oh ... as a wine or vodka lover in a beer drinking state... it is hard to find places you are…read moretotally comfortable but Waltz is perfect. The place is warm and the staff is outgoing and fun. A ton of beer to choose from (20 or so), cider options as well as a red and white wine. I stick with the white wine and taste the occasional beer or cider if someone recommends it. Giant Jenga ....interesting record selection for sale... some days have live music (a bit too loud if you are looking for an intimate evening) and others are just chill conversation nights. You can bring your own food, which is helpful since a bottle of wine begs for some snacks to go with it ^_^ All in all, if I am in Forest Grove, I am likely at Waltz.

Good brews by Waltz, a variety of guest taps and comfy, diverse seating make Waltz a great local…read moreoption in Forest Grove! The rocking chairs by the stove are great. They also have live music during the week and bring food carts in. This is a great spot to unwind and is conveniently located very close to the 57 bus stop to get back to Hillsboro/Beaverton. My pint was only $6 on a Saturday afternoon. I'll be back when in Forest Grove!

Hidden Gem Highly recommend 5/5…read more Very Clean and warming space great variety in brews. Amazing presentation, super kind staff!

Best enchiladas ever!!!!! The sauce is amazing. I'm a really good cook but can't replicate the…read moresauce.

Small pub and grill across from the Pacific University Campus with excellent menu, food and…read moreservice!! Their Rueben on marbled rye is scrumptious!!

This is the best little hidden pub and restaurant in Forest Grove…read more It is a must stop if your in Forest Grove for a food menu that can not be beat by any other restaurant in the Forest Grove area. Food 5/5. Service 5/5 ambiance: small a d pleasurable place 5/5 Again a must place to go!

I love sake and I was so happy to find this place on Yelp so I can experience my favorite tasting…read moremenu. I didn't take pictures so I need to go back soon, I highly recommend trying everything and I can't wait to come back! Stellar

It's not every day you get to sample premium sake. To be truthful, I never really knew much about…read moresake, other than the good stuff is best served cold. My usual M.O. with sake is a small, hot carafe when I have sushi. But my experience here has made me rethink this incredible beverage. I opted for the Daiginjo flight, which I highly recommend. Daiginjo is the best form of sake, with the process polishing down the rice grain to 50% or less of its original volume. The ones I had ranged from 40% to 50%. I'm not sure exactly what this does, but I can sure tell you, it makes a massive difference in the smoothness and taste. The first 3 sakes in the sampler are from Japan; the last is their exclusive sake made right in Forest Grove. Here's my take on the sakes I had: The Murai Family was aromatic and slightly floral. The Hakutsuru: smooth, slight fruitiness, subtle, with an interesting aftertaste on the back sides of my tongue. The Yoshi No Gawa was smoother with a slight tang at the back of my tongue. And last but not least, the in-house Nagata had a nice balance of bold, silky, and fruity/floral. I even admired its "legs" as I did a swirl to see viscosity. After the flight, I decided on a cocktail, the Blackberry Lime Martini. Tart, sweet, deliciousness. When I left, I bought a bottle of Sho-Une, which didn't break the bank, but is supposed to be great for the price point. I'm saving it for a special occasion. I'm looking forward to visiting this fine establishment again.

Beachcrest got me with the classic "I'll just try it once" move... and now I've already gone back…read moreagain. I ordered the vegan pizza and salad, and both were seriously good -- fresh, flavorful, and actually satisfying. As a vegan, sometimes ordering out feels like negotiating with a menu, but Beachcrest delivered real options that didn't feel like an afterthought. The service was also super fast and genuinely friendly. Everyone was welcoming, the food came out quickly, and the whole place had an easygoing, good-energy vibe. The restaurant itself was really clean too, which always makes a difference. Honestly, if a place can make me excited about both salad and pizza while also getting me fed quickly and kindly, I'm probably becoming a regular.

An absolute local gem! Today, enjoyed the simple arugula…read moresalad, sausage/mushroom pizza & Fresh Hop Marzen IPL-delicious! The very hands-on owners and friendly team keep us coming back! Fun seasonal decor is a nice touch! Way to go, Beachcrest!

