more photosThere are hundreds of restaurants in Central Oregon that offer outdoor dining, in spaces that range from a few tables on the sidewalk to elaborate riverside patios, tree-shaded decks and seating around fire pits for cool evenings. That's far too many to include in a single issue of GO Magazine, so here is our larger list, by city, beginning with downtown Bend. Click the city name to skip to restaurants in other locations.
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900 Wall Restaurant and Bar
900 N.W. Wall St.
900wall.com, 541-323-6295
Hours: 3 p.m.-close, daily
Cuisine: Contemporary American with a Southern European influence
Outdoor scene: Nine tables accommodate up to 30 people along a busy, urban sidewalk. Lean on the linen tablecloths while you people watch at this central downtown spot.
Alpenglow Cafe
1133 N.W. Wall St.
alpenglowcafe.com, 541-383-7676
Hours: 7 a.m.-2 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Savory spins on traditional breakfast and lunch fare
Outdoor scene: The front patio seats about 16 people near the busy intersection of Wall Street and Newport Avenue but set high enough above the street to avoid traffic noise and exhaust fumes.
Amalia's
915 N.W. Wall St.
541-382-3244
Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. on weeknights; 11 a.m.-close on weekends
Cuisine: Contemporary Mexican
Outdoor scene: The front sidewalk offers three tables but the back patio, partially walled in and covered with a lattice roof, is where some 26 people can eat and watch live music in the summer.
The Astro Lounge
939 N.W. Bond St.
astroloungebend.com, 541-388-0116
Hours: 11 a.m.-close, daily
Cuisine: Menu changing; traditionally small plates, salads and sandwiches
Outdoor scene: About 10 people can sit on the sidewalk on Bond Street, but there's also an urban-ambience gated patio in the back that holds between 20 and 30 people inside an artsy metal gate that masks the view of the alley.
Bend Brewing Company
1019 N.W. Brooks St.
bendbrewingco.com, 541-383-1599
Hours: 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Monday to Saturday, 11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sunday
Cuisine: American pub-style
Outdoor scene: Roughly 30 people can enjoy Mirror Pond views and award-winning brews on the patio at, as locals call it, “BBC.”
Bend Burger Company
718 N.W. Franklin Ave.
bendburger.com, 541-306-6166
Hours: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday to Thursday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Cuisine: Gourmet burgers
Outdoor scene: Check out Bend's downtown summer scene from one of eight tables on the sidewalk at Bend Burger Company, where there's people-watching galore. The tables also have umbrellas for shade.
Boken
852 N.W. Brooks St.
bokenbend.com, 541-706-9091
Hours: 11 a.m.-11 p.m. or close Monday to Saturday
Cuisine: Asian tapas
Outdoor scene: Boken offers seating for about 25 overlooking Riverfront Plaza and Drake Park. Soon there will be even more, as the restaurant is expanding into the neighboring space that was previously the MadHappy Lounge. Trees and umbrellas provide relief on sweltering days.
Brother Jon's Alehouse
1051 N.W. Bond St.
brotherjonsalehouse.com cq, 541-728-0102
Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday and Monday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday, 11 a.m.-midnight Friday and Saturday
Cuisine: Casual pub and comfort food
Outdoor scene: Downtown newcomer Brother Jon's Alehouse is setting up seats on the Greenwood Avenue side of the business for the summer season. Six to eight tables will grace the sidewalks for folks to enjoy a meal or drink.
Caldera Grille
932 N.W. Bond St.
calderagrille.com cq, 541-389-8899
Hours: 5:30 a.m.-2:30 a.m. daily
Cuisine: American-style dining
Outdoor scene: With seven tables seating about 30 people on a patio out back, Caldera Grill offers outdoor dining nearly round the clock. The patio gets plenty of shade late in the day if you just can't bear the sun anymore. Slide into summer with $1 off the slider menu from 4 to 7 p.m.
Deschutes Brewery & Public House
1044 N.W. Bond St.
deschutesbrewery.com, 541-382-9242
Hours: 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 11 a.m.-midnight Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday
Cuisine: Pub food/fine dining
Outdoor scene: In addition to the picnic tables in front of the pub, Deschutes has added heated seating as part of its recent expansion, including several tables on the second floor balcony that provides a view of the streets below and Mount Bachelor.
El Jimador
801 N.W. Wall St.
541-318-1333
Hours: 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Saturday to Thursday, 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Cuisine: Mexican
Outdoor scene: A great spot for people watching with 10 seats on the sidewalk outside the restaurant on one of downtown's busiest corners.
El Super Burrito
1133 N.W. Wall St.
541-312-2009
Hours: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday
Cuisine: Mexican
Outdoor scene: The open patio has 10 tables with a view of downtown Bend and the Deschutes River.
Hola!
920 N.W. Bond St.
holabend.com, 541-728-0069
Hours: 11 a.m.-midnight daily
Cuisine: Peruvian
Outdoor scene: Five smaller and four larger tables offer people-watching in downtown Bend, with enclosed patio-style seating inside the building's common area.
JC's Bar & Grill
642 N.W. Franklin Ave.
541-383-3000
Hours: 11 a.m.-close daily
Cuisine: Bar food
Outdoor scene: Four tables offer eight seats and people-watching in downtown Bend.
Joolz
916 N.W. Wall St.
joolzbend.com, 541-388-5094
Hours: 4 p.m.-close daily
Cuisine: Mediterranean-American
Outdoor scene: Sunlit seating options for 12-13 people, with ample people-watching.
