Perfect first experience at Grinders Coffee yesterday, (Sunday). We had enjoyed another great visit…read moreat Jim's, and I asked where we could find good coffee. Without any hesitation, we were recommended to go to Grinders. It was excellent. The service at the window was friendly and engaging and the Stumptown coffee was so tasty. We were also offered sleeves and beans that accompanied the coffee treats.

The Dalles was still asleep when we pulled up at 5am on a road trip. All but the barrista, that…read moreis! She was cheerful and efficient. I loved my breve, which really highlighted the quality Stumptown beans they use. My husband tried the Mexican Mocha. He said it was fine but too sweet & strong with cinnamon syrup. Next time he said he would get the plain mocha. Because yes! There will be a next time! We were glad Grinders was open. Not much else was at that time of morning! It wasn't too far out of the way to get back on Eastbound I-84 either.

Love the coffee here probably the best tasting coffee in town! love the bagels and the sandwiches!…read moreThis Place never disappoints!! Get you coffee here!!! and your dinner at The Grill Steak and Seafood!

Solid coffee shop, standard menu with Oat milk available. Price is pretty standard, coffee is good…read moreand potent. Blended drink had a good texture.

Breakfast inside a beautiful 123 year old stone church…read more I adore churches, nuns, priests - all of it - and I especially love historic spaces that have been thoughtfully transformed. This one is full of charm and soul, and if you're always searching for something special, it's absolutely worth your time. We came in for breakfast, just as they opened, before heading to nearby wineries. The lox bagel was delicious. My open-face biscuit was out of this world - rich, buttery, and layered with airy, flaky perfection. It came topped with an over-easy egg with perfectly runny yolk, savory bacon, creamy avocado, green onions, and a red pepper aioli that added just a touch of heat. Our coffees were also great, and my sweet hive latte with cinnamon was one of the best iced lattes I've ever had. The interior is spacious and serene, filled with natural light, tall ceilings, and plenty of happy plants. I love what they've done with this historic landmark - it feels peaceful, and inviting. Service was as warm as the sunshine. Open daily for breakfast, brunch, and lunch, tucked into a quiet residential neighborhood. Thank you for a beautiful and delicious morning.

The Riv has incredible potential, but unfortunately the experience didn't live up to the setting…read more The building itself is stunning--a beautifully restored historic church with a warm atmosphere, a great soundtrack, and even some of the original pews repurposed as seating. It's a unique space that's worth seeing. Unfortunately, that's where the positives ended. The restaurant appeared significantly understaffed, and most of the menu items we wanted weren't available. Ordering and paying at the counter isn't necessarily a problem, but for a restaurant of this size it creates an inefficient experience and leaves guests without much support once they've ordered. Once the food arrived it 45-minutes later, it was underwhelming and looked like items from a grocery store deli. I hope they're able to address the staffing and kitchen issues, because the venue deserves a dining experience that matches its character. Until then, hesitate to go.

First time stopping in. We expected to leave with a couple lattes, and we did...but also with 5…read moreChristmas ornaments. Unexpected by all means! They've just randomly got multiple shelves of a unique mix of older Hallmark ornaments. The sign said last years, but they seemed older to me. I was just happy to find a few of Peanuts I actually didn't already have! As for the service it was cordial. As for the coffees, they were tasty, hot, and strong. Overall a good stop.

My friends and I made a quick stop here on our way to the Gorge for a concert and were pleasantly…read moresurprised. Great coffee, plus a nice selection of both sweet and savory bites. Would definitely stop again!

This is the go to spot for donuts in The Dalles. Love the meat and cheese filled items they have…read moreand the danishes

