The Salmonberry

Where to Eat and Drink on the Oregon Coast

"House-made pasta and wood-fired pizza doesn’t get much better than what’s served at bayfront bistro the Salmonberry in Wheeler. Dishes reflect the season and the bounty of nearby fishing vessels and ranches. You might find Garibaldi-harvested bay clams or dulse, Nehalem-sourced beef or Tillamook Bay-plucked oysters. The sourdough bread from nearby Wolfmoon Bakery, slathered in honey chèvre, is worth the drive alone. Dine on the waterfront deck or garden patio, or hang out in a long dining room overlooking the bay, then take home fresh bucatini or a jar of pasta sauce from the cold case. Those who drink should sample liberally from the small-but-excellent wine menu and chat with regulars at the cozy bar." - Jennifer Burns Bright