The Knot

Great view of Columbia River up close. Good sunset. Nice environment for a good conversation or a quiet viewing of nature. comfortable chairs, tables & fireplace. Service is good. Employees are welcoming and happy. Range of craft cocktails. Food menu is entrées or bar bites with a range of flavors to suit all. LGBTQ, family friendly. Spa services available if you stay at the hotel.

Incredible views of the Columbia River. Close views of sea lions from the plexi pier floor just outside. Fantastic cocktail menu and excellent, fresh food, that changes seasonally. We had a celeriac soup one time that was easily the best soup I've eaten in my entire life and my whole party agreed. Definitely worth a stop.

Excellent salmon, excellent cocktails, excellent service. Would definitely go here again! Beautiful spot right on the water and right next to a large sea lion hub which made for a lovely date on our first night in Astoria. The server was very knowledgeable and attentive and the atmosphere was friendly. 10/10

I tried the rockfish and salmon chowder. The food was quite good, though not particularly remarkable—the crackers were a nice touch, but the soup leaned more watery than creamy. However, the presentation and the views were absolutely stunning. The seating, especially the couches around a fire, created such a relaxing atmosphere that the wait for food felt unnoticeable.

If you want to watch see sea pups from a safe distance come here. A little pricey but the food is excellent and staff are super sweet! I will warn you will hear 600 pound sea lions all night but that's why I like it.

A serviceable restaurant for people already staying at this hotel. Food is decent but wouldn’t go out of my way. Service is very nice.

Such a nice place for a relaxing bite and beautiful views of the Columbia River. We definitely recommend the charcuterie! Excellent selections, fresh foccacia and house-made mustard and bacon jam. Fantastic! The coffee and ginger drink were superb. Loved it.

Beautiful view, but that’s about it. Service was slow and mediocre. Food was very disappointing. One dish, mushroom tart, looked beautiful but was lacking any flavor, the other dish, a tuna melt, looked unappealing, tasted bland, and fell apart so that it couldn’t be eaten as a sandwich. We were surprised because of all the positive reviews.

What can I say about this place? Amazing! Idyllic view of the passing ships on the river. Unbelievable cocktails like their Lemon Drops and Buttery Fleet. Outside seating (weather permitting). And great Scandinavian food (I'm told ... I never ate there). But I did love the cocktails! That's why I went their twice during my 3 day trip to Astoria. Do yourself a favor, find this bar (it's inside the Bowline Hotel riverside), grab a cocktail, and just enjoy all the incredible activity on the river.

We were staying in the hotel and had a couple of their snack items one night: house made focaccia and dill fig tartines. My mistake in not thinking ahead, but the tartines arrived using the focaccia so we ended up with a crazy amount of it to snack on. Good thing I love focaccia I suppose...and that theirs was quite good. The amount of fig spread was a bit heavy for our tastes, but after removing part of it the tartines had a good, interesting flavor. The bar/restaurant is small but cute, essentially making up the lobby of the hotel, as well as some seating outside. Great views of the river and a nice atmosphere. Wish I could speak of more menu items, but it's a unique menu and a lovely place.

This restaurant is in a boutique hotel on the Astoria waterfront. When I say on the Astoria waterfront, I mean over the water on a pier. You can sit next to the window and watch everything from fishing boats to cargo ships swim by and all the various weather the coast can throw at you. Our waitress at Tiffany was fantastic. Our eyes were bigger than our stomachs and she let us know this when we placed our order and coached us through the best things to try and not overdo it. And then there's the food, simply excellent. This food is definitely prepared by a chef that knows their craft, and cares about the quality. It's Scandinavian simple and absolutely delicious. We had the Lox platter and the salmon chowder and both were outstanding. And then there's the cocktails, we both had a brunch cocktail, and they were expertly crafted and presented. We will be back, and I would recommend this restaurant to anybody who wants to try something a little bit different and be pleasantly surprised.

