Came in on my wife's 42nd bday and we had a blast! The proprietor was badass, and an amazing host…read more The menu was three pages long yall!!!!! 3 PAGES!!!!! You hear me? Variety matters. The atmosphere was soo welcoming and the wife and I had a very pleasant time. 10/10, would definitely recommend.

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