I recently stopped by here for a few pastries: a huckleberry Danish, and a jalapeno bacon cream…read morecheese bread. The ambiance was like, the last shop left standing in a messy ghost town. Hastily decorated. Clean, but nowhere near sterile. The clerk seemed irritated that I walked in, like I was keeping her from something more important. So, I tried to order fast. I was a little peeved that I very clearly asked for a specific Danish, and she just kind of pretended not to hear me and very quickly threw a different Danish in the bag and gave me an irritated look and said, "Anything else?" Um... They were both huckleberry Danishes, but the one she gave me had like a third as much fruit as the one I specifically requested. Whatever. "You don't have any ham and jalapeno rolls or anything like that, do you?" "I'm sold out of that one, but I do have a bread filled with cream cheese and bacon and jalapenos." I took that. The jalapeno bacon cream cheese bread was amazing. The fillings were pretty standard, but the bread itself was phenomenal. Other reviewers have mentioned that the head chef is a classically trained pastry chef. It really showed in this bread. This bread was as good as the bread from my favorite bakeries in San Francisco. Top tier. I could probably eat a little loaf of it every day. It definitely would have been better heated up a little bit, since the cream cheese was all in a cold block on one side of the bread. But it was still really good. The Danish was decent. It definitely tasted very blueberry-y--- I'm not sure if I can tell the difference between regular blueberries vs huckleberries. Overall, it was about as good as a fresh store-bought Danish from Costco. It didn't necessarily taste home-made to me, but the website states that everything is made home-made and from scratch, so I guess it was. But it tasted kind of commercial. The total was around $9, which I thought was high considering the quality of the Danish and the amount of fillings. But prices are high in 2025... c'est la vie.

Jayde's service was exceptional…read more The decor is an elegant escape The signature sunset drink was fresh The monte cristo was decadent and generous

I was thoroughly satisfied with my Monte Cristo sandwich. The jam that comes on the side was…read moreexcellent. Very sweet workers in there, and the food came out extremely fast. Lots of tables for seating inside, outside, and in the sunroom!

I recommend trying out this little amazing coffee café with organic coffee drinks. I had an organic…read morebold medium roast cappuccino siping delicious.

Whether you live in the Dalles or are just passing through, you have to stop here. This hidden gem…read moreis quite literally tucked in an unassuming alleyway with gorgeous imagery and inviting atmosphere. Without fail I always receive personal customer service. Im so excited to see this establishment grow. Please give them the love they deserve!!

The Farm Stand in The Dalles is a wonderful, small market that takes you back to a bygone era of…read morequality food, fresh fruit, and small town vibe. The deli is fantastic and occasionally has gourmet egg salad sandwiches but there Tune salad sandwich is equally amazing. Another specialty is their protein shakes. Absolutely delicious. Their sister store in Hood River is great as well.

Small organic grocery store well organized and stocked with all the essentials…read more Excellent sandwich and salad Café. We had the grass fed beef burger, which is so delicious. Beef is supplied by Carman Ranch, woman owned rancher near Joseph Oregon. Also had a tossed salad loaded with lots of fresh produce. See the pics! After lunch, went to the coffee café, also part of the Farm Stand. very cozy, cool spot for a medium organic, medium bold and robust roast cappuccino. Excellent service in the store, lunch cafe and coffee shop.

I am not going to post any photos as you know what every Starbucks looks like. Service was quick…read moreand curious as uszh, responsive to my request. When asked if I needed anything else I asked for the lock code for the bathroom...this was new to me. I guess there are a lot of transient folks in The Dalles. She won't it down and off I went. I did my business and reached around for a courtesy flush and omg...no flush. I couldn't just leave my pooh-pourri floating so i started to panic. Then..hey what would you do at home. I pulled off the top and it was a weird set up but I got it sorted and fixed the plumbing then washed my hands three times. Exited, grabbed my coffee and hit the road...3.5 hours to go.

Normally, I would never bother to take time to complain about a Starbucks or fast food in general,…read morebut this store was insanely slow and rude. We waited in line for 25 minutes. I honestly would not have minded waiting if somebody would have told me so I could have made an informed decision. When we tried to speak with them about it Both Chelsea and the other person were very rude. ONLY GO HERE OF YOUR NOT JN A HURRY.

Happy to see a smoothie bowl spot in hood river! Had everything I liked and smoothie bowls, juices,…read moresmoothies, raw date, energy bars, salads, vegan options! I didn't get to try this out, but the Gloria bowl looked pretty good. They offer açaí on the menu but the bowls don't really have açaí, which was fine with me cause I don't really like açaí but I do love a smoothie bowl! We enjoyed ours and our smoothies!

Cute little cafe located down a quiet side street in downtown Hood River…read more We didn't indulge in any of their lunch dishes, but did share a kale,coconut,banana smoothie. Although pricy for a 16 oz drink , I found it healthy and delicious. We will come back next time we visit Hood River and try their other specialties.