A trip to the central Oregon Coast is not complete without trying some clam chowder. Whether you like your clam chowder thick and chunky or smooth and creamy, with or without bacon, or a little dab of butter on top, a bowl of chowder is the perfect way to warm up after an adventure-filled day exploring the coast!
Here are some popular chowder stops on the Central Oregon Coast:
Luna Sea Fish House – Yachats & Seal Rock
Locally owned and operated, visitors can enjoy a bowl of New England-style clam chowder or the harder-to-find-in-Oregon Manhattan style with a tomato-based broth with a side of garlic bread. Pick up some freshly canned albacore tuna or smoked chinook salmon – all caught wild – to enjoy back at your rental.
Chowder Bowl – Nye Beach
Sourdough bread and clam chowder are a perfect pairing. Enjoy their creamy chowder served in a hearty sourdough bread bowl. They also serve slumgullion – clam chowder topped with Pacific shrimp. Prefer to relax back at your cozy Oregon Beach Vacations’ rental? Pick up some of their chowder base to go – you just need to add milk – and enjoy dining back at your home away from home.
Georgie’s Beachside Grill – Newport
Dine with a view at this elevated, yet relaxed restaurant north of the Yaquina Bay Bridge offering New England-style chowder by the cup, bowl, or sourdough bread bowl. This is the perfect place to sit back, relax and share good food with great company after a visit to the Oregon Coast Aquarium or exploring Yaquina Head.
Gracie’s Sea Hag – Depoe Bay
A perfect spot to warm up after whale watching at the nearby Whale Watching Center. The award-winning chowder served here is an Oregon Coast institution and has been featured in The New York Times Cookbook. Savor a comforting, made from scratch bowl of chowder topped with butter, parsley and paprika
Mo’s Restaurants – Cannon Beach, Lincoln City, Newport, and Florence
Mo’s Seafood & Chowder is an iconic Oregon restaurant chain known for its clam chowder – the recipe dates back to the 1940’s – and is a must-visit for chowder enthusiasts.
Local Ocean Seafoods – Newport
Local Ocean Seafoods is a popular seafood restaurant with a focus on fresh, local ingredients. Their creamy clam chowder is served with fresh herbs, parmesan cheese, and housemade focaccia bread. Gluten-free option available.
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