The Oregon Restaurant In The Middle Of Nowhere That’s So Worth The Journey

Located on a ranch near Silver Lake, this remote restaurant in Oregon is truly unique. Stop by the Cowboy Dinner Tree for a delicious, old-fashioned, made-from-scratch meal you’ll never forget.

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This awesome little restaurant is located in a rural area of central Oregon, and can be easy to miss. But don't be deterred; the drive is absolutely worth it. flickr/ Hayden Long ago, before the restaurant was conceived, this very spot was a meeting place where ranchers from all over the area would get together to share a meal and take a break from their hard work. flickr/ Cowboy Dinner Tree Restaurant As you step inside, the welcoming, rustic atmosphere and your friendly hosts will make you feel right at home. flickr/ Mathew Foster All of the food is mouthwateringly delicious and made to order. The amazing smell of food cooking just might send you through the roof with excitement. flickr/ drburtoni You'll get to choose between two enormous, mouthwatering entrees: an entire roasted chicken, or a massive 32 ounce steak. yelp/ Marie W. There's also an endless supply of fresh, made-from-scratch bread rolls, beans, and salad, as well as your choice of pink lemonade, iced tea, or coffee to drink. And don't forget to save room for dessert! flickr/ drburtoni Before or after your meal, you might want to take some time to explore; you'll feel like you've been transported into the old Wild West. flickr/ drburtoni If you don't feel like making the drive back home, stick around! There are two rustic cabins available to rent for the night. flickr/ Loren Kerns

The Cowboy Dinner Tree is a reservation-only and cash-only restaurant.

Located at 50836 E Bay Rd, Silver Lake, OR.

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