Share(541) 330-2304
900 NW Wall Street
Bend,
OR
97701
44.0589
-121.3141
Neighborhood: River West
What People Are Saying About Merenda Restaurant and Wine Bar
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – The cavernous, loft-like space features exposed brick, rustic wooden beams and a grand staircase. Weekends usually mean boisterous crowds and a line out the door. The best way to dine is tapas-style. Try appetizers like roasted halibut cheeks in a lemon-garlic butter, chilled oysters or a selection of cheeses. Small plates range from skillet-roasted mussels to a garlic and goat cheese tart. Wood-fired pizzas are topped with shrimp, pancetta, asparagus or pepperoni.
11/28/08
SOME GOOD WINE SELECTIONS>>>>FOOD WAS AWFUL AND POOR SERVICE
by lagros at Citysearch
We moved to Bend a year ago....have given Merenda 4 or 5 opportunities to live up to the hype...NEVER HAS. The wait staff has been rude and not knowledgeable regarding wine or foods on menu. Have tried steaks, daily special dinner selections and none have been more than fair. Twice sent food back. Steaks ordered rare come well done, fish dry and overcooked. There are a few excellent restaurants in Bend so no need to go here. Same experience in their other restaurant Deep. Understand they are for sale...hope a better chef takes over.
08/14/08
AWFUL!
by snow7777 at Citysearch
This is one of the dirtiest and worst restaurants I have ever been too. I thought this Denton guy was from San Fran? The drinks were the only good thing this place had to offer. The place was dirty, the food was awful and not cooked correctly, the wait-staff was less than impressive. If someone wants a good meal and good service; don't go to Merenda, it's awful just like Mr. Denton's looks.
- Pros: Cocktails
- Cons: Eveything but the cocktails
01/28/08
Back to the Basics, Great Food & Great Service
by holeione at Citysearch
We recently revisited Merenda after having a couple of so-so visits in a row. I must say that they have found their position as one of Bend's best restaurants again. First off the food was above my expectations. My wife and I split the Gnoochi and the NY Steak, wow!! And our friends loved their chicken and pizza. Service was polite and knowledgable. Great Scotch selection (too good?) Still noisy, but we had a booth and really felt comfortable. Keep it up!!
- Pros: Food and Drink
- Cons: Still noisy
The Details on Merenda Restaurant and Wine Bar
Save Money:
The menu of wines by the glass features dozens of options.
Know Before You Go:
To avoid a long wait, call at least one day in advance for reservations; they will accept reservations up to one month in advance.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Romantic Dining, People Watching, Date Spot, Group Dining, Dine At The Bar, Notable Wine List, Bar Scene
General Info:
Open 7 Days