Pine Tavern
967 N.W. Brooks Street
pinetavern.com, 541-382-5581
Hours: 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 4 p.m.-close Monday to Saturday; 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Sunday
Cuisine: Entrees and salads featuring Pacific Northwest ingredients
Outdoor scene: The Pine Tavern's service manager says her restaurant has “one of the nicest patios in town if not the nicest patio in town,” and who can blame her? With landscaped gardens, views of the Deschutes River and blankets available for patrons on a chilly evening, the 16 tables on this downtown icon's outdoor patio make a great place to enjoy a cocktail or a full-fledged meal.
Anthony's at the Old Mill
475 S.W. Powerhouse Drive
anthonys.com, 541-389-8998
Hours: 11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. weeknights; 3-10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Cuisine: Fresh Northwest and Pacific seafood
Outdoor scene: Spectacular for its views of the Cascade Mountains and its stones-throw proximity to the Deschutes River, the 150-person patio also offers quintessential Bend people watching thanks to a nearby recreational path typically busy with walkers, joggers and bikers. Two separate dining areas each have fire pits and tables with umbrellas.
Brickhouse
803 S.W. Industrial Way
brickhousebend.com, 541-728-0334
Hours: 4-9 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Modern American steakhouse and seafood
Outdoor scene: The deck is a shining star at Brickhouse, with its view of the Old Mill District, the Deschutes River and the mountains beyond. It can accommodate about 80 diners.
Cafe Yumm
325 S.W. Powerhouse Drive
cafeyumm.com, 541-318-9866
Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Healthy casual fare based on rice and bean bowls
Outdoor scene: 58 seats on two patios with a view of the Deschutes River, the Cascade Mountains, and a prime view of Les Schwab Amphitheater.
Flatbread Community Oven
375 S.W. Powerhouse Drive
flatbreadpizza.com, 541-728-0600
Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday to Thursday and Sunday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Cuisine: Italian, pizza
Outdoor scene: 13 tables, each with four chairs, face the Deschutes River in the Old Mill District. Heaters are available.
Greg's Grill
395 S.W. Powerhouse Drive
gregsgrill.com, 541-382-2200
Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday to Thursday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Cuisine: Northwest-style steaks, seafood and more
Outdoor scene: With 16 tables and a fire pit, Greg's Grill's riverfront patio usually bustles with activity, especially when there's a concert at Les Schwab Amphitheater. The space has heaters and umbrellas, as well as soft mesh chairs that General Manager Rob Ramaker says are among the most comfortable in the area.
Hola!
680 S.W. Powerhouse Drive
holabend.com cq, 541-647-2711
Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Peruvian
Outdoor scene: 10 outdoor tables offer people-watching in the Old Mill and some opportunity to overhear shows at the Les Schwab Amphitheater.
Level 2 Global Food & Lounge
360 S.W. Powerhouse Drive, Bend
bendlevel2.com, 541-323-5382
Hours: 4-10 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 3-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 3-9 p.m. Sunday
Cuisine: Global/eclectic
Outdoor scene: Located in the Old Mill District, Level 2's second-floor location and outside patio provides seating for as many as 30, along with views of the Cascades, obscured here and there by other Old Mill businesses.
Mio Sushi
375 S.W. Powerhouse Dr.
miosushi.com/locations/bend cq, 541-241-1008
Hours: 11 a.m. until close (about 9 p.m.) daily
Cuisine: Sushi with other Japanese fare
Outdoor scene: Five tables with seating for at least 20 people.
Old Mill Brew Wërks
384 S.W. Upper Terrace Drive
oldmillbrewwerks.com cq, 541-633-7670
Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday to Wednesday; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Thursday to Saturday
Cuisine: Salads, burgers, sandwiches
Outdoor scene: A sun-drenched patio area with five tables surrounded by trees.
Pastini Pastaria
375 S.W. Powerhouse Dr.
pastini.com, 541-749-1060
Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday to Thursday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Cuisine: Italian
Outdoor scene: Pastini's 18-table patio is the closest outdoor dining space to Les Schwab Amphitheater's stage, and the stage for Alive After Five (a free concert series beginning July 18) is even closer. The patio is equipped with fireplaces and heaters for chilly nights, and it's perfect for stargazing. Closer to Earth, Pastini diners can see the Cascades as well as both humans and birds zipping up and down the Deschutes River.
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers
625 SW Powerhouse Drive
redrobin.com, 541-382-9234
Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday to Thursday; 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Cuisine: Burgers
Outdoor scene: Riverfront patio featuring 20 tables of various sizes. The patio's busiest times are on nice warm summer evenings and afternoons, especially when there's an event at the Les Schwab Ampitheater and people who don't want to spend $40 to hear Beck can spend $11, get a burger, and hear Beck.
10 Barrel Brewing Co.
1135 N.W. Galveston Ave.
10barrel.com, 541-678-5228
Hours: 11 a.m.-11 p.m. weeknights; 11 a.m.-midnight on weekends
Cuisine: High-end pub food
Outdoor scene: This bustling restaurant typically overflows with people, and the outside scene is its strong point. Some 80 customers can sit or stand outside at tables, a bar, or around the fire pit. Railroad ties and landscaping separate the patio from adjacent Galveston Avenue.
Ariana Restaurant
1304 N.W. Galveston Ave.
arianarestaurantbend.com, 541-330-5539
Hours: 5 p.m.-close, Tuesday to Saturday
Cuisine: High-end dinners with European flair
Outdoor scene: A fenced patio for about 30 people, complete with lovely gardens and heating lamps.
