What food is Oregon known for? That’s easy! Oregon is known all over the country for its bountiful produce and culinary artistry. Whether it’s a legendary dish at a state restaurant or the drool-worthy local seafood, there are certain Oregon food and drinks that are immediately associated with the Beaver State. Here are the most delicious and iconic Oregon foods that everyone should try at least once.

1. Voodoo Doughnuts
22 SW 3rd Ave, Portland, OR 97204, USA
Flickr/ Holly Hayes
No list of iconic Oregon foods would be complete without the mother of unusual doughnuts: Portland's Voodoo Doughnuts.
2. Pinot Noir
Flickr/ Jim Fischer
Oregon produces some of the best Pinot Noir in the country.
3. Salt and Straw Ice Cream
838 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210, USA
Flickr/ jpellgen
Salt and Straw Ice Cream, located in Portland, has gotten attention all across the country for their unusual (and perfectly executed) ice cream flavors.
4. Craft beer
1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR 97701, USA
155 Blair Blvd, Eugene, OR 97402, USA
506 Columbia St, Hood River, OR 97031, USA
Flickr/ Karen Neoh
Oregon has TONS of amazing breweries. Deshutes, Ninkasi, Full Sail, the list goes on and on....
5. Tillamook Cheese
4165 N Hwy 101, Tillamook, OR 97141, USA
Flickr/ Krista
The Tillamook Cheese Factory in Oregon produces 170,000 pounds of delicious cheese every day, right here in Oregon. They also have amazing ice cream.
6. Hazelnuts
Flickr/ Bram Cymet
Oregon produces 95 percent of the hazelnuts in the U.S.
7. Stumptown Coffee
128 SW 3rd Ave, Portland, OR 97204, USA
Flickr/ Sean Davis
Oregon has many amazing coffee roasters, but perhaps the most iconic of them all is the wonderful Stumptown Coffee Roasters.
8. Dungeness Crab
Flickr/ Pat Kight
Whether you prefer it in sushi, crab cakes, or as-is, Oregon is known for its amazing Dungeness crab.
9. Marionberries (and marionberry pie)
Flickr/ Chelsea Nesvig
The perfectly sweet, tart, delicious marionberry was developed right here in Oregon, and Oregon is still one of the only producers of the magical fruit (which makes an even-more-magical pie).

So, are these the dishes you’d name if asked, “What food is Oregon known for?” Have you sampled all of the dishes mentioned above? What other iconic Oregon food belongs on this list? What is your favorite of all Oregon food? Tell us!

Well, now that we’ve answered, “What food is Oregon known for?” let’s take a look at some other things the state is known for, such as famous Oregon inventions.

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What is the most popular restaurant in Oregon?

There are so many incredible eateries in the Beaver State. Among the most popular restaurants in Oregon is the Cowboy Dinner Tree. Located in Silver Lake, the Cowboy Dinner Tree is basically a ranch comprised of a restaurant, cabins, and a gift shop. The grounds have an undeniable Old West theme – and that’s no coincidence. The property was once a cattle drive stop. Today, people from all walks of life visit Cowboy Dinner Tree to fill up on beans, bread, and flavorful slabs of meat. The best part is that once you’re done eating, you can relax in an on-site cabin, rather than rushing back home. Some other iconic restaurants in Oregon include:

  • Dump City Dumplings
  • Mo's Seafood
  • Restaurant Beck
  • Oma's Hideaway
  • Pelican Brewing
  • Spork
  • Bowpicker Fish and Chips
  • Baldwin Saloon
  • Timberline Lodge

 

What are the most highly rated restaurants in Oregon?

If you’re craving a meal that’s sure to impress, you can’t go wrong with Stone Cliff Inn. Nestled in Oregon City, amid a backdrop of cliffs and huge basalt boulders, Stone Cliff Inn serves up a true Oregon experience. Over the years, the restaurant has become known for its made-from-scratch fare, extensive wine selection, and incredibly scenic setting. The restaurant’s allure hasn’t gone unnoticed, either. Throughout the years, Stone Cliff Inn has received several awards, including an Award of Excellence and the Best of Best Award of Excellence.

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