Restaurant Review

SOUTHSHORE RESTAURANT REVIEW

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APRIL'S AT NYE BEACH 749 NW 3rd St, Newport Ph 541-265-6855

We have found April's to be a very cozy little restaurant, nestled in the heart of historic Nye Beach with great food/service. Loved the seafood cannelloni last time and still dream about the wonderful chocolate cheesecake I had! Have heard it's best to stay away from some menu items.
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Reviewed by Donna Wagaman

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ARR PLACE 143 SW Cliff St, Newport Ph 541-265-4240

I think that in Newport, our favorite restaurant is ARR's. (The name stands for Amy, Robert and Rebecca....the owners and their daughter.) The food is always wonderful...the dinner entrée changes frequently- breakfast there is a real treat and we've come to like Amy and Robert immensely.
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Reviewed by Liz Winter.

We had breakfast at ARR's recently on Liz's recommendation and it was wonderful. We had the Sunday brunch special, risotto crab cakes. YUM. Rating:
Reviewed by Donna Wagaman

We are clearly fortunate to have ARR's Restaurant in Newport. Far from being a tourist place, A & R share their passion for food in every plate they serve. For a special treat, try them for dinner as well as breakfast or lunch! Rating: Unquestionably..................... !!
Reviewed by Gary Smith

BLACKFISH CAFE 2733 NW Hwy 101, Lincoln City Ph 541-996-1007.

This is currently my very favorite restaurant. Be sure and try the onion rings. The ambiance is a little bit austere and does not feel very private, but the food is worth it. When dining there recently we ordered the Parmesan Crusted Rockfish plate, and it was TO DIE FOR! We were both so excited about it, that we convinced four people at the neighboring booth to order the same!!
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Reviewed by Chick Olinger.

THE JOEL PALMER HOUSE RESTAURANT 600 Ferry St, Dayton Ph 503-864-2995

This is the restaurant I want to recommend. If you wanted to plan a wonderful dinner on the way to Portland this place is not too far off the main road and well worth it. It is the best I have been to in Oregon. Details on menu, location etc. are all here on their site. Rating:
Reviewed by Carla Kelly

I want to second Carla Kelly's review of this restaurant. Expensive, but great food, wine and excellent service in beautiful surroundings. Rating:
Reviewed by Stu Didtel

LUM YUEN Chinese Restaurant 1236 Price Road, SE Albany (Exit 233 I-5) Ph 541-928-8866

Great Chinese food and nice stop if you're hungry before cutting over to the coast. Located right at the end of the Albany airport runway. Rating:
Reviewed by Donna Wagaman

THE SIDE DOOR CAFE 6675 Gleneden Beach Loop Road, Gleneden Beach Ph 541 764-3825.

Located 5 miles north of Depoe Bay in the Eden Hall building. We love the atmosphere and the "fusion" cuisine. I always get a piece of the chef's Key Lime Pie...the best I've ever had!! I rate it
Reviewed by Donna Wagaman

TINA'S 760 Highway 99w Dundee, OR 97115 Ph 503-538-8880.

We have eaten at this restaurant for many years and have not had a bad meal. The menu is different from the routine restaurant menus. The owners and chefs are Tina Bergen and David Bergen. The prices are on the expensive side but worth it. The local wineries owners have dinners here. I would compare them to the Palmer house except they do not have the great location. Open from 5:00PM 7 days for dinner. Rating: 1/2...because of the location.
Reviewed by Stu Didtel

WHALE COVE INN 2345 SW Hwy 101, Depoe Bay Ph 541-765-2255 (This restaurant may be closed again)

If you want one of the most scenic ocean views while enjoying a nice meal at reasonable prices, go to the Whale Cove Inn just south of Depoe Bay. Be sure to ask for a window seat. Rating:
Reviewed by Larry & Flo Christian

October 2002. Whale Cove Inn was recently purchased by new owners, remodeled and reopened after a long closure, as you all may have noticed. My sister and I tried it for the first time last week, and it is every bit as good as it ever was! We each had a bowl of clam chowder and shared a halibut fish and chips plate! Both were excellent! I highly recommend the Whale Cove Inn! (They also make a gangbusters Bloody Mary!) Rating: (Saving Five for High End Gourmet!)
Reviewed by Chick Olinger