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Washington's Columbia Gorge Map: VientoViento Frommer's Highly Recommended

Cuisine Eclectic
Hours Tues-Sat 5-9pm (until 10pm Fri-Sat in summer)
Address
216 W. Steuben St
Location Wash. 14, Bingen
Reservations Reservations recommended
Phone 509/493-0049
Web site www.vientokitchen.com
Prices Main courses $9-$23
Credit Cards MC, V

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The name means "wind" in Spanish, an obvious bow to the blustery air that blows through the gorge. The menu here changes regularly and roams all over the globe, but there are comfort foods (including a very good burger). On a summer evening, you might dine on the likes of squash-blossom-and-goat-cheese quesadillas, lamb sirloin with a goat-cheese chili relleno, or grilled salmon with citrus gazpacho. Next door, you'll find Gorge Wine Merchants, 218 W. Steuben St. (tel. 509/493-5333; www.gorgewinemerchants.com), a great little wine bar.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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