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.

Cute little tiki bar in the center of Astoria with all the usual tiki drinks (Zombie, Mai Tai, Rum…read moreBarrel, etc). You can also order snack type food (fried tofu, pot stickers, sweet potato fries). We sat at the bar to enjoy the ambiance and watch the drinks being made. We ordered the Mac Nut ChiChi, Rum Barrel, and a 1944 Mai Tai. They were good and served in cute tiki mugs. Everyone working was friendly and over all it was just a good atmosphere with tiki decorations and a lightning storm that goes off every so often. They even have a tiny Japanese Whisky bar (upstairs) is that's more your thing

Such a great whiskey bar! First off our bartender/mixologist is great!!!! Lots of great…read moreinformative. It got crazy busy. She is literally the only one here. She was shaking a cocktail in here hand as she talked to people entering at the door. She is is awesome!!!! My cocktails were awesome the Black & Gold and the Buttered Up. My wife's old fashion was great! Do yourself a favor and stop in for a libation.

This place was super cool and a fun experience. I can't say that I would come here every time I am…read morein Astoria but to say we went was fun. We ordered two drinks, one each and our total with tip was something around $40. Seems a little spendy but the drinks were amazing and very beautiful! The decor was interesting as it seemed like old lodge meets a Portland Whiskey Bar. I will say the bar tables we sat in were incredibly uncomfortable but all the couch seats were taken. Service was interesting.. It was a Saturday night, there were a handful of people but only one bartender. This was fine but in our 45 minutes there we went out side multiple times. When we walked in he was smoking out side, then we went out and spoke to some people in their car on the street and then went back out again. It didn't affect our service but it did seem a tad odd that he kept leaving the building.

Inferno Lounge is such a fun and memorable place! The modern inferno theme, darker décor, and…read morelively vibe create an atmosphere that feels both stylish and unique. Add in the incredible views of the Columbia River, and it's easily one of the coolest places in Astoria to relax and enjoy a drink. The cocktails are creative, beautifully crafted, and absolutely delicious. Their clam chowder is fantastic too. Thick, hearty, and loaded with meat, with a great consistency and a rich, classic chowder flavor. There was also a subtle hint of fennel that gave it something a little different without overpowering the traditional taste. After doing a chowder crawl and trying 10 different restaurants around Astoria, I would confidently put Inferno Lounge in second place, just behind Portway Tavern. Between the amazing river views, fun atmosphere, inventive drinks, and outstanding chowder, Inferno Lounge is definitely a place worth visiting!

Great view. Decent bar food…read more Fruit flies. Loud patrons. Don't expect too much and you will be thrilled.

We stopped by here for a few drinks and some bread while we were walking the boardwalk in Astoria…read more The drinks were well prepared, but took a very long time to be made. We got our bread and basically finished it before we got our drinks. The bartender was new and she was looking at physical recipes to make each of our drinks. Im glad we weren't in a hurry. The view is outstanding and you can sit outside in the nice weather which we had that day because the inside is very small. We even saw a sea lion swimming off the pier as we enjoyed our drinks. A little pricey for what you get but overall still good but not somewhere I would return to with all the other options in the area.

Came across this place while walking around. Wanted something not too heavy, so we ordered the the…read moreSailors Fika and the salmon chowder. Both were so good. Haven't been to place before that had the tinned fish. I love it! Need to find more places that have them! Oh, and we ended up getting not one, but two desserts! Sat outside to get some fresh air and just enjoy the view! Definitely try this place out!

What an unforgettable trip! We had a wonderful stay at the Bowline Hotel. It ended up being the…read moreperfect family vacation, and we loved that we could bring our dog along for a small additional fee. It's surprisingly hard to find hotels that are this pet-friendly, so that was a huge plus! The building itself is beautiful, but the real highlight is booking a room facing the river. Waking up to views of the Astoria Bridge from your private patio with a cup of coffee was luxurious! We could even hear the sea lions in the distance, which made the whole experience feel peaceful and so unique. The outdoor saunas were an amazing touch and the heated floors throughout the room, made our stay extra cozy, especially if you're visiting during Oregon's colder months! They've got you covered. Within walking distance to so many restaurants and downtown Astoria, if you're planning a trip here, I can't recommend the Bowline Hotel enough. It's relaxing, romantic, pet-friendly, and the perfect place to unwind.

what an amazing stay! true boutique hotel, friendly staff, clean & modern rooms, great amenities!…read more the sea lions were so fun to watch, we didn't have an issue with the noise but loved the sound machine & ear plugs they provided. timely room service & loved being able to text the front desk for anything we needed. the saunas were a great touch to watch the sunset. our food & drinks we had here were excellent & reasonably priced. would definitely stay here again!

