Welcome to the Bend Magazine restaurant directory. Use our online resource to guide your exploration of Central Oregon’s vibrant culinary scene. Discover a new restaurant, find what dishes and drinks our editors recommend and easily compare and contrast offerings based on our filters that allow you to sort by food type, location and other attributes like beer and wine offerings. The restaurant guide includes establishments that have been visited and vetted by our staff. Those with our editor’s pick symbol have been recognized as having attained notable excellence in customer experience and execution. Know a great restaurant that isn’t in our guide? Let us know, email editorial@bendmagazine.com
Restaurant Guide
5 Fusion & Sushi Bar, Asian Fusion, BendSince opening, 5 Fusion & Sushi Bar has held a reputation as the best sushi place in Bend, but the menu doesn’t stop there. Their renowned chef creates gourmet twists on Asian and American fare. Read more about Chef Joe Kim here.
821 NW Wall St., Bend, 541.323.2328
- 900 Wall, American Bistro, Bend
Okay, so it isn’t new, but the newly revamped 900 Wall is back in action. This busy restaurant is perfect for someone looking for an upscale dining environment with good atmosphere. This is a top spot for a cocktail and small plate at happy hour. Read more about 900 Wall’s recent renovations here.
900 NW Wall St., Bend, 541.323.6295
- Ariana Restaurant, French/American, Bend
Above all, Ariana is known for consistently serving delicious gourmet food and providing a world-class restaurant atmosphere. You’ll definitely want to make a reservation. Read more about the family restaurant here.
1304 NW Galveston Ave., Bend, 541.330.5539 - Bangers and Brews, Homestyle, Bend
They do one thing and they do it right. With unexpected brats such as wild boar and water buffalo in addition to the classics, this family-run business knows how to style a bun. The chimichurri is pure bliss.
1288 SW Simpson Ave. Suite A, Bend, 541.389.2050 Barrio, Mexican, Bend
Don’t let the name scare you off, Barrio is upscale taqueria known for its refreshing and original cocktail menu and flavorful food. Dishes here are almost made for sharing and best eaten tapas style. Now located in a larger space, complete with outdoor patio means less time waiting and more time enjoying the lively atmosphere.
915 NW Wall St., Bend, 541.389.2025Bethlyn’s Global Fusion, Asian Fusion, Bend
From food cart to restaurant, Global Fusion has continued to explore new culinary territory with an almost entirely revamped menu. Most items on the menu can be ordered vegan, vegetarian or gluten-free. Read more about Global Fusion here.
1075 NW Newport Ave, Bend, 541.617.0513Bistro 28, American Bistro, Bend
The award-winning Zydeco owners brought their style to the Athletic Club of Bend and revived its dining scene. The decadent barbeque shrimp dish that is a Zydeco favorite also graces this casual fine dining menu. Read more about Bistro 28 here.
61615 Athletic Club Dr. , Bend, 541.728.0065- Broken Top Bottle Shop, Pub Casual, Bend
Making most entrées in both meat and vegan versions, this casual pub has drafts on tap, wine and way more than ninety-nine bottles of beer on the wall. A twelve-door cooler lines the room, stocking more than 400 varieties of beer, cider, sake, kombucha and old-time soda. Read more about Broken Top Bottle Shop here.
1470 Pence Ln., Bend, 541.728.0703 Cascade Lakes Lodge, Brewpub, Bend
Eclectic Pacific Northwest pub grub is on the menu at this well-situated brewery at the bottom of the return from Mt. Bachelor. The Cowboy Up burger and salads are good pairings with Cascade Lakes brews.
1441 SW Chandler Ave., Bend, 541.388.4998Chanterelle at Pronghorn, American Bistro, Bend
With the drive, it takes about a half an hour from Bend or Redmond until you are in the dining room at Pronghorn. The golf course and mountain views, the food, the service and the wine list make the trip more than worth your while.
65600 Pronghorn Club Drive, Bend, 541.693.5300
