Cascade Dining Room

Always a treat to stay at timberline and enjoy the dining room. We usually just have sandwiches in the car, so this time was extra special. Came here to say good job to everyone working hard during our busy new year stay, we see you. The fancy butter trio and the upgraded crystal water glasses really stole the show for me. Bravo

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Dear Cascade Dining Room Management Team,
I am writing to formally express my deep disappointment and frustration with our recent dining experience at the Cascade Dining Room at Timberline Lodge.
My family and I have looked forward to dining at Cascade every year around this time, and it has always been something we’ve genuinely enjoyed. Unfortunately, this visit was a complete departure from the quality and experience we’ve come to expect.
This dinner was intended to be a birthday celebration for both my wife and my son, which I clearly noted in our reservation weeks in advance. Sadly, the experience fell far short of what should have been a special occasion.
Every meal we ordered had serious issues:
A child’s burger was served burnt.
The chanterelle risotto was undercooked.
The prawn starter was raw.
After dinner, my wife became ill and vomited.
Because of these issues, no one at our table was able to eat even a quarter of their meal. While the meal was eventually comped after we complained, that was to be expected given the circumstances and does not make up for the experience itself.
Additionally, despite the birthday notes included in the reservation, no birthday dessert or acknowledgment was offered, which added to the disappointment.
This experience completely killed the birthday atmosphere and left us extremely dissatisfied. We chose Cascade specifically because of our past positive experiences, and this visit was frankly unacceptable.
I hope this feedback is taken seriously, as we would like to believe this was an isolated incident and not a reflection of the standards Cascade intends to uphold.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 3

I went in with my family very nice atmosphere and good service all was good until I paid over 50 dollars for a short rib that left me on a empty stomach.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 3

I’d really love to give a better rating but for porcini bisque was basically a block of melted butter , way too creamy, impossible to eat .

The burger, $28 burger was extremely over salted and dry, on top of that they charge five 5️⃣ dollars extra fee to split it for the two kids.

The chef should try to eat the food they’re serving.

On the flipside the ambience and the service is great, but you guys have to fix the food. Its not edible

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 4

A Hidden Gem at Timberline Lodge!

I honestly wasn’t expecting great food at a place where the main attraction is clearly Mt. Hood—yet the Cascade Dining Room completely blew me away. The salad was unbelievably fresh, the cheese plate had an impressive variety of snacks, the risotto was excellent, and the chicken… wow. Easily one of the top three chickens I’ve had in my life (and I’ve tried many!). Truly a hidden gem at Timberline.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

A few simple things would elevate this experience. Service was good but the tables and the dining hall felt bare. Missing some classics on the breakfast menu like eggs benedict and pancakes. There wasn't great ambiance or warmth to the experience and our only view was to the parking lot.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Always a good meal and great views! This place never disappoints — the food is consistently delicious. The atmosphere is relaxed yet elegant, and the view makes every visit feel special. The staff is friendly and attentive. Definitely one of my favorite spots to dine and unwind.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Cascade Dining room - what exceptional food and views! Enjoyed coffee and marvelous egg breakfasts! One in our party enjoyed a wonderful spiked hot chocolate!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nothing to complain about, I don’t understand the ratings. Food is great, surprisingly creative and not even very expensive for the spot

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The food is phenomenal! Excellent service!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This felt like real luxury. The Timberline is dated and campy, which is what makes it attractive. But nestled in the heart of a bulky lodge that has outlived its genre is this absolute culinary delight. The views speak for themselves, and the service was on par with the food and the pricing. Treat yourself to the blackberry porkchop and do not look back. The salmon was as fresh as expected, and I was pleased to find something as light as the watermelon and cucumber salad. I doubt we'll stay overnight again but the Cascade is unquestionably worth revisiting.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Buffet lunch in Cascade Dining Room

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

A fantastic experience!! We brought friends from Texas Friday evening. Our server was very friendly, and attentive(lt. Brown hair, mustache, lokked like guy in Yellowstone). The Sommelier assisted us with our wine selection, and was very knowledgeable. We had the salmon, pork chop(unbelievably prepared!!), chicken, and tar-tar. All were great.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The recent reviews made me question whether I should have dinner here. But after having eaten, and looking at those reviews again, I come to the conclusion there are a lot of Portland Karens eating here. It's hard to imagine finding fault with King Salmon that cuts like fine pate, or wagu beef properly prepared and presented. It's possible that preparation and staff quality are highly variable, but in a lodge so well established, I find it unlikely in my experience. Truely enjoyed all aspects af the meal from view to presentation to flavour. True that it's pricely, but that is expected in the circumntances. Don't knock the establishment for something you should expect. Kudos, Timberline!! Keep up the great work!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Second time dining at Timberline Lodge.
The evening at Cascade was disappointing.
We had a reservation for 6 adults. Service was attentive by Edgar, so kudos to him. The kitchen however blewwww. We had salmon, chicken, pork chop, and beet pasta. Salmon was pretty good. Pork chop not bad. Chicken was dry and lacked flavor. The beet pasta had flavors that it should not have had - it was just terrible.
We'd all seen the lodge before do seeing it again was not a big deal at all. The view is also the same - it's great but never changes. Overall, it is just not worth the effort to go up there.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 3