The Columbia River Gorge

Dining options

During many trips to the Columbia Gorge area, we've run across a number of great places to eat. Here's a quick look at some of our favorites.

Andrew's Pizza
It's just a local pizza joint with casual tables and people coming in and out. But it's good pizza! Plus there are calzones, salad and bread sticks. Great for take-out, too.

310 NE 2nd St
Stevenson, WA 98648
509-427-8008

107 Oak St
Hood River, OR 97031
541-386-1448
www.skylighttheater.com

Big River Grill
Same owners as Joe's El Rio (see below). Sometimes their main entrees may disappoint, but there are some good solid dishes here-sandwiches, soups, salads. Full bar. Nice, relaxing atmosphere. Amusing things hanging on the walls.

192 SW 2nd St
Stevenson, WA 98648
509-427-4888
www.bigrivergrill.us

Brian's Pourhouse
Yes, there's plenty of pouring going on, but the food may surprise you (in a good way). Lots of choices, high quality, good appetizers and main dishes. Casual atmosphere.

606 Oak St
Hood River, OR 97031
541-387-4344
www.brianspourhouse.com

Celilo Restaurant and Bar
Lovely yet casual, Celilo is a great spot to relax after a hard day of touring the area, hiking or parasailing. Chef Ben Stenn creates some interesting and tasty dishes that go well with Northwest wines. They use local products and purchase naturally-raised products and organic products whenever they can.

16 Oak Street
Hood River, OR 97031
541-386-5710
www.celilorestaurant.com

Everybody's Brewing
A large open space with tall tables, a long bar and a big deck are all fine places to throw yourself down and enjoy the beer, burritos, sandwiches, salads and seasonal specials. Plus it's just a short walk from the Inn of the White Salmon if you're staying there. The deck has a view of Mt. Hood. Wine is served along with beer.

151 E Jewett Blvd.
White Salmon, WA 98672
509-637-2774

Joe's El Rio Cafe
Some standard Mexican, Tex-Mex dishes and some real stand-outs like the seafood enchiladas. In the season, do not miss their fresh fruit margaritas. Please!

193 SW 2nd
Stevenson, WA 98648
509-427-4479
www.joeselrio.us

Multnomah Falls Lodge
Beautiful site at Multnomah Falls. People converge here as soon as the weather gets nice, so if you want to have dinner or Sunday brunch during summer, make those reservations. The restaurant is inside the lodge--dark wood, fireplace, lovely. Espresso cart outside.

50000 Historic Columbia River (Hwy 30)
Bridal Veil, OR 97010
503-695-2376
www.multnomahfallslodge.com

Solstice Wood Fire Cafe
Truly a locals hang out, they serve fresh, local, seasonal, organic food (including organic baby food). Pizza, sandwiches, soups, stew, wood-fired chicken and baked pasta. Local wine and beer available. Very much a family place with a kids play area. Patio dining in warm weather.

501 Portway Ave
Hood River, WA 97031
541-436-0800
www.solsticewoodfirecafe.com

Walking Man Brew Pub
You'll probably like the beer here better than the food, but that's mainly because the food is fairly standard and the beer is pretty darned good. Brewed on site. Very casual, patio dining.

240 SW 1st St
Stevenson, WA 98648
509-427-5520
www.walkingmanbrewing.com

April 2009
Revised August 2011

All landscape photography courtesy of the Mixed MEDIA Archive Collection