I frequent Adrift locations, mainly Inn at Discovery Coast and it is my dream home away from home so I had to try out Bowline hotel. Standards are the same, attention to detail is perfect! Drinks are great and food was good. Most importantly the team is fantastic especially Heidie! Her communication about the sites amenities are detailed, food and alcohol service is quick and accurate and she is calm and polite to each customer, best customer service I've seen in a very long time. Way to be Adrift and Heidie! Thank you for the great experience!

Lovely setting and great staff. My wife and I each had a cocktails and shared a couple appetizers. Perfect early evening relaxation!

Amazing service and food! Visiting town and saw a few people post about this place. So happy we got to try it! Located right next to the water, you get spectacular views while dining. Highly recommend the Thinly sliced Oregon Albacore and the Butternut squash Tarte tatin dishes and the Hot Tropic cocktail! Great experience overall!

Awesome place! Great food, on the smaller side but tasty. Good service and you can't beat the views. They also made some great mixed drinks. Definitely on my list again when visiting Astoria. It's also on the broad walk, if you want to burn off those calories after their delicious food!

Cute little spot to grab a bite or just a drink. Been here twice and brought some guests. On a good clear day it's nice to just enjoy the view. Good for both inside or outside.

After a few days eating lots of treats on a beach getaway, we were craving a vegetarian or veg forward lunch on our way home. I love to end Oregon coast trips with a final stop in Astoria, and The Knot Bar menu looked interesting and was on the water. We were not disappointed! Located in the newish Bowline Hotel, the Scandinavian- inspired menu had several interesting choices. We arrived prior to the full menu being available (2PM), but the brunch menu had an abbreviated version of the goodness. We started seated outside on the amazing deck overlooking the Columbia River, but decided to move to an inside table when it got a bit windy for enjoying food. Our server was very attentive and accommodating. We tried the house made soft cheese with rye crackers, bread and butter, cucumber salad and toasted hazelnut salad. Everything was stellar - fresh, flavorful and beautifully presented (my pictures show a few bites in!). This is not generally what one thinks of as hotel food, and we are already planning to come back and hopefully include a hotel stay to complement the food!

The location is amazing: right on the Columbia River. The atmosphere is fabulous,, great service, delicious food,

Amazing ! Outstanding food, cocktails ,ambience and staff! Great find in Astoria. Best food that we had in Oregon !

Very friendly and accommodating staff running this very nice bar and lounge. Breathtaking view over the Columbia River adds to the experience of frequenting here.

Even though I grew up in a Swedish family, I had no idea how amazing pickled fish could be until I tried pickled tre fin rockfish at The Knot Bar. I tasted the familiar flavors of dill and coriander, but everything was super-fresh and the flesh of the fish was firm, very different from what I've had from Swedish delis or the grocery store. The dish was also beautifully prepared. I paired it with a side of bread, and there was more food than I needed. That combo could be a light meal for two. Also a lovely view of the water!

Some of the best service food was beyond amazing we ate the Dill Fig Tartines which were delicious! Also tryed the chocolate & salted Hazelnut Custard !! 10/10

The service was amazing, the whole vibe of the place was relaxing and chill. You got your moneys worth in the pour of the alcohol, the food made my tastebuds sing and I cannot wait to come back!!!

Apologies for no food images, but the food was too delicious to put down our forks. We ordered the crepes (both savory and sweet) as well as the Dutch baby. Pretty amazing food. Really wish we had found out about this place sooner. Great food and view!

Yes, this calls itself a bar - and for good reason. However, the great mystery for me and my wife is: how come people aren't lined up around the block for the food?!? It's fantastic! Oh, and the view. Yes, you can sit sipping marvelous cocktails looking out at the massive Columbia. But what will keep me coming back will be the food. We had a perfect mushroom tart and a magnificent duck breast with blackberry compote. They keep the menu short, but I'm sure anything they serve will be delicious.

The food was really good. The drinks were hit and miss on flavors. The service was fantastic though. And the location and views were great. Definitely planning to go back!

