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The Nehalem River Inn

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Address:
34910 Highway 53
Nehalem, OR 97131

Neighborhood:
Nehalem

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Cuisine:
Contemporary American

Price: $31 to $50

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The Nehalem River Inn Details

Dining Style: Fine Dining
Website: http://www.nehalemriverinn.com
Email: riverinn@nehalemtel.net
Phone: (503) 368-7708
Payment Options: MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Contemporary American, Northwest
Executive Chef: Ryan S. Hamic
Dress Code: Business Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Beer, Farm to Table, Fireplace, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Wine

Getting there

Cross Street: Miami Foley rd
Parking: Private Lot
Parking Details: Parking lot in front of Building and on side is for restaurant use. Rear parking area is for room guests.

A word from The Nehalem River Inn

We are an intimate Fine Dining Restaurant and Country Inn. We specialize in Contemporary Fine Dining cuisine with an emphasis on seasonal and organic meats and produce. We are proud to present the finest cuisine and service available for your dining experience.
Reservations are strongly… recommended.

Unfortunately we do not allow children under 12 in the restaurant. We realize the inconvenience this causes; however it is necessary to maintain the ambiance of our dining experience. Thank you for understanding.
Our Hours and days of operation change with the seasons.

We look forward to meeting you and providing a wonderful culinary experience for you.Continued

The Nehalem River Inn

4.7

17 $31 to $50 restaurant

Awards voted by OpenTable diners

Diners' Choice WinnerBest Food
Diners' Choice WinnerRomantic

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19 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.6 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.6 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

19 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.6 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.6 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

romantic(16)
special occasion(16)
fit for foodies(12)

notable wine list(11)
neighborhood gem(5)
scenic view(2)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (19)

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of the best in Oregon

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/31/2012

2009

Dined on 03/31/2012

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"As always, a great dining experience, and one not to be missed by coast visitors!"

Dined on 03/31/2012

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We enjoy local, fresh and

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/10/2012

2012

Dined on 03/10/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We enjoy local, fresh and unique food when we do go out. This fit the bill."

Dined on 03/10/2012

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This has been a favorite for

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/19/2012

2007

Dined on 02/19/2012

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"This has been a favorite for some time, but the sad news is that it will be closing this August, so make your reservations now."

Dined on 02/19/2012

2007

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

the food was outstanding.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/17/2012

2008

Dined on 02/17/2012

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"the food was outstanding. Never has a steak so tender"

Dined on 02/17/2012

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Expected Better

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 01/15/2012

2012

Dined on 01/15/2012

2012

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Steak was perfect. Ocean scallops were slightly overcooked. Soup was delicious. Other Side dishes had good flavor and seemed prepared from fresh ingredients ,however, execution of the dishes was less than what I expect from a restaurant that makes such a big deal about their chef and fine dining excellence. Portions were small as is often common in fine quisine restaurants. If this restaurant made no boasts in advance we may have been pleasantly impressed, intead, our expectations were for excellence which was not met. However the food was much better than the service. The latter boardered on terrible to rude. The insulting level of service by the waitress spoiled any chance of a pleasant dining experience."

Dined on 01/15/2012

2012

Special Features: special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Better than exspected. Just

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 01/13/2012

2012

Dined on 01/13/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Better than exspected. Just the right touch of ingrediants all suttle flavors came through."

Dined on 01/13/2012

2012

Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

....I felt the Inn was only

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 12/24/2011

2009

Dined on 12/24/2011

2009

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"....I felt the Inn was only fair, considering the price and our expectations of a more gourmet experience. They appeared understaffed.
I would not go back."

Dined on 12/24/2011

2009

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Oregon Coast Gem!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 12/24/2011

2005

Dined on 12/24/2011

2005

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"A four-day mini-escape from Seattle to Cannon Beach left two travelers with some decisions to make for holiday dining. When it came to choosing a location for Christmas Eve, there was no doubt in our minds: return for our fourth visit to NRI. As in the past, our decision was absolutely correct. From the warm greeting by Nicole to the heartfelt and appreciative farewell from Ryan, the entire evening was nothing short of superb and elegant perfection. The food, as always, was perfectly prepared and beautifully presented. The waitstaff was very friendly, but never unprofessional; and her wine suggestion for our selected courses was spot-on. We have always felt we have received well-valued quality there, and look forward to one last visit!"

Dined on 12/24/2011

2005

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

I had heard about this restaurant

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 12/31/2011

2011

Dined on 12/31/2011

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I had heard about this restaurant from two different people so decided to try it out. This is a bit out of the way so the food and ambiance has to be good or people wouldn't drive the distance to get there. My wife didn't want any of the three entree choices so the chef fixed her a vegetarian dish that was quite tasty. Everything was presented well, the staff was friendly and helpful. All-in-all this was a delightful dining experience.
I gave the overall and food ratings 4 stars not because either was lacking but because there is always the chance of doing better. But I have no complaints about either. The filet mignon was done just the way I requested, which is a bit unusual."