My daughter is visiting from Australia and I knew she would love Side Door, so we met a friend there for lunch. Thanks to small town connections, we were welcomed with a "G'day!" and our names written in chalk on the walkway. (Anyone can request a chalk message!) Our food was amazing (meals and dessert), as were the cocktails and wine. This is to be expected at Side Door and they do not disappoint. My vegetarian daughter had many options. The service was excellent as well. Thank you for a wonderful experience! read more

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Brooke does it again! Side Door Cafe gets better every year. The beautiful decor, perfect lighting, and inspired menu make every visit feel special. We ordered the rack of lamb, Parmesan halibut special with wild mushroom ravioli, and salmon with a twice-baked potato. Everything was delicious, and the drinks were wonderful. And that marionberry cobbler... the best! The amazing service made the evening one we will remember . read more

Another excellent meal and experience. Two of us had rack of lamb. Perfect. All four dishes we ordered were delish. Plus wonderful dessert. And we loved the new comfy booth seating in Eden Hall. Our favorite repeat table service person spot on -- (Sorry I forget your name) I hope and plan to have all of our family birthday celebrations at Side Door. read more

Another amazing meal at SDC!!! April was our server and made our evening special!!! Only thing we didn't care for was the specialty cocktail menu. All the selections appeared to be summer based and sweet. No spicy ones or bourbon based. That being said we settled for our favorite Old Fashioned. The Cesar salad was delicious and the Coconut Lime Seafood Ragu was out of this world!!! We both had it and will order it again next time we come!!! read more

Side Door Cafe - Pic speaks for itself!! - New American Near Me - Gleneden Beach, Oregon

So has to be one of my top dining experiences lately. Looked it up saw some great reviews and went for it. Wow now trying to figure out how to make it back soon!!! We had Mike he was very personable and made us feel welcome and relaxed. That's was a busy place but never felt rushed. .we started with seafood chowder had one piece of potato and the rest was all seafood big chunks of clams crab and fish. Good wine menu not overdone and some good local wines from willamette valley. Marion-berry mule was tasty. Great salad and dinner menu as well seafood strong but dam that rack of lamb looked amazing as it walked by. We had the coconut lime sea grass ragu so much seafood and special Pam crusted halibut with mushrooms ravioli. Oh my good were these large portions. Best value for the price I've seen in ages. I don't take pictures a lot but made an exception. Then you get to dessert had bread pudding and it was so tasty. Have to find my way back there. Please Just GO!!!! It's only an hour from the willamette valley wish they could open a sister restaurant there. read more

Side Door Cafe - Halibut special with mushrooms ravioli - New American Near Me - Gleneden Beach, Oregon

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Great little café with beautiful ambience and atmosphere and decor. Staff is very kind and helpful. The food is absolutely delicious. It's a little pricey, but it's a small town so it's expected but definitely worth it because the quality is superb. I got a halibut burger which was delicious on a brioche bun and then I got a little bit of the seasonal seafood chowder, which was a great little appetizer beforehand. Their coffee is great. The steak was really juicy and tender and on point as well. Definitely check out this place if you're in the area, it's worth it. read more

Yummm! We came for girls dinner. I got the salmon special which came with a twice baked potato, veggies and salmon. There wasn't a lot of veggies it was four pieces of asparagus. The twice baked was pretty flat. Salmon was delicious. So rate 3/5. The cookie ice cream sandwich was HUGE! We split it between the four of us. Service was impeccable hence the five star review. The setup inside was so cute and loved the set up! read more

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A hidden Gem! The staff is fabulous and friendly and family owned! The food smells amazing before you even walk in and it doesn't disappoint! They were busy so we sat at the small take out bar, Kristen took our order and we had a glass of wine while we waited for our to go order. My mom doesn't drink so the bar tender came out to help momom find a fun mocktail. Customer service A+! But the food....was spectacular even getting it to go! I had the coconut lime seafood ragu....crab, scallops, halibut..... Devine! The other two dishes were the wild mushroom ravioli and the Dungeness crab melt..we all highly recommend! Delish! read more

Another trip to the beach and dinner at Side Door. Mocktails are getting so good!!! The Lamb I cannot get away from! Fried Oysters were something new to us and very good! Our server made things feel rushed and from ordering to clearning plates. Not sure why, there were plenty of reservations online still and the place wasn't overly busy and there was no wait to be seated. When paying $190.00 I like to feel welcomed and relaxed. Just my opinion. Hope Alica gets the opportunity to read and maybe see thing from her customers point of view. read more

