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    Steve H.

    This place is ligit! From the exterior I took it to mainly be a burger joint. However, it turns out they have barbecue! Smoked brisket, and pulled pork, and ribs. I tried the Smoked Brisket sandwich and it was incredibly good. Really top notch brisket. Smokey and tender and luscious. Can't wait to try the pulled pork sandwich next time. My wife had a smash burger, which was also really good. They don't have french fries, which seems odd for place that mostly serves burgers (didn't want to hassle with a deep fryer). They have barbecue joint sides instead. Baked beans. Cole slaw. Mac and cheese. I had mac and cheese, which was nothing special really. But that brisket! Wow! Outstanding. These folks do barbecue right.

    Best brisket Sammy, this side of the Mississippi.
    Bill B.

    This was our first visit here and we were very impressed with the food, staff and decor. The beef brisket sandwich was the best I've had and my wife said the same about her brisket chili dog. We will definitely be back!

    Jay C.

    You can smell the bbq from the sidewalk and I'm so glad we walked in for a meal! Had the chili brisket dog and it was very tasty as well as the Mac and cheese! Highly recommend

    Brisket Chili Dog with Cheese.
    Jeanne B.

    This new spot in Astoria boasts pitsmoked BBQ, Artisan Burgers, and Goondocks hospitality. We had lunch and had to take about half home. My fresh housemade pasta side instead of fries was a great fresh option. Heather and John have done an amazing job at creating a new iconic restaurant in Astoria. With a nod to the Goonies, fans young and old poured in today. Highly recommend!!

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    My wife and I visited Astoria for my birthday, and found Goondocks Bistro. We enjoyed a great meal with wonderful service, We will be back.

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    This time I tried the brisket and ribs....so good, great place for all yur smoked meats and smash burgers

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    9 months ago

    My new favorite restaurant. Fantastic ribs and brisket. Just delicious. I'll be back.

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    Dee Dee Thai II

    Dee Dee Thai II

    4.6
    (17 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    Ok......so let me start off with saying I love Thai. I'll get Phad Thai with chicken to check out…read moreany new place. That said, I've eaten it ordered from ladies squatting next to rocket stoves on the street...and I want my Thai properly spiced, like my eyelids oughta sweat. American Thai food is adjusted to our tastebuds. So, I typically get it as hot as I can, and add my own chili dust. Folks, I have met my new go-to Thai! They offer spice levels one through five. I ordered it a six. The server told me she could adjust it up to a nine spice level, if I needed that. Um, no ma'am! Six is delightful! Phad Thai tends to accentuate the savory and sweet in most presentations. Not so, this savory, crunchy, tart, and fiery masterclass in Thai noodles! It was incredible. I cannot wait to go back and put myself at the mercy of their amazing presentations of what many will visually recognize as "Thai"......but your tastebuds are in for a treat! This is a destination food truck, people! Wow. I decided, on the strength of the Phad Thai, I should taste the Thom Kha Gai I ordered before I chilled it for my intended lunch tomorrow...... Yeah, so Dee Dee has spice DOWN! Her food also has the delightful flavor layering I love most in really good SE Asian food. The mushrooms in the soup? Buttery, and perfectly cooked. A delightful springiness. The tomatoes are bright and soft. The onions still have body, and onion flavor........and there's a lot of lemongrass and galangal floating around in there! Like the other entree, the Thom Kha is super special. I'm so glad this is a local option for me......my belly has a delightful burn, my lips are only slightly numb, and I'm really content with my Thai tea and mango juice. Love this place already.

    Ordered a couple of apps to go with the buoy beer at the taproom and what a waste of money. Veggie…read morespring rolls and tempura shrimp Very greasy, mushy, AND tasteless! Only able to do one of each Ick

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    Dee Dee Thai II
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    Tuimato Hawaiian Bbq

    Tuimato Hawaiian Bbq

    4.8
    (22 reviews)
    0.7 mi

    We have been to multiple islands in Hawaii and have had great Hawaiian food in California. This…read morefood truck was a surprise and it was amazing. Positives: -their prices were very good and reasonable. -you get a lot of food, great bang for your buck. It was much appreciated especially coming from California where everything still costs an arm and a leg. It's so bad in California that I would have to share with my wife when we go out to try and save money. Sure we can stay home, but we're on vacation and I want to give her a good time. In California I would have to decide between filling up my tank or going out to eat ‍ -we got the BBQ mix plate which had short ribs, teriyaki chicken, and bbq beef. Everything tasted great, I loved how the chicken wasn't too sweet. My wife loved the galbi, that's saying a lot because she's very picky with her galbi. It was just the right amount of savory and had just the right amount of fat. We also got the poke bowl, the fish wasn't too sweet very good and tasted fresh. -service was quick and friendly Ambiance: Note that this is a food truck though they gave a small covered area for rainy days and if you want to eat your food right away. It's that food. Overall 5/5 We didn't expect to find such good Hawaiian food in Astoria, can't wait to come back.

