The Beach-Themed Restaurant In Washington Where It Feels Like Summer All Year Long

Washington winters are beautiful. But if you've reached the point where you're wishing you were somewhere tropical sipping something sweet and staring at the ocean, you're not alone. And while not all of us can make that happen at the moment, we can all go to Vancouver and enjoy a meal at Beaches Restaurant and Bar.

Beaches Restaurant and Bar is located at 1919 SE Columbia River Dr.

And while it's not an oceanfront eatery, it does sit on the banks of the Columbia River.

During the chilly winter months, you can relax in their beachy interior...

... but summers are best spent outdoors enjoying the river views.

The menu is full of things you might expect to find at a coastal restaurant, from burgers and salads to slightly more exotic bites.

The Korean Teriyaki Tidbits are delicious.

Beaches is open from 11-11, so they serve lunch and dinner daily...

... and, of course, you can wash everything down with a delicious tropical drink.

Mai Tais taste just as good in January as they do in June.

Dining at Beaches may not be exactly the same as taking a tropical vacation, but it's a nice, affordable substitute.

Besides, the river views as just as breathtaking as the ocean, albeit a bit colder.

If you'd rather enjoy a meal at a unique eatery than a standard restaurants, check out these wonderfully weird dining options in Washington.