Had dinner at the Klondike Tavern in St. Helens and it was exceptional from start to finish - I'm…read moretalking really, really good. I ordered the pasta bolognese and a seasonal lemon drop, and both were genuinely the best I've ever had. The bolognese was rich and perfectly balanced, with deep, slow-cooked flavor and pasta cooked exactly right. Every bite felt thoughtful and well executed. The lemon drop was just as impressive -- bright, fresh, and not overly sweet, with a clean citrus finish that made it hard not to order another. The atmosphere strikes that ideal balance of relaxed and refined, and the service was attentive with a splash of "feels like home." Everything was clearly itemized on our bill, and there were no surprises. It's clear they care about quality and providing a complete dining experience beyond a great plate of food. Large portions, delicious food, well-made cocktails, solid service, and a unique setting compelled us to tip handsomely. It was a great experience. If you are in St. Helens, this place is worth your time. I'll absolutely be back. We left genuinely impressed!

We went here the day after Thanksgiving because we wanted to have something that wasn't the…read moretraditional holiday food. And I knew I had to Eat it again on Saturday for a second thanksgiving. So Friday night we came down and had Klondike. And I ordered this lovely egg nog seasonal mocktail drink and then we ordered food, and I had a Mac and cheese with I believe pulled pork? Or brisket? Idk, it's some magical long cooked meat, and pickled onions and i believe I had him add a stupid amount of jalapeños cause I love spicy. I can't even tell you what my wife ordered, honestly I was so into the flavor of the food, and how savory and high quality it was.... She may as well have been invisible lol We had the best waiter, forgive me cause I can't remember his name. But his energy was radiant. And he asked me if I wanted a free refill on the nog, and I said "oh I didn't think this came with a refill, but I'd love one" he ended up grabbing one, and told me it was his mistake it actually wasn't on the free refill part, but he covered it on the house cause he saw how much I loved the first and since he had gotten my hopes up with a second he wanted to take care of me on the house.... It worked out well for him when bill came lol I love when people do this kinda stuff. Also his personality was like an infectious happiness.... Gosh I wish I knew who it was... Anyways.... The food here is awesome, and the staff is great. And I don't drink but they have a huge bar. And a Hell of a specialty cocktail list.

Food is from Brooklyn Trattoria Drink prices are slightly…read moreabove average, however, they do have some rare top shelf offerings. Great place to chill and connect with friends or new friends. The staff is friendly and happy to answer any questions.

Finally got to try this place out. When you first walk in you walk through big giant velvet…read morecurtains and everything is low dim red lighting. This place is on the smaller side, but we got to sit at the bar top. They have a nice menu, a huge whiskey selection And lots of food options as well. They had good music playing and a disco ball and an assortment of colored lights dancing around on the walls. The staff was very attentive and very nice! We definitely want to come back here and try more. This is a great spot for just cocktails, to get together with friends or part of a date night!

The Neighborhood Refuge never disappoints! The location is awesome, lots of parking out front and a…read moregreat view out back. We like to sit inside the sanctuary, it's cozy and spacious all at the same time. The service is great. I have to check the menu every month (it changes) for any new drinks. There have been some awesome specials. Thursday smash burgers are my favorite, along with a full order of cheese curds. The burgers are awesome! Another great option is the spicy chicken sandwich, the maple syrup adds a great flavor twist. It is hard to beat the Refuge, it has everything you want in one place! Great location, great service, amazing drinks, awesome food!

Really wonderful what they have done with a unique space. Church into bistro bar. Great service,…read morefood and drinks. We arrived for live music, they led us to the secret whiskey library downstairs while we waited a few minutes for our table. The live music artist was excellent. Not too loud but enough of a presence. Great place!