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On our honeymoon, my husband and I looked for a unique spot to celebrate. After looking online, we were quickly drawn to Side Door Cafe. From the moment we walked inside, we were struck by the lovely atmosphere. The staff were all pleasant, and our waitress was so attentive and kind. Both the seafood alfredo and salmon were excellent! The chocolate peanut butter cream pie was a scrumptious dessert to end the evening. read more

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When are absolute favorite places to eat. You can never go wrong whether you do dinner or you do their sad hour for half price burgers.IT's a must see when you visit the Oregon coast We love Brooke and her crew and the food is fabulous read more

Always 5 Star! the freshest seafood ... best waitstaff. We are always celebrating something there! read more

Side Door Cafe - Bouillabaisse. Delicious - New American Near Me - Gleneden Beach, Oregon

I visited this restaurant for the first time yesterday. It was an amazing experience. A great waiter. Very polished and professional. We ordered drinks and an appetizer to start. He suggested we have a sampling taste of the soups of the day before ordering. We settled on two different cups of soup. Then ordered our entrees. One was a basic hamburger plain with just bacon. The person who ordered it said it was the best tasting burger he ever had. I ordered the bouillabaisse that had shrimp. Scallops, crab, and a wonderful piece of Halibut. The sauce was extremely tasty. Another entree sautéed oysters. Everything was outstanding. We don't stop and ordered desserts that our waiter suggested. It was just a fantastic experience. read more

Call me a creature of habit, but I'll never come to Gleneden without stopping by Side Door. Every single item we've ordered has been amazing--consistently delicious and beautifully plated. You can tell they put real care into every dish. The service is just as impressive--attentive, welcoming, and always on point. It's become a must-visit every time we're in town. read more

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Each of our visits to Lincoln City have to include at least one visit to the Side Door Cafe. The menu is varied and the service is always warm and friendly. Selections range from sandwiches using locally-sourced tuna to quesadillas and Caesar salads with locally sourced smoked salmon. It is always hard to have to choose just one selection from the menu during our visits. Reservations are recommended, especially if you wish to dine during peak hours. But the effort will be worth it. read more

Very cute place with great service and delicious food. I had the salmon salad and it was fresh and cooked perfectly. My husband had the halibut sandwich with a generous portion of perfectly cooked halibut. read more

Side Door Cafe had been a long-time favorite of mine for many years of annual visits to this part of the Oregon Coast, but I had not visited for several recent years due to a serious family illness. Upon returning this year, I looked forward to another great meal there. I was surprised to find that Side Bar Cafe has changed quite a bit from what I remembered. In the past the restaurant used only the southern part of the building it's in, with maybe 16 tables, which created a warm and quiet atmosphere suitable for a date night. I was surprised to find that they have expanded to include many more tables and a second bar in the adjoining space, which was formerly rarely used, seemingly only for random entertainment events. This created a busier and noisier environment, which I didn't enjoy as much. The list of food and beverages on the menu is much greater than in that distant past. From what I could tell from one visit the food is just as good as it was, but the place felt more crowded and the service was more rushed due to the volume of guests, and the noise level was definitely higher. I will go again on my next visit to the area, but my fond expectations will have changed. read more

We found the Side Door Cafe accidently, we have returned purposefully several times. Everything I have eaten there is wonderful. Don't miss it. read more

Loved starting July 4 here and am updating my review to a strong 5. And can't wait to return. The lunch menu has many options at a lower price point. With encouragement from Mike our waiter, I upgraded the shrimp quesadilla to prawns. The large stuffed quesadilla arrived with chunks of prawns, fresh pico de gallo and avocado and crunchy grilled tortilla holding it all together yum. And it started with Left Coast Coffee OG. My fave!! read more

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We've been here at least 10 times over the past two years, and it never disappoints! Tonight, we shared the demi baguette with balsamic/olive oil, the AMAZING seafood chowder (OMG!), and the capellini with grilled chicken. Service was top-notch, per usual, the atmosphere is absolutely darling, and the food just can't be beat! 100% get the seafood chowder (if lucky enough to be there on a day it's served--can't believe I've gone this long without it in my foodie life!). read more

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We dined at Side Door 2x during our stay in the area and each meal was great. The service was kind and polite. But the star of the show was the marionberry crumble.... wow!!! Don't miss out on that. A very good spot! read more

