Really fun place if you're looking for an upscale cocktail and a hip atmosphere connected to a…read morebunch of food trucks. Our bartender was wonderful at making great drinks and very friendly! The music was just right good background, not too loud. We chose a Bahn mi food truck which was wonderful.

Dogwood was a very fun spot in Bend that was warm, welcoming and had a great lineup of drinks. My…read morefriends and I spent a good chunk of the night here and it was well worth it. The karaoke was not only welcoming but also had some really talented people perform. The KJs are cool too. The one knock i'd give it is that some of the tables are these uneven half cut logs that will absolutely make a pint glass slide off. Small gripe. I will be back if I ever find myself in town again.

I had dinner at a restaurant nearby and the bartender there told me I needed to check this place…read moreout. He said it was his favorite bar when he moved to Bend. He's not wrong, it's very cool. The vibe is fun, the drinks are so unique! They have great music playing, and often times they have live music. They have indoor and outdoor seating, there is lots of parking in the lot. If you like great unique handmade cocktails with great names and things you've never thought to try, this is the place.

I think this bar has the most plants I've ever seen inside any non retail type of business. What a…read morecool place! Seems to be very popular among people of all ages. They have a wide selection of liquor and specialty brands. The menu is interesting. They also have a menu with small dishes to complement your beverage. I'd return here for sure.

Had lunch here and it was awesome!! The soup and salad combo was delicious. The soup was…read moretremendously cheesy. Wow! The burger was cooked to perfection and the bun was fresh! Hubs loved his stout, too. Service was terrific and prompt. Would definitely return here for another meal.

We stopped here for lunch while in town for a conference. The food was your average brew-pub fare…read morewith nothing standing out as amazing, but it was good. Well, except the wings which were a little dried out, but still edible. The fries were hot and fresh, the Nashville chicken sandwich had a great spice and was freshly made, the size caesar salad was small, but fresh and flavorful, and the Margherita pizza was one you'd expect in a brewery, but won't make you think you're in Italy. We didn't partake in beer since we were off to work in the afternoon, but looking at the menu, I didn't see anything that was for me. I'm a wheat beer fan and didn't see anything that would entice me to return for a beer later.

What a gem in downtown Bend. It is so unique with the beers that they have. I feel like I entered a…read moresmall pub somewhere in London. Bartenders are nice, beer is great. I will absolutely visit again.

We got a recommendation from a friend the Cellar. It was a super cute basement restaurant that…read moreserved savory pies. We ordered two Guinness and ordered our pies at the counter. The bartender was a solo act! As such, she did a great job taking care of everything. Our pies were good, and tasted fresh out of the oven.. we were also served British style baked beans (seemed to come right from a can), and potato chips. I recommend the Cellar because it is so unique. If you're in Bend, it's worth a visit.

I've traveled this country from Alaska to Key West and I can now say with absolute confidence that…read morethe Founding Fathers were unknowingly fighting for the right to drink a beer at the River Pig Saloon. This place feels simultaneously old and new. It's both nostalgic and comfortable-- the staff are friendly and professional. The drinks are cold and delicious. The food is made with love and it shows up on the plate and with every bite. God bless Oregon. God bless the River Pig. Stoked to have heard about this place on the 6 Ranch Podcast.

Food was great! Service was awesome! The vibe and ambiance was awesome! Definitely would come back…read more Played great music and had all of my favorite alcohol and beer! Tacos were fantastic! They were playing all the jams as well!

Amazing drinks! The whiskey sour, with ginger and mint was…read moredelicious! The ginger makes it! The bar service even for the tables make getting a drink effective and efficient. The space is fun where we spent most of time upstairs.

The guy at the bar was super nice and made a really good drink! Cocktails were consistent and…read more delicious! We didn't plan on getting food initally but got hungry and decided to do the happy-hour two for one deal and the food was actually so good! The baked brie and mango chutney was a must try! They had a loop video of Lake Tahoe playing on the tv and it aided to the outdoorsy-Bend vibes while we sat on the couches and chatted. The couches were very nice, clean, and looked like they were well maintained so I didn't feel scared to sit on them lol. Overall, loved our experience here!

The Sarah special with tequila is out of this world... and her old fashioned is fierce make sure to…read morestop in and have an amazing drink and good conversation...

horrible service- waited at the bar for so long.. didn't…read morerealize there would be a line? wouldn't you serve the bar up and down? went to wait in the line, the bartender (shorter lady with leather skirt, wavy hair, red lip on 7/16/2026) decided to just skip us and get EVERYONE else besides us. took the ID of someone behind us, and got a 3 drink order of someone who just walked up. then noticed she walked up the bar towards where we were waiting 30 min before. tried to give the benefit of the doubt as a solo bartender, but we moved to where the supposed "line" was... out of all the bars we went to tonight this was the worst service.. and all we wanted were the jell-o shots PREMADE..

