24 Best American Restaurants in Hood River

“Amazing food and service. Everything was of the highest quality. Can’t recommend enough“

“Love that the menu has things labeled as vegan or vegan friendly with notes on how to customize a dish. Vegan mac and cheese was the best Ive ever tried any where. There is also a veggie burger, farro bowl, and multiple loaded salads. Also some bomb appetizers.“

“Great food, great beer, great service. Highly recommend.“

“the food and service are always great. been eating there for years… they all know me!!“

“We were on our way home to LaGrande. Not sure if it was worth a ten mile trip off of 84 for a dinner stop. It is fabulous and now I wish I lived so much closer. Will definitely make the trip again!“

“We had a late opportunity to go out to eat after a rather long family meeting.
We called divots at 8:30 pm and although they closed at 9:00 pm said they would serve us if we could arrive for seating before close.
We were seated on the patio for our 10 family members' late meals. That atmosphere was great, as the evening was a perfect summer evening.
We basically all chose every dinner combination and were cooked and served perfectly to us in a timely manner.
We didn't feel in a rush by the restaurant to enjoy the meal, the company, and the great evening.
Thank you for your hospitality!

Kid-friendliness: The children enjoyed exploring the lake edge and the fountain as their Aunt enjoyed watching them play!
From the patio, we enjoyed seeing ourselves as youth back in the day playing as they were!

Wheelchair accessibility: Right from the parking lot to the pation is a wheel chair accessible concrete and covered walkway.“

“As a professional wedding planner, I had the great joy of working a wedding here in July and I was BLOWN AWAY by this venue, not only for it's views and architecture but also by it's company culture, customer service and love for clients. I have added this venue to our VIP Venue list for 2024+2025 which grants their clients a $200 discount on all wedding planning packages simply because we can't wait to work at this venue again!“

“Unforgettable Dining Experience – Worth Every Moment!

From the moment we stepped into Votum, we knew we were in for something special. This wasn’t just a meal—it was a meticulously crafted, three-hour culinary journey that exceeded every expectation.

Each course was a masterpiece, perfectly paced and beautifully presented. The flavors were bold yet refined, showcasing the chef’s creativity and skill. The attention to detail in both the food and service was unparalleled, making every bite an experience in itself.

To top it all off, we received a signed menu from the chef—a thoughtful touch that made the evening even more memorable. If you’re looking for an extraordinary dining experience that goes beyond just great food, Votum is a must-visit. Nathan and Sarah have created something very special.

We went for Valentine’s Day and had a set menu. Expect to invest time and money here. I’d recommend dressing up to elevate your own experience and pay respect to the restaurant and the culinary artistry.“

“We love this place, we have been staying here for over 20yrs. Just recently stayed there in December but unfortunately there was a ice storm. We still enjoyed our stay and the staff as always was AWESOME. We are heading down this weekend for our 37yr anniversary so looking forward to it.“

“Awesome breakfast spot! Delicious food and fast service.

Gluten free bagels were as good as the regular ones. And the fresh squeezed juice was an unexpected treat!

Dietary restrictions: Gluten Free bagels available“

“My husband and I always stop here when in town. Im vegan and my favorite is the breakfast bowl with salsa verde. Hands down in my top three favorite places to eat. The service is always outstanding! Thanks so much!“

“Egg River Cafe ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ On 5/18/22, I had breakfast at Egg River Cafe in Hood River, Oregon. They serve breakfast and lunch. It is my favorite Hood River spot for breakfast. I think it’s much better than Bette’s Place, which is another local favorite. In addition to having great Eggs Benedict ($13.95), I appreciated that they gave me cream for my coffee ($3.50) at no extra charge. And the service is always excellent. My server, Laura, was very warm and friendly. So was the nice young woman who accommodated my request for a booth with a window. I can’t say enough good things about this restaurant, the food, and the people who work there. Highly Recommended!!!“