Outstanding restaurant housed within the Bowline Hotel. We wound up eating here twice in one glorious weekend. Our first meal was on a Friday night--bitter salad and a shared ribeye steak, perfectly cooked. We also enjoyed Sunday brunch here--more bitter greens salads and butternut squash. The cannelloni was also delicious and perfectly prepared. The service is casual but professional, friendly and efficient. We found The Knot pitch perfect and look forward to returning in the future.

Great service. Emily was delightful! Never saw the staff without a smile. Food was very delicious meat cooked perfectly and paired with a potato side on the sweeter side. The cocktails are dangerously good. Be ready for a fun evening here accompanied with a beautiful view.

This place has excellent ambience and an amazing view of the river. Watching ships go by and birding at the same time. I appreciate the vegetarian options as this is a seafood town with limited options . The food and drinks were great as was the service. I come here every time I'm in town.

This new seafood restaurant/bar is Scandinavian-inspired with locally sourced foods. It is located inside the new Bowline Hotel on the Wharf. I came here on recommendations from an Astoria local and it did not disappoint. Beautiful all glass windows with views of the wharf and sounds of sea lions. The interior is decorated in modern furniture, clutter free and simple. A bar is located in the corner of the restaurant. We had a friendly server and was the only one dining in at the restaurant. Unfortunately, we missed brunch and had the lunch menu instead. We ordered the Beef Striploin, Salmon Mousse, and braised mushrooms to share. The winner of the day was the Beef Striploin! It was served cold with a bbq brisket taste with a side of raddish and cheese. The salmon Mousse was also excellent. Soft and smooth, you would use the rye crisp to scoop up the salmon. The braised mushrooms was also very good. These are all small bites but we left feeling full. Not only are the food aesthetically pleasing and Instagram worthy, it tastes good! Highly recommend to try in Astoria. Hours are Monday- Sunday 8am-11pm

Great food and service. Delicious house made cheese and rye crisp appetizer. Refreshing pomegranate margarita.

Wandered over to The Knot Bar for some post-dinner cocktails and dessert and were totally blown away. Such a perfect location, right on the pier over looking the water, but felt very cozy, quiet, and refreshing. We loved the varied seating options, and were made to feel very welcome even though we were not hotel guests (although we've already decided to stay here the next time we're in town). Our server was attentive but not over bearing; we never felt rushed nor forgotten about. The drinks and dessert were spot on. Best Old Fashioned (sub rye) I've had in a long time, and a great value for the price. The dessert (salted caramel and chocolate custard) was delicious and well balanced, although the custard could have been a bit softer. We had such a nice time we came back for breakfast! Equally delightful. Can't say enough good things about this place. These folks are doing a great job. Looking forward to our return trip and to experiencing this establishment in its entirety.

Right on the water with great Adirondack chairs to sit back and relax and look at the ships passing by. We were literally sitting on the dock of the bay (river). They provided blankets as it was getting cold. We ordered a few small bites and drinks. My drink was great but I don't remember what it was. Service was good. But they were out of one thing we ordered and replaced it with a MUCH pricier item without clueing is in to that fact It was the braised mushrooms and they were horrible. Super salty and just tasted icky. We told her that but they didn't even attempt to take it off the very pricey bill. We didn't eat it at all....We had the pickled rockfish (pretty good), and the cauliflower soup (excellent! But filled up about an 8th of the bowl. Our spoon wasn't even covered for the first bite! That's how shallow the soup was.... Super disappointing as that was the best thing we had.), and the albacore (good). All in all pretty good but very pricey. Views were great and service was good.

We stayed at the Bowline Hotel for two nights and enjoyed The Knot for drinks, snacks and breakfast. Each cocktail was delicious and prepared with care. Our small plates were yummy. Breakfast here was so good with boozy cocktails and a really good house granola.

Love the inventive drinks, beautiful and creative, and each time we visit, the food has been delicious. Can't decide what I love more, the drinks or ambiance.