Awbrey Glen Restaurant
2500 N.W. Awbrey Glen Drive
awbreyglen.com, 541-317-2885
Hours: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday; 5-8:30 p.m. Wednesday to Saturday; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday. Unlike the private golf course, the restaurant is open to the public.
Cuisine: Northwest cuisine
Outdoor scene: About 50 people can sit at high-top bar tables or regular dinner tables under umbrellas on this elevated, open-air patio that boasts great views of North Sister, Broken Top and the golf course. Heating lamps at some tables.
Baldy's BBQ
235 S.W. Century Drive
baldysbbq.com cq, 541-385-7427
Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Classic barbecue
Outdoor scene: About 14 tables sit on the pavement deck walled in between two buildings next to the diner. Focus on the food so you can ignore the traffic on the nearby road. Heat lamps available.
Broken Top Bottle Shop & Ale Cafe
1740 N.W. Pence Lane
btbsbend.com, 541-728-0703
Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Healthy pub fare
Outdoor scene: Eight tables face Northwest College Way and Newport Avenue here, but the cafe has a little secret: It has a backyard. It's in the process of adding tables in the back, so soon diners will be able to enjoy grub and craft brews in either setting.
Broken Top Club Restaurant
62000 Broken Top Drive
brokentop.com, 541-383-8200
Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday to Sunday
Cuisine: Casual/New American
Outdoor scene: Broken Top's restaurant is open to the public, so all can enjoy its deck's view of the driving range, framed by forest and Cascade peaks. The space seats roughly 60, and heaters are available for chilly moments. It's a particularly poetic spot to enjoy the sunset.
Brother Jon's Public House
1227 N.W. Galveston Ave.
brotherjonspublichouse.com, 541-306-3321
Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday, 11 a.m.-midnight Friday, 8 a.m.-midnight Saturday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday
Cuisine: Casual pub and comfort food
Outdoor scene: Behind the little house on Galveston is a charming outdoor space. Seven tables sit on a patio with fun lights and flowers for ambience. It provides a secluded space for a meal and brew.
Cascade Lakes Lodge
1441 S.W. Chandler Ave.
cascadelakes.com, 541-388-4998
Hours: 11:30 a.m. to midnight, daily
Cuisine: Pub fare
Outdoor scene: 30 seats on a cobblestone patio with three heaters. Patio is pet friendly if your pet is friendly as well. Watch the people go round and round the roundabout while enjoying the daily food and drink specials.
Chow
1110 N.W. Newport Ave.
chowbend.com, 541-728-0256
Hours: 7 a.m.-2 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Local fresh foods; raw, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian entrees
Outdoor scene: Enjoy live music on weekends and holidays on a patio that seats about 40, amid garden beds, metal statues and a fireplace to take the edge off of chilly mornings.
Croutons
335 S.W. Century Drive
croutonstogo.com, 541-330-1133
Hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday to Friday, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m Saturday and Sunday
Cuisine: Salads, sandwiches, fresh soups
Outdoor scene: Seating for 40 on an outdoor deck perfect for a summertime lunch.
Elevation
2555 N.W. Campus Village Way
elevationbend.com q, 877-541-2433
Hours: Reservations required; 5 p.m. Wednesday to Friday, 11:45 a.m. Friday; July 11 to August 24
Cuisine: Northwest
Outdoor scene: Approximately 20 tables seating 60 diners, with wooded views in a park-like setting. Heaters are available.
GoodLife Brewing Co.
70 S.W. Century Drive
goodlifebrewing.com, 541-728-0749
Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday (open daily July to October)
Cuisine: Pub food
Outdoor scene: “The Bier Garten” is a large, grassy area adjoining the pub, with 10 tables for diners and a fire pit for chilly nights. Live music is offered during the summer.
Jackson's Corner
845 N.W. Delaware Ave.
jacksonscornerbendor.com, 541-647-2198
Hours: 7 a.m.-10 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Locally sourced comfort food
Outdoor scene: About 10 tables in a cozy downtown Bend neighborhood, with a play area for children.
Kebaba
1004 N.W. Newport Ave.
kebaba.com, 541-318-6224
Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday to Saturday, noon-9 p.m. Sunday
Cuisine: Modern Middle-Eastern
Outdoor scene: Enjoy the porch and patio seating at this west-side eatery featuring schwarma, kebabs and more. Take advantage of the heaters when it gets cool, and look for a slightly revamped menu in late June.
La Rosa: A Modern Mexican Kitchen
2763 N.W. Crossing Drive
larosabend.com, 541-647-1624
Hours: 11 a.m.-close daily
Cuisine: Modern Mexican
Outdoor scene: Seating more than 25 and boasting a west-facing view of the Cascades, the ever-popular La Rosa's large outdoor patio is wrapped, burrito-style, by a 4-foot tall wall. Half the patio is covered with an umbrella-like fabric to keep out undesirable elements, such as rain.
Longboard Louie's
1254 N.W. Galveston Ave.
longboardlouies.com, 541-383-2449
Hours: 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday to Friday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday
Cuisine: Healthy Mexican
Outdoor scene: The people-watching is good at this veteran west-side restaurant, which offers outdoor seating for about 50 along pedestrian-friendly Galveston Avenue. Don't overlook Longboard's east-side location, which also boasts outdoor seating near Pilot Butte.
