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Canyon River Grill, Ellensburg, WA

Canyon River Grill

4.8 (665)
$31 to $50
American
14706 State Route 821, Ellensburg, WA 98926

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2 people
19:00
Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
The Canyon River Grill is the only restaurant in the Yakima Canyon offering local cuisine and beautiful views. Located inside Red's Fly Shop and just feet from the Yakima River, The Canyon River Grill serves gourmet food and wine and a feeling of intimacy and adventure. Whether you're coming for lunch after fishing the Yakima or celebrating a special occasion, your experience with us will be unforgettable.

Reservations are ALWAYS preferred.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Cajun, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:00–16:00 Dinner Mon, Thu 17:00–20:00 Fri–Sun 16:00–20:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Kevin Davis
  • Catering
    Please inquire about catering to Events@CanyonRiver.net
  • Private party facilities
    Please inquire about private Dinners to Events@CanyonRiver.net
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Ellensburg
  • Cross Street
    State Route 821 (aka Canyon Road)
  • Parking details
    Please park in front of Red's Fly Shop.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 665 people are saying

Canyon River Grill reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Great for scenic views

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    American

  • East of Seattle

    Best Overall

  • East of Seattle

    Best Food

  • East of Seattle

    Best Service

  • East of Seattle

    Best Ambience

  • East of Seattle

    Best Value

  • East of Seattle

    Innovative

  • East of Seattle

    Healthy

  • East of Seattle

    Great for fine wines

  • East of Seattle

    Great for outdoor dining

  • East of Seattle

    Great for scenic views

  • East of Seattle

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Canyon River Grill offers a "beautiful spot" by the Yakima River, with "fantastic food" and "exceptional service." Enjoy high-quality ingredients, a "casual yet refined" dining atmosphere, and a stunning view from the remodeled deck. Be sure to try the "amazing salmon" and "perfect martinis." An ideal choice for special occasions!

665 Reviews
  1. David

    Seattle6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dining at The Canyon River Grill is always a treat and tonight was no exception

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  2. Paul

    Philadelphia7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a wonderful meal. Always perfectly done. Casual, but all super well made food with high quality ingredients

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  3. Brenda VIP

    Seattle15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful! The salmon with cherries is AMAZING! 5+/5

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  4. Gina

    Seattle2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    chef kevin does not dissapoint we come for special occassions bday, anniversary, any excuse we love staying at the lodge, conveinant and nice for the pups we LOVE the canyon

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  5. Susan

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 4 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Canyon Grill is a beautiful spot on the Yakima River. In summer the huge glass doors are open to create a section that is indoor/outdoor. The food is delicious and the staff, kind, interesting and very efficient. It was a wonderful lunch get away with my elderly parents.

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  6. Gerry

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 29 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Canyon River Grill is our favorite "Special Place" in Kittitas County! We've been here many times and each time the food and service was exceptional. We always make reservations for a window seat and lately have requested seating in the remodeled deck as it is easier to hear one another there and the view is terrific! We had fish and chips (always great!) and Caesar salad.

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  7. Maggie VIP

    Seattle58 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always fantastic food! Everything on the menu is amazing!

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  8. Carrie

    Seattle2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing, service was exceptional and the view was beautiful! I highly recommend Canyon River Grill.

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  9. Debbie

    San Diego6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been here several times and really like the food. Service is good and you can’t beat the peaceful view.

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  10. Keith VIP

    Seattle40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always delicious the problem is not what to order it’s what not to order.

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  2. United States
  3. Seattle / Eastern Washington
  4. East of Seattle
  5. Ellensburg

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2 people
19:00
Booked 17 times today
Google Map for Canyon River Grill

14706 State Route 821, Ellensburg, WA 98926

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    State Route 821 (aka Canyon Road)
  • Area
    Ellensburg
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:00–16:00 Dinner Mon, Thu 17:00–20:00 Fri–Sun 16:00–20:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Cajun, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Please park in front of Red's Fly Shop.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Kevin Davis
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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