Willamette Valley Restaurants
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Fine Dining
The Painted Lady
The Painted Lady, in a charming Victorian house, is perhaps the finest dining we’ve got in these parts. With a formal eight-course meal focusing on fresh, local ingredients, this is the place to celebrate that special occasion. Any dietary preferences? Let them know when you make reservation. Dinner Wed-Sat 5-10. Reservations required. $$$ 201 S. College St (503) 538-3850
The Newbergundian Bistro
A small restaurant with an open kitchen serving up bistro favorites like Coq au Vin and tasty surprises like Arancini. Breakfast and Lunch Thur – Sun, Dinner till 9 Thur-Sat. No reservations. $$ 203 Villa Road (971) 832-8687
Rosmarino Osteria Italiana
Chef Dario is passionate about the cooking he learned from his northern Italian family. Lunch Thurs-Mon. à la carte dinner Thurs and Mon. Willamette Valley Winemaker dinner Fri, Italian wine dinner Sat. Pizza & Gnocchi all day Sunday. Reservations (months in advance!) required via Open Table; sometimes same-day reservations available by calling. $$ 714 E 1st Street (503) 438-6211
Jory
The restaurant of the Allison Inn features modern local cuisine including produce from their own kitchen garden. The modern approach to Northwest fare is accompanied by an extensive wine list, including many by the glass. Lunch daily 11:30-2, Multi-Course Tasting Menu Dinner daily 5-9. Reservations required. On Open Table $$$ 2525 Allison Lane (503) 554-2526
Casual Dining
Lemon & Olive
Tucked into an alley right off of downtown Newberg, this Mediterranean restaurant has tasty fresh-made Gyros, Spanakopita, Chocolate Hazelnut Baklava, Fig Baklava, Hummus, and Salads. Tues-Sat 11-7. $ 112-1/2 S College Street (503) 583-0186
Barley & Vine Tavern
If you’re looking for some light bites, the sandwiches, salads and nachos at the Tavern might hit the spot. Their wine list has local options, but they also carry a wide variety of international wines if you need to take a break from Oregon wines (it happens, it’s ok!) Fri-Sat 12-10 Sun-Thurs 2-10. $ 408 E 1st Street (503) 554-1704
Chehalem Valley Brewing Company
With local beer and their kitchen putting out some great pub fare, this is a great place to grab a bite. Wed-Sat 11-9, Sun 11-7 $ 2515-B Portland Rd (99w) tucked behind Odd Moe’s Pizza (971) 832-8131
Storr’s Smokehouse
This small restaurant, better for takeout, has their smoker going out back serving up classic BBQ with sauce choices which include a Pinot Noir sauce. Thur-Sun 11-8. $ 310 E 1st St (503) 538-8080
Black Bear Diner
Daily, 7am-9pm. 2818 Portland Rd (503) 554-5427
Lucky Fortune
It’s Newberg’s Chinese restaurant, where Curt does to-go when Kristin orders from the Thai restaurant. $ 400 E 1st Street (503) 538-1661
Golden Leaf Thai Cuisine
It’s Newberg’s Thai restaurant. It’s where Kristin orders to-go when Curt orders from the Chinese restaurant. Tues-Fri & Mon 11-2 & 4-8:30, Sat & Sun 12-8:30 $ 505 E 1st Street (503) 538-7515
Jem 100
Step back into the 50’s at Newberg’s hoppin’ burger and ice cream joint…although Curt always gets the fish sandwich. Open daily 11-9. $ 208 N Main St (503) 538-6191
Burgerville
If you need fast food, this is the Northwest chain with seasonal menu items like Walla Walla Sweet Onion Rings. $ 2514 Portland Rd (503) 538-0914
Bite of Newberg
This food cart pod houses an assortment of food carts including Thai, fried chicken, Mexican and burgers. Eat in their covered, heated sitting area or bring dinner back to the B&B and enjoy on the deck. $ 910 East 1st Street
Pizza
Abby’s Legendary Pizza
A regional pizza chain that serves up both thin and deep-dish style pizzas. Abby’s also does a pretty darn good gluten-free crust and delivers to the B&B. $ 1913 Portland Rd (503) 538-3800
Odd Moe’s Pizza
This local favorite has some big TVs and they deliver to the B&B. Try their wings and ribs too! $ 2515 Portland Road (99W) (971) 281-8987
DUNDEE – A 20 MINUTE DRIVE
Fine Dining
Dundee Bistro
