About
Tucked inside the luxury hotel Whale Cove Inn, Restaurant Beck offers fine dining showcasing Oregon’s bountiful foods.
While the hotel setting may fool you into thinking that the cuisine is ho-hum, quite the opposite is true. Let us explain.
Leading the charge at this renowned eatery is Chef Justin Wills. With training from the Culinary Institute of America and cooking Italian food with his family as a boy, Chef Wills presents creative entrees that impress. Along with his wife Stormee, the dynamic couple opened the boutique eatery in 2009. Named after their son, Becker, the restaurant shot to the top of the charts in terms of notoriety. It received a Three Diamond rating within its first six months of operation!
As executive chef, Wills leads with experience, showcasing fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Working closely with area farmers, fishermen, and foragers, he ensures every dish celebrates the best of the Central Oregon Coast.
Its location in Depoe Bay puts it in the bullseye of the area’s landmarks and attractions. Such proximity makes planning a sightseeing itinerary coupled with fine dining easy-peasy. For instance, after a day hiking at Devils Punchbowl State Natural Area or scanning the Pacific for whales at the OPRD Whale Watching Center, you’re never far from artisan cuisine.
The menu evolves based on what’s fresh and available. You can expect cuisine showcasing wild mushrooms, huckleberries, and Pacific seafood. With this coast-to-table approach, Restaurant Beck promises an authentic Oregon dining experience.
Vibe
Whale Cove Inn will impress, with its three stories, each with jaw-dropping ocean views. The modern design stands in stark contrast to the surrounding evergreens and rocky cliffs, serving as a beacon with its contemporary elements.
Restaurant Beck is on the main floor, and while the cuisine is the star attraction, the panoramic ocean views will demand your attention.
The interior is warm, with off white colors, tastefully placed artwork, and soft lighting. Tables with white linens are spaced throughout the room, making it feel comfortable and not crowded.
The atmosphere feels effortlessly relaxed, yet still refined. Even with the high-end cuisine, the room exudes warmth, making for a memory-making meal.
Whether for a special occasion or to savor award-winning fare, Restaurant Beck will enhance your Central Oregon Coastgetaway.
Restaurant Beck: Menu & Drinks
As a diner, you can choose à la carte items to create your own meal or opt for the five-course Chef’s Tasting menu. We’ll start with the à la carte offerings.
A wondrous salad that may suit as a meal for some is the Beet Salad. It features fresh farm greens and beets, with goat cheese, candied pistachios, and grapefruit. The citrus vinaigrette ties the flavors, textures, and colors together like a bow on a present.
Fans of seafood find the rockfish risotto hard to beat. Using fresh-caught rockfish, the dish incorporates snap peas, radishes, and a leek green puree. The garden cress adds a subtle peppery flavor, rounding out this seafood dish.
Land lovers will want to try the American Wagyu Beef. The meat is finished with miso butter and root vegetable puree. It comes with asparagus and romesco, whose smoky flavors further enhance the Wagyu’s flavor. It promises to satisfy your hunger after a day at Depoe Bay Scenic Park.
For the ultimate dining experience, try the Chef’s Tasting menu for your table. This epicurean adventure is tailor-made by Chef Wills’ team to create a memory-making meal. Add the wine pairing for an additional cost to enjoy all that the Pacific Northwest has to offer.
The drink menu at Restaurant Beck is as well-planned as the food. Wines are paired to match each course and often come from Oregon or other top spots in the Pacific Northwest. Craft cocktails showcase local botanicals or classic recipes upgraded with house-made syrups.
When fine dining with a farm-to-table approach and view is like a movie scene, make a reservation at Restaurant Beck. It will transform your Central Oregon Coast vacation.
Local Tips
- Reservations are required and should be made well in advance.
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- Communicate any dietary restrictions when you make your reservation.
- Plan for a multi-hour dining experience; this is not a quick meal.
