I mean... it's McMenamins. Soaking pool, cigar bar, tots, a speakeasy, mystery rooms, amazing staff, and all nestled into the heart of Bend. Amazing cocktails unique to the Boom Closet and a smash burger for simple delicious pub fare. My only complaint is the cucumbers in the hummus plate had been too close to back of the fridge and had froze - all was courteously remedied with excellent service. read more

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While visiting Oregon we decided to grab lunch at McMenamins Old St. Francis School, which also had a restaurant on the property where we ate. I had the steamed clams and the flavor and herbs and butter made the broth very good. My daughter enjoyed the sandwich which she enjoyed very much and the a Point of French fries was a lot and it was tasty and crispy. The clam chowder was delicious and the sandwich was also enjoyed. They have their own parking lot and the whole place is keep with the way it was form the building and inside, even the men restroom had old antique pieces. read more

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McMenamins is quirky and fun, trying to find the broom closet "speakeasy" type bar requires lots of twists and turns throughout the halls. Secret rooms where you can sign your name in chalk and see neon art installations make the journey all the more fun. Once inside, it's a really cozy ski chalet vibe with two bartenders making yummy cocktails. My chai cocktail tasted just like a chai, with an alcoholic twist, so tasty. The creativity is woven through every element of the bar, including little handwritten notes hidden in the ceiling of the seating nook. So fun and so different I had a great time! read more

McMenamins Old St. Francis School - chai cocktail - Breweries Near Me - Bend, Oregon

First off, I love the vibe, the walkabout, seeing new things, but I was at Kennedy school a couple nights ago and the menu is the same, basically. That was disappointing, but I get it. Go with what works. Secondly, goddamn! Those fire pits are massive! It's awesome! Thirdly, MJ. I wish yall didn't close so late, because I would have met you for a drink after! read more

McMenamins Old St. Francis School - The bar directly inside the pub, love the bottles up top - Breweries Near Me - Bend, Oregon

Very cool hotel with unique and fun entertainment sprinkled all over. I personally loved the broom closet, the bar and the outside area. A very quirky speakeasy that you should visit if you're in Bend. read more

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Great experience at a fun location! Food: 4/5. To start we had pretzel sticks and the Cajun tots. Both were pretty good. We also had an elk burger, cheese pizza (for the kids), and the Thai-dyed bento bowl. Everything was amazing although a little more expensive compared to similar places. We left very full and happy! Atmosphere: 5/5. This location is beautiful and very unique. I loved the decor and the vibe. The only critique I have is that the workers were wearing Hawaiian shirts, which I felt different fit the vibe of the restaurant. Service: 5/5. We were seated right away and had an excellent server named Johnny. Our food and drinks came in a reasonable amount of time. Kid friendly: 4/5. They have a good kids menu, highchairs, and were very accommodating with our kids. We saw a handful of other kids there as well. Such a fun experience for our trip to Bend. Definitely recommend to go at least once! read more

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Great outside seating areas for sitting around fires, sm0king cigars, and sipping on unique cocktails. Witch's Brew is a normal cocktail with yum flavors. El Diablo cocktail brings the heat with the hot peppers; a cold drink that will heat you up. McMenamins has a lot of footprint, about 2 blocks worth. I would come back for the outside patio area. And sheer uniqueness of the property. read more

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Amazing ambiance in a historic part of downtown Bend. Unfortunately, that's where the positives end. It took nearly 90 minutes for our food to arrive, and when it did, it was cold. We had to send the pizzas back, which added another 45 minutes before they returned. A steak ordered medium came out rare, and while some at the table thought the burgers were good, I didn't share that opinion. The biggest disappointment was the menu availability. At least five items were unavailable, including fish and chips, which was the primary reason we chose this restaurant. With a 6:00 pm reservation, running out of core menu items felt unacceptable. Great setting, but poor execution, long waits, and limited menu availability made for a frustrating experience. read more

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We checked out McMenamins Old St. Francis School in Bend, and while the food and cocktails were fine--nothing bad, nothing mind-blowing--the real reason to visit is the weird, wonderful, and slightly mysterious atmosphere. This place is like Hogwarts for beer lovers--a historic school turned into a hotel, pub, brewery, movie theater, and even a soaking pool (because why not?). The best part? Finding all the hidden rooms and secret passageways tucked away throughout the property. We wandered around like treasure hunters, pushing on random walls and hoping we wouldn't accidentally end up in someone's hotel room. The movie theater looked super cozy, and while we didn't stay overnight, we're tempted just for the experience of sleeping in what was probably once a very serious nun's office. Final verdict? Go for the adventure, stay for the atmosphere, and if you're hungry--temper your expectations. McMenamins is all about the quirky experience, and on that front, it absolutely delivers. read more

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Enjoyed a wonderful room in Art House, with a large balcony/patio off both the bedroom and living room overlooking a courtyard. Room featured a kitchenette with mini fridge, microwave, plenty of glassware (coffee cups, pint and wine glasses) plates and silverware, paper towels and cleaning supplies. Front desk staff and bar staff were friendly and happy to be of service. read more

