Two Barrels Taps + Grill - Boardman, Oregon

Oscar J.

Hoy la comida tenía mucho aceite deben cuidar la calidad porque siempre me ha gustado llegar a desayunar.

Loring W.

While traveling south through in Oregon at lunch time on a Sunday, I googled "dining near me," and Two barrels Tap and Grill caught my attention because it offered dining with views of the Columbia River. My wife and I found the restaurant was tucked inside River Lodge and Cabins in Boardman. We chose a table near the window and was treated to great views of the Columbia River as advertised. Service was prompt, the beer choices were awesome,and the food, especially the elk burger and the steak salad hit the right notes with bold flavors. Two Barrels Taps and Grill is a no nonsense pub that delivers exceptional service, food, and drink at reasonable prices. The views out the window made it all the more special dining experience.

Charlie K.

We were really hoping for something nice after a long day, but this place missed the mark.

We saw they had outdoor seating with a view, so we were excited to check it out. But when we got there, we found out it was fully self-service. You had to order and pay at the bar, and then you’re expected to just check back occasionally to see if your food is ready. They don’t call your name or bring it out. No one even lets you know it’s done, which was a bit of a surprise and definitely not what we were expecting.

So we decided to sit inside instead. Then they closed all the windows that overlooked the water, which killed the atmosphere even more.

That’s when the real issues started. My wife can’t have gluten, and had a few very basic but important questions about the menu. Two of the burgers listed barbecue sauce, and while a lot of barbecue sauces are gluten-free, not all of them are. So she asked if theirs was safe. The server told her it definitely wasn’t gluten-free. Okay, fine — she started looking at other options.

She decided on a salad and asked about the ranch dressing. First she was told it had gluten, then that it didn’t, then back again. Eventually, the server said it was definitely safe. So she ordered it.

A few minutes later, just to be sure, she went up to ask the bartender, who looked like she had more experience. Turns out the barbecue sauce is Sweet Baby Ray’s, which is certified gluten-free. Meanwhile, the server circled back and said the ranch dressing does actually have gluten after all.

For someone who can’t tolerate gluten, that kind of mix-up isn’t just frustrating — it’s risky. Dietary restrictions aren’t preferences. It’s not about being picky, it’s about avoiding days of discomfort or pain. The staff clearly weren’t trained to handle those questions confidently or accurately.

Then my food came. I had ordered garlic Parmesan fries. What I got had vinaigrette on them — definitely not garlic Parmesan. I was told “that’s how we do them.” I had to nearly demand they take them back. They eventually did, but it was awkward.

Most of the food, once it finally arrived and was sorted out, was decent. But the experience as a whole was disappointing. Between the self-serve setup, the misinformation, and the poorly trained staff, we left more stressed than when we walked in.

We won’t be coming back.

Lisa W.

We all enjoyed our meal, as well as the stunning sunset and river outside. My son mentioned that his food (burnt ends) wasn't that hot. My husband really enjoyed his pulled pork sandwich. My daughter ate all of her cheeseburger (she rarely does that). My meal was good, but I wish I had ordered a salad instead...lol! Service was attentive. My hubby and son reported that the beer was tasty, too.

Maria P.

Stumbled on this place after a weekend away. It’s a bit off the main road and inside the River Lodge and it was a lovely find. It sits river side with beautiful views the river and the boats passing by. Service was amazing and food was great.

Todd R.

We were greeted immediately and seated by the window with a river view. The server greeted us promptly. The food took a bit to get to the table. My chicken on the bed of spaghetti and tomato sauce was a bit gristly and didn’t seem to be seasoned all too well. The sauce was comprised of what I assumed to be and tasted like just tomatoes. Not much there to excite the palate. The noodles were done well, soft, which is my preference. The garlic roll was warm and tasted good.

The fish tacos were heavily breaded and lacked finesse.

I think with some fine tuning with the service staff and some expertise in the kitchen, it could be a phenomenal restaurant given its location and view.

Keep it up.

Jenny O.

We had a great dinner at Two Barrels while on a fishing trip. The atmosphere was really nice and our server, Lisa, was super attentive and friendly. We will definitely be back next time we are in town.

Tammy B.

In our group, we ordered fish and chips, and a burger. The food was good. I thought that the selection could have been a little larger for the beers and ciders. We did not order any cocktails from the bar, so I cannot comment on that. The atmosphere was good, having a view of the river.