Places to Dine in Charleston, Oregon

They say food is shaped by the places it comes from. On the Southern Oregon Coast, it comes from right here.

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They say food is shaped by the places it comes from. On the Southern Oregon Coast, it comes from right here.

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Portside Restaurant & Lounge

Serving great food and drink since 1979, Portside Restaurant & Lounge offers local seafood caught daily, steak, and a Friday night seafood buffet. Choose your own live Dungeness crab or lobster from the tanks. Live, easy-listening music and karaoke in...

63383 Kingfisher Road
Charleston, OR

541-888-5544

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Persephone Cafe & Bakery

Enjoy fresh baked goods, coffee, or lunch in a delightful setting. Persephone Cafe & Bakery has a passion for bread and food crafted with the finest ingredients. Located inside Sea Coast Garden & Gifts. Come meet the friendly staff and enjoy...

91152 Cape Arago Highway
Charleston, OR

541-808-2500
Email us (bobak[at]persephonecafeandbakery[dot]com)

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Foggy’s Cafe’

Foggy’s takeout cafe serves scratch-made food, local espresso, and real fruit smoothies. Fuel up the nutritious way. Whether you’re in the mood for avocado toast, beef and sweet potato chili with greens, smoothie bowls, or another scrumptious creation, Foggy’s is...

91125 Cape Arago Hwy
Charleston, OR
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Cape Arago Café & Espresso

Breakfast served all hours with 10 different omelets, pancakes and French toast from the griddle, and Cape Arago Café’s famous 4-pound breakfast burrito. Enjoy their burgers, sandwiches, and creative lunch specials. Drive-thru espresso. Call ahead for meal and coffee pickup...

91120 Cape Arago Hwy
Charleston, OR

541-808-2226

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Davey Jones Locker

Dave’s Pizza serves awesome pizza, generously loaded with fresh and healthy toppings and the best ingredients. Try our calzones, spaghetti, soups, and salad bar. We serve beer and wine. Your hometown pizza place with a casual, family setting. Call for take-out.

91139 Cape Arago Highway
Charleston, OR

541-888-3941

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Miller’s at the Cove

Sports bar and grill with delicious, locally sourced seafood and beef. Known for their ah-mazing fresh tacos and green chili. Real taste of the coast with their Oyster Bacon Sandwich, Dungeness Crab Melt, Shrimp Louie, and Halibut Tacos to name...

63346 Boat Basin Road
Charleston, OR

541-808-2404

Explore the Wild Rivers Coast Food Trail

The Oregon Coast has a bounty of amazing, fresh food. Best of all, these farmers, fishers, and restaurateurs are all local, which means that supporting them supports their communities. These customizable Food Trails are treasure maps to the riches of Oregon’s Coastal Cuisine.

Spotlighting Oregon’s Southern Coast, this food trail has the low down on restaurants, markets, breweries, and more. What’s the criteria? The food at these places is all locally-made. There’s not a chain to be found here.

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Trip Ideas & Itineraries

7 Great Stops for Fish and Chips on the Southern Oregon Coast

A heaping basket of perfectly fried pieces of light, flaky fish with a side of crunchy fries or fresh coleslaw? Yes, please. It tastes even better with waterfront views and knowing your order supports local fishing families on the Southern Oregon Coast. On your next trip, try some of these seven spots, each offering a classic coastal experience. Ask what’s fresh that day and you might even get a story about where and how the fish was caught.

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3 Spring Break Trips on the South Coast

Take the whole family on a trip this spring break along the rugged shorelines of Oregon's Southern Coast. Historic towns like Coos Bay, Gold Beach and Brookings are perfect base camps to settle in and explore. Take your time and discover why families love this corner of the state in the springtime. Here are some of our favorite uncrowded beaches, places to see migrating whales, and mile after mile of breathtaking dune and forest adventures.

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Warm and Cozy Eateries with Fireplaces

After a brisk winter stroll on the beach nothing hits the spot like a roaring fire, especially if there’s something tasty to nibble or sip as you settle in for some quality time with family or friends. From cozy cafes to upscale dining, we’ve rounded up a list of inviting places to revive and refresh on Oregon’s South Coast.

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A Restorative Romantic Getaway in Bandon

Sometimes you have to get away from it all to get back to what matters. Hugging the rugged, rocky cape where the Coquille River meets the Pacific Ocean, Bandon on the Southern Oregon Coast is definitely off the beaten path — but not so far off you can’t enjoy award-winning locally made cheeses, craft brews or world-class golf. A perfect place, in other words, to disconnect from the daily grind for some quality time with the person you care about most.

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5 Ways to Cool Off on Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend and Charleston

It’s high summertime in Oregon, which means it’s time to head out and enjoy the bounty of the state during its sunniest season. But summertime in Oregon also means something else. It’s hot. But there is relief — and beauty, adventure and fun — to be found on the Southern Oregon Coast in Coos Bay, North Bend and Charleston. Home to pristine Pacific beaches, swimming holes galore and tasty summertime treats, this part of the Southern Oregon Coast makes a great destination for anyone looking to turn down the summer heat while enjoying a little slice of paradise.

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Eclipse Getaway to Oregon’s South Coast

Experience the best views, stays and eats during October’s annular eclipse. The Southern Coast of Oregon is lovely any season of the year, but one very specific moment happening this fall stands out above the rest. At a few minutes...

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Discover the South Coast’s Local Flavor

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