family table which are 100% NW chuck (never frozen), and sandwiches and wraps that include a few vegetarian options, like marinated portobello. The menu also has some surprising entrees not normally offered on a pub menu, creating more variety for a family hoping to please all. Yakisoba, crab and bay shrimp enchiladas, shrimp linguine, Hawaiian style short ribs and chicken pot pie give the menu a well rounded offering of all types of fare. The children’s menu was on a coloring sheet that came with crayons and offered a good variety of kid favorites. For my meal I decided on the tri-tip steak salad, served with mesquite grilled tri-tip steak (medium was my preference), field greens with toasted almonds, shaved red onions, craisins, bleu cheese crumbles, and julienned roasted red peppers. The steak was perfectly medium, pink on the inside, tender and juicy. My husband opted for the special of the night, which was prime rib with vegetables and choice of side (he chose mashed potatoes). He was really impressed with the au jus and huge portions, and pleased that the vegetables were fresh: roasted carrots, zucchini, and yellow squash, buttered and seasoned with herbs. My two oldest boys ordered burgers and fries. The buns looked to be fresh baked locally and were served just as they ordered them (they held most of the vegetables). My two youngest children wanted macaroni and cheese with apples, and it was the their favorite kind, Kraft. Although I appreciate a good homemade macaroni and cheese, my kids always prefer the boxed variety. For a family of six we kept the bill under $60 (not including tip), with our two youngest eating for free! Eating with kids can be challenging, but the service was outstanding, the food came out quickly, was perfect when presented, and the server was very accommodating of drink refills and the needs of our entire family. The whole dining experience was enjoyable, and the children were content and happy. Cascade Lakes Lodge is not the only family friendly restaurant in Bend that offers “kids eat free.” Some other places to try for your family's Sunday night out are 900 Wall, Zydeco, and the Long Board Louie’s Eastside location.
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info Cascade Lakes Lodge 1441 SW Chandler Ave, Suite #100, Bend 541.388.4998 www.cascadelakes.com
Zydeco Kitchen and Cocktails 919 Northwest Bond Street, Bend 541.312.2899 www.zydecokitchen.com
900 Wall 900 Northwest Wall Street, Bend 541.323.6295 www.900wall.com
Longboard Louie’s Eastside 62080 Dean Swift Road , Bend 541.383.5889 www.longboardlouies.com
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