Guidebook for Bend
Food Scene
This is a great local restaurant located in a nearby Historic Bend neighborhood. They have really nice salads with local greens (if you happen to be a summer visitor) and excellent pasta and pizza. They also serve one of the best breakfasts around. Expect a long line if you happen there at peak dinner hours.
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Jackson's Corner
845 NW Delaware AveThis is a great local restaurant located in a nearby Historic Bend neighborhood. They have really nice salads with local greens (if you happen to be a summer visitor) and excellent pasta and pizza. They also serve one of the best breakfasts around. Expect a long line if you happen there at peak dinner hours.
This is a higher end restaurant with some of the best food in the city. I've never had a dish I didn't like, Mama G's salad is great, burgers are fantastic, the Ahi Tuna is to die for. Great cocktails and don't miss dessert!
177 คนท้องถิ่นแนะนำ
Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails
919 NW Bond StThis is a higher end restaurant with some of the best food in the city. I've never had a dish I didn't like, Mama G's salad is great, burgers are fantastic, the Ahi Tuna is to die for. Great cocktails and don't miss dessert!
I'm not a huge meat eater but sometimes I just feel like a steak.... This is where I go when that craving strikes and I try to encourage the craving on Mondays when they have a steak and salad special. Don't hold me to this.... I'm not positive the deal is still happening, but I am positive that they have a nice steak and salad.
32 คนท้องถิ่นแนะนำ
Drake
801 NW Wall StI'm not a huge meat eater but sometimes I just feel like a steak.... This is where I go when that craving strikes and I try to encourage the craving on Mondays when they have a steak and salad special. Don't hold me to this.... I'm not positive the deal is still happening, but I am positive that they have a nice steak and salad.
Fantastic Thai food at reasonable prices. I love the eclectic feel of this restaurant. It's very casual and has smaller back tables or larger tables for big parties. They also do a good job of serving up food quickly even when they're pretty crowded.
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Wild Rose Northern Thai Eats
150 NW Oregon AveFantastic Thai food at reasonable prices. I love the eclectic feel of this restaurant. It's very casual and has smaller back tables or larger tables for big parties. They also do a good job of serving up food quickly even when they're pretty crowded.
Super casual, eclectic blend of food including some gluten free and vegan options. Highly recommended if you want something a little different... Ordering happens at the counter and sometimes there's a bit of a line but it moves fast and servers bring out food to your table.
234 คนท้องถิ่นแนะนำ
Spork
937 NW Newport AveSuper casual, eclectic blend of food including some gluten free and vegan options. Highly recommended if you want something a little different... Ordering happens at the counter and sometimes there's a bit of a line but it moves fast and servers bring out food to your table.
Really tasty Mediterranean food and good atmosphere. The menu is extensive. The location is great.
41 คนท้องถิ่นแนะนำ
Joolz
916 NW Wall StReally tasty Mediterranean food and good atmosphere. The menu is extensive. The location is great.
Higher end great sushi. This is a nice place for a date/special occasion (in my book). I was impressed by the freshness of ingredients, the creative use of different ingredients and the beautiful presentation.... far exceeds the average sushi.
23 คนท้องถิ่นแนะนำ
5 Fusion & Sushi Bar
821 NW Wall StHigher end great sushi. This is a nice place for a date/special occasion (in my book). I was impressed by the freshness of ingredients, the creative use of different ingredients and the beautiful presentation.... far exceeds the average sushi.
If you're looking for a more casual but delicious meal, Pizza Mondo is hard to beat. The owners have roots in New York, so this isn't Papa John's..... and after a trip to Manhattan, my daughter and I decided we liked Pizza Mondo pizza more than any other. They also make a reasonable green salad.
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Pizza Mondo
811 NW Wall StIf you're looking for a more casual but delicious meal, Pizza Mondo is hard to beat. The owners have roots in New York, so this isn't Papa John's..... and after a trip to Manhattan, my daughter and I decided we liked Pizza Mondo pizza more than any other. They also make a reasonable green salad.
This is THE MOST casual on the list. It's a taco stand with pretty good margaritas AND it's a short stagger to the studio. I'm fond of their tacos .... so far all I haven't had one I didn't like. And, it's super affordable!!
EsTa BiEn! 2
221 NW Hill StThis is THE MOST casual on the list. It's a taco stand with pretty good margaritas AND it's a short stagger to the studio. I'm fond of their tacos .... so far all I haven't had one I didn't like. And, it's super affordable!!
