Food & Drink

Visit Oysterville for the charm but stay for the oysters. The town of Oysterville is a storybook dreamland where colorful, sea-weathered houses gaze out over the tidal flats of Willapa Bay. White picket fences surround historical landmarks and encompass fairytale gardens. It’s a place where tiny roads crackle with shards...

Few things are more satisfying than biting through the crackling crunch of hot, fried fish. That delicious intersection of crispy breading, where it meets the melting, flavorful sea, is a tastebud heaven. Add in a blissful, capery tang of creamy tartar sauce and bright lemon juice, and it will erase...

Whether coming in from a beach hike around the tip of the Long Beach Peninsula at Leadbetter Point, wave watching at Cape Disappointment’s Waikiki Beach, bird watching at Tarlatt Slough, or a stroll on the Long Beach Boardwalk, a hot, satisfying meal is the nourishment you might be craving. Here...

There’s nothing quite like sharing a meal and a bottle of wine with someone special, especially when you’re at the beach. From intimate settings to mouthwatering flavors, these eight restaurants are sure to impress.

October’s cranberry harvest has been a part of the peninsula’s culture for over a century. This tart, native berry brings more excitement than you might expect as the bogs are flooded for harvest and roadside stalls with fresh cranberries begin to pop up.

Sweet and meaty Dungeness crab is the quintessential crustacean of the west coast and is as good as currency in Pacific County. Anyone native to the area will tell you no crab tastes better. That’s why crab season is always one of the most exciting times of the year!  ...

Restaurant Month returns to the Long Beach Peninsula on January 1st! Experience incredible 3-course meals for just $39 at some of the peninsula’s best restaurants. Our restaurants take great pride in featuring dishes created from scratch every day. They often feature locally and regionally sourced ingredients, so you’re sure to...

When you decide to escape to the beach for Christmas, or to ring in the new year, planning and cooking meals yourself should be the last thing on your mind. You may be wondering: are any restaurants open on Christmas? What about New Year’s Eve? Don’t worry, we got you...

Summertime on the Long Beach Peninsula marks the beginning of blueberry season, a crop that thrives on the coast and is available for public picking. One of our favorite late-summer activities is plucking fresh blueberries from the u-pick orchard at Cranguyma Farms on Sandridge Road in Long Beach. The only...

Months with “r” are well known for being the best time for eating oysters, and that’s no accident. Traditionally, cold months bring a more desirable texture and flavor. Now, with modern growing techniques, you can enjoy plump, delicious oysters year-round no matter the season.   What Makes Willapa Bay Oysters...

Looking for great take-out? Be it a romantic dinner at your lodging, or a tailgate picnic at a scenic outlook or park, our local restaurants have just what you need for the perfect meal.

This year marks the 20th Anniversary of the Long Beach Peninsula's Wild Mushroom Celebration. What better way to celebrate than to discover it's origins.