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I love Bob's! They have a huge selection of gluten free options - flours, grains, mixes - and even have these options in bulk, which is uncommon (tip: much cheaper to buy in bulk!!!). When you buy in bulk, you can go over to a nearby filing cabinet and pick out the label-sticker that's normally on the package (for example, cornbread mix) so you know the ingredients, how to make it, and --- most importantly --- remember what you're actually looking at when you have 5-6 different bags of bulk flours/mixes.
And the super-best part about Bob's? Actually seeing the real Bob. I've spotted him twice now, and I'm not a regular! I've probably been there 5 times over the last year or two. But it was for sure Bob... He looks just like he does on the label. So much fun!
One downside: Crowded aisles. But worth the confinement.
Oh my goodness, this place is fantastic! My boyfriend and I split the 3 egg veggie omlette with hashbrowns and it was the perfect amount. Despite it being crowded on a late Saturday morning, the food came out pretty quickly.
Great selection of dried goods for a great price. I'll definitely be coming back.
I was off today, so armed with my latest read and a 1/2 off coupon from the Chinook book, I set off for Bob's Red Mill to see what all the biscuit-and-cheesy-grits fuss was about.
I liked the open, airy space a lot, and opted to sit upstairs to peruse the products and people from above. I didn't realize it would be cafeteria-style but that was fine. The food (eggs, grits, 2 huge biscuits and steamed spinach) was fine. Definitely fresh. The coffee, not so fresh. But whatevs. It's not Bob's Coffee Store, after all.
I can't say that I would go back just for the food, unless maybe the folks were visiting. It's a good parent place, especially if your parent(s) happen to be from the south. But their store is amazing! I've often baked with Bob's products but had no idea so many existed. And the other products are reasonably priced (Annie's Goddess dressing for $3.50? that's how much it is on sale at most stores!) and plentiful as well.
Thanks, Bob.
Bobs Red Mill is located just off I-205 in a quiet neighborhood with enough convenient parking for all patrons.
If you're looking for a good place to pick up wholesome ingredients for your own home cooking, this is the place. Especially for you bakers. The multitude of ingredients they have are overwhelming, they cater to everyone. Including vegans! Yes this market has so many things to offer vegans and the market employees are VERY savvy on their products. Stop one and ask them to show you around.
The cafe/diner portion of the building is just as good. They have classics like 3 egg omelets, bacon, sausage, but they also have vegetarian dishes and a few vegan dishes. The best vegan dish there is the vegan french toast. It's one of the best, and if I didn't know before hand, I wouldn't have known it was vegan. (I myself am not vegan but do enjoy doing the vegan research)
They have a wide selection of coffee brewing in the morning, which is one thing that strikes me about this place. I love being able to choose a mild roast. They usually have about 6 different blends to chose from down stairs and about 4 to 6 up stairs.
Also, if you show up around 7 AM or so, you have about an 80% chance of running into Bob himself. He's not a fictional character. He's a real person, and so is his darling wife. This is a family run business. So when you patron a place like this, you're supporting your community. Bob will say hello to you, pat you on the shoulder, stop at your table and talk with you. Ask you what you do for a living, make sure your food is good. He's a gentleman and a professional, finding that in an eatery is not easy to come by.
While I recommend this place for breakfast/brunch. I wouldn't advise it for lunch/dinner. The menu isn't very large and that's not really what they cater for. But PLEASE, stop into this WONDERFUL establishment and take a look around. Grab some coffee, enjoy this type of atmosphere. Because in this day and age, these types of places are becoming harder and harder to find.
Bobs Red Mill is a true Oregon gem, and I hope it lasts.
I love BRM! I've always been a fan of their products and that they stone-ground grains. Not only is is tasty but it's healthy too! However, I didn't know they served breakfast at the store! My friend suggested it for breakfast and I was so excited to finally go there.
I ordered the breakfast sandwich special which was good. It consisted of egg, whole wheat bread, cheddar and turkey ham. The best part of breakfast was the Cheesy Corn Grits. So good! To think I can make them at home for breakfast because I can get what I need right there in the store.
My friend let me have a bite of her biscuit and wow, amazing. So soft but so tasty, fluffy but moist. I can't wait to go there again. And the idea that I can get any of what BRM at bulk is even more enticement to go there.
+: This place is perfect for families and anyone who likes to cook/bake like me! First tour the factory, then eat some great food, then stock up on the essentials! Yum!
-: A little far but that's okay, it feels good to get away sometimes!
