We had a great experience here! PET FRIENDLY with nice outdoor area seating with umbrellas!Food and…read moreservice was so good that we returned twice in the same day instead of trying a different restaurant. Doesn't look like much from the outside but very roomie, clean and nice inside. AMAZING service! Wish I had gotten the name of the young man behind the register yesterday that attended us. He was so nice, patient, and helpful! We sat outside in the front patio with our 2 pups enjoying the beautiful weather and got the food brought out to us. We split an oyster melt sandwich, albacore tuna sandwich, and their house made tomato/orange soup. You could tell the oyster and tuna both were very fresh and not canned or frozen nonsense. They said the tuna is sourced locally from Garibaldi area about 1/2 hour south of there. The strawberry lemonade had fresh strawberry in it and was delicious and not overly sweet. We then went for a very long walk on the beach to work it all off and came back few hours later to relax at the outside patio tables again and tried the dirty fries and salmon pita (BOTH DELICIOUS). and a must try too. The food here is different, unique, and not made how you would typically expect or get anywhere else. I thought the tuna sandwich would be boring but actually left me wanting more. We were sad upon return that we didn't get to try their CLAMS because they had run out since it's one of their most popular items, but we will DEFINITELY be returning to this place, and hope to be able to try their dinner menu sometime. We both highly recomend it!

While in Manzanita we had lunch at Offshore Grill. We were a big group and we were seated…read moreimmediately. The place is cute and the service very friendly. We got the Seafood Louie Salad, Orange Tomato and Basil soup, Thai Chili Chicken salad, Grilled Chicken sandwich. We liked all the items we ordered and enjoyed our lunch a lot.

The razor clams were outstanding -- fresh and perfectly prepared. The hand-breaded fried chicken…read moresandwich is an absolute must-order, and the shrimp were genuinely impressive in both size and portion. The scallop dinner was cooked to perfection, sweet and buttery with a beautiful sear. I always love the choice of a baked potato too! Beyond the food, the staff is warm and friendly, the vibe is relaxed and family-friendly, and the wine list is reasonable. This is exactly the kind of reliable, welcoming spot you want to visit. We'll definitely be back!

If your looking for a place were you feel welcome from the moment you walk in the door then keep…read morelooking. I'm not sure what has happened to true, classic service on the Oregon Coast. Not so long ago you would walk into a Resturant, a local business, a shop of any kind and employees were happy to see you and grateful for your business. With a few exceptions this feeling is dying in most businesses. The ownership has empowered employees with zero skin in the game to be the speaking agents for their business. I don't think that the message we get as consumers matches what the ownership would want. When I walked into the Big Wave Cafe tonight I got nothing but attitude from a young lady who acted very overwhelmed with the amount of customers in the Resturant. The place was very busy. Lots of staff standing back in the food prep area. Just standing and talking. I could tell she was stressed. Long story short I was made to feel as if I was a burden and unwelcome. I was prepared to spend 50.00 on a steak and another togo meal for my wife. Nothing but attitude from this young lady. I simply got up and walked out. There was another couple with two small children who walked out just after me. We spoke for a brief moment as they looked upset. They got the same experience. Be prepared to be talked down to and treated like they don't care if your there or not. We have eaten here before and never experienced the attitude. What happened ?

Absolutely outstanding! My husband and I made a 45 minute trip down the coast just to visit this…read morespot, and it was completely worth it. It definitely won't be our last time this has become a must stop every time we're on the coast. The smoked salmon is easily some of the best I've ever had. The salmon balls were delicious and full of flavor, and the salmon sushi bowl was just as impressive. And don't forget the salmon candy an absolute staple. I'm obsessed!

Smoked salmon is an Oregon delicacy and they do it right at the Neahkahnie Smoke House…read more Located at the marina in Wheeler, it is only open a few days a week and there are a number of closures throughout the year. I've learned to check their business page on Facebook to see if I should make the drive or you can call since they also close early if they are sold out. Where we initially discovered their tasty smoked salmon was at the Manzanita Farmers Market where they regularly have a booth from mid-May through September. The only downside is that they don't carry their full range of products at the market, but still it is a great experience. To see all of the options from fresh salmon chowder, salmon spreads, smoked salmon mac & cheese, and the salmon sushi bake. At the store they also carry a number of dessert items. Depending on the day's catch, they frequently have King, Coho, Sockeye, Black Cod, Tuna, and Steelhead. We've tried a number of smoked salmon options on the coast from Astoria to Newport, and the Neahkahnie Smoke House is a our regular spot.

The BEST fish n chips I have ever tried. Great portion, fries were beautifully seasoned and fish…read morewas juicy with just the right amount of batter. The slaw is amazing too! Super friendly staff and seating along the river is refreshing! Must try: 3pc Cod with fries and coleslaw

Pricey, yet well worth it. Brother... this place smacked my fish n chips game into a new…read moreperspective. They play ball. Prices were high (I spent $20 on a 3 piece cod) albeit the quality softened that blow. I've already spread the word. This gem of a spot needs a visit. Right along the river as the name implies. Batter was right where it needed to be. Oh do I wish I could go back. Some fish n chip spots mess with the formula. I'm no specialist but when it comes to FnC it seems only few spots know how to get the batter right without drying out the fish. If you're in the Nehalem area you gotta try it.

If I could give more stars than 5 I would. This place is IT!…read more They have great food, great service, great seating, and great gifts. I eat here every time I roll through Manzanita and recommend it to everyone. Their coffees are great, their baked goods are fantastic, and arguably the best cinnamon roll I've ever had!

