Where to Eat
Restaurants Near Curlew Lake
Great Country Cooking!
Where to eat? You won’t find cookie-cutter food in the restaurants near Curlew Lake, but you will enjoy tasty, addictive, frontier-town fare that will tempt you back for more.
Snack Shack
Eat at Curlew Lake
On the east shore of Curlew Lake (off Hwy 21) is the Snack Shack at Fisherman’s Cove Resort. The only restaurant at the lake, and open seven days a week May through late October, this charming, outdoor restaurant doesn’t disappoint. You’ll be treated to a fabulous lake view, great American fast-food cuisine, and friendly service.
15 Fisherman’s Cove Road
Republic, WA 99166
(509) 775-3641 or (888) 567-2955
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Republic Brewing Co.
A seriously friendly place to quaff an excellent beer with a friend (or to make a new friend), the RBC brews up a satisfying array of on-tap beers that are supplemented with seasonal favorites. They also brew their own, non-alcoholic sodas. Sit inside, or outdoors in the beer garden. They have a dart board and shuffle board. They serve complementary peanuts, and you’re welcome to bring your own food. Republic Pizza and Esther’s Restaurant will all deliver food to you at the pub.
Location: Old Fire Hall,
26 Clark Avenue
Republic, WA 9916
(509) 775-2700
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Esther’s Restaurant
Esther’s specializes in Mexican-American cuisine and gourmet burgers (made from locally raised, hormone-free longhorn beef). Serving sizes are generous and service is quick. Of particular note are Esther’s nacho platter, burrito supreme, and delicious carne asada. Full bar services include imported beers and Republic Brewing Co.’s pale ale on tap. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. 90 N Clark St, Republic, WA 99166, 775-2088, Facebook page
Mountain View Coffee House & Cafe
Mountain View Coffee House & Cafe serves up scrumptious burgers and Asian-inspired lunch and dinner entrees, including fan favorites like honey-walnut shrimp, orange chicken, sweet and sour pork, teriyaki chicken, and more.
The cafe also serves up coffee and espresso beverages as well as a daily selection of pastries, and cookies. The drive-through window serves coffee drinks and pastries. Check the cafe’s Facebook page for menu and schedule. They have limited inside seating and (seasonally) plentiful outside seating. Complementary wi-fi access available.
30267 E Hwy 20 (next door to Chevron Station)
Republic, Washington 99166
(509) 775-2080
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Tugboat’s
Open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, this little roadside restaurant offers up all-American fare that includes chicken strips, hand-battered fish fillets, and burgers all served, with the best regular and curly fries around. They serve lattes and soft ice cream cones and shakes.
Located just off Hwy 21 near the town of Curlew, WA, you can pick up lunch and a soda and head a mile over to Peggy Brixner Park to enjoy a picnic on the Kettle River.
Highway 21 and Kettle River Road/Boulder Creek Road
Curlew, Washington 99118
(509) 779-4444
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18 North Kitchen & Bar
This attractive restaurant serves up American classics such as a corned beef Reuben on marble rye bread, Chicken Cordon Blue, Chicken Caesar wrap, and a “Philly-style” Ferry Cheese steak sandwich. Their dinner entrees include dishes such as Chicken Piccata, Butternut Squash Linguini, and their signature 18 North Ribeye Steak. Sundays, they offer a brunch menu, including Eggs Benedict, avocado toast, and a delicious Bloody Mary cocktail. Visit their Facebook page for their hours, days open, and full menu, including their wine, ale, and mixed drink offerings. Their breads, desserts, coffee, and ale are locally sourced.
