Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Bend / Deschutes County

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Yoli

4.9

4.9 (430)

$30 and under

Korean

Bend

About the restaurant

Modern Korean Cuisine.

Top review

Tracy

Dined on May 28, 2025

Great !! Incredible food and wonderful staff/owners. Creative cocktails. Mostly gluten free if someone needs that. One of my favorite places to eat in Bend.

Salute Restaurant & Bar

4.9

4.9 (1023)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Italian

Bend

About the restaurant

Contemporary European-influenced Restaurant in Downtown Bend, Oregon serving modern Italian and Mediterranean food, classic cocktails, and wine in an intimate and comfortable environment. Executive Chef/Owner Jeremy Buck.

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Tim

Dined 5 days ago

Exquisite food and excellent service make Salute one of the very best restaurants in Bend.

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4.9

4.9 (1256)

$31 to $50

American

Sunriver

About the restaurant

South Bend Bistro is a fine dining establishment located in Sunriver, Oregon. You can expect a high level of creativity and flavor in any dish you choose. Chef Scott Phillips has created a menu that showcases locally sourced ingredients, letting their freshness and quality of preparation shine. The menu, along with warm and professional service, a cozy ambience, and great wine list have made South Bend Bistro a hidden gem since 2004.

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Brigitte

Dined 1 day ago

I had the filet mignon and my husband had the salmon. Both were delicious. We also split my birthday dessert of flourless chocolate cake which was decadent. Our waitress Erica was new and was great. David checked in with us too. Always great to see him.

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The Brickhouse - Bend

4.8

4.8 (2476)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Bend

About the restaurant

Serving USDA Prime Steaks, the highest grade of USDA Beef Produced in the U.S.
The finest in Northwest-raised USDA Prime Steaks and Fresh Wild Seafood are specialties of Brickhouse.

Comfortable booth seating, fully stocked bar, award winning wine list and outdoor dining.

Brickhouse serves you only Hormone Free and Antibiotic Free Food. Brickhouse Procures only the finest Ingredients available including many Organic Products. -

Located in the Firehall building across from the Oxford Hotel.

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BenVIP

Dined 2 days ago

This is our umpteen time being there This was very good. food was delicious and cooked to our specifications. Owner Even came by asked how it was, and appreciated for dining there. Noise level was way better than some of our other visits Thanks for the good dining experience ‼️‼️

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Popular dish

Filet Mignon

Wild Rye

4.8

4.8 (288)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Bend

About the restaurant

Wild Rye is a new addition to the culinary and cocktail experience at Brasada Ranch—defining Central Oregon’s high desert cuisine. Led by Executive Chef Karl Holl, every dish is intricately tied to the land, the season, and the lifestyle of the region, whether foraged from the surroundings, grown by Central Oregon farms, or philosophically connected to the desert.

Wild Rye is open to all – Brasada Ranch members and guests, and the general public. Everyone is invited to taste bold local flavors and enjoy a unique dining experience!

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RickVIP

Dined 7 days ago

The food - lamb shank and halibut, was incredible. Chef Karl has really created a delicious menu. Service- Trenton, Christen and Jayden, was exceptional. They know the menu and what goes into each dish. You cannot beat the view. Cannot wait day and to go back.

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Experience

Harvest Dinner Series 2025

Washington Dining & Cocktails

4.8

4.8 (1277)

$30 and under

American

Bend

About the restaurant

Washington Dining & Cocktails combines traditional with swanky and rustic with industrial for a welcoming feel. We feature neighborhood cuisine in a traditional American style, as well as beer, wine and cocktails served in the bar. The Culinary Director, John Gurnee, has created a consistent and approachable menu with some fun twists, like daily specials, a raw seafood bar and salads you can build yourself with a variety of toppings. The kids' menu also gives families better options for healthy food and appealing choices for their children.

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Lucas

Dined 5 days ago

Washington Dining and Cocktails is always a wonderful experience. The food, the staff, the ambiance are all excellent. We love it!!

The Jackalope Grill

4.8

4.8 (415)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Bend

About the restaurant

Serving up a French American fusion with a twist. Join us in a relaxing environment in downtown Bend Oregon with professional staff. Full bar with amazing cocktails, and wine to balance any dinner. Serving up scratch cuisine. Ethically sourced meats and local produce. Beautiful hidden garden seating during warmer seasons. Classy dining room seating is great for date nights. Executive Chef Kelly Day and Owner Laura Bliss bring a classy yet fun vibe to Downtown Bend Dining.

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billVIP

Dined today

A great new Chef and the same awesome servers make it a lot of fun to eat at the Jackalope Grill.

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Popular dish

Sea Scallops

Experience

Laurel Ridge Wine Dinner

Experience

Cork and Barrel Dinner

DRAKE-Downtown Bend

4.7

4.7 (1819)

$30 and under

American

Bend

About the restaurant

Drake, Downtown Bend is a traditional with a twist restaurant offering a delicious dining experience in a comfortable environment. From classic, nostalgic flavors to new and creative dishes, we cook food that is sometimes elegant and always honest. Just as important as the food is the way you feel when you're here.

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BethanyVIP

Dined on May 27, 2025

The staff always go above and beyond to make it a wonderful dining experience. It quickly became my favorite spot in town years ago and remains as such from the great staff and delicious food. It’s always a great experience and I look forward to dining there again, soon.

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Experience

Join Drake For Happy Hour!!

Roam

4.7

4.7 (420)

$30 and under

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Bend

About the restaurant

Experience the ambiance and satisfy your food cravings at ROAM, featuring menus expertly curated by Chef Bryant Kryck that evolve with the seasons drawing upon both locally-sourced ingredients and flavor inspirations from around the globe. ROAM has crafted an exceptional selection of Modern American cuisine with robust options for all ages and dietary needs, including gluten-free and vegan / vegetarian options. Whether you are in the company of your favorite people or dining solo, you will find a variety of delicious options for award-winning cocktails, Happy Hour shareables, indulgent entrees, and brunch delectables for all-day dining. Enjoy the scenes of the season on the pet-friendly patio with plenty of shade in the summer and warming heaters in the winter while sipping on late-night cocktails, or join us inside for a casually elegant ambiance. Located in the heart of downtown Bend, ROAM is an experience like no other.

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Casey

Dined 2 days ago

We had a wonderful meal and a wonderful experience.

The Brickhouse - Redmond

4.7

4.7 (1333)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Redmond

About the restaurant

Serving USDA Prime Steaks, the highest grade of USDA Beef Produced in the U.S.
The finest in Northwest raised USDA Prime Steaks and Fresh Wild Seafood are specialties of Brickhouse.

Comfortable booth seating, fully stocked bar and award winning wine list.

Brickhouse Serves you only Hormone Free and Antibiotic Free Food.
Brickhouse Procures only the finest ingredients available including many Organic Products.

Top review

Frank

Dined 3 days ago

Amanda and Brooke took great care of us! Ecxellent service, good food. A lovely meal. It was a bit noisy as usual. Our friends enjoyed it as well.

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