What a fun place!!! We were in Astoria recently and this bar sat at the top of our list of places…read moreto visit. Dead Mans Isle feels like stepping aboard a legendary seafarers hideaway. It's packed with maritime artifacts, tropical decor and weathered wood. Glass floats and glowing lanterns hang from the ceiling....a glowing puffer fish looks down on the patrons. Such incredible attention to detail, including a thunder and lightning effect, making you feel like you discovered a hidden Tavern filled with stories from another era. It's immersive without feeling gimmicky and the handcrafted tiki cocktails are just as memorable as the atmosphere. Im a tequila girlie so I ordered the only tequila drink, Sirens Song, my husband got the Mango Flip with Jalapeno vodka. Both were delicious!! The Sirens Song was served in a cool Octopus mug. We wandered upstairs to check out Yakimon Izakaya, a Japanese bar tucked inside Dead Man's Isle. Walking in feels like you've stepped into a tiny back alley bar in Tokyo. Every inch of the walls and shelves are packed with Japanese collectibles, vintage signs, anime figures, kaijuu memorabilia, and nostalgic treasures...tons of Godzilla! You can spend an hour just taking it all in. The atmosphere is cozy, quirky, and incredibly authentic, and with a fantastic selection of whiskey, sake & cocktails. Whether you're an anime fan, a collector, or just appreciate unique bars with tons of personality, this place is an absolute gem. It's one of those spots I'll be telling people about long after our trip to Astoria. Highly recommend both!!

Dead Man's Isle is a vibe. Low-key tiki den energy, complete with a pufferfish lamp glowing over…read moreour seats. I went with the Cobra's Fang it was boozy, fruity, a little spicy just as described, and served in the most perfect tiki mug (that snake face was almost too cute to drink out of). Tasted great, but like any good tiki drink, it's sneaky strong, pace yourself. They've got a fun food menu too, but I was too full to try anything sooo next time. With a drink list this deep (multiple Mai Tai riffs, a Zombie, a Volcano Bowl for the table), I'll definitely be back to work my way through it. Service was solid and they had their hands full while we were there and still took great care of us.

Cool rooftop bar in hotel…read more Service was great. We went on a Saturday night and it was pretty busy. Went to serval bars that night and this was the most expensive.

Witness Tree is located on top of Hotel Indigo along the newish Vancouver (WA) waterfront west of…read moreI5. The area has developed quickly and having grown up nearby and moved away years ago, it's amazing to see what's happened along here. Prices - well, everyone has their hand out along here. We were in town somewhat last minute staying at Hotel Indigo. The hotel provides $10 drink coupons so we decided to drop in for an impromptu drink while planning our dinner strategy. It was already 7p so no view but live music and a nice buzzy ambiance. Wait staff were fast and friendly, and before we knew it two delicious cocktails were in front of us. At the same time, I overheard the waitress at the table beside us saying that food could be ordered from El Gaucho downstairs. So we asked for a menu and started perusing. If you don't know El Gaucho it's a classic steak restaurant with lots of cuts and sizes, a sprinkling of seafood, the usual salads, and tableside this and that. A notch above Ruth's Chris, Morton's or The Capital Grille but with Peter Luger Manhattan prices. Yes, that's right, Manhattan prices in Vancouver. WA. The Couv is all grown up. Or at least trying to be, Like Witness Tree, El Gaucho has a mandatory 20% gratuity regardless of party size. Theoretically this shouldn't be an issue if you know restaurant culture and tip appropriately but I think a mandatory fee rubs many wrong to assume service will always be at that level. And on top of very high prices. A $72 6oz filet is $86, so those 8 bites better be damn good. That said, we ordered oysters, a filet, seafood pasta, and wine. The wine list was decent but not as extensive for a premium steak restaurant. Wines had the typical markup which meant $20-35+ per glass. Both the pasta and steak were good but - and this may sound picky - at $72 for 6 ounces of steak (a bar of soap) I expect perfection which means medium rare throughout. The steak was medium in some parts. If I can achieve medium rare throughout at home it should be possible here. So here's the math (rounded) for those interested. Total bill: $295. $225 food and drinks, $45 service fee (mandatory 20%), and $24 tax (8.8%). Interestingly, the 20% service charge is taxed which means we actually paid $49 or 28.8%. Had I been given the choice of my own 20% tip it would be applied to food and drink and a slightly lower bill. Not a huge deal but these are the little details - call it "nickel and diming" patrons - that rub many wrong. One note - another server came to our table before our food arrived and placed a steak in front of me. Before he could place the other dish I told him it wasn't our order. He picked up the steak and delivered to another table. In most restaurants - and certainly in a premium setting - that dish should have been remade. Whether perception or simple hygiene you simply can't do that. All in all, the Witness Tree was a nice spot, with tasty cocktails and ambiance. Prices and service fee will be off putting for some, and not sure this would be my go-to as there are many rooftop / view options nearby.

