Great meal!! Great server! Really cozy room. Really want to give it a 4 but have to go with a 3…read morebecause of the cocktails. Three of us ordered old fashioneds. What we got was bourbon with a cherry and orange slice. Surprised that they messed up such a basic cocktail

I was visiting family and this was my first time dining at The Grill. Although it's nestled outside…read moreof town, the short drive provides beautiful views of the Columbia Gorge from the dining room. The restaurant is on the country club grounds, however there is ample parking for diners and golfers. In addition to the formal dining area, there is also an option for outdoor seating. We had reservations and were quickly seated. It was pretty busy as it was Friday night, but our server was very attentive. Our table was served warm bread while we contemplated the menu, always a huge plus in my book! I'm a sucker for huckleberries, so I ordered the Huckleberry Drop, which features local huckleberries picked from the base of Mt. Adams, it doesn't get much fresher than that! For my entree, I opted for the small Caesar with salmon. Other entrees ordered for the table were the Halibut and Chips, Burger and Fries and Shrimp Alfredo. Everything was delicious and the portions were very generous for the price, I even had leftovers of my small salad to put it into perspective. As mentioned, there are beautiful views of the Columbia Gorge from the dining area as there are huge windows. It really adds a nice ambiance! This would be a great spot for a date night, family dinner, company party or just to treat yourself after a long week!

I'm glad I read the earlier reviews advising to ignore the exterior appearance and go for the food…read more Salmon had a nice crisp on the outside, and although I'm not typically a fan of risotto, it made me rethink my bias, as it was wonderful. Definitely recommend this place!

The owner is found cussing and yelling at her employees in the back. The service is spotty at best…read more The bartender doesn't know what muddled means and the steaks come frozen. Way to capitalize on bougie culture without the bougie. It's a shame they don't pay their employees either. Apps came out after entree. I could keep going. But they've already wasted enough of my time. Eat at your own risk. (High chance of food poisoning)

Always the best BBQ pulled pork sandwich. Comes with cole slaw, or fries or soup? $13.00…read moreHubs had Rueben/Fries, real corn beef slices. Excellent service with a smile , waitress thanked us for coming in. AC works great 91' outside today. June 25

Chicken fried steak excellent. Lots of fluffy mashed potatoes with gravy-yum-wish I was back there…read moreagain. We ate in the bar area. We were able to walk there from our hotel. This restaurant was actually recommended by the receptionist at our hotel. The service was very good. The waitress was friendly, even though she was very busy. There was not a long way to get either drink or food. We will definitely be back.

Just passing through , and decided to try something new. This place had great service, cool vibes…read moreand good food.

Friendly and fun server the minute we walked in. I was skeptical from the street - but once inside…read morethis semi-dark, comfy sports bar, I was happy. Ice cold beer glasses, and the "Dam" burger with hand cut fries (where do you get those anymore?!) were yummy. You do have a large choice of sides, including yam fries. I will be back.

I wish there were just a few more stars to give Baldwin Saloon but since that isn't a option here's…read moremy review... I pass through The Dalles on a pretty regular basis (nearly once a month) but only the last few months had I actually decided to "layover" in this little historic town. After my dinner tonight, I'm SO glad I did!! We showed up to BS nestled into the heart of quaint downtown. The historic building is something near and dear to my tastes. Vaulted high ceilings. Crown molding everywhere I look. Dark wood wall to wall. The saloon bar boasted a large ornate, rich wood with stained glass and a beautiful antique, in working order cash register. I order a cocktail and we receive our mini-gobbleted ice water. I got the raspberry truffle which was a dessert drink, because I'm sweet like that. It was delicious and I savored every drop. Our server, Harley, was amazingly attentive and knew a lot of the history of the decor and building he so graciously shared with us. Our booth was cozy and private. Just the right amount of space and light. Perfect view of the bar. I got my side salad and fresh bread. I order the prime rib which came perfectly cooked. With broccoli, couscous (which was actually one of my favorite parts of the meal...and that says a lot, because the rest was fantastic) horseradish cream, au jus, and a small slice of pineapple. Bae ordered the chicken strip salad...which he said was flawless. After finishing very generous meals we ordered dessert to go. Everything from the esthetics of this beautiful restaurant, the vibrant history behind the huge oil paintings canvassing the walls, the stellar food, the excellent service...the only thing that I regret about this place is that I don't live closer and didn't wear bigger pants...both my bad!!!...hahahah I think Sir Harley needs a raise and that I will return ASAP. Thank you soooo much Baldwin Saloon!!!

Looking for a place along the Columbia with the atmosphere and provenance to match the incredible…read morehistory of the area? Baldwin Saloon was already here 150 years ago. It's cast iron facade and brick kept it from burning down... and its captivating story saved it from getting torn down. The food options vary with the kitchen staffing. There is a classic bar with a pool table, booth seating, and a patio. Music might be coming. The pizza is good and the cocktails superb... sipping a "Lost in Mexico" while checking out the dozens of almost as old western oils covering the walls is something special. Baldwin's is a direct link to the past depicted in those paintings. The atmosphere here is original.

