Captain’s Guidebook
Food scene
At your request, have made note of restaurants with gluten-free options. For those of you who love the gluten, see bakery listings above!
Hmm. Something about those rosemary potatoes smells and looks familiar. Cooks have been known to clip fresh rosemary from the hedge in front of the Captain Johnson house. Always with our blessing. An Italian treat.
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Fulio's
1149 Commercial StHmm. Something about those rosemary potatoes smells and looks familiar. Cooks have been known to clip fresh rosemary from the hedge in front of the Captain Johnson house. Always with our blessing. An Italian treat.
Vietnamese street food along the riverfront? Yes, if you are looking for something other than burgers and fish n chips, visit Chris and Jennifer Holen. Plenty of gluten-free choices.
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Nekst Event
175 14th StreetVietnamese street food along the riverfront? Yes, if you are looking for something other than burgers and fish n chips, visit Chris and Jennifer Holen. Plenty of gluten-free choices.
The lines can be long though the food is consistently good. Try to go off-peak hours.
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Bowpicker Fish and Chips
1634 Duane StThe lines can be long though the food is consistently good. Try to go off-peak hours.
Near the Astoria-Megler bridge, you’ll enjoy a sweeping river view from the lounge. You’ll also find many gluten-free menu items.
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Bridgewater Bistro
20 Basin StNear the Astoria-Megler bridge, you’ll enjoy a sweeping river view from the lounge. You’ll also find many gluten-free menu items.
Sahara Pizza
740 Astor StWant a pie? Some like it hot, if so Sahara is a “go to” pizza experience.
“The Pan” is a short hop up the hill from here. Check out the giant cookies from the bakery. Picnic baskets get filled here!
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Peter Pan Market & Deli
712 Niagara Ave“The Pan” is a short hop up the hill from here. Check out the giant cookies from the bakery. Picnic baskets get filled here!
Rated by Trip Advisor as a top choice for gluten-free dining. Easy walk from your home-away-from-home. Yes, there’s quality indoor service here as well.
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Silver Salmon Grille
1105 Commercial StRated by Trip Advisor as a top choice for gluten-free dining. Easy walk from your home-away-from-home. Yes, there’s quality indoor service here as well.
Another nearby option. Burrito Verde is tasty. The Huevos Rancheros as well. Happy Hour from 4 to 7 pm.
Plaza Jalisco Mexican Restaurant
212 8th StAnother nearby option. Burrito Verde is tasty. The Huevos Rancheros as well. Happy Hour from 4 to 7 pm.
OK, so maybe food “scene” isn’t the best description. But if a dark place with a sorta divey vibe doesn’t put you off, the breakfast and burgers are just what the Captain ordered. Also the Club House sandwich. Massive!
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Labor Temple Bar & Diner
934 Duane StOK, so maybe food “scene” isn’t the best description. But if a dark place with a sorta divey vibe doesn’t put you off, the breakfast and burgers are just what the Captain ordered. Also the Club House sandwich. Massive!
This food cart is close by and makes, I’m told, an awesome Reuben sandwich. Bring it back to the house and it’s still warm!
Sasquatch Sandwich Shop
374 11th StThis food cart is close by and makes, I’m told, an awesome Reuben sandwich. Bring it back to the house and it’s still warm!
Another nearby food cart across from City Hall. Say “hi” to Jordan. I can affirm that the shrimp and grits plate is a winner.
Surf 2 Soul
395 11th StreetAnother nearby food cart across from City Hall. Say “hi” to Jordan. I can affirm that the shrimp and grits plate is a winner.
Great location walkable from your rooms. T Paul’s has been a stalwart through the recent shutdowns. They’ve managed to stay open and maintain quality as well.
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T. Paul's Supper Club
360 12th StGreat location walkable from your rooms. T Paul’s has been a stalwart through the recent shutdowns. They’ve managed to stay open and maintain quality as well.
Sightseeing
Two blocks away is this impossible-to-miss landmark. Captain Flavel ran steamboats along the river. Captain Johnson operated the steam tug “Astoria” for Flavel before becoming an independent. The home is now open for tourists. Start in the gift shop/ticket center Carriage House.
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Flavel House Museum
714 Exchange StTwo blocks away is this impossible-to-miss landmark. Captain Flavel ran steamboats along the river. Captain Johnson operated the steam tug “Astoria” for Flavel before becoming an independent. The home is now open for tourists. Start in the gift shop/ticket center Carriage House.
Welcome to Goonieville! Directly across from the Flavel House, the Film Museum is the scene of memorable moments from the movie. A very easy two block walk from your stay.
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Oregon Film Museum
732 Duane StWelcome to Goonieville! Directly across from the Flavel House, the Film Museum is the scene of memorable moments from the movie. A very easy two block walk from your stay.
It’s all about the view. See ships as they navigate the four-mile wide mouth of the Columbia River. Sunsets are spectacular and it’s a doable walk for the ambitious.