A cozy, casual fine dining option centrally located amid tasting rooms, The Dundee Bistro anchors its menu in wood-fired pizza, Italian pastas and creative bistro entrees. Truffle fries are a favorite, as appetizer or side dish. The full bar and scrumptious desserts round out the offerings. Lunch and Dinner daily 11:30-8. $$ 100 SW Seventh Street (503) 554-1650
Wooden Heart Kitchen
Wood-fired pizza is the main focus of this menu, with pasta, burgers and tasty entrees as well. Thurs-Mon 11-9 $$ 1410 Highway 99W, Dundee (971) 832-8581
Tina’s Restaurant
One of the cornerstones of Wine Country, Tina’s has evolved with the area using local, seasonal ingredients to give direction to the French-ish Northwest menu. Tina’s has a slightly smaller menu than other area restaurants, but the choices are creative and tasty. Don’t be surprised to notice a table of winemakers discussing the day’s work. Dinner Wed-Sun 5-8. On Open Table $$$ 760 Hwy 99W 503-538-8880
Trellis Wine Bar & Kitchen
Sandwiches and salads, including to-go orders for winery picnics. Lunch and Dinner Daily 11:30-8. $$ 100 SW Hwy 99W (503) 538-1716
Casual Dining
Red Hills Market
A quaint wine country market serving gourmet sandwiches, salads and wood-fired pizza, Red Hills Market is an easy (& fun!) break between winery visits. Pro-Tip: Order online to bypass the lengthy line. RHM also has plenty of options for to-go picnics or stay-in B&B dinners. Gluten Free pizza crust is available. Local beers are also available for those who need a wine break. Open Daily 8am-8pm. $ 155 SW 7th St (971) 832-8414
A LITTLE BIT FURTHER
Fine Dining
Joel Palmer House
If you love mushrooms, the Joel Palmer House is the place to be. Creative and traditional dishes highlighting many different types of mushrooms are presented in a formal dining experience. Mushrooms in dessert, oh yeah! Dinner Tuesday-Saturday 4:30-close. On Open Table $$$ 600 Ferry St, Dayton (503) 864-2995
La Rambla
With a menu of Northwest-inspired cuisine from Spain, La Rambla presents a full range of hot and cold tapas for easy sharing, while a selection of entrees is also available. Dessert is tasty as well… Curt always gets the Churros con Chocolate. Mon-Wed 4-8, Thurs & Fri 4-10, Sat & Sun 12-10. On Open Table $$ 238 NE Third St, McMinnville (503) 435-2126
Thistle
Uberlocal, Thistle has earned praise for the approach of “only what the local farmer brings in the morning gets on the menu tonight”. Tues-Sat 5-close $$ 228 NE Evans Street, McMinnville (503) 472-9623
Cuvee
An intimate dinner experience with French dishes in the spotlight. Dinner Thurs-Sun 5/5:30-8/9. On Open Table $$ 245 W. Main St., Carlton (503) 852-6555
Casual Dining
Pura Vida Cocina
Latin America inspired food and cocktails with Costa Rican art and crafts for sale as well. $ 313 NE 3rd Street, McMinnville (503) 687-2020
Hotel Oregon
It’s the Northwest funkiness you were looking for. The pub grub is also available at the rooftop bar or the cellar and is good McMenamin’s fare. Lunch and dinner daily. $ 310 NE Evans St., McMinnville (503) 435-3154
Park & Main
Wood-fired pizza, sandwiches and salad as well as house-made ice cream. Mon & Thur 4-8, Fri-Sun 11:30-8/9 $ 211 S Main Street, Carlton (503) 852-3025
Carlton Bakery
Lunch as gourmet sandwiches with fresh-baked bread, or maybe just a few Pain Chocolate. Lunch Tuesday-Sunday 8:30-3:30. $ 245 W. Main Street, Carlton (503) 852-6687
The Horse Radish Wine & Cheese Bar
Part antipasti-part gourmet sandwiches, all fabulous, with live music on Saturdays. Gluten-free bread available. Lunch Mon-Sat 11:30-3, Dinner Fri-Sat 5-8, Sunday Brunch 10:30-3. Reservations recommended. $ 119 W Main Street, Carlton (503) 852-6656
The Great Outdoors, Shopping & Museums
One of the big attractions to wine country are the many wineries and vineyards. Wineries of the Willamette Valley are open year round, pouring great wines and specializing in Pinot Noir. Guests wanting to explore will find this list of unique and independent stores along with local museums and activities a great place to get started.