In response to the owner's reply - I rarely leave one-star reviews because I truly appreciate good…read morelocal businesses, but I want to clarify our experience. Your lot was full, so we briefly parked on the street and were asked to move. That's fine, but it added time. When we got in, we were told it was a 45-minute wait and that we could get pastries to go. We started eating inside near the counter, but the owner asked us to leave the dining area. We ended up standing in the parking lot to eat, and my husband had to give himself an insulin shot out there, which was honestly embarrassing. In your reply, you mentioned patio seating and coffee, but none of that was offered to us. I understand that others may have better visits, but this was our experience and I think it is fair to share it. We were really disappointed with our experience at Wanda's. Parking was difficult, and after parking once we were told to move. Inside a 45-minute wait, so we opted for grab and go. Unfortunately, all 3 pastries tasted stale. Then, when we tried to find a place to eat them, we were told we couldn't stay and ended up eating standing in parking lot. Between the parking hassle, long wait, stale food, and feeling unwelcome, it just wasn't the experience we'd hoped.

I had the most delicious avocado toast, raspberry danish and lavender latte from this restaurant…read more We stopped on our way home from Nehalem Bay. Definitely recommend, especially for Sunday brunch!

Cozy place! We stopped here for breakfast one morning, as we were staying in Rockaway. Cute little…read moreplace, menu had some good (but limited) options. Pastries looked really good, but did not indulge. Coffee was also good. I got the breakfast bowl, my husband the burrito, and my daughter got a bagel. Only complaint is that seating was as little tight...I know they're going for mismatched/shabby chic. Looks like they've moved locations since we were there, and more spacious. Service was also great, very friendly

Super cute spot w/homemade baked goods, Breakfast & lunch…read more Only open Thursday-Sunday 9-1:00. Lovely owner Linda & her son are the bakers/chef.

We decided to stop by for a few baked goods. You could tell everything was fresh and had that…read morehomemade feel. We had the cinnamon rolls and they are a Must buy! Fresh and fluffy. Lots of seating and a great view of the Bay Area. We will definitely be back!

I love the fact that you can grab your chowder or icecream and sit by the river out back to enjoy…read more We tried the NW chowder added prawns & Butternut squash and sage with chorizo meatballs. $14 plus 4 for adding the prawns for a point (bowl) it's $26 for a quart. We did not try ice cream this visit but I did try an iced Vietnamese coffee. It was a little different made with coconut milk and spices. $7 overall good experience and will likely be back for icecream next time we visit this quaint town.

Ambiance: 8/10 so cute, really small shop in a small town. Can't sit inside but still super cute…read more Service: 7/10 they were nice and friendly. The owner was very welcoming. Food: Spring green Ice cream 10/10: a herby and smooth ice cream. Fantastic flavor and texture. These guys know how to know how to make ice cream. I was blown away. Truly some of the best ice cream I've ever had. Chowders: 5/10 these were really creative dishes that just fell flat. The flavor was not coming through so likely not enough salt or acid. The concepts for the soups were great just unfortunately didn't taste it Bread: 7/10 great portions with the chowder. Great chew and crust.

I decided to try this place today and I'm so glad I did! Everything about this place is…read morespectacular! I had the Not Your Papa's Plate with scrambled eggs and bacon. My wisely chosen sides were Dressed Greens and Fruit. The eggs and bacon were cooked perfectly. The greens and fruit were fresh and delightful. It was a terrific breakfast. One of my best ever. Service was great and the space is bright and cozy. They have plenty of tables as well as a wrap around bar and a small chef's counter to eat at. All the other dishes I saw being prepared looked amazing. Note that they recently changed their name from Yolk to Poach 503. Can't wait to go back!

This place was called Yolk when we had brunch here a couple months back. They do not take…read morereservations, we got there before they opened and there was a line already. We were the first group that didn't get seated when they opened and meant a 45 min wait. We were seated about 50 mins later. It was worth the wait. By the time we left, we were told the wait was more than 2 hours. We got French Toast with side of eggs, Florentine, and Lemon Ricotta pancake. I loved the Florentine, the hollandaise sauce was perfect. French toast and Lemon Ricotta Pancake were perfect. It was a great brunch.

These folks run an incredible operation. It's pick-up only. You call in another, they tell you how…read morelong, hit their pickup window, and bam! You're out of there. You can see right into their immaculate kitchen. Impressive! The menu says a medium pie serves 2-3 people, but this thing was big. It served 3 of us with plenty leftover for lunch the next day, for only $32 When was the last time that happened?

Pricing and the wait are the two cons, but the wait can be excused by how good the food is /…read morelimited options in the heart of Manzanita for group dining. Our base price for a large Spicy Italian, Garlic Cheese Bread and a Large Caesar Salad was $65 plus tip. $17 for a Caesar salad with no protein is definitely steep and the pizza would have been worth $34 if there were more toppings (we opted for pepperoncinis on only one half, but as you can see, this mainly looks like a pepperoni pizza at first glance). Around $50 would have been fair for quality and quantity ordered. When we called, they let us know it was about a 90-115 minute wait, and we appreciated the honesty! Not a major deterrent, but don't order when you're already hungry. The Caesar salad was a highlight for us, and we found it to be really like and more vinegar based, it was so refreshing and we appreciated it wasn't fishy/too anchovy heavy. The cheese bread was our 2nd favorite - super cheesy and delish! Pizza came in 3rd, it just wasn't what we expected, it seems very NY style and a little greasy. Overall we definitely enjoyed it, and we enjoyed not having to cook our first night at the beach house. We'd definitely come back!