McMenamins Old St. Francis School
700 N.W. Bond St.,
mcmenamins.com, 541-382-5174
Hours: 7 a.m.-1:30 a.m. daily
Cuisine: Northwest pub fare
Outdoor scene: Lots of seating, with a focus on courtyards and foliage. There is excellent people-watching at the front sidewalk seating and fire pits in the back. Most patios are pet-friendly.
Mother's Juice Cafe
1255 N.W. Galveston Ave.
mothersjuicecafe.com cq, 541-318-0989
Hours: 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday to Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; extended hours in summer
Cuisine: Health-conscious salads, sandwiches and smoothies
Outdoor scene: Two decks with seating for around 30 with umbrellas for shade.
Nancy P's Cafe and Bakery
1054 N.W. Milwaukee Ave.
541-322-8778
Hours: 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday to Saturday, 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday
Cuisine: A cafe bakery featuring quiche, baked goods, sandwiches and more
Outdoor scene: Seating for about 20 people on a lush garden patio.
Parrilla Grill
635 N.W. 14th St.
541-617-9600
Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Global wraps
Outdoor scene: Two separate decks with seating for about 45 people in the heart of the west side. Very kid- and dog-friendly.
Pilot Butte Drive-In
320 S.W. Century Drive
pilotbutte.com cq, 541-323-3272
Hours: 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday to Thursday
Cuisine: Traditional burger fare with American-style breakfasts
Outdoor scene: A relaxed atmosphere on sidewalk patio seats about 30 to 40 with some trees for shade.
Pizzicato
1288 S.W. Simpson Avenue
pizzicatopizza.com cq, 541-382-1228
Hours: 11 a.m.-close Monday to Friday; noon-close Saturday and Sunday
Cuisine: Pizza
Outdoor scene: Pizzicato's eight outdoor tables offer a great view of the Century Drive Safeway and the often-pranked deer statues that make the Simpson Avenue roundabout a local legend. But this lack of scenery doesn't keep its patrons from taking their slice of pizza to the patio, especially when they can rent it for a special event or watch their favorite shows on a 58-inch projection screen TV that only works at night.
portello winecafe
2754 N.W. Crossing Drive
portellowinecafe.com, 541-385-1777
Hours: 4-9 p.m. Sunday to Tuesday; 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday; 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Cuisine: Wine, food that goes good with wine
Outdoor scene: Six sidewalk tables provide a nice view of Northwest Crossing's easygoing shopping area, plus the roundabout and the mountains beyond.
Riverside Market and Pub
285 N.W. Riverside Blvd.
541-389-0646
Hours: 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday, 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday to Wednesday, 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday
Cuisine: Pub food
Outdoor scene: The Riverside's evening manager claims his Old Bend eatery boasts the largest picnic table in Central Oregon, with seating for 65 to 70 people, views of the mountains and a place where people can play cornhole.
Scanlon's
61615 Athletic Club Drive
www.scanlonsrestaurant.com, 541-382-8769
Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday
Cuisine: Fresh, locally sourced, organically grown and healthy
Outdoor scene: The courtyard patio features 12 tables with 48 seats. There is a playground for children to play while you enjoy an appetizer before dinner. The restaurant also hosts live music on Saturdays.
Sage Cafe and Coffee House
2762 N.W. Crossing Drive
541-382-6740
Hours: 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday to Friday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Cuisine: Coffee, pastries, paninis, and salads
Outdoor scene: Four tables perfect for hanging around and sipping on coffee sit just outside Sage Cafe on Northwest Crossing's retail strip.
Seasons at Seventh Mountain Resort
18575 S.W. Century Drive
seventhmountain.com cq, 541-693-9143
Hours: 7 a.m.-9 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Pacific Northwest fresh
Outdoor scene: The patio seating features eight tables and about 32 chairs. The restaurant has a fire pit to keep patrons warm on chilly days.
The Sparrow Bakery
50 S.E. Scott St.
541-647-8928
Hours: 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday
Cuisine: French-inspired pastries and a la carte lunch
Outdoor scene: The gorgeous, protected, landscaped patio is surrounded by historic brick buildings, retail shopping and art studios/galleries. The area seats about 30 people and has both gas heaters and a wood-burning fire pit.
Spork
1234 N.W. Galveston Ave.
sporkbend.com, 541-390-0946
Hours: 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. daily; expanded hours coming soon
Cuisine: Global street food
Outdoor scene: Spork is 100% outdoors. Serving out of a renovated 1962 Airstream Tradewind, patrons can eat at three large picnic tables that seat six each.
Tetherow Golf Club Bar & Grill
61240 Skyline Ranch Road
tetherow.com, 541-388-2582
Hours: 11 a.m.-close Monday to Wednesday, 8 a.m.-close Thursday to Sunday
Cuisine: New American
Outdoor scene: The Tetherow restaurant's eight outdoor tables overlook the golf course's driving range, with overhead heaters and shade available to combat weather-related discomfort. Beyond the course is a view of the Cascades, and on a clear day, you can see Mount Hood.
Thai Thai
745 Mt. Washington Drive, Bend
thaithaibend.com, 541-633-7722
Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday to Friday, 12-9 p.m. Saturday
Cuisine: Thai
Outdoor scene: Thai Thai's ample patio hangs off the side of its building at the NorthWest Crossing neighborhood's main roundabout, giving diners a clear view of the Cascade mountains. Umbrellas shade eight tables from the sun, and dogs are allowed to hang around, too.