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Such a funky and cool boutique hotel located within walking distance of downtown Bend! This hotel was recommended to us by a friend and I am thoroughly glad we decided to stay there on our weekend getaway to Bend. From start to finish all of the staff were extremely friendly and helpful with recommendations. It is a bit pricey, but has such a unique charm to it and is within walking distance of all of the major restaurants, breweries, and shopping of downtown Bend. Our room was located in the art building which also houses the hidden speakeasy. The soaking pool was a highlight of our trip and we thoroughly enjoyed spending time there in the evening. There is a brewery on site as well as a movie theater and a whiskey and cigar lounge. If you are looking for a funky, cool place to stay in Bend, I would recommend checking out the old Saint Francis. read more

Beautiful building and atmosphere. Food was incredibly fresh and tasty. Sat outside with the pups and enjoyed the fire pit. Gluten free and veg/vegan options plentiful and clearly stated. read more

Food is pricey, service was kind but slow for a mid day visit. Truffle fries were delicious, black garlic aioli was too rich. Pretzels and cheese are good! They offer happy hour on Sundays which is nice. read more

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Had such a great dinner. Everything was perfect from the seared ahi, Cajun tater tots, truffle fries, sliders, salads and loved my pear sidecar. What a delicious time! The service was fabulous. Super helpful. I always love the style of the McMenamins. So whimsical and unique. read more

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It's an alright spot. Always busy cause it's in Bend. But they hold true to the Mcmenamins vibe. Love the multiple hang out spots, love the location of the sleeping areas; overall this place is a fun stop during winter adventure. read more

My friends and I went to McMenamins for dinner during our Oregon road trip. I ordered the Jamaican rice bowl with bbq prawns and loved it. It was very tasty, had distinct flavors, and contained an assortment of ingredients. The restaurant was dimly lit and had a unique ambiance, being part of a hotel that used to be a school, with an old rustic feel. The price was a tiny bit on the high side, but not by much, and the food took a bit of time to arrive, but overall, I don't have complaints. read more

McMenamins Old St. Francis School - Jamaican rice bowl with bbq prawns - Breweries Near Me - Bend, Oregon

Not sure what was up with the kitchen today. It took nearly 40 minutes to get our food. We came around 1 pm on a Saturday. While we waited 25 minutes to be seated, the dining room wasn't too crowded. We ordered eggs Benedict and the eggs were basically hard boiled. The kids burger didn't come as ordered and was hard as a rock and the fries were cold. So, we waited 25 to be seated, 40 minutes for food and then had to wait again for them to remake the food. Oof. Plus side, the wait staff was nice. read more

1. Coolest place, reno'd old Catholic school 2. There is a map of the campus 3. Did the one hour soak in the hot tub- bring your ID! There are coat hangers inside the place if you want to bring your bag of stuff so it does not get stolen 4. A secret speakeasy with the craziest entrance on the third floor! Use the map to find it 5. Service is so so 6. Didnt have any food but you have three different options read more

McMenamins Old St. Francis School - Hot springs/tub - Breweries Near Me - Bend, Oregon

Ate breakfast there with 3 other family members and none of us liked it. It was super greasy, and Flavorless. The workers were nice, Just the food was not! We were hoping for a better experience. Also we were sat between two walls, the outside wall with windows and the inner hall wall. A bit claustrophobic. The place was a bit stale air and smelled. I know it's an old place but should not smell. We will not be going back! read more

We sat down at 9pm and ordered apps and mains shortly after. Our waitress then proceeded to ignore us and avoid eye contact until 10pm when she came to tell us that they were out of one of the mains we had ordered and asked if we wanted to order something else instead. We asked how much longer it would be if we ordered something new and she said "as soon as possible" but informed us that meant 20 more minutes. At that point we cancelled our order and left, the only bright spot was that she was nice about that part. I understand that things happen, but communication would have helped a lot and they should have been able to tell us they were out of something we ordered before an entire hour passed. read more

tldr; if you're into the McMenamins experience, go for it. If not, avoid. After spending 20 mins finding parking, dragging our suitcases to the front desk, got a mediocre welcome, checked in. The front desk took our card, gave us a map showing where the room was, and acknowledged, ya parking sucks here we have a tiny lot. At no point were we told about any amenities or the 'oddities' one might find. So we drag suitcases down a long dark hallway, thru the parking lot, thru a patio/bar, then to our building, into a super dark hallway and staircase and finally our room. Room was ok. Coffee pot with some creamer/sugar. TV. Microwave. Larger than usual mini-fridge. Lots of above average pillows on the bed. Stiff as a board bed (you know, "room and board"). The bedroom clock had USB charging ports. Bathroom average. Couple of scratchy robes to use if you want. Nice artwork. On this early summer weekend, Bend was cold, and the room heaters took an astonishingly long time to warm the place (like 3 hours). Turned out our room overlooked the patio/bar that got very busy and noisy in the evening, so earplugs were thoughtfully provided. Since we were in town for a wedding, this hotel wasnt for us. The lack of adequate parking was a real pain. read more

The Jamaican bowl was great, break from all the typical bar food. Service was great and food served quickly. Unique interior fun place to eat. read more

