tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-164966712024-03-08T06:22:49.614-08:00Bend Oregon RestaurantsIt's not that I can't cook -- I just LOVE eating out. Bend, Oregon, now has restaurants worthy of bragging about.
I plan on doing just that.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1145312758582329542006-04-17T15:16:00.000-07:002006-04-17T15:26:57.990-07:00The Westside Cafe & BakeryThe Westside Cafe & Bakery --The Westside Cafe in Bend, Oregon, is such a fantastic place. I have so many memories built into this restaurant, and even a "personal" belonging that makes me feel as if I have a vested interest in it's success.It all started back in 1991, when I cashed in on a car accident and bought a house a few places behind the Westside Cafe (asking price? $82,000). The house Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1142667931720004812006-03-17T23:16:00.000-08:002006-03-17T23:47:07.136-08:00SunriverIt was the Bend Chamber of Commerce Annual Recognition Dinner last night, and I was privleged enough to rub elbows with the high-society that Bend has recently created with it's population boom. Whatever. I was there for the food, and then outta there!I arrived (purposefully) late to the mingling session across the walkway from the Great Hall, and meandered into the dining area. The tables were Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1141283686944278102006-03-01T23:10:00.000-08:002006-03-01T23:14:46.956-08:00Bend Fish MarketThe Bend Fish Market --Finally, a place to buy fresh fish besides Newport Avenue Market! Nothing against NAM except the price -- OUCH! I love fresh fish, and finding seafood smack dab in the middle of Oregon has been a bit of a problem since I moved here about fifteen years ago.The Bend Fish Market opened recently in the old Blimpies location, on Revere, across the street from Blockbuster Video. Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1139130970385839382006-02-05T00:50:00.000-08:002006-02-05T01:16:10.396-08:00ToomiesToomies, Bend Oregon --If you aren't familiar with Toomie's, then you haven't lived in Bend for any length of time.Toomie's was one of the few ethnic restaurants back in "the day" that took a chance on Bend and opened their doors. Since then, more and more people are beginning to appreciate the unique flavor and style that they bring to the table, so to speak.Prior to choosing our restaurant for Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1138764672693373052006-01-31T19:27:00.000-08:002006-01-31T19:31:12.713-08:00DiLusso Bakery, Bend OregonDiLusso Bakery, Bend Oregon --I love bread, so therefore, I love DiLusso. There are many pop-up bakeries in town now, each pitching their own take on bread, each proclaiming itself to be the best, and yet none can compare to DiLusso Bakery.DiLusso began in Bend in the early 90's, with the orginal owners selling their loaves door to door to downtown restaurant owners. I remember Kim, one of the Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1138296037991075042006-01-26T09:08:00.000-08:002006-01-26T09:20:38.003-08:00Pizzicato, Bend OregonPizzicato, Bend Oregon --Pizzicato is here, and it's good. If you love a true thin-crust pizza, crusty and crunchy, you'll love Pizzicato. If you're a thick-crust, Chicago-style pizza person, well, get lost. Chicago-style lovers don't belong here. :o) Alright, maybe if you're FROM Chicago you can appreciate deep pan pizza, but everyone else has to love thin, crunchy crusts.Pizzicato has opened Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1138036473519755162006-01-23T09:13:00.000-08:002006-01-23T09:14:33.523-08:00East Bend Liquor StoreEast Bend Liquor Store, Bend Oregon --It's not fine dining, but it's certainly worth a mention. Besides, some people claim that liquor is a main food group.... The Eastside Liquor Store is the finest liquor store in Bend, with the largest selection, and the best deals to be had. Mark, the owner, takes pride in keeping his store in stock of the finest brands, and also those bottles that are hard Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1137898698151339572006-01-21T18:42:00.000-08:002006-01-21T18:59:16.160-08:00Staccato'sStaccato's, Bend Oregon --Alright, I'm coming around. Staccato's is finally getting their kinks worked out.A few evenings ago, a large group of friends and I met there for drinks and appetizers, and we all were pleased with the end result.For starters, we ordered the potato croquettes, fried zucchini spears, and bruschetta.The Croquettes were decent - very large, with a crusty outer layer and Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1137897769082526132006-01-21T18:22:00.000-08:002006-01-21T18:59:52.736-08:00La RosaLa Rosa, Bend Oregon --DH and I went to La Rosa for lunch today, and even though I've already praised this restaurant, it was worth mentioning again.El Caporal's long-time bartender, Gene, is now working here, and greeted us with a big smile and my favorite margarita. Because I didn't actually order the drink, it was okay to drink it before noon without feeling like I have a "problem". Mmmmm, Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1136434845166796382006-01-04T20:03:00.000-08:002006-01-04T21:26:25.936-08:00Red RobinRed Robin Restaurant, Bend Oregon --Why do I go here?I know why. I have no choice when a group of people from the office plan lunch. Today was a friend's birthday, and it was somehow decided that we'd partake in the over-zealous experience that is Red Robin. I didn't complain too much - I knew exactly what I'd order, I knew I'd pay too much for it, and I knew that they'd sing a silly little song Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1135921534986637782005-12-29T21:27:00.001-08:002006-01-04T22:33:15.800-08:00High TidesHigh Tides, Bend Oregon --Who knew that High Tides has been here for so many years? Hidden on Bond Street across from the Deschutes Brewery, High Tides Seafood restaurant has had continued success in the ever-changing landscape of Bend, Oregon eateries.I received a gift card for High Tides from my company, and decided to try it out last week. We tried to make reservations, and had to settle for 5Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1135918809198648902005-12-29T20:53:00.000-08:002006-01-04T21:15:30.023-08:00Staccato'sStaccato's, Bend Oregon --Alright.We went back.It was just for cocktails and appetizers, though, as I didn't want to "waste" my money again. And guess what? I was pleasantly surprised.The Staccato's cocktail menu is fancy and unique, so I felt obligated to try the most ridiculous of all of the drinks on the menu: the Framboise Balsamic Martini.It's made from a raspberry puree and a tablespoon or Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1133416114592212742005-11-30T21:48:00.001-08:002006-01-04T21:17:53.370-08:00La Rosa, Bend OregonLa Rosa Mexican Restaurant, Bend Oregon --Ah, La Rosa. How do I love thee?If you haven't been to La Rosa, get off your butt and go --RIGHT NOW!La Rosa is the most authentic Mexican food I've found outside of Mexico, yet without the lard and beans. The recipes are varied and delicious, from the halibut salad to the crab enchiladas.... you cannot go wrong with your choice here.My favorite is the Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1133416123035104502005-11-30T21:48:00.000-08:002006-01-04T21:17:26.196-08:00Mercury DinerMercury Diner, Bend Oregon --Mercury Diner is not as well known as many of the mainstream restaurants in Bend, Oregon, but certainly deserves to be. The owner, Neal Kramer, has opened many restaurants in Bend, including Marz Bistro and Mangia Pasta. Each has been sold to new proprieters, and then Neal and his wife decided to get back into the swing of things with Mercury Diner. Thank God they Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1133416097028576062005-11-30T21:36:00.000-08:002006-01-04T21:17:02.486-08:00Anthony'sAnthony's Homeport Restaurant, Bend Oregon -- Yes, I've been here before. And yes, I've written about it before. Yet, my dear, dear friends... I have NEVER, EVER consumed the main course item that was presented to me on a recent Sunday evening.Fresh, NEVER, EVER frozen, GIANT Alaskan King Crab Legs.Now, we all know about the previously frozen crab legs that we buy at the Albertson's One-Day Meat Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1131941737807294612005-11-13T19:32:00.000-08:002006-01-04T21:16:25.196-08:00Staccato at the Firehall Staccato's, Bend Oregon -- Staccato's, Bend Oregon --No, they're not open. Not just yet.However, I was invited to their "soft opening" last night. All of the food would be free, with only our beverages charged to the bill. Of course, I said "To Hell With The Diet" and dressed to kill, prepared to feast like a rottweiler on a bear hunt.Staccato's is located in the old Firehouse on NW Minnesota Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1131665051800558352005-11-10T15:14:00.000-08:002006-01-04T21:14:22.433-08:00Chez BrENDaMy House, Bend Oregon --I can't believe how GOOD I'm being! I haven't eaten out since the first of the month -- am on a diet. I'm getting pretty creative in the