Trattoria Sbandati
1444 N.W. College Way
trattoriasbandati.com, 541-306-6825
Hours: 5 p.m.-close Tuesday to Saturday
Cuisine: Italian
Outdoor scene: This eatery's six tables sit not too far from a busy gas station, but the owners have added umbrellas, flowers and other niceties to shield patrons from the real world and keep them focused on their food.
The Victorian Cafe
1404 N.W. Galveston Ave.
victoriancafebend.com, 541-382-6411
Hours: 7 a.m.-2 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Breakfast and lunch cafe
Outdoor scene: The Vic's outdoor space — shielded from the 14th/Galveston roundabout by the restaurant — has eight tables, though the restaurant has more if it needs them. There are umbrellas and tall trees for shade, and a fire pit takes the chill off in the morning. Also: A drink table offering a full bar selection for those who want a bloody mary while they wait.
The Village Baker
1470 S.W. Knoll Ave.
facebook.com/villagebaker, 541-318-1054
Hours: 7 a.m.-4 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Breads, sandwiches and pastries
Outdoor scene: This popular bakery's patio holds six tables plus a couple benches and Adirondack chairs, all situated to the west of the building, and thus away from busy and noisy Century Drive. Flowers add to the urban-oasis vibe, and trees provide shade.
Airport Cafe
63136 Powell Butte Highway
541-318-8989
Hours: 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday to Thursday; 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Cuisine: American diner-style food
Outdoor scene: This cafe's unique second-level patio seating offers two tables on one side of the building where diners can watch planes landing and taking off, and two tables on the other side of the building that offer a clear and impressive view of the Cascades.
Boston's The Gourmet Pizza
61276 S. U.S. Highway 97
bostons.com cq, 541-647-5050
Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday to Thursday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Cuisine: All-American
Outdoor scene: Boston's offers two outdoor areas, each seating about 32. One adults-only area is accessed through the bar, and sports a portable heater and a fireplace. The other is family friendly. Dogs are allowed in both areas. The restaurant's proximity to Third Street is of note.
Country Catering Co.
900 S.E. Wilson Ave.
bendcatering.com, 541-383-5014
Hours: 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday, 6:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday
Cuisine: Deli and barbecue
Outdoor scene: Listen to live music during the Party on the Patio every Friday night, when regular seating for 30 is expanded to 100 and all-you-can-eat barbecue is $10.95. The occasional bonfire marks the big events.
Crossings at The Riverhouse
3075 N. U.S. Highway 97
riverhouse.com, 541-389-8810
Hours: 5 to 10 p.m. Monday to Friday, 5 to 11 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Cuisine: Fine dining and casual fare
Outdoor scene: A patio and deck with seating for 130 boasts one of Central Oregon's best views along the Deschutes River. Watch kayakers play in the rapids or enjoy a pastoral scene that includes the cabin featured in the TV show “How the West Was Won.” It's a prime wildlife viewing spot as well, with frequent geese and deer sightings.
El Burrito
335 N.E. DeKalb Ave.
elburritobend.com cq, 541-382-2177
Hours: 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 5 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday
Cuisine: Mexican
Outdoor scene: Seating for 20 on the deck with views of Mount Bachelor and the Three Sisters. Happy hour food specials from 3 to 5 p.m.
El Rancho Grande
63455 N. U.S. Highway 97
elranchograndebend.com, 541-312-2022
Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Mexican
Outdoor scene: The patio seating area features six tables.
Hola!
2670 N.E. U.S. Highway 20
holabend.com cq, 541-389-4652
Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday to Thursday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday to Saturday
Cuisine: Peruvian
Outdoor scene: The outdoor patio has seven tables, with heaters for chilly weather.
Jackalope Grill
1245 S. Third St.
jackalopegrill.com cq, 541-318-8435
Hours: 5 p.m.-close Tuesday to Saturday
Outdoor scene: There will be an outdoor seating area in an enclosed courtyard once the restaurant moves to 750 Lava Road at the end of June.
Jake's Diner
2210 N.E. U.S. Highway 20
jakesdinerbend.com cq, 541-382-0118
Hours: 5 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday to Saturday, 6 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday
Cuisine: Diner food
Outdoor scene: Five tables with shade from umbrellas.
Kayo's Dinner House & Lounge
415 N.E. Third St.
kayosdinnerhouse.net cq, 541-323-2520
Hours: 11 a.m.-close Monday to Friday, 4 p.m.-close Saturday
Cuisine: Steak and seafood, French
Outdoor scene: Kayo's offers outdoor seating for about 25 people on its patio, along with heaters for cold days. While the view's not exactly of the Cascades, there's a bit of people-watching to be had courtesy of the nearby motel pool if you're of a mind to ogle.
Maverick's Country Bar & Grill
20565 Brinson Blvd.
maverickscountrybar.com, 541-382-4270
Hours: 11 a.m.-close Monday to Saturday
Cuisine: Burgers, salads and more
Outdoor scene: Maverick's patio offers heaters, occasional live music and a view of Pilot Butte to those looking for an east-side option. There's a bocce ball court on the patio, and a tournament starts June 13.
McKay Cottage Restaurant
62910 O.B. Riley Road
themckaycottage.com, 541-383-2697
Hours: 7 a.m.-2 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Home-style casual dining for breakfast and lunch
Outdoor scene: 18 to 20 tables in a garden-like setting with lots of grass, trees and flowers with a patio and a little creek that flows along the side of the restaurant.
