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A charming, intimate location with excellent seafood and desserts. Produce comes from the owners' farm in Toledo.
This is definitely a place with personality in addition to good food. Hard to find, and it doesn't take credit cards but is a "Eugene" type of experience.
Avoid this place. A line of 8 people (three different groups) waited 10 or so minutes before the hostess noticed then. The place was almost empty. When she finally started seating folks, she moved VERY VERY slow, and made no apologies. Again, avoid the Wheelhouse Restaurant. There are many other good places to eat in Bandon.
Barnacle Bistro is an upscale sandwich shop (and more). They feature Langlois Beef, and other regionally sourced ingredients. The owner was quite friendly, and the service and food is good. They feature many daily specials, so it's worth checking in or calling. Barnacle has a nice selection of micro brews. We were there at lunch, so didn't check the wine selection. Suggestion: post a menu in the window.
This has been a high-end coast standard for years through changes in ownership and chefs. Nice setting on Siletz Bay just N of Salishan
Chef was at Salishan for years. Seafood is wonderful; most items are tweaked with unusual mixes of elements but consistently well executed. Located on the north end of town on the highway, Blackfish serves exquisite meals in a non-pretentious atmosphere. We stopped in on a whim, and were given a nice little table next to the window, despite the fact that we had no reservation and the place was full. The food was fantastic, the service was excellent, and the prices are what you would expect to pay for excellent food and service on the coast. A family/baby friendly place. Highly recommended. (Aug. 2006, Jun. 2007, Nov 2007)
Kind of a funky-cool venue with live music, good food, tap beer and a hippie vibe.
The Cape is owned and operated by a delightful couple. On the monday night we were there, we were the only patrons. The pasta is wonderful, and the view of the ocean is amazing. Service was good (it usually is when you're the only table). They try to source as much food as they can locally/regionally. It's somewhat of an upscale place. Suggestion: expend the red wine menu.
Note: Joy's is temporarily closed. They are aiming to open again early 2011. Joy's is probably the best BBQ in Oregon, if not the northwest. They are located a couple of mile south of Bandon on Hwy 101. Unfortunately, they are only open on Friday and Satuday from 4PM to 8PM. My favorites are the beef brisket and their BBQ onions. They appreciate if you call ahead. A scan of their menu with contact information is here.
This is a neat little coffee-shop...almost cafe. They have all the great drinks, but also have good soups and other goodies. It's easy to miss, so look for it across the street from the Langlois Market. Keep in mind they are currently only open on Sat. and Sun. Tell Dawn the Floras folks sent ya!
Yes, this is a rural mom-and-pop market on the Southern Oregon coast. But, they have some of the best (and interesting) deli sandwiches that I've had. The centerpiece of many is their family recipe mustard. Of course, they also offer for purchase jars of this mustard. Some sandwich suggestions are the turkey and cranberry (very appropriate, being that this area is the cranberry capital of Oregon) and the salami sandwiches. And, of course, they have the best hot dogs in the state. The dog itself is good, and the mustard and other things they put on the bun work perfect. Even if you usually don't like hots (like me) give it a try. So, if your headed down or up on Hwy 101, the Langlois market is worth a stop. There is some discussion as to the correct pronunciation of Langlois. We have been told the common pronounciate is "Langloys". Yes, you say the "S".
Good fresh seafood. Always packed during high season and doesn't take reservations.
If you come upon this place, keep on going. There are much better places to eat lunch in Yachats (Like the Bakery and Cheese shop or the Green Cafe). We ordered the fish and chips for $13. We received a handful of fries, and several small dry pieces of fish. Low quality, low quantity, and way overpriced. Our friend had the fish tacos. He had to smother them with ketchup just to choke them down. The service was horrible as well. I should say that the few french fries that we did receive were OK. Our server took the order of another table that came in after us before taking ours. Then, he focused much more attention on a balky stereo system than customers. Avoid this place. Worst food and service I've had for a long time. Rating: F.
A romantic spot with good food. Only complaint is that it's hard to get some things (like oysters) in an "unfried" preparation. Desserts have been lovely.
