----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Astro Lounge www.barview.net 147 NW Minnesota Ave. Bend 541-388-011 Bend's chic urban night spot. Over 25 Specialty Martinis paired with a menu featuring comfort foods. Check out the upstairs lounge with comfy leather sofas, mirrored candles, and oversized chairs. Try the "Astrodisiac" martini for two, paired with the super fresh fish tacos, gouda cheese fondue, coconut prawns, or Tahini chicken spears. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bend Brewing Company www.bendbrewingco.com 1019 NW Brooks St. Bend 541-383-1599 GREAT brews and a menu that will satisfy everyone in your group. The Thai Crab Cakes are unbelievably good, and the burgers and pastas will stand up against any fine dining restaurant in town. Whatever the fresh fish is, try it as a sandwich with the home fries.. a nice combo with great flavors. Enjoy delicious hand-crafted ales, great food and friendly service right next to Mirror Pond. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bendistillery Martini Bar www.bendistillery.com/bnds_martini.html 850 NW Brooks St. Bend 541-388-6868 Bend's little secret, with the best martinis in town! All of the vodka and gin is made from scratch here in Bend, and has won national awards as to it's flavor. I'm not a gin gal, but friends that are rave about it's true juniper berry flavor and slight numbing quality. The vodkas are spectacular -- try the ever-popular lemon drop, or the Crater Lake Espresso martini (my fave). Most are served out of a giant glass jar with a large soup spoon, adding to the atmosphere or "hometown" flavor of this spot. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Blue Fish Bistro 718 Franklin Ave. Bend 541-330-0663 By far the best restaurant in Bend... and within walking distance of the cottage. I am amazed at the absolutely PERFECT flavors and presentation of each dish we've ever had here. I recommend the Ahi Firecrackers or the Seared Scallops for an appetizer, and for an entree try the steak or the seared halibut in a lemon thyme buerre blanc -- truly magnificent! I cannot say enough about this restaurant. Even though the food will tempt you to eat every last morsel, be sure to save room for the best homemade tiramisu this side of Italy. Reservations are recommended. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cork 150 NW Oregon St. Bend 541-382-6881 One of the best restaurants in the entire Northwest (as listed in Pacific Rim Magazine and also MY opinion, which counts even more!) is found here in lil' Bend, Oregon. Try the ahi poke appetizer (served with the RARELY FOUND genuine wasabi -- only grown in Japan and Lincoln City, Oregon), or the pressed duck salad with hoisen dressing. WOW - what a treat! Chef Greg Unruh is an expert in the kitchen, and any one of the items on his menu will surprise and impress you. Wine Spectator has bestowed many awards to Cork's wine list, so you'll be sure to have a glass (or bottle) of something very special. One of the finest restaurants I have ever experienced. Reservations are recommended. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- D & D Bar and Grill www.homestead.com/ddbargrill 927 NW Bond St. Bend 541-382-4592 Late night? Big portions? Deep fried foods your favorite, and do you like to smoke? Bend's oldest and most notorious bar and "diner"... large portions and big drinks are here -- the only restaurant open at 6 a.m. serving steaks, video poker and whiskey shots. You get the idea... -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Deschutes Brewery www.deschutesbrewery.com 1044 NW Bond St. Bend 541-382-9242 If you haven't heard of the Deschutes Brewery, what are you doing in Bend? The best micro-brews available in the entire U.S of A, and a great menu to match. The crowd these days is half locals, half tourists, and can get loud at times. If you love brew pubs, this is the place for you! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- McMenamin's www.mcmenamins.com 700 NW Bond St. Bend 541-382-5174 The latest hot spot in Bend with plenty to look at -- from the luxurious Turkish Bath (at $5 per soak) to the large screen viewing room for movies or sporting events -- there's tons of brews and cocktails to keep everyone in your party happy. Food has improved tremendously since opening in 2004, but plan on waiting at least 45 minutes for a table if you choose to sit in the restaurant during prime time (which happens to be the only non-smoking area on the entire property). Otherwise there are 3 separate bars to check out with lots more eye-candy. If anything, walk through just to check out the amazing decor, then keep on walkin'.... ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Merenda www.merendarestaurant.com 900 NW Wall Street Bend 541-330-2304 Bend's most "See and Be Seen" restaurant, opened by internationally renowned chef Jody Denton. Merenda is known for it's ever-changing menu with an emphasis on fresh, seasonal ingredients. The wine bar is fantastic, with numerous award-winning glasses to choose from, as well as an impressive brandy, bourbon, tequila, and dessert cordials menu. This restaurant and bar are packed nightly, so reservations are recommended. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Parrilla Grill 635 NW 14th Street 541-617-9600 This little restaurant is home of some BIG flavors, loosely based on a Baja-style menu. The Bombay Burrito has fresh spinach and tangy chutney, and the Wrap of Khan is spicy and unique. From fajitas to smoked salmon wraps, this inexpensive restaurant is funky and comfortable, and definitely a locals hangout. Enjoy the "Uncle Wedgie" margaritas (homemade and some of the best I've had) out on the sunny deck, or during the winter, wear your gear straight from the mountain and inhale hot food while swapping stories. Don't miss this one! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sidelines Sports Bar 1020 NW Wall St. Bend 541-385-8898 Sports your thing? How about 10, no 20, no 30+ televisions with every sports event televised? This is a large pub-style bar with many pool tables, video poker machines, and a full bar with a chilled Jaegermeister machine on the premises. The menu is limited, but everything is very good and served in large portions. They have the BEST artichoke jalapeno dip I've ever had, and it's almost a dinner-sized portion with all of the grilled bread served with it! Ask the bartender for a "Friend of a Friend" to try a unique drink created by regulars... -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Taj Palace 917 NW Wall St. Bend 541-330-0774 Truly authentic Indian food with some of the friendliest service one could ask for. Lunch is a steal, with a full hot buffet for under $6. Vegetarian entrees abound, as well as traditional lamb and chicken dishes. There isn't a lounge, however beer and wine are available. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The Lodge by Cascade Lakes Brewery www.cascadelakes.com 1441 S.W. Chandler Ave Bend 541-388-4998 Located on Bend's west side, it's the first place off of Mt. Bachelor! Full lunch and dinner menus, pool tables, big screen T.V.'s and the full lineup of hand crafted Cascade Lakes beer. I like the Cascade Blonde Ale or seasonal Grizzly Mountain Stout, and the generous portions of dirty martinis. The menu is decent pub fare, with the top accolades going to the very authentic salmon Caesar salad, the fish tacos only available (WHY?!?) on Tuesday evenings, and the variety of homemade soups in the winter. |
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