I'm giving it a 5 because part of reviews is the service and we got GREAT service! Garlic Soup was good but not as advertised and we knew it! I got the lamb cannolis which had a ton more lamb than I thought it would so I got super full! Hubbs had the duck which could have been seared better but he said it was still good. It had some kind of salted honey which I think will be a new thing because he LOVED it !!!

Best coffee, ever! We go often and have enjoyed both their breakfast and lunch menus. The food is astounding, the wait staff is phenomenal, and the views make the experience one you'll remember again and again. Just go!!!

Located at the Bowline Hotel, this place has great views and is right on the river. You can sit inside or out with a mix of lounge seating and tables. The best part the bar staff who were very knowledgeable and had lots of range to their recommendations depending on what you like. This was by far the best place we went to in Astoria with 5 stars in all categories: alcohol, food, atmosphere, and service. We got the mai tai and lemon drop and both were excellent.

Great drinks and the crepes were amazing! The view is also impressive - we saw a whale in the river while eating breakfast (I lived in Astoria for +5 years and have never seen one in the river before!)

Amazing spot!! We came here for drinks and dessert and ended up coming for breakfast the following morning. Service was fantastic, the atmosphere is gorgeous and they are queer/trans friendly! Definitely recommend the chocolate and salted hazelnut custard (expect the chocolate to be firm with fluffy hazelnut cream/cookie crumbles on top). It was nice to have something to work on slowly with drinks. Hedi our server was very attentive and so kind. We weren't staying at the hotel but felt so welcome dining in. The following morning we enjoyed the savory crepe, house granola, and homemade scone served with delicious lemon custard!! If you get the granola you need to eat it with the lemon custard that comes with the scone... it was over the top together.

Simply fabulous. Great entrees, small plates, and outstanding desserts. View was also superb. Not only will I be back, but I've already recommended this gem.

Highlight of our stay in Astoria. Perfect service and location. Food was prepared with imagination and care but not overly so. Loved the periodic barking from the sea lions carping below If I were to return to Astoria I would eat here every night.

Great service, awesome drinks and amazing food. Convenient location right on the board walk, will definitely be back

I came here just for a drink and a small bite and was kicking myself for not coming here hungry. I just got a couple of great cocktails and the tuna tartare. The latter was so interesting, fresh, and delicious. I can't wait until my next trip back to Astoria to try more of the menu.

I work in a touring band, and we are blessed in that we travel most of the 50 states every year, and one of us is a serious foodie, so we tend to seek out top flight restaurants as we travel. In the 10 years we have worked together we have eaten some fabulous meals. I have never had a meal better than the one we had tonight at The Knot Bar. There were four of us, and we got three starters, two small plates, four entrees, and a bowl of leek soup and every element of every dish was exceptional. The pickled fish with fennel was very sharp but pleasant and firm. The house made soft cheese was smooth and subtle, and the rye cracker that came with it had a wonderful sprinkle of course salt embedded in its crust. The BREAD. Dense, soft, with a rich yeast and a thin, crackly crust, along with a smear of butter with a faint hint of sweetness. The mushroom tart was exceptional, each mushroom meaty and tender, the crust buttery. Thebutternut tarte tartin with mascarpone was one of the best things I have ever eaten. The mascaprone arrived a light mocha color and a little dab atop a bite of the finely layered tart with its carmelized edges was a perfect blend of sweet, salt, and savory. I ordered the duck because someone else at the table ordered what I really wanted, which was the albacore tuna. I don't generally like duck. I have found it gamey and dense as liver in the past. But I was curious because of the juniper berries in the compote. My husband ordered the braised beef. My duck waow who the chef is, but I wish I did. That duck was the best thing on the table, firm, juicy, fatty, flavorful, the platonic ideal of poultry. The juniper was faint but indidpensable, the cranberry compote was bold but not overwhelming. I ignored everyone so I could focus on that duck. Once I came up for air we all started passing bites around. The braised beef was soft and melting, in a perfect sauce. And the sweet potato accompaniment, simply described as "crisy sweet potato", turned out to be a lovely rectangle of an au gratin style dish consisting of fabulously thin sliced sweet potatoes, crisped along the edges, rich and creamy, and topped with three slices of a tiny onion, wonderfully seared. The albacore was an excellent example of the dish, and the crisp capers and delicate beet cubes set it off expertly. What a meal. And then we walked out into the dark, rain driven evening to peer down at five massive sea lions off the edge of the boardwalk before heading back to our rooms. I won't forget it. The minimalist "Scandi" style decor, the friendly, tattooed server, the river view, there is nothing not to love about The Knot Bar.