“What a great experience! Great drinks, Great food , and amazing staff“

“Great food, great beer, great service. Highly recommend.“

“Best food in Hood River! And right up there with the top restaurants in Portland, as well. Tasty seafood options, steaks, pasta. Good variety, focusing on quality over quantity. Beautiful presentation. Desserts are top notch and in appropriate proportions. Having been here many times over the years, we drove an hour from Portland just for dinner on a beautiful day. The views from the deck are wonderful!“

“Nice environment, good service and prices. Food was very good.“

“Wonderful unique drinks. Best nachos ever!!!!! The staff were so nice!!!“

“So good!! Chris the owner is a wonderful lady! Highly recommend! :)“

“Food is consistent and cooked to order. A special shout out of appreciation to Tilly Jane’s as they will often get young teens in to grab a bite after school/before a game. The entire staff has always been gracious to the kids. Thank you for being welcoming to all ages (and for having a menu that even picky teens love).“

“Food was amazing! Best burger I've had in a long time. Sushi was the bomb!! Staff is awesome with fast service“

“The facilities have a somewhat run down look although this seems to be the vibe they are going for. Kind of that hole in the wall with great food feel. Everything was clean and kept up though. The food, appropriately enough, was quite good. My burger (their Trillium burger), cooked just right (medium) as requested was excellent. Juicy patty, soft bun, crisp bacon, and fresh fixings. Tater tots were crispy and well seasoned. They were somewhat busy for a late Sunday morning but service was still prompt and friendly. I intend on coming back when a craving for a good burger strikes.“

“Excellent Christian, Kid-Friendly Vacation Dining Experience

I did not know what to expect at first but when the valet taking our keys quoted Shakespeare I knew I was home! His bow was appropriately and respectably deep—his posture perfect as he turned and opened the door for my family to enter, offering me his arm to take my genuine 1917 Macy’s coyote fur coat and matching hat to the coat check.

The first thing I noticed once inside, besides an elegant Mozart sonata playing in the background (the Berlin harmonic, if I am not mistaken), was that all of the k9 companions were wearing little bow ties!!! So charming.

A sign etched in silver above the extravagantly adorned bar conveniently anounced the Wi-Fi password, and I was overjoyed to realize it referenced one of the most prescient of all the psalms—a considerate and heart warming detail.

In a wonderful nod to Americana, the amuse-bouche hors d’oeuvre was a mash up of “corn dogs” and “corn hole”, a delicious game of skill requiring physical agility and prowess.

The menu itself was an ode to rustic nostalgia—mozzarella sticks (free-range, and shipped overnight from an island off the coast of Italy then presented with an heirloom tomato reduction) were served in hand-blown Murano glass ramekins, and a deconstructed cheeseburger later arrived in a quartet of tasting plates. Each bite was a triumph of flavor and innovation, though the omission of a palate cleanser between courses was a slight disappointment.

My only minor complaint is that the silverware was not properly appointed, with soup and salad spoon-and-forks curiously reversed in placement, a faux pas that would not go unnoticed at even the most middling Parisian brasserie. While I appreciated the effort to present a soup spoon of sterling origin, its placement to the right of the dinner knife was a perplexing oversight of culinary etiquette.

The children especially enjoyed their dessert, which came in the form of an interactive s’mores-based reenactment of the Battle of Thermopoly, complete with a table-side blowtorch and imported Belgian chocolate “rocks!” (Though charming, the flambé nearly singed my husband’s cashmere ascot. A minor detail, but one to address for future evenings of refined revelry.)

All in all, a stellar establishment that, despite a few lapses in traditional finery, deserves accolades for its ambition and successful attempt to embody the feel of a “local dive bar.” Wonderful theme! Bravo!

Kid-friendliness: The children especially enjoyed their dessert, which came in the form of an interactive s’mores-based reenactment of the Battle of Thermopoly, complete with a table-side blowtorch and imported Belgian chocolate “rocks!”“

“We were there on a recent bus trip. Food was so flavorful, and scene was gorgeous. Wish we could have stayed longer.“

“We love Ferment for its social flare, great beer, tasty food and the best view of the Columba River Gorge!“