We ate here on a Tuesday in December. We had reservations, but they weren't needed--the space is large and it wasn't busy. The decor and ambience are very nice. The menu wasn't enormous but there were several good options. Our food was tasty. My husband ordered crab cakes, and they were fluffier than we were used to and tasted more of vegetables than crab. My quesadilla was larger than I expected. There were lots of nice dessert choices as well. The service was fine, although we were left waiting longer than we liked at times. This might have been due to the very large party seated nearby. read more

Their food is always cooked to perfection. The wait staff is always friendly and helpful. When I have friends or family visit it is a first preference for a pleasant dining experience. read more

First I concede the food is top drawer hence the 4 stars. This is located off Hwy 101 in the middle of nowhere; isolated humble surroundings. If you are late they charge $45 a head to your credit card. This is not the late Chez Paul of Chicago. It's a rustic strange decor backwoods structure. The management boldly adds a 25% gratuity without mention. That's $25 for every $100; and the prices are high. read more

Been there a few times and the food quality was good. I did order a steak it came with a lot of gristle and was overdone. Service quality was marginal. read more

This restaurant is hands down the best restaurant in town, including Newport and Lincoln City. My wife and I have been going there for a number of years and have never been disappointed. They are open for lunch and dinner. Friendly staff. read more

This is now my favorite restaurant on the Oregon coast. Best seafood dishes, great drinks, and nice menu with a variety of dishes. I had the salmon with bacon sweet potato hash, with carmalized onion jam on top. Omg it was amazing. Hubs had the crusted halibut with risotto, also fabulous. If you're ever debating where to eat on the coast, go here!!! read more

Side Door Cafe - Parmesan Encrusted Fresh Halibut - New American Near Me - Gleneden Beach, Oregon

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At the cost point, I would not say this place is worthwhile. Also, maybe the waitress was having a bad day? The salad was fine and obviously isn't the fanciest menu item. I was just so turned away by the interactions I had. She was rude to my parents. It just felt like we were not welcome. That's completely a subjective experience though. Aside from that.... It was a dimly lit, well intentioned place to go to get some good food. Fantastic for a date night. It has character. I would not say that I'll be back soon. That's about it. I got a shrimp salad and they made it look amazing. It was more than enough food... Others in my party were satisfied with their food choices. read more

Side Door Cafe - Shrimp Louie - New American Near Me - Gleneden Beach, Oregon

UNREAL!! We saw the great reviews & had to try. Tonight's dinner was one of the best I've had - and I consider myself a foodie!! Gabby was our server & suggested the most incredible halibut dish and was beyond friendly!! You HAVE TO TRY THIS PLACE!! If I could give 7 stars, I would! read more

Fabulous food!!!! Fabulous service!!! Amazing seafood chowder and the freshest ingredients We will definitely be back!

I surprised my wife with a trip to the coast for Valentines Day. I made a reservation in November for Side Door and another Portland restaurant - I canceled the Portland reservation. This is our second time at Side Door - it was as we remembered - wonderfully delicious. The food is superb - they know how to cook a steak - med-rare - somehow is a challenge for most "steak houses". Not SD - they nailed it. Wife ordered the wild mushroom ravioli and was not disappointed - it's her favorite dish wherever we go, but SD does it the best. Portions were on point - enough for a little leftover snack and not too much that you can't clean your plate. Wife ordered wine and I had a marionberry mule - well, 2, and I don't drink cocktails - I'm a beer guy. It was well mixed and I love the copper cups they come in. Amazing flavor and not overdone in any one ingredient - loved it so much, I'm buying my own mix equipment and a set of copper cups! Atmosphere is legit - quiet, welcoming, warm, makes you want to come back just to sit at the bar for a drink. Our server was very attentive - he could "read the room" and didn't pester or anything - paid attention that's for sure. We will be back. I encourage anyone lookin for a fine dining experience to check out Side Door Cafe - well worth the money and time to get there from outta town. Well done Side Door, well done.. read more

I've been going to, the Side door for years i had an experience of 2 good size hairs in my, seafood linguine.my suggestion is to wear hair nets,that's a good start read more

