The most enjoyable dining experience we have ever had. The 5 course tasting menu was amazing. The owners and staff so very efficient and friendly. Thank you for giving us this wonderful memory.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ryan \u0026 Katelyn
We had a wonderful experience at the Bay House. The five-course meal was exceptional—beautifully prepared and absolutely delicious. The staff was attentive and welcoming, and the atmosphere was elegant yet relaxed. Every detail was thoughtfully executed, and we enjoyed every moment. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Natasha
My husband and I chose this place to celebrate his birthday, and it turned out to be an experience we will always remember. From the moment we arrived, the staff made him feel genuinely special and went out of their way to make the night feel celebratory and personal. The service was thoughtful, attentive, and warm throughout the entire evening. The drinks were absolutely delicious, beautifully crafted, and paired perfectly with each course. We enjoyed multiple courses, each one feeling intentional, well paced, and full of flavor. Nothing felt rushed, and every detail was handled with care. It was clear that the team truly values hospitality and creating memorable experiences for their guests. This was not just a meal but a full dining experience, and it was the perfect way to celebrate such an important occasion together.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brian Z
Absolutely incredible restaurant and experience. My wife and I recently discovered the restaurant and made a reservation - and we're so glad we did! Whether a local or out of towner, put The Bay House on your list of exceptional restaurants to visit ASAP!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Blake Wisz
Seriously, one of the best experiences I’ve had dinning in 5 years. Food. Space. Team. Amazing. Don’t be cheap. Go for it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rhea Geelan
My family of 8 enjoyed relaxing atmosphere, wonderful chefs tasting menu with wine pairing!! The owner and staff gave great attention to every detail, from first course to last! Great family memories ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aron Geelan
Really nice ambiance in a historic building. They had amazing food and service to match. We did the tasting menu and everyone in our group was impressed at the quality and execution of each of the dishes. I highly recommend this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ziki
The restaurant is situated in a former church. It's wine bottles are arranged on racks all around you like library shelves, which creats a very unique feel (though might not be ideal for storing wines). Maureen and Steve, the proprietors, were super friendly and were happy to share their story. Was a real fun evening!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Michael Mangione
It's not often that you find a jewel like this restaurant in Dayton Oregon. Yes, we loved our time with the Bay House when they had residency at Salishan near Lincoln City. But happily those days are done and The Bay House has found its home in an intimate sanctuary that was at one time a church. The square in Dayton provides the prefect back drop for this awesome restaurant.
We opted for the tasting menu which was expertly delivered by Amanda. Each course was cooked to perfection, served hot, and absolutely delectable. We just enjoyed ourselves and didn't take any photos, but suffice it to say that the food was expertly prepared and delivered to table in fine fashion.
If you've read this far, we enjoyed another prominent restaurant's tasting menu last night, and while good, was not at all comperable to the Bay House and was less than half the price. If you're in Dayton or McMinnville, go here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kim Kimpton
Our night at the Bay House was incredible! From the warm and humorous greeting by the owner to the excellent service and remarkable, delicious food. Start to finish it was hands down the best restaurant experience I have ever had.
My wife and I stopped in on a whim, just hoping to enjoy a cocktail. We quickly learned they were dinner-only service, but to our surprise, they made an exception for us. From the moment we sat down, Maureen and Steve (owners) made quite the impression. They shared their story with us, and we couldn’t believe the serendipity—having moved their restaurant from Lincoln City to Dayton and opening their doors on the very day of our wedding.
The espresso martini was absolutely to die for, and the burrata was something you’d expect to find at The French Laundry—truly unforgettable. What started as a casual stop turned into one of the best dining experiences we’ve ever had. We can’t wait to bring our family back so they can experience just how special this place is.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bill B
The Bay House recently moved from the coast to Dayton, which is fast becoming the restaurant town of wine country. They have beautifully renovated an old church into an intimate and warm restaurant. They have two prix fixe offerings and one of the largest wine lists you will see in any restaurant. Every dish we had was delicious, creative and beautifully presented. Our server was attentive and cheerful. You can’t go wrong with this restaurant.
Kand Stoebe
Amanda was our server. She was very knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. The food and service was outstanding!!! A must try if in the area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cynthia Morgan
This restaurant is easily the equal of high-end, big-city establishments I've visited over the years and definitely in my top 5 all-time favorites. My fiance and I were staying in the area, looked around for a local place to have a nice dinner.
Nice dinner? Understatement. The restaurant itself is small, very intimate, and obviously for wine lovers (wine racks line most of the available wallspace and there are some lovely vineyard abstracts on the rest). The staff is very friendly and attentive, knowledgeable about the menu and the local wines, and obviously eager to give patrons a great experience.
Mostly, though, it's the food that we remember. We ordered the five-course tasting menu, and found it delightful. The salad was perfectly prepared and presented (and delicious), the halibut was great, the filet nearly fell apart, it was so tender. Our favorite, however, was the pheasant, rich, flavorful, and absolutely wonderful. Our server brought us sourdough bread fresh from the oven that was exactly right (I've been baking sourdough breads for years, and have sometimes despaired that there are so very few great bread bakeries in Portland, but this was as good as anything I make).
The desserts were delicious (my favorite was the creme brulee); the only nit I could pick was that they all had approximately the same creamy texture; it would have been nice to have a little more variety.
We ordered the tasting flight of wines as well, and here you might want to exercise a little caution: One order works beautifully for two people. We ordered two; our server brought out two carafes of each wine. The carafe easily held at least two glassfuls, enough for both of us, so a single order is probably ample.
Our meal wasn't inexpensive, certainly (about $350), so this probably isn't a place we'll regularly drop by for a quick bite. If you have a very special occasion, however, it's one of the best bets in Oregon and more than worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Donald Nimz
I’ve enjoyed the Bay House for over 40 years, starting in there location in Lincoln City. Excellent food, friendly staff every meal is an experience.
