Best Restaurants in McMinnville Summer 2020

While there are lots of great choices for dining within walking distance in historic downtown McMinnville, I choose these three to share with you today.

  1. Thistle Restaurant and Bar creates a true Oregon dining experience by honoring the region’s bounty. Their ever-changing chalkboard menu is created around the Willamette Valley farmers and ranchers. The Chef involves himself in the farming process from choosing heirloom seeds to inspiring farmers to raise heritage breed animals to be part of developing sustainable agriculture. The bar is reminiscent of the pre-prohibition era when the cocktail was king where recipes range from classic to inspired. Patrick the mixologist is terrific at blending your perfect cocktail. The wine list pairs well with the flavors of the menu. The small restaurant is well-known, and reservations are highly recommended. http://thistlerestaurant.com/
  2. Pura Vida Cocina is a relaxed eatery offering an array of classic Latin American dishes from tacos to ceviche. My two favorite items are the Aquacate Frito which is fried avocado, mixed greens, chipotle aioli, and cotija cheese and the specialty Salmon Ceviche served with mango and homemade chips. This casual, no reservation restaurant also offers a full bar with specialty margaritas and mojitos. It is worth the wait! https://www.puravidamac.com/
  3. La Rambla on Third is the ideal culinary destination for blending the freshness of the Northwest with the exciting cuisine of Spain. The culinary team works with organic and sustainable suppliers whenever possible creating unique dishes, like traditional paella and various tapas. Patatas Bravas made of fried Yukon gold potatoes, Calabrian chili butter, sunny-side-up egg and aioli along with Piquillo Peppers stuffed with saffron rice, slow-roasted chicken, Idiazabal cream sauce and hazelnut picada are always part of my order. The regional wine list pairs perfectly with the menu. This is a popular location so reservations are highly recommended. https://laramblaonthird.com/
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