I was here with my family and this was one of the best meals of the trip. Now, I was here a few…read moremonths ago, but I only recently downloaded yelp. As a celiac, I made so that they have a dedicated fryer for their fries/tater tots, and they did, so naturally I had to get those. I decided on the sweet potato tots and they were just delectable. I was also craving something fresh, so I got the BBQ Chicken bacon ranch salad. Perfect meal after driving for hours on end. We even came back the next day and I got the exact same meal. The servers were also very patient and knowledgeable. I don't live anywhere near here, but whenever I come back to the area I'll be sure to return to this restaurant.

Yelp led us to this spot and at first glance from the outside I thought we were walking in to an…read moreold bank. They have a cool outdoor spot, but the weather was chilly that day. Once you step inside you are transported to a killer brew pub dimension. The place was moderately busy for 1:30 on a Wednesday and we were immediately greeted by the bartender. We analyzed the tap list and narrowed it down quickly to the 3 IPAs brewed by these guys. We ended up trying all 3 and overall I would give the beer an 8 out of 10. I love a Boneyard RPM or Ft. George 3-way. I have been away from Oregon Craft for about a year so I am a little off my game but I didn't leave a drop in those pint glasses. We both ordered the smash burger and fries with some jalapeño aioli sauce. The fries were maybe the best fries I've ever had. I literally put my head down and chowed through them all before realizing I had a burger too. Smash burger is true to form dressed with melted cheese, bacon, lettuce and tomato. The bun had been fried in magic sauce to a crispy texture before they built the burger. We were blown away at how good it was!! We went to Sunriver Brewing on Wednesday night and think Initiative won our personal award for that day!! Highly recommend you check it out and I want to go again before I have to leave town!!

The food here is so good and burger wild is so good so I got my food but she dropped a little and…read morewhen I was eating she came back with a basket of fries and said on me and I was like your lying and she was like no you can have the basket of fries And she was nice so shout out to burger wild

We always stop Wild Ride Brewing on our way to Bend. It's a great spot to grab a beer and some food…read morefrom the different food carts (not a lot of vegan options) that are there. They have a nice patio that is dog friend. Overall great beer, good atmosphere, and friendly staff.

it is a smaller place but there is outdoor seating by the food trucks, they have a decent amount of…read moreon tap options and a small selection of seasonal/"special" cocktails. i didn't see a cocktail menu anywhere other than the specials listed, which i wish they would have had. service was friendly, i ended up going on what was apparently bingo night so it did get very busy and almost every seat was full. not sure if bingo is a reoccurring event or if it was a one off thing, they do have games available though and minors are welcome. overall good atmosphere and a pleasant experience!

Kobold is a well known brewing company in the Redmond/Bend area. Their main production facility is…read moreoutside of town, but for those wanting to try their beer at a welcoming and cozy place, check out The Vault in downtown Redmond. It sits in an old storefront on what feels like a once-vibrant main street. The cozy colorful lights are welcoming. They have a larger outdoor seating area, but on the freezing cold night I visited, I opted for a seat at the small bar. There were large boisterous parties nearby, it was clearly a popular spot. The beer selection is large, with various serving sizes. Flights of 4 are only $8 here. They also had a number of bottled and can selections, even some from other breweries. The bartender was very welcoming and friendly, as were other patrons so it ended up being a fun evening of beer and fun talk. If you're a beer fan, this is a must stop in Redmond. There are also other excellent breweries within walking distance.

The service here is always excellent in my experience. My wife and I visit regularly and always…read moreenjoy the vibe. The food is typical bar fare, but is still delicious with generous portions. If you order anything with fries, I recommend upgrading to the hand cut fries or sweet potato fries.

