You know, you learn a lot when you travel. Being an obsession of mine, food is something that has…read morebeen part of that learning process for me. Sometimes it's the obvious. The best key lime pie I've ever had was in Key West. The best cherry pie I've ever had was in Traverse City. But, strangely enough, the best BBQ I've ever had was in a place called Victor, Idaho. And the best clam chowder I've ever had was not in Boston, but in the craziest hole in the wall bar in Westport, Washington State, where it seemed like 1983 as they literally played the Rebel Yell album by Billy Idol while we ate and some Rottweiler sat by our inside table begging for food. And that wasn't even the only dog running around inside the joint. My wife, early on, wanted to leave. I wanted to stay and see where this crazy train was headed. Me - 1, Her - 0.

The Mermaid is a bit of a guilty pleasure for me. The sandwiches can be incredibly good, but I…read moredon't know that consistency is their strong suit. The real reason you come to the Mermaid is the bar in the back, which is as divey as they come and absolutely terrific. Want a special cocktail? Well too bad, they probably won't have the mixer that it calls for. But if you want simple drinks or just an out of the way place to have a beer and experience the true locals, this is your spot. Popular with the fisherman, and definitely get rowdy if you stay too late. But if you dig a dive bar you have to check out the Mermaid. Great jukebox, pool table, good outdoor seating area.

Inside the Surfside golf course which is right behind the WorldMark Surfside.....they share a…read moreparking lot. Great, large sandwiches at a reasonable price. Can also order half sandwiches or half salads. Also have some canned sodas and beers available.

Great food for a very reasonable price. They sell sandwiches and salads, with very generous…read moreportions

The service here was great! Very friendly and fast! I got a half Italian sandwich with a small…read morepotatoe salad and my wife got a half turkey speck panini. The ingredients on the sandwiches were very fresh. I could have used a little more sauce on mine. However, the potatoe salad was the star of the show. Definitely tangy and i loved the pickles in it. I ended up going back to get a togo order of it! The inside was very cute and had a decent amount of space! Would recommend!

I have a fondness for international markets and sandwiches. So it was fortuitous to visit Gaetano's…read moreMarket & Deli in Astoria. It reminded me of two Italian spots in Seattle's Pioneer Square. Very popular since most of the onsite seating were occupied (6/20/25). No surprise after glancing at their menu, easily I could gravitate towards several of their sandwiches. Lots of merch and deli items are also available to select from. I ended up ordering a half pound of proscuitto (0.52 lb for $17.67). This was carefully sliced thin, packaged, and wrapped carefully, which was duly noted and greatly appreciated. We paused at window counter seats and had to sample the purchase before departing. Absolutely delicious! Helped elevate a meal the next day too. I may have to return to indulge in one of their Italian sandwiches. Update: we did return to dine onsite at the same window counter seats (6/22/25). The Homie had the Hot Meatball ($14). Meaty with zesty sauce. I had the Salami Panini ($12), which reminded me of a fave Italian panini at Irwin's Bakery & Cafe in Seattle. Both were fantastic, hit the spot, clean plate club worthy, and definitely no takeout boxes needed! Gaetano's Market & Deli, a terrific find in Astoria!

The sandwiches are just incredible. to say the best in town is a understatement. The people are…read morealso so kind and keep a very clean establishment. I come here anytime I'm in town. Highly recommended.

We had errands to run in Aberdeen and had decided to give Deidre's Deli a go. Alas, Deidre's is…read moreclosed on Mondays but thankfully Two Broke Chics were in full-serve mode.   Any establishment that advertises itself as a sandwich shop and offers a Cuban sandwich is now in my crosshairs as this is the sandwich by which I gauge my willingness to return and recommend. A classic Cuban sandwich features roast pork, sliced ham, swiss cheese, dill pickle chips, and yellow mustard on buttered pressed Cuban bread.       Two Broke Chics offered their slight twist on a Cuban. The base line ingredients were spot on and plentiful, especially their pulled pork. I was apprehensive when I witnessed them applying coleslaw to my sandwich as 9.5 times out of 10 I'll push away most coleslaws after one bite. Two Broke Chics' Cuban sandwich was taken to another and much-appreciated level. I'd actually order their coleslaw as a side.   My partner, she-who-must-be-obeyed ordered their Stadium sandwich which is Two Broke Chic's version of a Philly cheese steak sandwich with the added touch of au jus dipping sauce. You're not allowed to dine in at Two Broke Chics and so you're on your own as to where to enjoy their sandwich deliciousness. However, the open kitchen is its own ambiance allowing you to view the construction of your sandwich.   We are now fans of Two Broke Chics, will return and suggest you return as often as possible or give it a go for the first time.

When I make the trek to Long Beach, WA, a favorite lunch spot for me is Surfer Sands. They serve a…read morevariety of tasty and quirkily made sandwiches, along with homemade macaroni and potato salads. Their turkey sandwich with cream cheese, cashews and cranberry sauce, and their tuna sandwich are two of my go-to's.