!: Don't forget to snag some free recipes!
?: There are way too many options, please edit so I'm not standing in your aisles for hours wondering what I want to make...
This place is the BEST! I love going to Bob's Red Mill for breakfast. The food is so very tasty! I also cook a lot and you cannot beat the quality of BRM products. They sell so many things. You can save a ton of money buying in bulk and as I said the quality of everything is exceptional! I buy flour(s), dried beans, nuts, dried fruit, cornmeal, the list goes on and on. The organic whole wheat pastry flour is the best, I use it for practically everything I bake. You can't miss going here, there is something for everyone. Also, the people who work at BRM are super friendly and helpful. I have also seen Bob himself having breakfast a few times.
Honestly, it's hard for me not to go to BRM every day. I work mere blocks away, and when the stomach starts growling at about 10:30 am, my first thought is "Bob's".
What a fun place! Go on a weekend and cram yourself onto the porch with the busloads of old folks who come every Sat/Sun to chat it up with Bob. Bob really will come say hello to you. And you might feel compelled to bear hug him for creating such a wonderful place.
The food rules. Super healthy, super fresh, lots of options for people with allergies or an assortment of dietary restrictions. I find the soy cheese grilled cheese actually better than real cheese! They make a few different varieties of Gardenburger-esque sandwiches, which I don't think are actually Gardenburger-brand- they are way better. Try it with grilled mushrooms and onions.
The breakfast sandwich is a steal at $4.29- two eggs, Tillamook cheddar, on hearty bread with a BIG cup of grits. Last time I had this, I was full until dinner time!
Also noteworthy are the Tuna Melt and the soups- different soup or two in addition to the chili available every day. I have never had a bad meal there, it's all super duper.
What people may not realize is that you can actually do your grocery shopping at Bob's. They've got pretty much everything you need except produce. And don't be shy about checking out the clearance bin, either- every day, they mark down day-olds and other products for some real steals. Also, they bulk section is great, especially if you'd like to try a few new things but not commit to a whole pound package.
Long live BRM.
Excellent breakfast selections!! LOVE the biscuits. And the store has so many wonderful items. My cats love it when I bring home fresh catnip for them. :)
I have been to Bob's red Mill twice and have to say......*I love Bob's Red Mill*. There customer service is top notch....both times I saw Bob himself walking around greeting people.....the employees are super friendly and aim to please. The retail store is fun to browse....who knew there were so many BRM products?! Their bakery chocolate chip cookies are like crack.....they are huge, delicious and addictive. Breakfast is fantastic (can't wait to go back again), fresh & wholesome....generous portions too!
Oh how i love this place! We stopped by here on our road trip, going out of our way because "I had to go". I was so happy to be in this delightful place. Our breakfast was amazing, the store was great. I did not have a chance to shop boohoo. We all left with full belly's and a happy feeling about BRM:)
Yummy breakfast! Had a great breakfast sandwich and my kids had yummy pastries. Loved that the shop was prepared for my dairy-allergic daughter and had strawberry soy yogurt to supplement the meal. Perhaps the yummiest chocolate banana scone EVER!
Great selection in the "store" section. Picked up a bag of delish oatmeal chocolate chip cookies (they were HUGE, about six in the bag). Wish I lived closer, I'd be there ALL the time.
This place is cool. I've been a fan of their grocery stuffs for a long time and stumbled upon the store... and what a find. There's a gigantic water wheel out front, a store, a cafe, all in a big, inviting space with two levels and an outside seating area. Not only can you find Bob's flour, grains and other products but also unique, European kitchen tools & appliances, cookbooks and a HUGE bulk section. Oh, and the bakery... (try the Spelt Cookies). The staff are down-to-earth, the cafe has some mean sandwiches and the whole experience is unique, fun and different. If you get a chance to check it out, do it! Its not far from Clackamas Mall and there's a ton of parking. You can bike from inner SE using 52nd, Flavel/Harmony Rd. Bring your appetite!
Wow what a place. Being from Columbus, OH I have seen the products in stores for years and have bought many for the markup that the east coast puts on these great products. It was so different being there. I was in heaven.
I had breakfast with a friend who lives in the area. He shops there all the time with his cabinet full of BRM products. I had to buy a few things to take back.
For breakfast I had the breakfast sandwich with grits and coffee. very tasty and filling. My friend had Oatmeal w/ biscuits and orange juice. We sort of shared eating from each others meals. It was so delicious.
I would say if you are ever in the area there, please do not hesitate to stop by and enjoy the food and the products.
