stopped by Eastwind Drive-In and it was SO good! I got the orange ice cream cone, and it tasted…read morejust like an orange creamsicle--creamy, refreshing, and seriously amazing. I also tried their cheeseburger and it did not disappoint! The burger had the perfect crispy edges, the cheese was melty and delicious, and something about that perfectly toasted bun just brought everything together. Simple, classic, and done SO well. Definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area! I'll absolutely be back!

We rolled into Cascade Locks on a Sunday in July, the kind of Gorge afternoon where everyone within…read morefifty miles has the same idea: get out, get sun, get a burger. Eastwind Drive-In sits right on Wa Na Pa Street, red and white building, that iconic soft serve and hamburger sign swinging out front like it's been doing this since before any of us were born. And it has. The line was out the door and down the sidewalk by 3pm, easy thirty minute wait, and nobody seemed to mind. That tells you something before you even taste the food. We ordered the double bacon cheeseburger, and it did not disappoint. Real griddled beef, two patties, melted cheddar doing exactly what melted cheddar should do, crisp lettuce, all of it stacked on a sesame bun that held together through the whole ordeal, which matters more than people think when you're eating standing up in a parking lot with a dog giving you the full guilt trip. Speaking of: we took our food down to the park by the lake, picnic tables under the trees, and Willow, our English lab, decided that burger was the single most important object in the entire state of Oregon. Nose right up against it, patient as a saint, working every angle. She didn't get any. She deserved some. That's the tension of loving a good dog and a good burger at the same time. Prices are fair for what you get, hamburger starts under seven dollars, the shakes and soft serve looked like the real draw for half the line, and the menu board out front covers everything from tater tots to Italian cream soda, which is a detail I did not expect and now can't stop thinking about. If you're passing through Cascade Locks, Eastwind Drive-In is worth the wait. Bring cash patience, bring an appetite, and if you bring a dog, be ready to share eye contact you won't win.

This place is such a vibe! My husband and i stopped by after visiting Multnomah. Parking is all…read morepaid (which seems to be the norm in Oregon) and the line was long, but it moved relatively quickly. The grilled cheese and tomato soup were standard, but the Three Sisters vegetarian sandwich was genuinely one of the best sandwiches i have ever had in my life. It was so refreshing and filling, with the perfect blend of flavors. The blueberry lavender lemonade and the guava cookie were also delicious without being overly sweet.

We stopped at Sugarpine Drive-In for lunch after Multnomah Falls and enjoyed it overall. The…read morealbacore torta and Larch Mountain ice cream were both delicious, and my SIL loved her Cuban pulled pork sandwich and Mauna Loa Volcano ice cream. My husband's waffle grilled cheese, though, was pretty disappointing, sad looking and tasted mid. The line was long, but understandable for such a popular spot. There's lots of outdoor seating plus some indoor seating, and I loved that they had crayons and coloring pages for kids. The staff were nice and the atmosphere was great. My main complaint is the mandatory 20% service charge. I understand the intention behind supporting staff, but it feels excessive when you order in line, pick up your food at the counter, and bus your own table, especially since the food is already pretty pricey. Still, most of the food was great and I recommend trying it.

luna force fed me ice cream with the biggest spoon ive ever seen in my life…read more.......... exhilarating

I have lusted LONG for my favorite Chocolate Gooey Brownie, and here it is in all good glory…read more SURPRISE! There's a subscription for that!! Now we know... THE GOOD STUFF: They partner with local artisans and fifth-gen family-owned Scott Brothers Dairy to churn out inventive flavors that surprise and delight, meanwhile creating community and investing in meaningful initiatives (Portland Means Progress, Emerging Leaders program for underrepresented artisans/chefs, and Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation for kiddo cancer research). All from a couple of guys who had never made ice cream before! Ice cream that tastes good & gives me good feels, too. For late Summer I'm loving the Wild-Foraged Berry Slab Pie (Limited Edition Summer Pies Series) and another classic-always-fave Salted, Malted, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough. The three make an incredible trifecta of my very own sundae (waffle bowl/cone optional)!

We had a great experience! The burger was absolutely delicious--the meat was flavorful, juicy, and…read morecooked perfectly. Every food item we tried was fresh and tasted amazing. The ice cream was just as impressive. Their sundaes are made with a homemade fruit purée that isn't overly sweet, which lets the natural fruit flavor shine through. The Marionberry Sundae is an absolute must-try. It's the perfect balance of tart and sweet and was one of the highlights of our visit. Our only suggestion would be to consider using plastic cups instead of the paper-style cups, as we think they would work better for our drinks We'll definitely be back!

Do yourself a favor and go to Big Jim's! We had the Luau Chicken Sandwich and the chicken was the…read morejuiciest I've ever had. My guy had the rodeo burger and it must've been excellent because I didn't even get a bite LOL. Get past the fast food look of the place and enjoy some really excellent food!

Great place to get a treat in the Hood River area, especially after a long hike. It's located in…read morethis adorable little house. The line was long but moved quickly. No credit cards allowed, the sign has details on ways to pay - luckily my group had cash. There is no seating inside but plenty outside. The huckleberry milkshake was delicious! Not too sweet, super creamy, and you truly enjoy fresh pieces of huckleberry with every sip.

Super cute place to grab some ice cream, milkshake, or a sundae. Luckily had a few dollars but it's…read morecash only. I never carry any cash anymore. There was no line. I Ordered the sundae & opted for the coconut, butter pecan & pistachio ice cream. It's so good! They accept IOU but I'm not sure how many people have actually paid up. There's a wall of Shame for those who don't pay up so just pay up plus who allows an IOU these days? So be sure to pay your IOU or just pay with cash. There's no seating indoor but some seating outside. They sell merchandise like caps & tshirts. There's street parking you can pay for. There's other shops nearby. Cute town.