18 North Clark Ave
Republic, Washington 99166
(509) 775-8962
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Pine Grove Junction
Situated at the intersection of Hwy 21 and Hwy 20, just outside of Republic, WA, Pine Grove Junction is part gas station, part mini mart, and a big part restaurant. Especially loved for their all-day breakfast menu, they also serve sandwiches, soups, and steak dinners. Open every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
16267 N Highway 21
Republic, Washington 99166
Phone (509) 775-3304
Steve O’s Restaurant
Steve O’s specializes in an all-American menu of burgers, sandwiches, wraps, appetizers, and pizza. They also serve up a yummy array of ice cream treats. Mmm! Open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner.
30277 E Highway 20
Republic, Washington 99166
(509) 775-0861
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K Diamond K’s Country Kitchen
Excellent food and rich Western atmosphere combine to create an unforgettable experience at the K-Diamond-K Guest Ranch. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Meals are served family style, so you’ll have the pleasure of sharing a conversation with other vacationers, locals, or maybe the ranch’s owners. Buffet lunch menu changes daily. Call ahead to make reservations or confirm menu offerings.
15661 WA-21
Republic, WA 99166
(509) 641-1003
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Sparky’s Coffeehouse
Conveniently located in downtown Republic, WA, this welcoming coffeehouse serves up great lattes, beverages, and breakfast pastries, as well as ice cream cones. Pull up a chair and watch the town of Republic slowly go by as you enjoy your treat. Around you, you’ll find a charming array of reasonably-priced home decor, bath and beauty items, candles, and seasonal decorations and gifts. It’s a great place to pick up a travel souvenir, or holiday or hostess gift.
64 North Clark Ave
Republic, Washington 99166
(509) 775-2455
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Anderson’s Grocery
Republic, Washington’s largest grocery store carries a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, dairy products, and freshly cut meats. Full deli with rotisserie chicken, fried foods, potato and macaroni salads, and self-serve fountain sodas. This super-friendly store has all the fixin’s you need for a tasty barbecue or a picnic.
711 So. Clark Ave
Republic, WA 99166
(509) 775-3378
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Knotty Pine
This friendly, reasonably-priced restaurant and lounge is located on Republic’s main thoroughfare, and serves up tasty breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals seven days a week. Check out their menu, hours, and daily restaurant and lounge specials on their Facebook page.
645 So. Clark Ave
Republic, WA 99166
(509) 775-0926
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The Miner Saloon & Grill
This fun saloon and grill offers up tasty American cuisine in a casual atmosphere. Named after successful area gold mines, The Miner’s burgers and wraps include favorites such as the K2 burger: a spicy meat burger with their signature sauce, Jalapenos, bacon, and pepper jack cheese. They also offer up yummy appetizers like steak fries, waffle fries, breaded mushrooms, soft pretzels, hot wings, and much more. Check out their menu, hours, and special events on their Facebook page.
627 So Clark Ave
Republic, WA 99166
(509) 775-8115
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Ferry County Co-op
The Co-op stocks a variety of organic foods, fresh produce, and bulk spices and teas. Mon. though Thur., their bakery bakes up a rotating offering of fresh breads, scones, cookies, and muffins. Their self-service cafe also offers a freshly-made soup du jour and a entree four days of the week. The Co-op also carries gourmet cheeses and gluten-free snacks, pastas, and grains. Closed Sundays.
34 North Clark Ave
Republic, Washington 99166
(509) 775-3754
www.ferrycountycoop.com
Republic Market
This small-town market carries a surprisingly broad range of items ranging from dry and canned goods, frozen entrees, breads, wine, liquor, beer, cigarettes, and more. They also stock, camping supplies and selling hunting and fishing licenses.
970 S. Clark
Republic, WA 99166
(509) 775-2534
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FatGuys
FatGuys serves up American comfort food favorites like burgers, sandwiches, and wraps. They also offer gourmet options and sides, and plenty of appetizers to choose from, including chicken wings, sliders, nachos, street tacos, and more.
They are open daily 11 to 10. Visit their Facebook page to verify days and times, and to view their full menu. They currently have no indoor seating.
730 S. Keller St
Republic, WA 99166
(509) 740-0128
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