There’s nothing better than enjoying a beautiful view while you dine on a carefully constructed meal. At these three restaurants along the Columbia River in Washington you can have the best of both worlds: great food and great views.

Cedars at Pier One is locally owned and situated right on the banks of the river. It’s been a staple in the Kennewick community for more than 40 years. 

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The upscale restaurant is known for steak and seafood. To taste the best of both worlds, try the Surf & Turf where you can pair crab legs, lobster tail, and seared tuna with your steak of choice.

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In Stevenson, Washington, visit Big River Grill. Owners Justin and Courtney Gross have a deep history with the restaurant. Justin started as a dishwasher in 2006 and worked his way up to manager. When the owners were ready to sell, they trusted Justin to carry on Big River’s legacy.

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In addition to serving up delicious food and views, the restaurant gives back. They founded the Big River Grill/Jesse Gross Memorial Scholarship, which allows local students to pursue further education.

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Your final scenic stop is McMenamins on the Columbia in Vancouver, Washington. The now posh restaurant is built on a former WWII shipyard and the culinary hotspot pays homage to that history.

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The restaurant refers to their cuisine as Northwest-style pub fare and the menu features offerings like red wine beef stew, fish and chips, and a series of elaborate hamburgers.

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Whether you’re looking for an upscale meal to celebrate a special occasion, a local restaurant with deep connections to the community and the food industry, or a more casual pub style experience, these three restaurants deliver, and all with a great view to boot.

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Address: Cedars at Pier One, 355 N Clover Island Dr, Kennewick, WA 99336, USA