Restaurants near Skamania Lodge: quick local picks
Skamania Lodge has two main on-site dining options: the Cascade Dining Room for sit-down Pacific Northwest American meals (breakfast and dinner) and the River Rock Lounge for casual pub food and drinks. For quick bites or takeaway, use Skamania To Go (Green Apron); reservations are recommended for Cascade Dining Room dinner and for larger groups.
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On-site anchors: Cascade Dining Room
Cascade Dining Room is Skamania Lodge’s main sit-down restaurant, serving contemporary Pacific Northwest American fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The lodge recommends reservations for dinner and for larger groups.
The restaurant runs its regular breakfast and dinner hours as listed by the lodge; the Cascade Dining Room also serves a slow-roasted Prime Rib every Friday and Saturday.
- Style: Pacific Northwest American, relaxed/informal
- Prime Rib: served Fridays and Saturdays (per lodge information)
- Reservations: strongly recommended for dinner; phone numbers are listed on the lodge site
| Meal | Typical hours (lodge listing) |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM |
| Dinner | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
Casual and bar fare: River Rock Lounge
River Rock Lounge is the lodge’s bar and lounge offering pub-style shareables, sandwiches, burgers, salads and desserts with seasonal outdoor patio seating. It’s intended for relaxed drinks and easier meals than the Cascade Dining Room.
The lodge posts River Rock Lounge hours by day; hours shown on the lodge site are consistent but third-party listings sometimes show slight seasonal variations, so check current hours if you plan to arrive early or late.
- Service: pub fare and shareables (wings, dips, sandwiches, burgers)
- Atmosphere: bar seating, high-top tables and a casual river-view patio when seating is available
- Hours (lodge listing): Sun–Thu 2:00 PM–10:00 PM; Fri–Sat 2:00 PM–11:00 PM
| Day | Hours (lodge listing) |
|---|---|
| Sunday–Thursday | 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday–Saturday | 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
Quick bites and takeaway: Skamania To Go (Green Apron) & Backyard Grill
If you prefer to eat in your room or grab food quickly before a hike, Skamania To Go (also referred to as Green Apron) handles takeaway and room-service-style orders. The lodge lists this as the property’s takeaway/catering service.
A casual outdoor option called Backyard Grill is also listed among the lodge’s food-and-drink outlets for informal, outdoor bites; confirm current opening status and hours at check-in.
- Skamania To Go: takeaway and catering service for guests
- Backyard Grill: pet-friendly outdoor casual dining (listed by third-party sources)
- Tip: ask the front desk about same-day pickup or room delivery options
| Option | Best for |
|---|---|
| Skamania To Go (Green Apron) | Takeaway, quick in-room meals, catering |
| Backyard Grill | Outdoor casual bites and pet-friendly seating |
Where to eat for different schedules and plans
Breakfast-focused guests will find the Cascade Dining Room’s breakfast hours convenient before morning activities; if you need an earlier start, ask the front desk about quick takeaway options. Dinner reservations at the Cascade Dining Room are recommended, especially on weekends.
If you’re arriving in the afternoon or want a lighter meal after activities, River Rock Lounge opens in the mid-afternoon and can be easier for late-afternoon snacks or drinks on the patio.
- Early mornings: Cascade Dining Room (opens for breakfast at 7:00 AM)
- Afternoons: River Rock Lounge typically opens at 2:00 PM
- Busy nights: book Cascade Dining Room dinner ahead to avoid wait times
| Plan | Recommended on-site option |
|---|---|
| Morning before activities | Cascade Dining Room (breakfast) |
| Afternoon snack or drink | River Rock Lounge or Skamania To Go |
| Formal dinner or larger group | Cascade Dining Room (reserve) |
Dining with kids or special needs
Skamania Lodge is family-friendly; its dining venues welcome children and the property offers family rooms and playgrounds. The pool area and outdoor hot tub have separate policies for ages at certain times, but dining areas are open to all ages.
If you have dietary needs or accessibility requirements, mention them when making a reservation or when you arrive—staff can advise on menu options and seating arrangements that work for your party.
- Children: restaurants and lounge accept families (property is family-friendly)
- Accessibility: contact the front desk or restaurant staff for seating accommodations
- Dietary requests: notify staff when you make a reservation or upon arrival
| Concern | What to do |
|---|---|
| Highchair or child seating | Request when reserving or at host stand |
| Wheelchair access | Ask staff for accessible seating or routes |
| Food allergies | Inform server before ordering |
Practical tips: reservations, timing and payment
Reservations are strongly recommended for Cascade Dining Room dinner and for larger groups. River Rock Lounge is more casual and typically accepts walk-ins, though hours can vary by season or special events.
Skamania Lodge uses cashless payments for property charges; confirm current accepted payment types at check-in if you plan to pay for meals with a specific card or method.
- Reserve Cascade Dining Room dinner in advance (phone and online booking platforms may be used)
- Check River Rock Lounge hours on arrival—third-party listings can differ from the lodge site
- Ask the front desk about in-room ordering through Skamania To Go if you prefer to dine in
| Booking/payment | Advice |
|---|---|
| Dinner reservations | Book Cascade Dining Room for weekend or larger parties |
| Walk-ins | River Rock Lounge and Backyard Grill typically accept walk-ins |
| Payment | Property is cashless—confirm card types at front desk |