    When: Sunday Jan. 18th. 2026; 1:00 pm., ordered (2) take-out plates…read more This Hawaiian Comfort Food truck has a great location in Astoria. It's on property at a Shell gas station with a convenience store and Growler Guys branch. There is enough strategic parking spots for quick pick up and go. The ambiance of this spot is that there is ample outdoor seating for those brave enough to handle the weather, with most of them covered for rain protection. The service was authentic Hawaiian Style customer service. It always starts off " Whoa, what part you from"... And the conversation could go on for hours without even talking about food. Owner is from Wahiawa (Island of Oahu), his cousin helping him cook is from Waiahole (Oahu) and the daughter of the owner was taking the orders up front. The first test of any Hawaiian Comfort Food eatery is the weight of the take out container. If you need two hands to carry the package, then your in for a treat. The BBQ mix plate was on-point. The Teri-Beef had the right amount of sweetness and juicyness making it a must try for any first timer trying Hawaiian comfort food or former Kamaaina, craving for Island grinds. When people travel along the Oregon Coast, Fish & Chips or seafood is always on top of the eating bucket list. However, you may want to add Tuimato's to that bucket list, for belly satisfaction and enjoying a little bit of Hawaiian Style hospitality.

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    Mixed BBQ combo
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    Bridgewater Bistro

    Bridgewater Bistro

    4.0
    (1.3k reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$$

    Hands down one of the best eating experiences I've had from start to finish in a very long time!…read more Terra, our amazing server, and the Bridgewater Bistro team made my 50th birthday dinner experience a truly memorable experience and I am so thankful to them all, they didn't know until I was leaving so no special treatment :). Terra welcomed both me and my husband with kindness and provided us with impeccable service. Couldn't have been more pleased, thank you! True props to the chef and crew!!! From start to finish (appetizer-entry-desert) had so much flavor that each and every bite was an explosion of perfectly seasoned and melded flavors. We had the crab cheese dip, house bread and prosciutto wrapped asparagus for our appetizers, my husband had the Ribeye steak and I had the King Salmon. His large steak was cooked to perfection and the flavors involved in the King Salmon concoction left my tastebuds in awe - seriously BRAVO! With no room left in our bellies we of course ordered the strawberry-rhubarb cobbler and pear margarita sorbet. Both were absolutely to die for. With 24 years of military service, much of it abroad, I've had my fair share of both and I'd put both of these at the very top. I'm a foodie and love the joys food can bring to so many regardless of background or origins. You brought unexpected joy to my life this weekend and for that I'm taking the time to write this review and to say thank you. Can't wait for our next visit to Astoria and to Bridgewater Bistro. Kory, USAF retired

    So it was our 15th anniversary and we decided to try out the nicest restaurant that we could find…read more It did not disappoint. The atmosphere inside, the decor plus the view was spectacular. We were seated at a window table, which was great. We ordered a couple drinks and a couple appetizers. The crab dip and calamari were amazing. Probably the best crab dip I've ever had. For main courses, I ordered the seared scallops and added prawns to the dish as well as a side of their chowder. So good. Melt in your mouth scallops. The chowder was some of the best I've had. My wife ordered pasta Alfredo with shrimp. She said it was amazing as well. And my daughter ordered the Boullabaisse. I've never heard of it but it's a seafood bowl that is delicious and has many seafoods inside.. almost like a soup. She loved it. Dessert was a chocolate torte and a cheesecake slice. Again, amazing. This is a must go to restaurant if you want upscale in Astoria, Oregon. It is well worth the price. And you cannot beat the atmosphere and service. It is exceptional.