This place is fun, lots to check out and the food is really good. Now I'm not sure why but I was compelled to order the grilled cheese (dairy allergy and all) let me tell you it was worth the itching! Super yummy - gooey creamy cheese & soft crusty bread.
The cookies should be against the law! No joke, I am very glad I live so far away from this place cuz their cookies are better than crack ... I mean like crack yeah their like crack.
We dined on the patio and the only negative was the highway noise, great otherwise. This is a no frills kinda place polite & helpful people don't expect to be waited on or hounded.
Also the staff was very knowledgeable about GF baking options and some allergy issues can't beat that.
fun place, tasty food. We were sitting there eating lunch and I saw this dude who looked like Bob from the packaging. Told my wife: "look! its Bob!" She said: "no way, that's not Bob, I bet Bob is like some fictional character who they just put on the packaging"
After about 10-15 people stopped to say hi to Bob she finally agreed that it was Bob. He really does look just like the guy on the package :-)
That aside, the sandwiches were great and they have an awesome selection of baking mixes, baking supplies and other grain related products.
Get up off your duff and get on over to Bob's huge Red Barn off of HI 224 in Milwaukie! It's safe for kids, parents and even your grandparents who you really should be spending more time with.
The cafe is an order at the counter affair with seating located upstairs in a balcony wrapping around the building or if mobility is a concern, you can eat downstairs or outside.
There are two breakfast menus, one is regular and one is vegetarian emphasizing lots of vegan options. Items are reasonably priced and tasty. It's not Denny's in here so the dining atmosphere is not much, just clean nice tables surrounding their main retail aisles. (Hey, Denny's has decor...)
There are two pluses for your trip WAY on out here. They have tours of their facility and the store is fun to browse. They sell some gluten free flours that they grind (and all their other products) as well as other natural foodie goodies that will keep your colon regular. (Hey, that's important...)
Everyone was super friendly and if you bought the discount coupon book called The Chinook Book, it has coupons for 50% off a meal and an item from the store. Now THAT'S why your grandparents will really want to come.
Dear Bob,
I love you. Every time I visit your store, it seems there's a new, healthy, whole grained adventure waiting just around the corner! The rows of local, healthy products, filled with gluten-free delights quicken my heart and take my breath away! I must confess to you that my dreams are nighty filled with visions of you and I, walking through fields of organic grain. You always smile, hand me a chocolate-chip oatmeal cookie, and say, "here. I had them make this just for you. fresh. today." I know I will see you soon, for you seem to keep up your daily visits to the store-making sure things are as they should be. As I bag my bulk white bean flour (for that added fiber I adore), I will catch a glimpse of you, and blush. sigh.
love,
amy
I've only been here once, for breakfast, but I definitely plan on returning! This is a place that I could bring my small town farmer father to and know he'd love, and ALSO a place that I can order super yummy vegan food! (the french toast and veggie sausage were wonderful!)
Their store is abundant with great, healthy ingredients to take home and try our your own recipes. Check out the cookbook section if you are interested in vegetarian, vegan, diabetic, or gluten-free cooking.
Bob's Red Mill is great. I actually met Bob while standing in line to order some food. I asked him if he wouldn't mind signing my menu. Yeah...I realize it's a cheesy thing to ask, but I really like Bob's products. I wanted to ask Bob some questions, but Bob was in a hurry and moved on to talk with his friends. At least he was kind enough to sign my menu. Bob's wife however, came up and started talking to me. I was able to ask her some questions about their business. She was so kind and patient. In my opinion, Bob's wife was actually a bit more friendlier than Bob was.
It's the Woman behind the man that makes the man who he is.
So anyway, Bob's Red mill has alot of eye candy for any organic connoisseur. The nose gets completely satisfied with the smells of freshly made breads and pastries. Taste buds turn happy when they taste the soup and sandwich of the day.
Don't forget to pick up some bulk products to take home later.
You won't be disappointed with Bob's Red Mill.
I've been a customer of Bob's for longer than I can remember. In second grade, my Girl Scout troop went there on a field trip, back when it really was a red mill. I took a couple cooking classes at their previous location. And the whole family took a tour of the new warehouse a couple months ago.
My very picky daughter loves to go to Bob's and eat pancakes, watch the water wheel, and nibble the peanut butter chocolate chip cookies. I love to shop the bulk bins, and every suggestion I've ever left has been followed up with a phone call.