05/12/08 OC: Run, dont walk, to Panache in Newport (Nye Beach area) on W. Olive Street. www.panachenewport.com My husband and I have eaten here twice and both times were out of this world. Hands down the best clam chowder I have ever had, they use cream with a higher fat content that makes it taste extraordinary. The lemon napoleon for dessert is highly recommended but will feed 2 so be warned! It is puff pastry stacked high on a plate with fresh lemon curd and pastry cream creating a towering treat that is a feast for the eyes and the stomach. We went to Panache for our anniversary this past November and I cannot say enough nice things about this restaurant. We went back the next night and the owners were so warm and inviting and it is such an intimate dining experience we just loved it. They allowed us to taste the dessert wines and were just lovely to us. They even gave me a tour of the kitchen since we were the only ones in the restaurant at the end of the evening. I was over the moon being a foodie and lover of all things kitchen related. I hope you try it soon!
Port Orford should feel fortunate to have an establishment like Paula's Bistro. Imagine if your local food co-op morphed into a fine dining restaurant. Incredible food, low-key atmosphere, right next to the Port Orford Oregon harbor. Update: Paula's continues to be a great find on the coast. As usual, very inviting atmosphere, with no pretentions whatsoever. Food is creative, (it's northwestern bistro. For example, we had gorgonzola chicken, apricot glazed pork, etc) service friendly, and prices reasonable. I give Paula's Bistro in Port Orford a vote for one of the best places to eat in Oregon. My only suggestion for area of improvement is the variation in quality: sometimes they're good, and sometimes they's quite great. It almost seems to depend on the mood of the staff.
Redfish is a somewhat welcome addition to Port Orford, but they still have some kinks to iron out. The location, food, and atmosphere are great. But, the service is not great. In fact, it's almost bad. We stopped in for lunch on 8/26/10. I had an Elk burger, which was fantasic. My companion had the beef burger, which he also reported as good. Both had a local (Valley Flora) mixed green salad included, which was great as well. Our server seemed to be new and/or inexperienced. We ordered an appetized (mushrooms) which we never got. Also, she never asked us if we wanted another beer. But, she was good about refilling water). However, we were not charged for the never-delivered appetizer. So, that was good. And, to add to the wierdness, my copy of the receipt was horribly distorted. To end on a good note: We will stop by again to give the service another shot. I'd expect great service for a $13.00 sandwich. We ate outside on a very pleasant day, and the view is more than spectacular. On another visit, I tried the steak, and it was fantastic. But, again, the service was so-so. Locals seem to get preferential treatment over tourists. And, you can sometimes hear the chef yelling in the kitchen. Marginally recommended if you can put up with great food and sub-par service.
Foodies will be absolutely ECSTATIC to dine here. Menu changes nightly and conveys an amazingly creative progression of superb food. High end prices.
Tucked at the end of a pier on Newport's old Bayfront, the food is high caliber in an artsy-fartsy setting. Salad dressings are the only real weakness. Seafood, lamb and desserts are outstanding.
Small, casual place known for their novel method of steam cooking for all manner of seafood in different sauces.
Quirky is the name of the game at this place. There is a tasty multi-course prix fixe meal every night with choice of four or so entres you select ahead of time. Seating is communal, and guests must be prepared to play "Two Truths; One Lie" with tablemates
Food is very good with some interesting options. Stunning ocean view from most tables. Can be quite a wait if you do not have reservations. Parking lot is always full.
6/12/08 MM: I wasn't thinking about writing a review, so I can't provide too many details of our experience at Tidal Raves Seafood Grill (about two months ago). I can tell you our dining party were all quite impressed. My wife doesn't like seafood, so she had a steak. Our food was fresh and very tasty, service was well above average considering they were nearly at capacity. Overlooking the ocean. It was remarkable enough that I picked up a business card on the way out so I could remember their name. Might seem expensive ($20.00 and up), but well worth it. Looks like reservations may be required during peak hours. Highly Recommended
