I have toyed around with putting together a list of places riders have enjoyed stopping for a meal or treat while out on the road. So here it is, and as a living document, we shall add to it as more inputs are received. Note – I have added the contributors name to the location so that you know who to blame when the heartburn starts…
Washington
- Frugal’s (Port Angeles, WA) – one of my favorite burger places on the Olympic Peninsula. Drive-thru only, even without the pandemic. Get creative. Use that tank bag. Get a shake. [Tim A.]
- Oak Table Cafe (Silverdale, WA and Sequim, WA) – great breakfast location, and they also serve lunch M-F (sorry, breakfast all day on Sa and Su). This is a local family owned place – mom owns the one in Sequim, daughter owns the one in Silverdale. [Tim A.]
- Maple Counter Cafe (Walla Walla, WA) – Owned by another daughter from the Oak Table family, food is just a s good! [Tim A.]
- Sweet River Bakery (Pateros, WA) – Located on the east side of the Cascades along the Columbia River, this little cafe serves very good sandwiches and fantastic treats. [Tim A.]
- Heidleburger (Leavenworth, WA) – A small little hamburger stand on the west side of town just before you head up into the Cascade Mountains. Great burgers, fries and shakes. [Tim A.]
- Blue Moose Cafe (Port Townsend, WA) – this place is a hidden little gem in the “industrial” section of Port Townsend. The only issue I have had with eating here is the inability to get up out of my chair when done. And the coffee is top notch. [Tim A.]
- Cinnamon Twisp Bakery (Twisp, WA) – Be sure to get a cinnamon twisp while visiting the destination in nearby Winthrop. [Patrick M.]
- The Hop Thief (Walla Walla, WA) – “Love their tap wall: where you get a credit card and can pour your own beer, wine, cider or sangria
. Food options are amazing too.” [Katy L.] - Alibi Tavern (Pomeroy, WA) – “The Tri-tip sandwich was simple but delicious and came slathered with a house-made BBQ sauce. The fries were perfect. The beer (Mac and Jacks) was cold. The owner/manager (Kristin) was very friendly and accommodating. Ethanol-free gas is across the street :)”. [Daniel D.]
- Calico Cupboard Cafe & Bakery (La Conner, WA) – “All day breakfast, bakery. Locations in Anacortes and Mt. Vernon, but LaConner I think is the original opened 40 yrs. ago.” [Andrew A.]
- Melany’s Bakery & Cafe (Usk, WA) – “Great baked goods and food. Works good with the 49 North location. Hours are usually 10 – 7, Tuesday thru Saturday. Home cooked food and baked goods.” [Bart R.]
- Amelia’s Hangar (Bremerton, WA) – good selection for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Located at the Bremerton National Airport. [Tim A.]
Oregon
- Deschutes Brewery Public House (Bend, OR) – great food, good beer, nice location in the heart of Bend near the Deschutes River and a nice park. [Tim A.]
- Fisherman’s Market (Eugene, OR) – “Another Triple-D joint. The dungeness crab dinner is to die for.” [Andrew A.]
- The Jersey Lilly Tavern (Roseburg, OR) – “Best burger in town.” [Andrew A.]
- 1188 Brewing (John Day, OR) – “Local wines, in-house beers, expansive menu considering they are out in “the sticks”. Meal we had there was fresh, perfectly prepared, in a chill venue.” [Jim W.]
- Imperial River Company (Maupin, OR) – “A hotel with on-site bar and restaurant on the shore of the Deschutes River. Overall really laid back vibe on the grounds. Nice greenspace and patio grounds with outdoor fire pit. Restaurant was frequented by locals when we were there, with plenty of indoor & outdoor seating. Poke Bowl with tuna was benchmark, and evening drinks were poured strong and shockingly affordable – especially since you’re in a captive audience.” [Jim W.]
Idaho
- The Breakfast Club (Moscow, ID) – hometown of my college education and my favorite breakfast place ever. Be careful – don’t bother going on a “parents” weekend! [Tim A.]
- Season’s Burgers and Bites (Lewiston, ID) – This little bistro style place serves a lot more than burgers! Try the sirloin bites with sweet potato fries. I dare you! [Tim A.]
- Meltz Extreme Grilled Cheese (Coeur d’Alene, ID) – “Try the “potsticker”. They won awards with this one, but all of their grilled sandwiches are “over the top” good!” [Andrew A.]
- Jimmy’s Down the Street (Coeur d’Alene, ID) – “Famous for their homemade cinnamon rolls. Triple-D recommended.” [Andrew A.]
Montana
- Tamarack Brewing Company (Lakeside, MT) – nice pub style restaurant with great food. [Tim A.]
- Echo Lake Cafe (Big Fork, MT) – great little breakfast place in the midst of the Flathead Valley southeast of Kalispell. [Tim A]
- Parker’s Restaurant (Drummond, MT) – “150+ burgers on the menu and they’re great.” Note – their website says closed on Sundays. [Rod B.]
- Jersey Boys Pizzeria (Whitefish, MT) – “Excellent New York style pizza and sandwiches as you roll into Whitefish.” [Doug O.]
California
- Alpine Drive-In (Burney, CA) – “Good Burgers!” [Gary W.]