The wait was surprisingly short despite going for lunch on a Saturday during Halloweentown…read more Unfortunately after we were seated the service went downhill. It took 30 min for our order to be ready. When we asked to check on it we were brushed off with a "oh we're super busy"; the waitress didn't even pause. Food is standard pub fare; nothing exciting. The chicken sandwich was two chicken tenders, not even a complete piece of chicken which felt low effort. We were maybe 3/4 through our meal when they asked if we were finished and if they can clear our table even though we were clearly still eating. Felt like they were rushing us despite the restaurant not being full. After we were done, the check came immediately but then no one came to collect the credit card. Altogether very poor service. Would not return.

Sooooooooo good! Nice atmosphere with the World Series on, very friendly and competent staff, and…read moreinsanely good food. They have typical pub cuisine, but much better and higher quality than most pubs you'll find! Onion rings and fries were both sensational and their burger and sandwiches are also top tier. Very fair pricing as well. When checking out the Spirit of Halloweentown, you MUST stop in here. You won't be disappointed.

We had Brussel sprouts, bruschetta and the fig pizza and everything was AMAZING. All the flavor…read morecombinations were spot on and everything cooked perfectly. The cocktails were well crafted and the service was great. Loved the low lighting inside also. We were really impressed, definitely will be coming back.

Tried J Squared for the first time and I was pleasantly surprised. Definitely worth a visit. The…read moreatmosphere is warm cozy casual. The staff were very attentive and friendly. Food came out fast, hot and fresh. Lots of options for drinks. There was a list of about 15 beers on tap, fun cocktails, nice wine list and a full bar. Space is limited, and you may have to share the long table with others, but it still feels comfortable. Looking forward to visiting again.

What a wonderful Gem!!! This was my first time here. This place has a wonderful history and was…read morerelocated from Lincoln City. Now located in Dayton, Oregon oh my!! Our service was wonderful, (Thanks Steve) our food was exquisitely Delicious... The finest of dinning I have ever been to, but I didn't feel out of place what so ever!! If you want a beautiful date night or even a wonderful couples evening I would suggest The Bay House!!

Put simply, one of two of the most thoroughly delectable and romantic dinners my wife and I have…read moreever had. The ambiance, beyond reproach. The cuisine, even better. And the service, you won't find anything more superb. This restaurant is a standalone gem in the heart of wine country in the Willamette Valley, and our experience was the kind that a married couple never forgets- truly one for the ages. The 4.4 star review this restaurant currently has is a grave injustice and can only be attributed to those who wouldn't know true fine dining if a world-class chef spoon fed them their meal.

It was another great visit to the Cloud Bar. The staff here is always so friendly! We got some hard…read moreciders, and watched the sun set over the river. We tried the burgers and they were delicious. We both had the gluten free buns, one was soft and fresh, the other was dense and crumbled away. The server fixed it for us (service here is always good for us, thank you!) and we really enjoyed the whole meal and experience! Great service, great food, great location!

Very comfortable place for lunch on a very hot afternoon. The breeze off the river was amazing!…read moreOur server was very helpful and we were pleased with the variety of options from the menu. I had fish and chips which normally comes with tots, but I requested fries and they were very happy to exchange them. Three good size pieces of cod came with this and plenty of thin perfectly fried french fries. The tartar sauce was delicious. It also came with a small side of coleslaw, which was rather tasteless. My companion had the chicken bahn mi sandwich and thought it was delicious, even though she did remove most of the generous amount of jalapeño slices. They have a decent kids meal menu. Plus, crayons and a coloring sheet, which helped to pass the way of our three-year-old companion.

Ok first things first... their steak was amazing! It was perfectly pink in the middle and juicy as…read morehell! I loved every single bite. The side salad was good and a perfect side dish to the steak. We came here during the Spirit of Halloweentown and thankfully all the attention from outsiders didn't scare off the staff. They were polite and super personable and relatable. It's a cute small shop, but the food and service put it over the top. I'm so glad we chose this place to eat at! Will definitely come back for that steak next time I'm in town.

Absolutely the best steak I've had in 20 years. I highly recommend this charming restaurant…read more They are also friendly and accommodating.