OUTDOORS
- Chehalem Glenn Golf Course – One of the most challenging courses in Oregon, the Chehalem Glenn course has a lot of long carries. At least that was what a golfer taught me to say. It’s not a fancy-schmancy course, but it is built on six inches of sand, so it runs well even after a rainy day. Chehalem Glenn is our local course, but there are a handful of other courses nearby; check out our golfing blog for more details on places like the Reserve at Aloha or Pumpkin Ridge.
- Champoeg State Park (pronounced shampoo-ey) – The first provisional government in the Pacific Northwest was established here in 1843 when settlers voted to start the Provisional Government, beginning the breaking away from the Hudson Bay Company. Within the 516 acres of the park are historic Robert Newell House, the Butteville Store, a living history Farmstead as well as bike and hiking trails along the Willamette River.
- Willamette Valley Bikeway – Starting at Champoeg State Park, the whole bikeway goes south to just North of Eugene, but a 30-mile moderate round trip is from Champoeg State Park to Willamette Mission State Park. Map and cue sheet for the Willamette Valley Bikeway (and nearby Tualatin Valley Bikeway) is found on the Oregon State Parks website. Chehalem Ridge B&B is a Travel Oregon-recognized bike-friendly accommodation with locked storage, biking knowledge and more. We’ve got more details on our bike blog.
- Vista Balloon Adventures – Take an early morning adventure soaring above the valley in a hot air balloon. Help inflate the balloon, take an hour-long breath-taking flight – perhaps involving a “splash and dash” dipping the bottom of the basket into the Willamette River.
NW Jet Boat Charter – Explore the Willamette River with Captain Scott at the helm for a private 3-5 hour tour for up to six people on a Jet Boat. Bring a picnic lunch to eat at a private island and be on the lookout for Blue Herons, Hawks, Osprey, and more. For the night-owls, check out the Stargazing Experience with special guest Roger Pence, from the Carlton Observatory.
SHOPPING
- Lafayette’s Antiques – Although we wish Lafayette were a cuter town, the ratio of antiques per capita is off the charts. Shops include an old school house packed with variety from 400 dealers, the wholesaler who imports furniture at great prices and the cute place Kristin gets unique Fiestaware pieces from.
- Downtown Newberg has some great shops, art galleries and eateries to meander, like Linear, Art Elements, Newberg Bakery and Social Goods Market. Make a full day of exploring downtown Newberg’s shops and wineries with guidance from our blog.
- Durant at Red Ridge Farms – Switch up your tasting experience to tasting olive oil from olives grown here on 17 acres in the Willamette Valley. Red Ridge Farms also has a nursery and lavender field and is home to Durant Vineyards.
- Chehalem Flats Farm Market – Owned and operated by local farmers, Chehalem Flats brings local farm products to you on Saturdays and Sundays.
- Newberg Wednesday Market – On Wednesdays from 4-8pm starting the last week in May running through the last week in September has a variety of produce, local artisans and ready-to-eat food available.
- Pulp & Circumstance – A gift boutique specializing in local artisan goods, paper products and candy! Located inside a Victorian house, this is a darling store in downtown Newberg that you won’t want to miss.
MUSEUMS
- Hoover-Minthorn Museum – Yep, that Hoover. This oldest standing home in the Newberg township housed President Herbert Hoover and his Quaker aunt and uncle in his youth and later, Dr. Minthorn, the first president of Friends Pacific Academy (today’s George Fox University). The house has been restored using the furniture that was in President Hoover’s bedroom and Minthorn family furnishings.
- George Fox University – With 108 acres and over 2,000 students, George Fox University is a proud member of the Newberg community. The theater, music and art departments offer great experiences for the public.
- Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum – Two massive buildings house these displays which center around Howard Hugh’s Spruce Goose and a Titan II Missile. There is also a theater and indoor waterpark on the grounds.
