Enjoying the Town
Looking for a Brew?
Not sure if you’ve heard, but Bend has a couple breweries! 😉 Here’s a compilation of our go to spots when we are craving a brew. List is in no particular order, you can’t go wrong with any of these!
Crux has great beer but the outdoor space and view are what makes this one a must. Live music and a large outdoor space for your kids to roam make for a great family brewery. Swing by as the sun goes down for “Sundowner Hour” to save a few bucks and enjoy the sunset!
246 locals recommend
Crux Fermentation Project
50 SW Division StCrux has great beer but the outdoor space and view are what makes this one a must. Live music and a large outdoor space for your kids to roam make for a great family brewery. Swing by as the sun goes down for “Sundowner Hour” to save a few bucks and enjoy the sunset!
Swing by the iconic Bend Brewing nestled in along the Deschutes River in downtown Bend. Tough to beat having a glass of Tropic Pines IPA with your feet kicked up looking over the river. Great spot to grab lunch or dinner and if you’re lucky, you’ll catch some live music!
100 locals recommend
Bend Brewing Company
1019 NW Brooks StSwing by the iconic Bend Brewing nestled in along the Deschutes River in downtown Bend. Tough to beat having a glass of Tropic Pines IPA with your feet kicked up looking over the river. Great spot to grab lunch or dinner and if you’re lucky, you’ll catch some live music!
What is that I hear? One of the biggest breweries in Oregon within walking distance from the house? Go for a stroll over to 10 Barrel East by crossing Butler Market on Brinson, make your first right and there she is. Grab a seat at the bar or call ahead and reserve a seat. This place is a go to for most, just don’t remind us Bendites of who has part ownership of it. 😜
77 locals recommend
10 Barrel Brewing East Side Bend
62950 NE 18th StWhat is that I hear? One of the biggest breweries in Oregon within walking distance from the house? Go for a stroll over to 10 Barrel East by crossing Butler Market on Brinson, make your first right and there she is. Grab a seat at the bar or call ahead and reserve a seat. This place is a go to for most, just don’t remind us Bendites of who has part ownership of it. 😜
Tired of IPAs? This is your spot. Monkless focuses on Belgian style beers and recently moved into this new location right on the river featuring some great woodwork and a deck overlooking the Deschutes and Amphitheater.
35 locals recommend
Monkless Belgian Ales
803 Southwest Industrial WayTired of IPAs? This is your spot. Monkless focuses on Belgian style beers and recently moved into this new location right on the river featuring some great woodwork and a deck overlooking the Deschutes and Amphitheater.
Not a brewery, but a great tap house with a wide selection of brews. A modern cabin feel with a loft, fire pits, deep dish pizza truck and right across the street from Box Factory? Can you say Apres Ski?
10 locals recommend
Crosscut- Warming Hut No.5 Tap House
566 Southwest Mill View WayNot a brewery, but a great tap house with a wide selection of brews. A modern cabin feel with a loft, fire pits, deep dish pizza truck and right across the street from Box Factory? Can you say Apres Ski?
Want a spot to go if you've got some downtime without kids? River Pig is the spot! Whenever we are so fortunate to have a babysitter or some downtime from parenting, this one is always a consideration. River Pig's atmosphere is truly unique with one of a kind decor, good food and great vibes. Located within the Box Factory, it puts you within walking distance to many other great spots including some of those included in this guidebook. Makes for a great night out!
26 locals recommend
River Pig Saloon
555 NW Arizona AveWant a spot to go if you've got some downtime without kids? River Pig is the spot! Whenever we are so fortunate to have a babysitter or some downtime from parenting, this one is always a consideration. River Pig's atmosphere is truly unique with one of a kind decor, good food and great vibes. Located within the Box Factory, it puts you within walking distance to many other great spots including some of those included in this guidebook. Makes for a great night out!
Looking for an under the radar brewery for some of the best brews in town and away from the crowds? Spider City is the way to go! It is located in SE Bend in an industrial space, so it doesn't get many beauty points, but they've got a good atmosphere, friendly staff and their beer ranks at the top of the list. This is the one the locals go to. Cheers!
20 locals recommend
Spider City Brewing Company
1177 SE 9th StLooking for an under the radar brewery for some of the best brews in town and away from the crowds? Spider City is the way to go! It is located in SE Bend in an industrial space, so it doesn't get many beauty points, but they've got a good atmosphere, friendly staff and their beer ranks at the top of the list. This is the one the locals go to. Cheers!
