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Quick answer: Bell Buoy of Seaside is a long-running Oregon Coast seafood market and counter-service restaurant at 1800 S. Roosevelt Drive. The business dates to 1946, and its current restaurant menu lists white razor clam chowder alongside fish-and-chips baskets,...
Juicy burgers, crispy fries, and milkshakes made with ice cream right here from Oregon. There's nothing fancy about K & R drive in, but there doesn't need to be when you get the basics right, and boy do they have it right! If the burgers don't win you over, then...
Found in wine country in the charming small town of Newberg, Oregon, Rosmarino Osteria Italiana is a hidden gem for anyone craving authentic Italian cuisine. Led by the passionate chef and owner, Dario, this beloved local spot has become a must-visit destination for...
There’s something about the sight of a giant smile (and I mean giant) that can make anyone’s day, and in Oregon, there's a hillside that does just that every fall. Tucked away between the small towns of Willamina and Grande Ronde, there's a quirky landmark known as...
39 year old Robert Schock was hiking with his dog by the Chilliwack River in North Cascades National Park, Washington when something went terribly wrong. What was a nice day for hiking suddenly turned disastrous, and in Robert's case, almost deadly. Robert Schock Is...
If you're cruising through Albany, Oregon, and hunger strikes, ditch the fast food and make a beeline for Patty's Thai Kitchen. Tucked in next to a Love's truck stop, this food truck is a hidden treasure serving up some of the most mouthwatering Thai dishes along the...
Fall in Oregon is a magical time and there’s no better way to soak in the season than with a ride on the historic Sumpter Valley Railroad. As the weather cools and leaves in Northeast Oregon turn vibrant shades of gold, these vintage trains offer a one-of-a-kind...
As autumn sets in, there's no better way to savor the season than with a visit to the Apple Valley Country Store in Hood River, Oregon. Found along the scenic Hood River Fruit Loop, this charming country store celebrates the bounty of the local fall harvest with a...
Fall is almost here and I couldn't be more excited! Aside from gorgeous fall leaves and cool weather that makes for great fall hikes, autumn means pumpkin patch season, hot apple cider, and family trips to the corn maze. Just a short drive from downtown Portland,...
This Unassuming Little Market on the Oregon Coast is Home to a Family's Legendary Hot Dog If you find yourself cruising down Highway 101 on Oregon’s stunning southern coast, there’s a little spot you have to visit: The Langlois Market. Nestled between Bandon and Port...
Looking for the best breakfast in Salem? White's Restaurant has been a go-to spot since 1936. This place has been serving up some of the heartiest breakfasts you’ll find anywhere, and the history behind it only adds to the charm. Biscuits and gravy, scrambles and...
Do you remember your favorite pizza parlor from childhood? The one you used to go to with friends on a Friday night, or after Little League games with your family? Sometimes it feels to me like they just don't make pizza parlors like that anymore. Today when you go...