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Astoria Column Gift Shop
1 Coxcomb DriveIt’s all about the view. See ships as they navigate the four-mile wide mouth of the Columbia River. Sunsets are spectacular and it’s a doable walk for the ambitious.
This is the best place to learn about the dangers and lore surrounding this stretch of the river. Learn what challenges face those who have tried crossing the entrance to the river. A map of shipwrecks is a reminder of the dangers.
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Columbia River Maritime Museum
1792 Marine DrThis is the best place to learn about the dangers and lore surrounding this stretch of the river. Learn what challenges face those who have tried crossing the entrance to the river. A map of shipwrecks is a reminder of the dangers.
Open 10 am to 3 pm in season. Chat with local vendors and get a taste of the Northwest. Tasty smoked salmon, goat cheese, berries, and baked goods are usually available. Best to get there early for best selection. Just a few blocks walk.
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Astoria Sunday Market
12th StreetOpen 10 am to 3 pm in season. Chat with local vendors and get a taste of the Northwest. Tasty smoked salmon, goat cheese, berries, and baked goods are usually available. Best to get there early for best selection. Just a few blocks walk.
This 6.4 mile trail takes you past breweries, eateries, and likely some noisy sea lions. Great by bike or on foot.
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Astoria Riverwalk
Astoria RiverwalkThis 6.4 mile trail takes you past breweries, eateries, and likely some noisy sea lions. Great by bike or on foot.
This is the oldest fish processing plant on the lower Columbia River though instead of housing the Bumble Bee plant, you’re more likely to see visitors sipping at Rogue Brewery. Before Captain Johnson lived in the home on Franklin, it housed the John Fox family. Fox started the Astoria Iron Works that created the machines for the canning industry. A wonderful, authentic complex with unique public restrooms.
Hanthorn Cannery Museum
100 39th StThis is the oldest fish processing plant on the lower Columbia River though instead of housing the Bumble Bee plant, you’re more likely to see visitors sipping at Rogue Brewery. Before Captain Johnson lived in the home on Franklin, it housed the John Fox family. Fox started the Astoria Iron Works that created the machines for the canning industry. A wonderful, authentic complex with unique public restrooms.
Trails can be muddy so bring good shoes. The journey is more impressive than the destination and the trail can get busy. Still a good way to burn off calories.
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Cathedral Tree Trail Trailhead
2800 Irving AveTrails can be muddy so bring good shoes. The journey is more impressive than the destination and the trail can get busy. Still a good way to burn off calories.
Only movie magic could get kids on bikes from the Goonies house to Cannon Beach so fast. Parking can be a challenge in the summer but for visitors into movie lore, you’ll want to go. Less crowded is Indian Beach inside Ecola Park at the north end of town. By the way, the Goonies House is a private residence not open to visitors. You are asked to respect the owner’s privacy, though sadly many do not.
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Haystack Rock
Only movie magic could get kids on bikes from the Goonies house to Cannon Beach so fast. Parking can be a challenge in the summer but for visitors into movie lore, you’ll want to go. Less crowded is Indian Beach inside Ecola Park at the north end of town. By the way, the Goonies House is a private residence not open to visitors. You are asked to respect the owner’s privacy, though sadly many do not.
Now a national park, this was the winter encampment for the Lewis & Clark Corps of Discovery. It’s open every day except Christmas. Costumed interpretation and wonderful walking trails.
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Fort Clatsop Visitor Center
92345 Fort Clatsop RdNow a national park, this was the winter encampment for the Lewis & Clark Corps of Discovery. It’s open every day except Christmas. Costumed interpretation and wonderful walking trails.
This city park is designed to celebrate the Chinese heritage of Astoria and the Lower Columbia. The park is two blocks away; bordered by 11th Street to the west, Duane Street to the north, in the core of our historic downtown district.
Garden of Surging Waves
1095 Duane StThis city park is designed to celebrate the Chinese heritage of Astoria and the Lower Columbia. The park is two blocks away; bordered by 11th Street to the west, Duane Street to the north, in the core of our historic downtown district.
Cheers to beers (and wine)
It’s said that we’re a drinking town with a fishing problem.
Beer here. Get your beer here. Drink history on the patio in season or inside on a typically rainy day.
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Fort George Brewery and Public House
1483 Duane StBeer here. Get your beer here. Drink history on the patio in season or inside on a typically rainy day.
Update! Due to a major structural failure, Buoy is now serving from the Food Hub on Maine Drive.
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Buoy Beer Company
1152 8th StUpdate! Due to a major structural failure, Buoy is now serving from the Food Hub on Maine Drive.
Great river views and what looks to be the biggest collection of Goonies gift items. Locals may still call it by its original name, The Wet Dog.
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Astoria Brewing Company
144 11th StGreat river views and what looks to be the biggest collection of Goonies gift items. Locals may still call it by its original name, The Wet Dog.
For beer geeks looking for more than Buoy and Fort George, step into nirvana. Duane is your host at this great, friendly spot. Cheers!