I'm adding JCs East to the list just in case you feel the need to go for a drive, or... if you went to JCs Downtown location to find a line out the door. This location is less crowded and has the same amazing food. I love this as a brunch option. Its location lacks the quaint surroundings but once you step inside it's a different story, warm welcoming hip decor and lots of seating.
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Jackson's Corner
845 NW Delaware AveI'm adding JCs East to the list just in case you feel the need to go for a drive, or... if you went to JCs Downtown location to find a line out the door. This location is less crowded and has the same amazing food. I love this as a brunch option. Its location lacks the quaint surroundings but once you step inside it's a different story, warm welcoming hip decor and lots of seating.
Highly recommended breakfast, brunch and lunch spot. Even though it's out of the busiest part of Bend it can be very crowded because it's well known for its excellent food.
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McKay Cottage Restaurant
62910 O. B. Riley RdHighly recommended breakfast, brunch and lunch spot. Even though it's out of the busiest part of Bend it can be very crowded because it's well known for its excellent food.
If you want a REAL mocha with REAL chocolate and the most amazing pastry ever, this is your spot and the "ocean roll" is your pastry (unless you don't like cardamom). Check out their Westside location too.
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The Sparrow Bakery
2748 Northwest Crossing DriveIf you want a REAL mocha with REAL chocolate and the most amazing pastry ever, this is your spot and the "ocean roll" is your pastry (unless you don't like cardamom). Check out their Westside location too.
Situated just inside the main entrance of the Athletic Club of Bend, this is a great option if Downtown Bend is too crowded and you're too hungry to wait. They have a nice menu of American cuisine with great salads, really nice main dishes and great desserts. I've never been disappointed here.
Bistro 28
61615 Athletic Club DrSituated just inside the main entrance of the Athletic Club of Bend, this is a great option if Downtown Bend is too crowded and you're too hungry to wait. They have a nice menu of American cuisine with great salads, really nice main dishes and great desserts. I've never been disappointed here.
You're unlikely to find this unless someone points you to it.. It's tiny and in an alley and because of that, it's one of my favorite coffee shops. They have nice pastries and excellent coffee.
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Lone Pine Coffee Roasters
910 NW Harriman StYou're unlikely to find this unless someone points you to it.. It's tiny and in an alley and because of that, it's one of my favorite coffee shops. They have nice pastries and excellent coffee.
Hard to beat this location.... close to the river behind Wall St. They have coffee in the mornings and you can transition to beer in the afternoon without leaving your riverside location.
14 คนท้องถิ่นแนะนำ
Crow's Feet: A Mountain Collective
2843 NW Lolo DrHard to beat this location.... close to the river behind Wall St. They have coffee in the mornings and you can transition to beer in the afternoon without leaving your riverside location.
This is the BEST COFFEE in town.... if you're looking for a fantastic cup, this is the spot. Three locations in Bend sprouted up because the local owners did such a good job with the first. A few tasty baked goods but don't go there hungry, nice vibe.
132 คนท้องถิ่นแนะนำ
Backporch Coffee Roasters
1052 NW Newport AveThis is the BEST COFFEE in town.... if you're looking for a fantastic cup, this is the spot. Three locations in Bend sprouted up because the local owners did such a good job with the first. A few tasty baked goods but don't go there hungry, nice vibe.
This is the BEST COFFEE in town.... if you're looking for a fantastic cup, this is the spot. Three locations in Bend sprouted up because the local owners did such a good job with the first. A few tasty baked goods but don't go there hungry, nice vibe.
132 คนท้องถิ่นแนะนำ
Backporch Coffee Roasters
1052 NW Newport AveThis is the BEST COFFEE in town.... if you're looking for a fantastic cup, this is the spot. Three locations in Bend sprouted up because the local owners did such a good job with the first. A few tasty baked goods but don't go there hungry, nice vibe.
This is the BEST COFFEE in town.... if you're looking for a fantastic cup, this is the spot. Three locations in Bend sprouted up because the local owners did such a good job with the first. A few tasty baked goods but don't go there hungry, nice vibe.
132 คนท้องถิ่นแนะนำ
Backporch Coffee Roasters
1052 NW Newport AveThis is the BEST COFFEE in town.... if you're looking for a fantastic cup, this is the spot. Three locations in Bend sprouted up because the local owners did such a good job with the first. A few tasty baked goods but don't go there hungry, nice vibe.
Super close to the studio and a very nice cuppa. Small town feel, cute decor, lovely little spot. Baked goods available but not recommended if you are really hungry.
