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Cliff Droppers

4.3 (169 reviews)
ModerateBurgers
Closed • 11:00 am - 6:45 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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My burger, can't remember what kind
Sophia B.

Classic American burgers. Exactly what you expect for a small town local burger spot. This place is a dive, but the food was great. Absolutely hit the spot after a long exhausting day of hiking. Portions were huge, so I couldn't finish everything. My burger was seasoned very nicely and tasted pretty fresh. The toppings were pretty standard store-bought items. Nothing mind blowing, just solid burgers and fries. The staff was very friendly and service was decently quick. Just note that they do close kind of early. We went in there around 6:30pm (ish) and they started to close down while we ate. Like I said, it's a dive. Don't expect super fancy furnishings. It gets the job done though. Good food, good company, total American-road-trip style.

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Allie G.

We visited Cliff Droppers for lunch, and it was solid! The interior was rustic and ski-themed, with plenty of seating. They also had a nice outdoor patio with additional picnic tables in the shade. Casual ambiance, no-frills! I ordered the Jalapeño Burger, which came with a side of fries. They did charge $1 extra for each ranch and fry sauce, which felt a little steep. The burgers were solid! They definitely hit the spot after a morning of hiking, but I can't say they were particularly memorable. The fries were also good, although I generally prefer a skinnier french fry. Service was friendly and quick!

Cliff dropper
Sandy B.

A great stop if you are craving a great, juicy burger and crisp fries. They have an array of choices for single and double patties. You can ask for fry sauce or there is ketchup tubs. Nice service. Indoor and outdoor dining area. Bathrooms available. I had their cliff dropper burger (8/10). Great spot!

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Chelsea R.

Very underrated! I walked in expecting typical diner food, but WOW I was not disappointed! Burger was big, juicy, and the fries were insanely good. Whatever they fry their fries and tots in is delicious! The fries were soft on the insane and a little crunchy on the outside. Some of the best fries I've had. Jalapeño burger had grilled jalapeños which were delicious. I LOVE spicy and this wasn't spicy at all. But my husband had one bite and almost died-haha. So take what you will from that. 10/10 I would recommend coming here after a day on the mountain. Ps-the Cosmic Crisp cider was DELICIOUS! Comes in a can.

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David E.

The burgers are fresh not from frozen. Delicious. Was just driving through and grabbed a bite. Very well worth it. You won't be disappointed.

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Xuan Z.

Burger was good. Patty and bread were decent. Wish the mushroom and the onions were more cooked. The tots were amazing (crunchy and not greasy at all). We went to Mt Rainier but couldn't get in since we didn't have a reservation so we decided to drive to Packwood for lunch. This is a cute little restaurant with fun decors. Nice stop for taking a rest.

Elk burger front chicken burger at the back
Gavin J.

One of the few choices for a meal in town and not a bad burger although I ordered an Elk burger and for my money it was beef , but tasted great so ate it anyway and didn't raise it with the staff Wife had the chicken burger and tater tots which she really enjoyed as well Dining indoors and outdoors undercover Not a bad option if you are road tripping and hungry

Cheeseburger and fries
Corey W.

I'm so glad this place has survived Covid! I dont travel through the area very often and sometimes it feels like their hours are not matching when I do come through. They were open this time! Just for a regular cheese burger. They are still big burgers. Very tasty, and the fries were awesome. The lady behind the counter was super nice! And friendly. And helpful. And the restaurant was clean, comfortable and a perfect place to rest from a drive across the state. I will continue to recommend.

Jalapeño burger w/ fries
Gage G.

Very good! It's a quaint little restaurant with a vintage vibe. Handmade burger Pattie's and fresh cut shoestring fries! There are also take n' bake pizzas available (which look good, but I didn't try). I had the jalepeno burger and it is really good! Juicy and fresh Great spot for on the go (or post snowboarding at White Pass)

Mackenzie M.

Excellent burgers. Cute ambience, both indoor and outdoor seating. Sweet, accommodating staff. We ate here twice while visiting Rainer and absolutely loved our meals! Great quality.

Salmon burger (filet) and fries
Adriana F.

Excellent simple food place. We got there just a few minutes before closing time and it was buzzing. It was satisfying grub for an end to a long day of hiking around Mt St. Helens and traveling to Packwood. We both had the Salmon burger, although it is a filet, was fresh and tasty. Fries were crunchy in the outside tender in the inside and hot, just like I like them. Stop buy for a burger if you are in town. We might have a burger tonight or tomorrow. We did stop for burgers. I had the jalapeño and my husband the blue cheese and it was delicious

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Shannon C.