We had an amazing meal here and shared everything from start to finish. I ordered the halibut, which was a nice portion perfectly cooked and served over creamy risotto with tender rapini (Italian-style broccoli) that added just the right touch of earthy bitterness -- truly delicious. My husband had the seafood fettuccine, which was loaded with clams, scallops, and large, juicy shrimp, all tossed in a fragrant white wine garlic sauce that was rich and satisfying. Absolutely divine while dreaming of having it again right now. For starters, we each had a soup. One was a cheesy, creamy chorizo masterpiece -- absolute comfort in a bowl. Mine was a crab chowder overflowing with sweet, tender crab, far beyond what I expected in the best way. One soup came with a rustic slice of bread and butter, hearty and perfect, and we also ordered a half baguette, which arrived warm, fresh, and ready for dipping into olive oil and vinegar. The Bloody Mary's were beautifully presented and balanced -- bold, zesty, and just the right kick to start the meal. For dessert, we shared their key lime pie, which was incredible. It had an extra-thick, homemade graham cracker crust and was piled high with fresh whipped cream. The presentation was stunning. And all the desserts are House made. Yum!! Every entrée was plated beautifully, and the restaurant itself is tastefully decorated, with comfortable booth seating and a welcoming, helpful staff. We also appreciated the big bottle of ice water they set on the table so we didn't have to wait for refills -- a thoughtful touch. We're already looking forward to going back. Highly recommend this gem to anyone who loves fresh, flavorful, carefully prepared food in a warm and inviting atmosphere! I forgot to take a pic of the delicious soup and bread. read more

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This place is a sort of hidden gem right off the 101. It's a semi formal restaurant with a bar and they specialize in American classics. The pasta is on par with what I have in Italy, it is that good. Fresh made delicate and cooked "al dente". Very generous portions of seafood as well. Service attentive and polite, they treated my mom very well and that is a high plus! I'm thankful this place is on our list, I will go back, my mom will go back, and I would be having this on a list to take guests for sure when in town!! Side Door is sure to impress!!! read more

Side Door Cafe - This place is great!!! - New American Near Me - Gleneden Beach, Oregon

We've been eating at Side Door for over ten years now. The food is always consistently good, service is friendly, and ambience welcoming. The prices are a bit high but that is not unusual for this type of experience on the coast. Top marks for the pan friend oysters, prawn and avocado salad, their cocktails and dessert. read more

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Great food at a reasonable price. Friendly staff and fast service. You will not be disappointed

Excellent food service and relaxing atmosphere! We go 2-3x a month. If I spend money on eating out it better be good. Love this place!

Absolutely love Sidedoor! The food is always excellent and the drinks are fantastic. But honestly, we keep coming back because of our server, Annie. She is truly the best. She's incredibly attentive, quick, and always so genuinely happy and welcoming. We've recommended this place multiple times because the overall experience is great, but Annie is the reason we happily drive an extra 30 minutes for dinner and spend our money here. She makes every visit feel worth it. If you go, definitely ask for Annie! read more

Stopped in on our way to Depoe. Wasn't sure what to expect but we were extremely happy with our meal. This place is huge and divided into two rooms. The front room is bright with lots of fun touches to look at. We didn't want anything super heavy so we both choice sandwiches. I got the tuna melt and my husband got the turkey Reuben. For sides there were a few different choices. We both chose a side salad. Sorry, forgot to take pics but let me just say everything was beautifully presented, delicious and huge. And marble rye - Yum! The side salad was not your typical boring lettuce and tomato salad. Carrots, cucumber, two types of tomato, crispy lettuce, and pickles on the side. Seriously, so good and filling that we both took half our sandwiches to go. Shout out to our friendly server, Mike for not only taking good care of us but for also giving us a sightseeing tip in Depoe. We followed his directions, and were able to find another beautiful path along the coast. Perfect way to burn off a few calories. Side Door Cafe has a large menu. Definitely worth checking out! read more

Side Door Cafe - Side Door Cafe - New American Near Me - Gleneden Beach, Oregon

I am a big fan of Side Door, have been there many times. However, I was there a few nights ago for dinner with some friends and had an awkward experience. One of my friends and I ordered a fish dish, and we both wanted mashed potatoes with it instead of what came with the dish. The waiter said there would be an up charge for the potatoes. We both agreed that we still wanted the potatoes. We then ordered a half loaf of baguette for the table. It came with two servings of butter, so we asked for more butter. When we got our check, the restaurant charged us $8 each for the mashed potatoes, and charged us for the extra butter. For a restaurant of this quality, I was shocked. Anyone have thoughts on this? read more