One cannot imagine Walla Walla without imagining great food to accompany its great wines. Walla Walla is home to every type of restaurant imaginable, with a selection spanning every budget. Walla Walla has been named as a haven for foodies in various national publications. No matter your choice of menu, you will be given a memorable experience.

The first destination for any visitor to downtown Walla Walla should be Onion World. This walk up stand, located at the Starbucks building at First and Main, is home to the Walla Walla Sweet Onion Sausage: a sausage made from a secret blend of locally grown Walla Walla Sweet Onions and fresh, lean pork. The Walsh Family has been concocting sausages since 1975   and has become a local staple in the community. The Walla Walla Sweet Onion Sausage can be found at various local events and a fixture at the Farmer's Market located downtown. For more information, call (509) 525-8440.

What goes better with your wine than some fine cheese? That is exactly what you will find at Walla Walla's Gourmet Grocery, Salumiere Cesario. Located at 20 N. 2nd Avenue, Salumiere offers a unique walk-in cheese closet that is filled with artisanal cheeses. The featured cheeses that have been gathered from around the world are rotated every two weeks, but selections typically include Formager D'Affinois, Cave Aged Gryuere, Pt. Reyes Blue and 24 month aged Parmigiano Reggiano. Cesario also features a gourmet salt bar, olive oil and wine and beer from around the world, many of which are very limited. Cesario is open on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 11 am to 6 pm, and from 11 am to 4 pm on Sunday. On Tuesday and Wednesday the shop is closed. For more information, call (509) 529-5620.

QUICK TIP - Make time to visit the downtown Farmer's Market, held every Saturday between 9:00 and 1:00, May through October. It's a great place to purchase fresh produce and local goods.

At the heart of 21 Main Street was once the beloved Merchants Deli LTD, a Walla Walla institution, but after 30-years they threw in the towel (and their aprons). Local restaurant entrepreneurs Tom Maccarone and Jake Crenshaw acquired the space adding their own flair, Olive Marketplace and Café. The cafe menu features a variety sandwiches, house-made pizzas, and a full selection of espresso drinks, beer, and wine, along with breakfast entrees. Olive's Marketplace retail offerings include cured meats, fresh seafood and an assortment of fresh-baked breads and pastries. Outdoor seating is also available. For more information, call (509) 526-0200.

For those looking for an unforgettable "Sense of Place" dining experience, The Marc Restaurant in the Marcus Whitman Hotel and Conference Center is a destination that should be on your itinerary. Headed by Executive Chef Hank "Bear" Ullman, the Marc Restaurant focuses on dishes featuring the region's seasonal favorites such as organic fruits, vegetables, cheeses, and farm raised proteins. The extensive and award winning wine list includes many local and regional favorites. For the best experience, be sure to sit at the Chef's Table, where you will be able to watch Chef Bear prepare all of his tasty entrees. The restaurant is open for lunch Monday thru Friday from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. For dinner, the Marc is open from 6 to 9 pm Sunday thru Thursday and 6 to 9:30 pm Friday and Saturday. For more information, or to make reservations, call (509) 525-2200.

Search the Walla Walla Uncovered directory for information about restaurants in Walla Walla, Dayton, Milton-Freewater, Pendleton, and surrounding areas.

Walla Walla Bars >>>