A beautiful ambiance on the water. Small enough to feel safe with Covid swirling around again and big enough to accommodate our large family in an intimate setting. Great staff and excellent food.

Nice views, good drinks. We didn't get food but the descriptions looked tasty. I got the drink that was a fundraiser for the parks and Rec. What a nice idea. My husband got the sazerac and enjoyed it.

What a cool little spot! Excellent view, food, and service. Definitely wanting to go back to try more. I got the mushroom plate and my husband got the duck breast, both of which were out of this world.

Amazing cocktails! The butterfly fleet was our favorite. Chips and housemade onion dip were fantastic, so was the sablefish and braised rib of beef. Will absolutely be back to try more creations. Both the bartender and the cook were so friendly and professional!! Thank you Britney and Autumn!! Next time we'll make sure to try the desserts!

Great food and cocktails! We had the sable fish and also cannelloni with lamb. Both were excellent though the cannelloni were our ultimate favorites. The old fashioned cocktails were also excellent.

Location is great but the food was pretty bad, from the fish with no flavor to the bitter salad, definitely not a place for dinner

Stopped by here to enjoy a specialty cocktail and beautiful view on Astoria's historic waterfront. The view was amazing. Then it went down from there. We noticed that the outdoor seating was full, however there were a couple tables finishing so we went into bar to check in with staff regarding a table. First noticed only the outdoor seating was full(maybe 10 tables). No one was in bar except bartender. Walked up to bar where she was working. She wouldn't even look up to say hello. I said hi and that we noticed a couple of tables were finishing up and wanted to know if she preferred we wait for them to be cleared and cleaned or should we take a seat. She never looked up, just said she'd prefer we waited. She also had no smile and did not acknowledge us until we spoke to her. She seemed annoyed that we even talked to her! We waited till the other guests left and took a seat at the table. We never put our hands on it, just sat there with menu we took from bar. We reviewed the menu and watched one other server attend a couple tables and watched another bring out food. Still no acknowledgement from anyone. Meanwhile we waited a bit longer. About 20 minutes but still no one checked on us. We saw one couple was approached by a man who appeared to be the hotel and bar manager who told them their room was ready. This same man never said so much as hello to anyone, just went back to his desk near the inside bar area and proceeded to chat with one of the servers. Meanwhile still no one came to our table. We noticed another couple got up and left their table as they weren't acknowledged either and they came in after we arrived. Still no one came over to our table and it's been 30 minutes. As we walked out my husband went back into bar, walked up to where the manager was sitting and chatting with a server. He told him we have been waiting over 25 minutes to which the manager never stood up just sat there and said he was sorry??? Needless to say we will never be back.

Incredible cocktails made with care, ambient scandi-trendy decor, killer view, outdoor seating if you want it, and minimal yet fantastic menu. Cannot recommend this place more - server Kat was amazing.

we wanted to try the knot bar for dinner at the bowline hotel, where we were staying, when we arrived in astoria last monday...we received a complimentary glass of champagne-..how nice!...next, we had the sherry based mushrooms, and the potatoes, with smoked sablefish...i had a glass of oj too....the food was lucious and amazing..the staff is extra nice and friendly.....be sure to tip big during the pandemic...thx so much!