The only brewery I didn't get to visit last year was Cascade Lakes, so I made sure it was my first…read morestop on this visit. The 7th Street location in Redmond looks like an older log cabin, with a large patio out front. It's conveniently located to downtown Redmond, easily walkable from other restaurants, bars, and breweries if you're staying nearby. Going inside, I quickly realized this was a friendly local place where people come and the bartender knows your name and order. I ordered two flights on my visit; all the beer was great. They have a number of core staples, plus a bunch of small batch beers you can read about on the chalkboard near the door. The bartender was immediately friendly and welcoming; I said it was my first time there and she told me it's the oldest not-for-profit brewery in Oregon, donating all their post-bill/payroll profits to local charities. I was also here at lunch time and ordered maybe the best tuna melt I've ever had - rich, buttery, and delicious. They have lots of beers packaged to go as well. If you're doing the Bend Ale Trail, this is a fun stop and worth venturing to Redmond for if staying in Bend.

Returning to try Cascade Lakes Brewing! I have tried their beer years ago but when you go the…read moreBend/Redmond area there are so many brewery options that it's not always easy to go to the same brewery with every visit. This time around Steve and I had the Red Thump. A very good red or amber that we really enjoyed. Nice and malty while drinking this beer is great to relax with after a long day, drive or whatever. It has enough substance that you are getting not a super light beer and it has complexity to it without getting anything too intense. Good beer to get for sure and you can get in six packs if your desire is to take it home!

Great selection of beer. Food was amazing. Very large portions. Probably should have shared a meal…read more Service was good. They were very busy.

This was our first time and I was having like a crazy endorphin rush the entire time it was so…read moregood. We went during happy hour and got the fresh oysters, the pork belly, the albacore tataki, pork belly sliders, the Cuban, and the burger. So damn good, we were planning our next time back while we were still sitting there. The outside looks like a house so we were super confused at first, but it's a very cute concept, the inside is so quaint and there's a nice outdoor seating area.

Stopped in for lunch on a Friday. We were surprised to find an empty parking lot and wondered if…read morethe place was even open. We walked in to find a mostly empty restaurant (2 other tables seated). The atmosphere felt more like it was suited for a nice dinner date than a casual lunch but whatever - they're open for lunch. When I asked a friend about it later, he said he and his wife go there for dinner but had never been at lunch time. My buddy ordered the Grinder (essentially an Italian) and I ordered the Beef Sando (essentially their take on a French Dip). My buddy, who self-admittedly doesn't like focaccia, said the bread was awesome and sando in general really good. We both really enjoyed the fries, that were well seasoned in a savory and slightly sweet dusting. The abundance of fries was well appreciated as well. The beef sando was tasty and also a good portion. My only complaint was the thinly shaved beef was laid flat in layers instead of mounded on the sandwich (see pic). I hesitate to even say this, but it felt like I was eating Steak-umm. In general, the meal was good and filling. The service was good and value for price felt good.

I got the chicken Alfredo and my chicken was pink and slimy. My friend got a burger and the meat…read morewas bloody and cold in the center. After we both requested new meat my friend got his burger and by the end of everyone's meal I had yet to receive my chicken. Even after he received his burger he went home and threw up due to the meat. One star is generous. I've never had such a bad experience at a restaurant.

Only complaint, order my vegan burger with no cheese. So my fingers got a little gross with my…read moretakeout burger. It was alright! Thank you!

Awesome spot right outside of Bend. They have mini cocktails with their alcohol. Only $6 each…read more Highly recommend.

Loved this place! The drinks are a small size but very affordable, I believe less than $5 per…read moredrink. It's perfect for trying! I had 3 different cocktails and every single one was delicious. The outside patio was lovely and dog friendly. They also have a small dog park area for your pets!

Woah! The Avalon Aetopub is the best kept secret of Redmond, Oregon! Stumbled upon this gem only…read morebecause my flight was delayed. Not only is it gorgeous but is deceptively large given the petite airport it's on top of! The food was delicious, the drinks stiff and the staff amiable. Plenty of Tv's and if you wanna people watch or plane watch the view is top notch! I recommend the Espresso Martini, burger & tomato basil soup.

The service here is fantastic! I ordered over the phone for a pickup and my food was hot and ready…read morefor pickup. Their chicken strip are tasty, but their fries are the best!