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Since 2009, blogger Tawna Fenske has penned regular posts for the Bend Adventure Journal featuring insider tips and best-of-Bend spotlights. A fourth-generation Oregonian with more than two decades spent living in Bend, Tawna offers hints to help you make the most of a Bend vacation. Whether you’re looking for the city’s best biscuits and gravy, planning a family hike, or wondering how to safely float the river, you’ll get the scoop with a side order of silly humor. Smile…you’re in Bend.

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The Bite Food Truck Lot

Come on down to The Bite in scenic Tumalo — at the north end of... 19860 7th Street, Bend, OR, 97703 541.610.6457 https://www.thebitetumalo.com

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Bangers & Brews - Eastside

As a family run restaurant we understand that the best way isn't always the fastest... 1462 NE Cushing Dr, #140, Bend, OR 97701 541.797.6886 https://bangersandbrews.com/

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The Cellar - A Porter Brewing Company

A relaxed and fun atmosphere for families and neighbors to enjoy. Offering scratch made pies... 206 NW Oregon Ave, Suite 2, Bend, OR 97703 541.382.1645 https://www.porterbrewingco.com

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Waypoint BBC

Bend Brewing Co's second pub located at The Grove in Northwest Crossing. 921 Northwest Mount Washington Drive, Bend, OR 97701 https://www.waypointbbc.com

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Blissful Spoon

Fabulous food with no guilt. What you eat is so important to your overall health!... 65 NW Newport Ave #100 Bend, OR 97703 541.241.8181 https://blissfulspoon.com/

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Laurie's Grill

Family restaurant in Bend, Oregon, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 415 NE 3rd, Bend, OR 97703 541.330.8955 https://lauries-grill.business.site/

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Rapa Nui

Rapa Nui Tiki Lounge and bar in Bend, Oregon will transport you from the high... 360 SW Powerhouse Dr, Suite 210, Bend, OR 97702 541.668.6611 https://www.rapanuitiki.com

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Perk Avenue Coffee

Perk Avenue Coffee has been a local favorite since 1997, offering a wide variety coffee... 3198 N Hwy 97, Bend, OR 97703 541.318.1819 https://perkcoffeebend.com

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Old Ironwood Taps

Old Ironwood Taps brings beer, wine, cider, and seltzer to The Yard @ Bunk+Brew. Join... 42 NW Hawthorne Ave, Bend, OR 97703 458.202.1090 https://www.bunkandbrew.com/

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Beach Hut Deli

Deli providing hot and cold specialty sandwiches, soups, and salads. 16 taps, wines, and cocktails.... 852 NW Brooks St, Bend, OR 97703 541.639.3115 https://www.facebook.com/BeachHutDeliBend/

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Lively Up Yourself Food Cart

Lively Up Yourself is a 100% vegan food cart with a full range menu including:... 1661 NE 4th Ave, Bend, OR 97701 541.508.7559 https://www.livelyupyourselffood.com/?fbclid=IwAR1A1HrRrT6CGEPlGmOYpnqd-hp0n5NhAXiEkucJlVJ1QHfaIO4GRi0Y59E

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Initiative Brewery

Relax at our new brewpub and enjoy some of our world class beer and innovative... 424 NW Fifth St, Redmond, OR 97756 541.527.4380 https://initiativebrew.com

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Deeply Rooted

Deeply Rooted is a plant-based restaurant in Bend, Oregon serving locally sourced pressed juices, specialty dishes,... 1133 NW Wall St, #100, Bend, OR 97701 541.797.6662 https://www.deeplyrootedbend.com/

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Bend Izakaya Ronin

An izakaya is Japan's version of a pub or neighborhood drinking establishment. Izakaya's have been... 70 SW Century Drive, Suite #120 541.797.4325 https://www.bendizakaya.com/

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Dining at Sunriver Resort

Sunriver Resort offers a variety of indoor and outdoor dining options with restaurants for every... 17600 Center Dr, Sunriver, OR 97707 541.593.3740 https://www.sunriverresort.com/dining-eat-drink/food-and-drinks-overview

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The Point Pub & Grill of Bend

Local family friendly pub and grill with a full vegan menu and gluten free options,... 744 NW Bond St Unit A, Bend, OR 97703 541.797.6828 https://lovemypoint.com/

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The Commons Cafe & Taproom

Once Crow's Feet Commons, often referred to just as Crow's Feet, and known to many... 875 NW Brooks St, Bend, OR 97703 541.323.3955 https://www.thecommonsbend.com/

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Cafe & Deli

The Lemon Tree

The Lemon Tree is currently open for take out and delivery of a limited menu.... 718 NW Franklin Ave, Bend, OR 97703 541.241.5306 https://lemontreebend.com/

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Bars, Clubs, & Nightlife

Astro Lounge

The Astro Lounge is located in the heart of downtown Bend Oregon. It has been... 939 NW Bond St, Bend, OR 97703 541.388.0116 http://www.astroloungebend.com/

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Mexican

El Rodeo

On Bend's southeast side, El Rodeo family-style restaurant has been serving up authentic Mexican food,... 785 SE 3rd St, Bend, OR 97702 541.617.5952 https://www.elrodeobend.com/

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American

Reed Pub Co.

