Blue Ox Bar
27500 E W Leg Rd, Government Camp
(503) 272-3391
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Went there on Saturday and it was so bizarre. There was one party in front of me and it took like 15 minutes to get their drinks and order.
First they ordered shots and the bartender wouldn't serve them because they didn't have ID.
Then one of the guys ordered a beer. She went and got a beer.
Then the other guy ordered some rum and coconut drink and the bartender disappeared to find malibu or rum or whatever in the back room. Then she returned and made his drink.
Then one of the guys tried to order a drink but she wouldn't serve him. So then he ordered a Shirley Temple. She left and made a Shirley Temple.
Then they decided to order a pizza so the asked questions about the menu and finally ordered.
They tried to charge it to the room but they hadn't checked in. Then they split the tab between two credit cards. Three drinks and a pizza split on two cards.
I was standing there the entire time waiting for these people to order. I couldn't figure out if this was a normal interaction or if it was some bizarre ritual.
I felt so frustrated waiting for these people for 15 minutes when all I wanted was beer. I don't know if I am overreacting or not. I felt ashamed I was so upset. But it was so enraging watching these customers order, the staff running around stocking the bar, and this poor bartender catering to these people who acted like they had never been to a bar before.
There are three bars at Timberline Lodge. You should probably skip them and go to Ratskeller in Gov't Camp.
Atmosphere: 2
Service: 1
Skip this place ski longer 🤣
Pizza taste like cardboard
Had multiple toppings that we could not even see on the pizza let alone taste
This place needs turned upside down !
Menus stinks !
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 3
If you can’t split a pizza, you shouldn’t be in business.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
I’m not one to waste food but my wife and I had lunch at the bar this week and couldn’t eat either of the things we ordered. The tomato basil soup was barely warm and was inedible. The artichoke dip and (fake) naan bread smelled horrible and tasted worse. The $11 lemonade spritzer was the most expensive glass of ice that I have ever paid for. The granola bar that we ate at the car after was the best part. Bottom line - pack your own food but enjoy walking around the spectacular lodge.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 3
This place is amazing but look at your receipt before paying because I was charged a service charge for a slice of pizza togo and the bartender didnt let me know she automatically added it. I do not have a problem tipping but I think its a little shady to add an automatic service charge without informing the guest.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 1
They had a really lovely experience there, and the view was beautiful. Even though it was summer, the area felt calm and inviting. The server was fantastic, and the portion sizes were quite generous. It’s definitely a good idea to ask about the sizes before you order. We forgot to do that, and when we ordered nachos, they ended up being enough to feed four people! We were so hungry and didn’t realize how large they would be, so we unfortunately had to waste some food. It’s always better to double-check with the staff before placing your order.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The pizza was freshly made and delicious after a strenuous hike up from Timberline Lodge to almost Silcox Hut. Portions are generous, and the staff were very friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Although $29 a pizza is a bit pricey, the pizza is great quality and there’s many options. You can watch the dough be tossed and the pizza go into the oven. If you want the best value at Timberline, eat here!
Very cozy atmosphere, probably only holds about 20 people, and prices were pretty decent as well. Staff was very friendly and food and drinks were good!
Didn't eat but it smelled good! The beer is perfect. Hits just right and very quickly at the high altitude. Nice and frosty, too!
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Stopped in for a pizza with the fam. Fun atmosphere with cool mosaics and historic furniture. Feels a bit like something from LOTR.
We stuck with a cheese pizza which we all enjoyed (kids included). Just let it cool for 10 minutes before trying to eat… pizza comes out hot and perfectly melty. With a family of 4, we ate about 3/4s of the pizza and took the rest to go.
Staff were cordial and server was busy but also friendly. Gotta love that refreshing glacier water!
Pizza by the slice was unavailable, but they were burning the pizzas anyway. It took over half of an hour to get one salad and one dish of meatballs.
The Ceasar salad had only lettuce (in large to huge pieces) with a minimal amount of dressing and a little bit of cheese, and tasted terrible. The meatballs were just good, but there were only four balls for $16.
In addition to this, they charged $7 extra for take-out, because they didn't have seating available.
Mac & Cheese amongst various Appetizers made for a warm and hardy filling meal.
Good beer, friendly service, and great pizza. It’s huge! The bbq chicken pizza and the meatballs pizza were absolutely delicious!! Did the half and half and had enough for lunch and then dinner later. A great reward after hiking up and around Mt. Hood.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is some of the best pizza we’ve had. We got half pepperoni, and half cheese, both were great. The kids devoured it and actually wanted more, which never happens.
Kid-friendliness: Kids are allowed.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Pepperoni Pizza
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