Natalie and Dean's East Side Guidebook
Food scene
Go here for classic brewery vibes filled with locals.
77 locals recommend
10 Barrel Brewing East Side Bend
62950 NE 18th StGo here for classic brewery vibes filled with locals.
This hidden eastside gem is never crowded, a true locals spot with an outdoor patio and fire pits.
6 locals recommend
Bridge 99 Brewery
63063 Layton AveThis hidden eastside gem is never crowded, a true locals spot with an outdoor patio and fire pits.
Best coffee (and matcha) in Bend that features local artists every month! They also make their own ultra creamy homemade nut milk.
58 locals recommend
Lone Pine Coffee Roasters
910 NW Harriman StBest coffee (and matcha) in Bend that features local artists every month! They also make their own ultra creamy homemade nut milk.
This local east side favorite makes you feel like you're eating at grandma's house. The complimentary scones and homemade jam is reason enough. We love sitting outside under the big oak tree.
123 locals recommend
McKay Cottage Restaurant
62910 O. B. Riley RdThis local east side favorite makes you feel like you're eating at grandma's house. The complimentary scones and homemade jam is reason enough. We love sitting outside under the big oak tree.
A taphouse and food cart pod with indoor/outdoor seating, yard games, and lots of fire pits. Very kid friendly!
51 locals recommend
On Tap
1424 NE Cushing DrA taphouse and food cart pod with indoor/outdoor seating, yard games, and lots of fire pits. Very kid friendly!
Go here for Bend’s most unique beer selection (always changing) and drink a beer with mountain sunset views (go at sundowner hour for $1 off brews). It can be crowded, so arrive early!
246 locals recommend
Crux Fermentation Project
50 SW Division StGo here for Bend’s most unique beer selection (always changing) and drink a beer with mountain sunset views (go at sundowner hour for $1 off brews). It can be crowded, so arrive early!
A hip spot tucked into an alleyway in Downtown with fun cocktails and a simple menu serving local goods. Great for date night!
22 locals recommend
San Simón
845 NW Tin Pan AlleyA hip spot tucked into an alleyway in Downtown with fun cocktails and a simple menu serving local goods. Great for date night!
This Asian-fusion cafe is a favorite for a quick, delicious meal. Dean loves the spicy pork noodles!
234 locals recommend
Spork
937 NW Newport AveThis Asian-fusion cafe is a favorite for a quick, delicious meal. Dean loves the spicy pork noodles!
This east side Oaxacan Mexican joint opened up last year and has become our favorite (along with El Sancho) for Mexican food. Best tacos in town.
16 locals recommend
Hablo Tacos
1462 Northeast Cushing DriveThis east side Oaxacan Mexican joint opened up last year and has become our favorite (along with El Sancho) for Mexican food. Best tacos in town.
(located in NW Crossing) An indoor/outdoor food court with lots of options. Sunny's Carello food truck has the best pasta in town (or maybe tied with Bosa, below).
12 locals recommend
The Grove
921 Northwest Mount Washington Drive(located in NW Crossing) An indoor/outdoor food court with lots of options. Sunny's Carello food truck has the best pasta in town (or maybe tied with Bosa, below).
Go here to sip on some local brews downtown right by the river.
100 locals recommend
Bend Brewing Company
1019 NW Brooks StGo here to sip on some local brews downtown right by the river.
Sip coffee (or beer) downtown right by the river with a view of Mt. Bachelor.
6 locals recommend
The Commons Cafe and Taproom
875 NW Brooks StSip coffee (or beer) downtown right by the river with a view of Mt. Bachelor.
The Victorian Café
1404 NW Galveston AveA classic breakfast spot with a bloody mary bar.
Sightseeing
Take a short 1-mile walk to the top of this butte for panoramic mountain views and a view of Bend.
141 locals recommend
Pilot Butte
Take a short 1-mile walk to the top of this butte for panoramic mountain views and a view of Bend.
First Street Rapids Park
1980 NW 1st StA great place for an easy stroll along the river.
A great spot close to town for a leisurely hike and waterfall/Tumalo river views.
214 locals recommend
Tumalo Falls
A great spot close to town for a leisurely hike and waterfall/Tumalo river views.
Mount Bachelor Village Resort
19717 SW Mount Bachelor DrHit the slops!
Along great spot for a leisurely walk along the river. This is also where the river float starts!
47 locals recommend
Riverbend Dog Park
799 SW Columbia StAlong great spot for a leisurely walk along the river. This is also where the river float starts!