kitchen, though. Blackened Ahi, broiled cajun salmon, vegan spaghetti... so many dishes I've never made before! I get one cheat meal every 7 to 10 days, so I'm sure that we'll use that for our dining out priveleges. It will be Anthony's Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1130723440621086182005-10-30T17:38:00.000-08:002006-01-04T21:13:48.160-08:00Sideline'sSideline's Sports Bar, Bend Oregon --Ahhhh, Sideline's. Bend's ONLY sports bar. Don't argue with me -- O'Kane's is NOT a sports bar, and Player's, while they do have the NFL package, only serves deep fried food and is too smoky and off the beaten path.Sideline's is located on Wall Street in downtown Bend. They boast about 30 televisions, thus every sports game is able to get equal coverage. Just Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1130558206185622252005-10-28T20:33:00.000-07:002006-01-04T21:13:20.476-08:00The GroveThe Grove, Bend Oregon --Mmmmmm... so happy to be back at the Grove! I'm now officially an old lady -- now that I prefer The Grove BEFORE it gets dark! After 11pm, this place is a 'rockin! Hence this photo ---->The Grove is the most underrated restaurant in town, and it's most likely due to the fact that it's a nightclub after hours. Old people are afraid of those "crazy kids bumping and grindingUnknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1130535891556041492005-10-28T14:31:00.000-07:002006-01-04T21:12:53.200-08:00Crouton'sCrouton's, Bend Oregon --Lunch today was from Crouton's, a new eaterie on the Westside of Bend. Crouton's specializes in SALADS, and also serves fresh paninis (grilled sandwiches) and homemade soups.I love the premise of Crouton's -- fast and fresh, big crunchy salads with tons of goodies on every bite of lettuce. I've had lunch from Crouton's about three times since they've opened, and have beenUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1130478063026542982005-10-27T22:25:00.000-07:002006-01-04T21:12:28.563-08:00Shoji'sShoji's, Bend Oregon --We went to Shoji's for sushi again -- I know it doesn't sound glamorous, but this place has fantastic sushi!The Keiska roll is made with tempura shrimp, avocado, cucumber, crab, and topped with a very generous portion of tobiko. It's our favorite. We also had the Hashimotosan stuffed with tuna, cucumber, and spicy sauce, and topped with Unagi and fresh avocado. YUM! The Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1130302698702607382005-10-25T21:43:00.000-07:002006-01-04T21:12:06.836-08:00Blue Fish BistroBlue Fish Bistro, Bend Oregon --I know, I know -- AGAIN??? I just love this restaurant!Tonight we decided to go to my favorite restaurant, and boring ol' me had the same thing as usual. Hey, why change perfection?We started with the Ahi Firecrackers - flash-seared ahi diced and wrapped in soft nori, served with vinegar soaked cucumber noodles and a shoyu reduction and chili sauce. DELICIOUS!For Unknownnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1130044078293722312005-10-22T21:58:00.000-07:002006-01-04T21:11:38.866-08:00Cibelli's PizzaCibelli's Pizza, Bend Oregon --Pizza is as close to Nirvana as one can get, according to DH. He claims that there is no such thing as "Bad Pizza", it's just that some are better than others. He also says this about beer, so now you can kind of understand the DH is just like your dear husband. Screw apple pie, hotdogs and Kool-Aid, the All-American meal is PIZZA AND BEER!This being said, DH and I Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1129948234000103072005-10-21T19:24:00.000-07:002006-01-04T21:11:06.833-08:00Anthony'sAnthony's Restaurant, Bend Oregon --I went to Anthony's Homeport Restaurant in the Old Mill District for lunch today with 5 co-workers. It wasn't a celebration of any sorts, just an excuse to meet and eat with nice people.I've always liked Anthony's, from day one their menu has been inventive and reasonably priced. Yes, it is a bit spendy, but you certainly get what you pay for.I ordered the ChopUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16496671.post-1129867495866180202005-10-20T20:50:00.000-07:002006-01-04T21:10:40.570-08:00Astro LoungeThe Astro Lounge, Bend Oregon --The Astro Lounge is located on NW Minnesota Avenue in Bend, Oregon. This place is the epitome of "Super Cool", and is the perfect place to meet, greet and join new or old friends. The bar is super chic, with the bar seating about 10 people. The tables on the main floor seat maybe another 30, and then upstairs? Ohhhhh, if you are able to sit in the coveted upstairs Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0