Restaurant options on the northern Oregon Coast include everything from locally brewed craft beer and plenty of fresh seafood to hearty Pacific Northwest breakfasts, Tillamook cheese, Sand Dollar Hand Pies and Original Pronto Pups.
Below is a list of some of the top restaurants from Astoria to Pacific City to help you decide what to eat as you travel the northern Oregon Coast.
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Restaurants in Astoria
There are so many good options for restaurants in Astoria it’s hard to choose the best. We recommend trying out a little of everything!
Astoria has some of the best restaurants on the Oregon Coast with Pacific Northwest-inspired menus featuring seafood and pub fare.
Breakfast options in Astoria include several good coffee shops, but Coffee Girl on Pier 39 has the best view. At the end of the pier, go through the old cannery to find this cozy breakfast spot right on the riverfront where you can watch the cargo ships go by while sipping a frothy cappuccino.
For fresh fish, try the highly rated South Bay Wild Fish House or the popular Bowpicker’s Fish & Chips served out of a boat (like a food truck, but a boat instead…food boat?). Surf 2 Soul food truck is crushing the chicken & waffles and serves up southern comfort-food favorites like po’ boys, grits and biscuits.
Busu is a highly recommended walk-up window offering Japanese takeout dishes that change regularly. For upscale casual dining, Bridgewater Bistro is right on the water and has a northwest-inspired menu of local, fresh options with a lovely view of the river.
Grab dessert at Frite & Scoop on the riverwalk or pick up some pastries from Blue Scorcher Bakery earlier in the day and save them for dessert if you can.
For fresh food and groceries, the Astoria Co-Op is a locally owned grocery store with an impressive deli and specialty foods. Local farms and vendors gather at the Astoria Sunday Market outside from May-October on 12th street.
Pubs, Bars and Breweries in Astoria
Fort George Brewery is a top pick for local craft beer. In colder months, sit upstairs and enjoy the view with wood-fired pizza and live music.
In summer, their Beer Pier opens at 3 p.m. (70 W. Marine Dr.), offering beer, a food truck and tables next to the water where you can sit and watch the sunset on weekends from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Former Fort-Georgers have opened the new Obelisk Beer Co. in the old Blitz-Weinhard building on Bond Street.
Buoy Beer Company unfortunately suffered a partial building collapse in June 2022, so the waterfront location is currently closed. Their taproom is now operating out of the Astoria Food Hub.
Other local breweries include Rogue Public House on Pier 39 and Astoria Brewing Company on the trolley line.
Breakside Brewing, one of the best breweries in Oregon, has just opened up a new location in Astoria with a raw seafood menu and champagne in addition to their stellar beers.
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For bars, The Merry Time Bar and the Labor Temple (come back for breakfast) are classic spots in town and often have live music. Prefer to sip a fancy cocktail with waterfront views? Get a giant Bloody Mary with a mini meal on top at Inferno Lounge.
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Restaurants in Long Beach, Washington
🧁 Dylan’s Cottage Bakery & Delicatessen is our first stop in Long Beach for a donut or Danish. Their mesmerizing baked goods case is also full of pies, cakes, cookies and other sweet things made from scratch.
The Lost Roo is a highly rated sports bar and grill serving pub fare including sandwiches, fish n’ chips, burgers, steak and seafood.
The Pickled Fish restaurant is located on the top floor of the Adrift Hotel and serves locally inspired cuisine, beer, wine and craft cocktails with live music and an ocean view.
The Depot offers fine dining steak and seafood in a former train depot in Seaview.
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Restaurants in Seaside
You’ll find many restaurants in Seaside along Broadway street and off highway 101.
For breakfast, we usually head to the Osprey Cafe, a small spot off the beaten path on the south end of town. Go early for the shortest wait times, it does get crowded.
Nonni’s Italian Bistro is loved for its fresh and flavorful Italian favorites.
Grab a pint at Seaside Brewing Company, located at the corner of Broadway and 101. They serve locally brewed craft beers and really tasty BBQ pub fare in the old city jailhouse building. Outdoor patio seating is available.
On the way to or from Seaside on highway 26, stop at Camp 18 for an essential Pacific Northwest-style breakfast or hearty meal fit for a logger.
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Restaurants in Cannon Beach
A wide variety of restaurants in Cannon Beach are located along Hemlock Street and they’re all within walking distance of each other. There are also some options on the south end of town.
Start your day at Sleepy Monk Coffee Roasters for top-shelf organic coffee roasted in small batches locally. The Lazy Susan Cafe is also a popular breakfast spot (cash only).
Pelican Brewing and Public Coast Brewing Co. are well-known local craft breweries that also serve pub fare.
The Wayfarer restaurant and lounge serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and is a popular spot for dining in Cannon Beach with a view of Haystack Rock.
Crepe Neptune has a to-go window where you can order crepes with sweet fillings like chocolate, graham crackers and marshmallows, or savory options with smoked salmon.
The North Coast Food Trail includes Cannon Beach restaurants and features a variety of local culinary options that can be explored at your own pace.
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Restaurants in Manzanita
Most of the restaurants in Manzanita are located along Laneda Avenue.
