Living here in Oregon for almost 2 years, I’ve been lucky enough to visit and see a lot of different areas so far. Chris and I have been to many brunch spots, wineries, coffee shops, and picturesque hiking places. And what inspired this post was I had lots of friends message me when they were planning a trip out to the West Coast, and they’d ask for all my favorite, must-see places in Oregon. Instead of creating the same content over and over again, I figured let’s create a post that will continually be updated and a central location for all things Oregon.
So, here we are! I’ve tried to only add places I have been to personally or plan to visit in the near future, with my favorite menu items, drink orders, and our experiences while visiting these amazing locations.
Check back often for updated content and pictures! I will post on instagram when I’ve added more places, so make sure and follow me there to get all the updates!
If you have any favorites I’ve missed or need to check out myself, shoot me a message on instagram and I’ll be sure to add it to the list!
The Best of Oregon
Click which area you are interested in wandering to and check out all our favorite spots!
Wine Country/Willamette Valley
Other Areas – Coming Soon!
Last updated: June 29, 2018
Portland:
Eats + Drinks:
Breakfast/Brunch
Mother’s Bistro – Portland, OR
Hands down one of my Portland faves
Biscuits & gravy (B&G) is a little different than the southern style I’m accustomed to, but really good
Fresh juice mimosas are delicious
TIP: Order the half orders – I always want a little bit of everything and this is the perfect solution
Screendoor – Portland, OR
This place definitely lived up to its reputation. We left the coast super early to get in line at 7:30am (doors open at 9am on the weekends), and although we waited almost 2 hours in line, it was sunny so the wait wasn’t too bad and the food was amazing.
Chris got the chicken and waffles – the waffles are sweet potato waffles and better than any waffle we’ve had. I got the veggie hash and cleaned my plate (this never happens) – it was that good. We also sat on the patio so if you have the chance and the weather is nice, we definitely recommend it!
Stepping Stone Cafe – Portland, OR
Mancakes. Huge biscuits.
Salty’s – Portland, OR
All you can eat brunch seafood buffet. And $10 bottomless mimosas. This place is a little pricey, but so worth it if you love fresh seafood. And bottomless mimosas. I ate my weight in crab legs, Chris ate to his heart’s content, and I had a fewish mimosas.
The view of the Columbia River is amazing. We went in February, and although it was sunny, it was still a little too chilly for the patio. So we are definitely going back this summer to enjoy the full experience and amazing patio atmosphere. There tends to be a wait, but we got there shortly after they opened and hardly had a wait at all. I recommend getting there as early as you can, and try everything! It was all delicious. Oh, and maybe plan a walk afterwards 🙂
Besaw’s – Portland, OR
Coffee & Donuts
Pip’s Doughnuts & Chai – Portland, OR
Blue Star Donuts – Portland, OR
In PDX
Voodoo Doughnut – Portland, OR
The famous pink box
Barista – Portland, OR
Great lattes, limited menu but custom milk and flavors, Chris loves their iced tea 🙂 not to mention their decor lends for pretty Instagram pics… all the marble, brass, and vintage penny tile
Seafood/Lunch/Dinner
Things To Do + Places To See:
Oregon Coast:
Eats + Drinks:
Breakfast/Brunch
Otis Cafe – Otis, OR
Max occupancy of 28 – tiny, but so worth it
Molasses toast – you either love it or hate it, but it’s worth trying to find out! (Add butter :))
Pumpkin Bread French Toast – Chris’s favorite
Known for their German style potatoes (HUGE – order a 1/2 or 1/4 order – even for sharing)
Cinnamon rolls
Everything is amazing and homemade
Wildflower Grill – Lincoln City, OR
All the seafood breakfast faves – crab cake eggs Benny – YUM
French toast – they make it with some of their fresh squeezed orange juice – I know, it sounds strange, but it’s so delicious. Just trust me.
On the fresh squeezed OJ note, they don’t list it on their menu, but order a mimosa here. So good. The OJ makes it. And if you’re not a drinker or can’t drink, order a glass of the juice. I’m not even a big juice drinker, and this stuff is liquid gold.
Coffee & Donuts
Pacific Grind – Lincoln City, OR
Left Coast latte – I don’t know what their mix is, but it’s so good and not like any other latte flavor I’ve had.
Food is also delicious – the egg Sammies are my go-to; any of their sandwiches are good and the seafood bisque is my favorite – so good
Mojo Coffee – Lincoln City, OR
Chai latte – 1/2 spiced, 1/2 vanilla
Fresh, daily baked goods – if you go in the fall, get the pumpkin bread!
Breakfast burritos are BOMB
Brews
Black Squid Tap House – Lincoln City, OR
Dogs welcomed! Games, byof (bring your own food), beers and wines on tap – rotating, trivia nights
Yachtas Farmhouse – Yachtas, OR
Fave summer spot – great outdoor patio when it’s nice out
Yummy food too
Pelican Brewery – Pacific City, OR
Seafood/Lunch/Dinner
Tidal Raves – Depoe Bay, OR
Amazing cocktails (the Concord Sangria (?) is money), gorgeous views, delicious food
My go-to is the Thai BBQ Shrimp – sweet and spicy, the coconut risotto is creamy and crunchy, and I always have leftovers for the next day
Luna Sea Fish House – Yachats, OR
Clearwater – Newport, OR
Inn at Spanish Head – Lincoln City, OR
Things To Do + Places To See:
Cape Kiwanda – Pacific City, OR
Secret hike Gleneden Beach
Awesome views off the cliffs – so many good pictures and insane views
Fogharty Creek
Heceta Head Lighthouse – Florence, OR
Yaquina Head Lighthouse – Newport, OR
Cape Perpetua
Drift Creek Falls – East of LC
Can be muddy after a rain, short and easy hike, beautiful views of falls at end
Knoll Hike – Roads End in LC
Uphill
Wine Country/Willamette Valley:
Eats + Drinks:
Breakfast/Brunch
Word of Mouth – Salem, OR
BEST biscuits and gravy and the most southern I’ve been able to find here in Oregon, and I’ve tried a lot…
Cottage Cheese Pancakes – try them, just trust me
Blueberry Pancakes – if you’re not feeling very adventurous with the CC pancakes, you can’t go wrong with their blueberry pancakes – they load them up with blueberries
TIP: they’re located in a small, old house, so the wait is usually pretty long.. we usually give our name and phone number and then run to target to pass the time. If you have a smaller party (like 2), you can try and stay around and they may call you up sooner – this has worked for us once before and we were in in like 15 min, as opposed to the 1-1.5 they gave us when we showed up.
The Block House – Dayton, OR
In a cute, old updated church
Cinnamon Roll Pancakes!!
Skip the B&G, try the stuffed French toast if you love dessert for breakfast
Drink of choice – Dayton Sunrise
Wineries
Stoller – Dayton, OR
Love this winery! The grounds are beautiful, views of Mt. Hood on a clear day, dog-friendly, bring your own picnic if you want!
They recently remodeled the tasting room, gorgeous, rustic but classy! Amazing views of the grounds.
The best Rose (a true rose) – I recommend trying and buying a bottle if you are a rose all day fan
Sokol Blosser
Lange
Hawks View
Ponzi
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