From James Beard caliber restaurants in wine country to fresh-off-the-boat seafood on the coast, Oregon's food scene is extraordinary. Here is your guide to the best of what the Willamette Valley and Oregon Coast have to offer.
The Willamette Valley is a food lover's paradise. Farm-to-table is not a marketing phrase here. It is a philosophy rooted in the region's incredible agricultural bounty. From McMinnville's Third Street to downtown Newberg, the dining scene is world-class.
Ratings and review counts shown are as published by the listed restaurant's own pages and directories at the time of writing; they change, so always check the restaurant directly. Last updated: October 16, 2026.
McMinnville
Acclaimed seasonal tasting menu at the Tributary Hotel, praised by Vogue.
Newberg
Outstanding Italian restaurant in downtown Newberg, rated 4.8 with 238 reviews.
Newberg
Upscale fine dining at The Allison Inn & Spa. Farm-to-table elegance.
Dundee
Fine wine country dining with Oregon ingredients and an excellent wine list.
McMinnville
Top-rated farm-to-table using pasture-raised meats and seasonal produce.
McMinnville
Local brewpub with excellent food, beer, and a beautiful setting.
McMinnville
Highly rated cafe and restaurant, a local favorite.
One of the true joys of living in the Willamette Valley is the access to fresh, local food. Farmers markets are a weekly ritual in communities large and small, where growers bring the best of the season.
The largest in the Willamette Valley, with local produce, artisan goods, and prepared foods.
Among the best in Oregon, with local produce and artisan foods.
One of the largest and best in the Valley.
Seasonal fresh produce and local crafts.
A vibrant downtown market with local growers and artisans.
Seasonal produce and artisan goods connecting two communities.
The Oregon Coast's dining scene is shaped by the Pacific. Fresh Dungeness crab, Chinook salmon, razor clams, and oysters are on menus up and down the coast. From Astoria's historic waterfront to the breweries of Pacific City, coastal dining is an experience.
Pacific City
Beachfront brewery with award-winning beers and stunning ocean views.
Wheeler
Award-winning seafood with stunning Nehalem Bay views.
Oceanside
Classic coastal dining spot with bay windows overlooking the ocean.
Cannon Beach
Oceanfront dining with panoramic views of Haystack Rock.
Newport
Working waterfront lined with seafood markets and restaurants serving the day's catch.
Oregon has been pouring world-class beer since the mid-1980s, and today the state is home to hundreds of craft breweries, from oceanfront brewpubs like Pelican to the tall tap halls of Bend. It is a point of state pride, and a delicious reason to take the scenic drive.
The names below are the standbys travelers ask about first. New brewers open every year, so let this be your starting glass, not the last one.
Bend
The Bend pioneer pouring since 1988, known for Black Butte Porter, Mirror Pond Pale Ale, and the winter Jubelale.
Pacific City
Oregon's beachfront brewpub, built on the sand with the Kiwanda Cream Ale and unmatched surf views.
Bend
Bend's friendly brewhouse with a big patio, known for a west coast IPA lineup and an easy porch culture.
Bend
The local cult favorite: RPM IPA and a no-frills taproom built for beer talk.
Hood River
The family-owned Gorge gem,with award-winning West Coast IPAs and barrel talent.
Hood River
The riverfront pioneer brewing since 1987: Session Lager and great Gorge views.
Newport
Headquartered at the Oregon Coast,where Dead Guy Ale flows and the bayfront pub pours it.
Portland
One of Oregon's most decorated brewers,with several brewhouses across the city.
Corvallis
A Corvallis favorite: a working brewery with a lively downtown pub and kitchen.
Astoria
Brewery and distillery house at Astoria,best known for Vortex IPA and riverside evenings.
Oregon is home to hundreds of craft breweries worth tasting across the state. The Oregon Brewers Guild publishes the definitive, always-updated directory at oregoncraftbeer.org for a full, current list. Cheers, and cio.
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