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PALATE a coffee bar
643 NW Colorado AveSuper close to the studio and a very nice cuppa. Small town feel, cute decor, lovely little spot. Baked goods available but not recommended if you are really hungry.
Easy walk and decent breakfast burrito.... baked goods also available. This is not the most amazing coffee you'll ever have but it is a local company and it is ORGANIC. The food is reasonably priced and it's a good option if you want something simple and pretty healthy.
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Strictly Organic
6 SW Bond StEasy walk and decent breakfast burrito.... baked goods also available. This is not the most amazing coffee you'll ever have but it is a local company and it is ORGANIC. The food is reasonably priced and it's a good option if you want something simple and pretty healthy.
Crux is everything in one.... brewery, food, kombucha, food carts, tables, picnic area, cornhole games, huge open field for kids to run around. It's also a very easy walk from the studio and the parking is tight enough that it's worth the walk.
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Crux Fermentation Project
50 SW Division StCrux is everything in one.... brewery, food, kombucha, food carts, tables, picnic area, cornhole games, huge open field for kids to run around. It's also a very easy walk from the studio and the parking is tight enough that it's worth the walk.
Open 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM.... If you like a big American style breakfast with a Bloody Mary to boot, the Vic is for you. Try to get there a little earlier than you'd like as it gets crowded and everyone else wants their Bloody Mary too.
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The Victorian Café
1404 NW Galveston AveOpen 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM.... If you like a big American style breakfast with a Bloody Mary to boot, the Vic is for you. Try to get there a little earlier than you'd like as it gets crowded and everyone else wants their Bloody Mary too.
I'm not a fan of brewery food but BBC makes my cut for the following reasons: they have good craft beer (although maybe not the best), they have decent food (I think they are working on it), they have recently remodeled and opened up the lot next to them to include more outdoor seating, there are often food carts in this same location where you can sit on a large open grass area and watch the river move slowly by.
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Bend Brewing Company
1019 NW Brooks StI'm not a fan of brewery food but BBC makes my cut for the following reasons: they have good craft beer (although maybe not the best), they have decent food (I think they are working on it), they have recently remodeled and opened up the lot next to them to include more outdoor seating, there are often food carts in this same location where you can sit on a large open grass area and watch the river move slowly by.
Drinks & Nightlife
I'm making these recommendations with the following caveat: I'm not much of a drinker! Immersion makes my cut because I think they have a couple of nice craft beers, their food is consistently good and the location is super easy but slightly off the beaten path (so slightly less crowded) and the staff is always great.
23 คนท้องถิ่นแนะนำ
Immersion Brewing
550 SW Industrial WayI'm making these recommendations with the following caveat: I'm not much of a drinker! Immersion makes my cut because I think they have a couple of nice craft beers, their food is consistently good and the location is super easy but slightly off the beaten path (so slightly less crowded) and the staff is always great.
Local owner is a really great guy. A full bar and a simple menu AND OBVIOUSLY.... pool tables. This is a nice place to hang out with friends and unlike much of Bend, it's open late every day: 12pm-2am
Duda's Billiard's Bar
1020 NW Wall StLocal owner is a really great guy. A full bar and a simple menu AND OBVIOUSLY.... pool tables. This is a nice place to hang out with friends and unlike much of Bend, it's open late every day: 12pm-2am
My caveat applies here: I'm not much of a drinker... but.... The name suits this place perfectly and they have nice cocktails and tapas. Open until 1 or 2 every night.
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Velvet Lounge
805 NW Wall StMy caveat applies here: I'm not much of a drinker... but.... The name suits this place perfectly and they have nice cocktails and tapas. Open until 1 or 2 every night.
Caveat: I'm not a drinker AND I haven't been to this place... but.... I read reviews and the reviews made ME want to go try their cocktails. Check it out and let me know!
52 คนท้องถิ่นแนะนำ
The Dogwood Cocktail Cabin
147 NW Minnesota AveCaveat: I'm not a drinker AND I haven't been to this place... but.... I read reviews and the reviews made ME want to go try their cocktails. Check it out and let me know!
Not a drinker but this beer is good enough to increase my consumption. ALSO, note insanely close location. They have tastings too that are in such a tiny room with friendly locals pouring.
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Boneyard Beer
37 NW Lake PlNot a drinker but this beer is good enough to increase my consumption. ALSO, note insanely close location. They have tastings too that are in such a tiny room with friendly locals pouring.