When we planned our trip this year, this was one of the first things we added to our must-visits and were thankful we did. It ended up being maybe the highlight of the entire trip, and made me a fan of wanting to try other McMenamins locations in the future. For those who don't know, McMenamins is an older brewery that buys old properties for conversion into inns for travelers or places where people can expect a consistent quality each with its own touch. This location in Downtown Bend used to be a Catholic School with many buildings, so it fit them perfectly. All the old exteriors look the same, with a mix of changed indoor décor but with an older vibe. It was cozy, every part of it we went to. The real draw for us was the heated indoor pool; it's $10 per person for an hour, locker rooms are provided and kept clean, bring your own towel. The pool was amazing, with old tile, fountain, open air ceiling I heard is amazing when it snows, and the freedom to bring your own drinks in to enjoy while you soak. It's for relaxing and talking, not swimming. They also have a theatre for live performances and movies. The main section is the restaurant, with booths and bar seating a like. Downstairs under the bar is the brewery, a smaller set up but producing beers for on-site consumption. They also have beers on tap from other McMenamins locations. At the back (and where you pay to use the pool) is the hotel check in desk - they also have rooms you can stay in, which I'm sure is fun. On our visit after the heat of the pool, and being a sunny cool day, we opted to sit outside in the sunshine near a fire pit. Their tater tots are famous, so we got a big plate of those, plus hummus platter, and other foods. I had a flight of beers, trying one raspberry that was celebrating its birthday that day but wasn't my favorite. As far as beer goes, their stuff is average but not bad; but you really aren't coming here just for the beer anyway. It's also part of the Bend Ale Trail, code is near the lobby desk. Simply, if you're visiting Bend, this is a must stop for anyone; have a meal, have a soak, have a drink. read more

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We didn't stay here overnight but we will be back! We drove down from Portland just for the soaking pool, which was amazing! We wish it was longer than an hour because it goes by so fast ALSO don't forget to bring your own towels if you're not staying at the hotel because they didn't offer us any towels nor was there any. But other than that amazing service and beautiful soaking pool that I got to enjoy with my beautiful gf read more

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Air quality 0-Stars. Lots of fire pits on the property. Like staying in a chimney. Rooms are "eclectic" Very dark. Would not recommend. Will try and not stay here again. read more

It is located on the quieter part of downtown Bend. This is a very old building that now houses a wonderful bar and restaurant where I enjoyed sitting outside in the garden area having a nice cold cider on a warm afternoon. Service was very good even though we went to the bar to make our beverage purchases. The inside bar is pretty small, so they don't mind if you take your drinks to the outside tables. read more

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Interesting history; interesting building. We opted to go to the bar in the main restaurant. It was very nice and cozy. Had a great Spanish coffee. Would return. read more

I will go ahead and say that it would have been a 4/5 if we had good service. We were there at the end of June and this was our first stop from Portland on the way to Sunriver. We were all hungry and wanting to relax and get into vacation mode. We sat for a LONG time waiting for everything, which would not have been big deal if they were actually busy. Overall, there were two employees there who seemed to want to be there at all. One guy was SUPER nice and walked us in because I couldn't figure out how to get inside from the courtyard we ended up at after our Passport hunt. The hostess was also nice. Our server seemed uninterested. I used to be a server and had I been the one to pay the bill, instead of my husband, I would have left a few dollars. Maybe 10%. It was JUST THAT bad. read more

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This place was so fun!! It's a very eclectic vibe turning an old catholic school into a hotel and bar, and the staff is so friendly! We got drinks (i got a peach one) and mentioned that we'd heard about the broom closet. The bartender was happy to give us some subtle hints on how to find it. After going into the hotel and finding a few things that seem... out of place, we found the broom closet! Highly recommend if you're in the mood for a drink and an adventure read more

McMenamins Old St. Francis School - Peach drink and Espresso Martini - Breweries Near Me - Bend, Oregon

McMenamins sets the bar high!! The ambiance and enjoyments at the Old St. Francis are spectacular!! So much fun! I'd love to go to all of their hotel venues one day! I love that there's a bar that only plays The Dead, the cocktails are crafted with excellence, and their food is also divine. Also, all of the art around the buildings is all worth the time to wander around and take in. Everything your heart desires awaits you at a McMenamins!! read more

McMenamins Old St. Francis School - Artwork on display at the Old St. Francis School. - Breweries Near Me - Bend, Oregon

I love it here--comfortable beds, great soaking pool, and terrific courtyards with fireplaces. It's quiet and wonderful to stay here and enjoy Bend's mountain air. Always good service. read more

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I stayed here for six nights (March 2026.) The room was great, as was the staff. I had Breakfasts, a brunch and some dinners there and they were all quite delicious. Also, the ambiance of the room and the walls was amazing. Absolutely beautiful property. Also, avoiding elevated pricing for holiday/weekend nights, it was competitive with a normal hotel that doesn't have any of the nice stuff. I have eaten at their restaurants for 25+ years- now I will likely be a regular at their hotels. read more

I dined here with my two friends while glamping in Bend and it was such a cozy and historical place. Loved the tea and appetizers!