Stuff To Do In Bend
Check back later for more fun stuff to do in Bend. Expect to see a carefully selected compilation of BGTB-approved stuff to entertain and excite. Woohoo!
Here are a few things to get you started:
– Have lunch at Brasada Ranch and take in the gorgeous view. If it’s a Thursday night, don’t miss their BBQ & Music series! Read about it here.
– Have brunch at CHOW (and maybe a bloody mary or two – Dee. Lish. Us.)
– Have a laid-back drink at The D and chat up bartender Buck Bales. (Yes, it’s a dive bar. So if you’re too fancy for PBR, skip this one.)
– Have a delicious cocktail at Stihl Whiskey Bar (where the grownups hang out) or Dogwood Cocktail Cabin (expensive but appeals to hipsters and lumbersexuals*).
– Cowboy up and learn to two step at Mavericks Bar & Grill. (Or just go ride the bull and play a little bocce ball.)
– Check out Shevlin Park. Go for an easy hike and find the covered bridge and tell me what the mysterious chalk date means.
– Explore Sawyer Park.
– Shop for vintage cowboy boots at Cowgirl Cash.
– Rent stand-up paddleboards for a little river paddle time.
– Check out Central Oregon Locavore for local produce and local goods.
– Go hiking and see a waterfall: The Tumalo Falls hike (if you have a couple of hours).
– Have some great seasonal comfort food at Drake. Chef John Gurnee is one of the best chefs working in Bend. Order one of his specials (and a side of mac n cheese).
– Shop for art and cool crafty stuff at The Workhouse in the Old Ironworks Art District.
– Slurp up a bowl of pho at Sweet Saigon.
… more to come.
*Lumbersexuals =the new metrosexual: They have a hipster lumberjack vibe complete with the unruly beard, Pendelton vest, cuffed Japanese selvage denim and Danner boots. If their heads are not shaved, the definitely have product in their hair.
ah how refreshing to know I’m not the only one who has moved to Bend and had to experience the so aptly put “Bend Barrier!” I found your blog googling dog parks, and feeling quite a bit more positive now that someday my boyfriend will not be my only friend in Bend lol! Oh and ps. Best thai in bend is Thai on the Fly off Greenwood. Insanely delish!
I really appreciate your blog. My husband and I are in the process of moving to Bend and your Blog has given me a few good ideas and a few good laughs. Thanks for the encouragement.
Love the Workhouse! Anyone new to Bend should check out their “Last Saturday” events. Live local bands, great art, and a great way to meet lots of locals.