The most enjoyable dining experience we have ever had. The 5 course tasting menu was amazing. The owners and staff so very efficient and friendly. Thank you for giving us this wonderful memory.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had a wonderful experience at the Bay House. The five-course meal was exceptional—beautifully prepared and absolutely delicious. The staff was attentive and welcoming, and the atmosphere was elegant yet relaxed. Every detail was thoughtfully executed, and we enjoyed every moment. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My husband and I chose this place to celebrate his birthday, and it turned out to be an experience we will always remember. From the moment we arrived, the staff made him feel genuinely special and went out of their way to make the night feel celebratory and personal. The service was thoughtful, attentive, and warm throughout the entire evening. The drinks were absolutely delicious, beautifully crafted, and paired perfectly with each course. We enjoyed multiple courses, each one feeling intentional, well paced, and full of flavor. Nothing felt rushed, and every detail was handled with care. It was clear that the team truly values hospitality and creating memorable experiences for their guests. This was not just a meal but a full dining experience, and it was the perfect way to celebrate such an important occasion together.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely incredible restaurant and experience. My wife and I recently discovered the restaurant and made a reservation - and we're so glad we did! Whether a local or out of towner, put The Bay House on your list of exceptional restaurants to visit ASAP!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Seriously, one of the best experiences I’ve had dinning in 5 years. Food. Space. Team. Amazing. Don’t be cheap. Go for it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My family of 8 enjoyed relaxing atmosphere, wonderful chefs tasting menu with wine pairing!!
The owner and staff gave great attention to every detail, from first course to last!
Great family memories ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really nice ambiance in a historic building. They had amazing food and service to match. We did the tasting menu and everyone in our group was impressed at the quality and execution of each of the dishes. I highly recommend this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The restaurant is situated in a former church. It's wine bottles are arranged on racks all around you like library shelves, which creats a very unique feel (though might not be ideal for storing wines). Maureen and Steve, the proprietors, were super friendly and were happy to share their story. Was a real fun evening!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
It's not often that you find a jewel like this restaurant in Dayton Oregon. Yes, we loved our time with the Bay House when they had residency at Salishan near Lincoln City. But happily those days are done and The Bay House has found its home in an intimate sanctuary that was at one time a church. The square in Dayton provides the prefect back drop for this awesome restaurant.
We opted for the tasting menu which was expertly delivered by Amanda. Each course was cooked to perfection, served hot, and absolutely delectable. We just enjoyed ourselves and didn't take any photos, but suffice it to say that the food was expertly prepared and delivered to table in fine fashion.
If you've read this far, we enjoyed another prominent restaurant's tasting menu last night, and while good, was not at all comperable to the Bay House and was less than half the price. If you're in Dayton or McMinnville, go here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Our night at the Bay House was incredible! From the warm and humorous greeting by the owner to the excellent service and remarkable, delicious food. Start to finish it was hands down the best restaurant experience I have ever had.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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My wife and I stopped in on a whim, just hoping to enjoy a cocktail. We quickly learned they were dinner-only service, but to our surprise, they made an exception for us. From the moment we sat down, Maureen and Steve (owners) made quite the impression. They shared their story with us, and we couldn’t believe the serendipity—having moved their restaurant from Lincoln City to Dayton and opening their doors on the very day of our wedding.
The espresso martini was absolutely to die for, and the burrata was something you’d expect to find at The French Laundry—truly unforgettable. What started as a casual stop turned into one of the best dining experiences we’ve ever had. We can’t wait to bring our family back so they can experience just how special this place is.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Bay House recently moved from the coast to Dayton, which is fast becoming the restaurant town of wine country. They have beautifully renovated an old church into an intimate and warm restaurant. They have two prix fixe offerings and one of the largest wine lists you will see in any restaurant. Every dish we had was delicious, creative and beautifully presented. Our server was attentive and cheerful. You can’t go wrong with this restaurant.
Amanda was our server. She was very knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. The food and service was outstanding!!! A must try if in the area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This restaurant is easily the equal of high-end, big-city establishments I've visited over the years and definitely in my top 5 all-time favorites. My fiance and I were staying in the area, looked around for a local place to have a nice dinner.
Nice dinner? Understatement. The restaurant itself is small, very intimate, and obviously for wine lovers (wine racks line most of the available wallspace and there are some lovely vineyard abstracts on the rest). The staff is very friendly and attentive, knowledgeable about the menu and the local wines, and obviously eager to give patrons a great experience.
Mostly, though, it's the food that we remember. We ordered the five-course tasting menu, and found it delightful. The salad was perfectly prepared and presented (and delicious), the halibut was great, the filet nearly fell apart, it was so tender. Our favorite, however, was the pheasant, rich, flavorful, and absolutely wonderful. Our server brought us sourdough bread fresh from the oven that was exactly right (I've been baking sourdough breads for years, and have sometimes despaired that there are so very few great bread bakeries in Portland, but this was as good as anything I make).
The desserts were delicious (my favorite was the creme brulee); the only nit I could pick was that they all had approximately the same creamy texture; it would have been nice to have a little more variety.
We ordered the tasting flight of wines as well, and here you might want to exercise a little caution: One order works beautifully for two people. We ordered two; our server brought out two carafes of each wine. The carafe easily held at least two glassfuls, enough for both of us, so a single order is probably ample.
Our meal wasn't inexpensive, certainly (about $350), so this probably isn't a place we'll regularly drop by for a quick bite. If you have a very special occasion, however, it's one of the best bets in Oregon and more than worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’ve enjoyed the Bay House for over 40 years, starting in there location in Lincoln City. Excellent food, friendly staff every meal is an experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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