Ellensburg Restaurants
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1. Canyon River Grill
$$$ | |Helmed by James Beard finalist and ardent fly-fisherman Kevin Davis, this modern restaurant on a picturesque bend in Yakima River Canyon has tall windows and a covered deck overlooking the scenery. Stop for a hearty breakfast before a day of recreation on the river, or for a memorable lunch or dinner of artfully prepared contemporary American fare, such as grilled Idaho trout with roasted pecan–brown butter or tagliatelle with goat Bolognese and burrata.
14706 Hwy. 821, Ellensburg, Washington, 98926, USA509-933--2309Known For
- Delicious breakfast sandwiches
- Warm apple crostada with a caramel drizzle
- Eye-popping river and canyon views
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2. The Early Bird
$ | |From students recovering after a night of partying to hikers fueling up before hitting the trail, this cozy downtown café with big windows and an expansive side patio serves brunch daily—with cocktails, if you wish. Specialties include breakfast poutine with sausage gravy and salsa verde, banana–and–macadamia nut waffles, and avocado toast on sourdough with eggs, cotija cheese, and cherry tomatoes.
412 N. Main St., Ellensburg, Washington, 98926, USA509-968–5288Known For
- Filling breakfast bowls
- Savory and sweet waffles
- Mimosas and morning margaritas
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3. The Pearl Bar & Grill
$$ | |In this warmly inviting storefront that morphs into a full-on bar and live music haunt after 9 pm, enjoy gastropub cooking that often features internationally inspired dishes, such as pork belly ramen and mussels in a fragrant Thai red coconut curry. Decked out with deep wooden booths, exposed brick walls, and vintage chandeliers, it's a classy joint, but with an "everybody knows your name" vibe.
402 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg, Washington, 98926, USA509-201–1042Known For
- Generous late-afternoon happy hour
- Hearty burgers, chops, and seafood grills
- Prohibition era–inspired cocktails
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4. Yellow Church Café
$$ | |Set inside a 1923 Lutheran church, this cheery yellow house of culinary worship now serves modern American fare with global accents inside the former nave and choir loft. Standouts at dinner include garam masala–crusted rack of lamb and oven-roasted cedar plank steelhead with lemon caper butter. The gooey bananas Foster waffles are a crowd-pleaser on weekend mornings.
111 S. Pearl St., Ellensburg, Washington, 98926, USA509-933–2233Known For
- Charmingly quirky architecture and decor
- Praiseworthy list of Washington wines
- Memorable breakfasts on weekends
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5. Cornerstone Pie
$ | |Set near the CWU campus and decorated with repurposed, reclaimed, and historical artifacts, this casual hangout with a great porch revolves around one central fixture, a wood-fire pizza oven. Out of that oven come pies and grinders with a focus on regional and seasonal ingredients—the salmon-caper and Thai chicken pizzas are among the favorites.
307 E. 5th Ave., Ellensburg, Washington, 98926, USA509-933–3600Known For
- Pacific Northwest craft beer on tap
- Bacon maple bars for dessert
- Nice selection of wines
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6. Iron Horse Brewery Pub
$ | | AmericanAt this casual, hip pub you can have A Date with Kevin Bacon–-bacon-wrapped dates stuffed with blue cheese and almonds–-or some spent-grain beer bread. Then try a kale-and-spinach Caesar salad, bratwurst, or Korean short ribs with spicy kimchi. Wash it all down with the famous Quilter's Irish Death dark ale or Iron Horse IPA. The beer is made in a production facility across town, but this fun spot offers a good selection.
412 N. Main St., Ellensburg, Washington, 98926, USA509-933–3134Known For
- Elevated pub fare
- Menu with a sense of humor
- Quilter's Irish Death dark ale
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7. Red Horse Diner
$ | |Step back in time to a 1930s-era service station that's been converted into a diner, serving up classic greasy-spoon fare, like steak and eggs, biscuits and gravy, charbroiled chicken sandwiches, banana splits, and the like. While you await your grub, check out the hundreds of vintage metal gas station signs and advertisements.
1518 W. University Way, Ellensburg, Washington, 98926, USA509-925–1956Known For
- Old-fashioned burgers and fries
- Cool roadside memorabilia
- Luscious milk shakes
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8. The Palace Cafe
$$ | |Hungry travelers and townsfolk have been fueling up in this rollicking Old West tavern with period wallpaper and pressed-tin ceilings since 1892, tucking into plates of old-school pub fare. The nachos, fish-and-chips, and steaks are reliably good, and a handful of specialties—especially the sirloin steak with coconut prawns and open-faced chili burgers—keep regulars coming back again and again. Portions are generous, especially at breakfast, and there's a sizable kids' menu.
323 N. Main St., Ellensburg, Washington, 98926, USA509-925–2327Known For
- Ample, old-school breakfasts
- Delicious burgers
- Colorful crowd
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9. The Tav
$ | | AmericanThis no-frills watering hole is a longtime favorite with locals and CWU students alike for its budget burgers and fries, nachos, and deep-fried mozzarella sticks, and the best jukebox in town. Previous diners have left their mark, carving their names into the wooden tables and brick walls. Sit in the courtyard when the weather's nice or enjoy a game of pool.
117 W. 4th Ave., Ellensburg, Washington, 98926, USA509-925–3939Known For
- Super Mother and other burgers
- Deep-fried appetizers
- Popular dive bar that won't break the bank
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