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    Inside (look at the floors)
    Berry Cobbler
    Berry Cobbler
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    T Paul's Supper Club

    T Paul's Supper Club

    4.0
    (389 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Had lunch at T. Paul's Supper Club today (May 29, 2026) -- we highly recommend!…read more We went for halibut fish & chips but got the lunch special: two halibut fish tacos for $22.00 -- an amazing bargain. The halibut was fresh Had lunch at T. Paul's Supper Club today (May 29, 2026) -- highly recommend! We went for halibut fish & chips but got the lunch special: two halibut fish tacos for $22.00 -- an amazing bargain. The halibut was fresh, the beer batter perfect, and the tacos came on large flour shells with melted cheese on the bottom. I also tried the crab mac & cheese (couldn't resist) -- huge portions, packed with crab (including claw meat) and so delicious that we boxed the leftovers for dinner. Ended the haul with a slice of carrot cake to enjoy later. Island-themed decor, great happy hour, friendly service. Must-try for great food, drinks, and service., and the beer batter perfect, and the tacos came on large flour shells with melted cheese on the bottom. I also tried the crab mac & cheese (couldn't resist) -- huge portions, packed with crab (including claw meat) and so delicious that we boxed the leftovers for dinner. Ended the haul with a slice of carrot cake to enjoy later. Island-themed decor, great happy hour, friendly service. Must-try for great food, drinks, and service.

    We were finishing out 24 hours in the quaint, quirky town of Astoria, after enjoying some amazing…read morerestaurants and all I wanted was a salad. We had managed to eat seafood at every meal and when I saw that T Paul's Supper Club had a Louie salad on the menu (I'm a sucker for a good Louie) we were in! I'm not totally sure of the vibe they're going for and, to be fair I've only been inside one supper club and it was in Las Vegas, so maybe not a fair comparison. We accidentally walked into the bar section, which seemed like a tiki bar. We were sat in the restaurant, which was decorated with an amateurish mish mosh of seemingly random items. I didn't see a stage, but maybe there was a place for a performer. We were there for lunch. The many is extensive, but also don't seem special. Lots of tiki type drinks and many menu items you'd expect. We ordered the calamari to share, on the recommendation of the server. It was pretty good. We also ordered the Louie Louie to share, which actually isn't on the lunch menu but they kindly agreed to make it for us. I should have been alerted when the server asked what kind of dressing we wanted. She listed several, not including thousand island. I responded, "I think a Louie traditionally has thousand island, do you have that?" She did. The salad had many of the elements, most importantly a good sized amount of lump crab meat. That part was good! The other elements were meh. I would have liked avocado. And I think if you're doing a $30 Louie, you need a special dressing. There were maybe 8 bacon bits. Just not a flavorful Louie. Maybe they do other things well, but I won't be back.

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    Signage
    Fresh basil artichoke Dip made from scratch when ordered every time.
    Fresh basil artichoke Dip made from scratch when ordered every time.
    We're known for having the best burgers in Astoria. The Astor Burger is our classic using Tillamook cheddar and our Boom Boom sauce.

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    We're known for having the best burgers in Astoria. The Astor Burger is our classic using Tillamook cheddar and our Boom Boom sauce.
    Carruthers

    Carruthers

    4.0
    (261 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$$

    I have absolutely fallen in love with this gem of a restaurant! We celebrated our anniversary…read moredinner here, and the food was truly amazing. January sounded like a slower season for them, which showed since we were the only diners that evening. Honestly, it made the experience even more special. The waiter, who was also the bartender, was incredible. Unfortunately, we did not catch his name, but he was working on January 10th and did a fantastic job. He was attentive, welcoming, and genuinely great at what he does. On to the food. We started with the fresh baked bread and Brussels sprouts. I never thought Brussels sprouts could steal the show, but these were packed with flavor and absolutely delicious. I ordered the linguine, and my boyfriend had the filet with crab and hollandaise sauce. Both dishes were outstanding and truly next level. The vibe of the restaurant was perfect. Very chic and sophisticated, which felt ideal for celebrating an anniversary. We actually loved that it was quiet because it felt like all the attention was on us. We will definitely be back!

    We stopped in for brunch during one of the Sunday market days. We shared eggs florentine and a…read morecouple of Mimosas. The food was prepared perfectly and was delicious as were the drinks. The service was a little awkward and slow. Which was unexpected as fewer than half the tables were occupied. It could be that they were short staffed that day. It was fine as long as you're willing to relax and enjoy the wait. We sat by the windows and had plenty of time to watch the locals and tourists come and go from the market. The place itself is nice. Very clean and even upscale. I'd definetly come back and try more things off the menu. I saw a couple get some excelent looking cokctails and a mimosa flight, which consisted of full size mimosas. :)

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    Interior
    Osso Buco
    Osso Buco
    Mussels were a bit chewy

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    Mussels were a bit chewy

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