Location: Cascade Locks
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Cascade Locks Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Cascade Locks
Cascade Locks is a city in Hood River County, Oregon, United States. The city took its name from a set of locks built to improve navigation past the Cascades Rapids of the Columbia River. The U.S. federal government approved the plan for the locks in 1875, construction began in 1878, and the locks were completed on November 5, 1896. The locks were subsequently submerged in 1938, replaced by Bonneville Lock and Dam, although the city lost no land from the expansion of Lake Bonneville behind the dam some 4 miles (6 km) downstream of the city. The city population was 1,144 at the 2010 census.
Things to do in Cascade Locks
1. Thunder Island Brewing Co
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 146 reviews
Thunder Island Brewing Company is an adventure-based small batch brewery that is handcrafting creative and innovative beers in the Pacific Northwest. Based out of Cascades Locks, Oregon, forty-three miles east of Portland, Thunder Island Brewing makes original beers inspired by a love for outdoor adventures, with a nod to local history and with a respect for all that the scenic Columbia River Gorge has to offer.
Reviewed By foodmatter - revelstoke
Love the location! the patio is awesome the little food we shared was delicious ! not really sure others would have a hard time finding it since we just stumble on a sigh that said Brewery that waits and fallowed it! Ah and yes the most important! the beer!! was so good!
thank you
2. Big River Grill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 396 reviews
Reviewed By 651Eddie - Florence, Oregon
About the best food on the Washington side of the Columbia River. Outstanding quality American favorites. Warm and cozy venue. Very nice selection of micro-brews on tap. Excellent service. Good option for those staying at Skamania Lodge other than the food on site there and just over one mile away.
3. East Wind Drive-In
Overall Ratings
4 based on 154 reviews
Reviewed By tskuziej - Meridian, Idaho
This must be the hottest place in town as every time we went by there were lines. So we just had to stop and see what all the fuss was about. Line was long but it moved right along. Just ordered a couple of twist cones but, boy! were they something for size. We ordered the smalls and they were more than adequate. Other people seemed pleased with their orders, judging from the comments we overheard. Definitely "the" place to grab a treat!
4. Granny's Gedunk Ice Cream Prlr
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By Mhgretsch - Bellevue, Washington
After a stroll through Stevenson to walk off some of our dinner, we stopped at this cute little ice cream shop on the main drag (2nd). Limited flavors, but good variety...each of us found something we liked. I recommend the Maple Nut:)
5. Bigfoot Coffee Roasters
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
An artisinal micro-batch coffee roasters. Free Trade - Organic. We have international coffee drinks & teas. Baked Goods. Roasted Bavarian Nuts. Farmers market crafts. Bigfoot Merchandise. Hotdogs with fixing bar.
Reviewed By Clare C - San Antonio, Texas
This is a charming coffee house nestled on a side street. Come enjoy your favorite java with friendly neighbors and comfy chairs. Check out the sample of local crafts for unique souvenirs.
6. Backwoods Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 134 reviews
We are a locally ran, Family owned and operated brewery. We have had the pleasure of serving local residents and visitors from abroad. We would love to serve you and to stop by the pub and have a pint and beer!
Reviewed By 651Eddie - Florence, Oregon
You are not going to want to pass by this place if you like good microbrews. Food is very respectable. Very nice pizza. The place is a remodeled industrial building that has a very pizza parlor feel. A cute little place. A favorite of locals from miles around. Excellent service. A couple of miles off Highway 14 in Carson.
7. A & J Deli and Bakery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By Dr_C_and_E - Orange County, California
We ordered a large catered meal from Antoinette, the Deli Manager. She and her assistant, Leslie, went out of their way and worked long hours, to make sure that our order was on time. We cannot say enough positive things about the service and quality of the deli items at A&J's in Stephenson. *Be sure to try their smoke meats!
8. Bridgeside
Overall Ratings
4 based on 404 reviews
Bridgeside restaurant in Cascade Locks, Oregon, is a historic restaurant next to the landmark Bridge of the Gods. Formerly the Char Burger, Bridgeside offering outstanding Columbia River views, has been a dining destination and popular travel stop for over six decades. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner quick service style with the majestic views. Featuring delicious breakfast items, fresh salad bar, housemade soups, sandwiches, burgers, hot entrees, and a tempting dessert case. Quick, convenient, and spacious for parties of all sizes. For buses and groups sized 16+, a two hour advance notice is appreciated. Recently remodeled and under new ownership since 2014. We hope you will stop in and see us!
Reviewed By Dcrosby007 - Pensacola Beach, Florida
I was not blown away by the food here but I will say it's not a bad place to eat... The menu choices are huge so you can choose just about anything you want including soups, salad & deserts... You choose the items you want then slide down to the register to pay for your meal then slide a smidgen further down to grab your drink... Once all that is done start looking for a seat with the best view while they cook your food to order... They bring your food to the table so you have time to chat, get free drink refills & enjoy the view before stuffing your face...
9. The Cascade Dining Room
Overall Ratings
4 based on 382 reviews
The hotel itself has been reviewed before but the restaurant has merit as a great place for a meal for Visitors to the Columbia River gorge, or Golfers using the Skamania lodge golf course.<br><br>Hotel review here:<br><br>tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g58768-d271529-Reviews-Skamania_Lodge-Stevenson_Washington.html
Reviewed By JOregon_11 - Hood River, Oregon, USA
The Cascade Dining Room at Skamania Lodge is a beautiful place to have a meal for a special occasion or just when you want to give yourself or someone special a treat. The setting is beautiful and the service and food are excellent.
10. Robbie's Coffee House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By roudoudou - Geneva, Switzerland
We stopped in Stevenson and took a side street. We saw Robbie's coffee house and it looked inviting. We ordered the wonderful salad and delicious soup and both were great, tasted the cookies and they were so good that we bought some extra for the road. Robbie was cooking some more pastries and the smell was delicious.
Her place is warm, welcoming and homey. Robbie is a very cheerful, friendly and humorous person. We had thought we'd stop for a quick bite and ended up staying close on two hours. Robbie employs less-abled people in her café and is lovely and patient with them. A good person that makes you glad you stopped over.