One of my favorite things to do near the Columbia River Gorge is to explore the Fruit Loop, which…read moreis what I was doing when I noticed this antique shop on the side of the road. I'm from California, so I'm still not fully used to the way food is served everywhere you go in Oregon. I was thinking, 'Espresso, ice cream, and antiques? That's different.' Is the musky smell of antiques compatible with food service? Not sure how I feel about this, but I ordered a huckleberry soda, anyway. I was curious. It turned out to be one of the best flavored sodas I've ever had. I loved the huckleberry syrup. The antique selection was well-curated. Lots of interesting trinkets and jewelry. Everything you'd expect from an antique shop, plus a gentleman's room full of old Playboys tucked into the back. Service was friendly, and there was plenty of parking. There was no wait. This is a great alternative to stopping by one of the big busy farms if you're just looking for a quick drink, or (obviously) if you're into antiques.

We drove out here specifically for the ice cream and built the day around it -- two teenagers, a…read morelate lunch, and dessert saved for this place. We walked in a few minutes before closing. One woman was working; I'm not sure if she was the owner. She was mid-way through an ice cream order for the customers ahead of us, so we shopped while we waited our turn. We had items in our hands when she finished with the other customers, flipped the lights off with us still standing inside, and walked out the door to take down the open sign. When she came back in -- us standing there in the dark -- she announced she was closing. We said, "Okay, I guess no ice cream? We'll put our stuff back." Not a word. No "sorry." No "I can still ring you up or get you anything." No acknowledgment at all. She just stood there and watched us set everything down and walk out, kids and all. She made it clear we weren't worth the effort, and did it in the rudest way available to her. Two disappointed teenagers, a wasted drive, and the low point of what had been a great day in the area. Can't tell you a thing about the ice cream. What I can tell you is how this place treats people who show up before closing time. Don't bother.

This used to be a Baskin Robbins. They don't serve Baskin Robbins brand ice cream; however, the…read morestore looks the same. They have ice cream shakes, sundaes, cones and ice cream cakes. They even offer dairy free ice cream. Thankful for a local ice cream shop with reasonable prices.

A cute lowkey cold treat spot sourcing from a variety of local vendors. They have an array of ice…read morecream flavors ans you can have them as sundaes, shakes, or just in a cone/cup. We got the Moose Track Milkshake and it's soo delicious and refreshing after a hot day hike. Their sizes were very generous, just the small is more than enough but you can also go ham with a large.

Logan is lovely and patient with samples. This Coffee & Love Nuts would be good for breakfast! A…read moreclassic pint to-go... GOOD NEWS: It's not TOO caffeinated for late-night, either. Tex loves the Pup Cup.

It's still the best ice cream in town. The frigid culinary pride of Portland! This location just…read moredoesn't do it for me in the same way that the other ones do. Parking is distinctly challenging. I'm really lucky if I can park within a block of the entrance. The line also seems to move very slowly most of the time. I usually give myself an extra buffer of time for this location, which also includes the typical time that I would spend in a line for this type of popular product. It has to be a special occasion for me to invest that much effort to indulge in quality ice cream. I do like that you can have unlimited samples and the staff is usually pretty friendly. I like that the flavors rotate seasonally and the bathroom is usually clean. Unfortunately, there's not much seating inside and there's also minimal options for sitting outside. This place is built well for people who will happen to be walking by on the sidewalk and feel like a scoop of ice cream while having no other immediate plans to follow... and also don't intend stick around to eat it. Maybe go grab a pint to go and call it compromise?

I know the store has a plenty of good stuff, but the gold there are the little chocolates. I bought…read morea box of 6 bombons for my birthday. It was delicious. The service is amazing and the store is colorful and happy, super good vibe.Price is reasonable.

Ordered a slushie with custom grape and lime flavors, and when I tasted it, I was genuinely…read moresurprised by how much it tasted like neither grape nor lime. I even asked the staff member if I had gotten the right drink. They said yes, but didn't ask if something was wrong, offer to remake it, or seem concerned that I clearly wasn't happy with it. It was pretty awkward since I had already paid for it and honestly thought it tasted gross. I also tried the haystack chocolate, which tasted old and stale. Overall, really disappointing experience. I wouldn't recommend it.

This is hands down my fiancé and I's favorite ice cream shop ever. I lived in pdx for a month just…read morethree blocks away and we went at least once a week, back when it was Cool Moon. If I was a billionaire, I'd invest in this shop to open a second location by me in Maine. Small batch and homemade, these ice creams are luscious and delicious. They are not sickly sweet, and they don't need to be. They really let the flavors shine on their own. The thai iced tea is my favorite flavor, though the fresh banana is up there too. This trip already I have visited once IRL and later I ordered a shake from them for delivery to my hotel, which was great! No drop in quality there and they drew a cute little note. The service has always been amazing throughout the years. Got to meet THE Miss Oz herself one visit too! Scoops or in shake form, it's a must visit when we find ourselves back in PDX!

We stopped in here on a completely unplanned "Let's get ice cream" mission. We were attended to…read moreimmediately because the place was empty. The vibe appears to be one of modern appearances, with old-school "ice cream parlor" ambiance (50s and 60s music is what is played, and I appreciate this). Variety of flavors is wide, and there are fresh cookies available. Prices are on the high side (location, though), the interior is very clean, and staff is very friendly and helpful. The cookies were disappointing, but not bad. Ice cream was on the better side of average, but is nothing groundbreaking. I definitely recommend stopping in for a fun experience if you're in the neighborhood.