Tucked away in the charming town of Pendleton, The Rainbow Cafe is an old-school cowboy diner and bar with great food and tons of character. Established in 1883, this classic eatery is one of the most historic restaurants in America.

Take a look:

Welcome to The Rainbow Cafe, where you can enjoy delicious down home cooking with a side of history.
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Entering the cafe is like taking a step back in time to the Wild West.
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Once a saloon, The Rainbow Cafe is Pendleton's oldest continually operating business.
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The walls are covered with vintage cowboy memorabilia and funky decorations.
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You could easily spend an hour in here just looking at the historic photos. Their collection includes photographs of past winners of the annual Pendleton Round Up rodeo.
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And let's not forget the food! The Rainbow Cafe serves some of the best chicken in town.
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The breakfast here is simply amazing. You may need to loosen your belt a couple notches after this.
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You'll find a wide variety of sandwiches and burgers on the lunch menu.
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For dinner, there are plenty of incredible options to choose from, including the halibut (pictured), filet mignon, and the famous Rainbow Chicken.
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No matter what you order, you're sure to enjoy a trip to this one-of-a-kind historic cafe.
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The Rainbow Cafe is located at 209 S Main St., Pendleton, OR 97801.

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