Cannon Beach punches above its size in dining quality. The town's artistic community has always attracted chefs with serious credentials, and the proximity to excellent Oregon seafood, Willamette Valley produce, and coastal farms gives them excellent ingredients to work with. Expect quality, creativity, and genuine Oregon flavor.
Where to Eat
The Wayfarer Restaurant
Cannon Beach's most celebrated restaurant, with oceanfront views, exceptional seafood, and a menu that changes with the season and the catch. The clam chowder is legendary (Oregon style — creamy, unlike Rhode Island's clear broth). Sunday brunch is an institution. Reservations required in summer.
Juno's Kitchen & Bar
A newer addition to Cannon Beach's dining scene that immediately earned a devoted following. Pacific Northwest cuisine with a creative, global-influenced approach. The cocktail program is excellent, and the menu's attention to local and seasonal sourcing is evident in every dish.
Stephanie Inn Dining
Fine DiningThe dining room at the Stephanie Inn is open to non-guests for dinner and is worth booking. Four-course prix-fixe with chef's tasting menu options. Genuinely one of the best dining experiences on the Oregon coast — pairs beautifully with a sunset walk after.
Cannon Beach Bakery
BreakfastThe essential morning stop. Fresh-baked breads, pastries, and sandwiches in a warm, unpretentious setting. The cinnamon rolls are the stuff of legend on the Oregon coast. Arrive before 9am on weekends or you'll wait in line.
Ecola Seafoods
CasualFor the freshest, most unpretentious seafood in Cannon Beach, Ecola Seafoods delivers straight from the source — Dungeness crab, fresh fish, and excellent chowder. Counter service, simple decor, authentic experience. Don't skip the fish and chips.
Lumberyard Rotisserie & Grill
CasualWhen you want a break from seafood, the Lumberyard serves excellent rotisserie chicken, burgers, and comfort food in a relaxed, family-friendly setting. Good local beer selection. Popular with locals and families staying for a week.
Sea Level Bakery
CoffeeExcellent coffee and baked goods with a local, neighborly feel. The spot to linger over a morning cappuccino and a pastry before heading to the beach. Light breakfast and lunch items. Good WiFi if you need to catch up on work.
Mo's Seafood
Oregon ClassicThe Oregon coast staple chain, with locations across the state, has a Cannon Beach outpost that delivers reliable, unpretentious seafood at reasonable prices. The clam chowder is always good. Good entry-level seafood option for budget-conscious visitors.
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