AMAZING !!!!! The vibes here are so welcoming and fun, all lit up and colorful and shiny. There are…read moreso many good music videos on the TVs, and so many nice clips of late night hosted events full of happy guests. The folks that both work here and eat and drink here are so inviting and kind, and you can tell there's a huge sense of community here. The food... genuinely some of the best pizza i've ever had! My friend and I shared the Pesto Pizza, as well as the chicken and waffles and they were both amazing. We only stopped by on a road trip, but Xanadu might have my heart, and I already can't wait to be able to come back again ! :)

I had a blast the people there were really great and I had the opportunity to sing a song a…read morecappella and blew their minds. I sang here, comes the rain again by Eurythmics and I sound so much like Annie Lennox that they were stunned.

We came here for dinner when meeting family. We were not dressed as fancy as others in the…read morerestaurant but this place was delicious! We had the bread basket appetizer with oil and balsamic vinegar, delicious! We ordered the burger, fettuccine, rib eye and salmon, everything was wonderful! The service was great and the drinks even better. I will definitely stop again if we are ever back in the area. One down-side, the piano player was excellent but the music was too loud for comfortable conversation. I'm also hard of hearing, so maybe it's not too much for others.

This is my go to restaurant when in Astoria and it never disappoints. The views of the bridge, the…read morewonderfully high ceilings and decor, and of course, the food make this, in my humble opinion, the best address in town. Tonight I had the fried oysters, a Caesars salad, and the ribeye steak. This was all perfect (I described the same appetizers very enthusiastically in my first review) and I'd like to highlight the fantastic ribeye steak, which I ordered medium rare. This was so delightful and expertly executed, it easily exceeded some steaks I've had in designated (and more expensive and pretentious) steakhouses. The service was excellent as usual; so were the Manhattan and pilsner on tap. When in doubt, pay the Bridgewater a visit and thank me later.

Came for Dead Man's Isle, stayed for Yakima Izakaya. This place was AMAZING! Located on the second…read morelevel of Dead Man's Isle, they share a food menu but have a completely different drink menu focused on Japanese spirits like sake, whiskey, and gin. My partner and I had the best time sipping and chatting with Quinn, the bartender. He was knowledgeable, conversational, and made a great drink! The space is small, with four seats at the bar, two floating seats, and two standing only spots. It's an intimate space with lots of Japanese figurines and memorabilia. Behind the bar sits a small TV where the bartender plays physical media (can you believe it!?) -- DVDs and Blue Rays of Japanese films. This is probably our favorite thing we've done in Astoria! Can't recommended enough! A total hidden gem.

What a cozy little bar tucked away upstairs at Dead Man's Isle! Yakimon transports you to a bar in…read morean alley in Tokyo, serving unique delicious cocktails and a special menu. If you're lucky, Cherry will be your bartender and she can tell you the inspiration for the bar. I ordered the loco moco with Japanese curry, a delicious twist on a Hawaiian classic. Looking forward to my next visit!

My absolute favorite place to take out of towners when they visit Astoria!!!…read more To describe the place; the easiest way I can, is to say "imagine if the movie set of the 1980's version of "Tron" was an actual place to hang out." Not quite historically accurate, but hopefully you get my point. Extremely ambient and super-dope lighting. Vintage arcade games. Draft beer and ciders. You have to walk down to the side steps of an old warehouse building to even access this place (immediately makes you feel cool). A really great dip-in back by the legendary Polybius arcade game, blanketed in teal overhead lights and shadows from the surrounding machines, that make for a quick and excellent makeout spot. Someone told me that, anyways. Not me. I would never. Ask for the code to access the bathrooms and you will be delighted, if you're a true nerd.

So my first impression was this place is really cool inside. You could have some stairs and it's…read moreunderneath a building. They have drinks and beer, which we ordered a couple of. They have a ton of video games, especially pinball machines, which I love. I was excited to play them, but when I asked the bartender about it, she just explained how to scan a QR code and build an account in order to play them. it's really easy she said. Well, I scanned the code. built an account, created a password..etc. It was time-consuming. After I was done with all of that, I couldn't get the app to work on any of the games and I'm pretty good with technology. I couldn't find the bartender anywhere to ask her for assistance. So we had a beer, but I never got to play any games which I wanted to. Update. The owner response was very quick and I appreciate that in all businesses. They obviously take their business seriously so I added a star for that. I appreciate it. Thank you.

Fabulous advice for selecting gift bottles! The owner helped me find a top-notch Cabernet…read moreSauvignon, and an amazingly flavorful Pinot Blanc. So kind, so helpful, and zero pretension. Come here for a fun, friendly, delicious experience!

I'm not sure if the welcoming community puzzle table that anyone can join and is never empty or the…read moreamazing seats you can enjoy on your own watching the boats or playing a game of Yahtzee with the kids. It might just be the owners which I can only speak to one currently but I already know based on Brian that the other half is going to be equally as enjoyable. If you're in Astoria and want a cocktail wine or cider break stop by here. What a wonderful experience.