The 42 Best Oregon Mom & Pop Restaurants to Eat At in 2026
We're going a bit out on a limb here at That Oregon Life. This story began as a sort of "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives" compilation, but after a giant list of my own and a slew…
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This Beloved Tigard Restaurant Has Been Serving Comfort (And Legendary Pie) Since 1979
There are restaurants you try once… and then there are the ones you grow up with. The ones where the coffee is always hot, the booths feel like they’ve heard a thousand stories, and the pie…
Best Tide Pools on the Oregon Coast: Where to Go and How to Plan Around Low Tide
There are few experiences on the Oregon Coast that rival the quiet thrill of tide pooling. Planning a longer trip? Use our Oregon Coast travel guide to choose towns, beaches, lodging, and road-trip stops. Give me…
The Best Drive In in America Is Right Here in Oregon and Summer Is the Perfect Time to Go
There’s something about nostalgia that hits a little deeper in the summertime. Maybe it’s the longer evenings, the golden light stretching just a bit farther, or the way simple moments seem to carry more meaning. Nostalgia…
This Pumpkin Patch In Oregon Has Apple Cider Floats That’ll Put Your Pumpkin Spice Latte To Shame
If your family is looking for a delightful day trip in Oregon, French Prairie Gardens in St. Paul is one of those heartwarming places that feels like a hug from the countryside. It's part garden center,…
This Small Town Oregon Diner Serves Fried Chicken So Good It Tastes Like Grandma Made It
Dig into giant plates of all-day breakfast, fried chicken, and comfort food classics at Screamin’ Chicken Diner in Gaston, where every bite feels like a warm hug from grandma’s kitchen.
Once A Shoe Grease Factory In The 1920s, This Oregon Warehouse Is Now A Foodie Paradise
Hip, down to earth vibes, amazing fresh food, and sustainable products aren't exactly the type of thing you'd expect in an old shoe grease factory but that’s exactly what makes Mac Market in McMinnville so special.
This Cute Little Oregon B&B On Chehalem Mountain Has Stunning Valley Views
Great views, cozy comfort, and a property surrounded by stunning nature all make The Owl's Nest Inn Bed And Breakfast a must stay.
Are You Ready For The “Big One?” Most Oregon Highways Will Be Knocked Out
Are you prepared for grocery stores to be empty? For roads into and out of your area to be so damaged that travel by road will likely be impossible for months, or potentially even years afterwards?
Locals Swear by This This Humble Mexican Taqueria for Some of the Most Authentic Street Tacos in Oregon
I’ll be the first to admit it—I’m obsessed with street tacos. There’s something magical about that perfect bite of tender meat, fresh toppings, and a warm tortilla that can literally turn a sad day into a…
The Parade’s On Pause, But Halloweentown in Oregon Is Still a Halloween Favorite
Don’t miss out on this Halloween wonderland! Get revved up for the haunted hot rod show, entertainers, haunted house, Oddities Museum, Alien Experience, food, and games at the Boo Bash Pavilion.
Your Plate Will Be Overflowing With Italian Goodness At This Oregon Eatery
This is a place where good food, good wine, and good company come together in the best possible way.