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Bridgewater Bistro, Astoria, OR

Bridgewater Bistro

4.6 (777)
$31 to $50
Northwest
20 Basin St, ste A, Astoria, OR 97103

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 38 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
The restaurant is an old cannery and has been converted beautifully. Large planking floors, high ceilings and a gorgeous selection of wines and spirits displayed everywhere. Enjoy NW Bistro inspired fare from our scratch kitchen with a dynamic, breathtaking 270 degree waterfront views from the main floor or mezzanine levels.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Northwest, Bistro, Contemporary French / American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–8:30 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Astoria
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Delivery, Entertainment, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch

What 777 people are saying

Bridgewater Bistro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Portland / Oregon

    Great for scenic views

  • Portland / Oregon

    Northwest

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bridgewater Bistro offers a "fantastic" dining experience with "amazing views" of the Columbia River. The "delicious food," especially the clam and mussel chowder, is complemented by "friendly service." It's known for its "gluten-free options," making it a favorite for those with dietary restrictions. Perfect for special occasions with its "stunning ambiance" and live music.
777 Reviews
  1. Dr . George

    Portland / Oregon2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My only complaint was we asked for a split salad and were given one big salad and the only extra plate on the table was the bread plate… so that made a mess

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  2. Fiona VIP

    Portland / Oregon5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an incredible spot for lunch. The food and service were terrific and the view is superb! Highly recommend!

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  3. Erik

    Portland / Oregon2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The restaurant was very loud, and the tables were too close together. The food was good, but a bit overpriced. Our server was helpful and accommodating for my child's special meal requests.

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  4. Erik

    Portland / Oregon1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The manager went over and above to get us a table and we really appreciated it!

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  5. Michele VIP

    Seattle / Eastern Washington26 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    This is my second time at this restaurant. The ambiance is great. Tables are spaced well and the view is fantastic. The problem is that both times they have run out of menu items. Understandable but seems to be many items. Also they advertise one price and charge you another. Our waitress was nice and made sure to give service but did not inform us of the wrong menu prices. A two ounce piece of smoked salmon was an extra $14. Menu stated 4 oz for $12. Deserts were good.

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  6. jennifer VIP

    Portland / Oregon20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This airy feeling, upscale, right on the water bistro is a perfect choice for a casual dinner or a special occasion. Soft background music and beautiful sunsets add to the ambience. There is a wide range of menu choices so everyone should be happy. This time it was fish and chips, delicious!

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  7. Sarah

    Denver / Colorado19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I wish I could remember the name of our server. She was awesome. The food was incredibly good. Their Hungarian Mushroom soup was delicious and came out piping hot, just as we like it. I would go back again if I were in the area. Awesome view too.

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  8. Chris

    Utah7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A bit of a slip on the food quality since we last dinned here, crispy sprouts weren't , noticable differance on the cooking of two burgers med- rare on one , well done on the other.

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  9. Tanis

    Portland / Oregon1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I find myself in quite a few restaurants when traveling, seeing how I am also in this business and have been in all the roles of a kitchen. 40yrs of trying to master something that cannot be tamed. With that being said I understand the simplicity of this menu but do not understand the pricing on a steak that clearly has no business sitting at a $45 price range. Coming from a town that takes steak and potatoes to heart, this was far from the grass fed, home grown, mouthwatering meal I was expecting. So be it. Chalk it up and move on. Potatoes were under par as well. Braised pork dish was delightful,, the greens tasty and the sweet pots smooth, creamy, and riced to perfection. Unfortunately by the time I got to the center I was dry. None the less the accompanying sides made up for it Dessert was good, I had just made a posser not long ago and still wanted a bit of a spoonful. Berries were not washed properly , as leaf was still hanging around to remind me to make sure produce is thoroughly cleaned when I get home. Not sure what the chef is shooting for, if they have one. The place is quaint. Piano nice, bass the same. Im sure I will return some day if I'm in the area hoping to see a revised menu and listen to that piano. Anyway, go see for yourself! This is just one chefs thoughts. What the hell do I know:)

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  10. Beth VIP

    Portland / Oregon50 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We have been many times and always enjoyed sitting downstairs. When I made reservations for visiting guests I made an assumption we would have the same experience. Unfortunately we had a back table upstairs. Next time call and ask. Food is always predictably good. Enjoy all the GF options.

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Bridgewater Bistro is rated 4.6 stars by 777 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 38 times today
Google Map for Bridgewater Bistro

20 Basin St, ste A, Astoria, OR 97103

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Astoria
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–8:30 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Northwest, Bistro, Contemporary French / American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Delivery, Entertainment, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch
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