Bridge & Tunnel Bottleshop & Taproom
1390 Duane StFor beer geeks looking for more than Buoy and Fort George, step into nirvana. Duane is your host at this great, friendly spot. Cheers!
Worth a visit to the Hanthorn Building for a brew, a bite, and some local fishing history.
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Rogue Pier 39 Public House
100 39th StWorth a visit to the Hanthorn Building for a brew, a bite, and some local fishing history.
Small plates and treats plus beer and cider make this a “must visit.” Wine available for purchase to take with you, too. Just a few blocks down the hill close to the river walk.
Brut Wine Bar
240 10th StSmall plates and treats plus beer and cider make this a “must visit.” Wine available for purchase to take with you, too. Just a few blocks down the hill close to the river walk.
Our new favorite! Just a few blocks away is a hidden gem. Kathleen tends bar at this repurposed produce warehouse. Fun atmosphere and outdoor seating in season. The real deal!
Obelisk Beer Co
Our new favorite! Just a few blocks away is a hidden gem. Kathleen tends bar at this repurposed produce warehouse. Fun atmosphere and outdoor seating in season. The real deal!
Arts & Entertainment
This beautifully restored gem is the hub of the cultural scene. If you’re really lucky, you might catch local favorite Blind Pilot performing. Hey, it could happen.
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Liberty Theater
1203 Commercial StThis beautifully restored gem is the hub of the cultural scene. If you’re really lucky, you might catch local favorite Blind Pilot performing. Hey, it could happen.
These folks know the romantic stories from Astoria’s past including many involving John Fox and Captain Eric Johnson. Exhibits and research for history buffs.
Clatsop County Courthouse
714 Exchange StThese folks know the romantic stories from Astoria’s past including many involving John Fox and Captain Eric Johnson. Exhibits and research for history buffs.
Coffee Hangouts
More than just a spot for grabbing a cup to go. You’ll want to head to the east end of town. It’s just below the Goonie House. Reminder: the Goonie house is a private residence not open to visitors.
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Astoria Coffee Co
304 37th StMore than just a spot for grabbing a cup to go. You’ll want to head to the east end of town. It’s just below the Goonie House. Reminder: the Goonie house is a private residence not open to visitors.
Come for the coffee, wander through history. The shop is located in what was the Bumble Bee cannery. Good brews, views, and eats. Plus you can visit the Hanthorn Cannery Museum where there are more connections to the Captain Johnson House. Before the Captain lived here, it was built for John Fox who helped begin the salmon canning industry in the late 1800’s. The Troyer Fox canning machine is among the displays.
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Coffee Girl
100 39th StCome for the coffee, wander through history. The shop is located in what was the Bumble Bee cannery. Good brews, views, and eats. Plus you can visit the Hanthorn Cannery Museum where there are more connections to the Captain Johnson House. Before the Captain lived here, it was built for John Fox who helped begin the salmon canning industry in the late 1800’s. The Troyer Fox canning machine is among the displays.
An always evolving spot near the house with coffee, pastries, and dine-in options. Even fresh flowers for sale in season.
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Astoria Coffee House & Bistro
243 11th StAn always evolving spot near the house with coffee, pastries, and dine-in options. Even fresh flowers for sale in season.
Thundermuck! It’s their custom roast. Strong enough to cut through the fog of Astoria’s wettest days. Get beans for the road.
Columbia River Coffee Roaster
279 W Marine DrThundermuck! It’s their custom roast. Strong enough to cut through the fog of Astoria’s wettest days. Get beans for the road.
The Rusty Cup
1213 Commercial StVoted a local favorite. It’s adjacent to the Liberty Theater on Commercial Street.
Sleeper Coffee
Bakeries
Located on the same block as Fort George is this much-beloved bakery and restaurant. Grab a healthy and tasty to-go item and make it a picnic lunch. I’m a sucker for their fresh breads, especially the rye. Staff is always friendly despite what can be longer lines.
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Blue Scorcher Bakery & Cafe
1493 Duane StLocated on the same block as Fort George is this much-beloved bakery and restaurant. Grab a healthy and tasty to-go item and make it a picnic lunch. I’m a sucker for their fresh breads, especially the rye. Staff is always friendly despite what can be longer lines.
Oh my. Naked Lemon is a newer business that takes your sweet tooth craving to the next dimension. Highly recommended.
The Naked Lemon
1423 Commercial StOh my. Naked Lemon is a newer business that takes your sweet tooth craving to the next dimension. Highly recommended.
Shopping
Beautiful Scandinavian items like linens and dish ware. A well-curated shop recognizing the area’s heritage.
Finn Ware
1116 Commercial StBeautiful Scandinavian items like linens and dish ware. A well-curated shop recognizing the area’s heritage.
A fun collection of upcycled items, house parts, antiques, and hardware. Now on Commercial Street in the former JC Penney store.
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Astoria Vintage Hardware
1343 Marine DrA fun collection of upcycled items, house parts, antiques, and hardware. Now on Commercial Street in the former JC Penney store.