There is nothing fancy about Reed Pub Co. and the owners and patrons are just... 1141 SE Centennial Ct, Bend, OR 97702 541.312.2800 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Reed-Pub-Company/161179173905357

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Bend Ale Trail

Wild Ride Brewing

Wild Ride Brewing in the heart of downtown Redmond, Oregon is both a production brewery... 332 SW 5th St, Redmond, OR 97756 541.516.8544 https://www.wildridebrew.com/

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Mexican

Barrio

Barrio, a Latin inspired restaurant serving lunch, dinner and happy hour in downtown Bend, started... 915 NW Wall St, Bend, OR 97703 541.389.2025 http://barriobend.com/

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Bend Ale Trail

GoodLife Brewing

GoodLife Brewing is a tribute to the incredibly good life lived in Bend, Oregon, As... 70 SW Century Dr #100-464, Bend, OR 97702 541.728.0749 http://goodlifebrewing.com/

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Cafe & Deli

Rockin’ Dave's Bistro & Backstage Lounge

Tucked out of the way on Greenwood Avenue in Bend, Rockin’ Dave’s Bistro is easy... 661 NE Greenwood Ave, Bend, OR 97701 541.318.8177 http://rockindaves.com/

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American

Brickhouse Steak & Seafood

Brickhouse Steak & Seafood is located in the former Bend firehouse, a historical building situated... 5 NW Minnesota, Bend, OR 97703 541.728.0334 https://bend.brickhousesteakhouse.com/

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Northwest Cuisine

Greg's Grill

Situated in the heart of the historic Old Mill District, Greg's Grill sits amidst the... Old Mill District, 395 SW Powerhouse Dr, Bend, OR 97702 541.382.2200 http://www.gregsgrill.com/Home/

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Seafood

Roszak's Fish House

Just exactly how long has Roszak's Fish House been operating in Bend? Forever, you guys.... 1230 NE 3rd St, Bend, OR 97701 541.382.3173 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Roszaks-Fish-House/119315368083229

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Brewery/Pub

Brother Jon's Alehouse

A Bend institution so popular you can visit it twice (they have a brother location... 1051 NW Bond St, Bend, OR 97703 541.728.0102 http://www.brotherjonsalehouse.com/

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Bars, Clubs, & Nightlife

JC's Bar & Grill

We ain’t fancy but we know how to have fun. Located on Franklin Avenue in... 642 NW Franklin Ave, Bend, OR 97703 541.383.3000 https://www.jcsbend.com/

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Bars, Clubs, & Nightlife

Seven

Seven Restaurant and Nightclub downtown on Bond St offers a full lineup of weekly events,... 1033 NW Bond St, Bend, OR 97703 541.760.9412 https://www.facebook.com/7bend/

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Brewery/Pub

Brother Jon's Public House

Tucked into a repurposed cottage on Galveston Avenue sits the original Brother Jon’s Public House... 1227 NW Galveston Ave, Bend, OR 97703 541.306.3321 http://www.brotherjonspublichouse.com/

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Asian & Middle Eastern

Joolz

Joolz is offering a majority of their regular menu modified to dishes that travel best.... 916 NW Wall St, Bend, OR 97703 541.388.5094 http://joolzbend.com/

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Asian & Middle Eastern

Shinsei Sushi

Located in the Cascade Village Shopping Center on Bend's north end you'll find Shinsei Sushi.... Cascade Village Shopping Center, 63455 N Hwy 97, Suite 35, Bend, OR 97701 541.306.3486 http://www.shinseibend.com/

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American

Cabin 22

With two gigantic fire pits out front, a lot of seating, a dog friendly vibe... 25 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR 97702 541.306.3322 https://www.facebook.com/cabin22bend/

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Asian & Middle Eastern

Kanpai Sushi & Sake Bar

Recently remodeled and completely updated, Kanpai Sushi and Sake Bar is past its decade mark... 990 NW Newport Ave, Bend, OR 97703 541.388.4636 https://www.kanpaibend.com/

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