If you find yourself in central Oregon craving an excellent meal, head on over to the Dayville Cafe. This roadside stop is worth the trip. The food and service here is fantastic, and as soon as you finish up your meal, pay your bill, and drive away, you’ll be trying to figure out how and when you can come back soon.

The Dayville Cafe is one of the only places to eat for many miles in all directions. Some proprietors would use that fact to be lazy and to serve subpar food – after all, where else is anyone going to go? However, the owners, the Van Tassel family, do the opposite. They work hard to create and serve the very best food in this part of the state. Greg Van Tassel does the cooking. His wife, Deanne, and daughter, Raegann, are the servers. His mom, Debbie, makes the pies fresh every day. Read on to learn more about this special place.

When you drive along Route 26 between Mitchell and Mount Vernon, there's not much along the way. Right between these two small cities is Dayville, and right in the middle of Dayville is the Dayville Cafe.
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As soon as you park and walk in, you'll feel welcomed in this establishment right away. There's something extra special and homey about a family owned and operated business.
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Have a seat at one of the tables in the dining room and take your time with the menu. Everything is good here.
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The sandwiches and burgers at the Dayville Cafe are especially great. There are more than a dozen from which to choose.
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This barbecue pulled pork with slaw isn't always on the menu, but is sometimes a special. The specials are always truly special so be sure to ask about them.
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The portions at the Dayville Cafe are large and very filling. You'll be sure to get your money's worth.
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Although most of the items at the Dayville Cafe are what you might expect from a roadside stop in Oregon, there are sometimes some big surprises, too. You might not expect a beautiful dish like this Mediterranean scallops over orzo pasta special, but Greg is a very creative and skilled chef.
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If you can get there in the morning, do so. The breakfast menu is vast and spectacular. Look at this French toast!
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Of course, you'll want to get one of Debbie's fresh-made pies, too. Save room for a slice for dessert and then grab a whole pie for the road.
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The Dayville Cafe is wonderful at any time of year. It's truly a little slice of heaven in central Oregon. Don't miss it!
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You’ll love the Dayville Cafe and the Van Tassels can’t wait to meet you! Even if you’re not already in central Oregon, a trip to this roadside stop in Oregon is worth it. Plan your visit today, and you’ll surely want to go back time and time again.

Are you looking for more great food in central Oregon? Check this out: Eat Your Way Through Central Oregon On This Brand-New Food Trail

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Dayville Cafe, 212 Franklin St, Dayville, OR 97825, USA