5 Best Restaurants in Yachats, The Oregon Coast

Pacific Sourdough

$ Fodor's choice

Why yes, that is a line out the door of this diminutive takeout bakery overlooking Lint Slough in the village center of Waldport, about 10 miles up the coast from Yachats—but fear not, the line moves quickly. The payoff is a daily-changing selection of heavenly sweet and savory treats that on any given day might include blackberry tarts, hazelnut cheesecake, herb focaccia, double-onion cheddar scones, and honey-pear-cardamom cakes.

Yachats Brewing

$ Fodor's choice

Inside this lively establishment with pitched-timber ceilings, skylights, and a solarium-style beer garden, you'll find one of the state's most impressive craft breweries and a taproom specializing in house-fermented, -pickled, and -smoked ingredients. It may sound like a slightly odd concept, but the food is creative and delicious, with dishes like house-smoked salmon, maitake mushroom eggs Benedict, kimchi rice bowls, and pulled pork sandwiches leading the way. The brews and other artisanal beverages here are just as innovative, from lemongrass-infused saison to goji berry–and–hibiscus kombucha.

Eclectic Lunch Dinner Brunch $ Fodor's Choice
348 U.S. 101 N, Yachats, Oregon, 97498, USA
541-547–3884
yachatsbrewing.com
Known For
  • unusual craft beers and probiotic drinks
  • great kid-friendly Sunday brunch
  • burgers and sandwiches with interesting seasonal toppings
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.–Wed. in winter

Luna Sea Fish House

$$

Sustainable, line-caught wild seafood—including albacore, cod, halibut, and, when in season, Dungeness crab—straight from the owner's boat is the draw at this festive weathered restaurant with colorful indoor and outdoor seating areas. Fish-and-chips of all stripes, including clam and salmon, are served, but the fish tacos and a sinful dish called slumgullion—clam chowder baked with cheese and bay shrimp—are the most popular choices. You can also buy fresh fish to go. There's a second location 15 miles up U.S. 101 in Seal Rock.

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Ona Restaurant

$$$
Relatively snazzy for such a laid-back town, this bustling downtown bistro overlooking the confluence of the Yachats River and the Pacific is nonetheless unpretentious and relaxed. The specialty is locally and seasonally sourced Oregon seafood, such as Manila clams steamed with grape tomatoes, dry vermouth, garlic, and butter, or rare seared albacore with togarashi, smoked maitake mushrooms, and tamari green beans—try a glass of wine from the excellent regional wine list.
Modern American Lunch Dinner Brunch $$$
131 U.S. 101 N, Yachats, Oregon, 97498, USA
541-547–6627
onarestaurant.com
Known For
  • artfully plated contemporary seafood fare
  • luscious desserts
  • great happy hour deals
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Thurs. in winter

The Drift Inn

$$

This funky, convivial restaurant with affordable, basic overnight accommodations on the upper floor is a reliable bet for all three meals of the day; it's also great for watching live music below a ceiling full of umbrellas, with views of the Yachats River and ocean. Family-friendly and lively, the Drift Inn features fresh razor clams, halibut fish-and-chips, juicy steaks, wood-fired pizzas, and other well-prepared American fare.