The only negative comment I have about BRM is that it's a bit pricey. But if that's the cost of supporting a local, customer-focused business that strives to meet the needs of diners nation wide, I'll pay it. And I pay it regularly.
I am lucky enough to work just across the street from Bob's Red Mill.
Lunches are a little expensive for an every day habit (although their Tuna Melt's to die for), but there are daily $1.75 coffee specials at the cart outside that threaten to foster a serious dependency.
And let's not forget the Mill. When my mom decided she could no longer eat wheat, yeast or sugar, Bob's was the first place I went. They have everything you could want in terms of alternative grains, pastas, bread mixes, sweeteners and the like.
To top it off, there's also the fact that Bob himself walks through several times a day in a Disney Land, larger than life, kind of way, turning heads and leaving excited murmurs in his wake.
If you're going on a health-food kick (or if you just want something tasty and awesome), you HAVE TO check out Bob's Red Mill...this place has everything.
You might recognize the name from the natural foods section of any grocery store you shop at. The little bags of whole grains and germ and flours and cereals with the face of a guy that could be Santa Claus. Well, even though the grocery store you normally go to has a shelf of their stuff, the actual store has, well, a huge store full of so many different varieties of granola, muesli, flour, oats, and bulk items that it's almost certain you won't be leaving empty handed.
But if you're not looking for a shopping trip involving organic grains, you have to at least eat at their cafe. You know what I've found? It's always more fun to go out for breakfast. And while Bob's Red Mill might not provide entertainment (apart from being able to watch the old water-run grain grinder grind on the inside), they do know how to cook up a mean breakfast...and all of it fresh! Amazing omelettes, half a dozen choices of homemade toasts, biscuits, home-grown hot cereals, and a buttery and delectable stack of pancakes (your choice of grain) are just a few of the items on their very affordable list of meals.
While healthier meats--like turkey sausage and turkey ham--find their way onto the menu, so do lots of vegan-friendly items (the grains from which can also be purchased in the store area).
And, surprisingly, this place also brews up a satisfying cup of coffee or espresso.
Did I mention they have BAKED doughnuts? How's that, Laura N.?
If you decide to take a walk up the stairs, take a little time to skim the multitude of framed newspaper articles about Bob and his endeavor to bring healthy eating to the world!
My one complaint? Sometimes the servers have a hard time finding tables, as it's an order and then sit kind of place.
However, Bob's Red Mill is well worth the drive to Milwaukie.
Second to eggnog, cookies are the most important part of my holiday traditions. This year, I had the daunting task of converting some of our family favorites into gluten-free versions so I could bake with the kids.
There are plenty of websites to instruct you in concocting mixtures of things like sorghum and xanthan gum and ingredients better left to science class. I simply wanted a big bag of "not flour" to use as a substitute without compromising flavor.
Enter Bob's Red Mill GF All-Purpose Baking Flour... for the first "not flour" I tried, I was pretty impressed. I didn't need to adjust other ingredients in the recipe or baking times, and it delivered a reasonable facsimile of my traditional cookies. The dough rose and browned as expected, and the taste and texture of the cookies were acceptable, if not dead-ringers for the regulars. It worked better for the oatmeal-based cookies than it did for the butter cookies, which came out a little on the dry/chalky side.
A word of warning! If you love eating cookie dough, resist. The mix contains garbanzo and fava bean flours, and you'll detect a weird raw bean taste if you try it before it's baked. :(
I'm on the fence about this place.
I love that they are super healthy and have a place you can shop while you wait for your food. I like that they have a vegetarian and vegan menu. I like that they have healthy choices. I like their food well-enough ... it's just kinda "run of the mill" (pun intended).
But I'm not crazy about the cafeteria feel. Waiting in line to place your order, then sitting at your table til they bring your food. I feel like I'm at a truck stop while driving across the country.
Hubby really likes it and so we keep going back. I like it enough to keep going back ... cuz I like a happy hubby.
Every time I come here, I wonder why I don't come more often. Great combination market and restaurant. You can even see the Mill! An Oregon company offering amazing organic and healthy options, so it gets a major thumbs up in my book.
Some of their products are available at other stores, like Freddie's, but the selection here is fantastic. If you have any gluten or other food sensitivities, this place can't be missed. Who knew there were so many varieties of grains?
Love their website and they offer lots of interesting recipes.
I like to go for breakfast, place my order, then do some shopping. The pancakes are delish, but I don't understand why they are closed on Sunday (hence the four star rating).
