Restaurants & SHOPPING in hood river
Originally settled as an agricultural area on the heels of the Lewis & Clark expedition, with some of the most fertile soil at the base of Mt Hood, the Hood River Valley produces some of the world’s best apples, pears, and many other fruits. Naturally, the area has evolved into a culinary center featuring Northwest cuisine at its best.
Dining
Breakfast
Egg Harbor
1313 Oak Street, Hood River,
541-386-1127.
Great breakfast with lots of options for adults and kids. They have nice
daily specials. They are busy on the weekends so you need to get there early!
Bette’s Place
416 Oak Street, Hood River,
541-386-1880.
This is a family-run eatery offering breakfast plates, burgers and the BEST
homemade cinnamon rolls in town! Also, a very busy spot on the weekends!
Riverside Grill
1108 E Marina Drive, Hood River,
541-386-4410.
This spot is located in The Best Western Hood River Inn, right on
the Columbia River with amazing scenic views. It has a wonderful breakfast and great dinner featuring locally sourced Italian cuisine & Oregon wines. You will definitely need to make reservations!
Kickstand Coffee & Kitchen
1235 State St, Hood River,
541-436-0016.
A wonderful menu of unique dishes for any meal. Featuring
10-Speed Coffee Roasters. Outdoor patio, full service bar with a nice sampling of beer and cider hosted by one of the Gorge’s best
bar tenders. Live music on the weekends.
Dinner
3 Rivers Grill
601 Oak Street, Hood River,
541-386-8883,
Located in Downtown Hood River, Fine dining in an upscale yet relaxed
atmosphere with spectacular Columbia river views. Also a great bar. Make reservations!
Sixth Street Bistro
509 Cascade Ave, Hood River,
541-386-5737.
Located in downtown Hood River, it is a homey American eatery
with patio seating serving locally sourced burgers & salads, plus wine & beer.
Andrew’s Pizza,
107 Oak Street, Hood River
541-386-1448.
In the heart of downtown Hood River. Andrew’s is also Skylight Theater. The pizzeria serves great ‘za’ and wonderful homemade salads and deserts. The theater has large comfortable lounge chairs.
Celilo Restaurant and Bar
14 Oak Street, Hood River
541-386-5710.
Woodsy-chic New American dining featuring locally sourced
ingredients, Oregon wine & beer. Full service bar with exceptional staff.
Sushi Okalani
109 1st Street, Hood River,
541-386-7423.
This is a fun sushi spot, quaint and popular. You can only make reservations for parties of 6 or more otherwise you have to go to the restaurant to put your name on the list for a table, then go upstairs and have a drink at Celilo while you wait.
Solstice Wood Fire Pizza and Bar
501 Portway Ave, Hood River,
541-436-0800.
A busy pizza place at the water front with great food. A children’s playground is across the street for entertainment while you wait…
Divots Restaurant
605 Brookside Drive, Hood River.
This place is located at the Indian Creek Golf Course. It has outdoor seating
with an amazing view of Mount Hood. Very good food for all ages!
Hood River Taqueria
1210 13th Street, Hood River,
541-387-3300.
The best Mexican food in town. Great outdoor seating and tasty
Margaritas!
Wicked Sushi and Burgers,
101 4th Street, Hood River,
541-436-2787.
Weird combination but both the burgers and sushi are really
good.
Pietro’s Pizza
107 2nd Street, Hood River,
541-386-1607.
Kids place all the way. Good pizza and a salad bar with lots of video
games. Nice, but noisy spot to entertain the kids….
Romul’s Italian
315 Oak St, Hood River,
541-436-4444.
Treat yourself to excellent Italian cuisine, hosted by Romul and his family.
Riverside Grill
1108 E Marina Drive, Hood River,
541-386-4410.
This spot is located in The Best Western, right on the Columbia
River with amazing scenic views. It has a wonderful breakfast and great dinner featuring locally sourced Italian cuisine & Oregon
wines. You will definitely need to make reservations!
Lunch/ Snacks/ Other
Gorge White House
2265 HWY 35, Hood River,
541-386-2828.
A great place to relax and let the kids run. You can wander through
the orchards, pick flowers, enjoy a sampling of local wine, beer and cider. The BBQ is fantastic. Don’t forget to check out the historic home on site too.
Mike’s Ice Cream
504 Oak Street, Hood River.
A Hood River staple! You must go after a good meal in town, it is typically open until
around 11PM on the weekends
Farm Stand
1009 12th St., Hood River,
541-386-4203.
Wholesome and thoughtful organic fare with a bountiful whole food market. Grab breakfast or lunch, and check out the organic market attached for some special locally sourced food for in-home cooking.
SHOPPING
Downtown Hood River is a fun place to spend time exploring the locally owned boutiques and gifts shops. Shopping is tax-free in Oregon! From Waucoma Book store with a unique selection of books, to The Ruddy Duck featuring clothes inspired by fashion, function and freedom of expression for men and women. There is no shortage of unique boutiques including Pistil Designs headwear and accessories, Chemistry Jewelry store, Doug Sports curated casualwear….All located on or close to Oak Street in Downtown Hood River.