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19th Hole at Black Butte Ranch
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THE LAKESIDE BISTRO AT BLACK BUTTE RANCH
Black Butte Ranch is an iconic Central Oregon getaway destination. People travel from all over the country to enjoy the world class amenities, including two award-winning golf courses, a luxurious spa, spacious lodging and all the mountain biking and nearby skiing anyone could ask for.
When it is finally time to grab a bite to eat and a drink to sip on after a day on the green, look no further than the Lakeside Bistro; an aptly named, sustainably built restaurant offering delicious Pacific Northwest fare, overlooking the banks of Lake Phalarope.
In 2017, the Lakeside Bistro won an award from the Sustainable Forestry Initiative. The structure is designed in a way that doesn’t require steel beams, and instead utilizes wooden supports. All of the wood was sustainably sourced, which is good news for Oregon’s forests and the rural communities that rely on lumber as a main industry.
The mornings at the Lakeside Bistro are inviting ones. Guests can take in the majestic Cascade Range while watching the sunrise with a hot cup of coffee and a handmade pastry. However, the Lakeside Bistro truly shines for lunch and dinner. The Bistro Cheeseburger is a popular choice among guests, both for it’s great taste and quality ingredients, as well as the burger’s price point, which starts at just $8. Add crispy onion rings and a beer, and then take a seat overlooking the water.
Other tasty menu options including Korean beef tacos, salads, quinoa bowls and six different kinds of pizza. As the sun sets over the lake and the snow capped peaks fade to purple hues, raise a glass of beer or wine, all locally made, available from the bistro’s outdoor bar.
Visit blackbutteranch.com/dine/lakeside-bistro
PARTING SHOT
Juniper Golf Course
Designed by Pacific Northwest course architect John Harbottle III, the semi-private Juniper Golf Course opened in Redmond in 2005, and was quickly recognized as one of the best new courses in Oregon by Golf Digest. Hit 18 holes at this high desert gem, featuring top-quality greens, mountain views and plentiful juniper trees for as little as $25-27 during shoulder seasons and summer evenings, with peak prices topping out at $70. Visit playjuniper.com.
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