Guest User
July 14, 2024
My wife and I recently traveled to Forest Grove to see Lyle Lovett at this venue. We were originally told you could see the stage from Pat's corner, the closest restaurant, but that was not true. You cannot see the stage and should not plan to enjoy any concert from this restaurant (just a tip). This was a really fun place to stay, and very much of an original experience. McMenamins has done a wonderful job with this property. Everything about it feels original, eclectic and like you're staying at someone's home rather than a resort or hotel. Perhaps a hotel in the 1920s would be a more accurate estimate. The property is so fun, with multiple different bars that open and close throughout the day. Each is its own experience and offers something different. We had prime rib and a standard cheeseburger the first night and they were delicious. I do enjoy prime rib but haven't found it done very well in Portland or on the west coast for that matter. This was cooked perfectly, sumptuous with the appropriate garnishments. The potatoes were perhaps softer and whipped with more butter than I would have preferred but they certainly did go down well. The cheeseburger was also done very well. The bartenders in service staff were all friendly and seem to be enjoying themselves. There was no problem ordering specialty cocktails that weren't listed. The room was its own experience. Nothing like a standard hotel room with that sterile feeling that so often accompanies hotels. This felt like a home, complete with a selection of books that were fun to peruse. The bathroom and shower were very clean, complete with a hair dryer that my wife would actually use, ( this is really saying something). If you know, you know. Some might worry that in a building this old the air conditioning might not work. It was 95° outside and 67° in our room, easily modified. Well it wasn't the least expensive place to stay, which probably had something to do with a fact that Lyle Lovett was staying here for his concert. I would definitely come back again, if just to try the warm soaking pool which looked inviting. There is a friendly staff with an excellent product available at a reasonable price.