Dining at Skamania Lodge: Cascade Dining Room and River Rock Lounge
Cascade Dining Room is Skamania Lodge’s sit-down restaurant serving Pacific Northwest American breakfast and dinner (breakfast 7:00–11:00 a.m.; dinner 5:00–9:00 p.m.). River Rock Lounge is the on-site bar and pub offering sandwiches, burgers, shareables and seasonal patio seating (hours Sun–Thu 2:00–10:00 p.m., Fri–Sat 2:00–11:00 p.m.).
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At-a-glance: Cascade Dining Room
Cascade Dining Room is Skamania Lodge’s main restaurant offering contemporary Pacific Northwest American cuisine in an informal, lodge-style dining room. It serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu focused on regional flavors.
The restaurant serves breakfast from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and dinner from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Reservations are strongly recommended for dinner and for larger groups; the restaurant uses an online reservation platform.
- Cuisine: Pacific Northwest American
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (see hours above)
- Reservation: Recommended for dinner and larger groups
- Regular special: Slow-roasted Prime Rib served Fridays and Saturdays
| Feature | Notes |
|---|---|
| Setting | Casual, lodge-style dining room with large windows and fireplace (room seating pictured) |
| Dress code | Casual |
| Prime Rib | Slow-roasted Prime Rib available Fridays & Saturdays |
At-a-glance: River Rock Lounge
River Rock Lounge is the lodge’s bar and casual pub offering sandwiches, burgers, salads, shareables and desserts in a relaxed bar atmosphere. It provides seasonal outdoor patio seating when weather allows.
Published hours on the lodge site list River Rock Lounge as open Sunday–Thursday 2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. and Friday–Saturday 2:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.; some third-party listings show seasonal or slightly different hours, so check current hours before you go.
- Menu focus: Pub fare and shareables (wings, dips, burgers, sandwiches, salads, desserts)
- Seating: Bar seating, high-top tables, and seasonal patio seating
- Atmosphere: Casual, good for drinks and easy bites
| Day | Hours (lodge listing) |
|---|---|
| Sun–Thu | 2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. |
| Fri–Sat | 2:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. |
What to expect from menus and specials
Both outlets emphasize familiar regional flavors rather than formal tasting menus. Cascade Dining Room offers plated breakfast and sit-down dinner items reflecting Pacific Northwest ingredients; River Rock Lounge focuses on casual shareables and sandwiches.
A specific recurring menu item at Cascade Dining Room is the slow-roasted Prime Rib served Friday and Saturday with au jus, whipped potatoes and seasonal vegetables. For other daily specials, check the restaurant’s current menu or ask staff at the host stand.
- Cascade Dining Room: plated breakfasts, regional entrees, nightly dinner menu
- Prime Rib: Fridays & Saturdays (ask for availability)
- River Rock Lounge: shareables and bar-sized plates ideal for casual dining or snacks
| Where to order | Typical item types |
|---|---|
| Cascade Dining Room | Breakfast plates, regional dinner entrees, seasonal vegetables |
| River Rock Lounge | Burgers, sandwiches, wings, dips, salads |
Reservations, timing and dress code
Reservations are strongly recommended for dinner at the Cascade Dining Room and for larger groups; the restaurant accepts online bookings (the lodge’s site and third-party reservation platforms are used). Walk-ins are sometimes seated, but availability can be limited on busy nights.
There is no formal dress code—both Cascade Dining Room and River Rock Lounge expect casual attire. If you have a specific timing need (early breakfast, late dinner) call ahead to confirm service hours on the day of your visit.
- Cascade Dining Room: reservations recommended for dinner; phone/reservation links available via the lodge
- River Rock Lounge: generally open from mid-afternoon; does not require reservations
- Dress: Casual, comfortable clothing accepted
| Need | Recommended action |
|---|---|
| Dinner at Cascade Dining Room | Make a reservation for evening service |
| Prime Rib on Fri/Sat | Call ahead to confirm availability |
| Outdoor patio seating | Check weather and seasonal availability |
Good for families, groups and events
Skamania Lodge is family-friendly; both Cascade Dining Room and River Rock Lounge welcome guests of all ages and offer menu choices suitable for children and adults. The property’s family focus is reflected across services and public areas.
For larger groups or events, the lodge has multiple event venues (ballrooms and pavilions) that can be used for catered receptions; contact the hotel’s events team to discuss menus, capacity and timing if you plan a private meal or banquet tied to a meeting or wedding.
- Family-friendly seating and menu options
- Large-group dining: contact events/conference team for catering and private events
- Special occasions: check event space availability and catering options with the hotel
| Event venue (example) | Capacity noted by property |
|---|---|
| Stevenson Ballroom | Indoor ballroom for large receptions (property lists capacities) |
| Riverview Pavilion | Outdoor terrace venue for ceremonies/receptions |
Practical tips for dining at the lodge
Confirm hours the day you plan to dine—hours listed on the lodge site are reliable but third-party listings may differ seasonally. If you need late-night snacks or specific dietary accommodations, call the restaurant or the front desk ahead of time.
If you’re staying at Skamania Lodge, remember that meals and drinks are not included with standard room rates; menus are billed separately. For takeout or in-room options, ask about the lodge’s Skamania To Go/Green Apron takeout service.
- Call ahead to verify hours and reserve dinner seating
- Ask staff about dietary requests (allergies, kid-friendly portions)
- Skamania To Go handles takeaway and room service requests
| Question | Who to contact |
|---|---|
| Make a dinner reservation | Cascade Dining Room reservation line or online platform |
| Confirm River Rock Lounge hours | Front desk or River Rock Lounge staff |
| Arrange takeout | Skamania To Go / Green Apron service |