I didn't even know they have one here!…read more Positives: 1. It's McMenamins! It's stained glass, wrought iron, old school house, it's always impressive! 2. Our service was prompt, informative, friendly and exactly how I want my sandwich cut and presented. 3. I'd rather eat here, than to go food cart, or some other fast food joints. 4. Hammerhead is celebrating 40? Congrats! 5. I did like my Cranberry Chicken Salad, though, including my fries. 6. Hubby finished his hamburger and salad, and he said they were delicious! We still look forward to staying at one of their hotels, maybe we'll do that during our 2026 Road Trip - Bend? OK, here comes the negatives: 1. We followed the GPS, and we entered the parking lot, and parked. But, we didn't see but two other cars, one all banged up. We weren't sure where the front door (or door was). We continue driving, inside their lot, and parked again. But, we didn't want to enter from the hotel, or maybe we have to enter through there, to get to the diner. At this point, we both needed to use the restroom! We kept trying on every door, maybe it's this no it's that one, wait, it's locked. Oh, no! That's another room. Finally, we found someone to help us. Honestly, I almost didn't made it! 2. We waited a long time for our ticket. I know they're short staffed. As we were almost done, they were getting more crowded. 3. Mustard & Ketchup: Shake before bringing them to our table, so they looked like they're brand new bottles. See photo below, dried up, leftover ketchup on the bottom side of the bottle. At least, wipe it clean, so we don't gross out! 4. French Fries thinly sliced, nice & crispy, but for pete's sakes, remove the two burned fries off my plate. 5. My Chicken Salad looks pretty empty along the sides. It's plump in the middle. The wheat bread looks dry! 6. We were both craving for something cold, something maybe to bring back to our car (ice cream, sundae, something like that). As we were walking back to the (side of the building) to the door back out, we spotted an ice cream freezer, and our eyes lite up. But, $8 for ice cream sandwich? Forgetaboutit! We don't really need one that bad.

This was my first time visiting but have heard great things about this McMenamins location with its…read moregarden grounds, spa services, and family-friendly movie screenings. The parking lot wasn't too big from where we entered from what I assumed the back of the property, maybe they have more parking on the other side. We walked by the outdoor dining area but they were not open until later on Tuesdays so we opted to dine at the Ironwork Grill with 2 toddlers. They seemed like they were short-staffed but service was still decently friendly, even though understandably a little slower. I wanted the Fig and prosciutto flatbread but they didn't have it which was disappointing. We ordered kids meal and the burger with tots costed $8.25 and did not come with a drink. I did not think it was worth that (see picture). I got the Crab and Shrimp roll originally with Cajun tots, but what came out was the soup of the day (minestrone) which I didn't mind since it's probably better for me anyway, same $1 up-charge cost. There was a good amount of crab and shrimp inside but the bread roll was dry so the soup helped. I will say that their Lunch Box Special is worth it at around $11 for a half sandwich, soup, and salad. Next time I'll get that. Generally I do think McMenamins food is a little on the pricey side and the quality can vary depending on the day or which McMenamins property you are visiting. But I would come back to this location for happy hour, movies, or other events for sure!

We stopped here after camping out at Jordan Creek. It seemed like a cute patio spot on our way out…read moreso we made it our mission to stop on the way back. In addition to our beers, we ordered the loaded potato skins, pretzel bites, and the calzone. We weren't overwhelmed by the food, but the owner - who served us - was super friendly. He even brought out a water dish for our pup while we sat on the patio. I really enjoyed the summer Shandy and he told us that they mixed it by hand after a trip they had taken to Spain.

Drove by this place on the way to Tillamook and stopped on the way back to Portland. Definitely…read moreglad we stopped. Amazing beer and great staff. Gave great recommendations for us out of towners.

The waiters were FANTASTIC and so was the food! The view…read morefrom the outdoor seating was very nice and the whole restaurant was very clean and nice

There was a really nice worker who went above and beyond by taking orders after the deadline (but…read moretry to order before the deadline at 10:30), answering questions with ease, being patient, and giving extra sauces in the bag. Although I wasn't there for long, as it was a pick-up order, the place looked interesting with a peaceful vibe that makes you want to stay for a drink, which they serve at their bar. They also have canned drinks which have a unique & awesome style. There was a bit too much bacon on their B.L.T, but the tater tots were good.

