Oregon, United States Food Guide: 10 American food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in La Grande

February 10, 2020 Janean Rudisill

Best American restaurants nearby. Discover the best American food in La Grande. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for American restaurants near you.. La Grande /ləˈɡrænd/ is a city in Union County, Oregon, United States. Originally named "Brownsville," it was forced to change its name because that name was being used for a city in Linn County. Its name comes from an early French settler, Charles Dause, who often used the phrase "La Grande" to describe the area's beauty. The population was 13,082 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Union County. La Grande lies east of the Blue Mountains and southeast of Pendleton.
Things to do in La Grande

10. Smokehouse Restaurant

2208 Adams Ave, La Grande, OR 97850-3410 American Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service +1 541-963-9692 http://www.facebook.com/The-Smokehouse-Restaurant-100862879958715
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3 based on 72 reviews

Smokehouse Restaurant

Reviewed By Timothy P

Rough around the edges, but it's a local independent place, much like a Denny's, but with BBQ items added. Had lunch, a pulled pork sandwiche, it was very good, but it seems to always have lots if cars for breakfast, and seems to be very popular for lunch, saying they serve"breakfast all day".

9. Benchwarmers Pub and Grill

210 Depot St, La Grande, OR 97850-2619 Bar, Pub, American Lunch Wheelchair Accessible, Seating +1 541-963-9597 https://www.facebook.com/Benchwarmers-Pub-Grill-219842880709/
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4 based on 21 reviews

Benchwarmers Pub and Grill

Reviewed By BoiseNorthender

When we're passing thru town we always stop at Benchwarmer for lunch. Great bar with lots of beer selections. Not fancy but good sandwiches, burgers, and salads. Even can order tater tots instead of fries for a change. Patty melt has grilled onions on top. Great service that makes visitors feel like locals. $

8. Denny's

2604 Island Ave, La Grande, OR 97850-9499 American, Diner Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service +1 541-963-2134 https://locations.dennys.com/OR/LA-GRANDE/246697?utm_source=yext&utm_medium=local-listing&utm_campaign=yext-listing
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4 based on 76 reviews

Denny's

For more than 65 years Denny's has been bringing people together over great food. It's the place where people can relax and be themselves; where they can enjoy classic American comfort food and everyday value. 24 hours a day. 365 days a year. Here, you ca

Reviewed By ranjer

Stopped here on the way back from Seattle. The food, service and atmosphere were quintessential Denny’s. Nothing to write home about but the food was ok. Fries were not crispy and were certainly not our favorite part of the meal. Sandwiches were average.

7. Cock & Bull Villa Roma

1414 Adams Ave, La Grande, OR 97850-2653 Italian, American Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service +1 541-963-0573 https://www.facebook.com/cocknbullvillaroma/
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4 based on 28 reviews

Cock & Bull Villa Roma

Reviewed By Boyd B

Don't let the plain looking dinning room suggest you are not going to have a great meal.Some of our food (six family members) was amazingly very very good. Everything else was good. Even thought it was near closing time (8 PM) when we arrived the service was outstanding. The salad, homemade soup, bread sticks and Marinara sauce was outstanding. Everything we ate was good to very good. If you are in La Grande at mealtime don't miss the opportunity to eat at this somewhat hidden gem.

6. Joe & Sugars Cafe

1119 Adams Ave, La Grande, OR 97850 American, Cafe Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Takeout, Seating, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol +1 541-975-5282 https://www.facebook.com/Joe-Sugars-Cafe-180759105276097/
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4 based on 61 reviews

Joe & Sugars Cafe

Joe & Sugars Cafe is in the heart of downtown La Grande (located next to Red Cross Drug Store). We serve a full service Breakfast from 7-11 and Lunch from 11-3.Offering a daily lunch special.

Reviewed By bb_organic

Not bad but not great. Servers were over-extended on a Saturday, so don't expect prompt service. Friendly enough, but not very fast. Coffee is self-serve. I sat for a long time waiting for someone to fill my cup before being told to do it myself. Eventually, the order was placed, the food got to my table and it was OK. Food was nothing to rave about, but ultimately satisfying.Thank you for taking the time to write your review. Weekends are definitely a very busy time. All of our food is made to order so it can take time when we are busy. I strive to make each customers experience a good one. Your input helps me to see where we’ve fallen short. Again, thank you!

5. Flying J Travel PLaza

63276 Highway 203, La Grande, OR 97850-5227 American Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service +1 541-963-9762 https://pilotflyingj.com/pj-fresh-story/
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4 based on 48 reviews

Flying J Travel PLaza

This is a truck stop restuarant - nothing fancy. There is also a lounge. We live in La Grande and eat at the restuarant. Very good food.

Reviewed By pers0nalview

The portions were not truck stop size but the food was good. The prices were average and the service was excellent. This place certainly has adequate seating. I was sort of in between breakfast and lunch but it worked out fine because everything on the menu was available. The burger was not huge but was very good and I was able to order it with hash browns. The server was prompt and accommodating. My personal view, it's much better than Denny's.

4. The Dusty Spur

1502 S Avenue, La Grande, OR American Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service https://www.facebook.com/The-Dusty-Spur-194034210636404/
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4 based on 70 reviews

The Dusty Spur

Reviewed By dootdah

We found this place on trip advisor while traveling from Idaho to Portland. Great breakfast. I had the seafood omelet and my traveling companions had the chicken fried steak and the corn beef hash. All were excellent. We stopped again on our way back through. I wanted to try something different ( big mistake). I chose the huevos rancheros. It wasn’t that they were bad...I just assumed they would have beans. But they came with ground beef, no beans. They should have a description on the menu or let people know. That was my only complaint. The hash browns were very good.We’ll definitely stop again when traveling this route.

3. Mamacita's

2003 4th St, La Grande, OR 97850-2511 American, International Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service https://www.facebook.com/MamacitasInternationalGrill/
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4 based on 88 reviews

Mamacita's

Reviewed By harmany58

They have a good variety to choose from, whether you want a fun taco salad, a great chicken Thai wrap with peanut sauce, a delicious lean burger with fries or side salad and the Drunken Shrimp is a vacation for your palate in its simplicity and rich blend of flavors.

Top 6 Things to do in La Grande, United States

2. Ten Depot Street

10 Depot St, La Grande, OR 97850-2510 American, Bar, Pub Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Live Music +1 541-963-8766 http://tendepotstreet.com/
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4 based on 119 reviews

Ten Depot Street

Reviewed By ranjer

Tried this place while on a motorcycle trip with friends. Wife and I paid extra for a called alcohol drink but the service from the bar was so slow the drinks tasted watered down because they sat so long with the ice melting. Food was good for the price.

Top 10 restaurants in La Grande, United States

1. Side A Brewing

1219 Washington Ave, La Grande, OR 97850-2535 American, Brew Pub, Pub, Fusion, Gastropub, Bar Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +1 541-605-0163 http://sideabeer.com
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4 based on 90 reviews

Side A Brewing

Side A Brewing is a Brewery located in the heart of downtown La Grande, Oregon. Side A provides an atmosphere of industrial space within a piece of La Grande history. Set inside the iconic Historic La Grande Firehouse featuring the Eastern Oregon Fire Mus

Reviewed By Petethekid

Had their hazy IPA for a quick pit stop. Great beer. Refreshing on an August day. Friendly staff and patrons. Food looked great (I didn’t eat there). Busy and cool ambiance. Named for the hot side of a fire, as it’s in an old fire station. So glad you were able to stop by! Next time you'll have to get some grub to go along with the beer!

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