The Amazing Oregon Restaurant You Can Only Get To By Boat
By Sarah McCosham|Published April 08, 2022
×
Sarah McCosham
Author
I write like it's my job - because it is! I have a Master's in English and love words: crossword puzzles, Scrabble games, Wordle, and, of course, good, old-fashioned books.
I'm a writer and editor at OnlyInYourState, and a contributing writer at Cincinnati Magazine. I love the Great Outdoors and am endlessly awestruck by this beautiful country of ours. Coffee keeps me going, yoga keeps me sane, my kids keep me grounded, and my writing keeps me inspired.
There’s waterfront dining — and then there’s waterfront dining on an island. We’re fans of either, but when we’re channeling Caribbean vibes here in our little corner of the Pacific Northwest, there’s a little coastal restaurant that, pardon the pun, blows everything else out of the water. Located on Oregon’s very own island that’s only accessible by bridge, boat, or ferry, Jantzen Beach Bar & Grill is a little slice of paradise that’s all laid-back vibes and wondrous waterfront scenery. Plan your dining adventure to this gorgeous island restaurant in Oregon now — it’s absolutely worth the effort!
Waterfront living is ubiquitous in Oregon, with the Columbia River providing the perfect place to dock. And just outside of Portland, in the shadow of Mt. Hood, Hayden Island is a popular place for houseboats and floating homes. But the surprising thing about Hayden Island, is that it's actually an island... inside of Oregon!
Other than taking a boat or ferry, the only way on or off the island is via the Interstate Bridge. And if checking out Oregon's only island community isn't enough reason to visit Hayden Island, well, let Jantzen Beach Bar & Grill convince you.
You can't go wrong with anything on the menu, either. Feeling brunchy? Breakfast is served until 10 a.m. on the weekdays and 11 a.m. on the weekends. This is the Chicken Fried Steak, which features two eggs, sausage gravy, home fries, and toast.
The restaurant is closed for lunch, but reopens for dinner service each night from 5-9 p.m. The Hawaiian Burger a fan favorite, and offers a delicious taste of the islands, right here in the Pacific Northwest.
Happy hour might be our favorite time to visit Jantzen Beach Bar & Grill, however. With a salty margarita or mint mojito in hand, we could sit and savor these views all night!
Have you been to this island restaurant in Oregon before? Hayden Island really is a little slice of paradise. For more information about Jantzen Beach Bar & Grill, visit the restaurant’s website or Facebook page.
OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
