Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Bend / Deschutes County

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Updated 05 October 2026

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Wild Rye

4.9

4.9 (381)

$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!

Top review

SaraGold

Dined on 10 Oct 2026

We stayed at Brasada Ranch and ate here twice during our stay. We had amazing meals both nights. The beet salad is a must!! I had the beef stroganoff (not your grandma's stroganoff) and my husband had the pork loin the first night. The second night, I had the halibut and my husband had the lamb shank - both were excellent. It was my birthday, so they gave us a complimentary dessert (the chocolate mousse) Very nice touch!!

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Popular dish

Alaskan Halibut

Popular dish

Juniper Braised Lamb Shank

Washington Dining & Cocktails

4.9

4.9 (1371)

$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, Brian Walczyk, has created a consistent and approachable menu with some fun twists, like daily specials 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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Kent

Dined on 5 Oct 2026

Fantastic service, delicious food and great patio dining experience!

Yoli

4.9

4.9 (522)

$30 and under

Korean

Bend

About the restaurant

Modern Korean Cuisine.

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Meredith

Dined 4 days ago

Insanely delicious food. I got the King Salmon over noodles and every time I took a bite, I mourned its departure. I wanted to keep eating forever. Yummy banchan too. We also had the miso soup and the octopus. The sauces are all freaking amazing. I want to eat this food every day, no joke.

Bos Taurus

4.8

4.8 (1234)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Bend

About the restaurant

BOS TAURUS is a 10-table steakhouse in the heart of downtown Bend — intimate, unhurried, and built around exceptional food and wine. Chef Héctor Boo Sánchez draws on a career across three continents to deliver a modern American menu anchored in outstanding ingredients, including A5 Wagyu. The wine program is sommelier-curated with serious depth. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, and every reason to celebrate. Reservations recommended — walk-ins always welcome.

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Janis

Dined on 14 Oct 2026

We had an excellent meal and the service was fantastic. Couldn’t have asked for a better evening. Steve was top notch!! Will be back soon!

Terra Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (314)

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

Bend

About the restaurant

Welcome to a true field-to-table restaurant offering a locally-grown and locally-sourced dining experience in Central Oregon. Terra Kitchen was established to nourish the soul (wellness), community (local sourcing), and planet (sustainability).

Terra Kitchen's menu is inspired by Pacific Northwest crops featuring fresh ingredients sourced from local farms, foraged from the region's land as well as SCP Redmond Hotel's very own rooftop garden.

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Jacqueline

Dined on 10 Oct 2026

Really nice atmosphere and casual excellent service. I had a steak and it was great. My husband said his fish could have been a little more flavorful but he still enjoyed it. The bread was so good, don’t skip it.

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Popular dish

Mushroom Garlic Pizza

4.8

4.8 (158)

$31 to $50

Contemporary French / American

Bend

About the restaurant

Rosemary and Fox is a neighborhood fine dining restaurant in Bend, Oregon, where thoughtfully sourced cuisine meets heartfelt hospitality. Built with intention and guided by experience, we believe dining should feel both elevated and comfortable, refined yet welcoming.

Every detail, from the ingredients we select to the atmosphere we create, is designed to offer a meaningful dining experience rooted in community, culinary expertise, and connection.

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Michelle

Dined 2 days ago

What a gem this place is! Food was so amazing!! Service and attention to detail! The wine!!!! We couldn’t be happier! Now I want to try everything on the menu!!!

Sunset Dinners at Mt. Bachelor

4.7

4.7 (994)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Bend

About the restaurant

Retreat to Mt. Bachelor Thursday through Sunday evenings through September for a dining experience that transcends the ordinary. After a short but scenic chairlift ascent, you'll arrive at the Pine Marten Lodge, where you'll be treated to a visual and culinary feast served at 7,800’. Whether you're dining with family, friends, or that special someone, a Sunset Dinner at Pine Marten Lodge is one you won't soon forget.
• Price: $149 per adult, $54 per child (Includes lift access, multi-course dinner, and descent)
• Dates: June 25 - September 6, 2026. Thursdays - Sundays 5pm-7:45pm.
• Waivers: Digital safety waivers are mandatory.
• Cancellations: Cancellations or no-shows are subject to a $25 cancellation fee.
• Dietary Needs: Please communicate any dietary restrictions to Server upon ordering.

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Fernando

Dined on 31 Aug 2026

Great experience! I would definitely be going back

the Hook & Plow - Bend

4.7

4.7 (524)

$31 to $50

American

Bend

About the restaurant

Welcome to the Hook & Plow. We are a farm to table restaurant. We source everything to be organic and local as much as possible, with our main focus on products from the pacific north west and central Oregon. We are a chef driven restaurant, making everything from scratch and featuring seasonal items .

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Danny

Dined 4 days ago

Our dinner was fantastic, service was exceptional. Brayden made the evening outstanding!

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4.7

4.7 (41)

$50 and over

American

Bend

About the restaurant

A warm approach to elevated fine dining. Bringing Passion, Purpose, and Bold Flavors to Tetherow.

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Gardner

Dined on 15 Oct 2026

Very intimate venue. Food presentation was outstanding and as good as I have experienced in Bend. Great service and reasonably quiet .

Hawkeye & Huckleberry Lounge

4.6

4.6 (1080)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Bend

About the restaurant

Welcome to Hawkeye & Huckleberry Lounge, where celebrated Chef Brian Malarkey and his brother James bring a slice of their Central Oregon ranching heritage to Bend. Our 'modern cowboy' restaurant & bar with its wood-fired oven, semi-private canvas tent dining, and a vibrant outdoor patio, perfectly embodies Oregon's majestic outdoors.

Our menu, deeply rooted in ranch-to-plate traditions, showcases beef & produce from our nearby Tumalo ranch. With an onsite butcher shop and smoker, we utilize every part of the animal, delivering high-quality steaks and inventive dishes at friendly prices. Favorites include our Happy Hour Smash Burger, Beef Fat Fries, Steelhead Trout, and Beef Tongue Tostadas all to be enjoyed alongside cocktails, mocktails local beers, and PNW wines.

Hawkeye & Huckleberry Lounge also serves as a dynamic venue for private events, from intimate dinners to grand celebrations. Join us for a dining experience that celebrates the culinary heritage of Central Oregon.

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Billy

Dined 2 days ago

The steak was excellent. Came exactly the way we ordered...medium rare. All the sides were delicious and the Huckleberry pie and ice cream was perfect!

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