Phoenix Cafe
594 N.E. Bellevue Drive
541-317-0727
Hours: 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. daily, lounge open until 10 p.m. Wednesday to Saturday
Cuisine: American cuisine
Outdoor scene: Seats about 30 people with umbrellas and plants, peaceful and serene.
Pilot Butte Drive-In
917 N.E. Greenwood Ave.
pilotbutte.com cq, 541-382-2972
Hours: 7 a.m.-7 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Traditional burger fare
Outdoor scene: Whole patio right near carhop section with high fence wall.
Rockin' Daves Bagel Bistro
661 N.E. Greenwood Avenue
rockindaves.com, 541-318-8177
Hours: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday to Saturday
Cuisine: Bagels, plus breakfast and lunch
Outdoor scene: A handful of tables and chairs sit between this quirky bagel place and busy Greenwood Avenue. Recommended for people wanting good food and an urban experience; not recommended for anyone seeking peace and quiet.
Slick's Que Co.
212 N.E. Revere Ave.
slicksqueco.com, 541-647-2114
Hours: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday to Saturday
Cuisine: Authentic Texas and Southern barbecue
Outdoor scene: The private front landscaped patio, off the main dining room, features five to six tables with four chairs each. The space has a fire pit and offers live music Friday nights.
Versante Pizza
1085 S.E. Third St.
versantepizza.com, 541-318-9177
Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. weekdays, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. weekends
Cuisine: Pizza
Outdoor scene: Versante's location near the intersection of Third Street and Reed Market Road isn't exactly the most peaceful in Bend. But with eight tables seating 25 to 30, plus flowers everywhere and a fire pit that attracts humans like moths to a flame, it's a popular hangout spot.
750 Wine Bar & Bistro
427 S.W. Eighth St.
sevenfifty.webs.com, 541-504-7111
Hours: 4-9 p.m. Monday to Friday
Cuisine: Tapas and small plates to share, plus homemade desserts
Outdoor scene: The large wraparound deck seats 28 customers and faces Redmond's central Centennial Park. Tables are adorned with candles, warmed with heaters and surrounded by landscaping and flowers.
Baldy's BBQ
950 S.W. Veterans Way
baldysbbq.com cq, 541-923-2271
Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Classic barbecue: shrimp, chicken wings, burgers, pulled pork
Outdoor seating: Seating for about 20 on the north side of the restaurant, overlooking a grassy area and a bank next door.
Cross Creek Cafe
507 S.W. Eighth St.
facebook.com/crosscreekcafe, 541-548-2883
Hours: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Pub fare
Outdoor scene: Patio seats 20 amid fire pits, but on Friday nights, the parking lot is blocked off to accommodate 50 for live music.
Diego's Spirited Kitchen
447 S.W. Sixth St.
541-316-2002
Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Blend of Mexican flavors, pasta and steaks
Outdoor scene: Urban chic outdoor dining for 34 in the alley behind the restaurant.
Madaline's Grill
2414 S. U.S. Highway 97
centormall.com/Madalines_Grill cq, 541-548-9964
Hours: 6 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday to Friday, 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Patio closes at 9 p.m.
Cuisine: Mexican and American Bistro
Outdoor scene: The view may be of a nearby gas station's prices going up, as one Madaline's worker cracked wise, but with seating for up to 80, this pergola-covered patio is a definite contender for your dining dollar while in Redmond.
One Street Down
124 S.W. Seventh St.
onestreetdowncafe.com, 541-647-2341
Hours: 7 a.m.-3 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Eclectic sandwiches, salads and pastries with a European flair
Outdoor scene: A quaint yard behind this cafe in a craftsman house holds a pergola, paver patio and lots of grass, plus seating for about 45. Umbrellas and elm trees provide shade.
Seventh Street Brewhouse
855 S.W. Seventh St.
cascadelakes.com, 541-923-1795
Hours: 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday to Thursday; 11:30 am-1 p.m. Friday and Saturday; noon-10 p.m. Sunday
Cuisine: Pub fare: burgers, sandwiches, salads and more
Outdoor scene: This pub features horseshoe pits in the gravel area near its eight outdoor patio tables and a stand-around bar. (Horseshoe tournaments happen Monday nights for the serious competitor.) Warm yourself next to the propane fire pit on cooler nights.
Angeline's Bakery
121 W. Main Ave.
angelinesbakery.com, 541-549-9122
Hours: 6:30 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, and hours will extend later this summer.
Cuisine: Breakfast and lunch featuring vegan, gluten-free and raw foods
Outdoor scene: Six tables are available in the private, gated, grassy backyard behind the restaurant, a cozy environment that often includes music on the purple stage.
Brand 33
16900 Aspen Lakes Drive
aspenlakes.com, 541-549-3663
Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Upscale pub fare
Outdoor scene: Mountains, sunsets, burbling water features — this patio boasts it has the best view in Sisters, and it just might. While more tables can be moved outside for special events, on any given night there is space for 100 to dine alfresco.
Bronco Billy's
190 E. Cascade Ave.
broncobillysranchgrill.com, 541-549-7427
Hours: 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. or close daily (later on weekends)
Cuisine: Casual American and Mexican
Outdoor scene: An expansive, shady deck provides ample outdoor seating at Bronco Billy's, ideally located for people-watching on Sisters' main drag. The space is covered and has heaters for evenings. And at times it serves as an entertainment venue — don't expect a quiet meal there during Sisters Rodeo weekend.