Got Kids?
Having a couple kids of our own, we know that having a list of good, family friendly spots, is key to a successful trip. While most of the breweries in town are kid friendly, here’s a list of spots that don’t involve
About a 15 minute walk along the canal will get you to Bend Park and Recreation's largest park in town! From the house, cross Butler Market on Brinson and as soon as you cross the bridge over the canal, make a right. Follow the canal trail until you see the park on your left. Home to a frisbee golf course, multiple soccer and baseball fields, playgrounds, dog park and more will be sure to provide something for every one.
41 locals recommend
Pine Nursery Park
3750 NE Purcell BlvdAbout a 15 minute walk along the canal will get you to Bend Park and Recreation's largest park in town! From the house, cross Butler Market on Brinson and as soon as you cross the bridge over the canal, make a right. Follow the canal trail until you see the park on your left. Home to a frisbee golf course, multiple soccer and baseball fields, playgrounds, dog park and more will be sure to provide something for every one.
Bend's most popular park centrally located in downtown Bend. Great spot for a stroll while checking out downtown. Plenty of geese for the kids to see. A couple notes about the geese:
- They can be a little ornery , so keep your distance.
- Refrain from feeding them, but if you can't help yourself, don't feed them bread. Their stomachs do not digest it well and can develop health issues.
- Watch your step near the river... ;)
135 locals recommend
Drake Park
Northwest Riverside BoulevardBend's most popular park centrally located in downtown Bend. Great spot for a stroll while checking out downtown. Plenty of geese for the kids to see. A couple notes about the geese:
- They can be a little ornery , so keep your distance.
- Refrain from feeding them, but if you can't help yourself, don't feed them bread. Their stomachs do not digest it well and can develop health issues.
- Watch your step near the river... ;)
Parents need a little beer break and quick bite to eat with the kids? Check out On Tap, one of Bend's favorite tap houses and food truck courts. Outdoor space for kids to roam with heated areas in the winter, fire pits and live music!
51 locals recommend
On Tap
1424 NE Cushing DrParents need a little beer break and quick bite to eat with the kids? Check out On Tap, one of Bend's favorite tap houses and food truck courts. Outdoor space for kids to roam with heated areas in the winter, fire pits and live music!
Located right across Butler Market, this park makes for a quick and easy stop so the kids can burn off some energy!
Canal Row Park
1630 Northeast Butler Market RoadLocated right across Butler Market, this park makes for a quick and easy stop so the kids can burn off some energy!
Bend Rock Gym
1182 SE Centennial CtLarkspur Park
1700 SE Reed Market RdWant to go for a stroll in what we believe to be one of the best parks in town? Shevlin's the one.
87 locals recommend
Shevlin Park
Want to go for a stroll in what we believe to be one of the best parks in town? Shevlin's the one.
Well... I know we said Shevlin is our favorite park, but this one is darn close as well. Be aware, this is a nature reserve and no dogs are permitted.
14 locals recommend
Riley Ranch Nature Reserve
19975 Glen Vista RdWell... I know we said Shevlin is our favorite park, but this one is darn close as well. Be aware, this is a nature reserve and no dogs are permitted.
Food scene
Wild Rose Northern Thai Eats
150 NW Oregon AveBest Thai Food
Brickhouse
412 SW 6th StBest under the radar date night
J DUB
932 NW Bond StBest bar food
Why wouldn't you go see a giant Ponderosa Pine growing up through the middle of a restaurant?
68 locals recommend
Pine Tavern Restaurant
967 NW Brooks StWhy wouldn't you go see a giant Ponderosa Pine growing up through the middle of a restaurant?
Brother Jon's Alehouse
1051 NW Bond StBest pub food
10 Barrel Brewing East Side Bend
62950 NE 18th StSolid lunch and dinner with plenty of beer
Jackson's Corner
845 NW Delaware AveBest nice lunch
Planker Sandwiches
824 NW Wall StBest sandwhich
Don Gabino's Mexican Grill
304 Southeast 3rd StreetQuality mexican food
Food Trucks Galore
On Tap
1424 NE Cushing DrRiver's Place
787 NE Purcell BlvdThe Bite Tumalo
19860 7th StreetThe Podski Food Cart Lot
536 NW Arizona AveMidtown Yacht Club
1661 Northeast 4th Street