Parks & Nature
It's almost silly to list this here because it basically can't be missed but the river trail IS worth mentioning as it's quite long and worth walking in full.. If you really want a long walk/hike, get on the river trail at Meadow Camp and 7 miles (or so... one way!) later, you will find yourself at Benham Falls. Okay, maybe on a bike then!
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Deschutes River Trail
Deschutes River TrailIt's almost silly to list this here because it basically can't be missed but the river trail IS worth mentioning as it's quite long and worth walking in full.. If you really want a long walk/hike, get on the river trail at Meadow Camp and 7 miles (or so... one way!) later, you will find yourself at Benham Falls. Okay, maybe on a bike then!
Smith Rock has some of the most famous sport climbing in the world. It is also just a lovely place for a hike. The hike up Burma Rd is a solid cardio workout. You can continue on and complete a loop around the entire Smith Rock formation for a (approx) 6 mile hike. The hike up Misery Ridge is steep and is aptly named... amazing views of The Monkey at the top.
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สวนสาธารณะรัฐ Smith Rock
Smith Rock has some of the most famous sport climbing in the world. It is also just a lovely place for a hike. The hike up Burma Rd is a solid cardio workout. You can continue on and complete a loop around the entire Smith Rock formation for a (approx) 6 mile hike. The hike up Misery Ridge is steep and is aptly named... amazing views of The Monkey at the top.
Nice walk, lots happening, good people watching... or grab your bathing suit and join in.
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Drake Park
Northwest Riverside BoulevardNice walk, lots happening, good people watching... or grab your bathing suit and join in.
Launching spot for a float down the river. Lovely scenery fun activity.. be ready for crowds.
23 คนท้องถิ่นแนะนำ
Riverbend Park station
Launching spot for a float down the river. Lovely scenery fun activity.. be ready for crowds.
The hike around Shevlin is quite nice, not too challenging, but good exercise and lovely scenery. The length of the loop is around 5 miles.. distances posted at trailhead.
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Shevlin Park
The hike around Shevlin is quite nice, not too challenging, but good exercise and lovely scenery. The length of the loop is around 5 miles.. distances posted at trailhead.
Pioneer Park
1525 NW Wall StA quieter option and still a nice park along the river.
This was the first hike I did when I arrived in Bend, 25 years ago. Locals USE this spot because it can be accessed even on the worst of winter days and it's in town, so efficient. When you summit, which you will after 10 to 25 min (depending on your pace), you'll understand the other reason that locals hike this so often... 360 views of the surrounding mountains, desert, etc. The location and butte itself are otherwise unimpressive. Try this combo.... Jackson's Corner east (or Backporch on Greenwood) and Pilot Butte on return (or vise versa).
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Pilot Butte
This was the first hike I did when I arrived in Bend, 25 years ago. Locals USE this spot because it can be accessed even on the worst of winter days and it's in town, so efficient. When you summit, which you will after 10 to 25 min (depending on your pace), you'll understand the other reason that locals hike this so often... 360 views of the surrounding mountains, desert, etc. The location and butte itself are otherwise unimpressive. Try this combo.... Jackson's Corner east (or Backporch on Greenwood) and Pilot Butte on return (or vise versa).
Sightseeing
Newberry National Volcanic Monument - Deschutes NF
58201 U.S. 97Beautiful falls and really worth seeing. Multiple hikes start from the parking lot at the base of the falls and they're all beautiful.
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Tumalo Falls
Beautiful falls and really worth seeing. Multiple hikes start from the parking lot at the base of the falls and they're all beautiful.
Beautiful building that houses some interesting information about Bend and surrounding area.
29 คนท้องถิ่นแนะนำ
Des Chutes Historical Museum
129 NW Idaho AveBeautiful building that houses some interesting information about Bend and surrounding area.
We frequented this museum when my daughter was young. It's a really great thing to do with family, kids, a small group. Don't miss the otters and the birds of prey!!
284 คนท้องถิ่นแนะนำ
พิพิธภัณฑ์ทะเลสาบสูง
59800 US-97We frequented this museum when my daughter was young. It's a really great thing to do with family, kids, a small group. Don't miss the otters and the birds of prey!!
This place has been in Bend FOREVER. Please pay a visit, have some of their amazing ice cream and meet some of the local teens employed here.
14 คนท้องถิ่นแนะนำ
Goody's Chocolates & Ice Cream
1111 SW Division StThis place has been in Bend FOREVER. Please pay a visit, have some of their amazing ice cream and meet some of the local teens employed here.