This place was a nice find on our trip to Packwood. The burger was tasty and fresh. The fries were crispy and not salted which I liked a lot. Very cute burger joint with a nice diner vibe. Overall really great.

My family

Good chicken nuggets and fries . Owners are friendly ! Very clean !!! Cute little mountain restaurant. We came to go to the La. Wis wis camp ground to check it out and awim so we came here to have a snack

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Awesome burgers and fries! Very quick and friendly service. They had a television to catch Sunday football games.

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The burgers and fries were fantastic. Freshly made and DELICIOUS! Highly recommend after a day of hiking!

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Thank you for having a veggie option! The veggie burger was excellent - great meal after a long day hiking

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Good burgers! Nice people. Easy to order. Had outdoor and indoor seating which was nice and clean.

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Very overrated. Burger was rather bland and you have to pay for fries or tots even if you don't want them.

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The best burger I've had in years. I will definitely be back when passing through. Perfect for after a day on the trails.

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Blue Spruce Saloon & Grill

3.5(167 reviews)
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Staff very friendly and attentive. We both had steaks, the ribeye and New York strip. Both cooked…read moreto the temp we requested, seasoned well and tender. We would return if visiting the area.

This place is serving gas-station-level food at a much higher price, but the food was honestly the…read moreleast of my concerns. The service was absolutely terrible. I'm 18, so I obviously cannot drink alcohol. I ordered food and waited for service, but apparently the only way to actually get someone's attention is to walk over to the bar yourself. When I went over there trying to get help with my order, I was yelled at and made into a scene by one of the servers. All I wanted was the food I had already ordered. I understand that working in food service can be exhausting. I'm 18 and have worked as a server myself. I know there are bad days, difficult customers, and times when you simply don't feel like smiling. But when you're working with the public, basic courtesy and professionalism still matter. You don't have to love your job every second, but you should at least treat people with respect. What makes this especially frustrating is that this is a small town that gets a huge amount of tourism from people visiting Mount Rainier. This restaurant has an opportunity to leave visitors with a great impression of the area, and instead the experience I had was rude, disorganized, and unnecessarily hostile. I really hope management sees this review and takes it seriously. The food needs improvement, but the service needs even more attention. Train your staff, communicate with customers, and treat people like human beings. That shouldn't be too much to ask.

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Paradise Village Restaurant

Paradise Village Restaurant

4.0(315 reviews)
19.3 mi

Like many people driving through Ashford, I had just gotten done with a very early morning of…read morehiking at Rainier. I stopped here very hungry and desperate for a good hot meal after lots of trail food. This is a great option for a meal right near the park. Though a little overpriced, they have great options for a healthy (or sweet) meal anytime of day. Employees are very friendly and the vibe is quiet and quaint. Food was very solid with ample portions. It's a very cutesy interior with nice wooden trim everywhere, big wooden stools and tables, and a nice clean bathroom. My crepe had veggies and turkey, plus some cheese. Ratios were good and it was nicely seasoned. The cappuccino was decent. Pretty standard. Delicious honey cake! Not a dessert you can get everywhere in the U.S., so I was excited to order it. The only reason I don't put it at 5 stars is because it's overpriced. Everything is in this area of course, it's right by the park, and they can only really operate successfully during the months when the park is open. I would come back here to try their lunch and dinner service. And of course it's much better than fast food after a day of hiking. Be sure to stop by their lavender fields on your way out for some wonderful smells!

We were really looking forward to this experience and happy to support Ukrainian immigrants when…read moredeciding to come to Paradise Village Restaurant. Also, the establishment is in a lovely location a few miles from Mt Ranier NP. Alas neither the service nor food was good. While we didn't wait long for initial service to take our order and to get our wine and salads, the entrees took a while (didn't check my watch to see how long we waited) and the dishes were delivered separately; I had the chicken kebabs (both meat and vegetables were cold). By the time I stopped eating (I ate less than half of my entree), my husband got his entree. He ordered the pork ribs, which were the appropriate temperature and tasted good. As for service, twice we asked another server to get the person waiting on us for water and a second glass of wine for my husband, and to ask for our check. At the beginning of our experience, we saw interesting entrees on the menu for breakfast and thought to return in the next day or so and give them another try. After a disappointing dinner experience, we will not return.

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