San Simón — Restaurant in Bend

There are lots of places to eat in Bend. Do not miss this one. OK, it is cheese, and sausage, and divine green beans - charcuterie (yes, I had to look up that word), but it doesn't really capture what is happening at San Simón. This is one of those places that you can tell they are "doing it on purpose." Everything is done right. And the drinks are made to perfection - I highly recommend the Executive Lounge, although When Icarus Strikes was tempting. We sat at a four chair table which doubles as a fire pit if the weather is brisk. These are placed in an alley as are four or five other closeted booths, that give you that, I am in a cool place in Spain or Italy feeling. The bar it self is made for the witness protection program or an illicit tryst. Quite dark and sexy. Service was perfect; Taylor the manager, came out to say hello and get our second drink order....

Went with a friend on a Sunday afternoon after the High Desert Museum. Ambience was dark and salon-like/intimate. Their music selection was diverse, offbeat, and not going to lie I got really excited when they played one song that was a theme song of a podcast I was really into haha.

Staff were all chill and friendly and attentive. Brea(?) knew her regulars & the cocktail menu well, while still making me feel very welcome and happily greeted as a first-time patron. Total bun. 🙏 👯‍♀️ Naturally had to go with the maple syrup cocktail as a raised Vermonter, but look forward to exploring some other yummy creations in the future. Several of the mocktails looked very tasty as well. Love that trend....

Great SF North Beach kind of vibe. Batch made Old fashioned to die for and a huge list of creative beverages, including non alcoholic. Indoors is cozy, well set up for distance dining, but only about 4 tables.. Outdoor alley is all theirs. Tall tables, dogs permitted. Recently built cozy shelters with heaters soon to come. There's an awesome street artisan/thrift market on the weekends, and I've heard they occasionally show outdoor movies. Food is fantastic! Build your own boards of cheeses, meats, smoked and pickled treats with a hunk of Sparrow bread and butter. Minors permitted until 8 or 9. Super cool servers. It's a place I feel lucky to know...