The Depot
250 Cascade Ave.
541-549-2572
Hours: 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, 8 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Saturday to Sunday
Cuisine: American comfort food, prepared from scratch
Outdoor scene: The Depot has large outdoor decks and paver patio, with shade trees and sculptures. The 10 tables hold 50 to 70 people. The outdoor area also has a fire pit and offers live music and special event dinners throughout the summer.
Jen's Garden
403 E. Hood Ave.
intimatecottagecuisine.com, 541-549-2699
Hours: 5 p.m.-close Wednesday to Sunday
Cuisine: Southern French
Outdoor scene: Five tables on a brick patio are sheltered by a roof, which includes a trellis and overhead space heaters. Look out into the garden as you dine.
Los Agaves Mexican Grill
291 E. Cascade Ave.
losagavessisters.com, 541-549-0777
Hours: 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Mexican
Outdoor scene: Los Agaves' patio offers a view of Main Street and plenty of room for about 50 people. A fire pit will keep you warm on blustery days, and umbrellas will keep you shaded on blistering ones. This summer, patrons can expect to hear live acoustic guitar on Saturday evenings.
Rancho Viejo
150 East Cascade Avenue
541-549-3594
Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday to Thursday, 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Cuisine: Mexican
Outdoor scene: People who sip on margaritas at Rancho Viejo's nine-table deck can't people-watch very well because it sits behind the restaurant and not in front of it and on the street like the courtyards at other downtown Sisters restaurants. But it seems the locals like this because they can enjoy a meal in a private setting that's hidden from the tourists — and if the locals like a place, then it must be good.
Slick's Que Co.
240 E. Cascade Ave.
slicksqueco.com cq, 541-719-0580
Hours: 11 a.m.-8 p.m., daily
Cuisine: Authentic Texas and Southern style barbecue
Outdoor scene: A private landscaped walkway in front of the restaurant features five to six tables with two chairs each. The restaurant hosts live music on Friday nights.
Sno Cap Drive-In
380 W. Cascade Ave.
541-549-6151
Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.- 8 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday to Thursday (hours expand after June 8)
Cuisine: Classic American burger joint
Outdoor scene: Located on the bustling streets of Sisters, the outdoor patio provides a good place to watch people go by. There are eight picnic tables with seating for six to eight people each. The tables are shaded by large umbrellas.
Seasons Cafe & Wine Shop
411 E. Hood Ave.
541-549-8911
Hours: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Sandwiches, salads
Outdoor scene: Sprinkled with picnic tables, the yard and deck hold about 60 people. Umbrellas provide shade on hot Central Oregon summer days.
Three Creeks Brewing
721 Desperado Court
threecreeksbrewing.com, 541-549-1963
Hours: 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday to Thursday, 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Cuisine: Pub fare
Outdoor scene: A patio stocked with picnic tables and heaters seats around 60 people and offers a pleasant atmosphere in the pines just southeast of Sisters.
Barney Prine's Steakhouse & Saloon
380 N. Main St., Prineville
barneyprines.com, 541-447-3333
Hours: 4 p.m.-close Tuesday to Sunday
Cuisine: Steakhouse, plus seafood, chicken, pasta
Outdoor scene: Three to four tables can accommodate up to 16 people under an old-style wood awning that provides shade on a summer evening. Hanging potted flowers and landscaping spice up this central downtown sidewalk area that offers Prineville people-watching.
Big Al's Fire House Grill
6033 S. Williams Road, Powell Butte
541-548-1488
Hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Burgers and barbecue
Outdoor scene: Enjoy good grub on log picnic tables at Big Al's, where outdoor seating is the main seating. There's room for 15 to 20 people, who will soon enjoy live music with their fare on weekends. And if you're making the trip to Powell Butte, know this: A sign at the shack warns vegetarians to drive 20 miles west for eats.
Black Butte Ranch
13653 Hawksbeard Road, 8.5 miles west of Sisters
blackbutteranch.com, 541-595-1260
Hours: Varied
Cuisine: Northwest
Outdoor scene: Black Butte Ranch offers several outdoor dining options, most notably Robert's Pub (7 a.m.-close daily), where 50 diners can overlook a golf course fairway framed by tons of trees and the tips of the Cascades. The Aspen Lounge (3 p.m.-close Wednesday to Sunday) also offers a view of the mountains, and the resort is currently updating the patio at its main restaurant, The Lodge. Construction is expected to wrap up this month.
The Boathouse Restaurant
13300 U.S. Highway 20, 13.6 miles northwest of Sisters
thelodgeatsuttlelake.com, 541-595-2628
Hours: 8:30 a.m.-9 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Eclectic Northwest fusion cuisine
Outdoor scene: The brilliant blue of Suttle Lake is a stone's throw from the outdoor tables at The Boathouse Restaurant, which is part of The Lodge at Suttle Lake. An awning provides shade and the tranquility is divine: From this vantage you don't even see the traffic of U.S. Highway 20 climbing the mountainside.
Cafe Sintra
4 Ponderosa Drive, Sunriver
cafesintra.com, 541-593-1222
Hours: 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday to Saturday, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Outdoor scene: Ten tables with umbrellas for shade face a grassy area that wraps around Sunriver's Cafe Sintra, making for a fine place to enjoy a meal at this breakfast and lunch establishment.
Geno's Italian Grill
212 S.W. Fourth St., Madras
genositaliangrill.net, 541-475-6048
Hours: 11 a.m.-close Tuesday to Friday, 8 a.m.-close Saturday and Sunday
Cuisine: Italian
Outdoor scene: A patio holds approximately eight tables, with seating for four at each. Live music is offered periodically.