**Update May 1, 2008. Just went to the Grand Opening of their new manufacturing facility and I was so impressed. Bob was there and incredibly gracious. He posed for a photo with my son and even played the piano. What a renaissance man. I love to see the founder stand behind his product. Upgraded to five stars!
Bob's Red Mill is really cool. I pass it all of the time and this last weekend I finally decided to stop in and check it out. It was a lot different than I had expected; it is a huge grain store and restaurant. The restaurant serves breakfast and lunch, and they bring out your grub very quickly; this was good for me since I was STARVING! The breakfasts and sandwiches are a little expensive, but not "crazy." It averages about 8-9 bucks for a meal. 8 bucks for a sandwich seems a bit steep to me (this is where the missing star comes from). For the same price you can go to Otto's and have Portland's best sandwich PLUS a beer! I am not putting this place down, don't get me wrong; this place is great, and is an perfect place to bring the family or to dine with a group.
At Bob's you order at the counter then take a seat, and they will bring you your food. What was strange about this place to me though, was the tipping situation, there is no tip-jar on the counter, and if you are paying with a credit card there is no place to add a tip. I only had a dollar in my wallet (I paid with plastic) which I left on the counter, but I wasn't sure what I was supposed to do! I felt bad that they only got a buck from me! Oh well.
Worth checking out!
This was one of the best Breakfasts I've had in Portland. You have to have the scratch biscuits and their gravy. For breakfast the only meat I saw on the menu was turkey, so I don't know what kind of sausage it was seasoned with but it was so good. It's a bit out of the way, o'er in meelee-u-wok-a, deep inside. Trust me it's worth the trip plus it's located in Bob's Red Mill Store so you can buy all the grains & beans you already buy at Whole (paycheck) Foods. Go out and get yourself some biscuits 'n gravy some Saturday morning! You'll be glad you did!
I love this spot. If you go on Saturday you might see Bob himself. Good healthy food. No service but that's ok.
Great place to go with kids - ample parking, wide aisles for strollers, doors open automatically, plenty of high chairs and booster seats, ambient noise is loud enough to keep people from being easily annoyed by minor kid noise, you don't have to wait for a table, no time pressure to leave. This is where I go for breakfast if it's just me and my toddler. Plus they serve breakfast until 3PM on Saturday. I love the biscuits and also the oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. You order from a window (stroller accessible), pick up a number and find your own seat. Some things you can get immediately, like yogurt, scones & juice (i.e., enough to hold a toddler over until the full order gets to the table).
Bob's Red Mill has everything!! Although not to be confused with Red Mill in Seattle. (some of the best burgers!!) Anyway, BRM has all of the whole grains, baking supplies, bulk foods for every single thing you can think of, organic or not. The also serve breakfast and lunch. The open at 6am on weekdays and 7 on saturdays. Closed on Sun. Their website and phone do not have a message that states this. Not sure what time they stop serving. But, went there for breakfast for the first time. It was really good, although a little expensive for breakfast. I had the breakfast sandwich which had 2 eggs, turkey ham, cheese on whole wheat toast. It came with cheese grits. I love grits! My husband had the belgian waffle with eggs. We both enjoyed it. The seating is abundant with some outside seating as well. They can also do fried grits if you like that. Here's to Joe!!!
Bob's Red Mill is a great place to get nice stone ground goodness, unlike a lot of other mills apparently, that use machines instead of the old-timey stone mills. The best part about this place is probably the abundance of whole grain products to specialty baking needs, ranging from special bread and pastry flours to heaping jugs of sorghum. They sell their own baked goods, which I haven't tried, but they also sell pretty much any ingredient you need to make almost any baked good you need, although they lack golden syrup for anzac biscuits. The breakfast/lunch stand is cafeteria style, which isn't bad since they have most of two floors for ample seating. Since they grind their own grains, the pancake/waffles/bread for sandwiches is probably the best you'll find anywhere. I had the belgian waffle and it was perhaps the best I've ever had, and after a 10yr hiatus of eating that crap doused in maple syrup before sipping the syrup straight, I'm ecstatic to say that I can do it again without feeling fattie guilt since they're made of whole grains, purportedly great for you. Everything in moderation of course. Their turkey bacon is pretty tasty while their breakfast sausage is also nicely spiced. The biscuits were also well done as you could expect, although it would have been nice to have fresher jam than the jam in those little plastic tubs, but I suppose this is a mill and not a preserve factory. All in all, if you bake anything from bread to pastries, this is definitely the place to start. Breakfast, shopping, lunch, and you can get to it.
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