Tourists and locals alike come in droves; even with reservations, you may have a 20-minute wait on a weeknight.

The decor has a decidedly Northwestern flavor, from fishing lures to bronze salmon leaping over the fireplace. There's also an assortment of merchandise to peruse as you wait. Appetizers include oysters on the half-shell, seafood chowder and crisp calamari. Popular entrees include filet mignon, blackened wild salmon and seared halibut.

Sit back and enjoy the view of the Colombia River and Mt. Hood. It’s a truly breathtaking vista as a background to an incredible date.