Great food, rapid service Recommend: Hawaiian cheese steak…read morew/jalapeños and Wipe Out sandwich.

I wasn't entirely sure what to expect - but this place is Montesano in all the best ways. It's…read morefunky, organic in every meaning of the word, and probably one of the best things this little town has going for it. It's much more a deli than a grocery store- not a dig, just the truth. I arrived around 1pm and they had a steady stream of people ordering smoothies and deli items. They have a fun mix of locally made crafts, some organic food items and some weird art. Truly an original mix! But the most important things - the place was clean. The bathroom was clean. The employees were clean and exceptionally friendly and attentive. And most importantly - the food was soooo good!! I had the veggie wrap grilled (because I'm in an endless search for good vegetarian food to eat on the go) and omg was it good. The perfect mix of crispy and fresh veggies, just enough sauce without being overpowering. The wrap itself was delicious, flavorful and super fresh tasting. If you're in the area and like healthy, clean food - this is your spot.

Sandwiches here are AWESOME and reasonably priced! We ordered the Full Monte sandwich and the…read moreMountain High Sourdough. It does take a little longer than a fast food restaurant, but the quality is worth it! It's inside a little market, and there is no seating. Two small tables are outside the front of the store that seat 2 people. Lots of parking behind the store in a large, shared parking lot. We'll definitely stop here again!

Deidra's Deli has moved to a new location in Aberdeen but nothing has changed about the amazing…read morefood or great service.

Tried the hot sandwich with cheddar, roast beef and bacon on a hoagie type roll. Was good…read more Service was quick. Was made by Deidra herself. There's tables to sit at inside and outside.

Food cart - not sure if they are always in the same place, but was near the Bowpicker when we…read moregrabbed a Reuben sando. We were going to check the line at Bowpicker, but didn't even make it that far after seeing the sandwich board (hee hee) advertising Sasquatch sandos - I mean, how could you not? The Frenchman getting a sandwich there might have been the proprietor's friend (I don't actually think so), but he was a great hawker too. He got a Reuben and my spouse and I split a Reuben and everyone was happy. Came with chips and a little Baby Ruth bar (special for Goonies weekend, I think). We all sat at the shaded outdoor table on that corner and watched the Bowpicker line roast in the sun. Pretty yum and the sando is the perfect size for splitting. I'll be looking for this cart next time I'm in Astoria to give the Cubano a try.

Get the Reuben. Phenom…read more Was ready in about 10 minutes, $16. Good size. So tasty . Soak up all that delicious Astoria beer with one of the better food trucks. Sasquatch is a must!!!

Excellent coffee and excellent service…read more This place seems like a few businesses rolled into one: coffee shop, cafe, gift shop / local goods market. Plus a boutique section with women's clothing and accessories, a good range of local craft items, and plenty of gift-shop browsing if you have a few minutes. The space is bright, clean, and creatively decorated without feeling precious. Prices are a little high for the value, but not in a way that ruins the experience. The real reason for five stars is the coffee and the barista. Superb espresso, made with care, and served by someone who clearly knows what she is doing. Service was warm, quick, and professional.

Alder + Co is actually two businesses, existing together…read more One is the coffee shop - who makes a great tea and probably good coffee but dont go for the food. The "menu" is slim and not made in house and the baked goods looked several days old. The second is the gift store - with a wildly wide selection it's honestly sensory overload. Some decent looking items, but way too many of them. I was expecting more hand crafted, locally made, less tacky jewelry and overpriced candles. Raymond lacks a lot of tourism shops so I guess it at least has this one.

Nothing special. Walking in and wasn't greeted by the young…read morelady on her personal phone. Once seated ("I'll seat you here, because the table is the only clean one") in a pub atmosphere that only had 3 tables with patrons in the establishment. It was NOT busy. Ordered 2 coffees and a diet coke. Had to remind her twice before getting it delivered. Ordering a simple breakfast, a sausage and cheese omelet and chicken fried steak. The toast on the plates were hard yet not overly toasted. The gravy and the potatoes were the best part of all 3 meals. Let me say, the omelet was smaller than the toast in comparison. The waitress abandoned ship and slid off the radar... we had to ask another matey to refill the coffee and he did so very promptly! He was the better part of the experience. Nothing better than a "local chain" breakfast stop. Stick to mom and pops place or cross the street for a Taco!

From what I understand, The Slippery Deck is one of the few restaurants that open for breakfast in…read moreWestport. When I came in, I saw 2 gentlemen waiting for their breakfast. We were hungry, so we didn't think about wanting to travel to Aberdeen for breakfast. We were desperate for food, so we decided to sit down. Needless to say, we had to wait like 1+ hour for our orders of breakfast. I literally had to skip on my biscuit/gravy order due to staffing issue and time constraint. The server was very polite, but we just could not get past the whole 1+ hour of waiting for breakfast. The food was ok. We won't come back.