An old style diner, Cousins' hit the spot for us…read more - Chicken pot pie: very well prepared with lots of chicken, flaky pastry. It's large - enough for two. - NW Salmon with mashed potatoes: one of the few pescatarian options. Good but the fish might have been overdone. - Side salad: standard stuff but was fresh, no old bits in it. Efficient friendly service, comfortable booths.

Cute diner & Saloon located right next door to the check in office for Cousins Inn. They have…read morebooths and tables available for your individual or family needs. Ideally located right downstairs if you are staying at the Inn or if you are just passing through and need a bite to eat. We checked in to the hotel and went down for dessert & a drink. I had a vanilla milkshake & shared with my toddler! My teenager had vanilla ice cream sundae with chocolate fudge. The family shared and order if fresh crisp fries. We returned in the morning for breakfast & because we stayed at the Inn we had a 20% off discount. Coffee for the adults, hot chocolate for the kids. Portions were big, decent food. Server was very kind. We got a complimentary cinnamon roll for the table. Overall good place!

New to town and already visited River Tap two nights in a row! Even with how busy they were, the…read morestaff made sure I wasn't forgotten while sitting out on the patio. A special shoutout to Kissy and Hunter for being so welcoming and attentive! Great service makes all the difference, especially when you're new to an area. And the fact that they're dog-friendly is an even bigger plus because bringing your pup along makes the experience that much better! Definitely happy to have found this spot!

We were traveling through The Dalles with our dogs and found this great dog-friendly restaurant. We…read moresat outside in the porch. It was about 85 degrees and just perfect for our dogs. They came and refilled the dog bowl with ice cold water, and our dogs loved that. Service was a little slow, but everyone was nice. I got the pulled pork sandwich with fries and bbq sauce. It was sooooooo salty. Everything. The fries, the pork, the sauce. So much salt. Dipping in my husbands ranch mellowed the salt a bit. My husband got the chicken pesto burger and salad. He said it was good, though Costco's was better. lol. But he ate it all. The dogs got their bowl split in half. There was a bunch of peanut butter, chicken, cucumber, and cabbage. The picky dog devoured it all but the cabbage, the dog who'll eat anything ate only the chicken and PB. Really funny. But they were big sized. I'd go again, just being understanding that they're heavy handed with the salt.

Atmosphere: Great outdoor patio with a stage for live music. Indoors there is a bar with TV's…read more Lovely river views, which is the main reason I come here. Food: Food is standard. I think the last time I got a wrap, which was decent. Sometimes I just come for a beer though. Price: For being on the river, the prices ae reasonable. Service: Service was good last time I went. Parking: Parking lot.

The Mr and I, along with another couple stopped here for a quick dinner. We were staying nearby…read moreand our Airbnb host recommended it. It was early so seating wasn't a problem. The Mr and I opted for the burger special which included a cheeseburger, fries, and a beer for $18.95 (I think) and S had a French dip, while M had a BBQ sandwich. Our burgers were excellent and the fries were salty and crisp - just the way I like them. I was only able to eat half of my burger. The next morning I regretted not bringing the leftovers with me. I'd have eaten them for breakfast. Haha M seemed to enjoy his sandwich, but S was disappointed in hers. It didn't come with any sides. She felt like she should have gotten fries or cole slaw. Service was friendly. The location is a little strange. It was actually tucked into an industrial area. If we didn't know it was there and have a GPS, we'd never have found it. However there was live music outside and it appears to be a favorite with the locals.

This was the highlight of our overnight trip. We had a great shrimp bento meal and the rainbow roll…read morewas very fresh. Great service. This place should have 5 stars. Clean and lots of seating. Would go back.

I dropped by to grab some quick dinner to go and was able to place my order right away with the…read morehostess. I got a crazy tuna roll, salmon sashimi, and miso soup. The food came out quickly but once I got to my car I realized they gave me no soy sauce so I had to go back in and ask for it. They gave me full sodium which I didn't fuss about because I was in a rush and she had to go all the way back to the kitchen to get it (also my fault for not specifying low sodium). I came to regret this when I tasted the miso soup which was so salty I couldn't even eat it. The other items were ok but nothing special. For almost $30 I felt a little put off. I would not return here for a second time.

Unbelievable service from James, with incredible dishes like the Ahi Poké bowl and the seared…read moresalmon Caesar, the Portage Grill is always firing on all cylinders! Great teamwork and more importantly, spectacular views, and phenomenal attitudes makes this venue THEE choice in the Dalles. Full bar with my absolute favorite beers including Bale Breaker IPA and Pelican Tsunami Stout along with local wines, makes this place an absolute no-brainer!

The desk clerk at a nearby hotel recommended Columbia Portage Cafe. As we walked through the front…read moredoor we were met by a diva with lots of negative things to say about the cafe. Our experience contradicted everything she said. We were greeted as we entered and shown to a table with an excellent view of the river. Wish that I had caught the name of our waitress because she was very good. Ordered an appetizer to share. While enjoying our meal the waitress delivered a brownie sundae to the next table. We ordered one too. Maybe we can get back to Columbia Portage Cafe and actually try the food on the menu.