Hola!
57235 River Road, Sunriver
holabend.com, 541-593-8880
Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Peruvian
Outdoor scene: An enclosed outdoor area features circular, rectangular and tall bar seating, with river and forest views.
Kokanee Cafe
25545 S.W. Forest Service Road 1419, Camp Sherman
kokaneecafe.com, 541-595-6420
Hours: 5 p.m.-close daily
Cuisine: Northwest with French influence, inspired by surrounding forest
Outdoor scene: This beloved Camp Sherman institution offers an enclosed porch that seats about 32, as well as an open-air patio that can accommodate another 20, and heaters keep patrons toasty while their salmon is cooking. While there's not a direct view of the nearby Metolius River, the view of the Deschutes National Forest, ponderosas and aspens is pretty wild too.
Marcello's Cucina Italiana
4 Ponderosa Road, Sunriver
marcellos-sunriver.com, 541-593-8300
Hours: Lounge is open from 4 p.m.-close daily; restaurant opens at 5 p.m.
Cuisine: Italian
Outdoor scene: Attached to main dining room behind the restaurant, this partially shaded patio seats about 40. Marcello's has outdoor heaters and occasionally features live music on the patio, where the surrounding shrubbery gives it a beer garden atmosphere.
Meadows at the Lodge
1 Center Drive, Sunriver
sunriver-resort.com, 541-593-3740
Hours: 7 a.m.-2 p.m., with limited dinner hours of 5 to 9 p.m. in June and daily for dinner in July
Cuisine: Casual fine dining featuring Northwest and ethnic cuisine
Outdoor scene: Partially covered patio with heaters and umbrellas seats about 60. The view is of Mount Bachelor and part of the Three Sisters overlooking the Meadows golf course. Sunriver has a number of places to eat outside in a gorgeous setting; visit the website above for more details.
Owl's Nest
1 Center Drive, Sunriver
sunriver-resort.com, 541-593-3730
Hours: 2-10 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 2 p.m.-close Friday; 11:30 a.m.-close Saturday, 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday
Cuisine: Pub fare
Outdoor scene: Seating for about 50 or 60. Views of Meadows golf course, Mount Bachelor and the mountains. There is heating on a covered patio on the second level of main lodge.
Pump House Bar & Grill
8320 N. U.S. Highway 97, Terrebonne
541-548-4990
Hours: 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday, 11 a.m.-midnight Friday; 8 a.m.-midnight Saturday
Cuisine: Burgers, sandwiches, pasta, steaks and seafood
Outdoor scene: The Pump House Bar & Grill's deck has two picnic tables and five regular tables outside its bar that are split into a smoking and a non-smoking section. Well-behaved dogs are also allowed on the deck as long as they're kept on a leash. The dog's owners do not need a leash to eat at the restaurant unless they, too, chase after squirrels or cars.
Range at Brasada Ranch
16986 S.W. Brasada Ranch Road, Powell Butte
brasada.com, 541-526-6862
Hours: 5:30 p.m.-close Wednesday to Sunday
Cuisine: Globally inspired farm-to-table foods
Outdoor scene: Range's patio has room for 75 to 100 people, plus Adirondack chairs, a fire pit and small fireplace. The restaurant offers heaters and blankets to combat the kind of chilly weather you experience when you're watching the sunset or gazing at stars. Also fun: Range has long sticks for cooking S'mores over the fire, plus homemade marshmallows and graham crackers. Brasada Ranch also has a more casual spot called The Ranch House (open 7 a.m.-10 p.m. daily), which has outdoor seating for 40 to 50 people, a fire pit, and goregous views.
Scapolo's
13000 S.W. Century Drive at Mt. Bachelor
mtbachelor.com, 541-382-2442
Hours: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. daily beginning July 6
Cuisine: Italian and American favorites
Outdoor scene: Located at Mt. Bachelor's Pine Marten Lodge, Scapolo's boasts the best views in Central Oregon. Requiring a chairlift ride or a long hike up the mountain to get there, the outdoor deck has great views overlooking the Cascades and the Cascade Lakes. The 10 tables seat about 40 people. Propane heaters will keep you warm.
South Bend Bistro
57080 West Mall Drive, Sunriver
southbendbistro.com, 541-593-3881
Hours: 5 p.m.-close Wednesday to Sunday. Deck will be open mid-June through mid-September. Reservations required in July and August.
Cuisine: Contemporary American with French and Italian influences
Outdoor scene: Surrounded by large pine trees, the large deck seats about 40 people. Umbrellas are provided for shade on those hot summer days in Central Oregon.
Tastee Treat
493 N.E. Third St., Prineville
541-447-4165
Hours: 7 a.m.-9 p.m. daily
Cuisine: Bugers and other tastee treats
Outdoor scene: Tastee Treat is a Prineville institution, not because of its fancy waterfront patio or mountain-view deck, but because it serves good ol' fashioned burgers. There is a patio with room for 20 or so diners who get a nice view of the historic Crook County Courthouse as well as the best people-watching in Prineville. “You can see everything from here,” said the woman who answered the phone.
Terrebonne Depot Food + Drink
400 N.W. Smith Rock Way, Terrebonne
terrebonnedepot.com, 541-548-5030
Hours: 11:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Cuisine: New American food featuring dishes that rotate with the season
Outside seating: Ample outside deck seating at this converted railroad depot features views of Smith Rock and the Cascades.