Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Willamette Valley

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Updated May 05, 2025

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Cuvee Oregon

4.9

4.9 (927)

$50 and over

French

Carlton

About the restaurant

French dining in the heart of the wine country, also join us for our 3 courses for $50.00 on Friday Through Sunday. For a limited time.

Top review

Cynthia

Dined 7 days ago

Great service! Great food & wine. Good location. A little gem in wine country

Rosmarino Osteria Italiana

4.9

4.9 (4775)

$31 to $50

Italian

Newberg

About the restaurant

Rosmarino is the purest ITALIAN restaurant in OREGON owned by Chef Dario & Sheena!
Top 100 in USA 2018, 2019, 2021, 2023 & 2024

THURSDAY
LUNCH :
Thursday 11:30 AM first seating - 2:30 PM last seating.
DINNER A LA CARTE :
Thursday 4 PM first seating to 7:30 PM last seating.

FRIDAY and SATURDAY LUNCH:
Friday and Saturday 11:30 AM first seating - 2:00 PM last seating.

FRIDAY and SATURDAY 5 COURSE DINNERS - $150/Pers -21 & Over:
4:30pm to 7pm (PATIO DINNER) & 7:00PM to 9:30PM (MAIN ROOM DINNER)
(A la carte Menu NOT SERVED during 5 courses).

SUNDAY:
PIZZA and GNOCCHI ALL DAY from 11:30 to 2.:30 PM and 4 PM to 7:30 PM.

MONDAY:
DINNER A LA CARTE : 4 PM to 7:30 PM

Any dietary restriction during the reservation process have to be noted or emailed to reservations@osteriarosmarino.com

For Regular A LA CARTE Menu days a $30/person strict Last Minute/NON SHOW Cancellation Policy.
For 5 course dinner $75/person STRICT 72hrs & $150/pers 48hrs or NON SHOW Cancellation Policy.
Grazie

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AnuVIP

Dined 1 day ago

From the food to the ambiance to the chef, its absolutely incredible!

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4.7

4.7 (13)

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

McMinnville

About the restaurant

We’re a wine country restaurant sharing food with heart in historic downtown McMinnville, Oregon. Our dishes are a celebration of Willamette Valley’s ingredients, combining thoughtful sourcing with fine dining techniques and preparation. Expect artful cuisine served with a sense of humor in an approachable, light-filled space—welcoming locals and tourists alike for everyday dining out, events catering, and special celebrations.

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JoannaVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Thank you for making my birthday a very special one. The service was amazing and the food was excellent. We will be back!

Dundee Bistro

4.7

4.7 (1552)

$31 to $50

Bistro

Dundee

About the restaurant

An iconic restaurant celebrating 25 years in the heart of Oregon Wine Country. Please call the restaurant directly for reservations for parties greater than 5 guests. Enjoy dining in our art filled main dining room and open kitchen. Brunch every Sunday 11-3. Weather permitting, alfresco dining on our shaded patio is very popular. Our emphasis is on preparing and presenting dishes reflecting the highest culinary sophistication accompanied by wines and wine service of comparable excellence. Expect full-service refined dining in a warm and friendly atmosphere welcoming tourists, local residents and winemakers. Dishes are house made, from pasta to soups, sauces and desserts, using fresh and high quality ingredients, including our own Italian extra virgin olive oil. Semi-private dining for groups available. We are open 7 nights a week for dinner from 5 - 8:30; daily lunch 11:30 - 5 (in the bar 2-5); Sunday brunch 11 - 3.

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Greg

Dined on Apr 26, 2025

Always excellent. Introduced friends to the Bistro and they were pleased.

Hayward

4.7

4.7 (106)

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

McMinnville

About the restaurant

Specializing in “new northwest” cuisine, Hayward offers a delightful fusion of flavors rooted in local farming and purveying, incorporating fermentation, whole animal butchery, and artisanal sourdough techniques. Best enjoyed when shared with friends and family over a table full of plates and beverages. Our menu is ever-evolving, reflecting the changing seasons and our spirit of exploration. We are a curious and playful team, dedicated to taking our guests on a delicious journey where new flavors become familiar favorites. Experience the best of “new northwest” cuisine at Hayward, where each dish tells a story and every meal is an adventure. Visit us at Mac Market and embark on a culinary journey that celebrates local ingredients, innovative techniques, and the joy of sharing food with loved ones. Please note that we unable to control the temperature of the restaurant due to being located inside of Mac Market which is a warehouse type building.

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Alison

Dined 1 day ago

Our server was wonderful. She was very patient with our table of 5 women who can be somewhat particular. Our shared plates came to the table in a timely manner and all our needs were met beautifully thruout the multi course meal. The food was sublime!