5 stars hands down. When you come here you're going to have quality from start to finish. Family…read morefriendly to kids of all ages and you can visit rain or shine, they are prepared for any weather and you will be very comfortable. This place is truly a gem! Ambience- A Cleanliness- A Hospitality- A+ Food Quality- A Presentation of Food- A As of this writing the food options are minimal but what they offer is high quality. They have pool tables, foosball, soccer balls, corn hole, frisbees, etc. Don't forget to try the root beer!

WARNING about ROOT and RYE. The owner's boyfriend, who is part of the team running the place,…read moreconfronted me and my 67-year-old mother in a way that was hostile, physically intrusive, and genuinely unsafe. We left shaken and have not been back. How does a man who has never spoken to you, never met your dog, and knows nothing about your life already hate you -- and need you to know it? That is the question I am still trying to answer about this person. I had felt his eyes on me from across the room before either encounter, like he was waiting to be released. When he finally was, he came over not to talk but to deliver two messages at once: how impressive he was, and how little he thought of me. It happened on two consecutive days. The first day was brief. I complimented his dog and wondered aloud if my newly adopted rescue might share some of that breed. He answered with contempt: "Absolutely not. Your dog is nothing but a pure pit bull." He had never met or been near my dog. I let it go. The next day, his roughly 100-pound dog was growling, snarling, and baring its teeth at me and my mother from a few feet away. We had not interacted with the dog or said a word about it. Then he stood up, walked over, blocked our path to the door, stopped a foot from my face, and held a pointed finger about three inches from my eye. He kept it there while he told me my dog was violent, every dog in the brewery was terrified of him, I had never trained him, I did not understand responsibility, and he was no longer welcome. He delivered all of this in the same breath as a running commentary on how exceptional his own dog was. I'm no psychologist, but the shape of it was hard to miss. He was condemning my dog for behavior his own dog was actually doing. He was condemning me for reasons I still cannot name. And he needed me, in the same breath, to know how superior his dog was to mine. Hatred without cause, accusation by projection, and a need to elevate himself over a stranger. It was schoolyard bullying with adult body language and an owner's authority behind it. None of it was true. My dog is a three-day-old rescue still learning that the world is safe. He is not aggressive. He has never in his life attacked another dog. He comes from trauma and is finally somewhere he is loved. At Root and Rye there was no incident -- no bad behavior, nothing close to violent. Dogs frolicked. They respected each other's space. They were warm to him. All afternoon the manager on duty came by our table to pet him, ask about him, and show real interest. Families came over to say hello. Four children crouched down to let him kiss their faces. No dog had a problem with him. No person had a problem with him. The owner's boyfriend was the only one in the room with a problem -- and the problem was not us. His natural tendency appears to be to find a target and terrorize them with insults and abuse. We were simply the ones in front of him that day. My mother later told me that was the moment she felt unsafe. I did not know what he was going to do next. We left and did not come back. The question that stayed with us after we left was not whether he was rude or unprofessional. It was whether he was dangerous, and if so, in what way. I still do not know the answer. This is otherwise a nice place. That is why this matters. Someone connected to ownership is using that position to walk up to people he does not know and unload contempt he could not possibly have earned. The owner's boyfriend gives Root and Rye an unhealthy, dark, creepy vibe that is completely unnecessary to a brewery this otherwise lovely. To the owner, if you are reading this -- you can do better, sister. Until this is addressed, I cannot recommend going, particularly with a dog, and particularly with anyone you would not want cornered by an angry stranger with a finger in their face.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Came here after walking eight miles along the Banks-Vernonia trail. Hardly anyone in here, although…read morea large family did show up maybe 15 minutes after I got settled. The owner was super friendly and welcoming. He seems to care about doing things right, and I really appreciate that. I got the IPA and went out by the fire. It was smoky but soooo warm and nice. There was a bit of rain but the fire and seating area were covered, so the rain was just some nice ambiance. I sat out there for some time just enjoying my beer and the setting. I don't come through Banks very often, but I would stop by here again! I highly recommend it! Cheers!

Business closed and being sold. Went to enjoy this place yesterday and there was a note stating…read morebusiness was closed and being sold due to owner illness