The Cafe on Hawk Creek (4505 Salem Ave., Neskowin; 503-392-4400), located in the perfectly charming village of Neskowin, is no secret on the Oregon Coast. On any given evening, people are lined up out the door and down the sidewalk of this gourmet bistro.

To make the already cozy atmosphere even better, Owners Genie and Frank Ulrich have recently remodeled the 1982 building. The outdoor deck makes for a fabulous place to gather with friends on a warm evening. The menu offers many rustic scratch-made pizzas, all cooked in the wood-fired oven. Other scrumptious offerings for lunch and dinner include steaks, seafood, pastas, crisp entree salads and homemade soups. Burgers and sandwiches seem to be popular, too. Although I’d have to say they have quite the reputation for breakfast, which includes a variety of omelets, hearty biscuits and gravy, signature pancakes, French toast and more. Most importantly, don’t miss the desserts. If freshly brewed coffee and espressos don’t cut it for you, expect a wide selection of Northwest wines, brews and cocktails. Café hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Thursday; 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday; closed Tuesday.

Neskowin Trading Co. and Beach Club Bistro (48880 U.S. 101 S., Neskowin; 503-392-3035), an attractive gourmet market, deli and bistro/bar, also has become a cornerstone of the Neskow­in community. Owners Kim and Mike Herbel turned this 1984 building into a welcoming village market offering all the necessities and gourmet delights for vaca­tioners and local patrons. You can make your selection from the tasty sand­wiches, salads, quiches, fresh-baked pastries, deli treats and espresso bar or opt for a take and bake pizza and fill your growler while you’re at it. If you prefer wine, ask Mike for help in selecting a great bottle.

The latest addition to the market is the Beach Club Bistro, with a full-service bar (Beach Bar). Choose from a deli­cious menu with an international flair. Popular choices are calamari with sweet and hot Thai sauce, handmade potstickers and fresh local fish. The Bistro has received a “Best of the Coast” award for clam chowder. Also of note, Kim runs the Beach Club Bistro and her art is shown in the restaurant. Winter bistro hours (January through March) are 4:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. The deli/market is open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Summer months offer wine tastings and live music on the patio as well as extended hours.

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