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Experience

Large Party Kickback

Alpha Bravo Bar

4.7

4.7 (31)

$31 to $50

Wine Bar

Newberg

About the restaurant

Step into a hidden gem where the art of ramen meets an eclectic speakeasy atmosphere. At Alpha Bravo, you’re invited to create your own perfect bowl from a selection of fresh ingredients in a rich broth tailored to your taste. An elevated wine list will make pairing a glass with your perfect dish a treat. Join us for a unique dining experience where creativity and flavor come together in every sip and slurp!

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Tyberius

Dined on Apr 24, 2025

Experience was amazing as always! Can’t wait to come back!

Forage

4.7

4.7 (23)

$31 to $50

Pizzeria

Newberg

About the restaurant

Forage invites wine tourists from around the globe to enjoy a delightful culinary experience curated by Chef Kris Utz. This charming bungalow-turned-neighborhood restaurant offers a rustic-chic ambiance and a menu that celebrates wood-fired cuisine with locally sourced and foraged ingredients. If you've ever seen the movie "The Big Night," that's Forage. From savory wood-fired pizzas to delicate handmade pastas, scrumptious desserts, and vibrant seasonal sides and entrees, each dish highlights the bounty of the region, perfectly complemented by an exquisite selection of Oregon and global wines. Forage promises a low-key and quaint experience with amazing service that unites the flavors of the Pacific Northwest with unparalleled artisanal craftsmanship.

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Allen

Dined 7 days ago

Great space and amazing food. I would recommend after a great day of tasting

JORY and The Living Room at The Allison Inn & Spa

4.6

4.6 (1522)

$50 and over

Northwest

Newberg

About the restaurant

JORY, the signature restaurant at The Allison Inn & Spa, now offers an exquisite multi-course dinner tasting menu—available in 4, 5 or 7 courses—celebrating the region’s seasonal bounty. Each thoughtfully crafted dish tells the story of this remarkable place, with curated wine pairings from our renowned cellar. Dinner is served nightly in JORY from 5-9 p.m., with reservations opening 30 days in advance.

The Allison’s living room space has transformed into The Living Room of the Valley, a three-meal restaurant with expanded seating, terrace service, and longtime favorites like the Pinot Burger. Serving à la carte breakfast, lunch and dinner, small bites and libations, it’s a welcoming gathering place for locals and travelers alike. Walk-ins are welcome.

Our popular à la carte brunch continues on weekends and special holidays in both JORY and The Living Room of the Valley.

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Terri

Dined 3 days ago

We had such a lovely dinner in the private dining room. Thank you!

Bistro Maison

4.6

4.6 (1216)

$31 to $50

French

McMinnville

About the restaurant

This authentic French bistro has been located in the heart of Historic Downtown McMinnville since January 2003. Owners operators Deborah & Jean-Jacques Chatelard have decades of solid success in the NYC landmarks of Cafe des Artist, Lowell Hotel, the Essex House Hotel, Russian Tea Room, & Ferrier. The huge success of this restaurant is largely based on repeat visits from the savvy food & wine centric local, Portland, Salem and coastal clientele. Providing a real "family" feel which the best restaurants foster is present and embracing from your arrival.

Jean-Jacques' emphasizes the use of outstanding locally sourced foods to prepare the bistro classics He also provides a modern twist to the market driven French-American daily specials. Items include coq au vin, moules or steak frites, cassoulet, duck confit, steak tartar, white truffle fondue, and his stellar repertoire of soup and sauces.

We welcome you to our Bistro & our Maison.

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ShannonVIP

Dined on May 3, 2025

This was our first visit and we had a wonderful meal. My husband said the duck was the best he ever had! The mussels, kale tart and shrimp and scallop dishes were also delicious. We devoured the fondue! We started with yummy spritzers and had a great reisling with dinner. We were well attended by the staff who were very friendly and prompt with service but we never felt rushed. We can't wait for our next visit!

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The Joel Palmer House

4.6

4.6 (2021)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Dayton

About the restaurant

Mushrooms are the heart of what we do at the Joel Palmer House. We have always endeavored to obtain seasonal and local ingredients and we use many locally produced greens, herbs, and vegetables, some of which come from our own culinary garden. We are frequently inspired by ingredients found in the cuisines of France, China, Thailand, Poland and India, so we call our cooking "freestyle." Our dishes pair well the celebrated wines of Oregon, especially Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay. Our extensive, Oregon-focused wine list has been awarded the Best of Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator. Of special note, The Joel Palmer House ranks as one of Oregon's finest historic homes and is on the National Register of Historic Places and the Oregon Historic Register. Built in 1857, the house is Dayton's oldest standing structure. When weather permits, guests can enjoy their dinner on our outdoor patio, soaking in the last rays of sunshine in the heart of Oregon Wine Country.

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Kate

Dined 2 days ago

This was an amazing culinary experience from tip to toe! We thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of this meal. Highly recommend for a special occasion.

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