Grab a coffee at Manzanita News & Espresso, plus a few pastries and locally made gifts while you’re at it.
Local pick: Big Wave Cafe serves seafood, steaks, burgers and breakfasts with a focus on local ingredients.
For pizza to go, Marzano’s Pizza Pie is the place for take out. It does get busy during peak times so plan accordingly.
For a nice lunch near the beach, Offshore Grill and Coffee House serves salads, soups and sandwiches. For fine dining in Manzanita, they offer more upscale options like seafood and steak for dinner.
Grocery in Manzanita
🍎 Manzanita Grocery and Deli – The Little Apple is a great local grocery store for picking up food before heading out to the beach. Customize your own made-to-order sandwich from the deli, grab some snacks and you’ll be all set for a picnic.
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Restaurants in Nehalem
Head to Riverside Fish n’ Chips on the Nehalem River for fast and friendly fish n’ chips with a river view.
Wanda’s Cafe + Bakery serves up hearty breakfasts and sandwiches for lunch, plus homemade breads, cinnamon rolls and baked goods.
Restaurants in Wheeler
For smoked salmon and bagels, NeahKahNie Smoke House in Wheeler is the spot. Don’t forget to grab extra to take home.
The Salmonberry serves local seafood, handmade pasta and woodfire pizza plus seasonal specials. On sunny days, the waterfront deck is a nice spot to sit and enjoy the view.
Restaurants in Rockaway Beach and Garibaldi
Most of the restaurants in Rockaway Beach are located along Highway 101.
When it rains on your hot dog buns, make corn dogs. At least that’s what George Boyington thought when he invented the corn dog 80 years ago right here in Rockaway Beach, Oregon.
Stop in at The Original Pronto Pup off highway 101 and grab a dog or two– they’re hand-dipped and made to order. Just look for the giant corn dog on the roof and the mechanical corn dog out front (yep, you can ride it)!
Beach Bakeshop makes fresh-baked Sand Dollar Hand Pies and flaky danishes along with savory breakfast and lunch options like bacon-cheddar biscuits, clam chowder and sandwiches.
The Old Oregon Smokehouse is a popular spot for fish and chips, chowder, crab melts and seafood (outside seating only).
Garibaldi Portside Bistro serves in-house smoked meats, seafood, sandwiches and gourmet burgers with a bayfront view.
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Restaurants in Tillamook
Tillamook Cheese
Locals may still call it “the cheese factory,” but Tillamook Creamery has a whole lot more going on these days. If you love cheese, ice cream, milkshakes, butter and all things dairy, take a free self-guided tour (samples included) of the rebuilt facility. Get a grilled cheese sandwich, cheeseburger or grab a scoop of marionberry pie ice cream if they have it. No reservations needed.
If you’d like a side of wine with your cheese, head over to Blue Heron French Cheese Company for a wine and cheese tasting. The deli serves soups, salads and sandwiches and the market also sells gourmet cheeses, charcuterie and gifts. Plus, there’s a petting zoo with goats, donkeys, chickens and ostriches and RV-friendly parking.
More Places to Eat in Tillamook
Some of the best restaurants in Tillamook are the food trucks. Check out the Flavors on 1st food truck pod on 1st Street and Ivy Avenue for some great options, like Smokin’ Steves BBQ smoked meats.
Antonette’s Kitchen is one of the highest-rated lunch spots in Tillamook serving deli sandwiches and homemade soups from their drive-through/walk-up food cart.
De Garde Brewing makes finely crafted, Northwest wild-yeast beer and Pelican Brewing is also nearby and offers upscale pub fare and shuffleboard.
For good, old-fashioned burgers, fries and milkshakes, the Dutch Mill Cafe serves them up properly in a nostalgic 50s-style diner.
Just 5 minutes south of Tillamook, Jandy Oyster Co. serves fresh, fried and smoked oysters in an outside garden setting.
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Restaurants in Oceanside
Roseanna’s Cafe is a cozy restaurant with a view in Oceanside. The menu features seafood, burgers, sandwiches and desserts including a homemade marionberry cobbler served warm with a sweet biscuit on top and ice cream.
Blue Agate Cafe is right next to Oceanside Oceanfront Cabins and serves breakfast burritos and omelets, plus sandwiches, tacos, seafood and chowder for lunch.
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Restaurants in Netarts
The Schooner Restaurant & Lounge is on Netarts Bay and offers seafood, burgers and pizza with a bay view.
Restaurants in Pacific City
Most of the restaurants in Pacific City are along Cape Kiwanda Drive or Brooten Road. You’ll find options from upscale to casual coastal-inspired menus and Pacific Northwest pub fare.
Pelican Brewing was born in this hard-to-miss ideal spot on Pacific City’s main beach. Sit and watch the dory boats come in with a local brew in hand. Outdoor seating is available when the weather is nice.
Stop in at the popular Grateful Bread Bakery for coffee, fresh-baked pastries, breakfast scrambles and lunch sandwiches.
The Riverhouse Nestucca serves seasonal fish, seafood and more from a small, rustic building on the riverfront. There are a handful of other eateries to try along this stretch of Brooten Road following the Nestucca River.
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Central Oregon Coast Restaurants
Southern Oregon Coast Restaurants
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