We were staying the night at McMenamins in Bend while traveling from California to Washington, and…read moreone of the highlights of our stay was hunting down the speakeasy bar, The Broom Closet. Half the fun is searching the property for it--and don't worry, I won't spoil where we found it! Once inside, it truly felt like a hidden gem. The space is cozy and intimate, with comfortable places to sit and a full bar that feels tucked away from the rest of the property. It was especially festive during the holidays, with Christmas drink specials adding to the charm. I ordered the NA Merry Cherry, which was gingery, slightly spicy, and super refreshing--a great non-alcoholic option. My wife had The Countess and said it was absolutely delicious. Between the atmosphere, the drinks, and the fun of discovering it, The Broom Closet was a total win. If you're ever staying at McMenamins Bend, make sure you take the time to search for The Broom Closet--it's well worth the adventure!

One of my favorite stops every time I am in Bend. Its 100% iykyk. Finding it is fun, cocktails are…read moredelicious. A small and cozy spot that I love to visit. Trying to find it? Think about the name.

San Simon is a fun little hidden gem! Tucked away down an alley, it almost feels like you're…read morediscovering a secret speakeasy. The atmosphere is rustic, cozy, and a little exclusive, which made it a really unique spot to grab a drink! We stopped in right after checking into our hotel, and it was the perfect first stop to kick off our weekend. There isn't a ton of seating, but you can choose between the cozy indoor space or the patio in the alley. Since there were only two of us, we were seated right away. If you're looking for a relaxed place to enjoy a quick glass of wine or a cocktail before exploring the rest of the town, I'd definitely recommend stopping by here. It's a charming spot with great vibes!

Follow the alley. Trust me…read more You know those places you stumble into and immediately think, "Yep...this is my kind of spot"? That was San Simón for me. At first, walking down the alley in downtown Bend, I honestly was not sure what we were about to find. Then we started seeing little fire pit pods, heated huts, glowing candles, and people tucked away having cocktails. It instantly felt cool without trying too hard. Walking into San Simón felt like stepping into some funky speakeasy hidden in plain sight. Dark lighting, moody atmosphere, David Bowie playing in the background, wild artwork on the walls that makes you stop and stare for a second. Just a great vibe all around. The kind of place where you sit down and immediately relax into the evening. The cocktails were excellent. Not overdone, not syrupy, just really balanced and well made. One of our favorites was the "Some Positive Feedback," which came with this sugar rim that looked awesome and added just enough sweetness without overpowering the drink. Bright citrus flavor, refreshing, smooth, and dangerously easy to drink. Then we asked the bartender if they could just make us something off the cuff. We said vodka, lemon and lime forward, not too sweet, maybe a little spice. They absolutely nailed it. Crisp, refreshing, layered citrus flavor with just enough heat on the back end to keep it interesting. Honestly one of those cocktails where everybody at the table takes a sip and immediately goes, "Oh wow." As a bourbon guy, I was also pleasantly surprised with the whiskey selection. The bartender recommended Stafford's Reserve, an Oregon bourbon, and I am glad I listened. Smooth, approachable, a little sweet up front with some spice on the finish. Easy sipping bourbon that fit the whole vibe of the place perfectly. What really made the night though was the staff. Everybody was friendly in that genuine way where you feel welcomed instead of "served." By the end of the night it honestly felt like we had been there before, even though it was our first visit. The outdoor setup deserves some love too. Bend cooled down at night, but the fire pits and heaters kept everything comfortable. We could have easily stayed another couple hours just hanging out. Pricing felt fair for the quality of drinks and atmosphere. This is not a dive bar pretending to be fancy. It is a genuinely cool cocktail spot that knows exactly what it is. If you are in Bend and enjoy craft cocktails, bourbon, cool music, quirky atmosphere, and places with personality, go find San Simón. Half the fun is finding it tucked down the alley in the first place.

So, I haven't found broasted chicken in years, finally found this place that has it. OMG can't say…read moreenough food things about this place. The chicken and potatoes were out of this world. Chicken chicken was golden crisp and juicy. Russet potatoe slices were soooo light and fluffy. Nothing was salty either. I would like to see Yukon potatoes and sweet potatoes tried too. 5 stars well earned. BRAVO!!!

This is a great place. Easy to meet people and have great conversations. Great open mic night on…read moreWednesday nights, can usually play for a while. Recommend it!