Dutch Mill Cafe

In the Top 3 best onion rings I've had in my life; and I know my o-rings. These were different than any others I've had, but different in a good way: I can't quite put my finger on what it was, but it was like they used Tempura for the batter, which gave them a bite that was more than satisfying.

The girl that served us initially sat us at a booth, which is always my preference, but afterward my wife wanted to get a table with a chair so we could strap our three-year-old in. The server happily gave us a new table without hesitation. And beyond that she was very attentive.

My only minor complaint is the "fry sauce" is not actual fry sauce. Not even close. I would strongly suggest the following recipe for "real" fry sauce:

1 ½ C. Heinz ketchup (yes, it has to be Heinz)
1 ¼ C. Best Foods Mayo (yes, it has to be Best Foods)
¼ C. ½ dill pickle juice (yep) and ½ red wine vinegar
2 Tbsp. Garlic powder
2 Tbsp. Onion powder
2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
1 Tbsp. Cajun seasoning (I found a brand called Slap Ya Mama I really like. It's available on Amazon)

Whisk everything together and it makes about 24 oz. Easily scalable.

I also meant to add that I don't know why this place is listed as "$$" as opposed to "$". I would say it's the latter. They have roughly the same prices for burgers, etc. as a cart in the Portland area would, and this is a sit-down diner/restaurant. Their prices are more than reasonable, especially since both the food and service are great.

Finally, if you're using Google Maps, it will take you to a parking lot in back of the diner. We went on a sunny Spring Sunday and there was still plenty of parking, but I mention this because there is actually an entrance to the diner from this parking lot (there's also a huge sign - you can't miss it.) So you don't have to worry about parking on the street.

This place is a MUST go to when in Tillamook! Literally my favorite burger anywhere on the coast! Staff was incredibly friendly, the restaurant is spotless...AWESOME all the way around! Highly recommend!

They had the best chicken tenders I have ever had. Great food. Good prices. If u have kids they have a play area too.

We had the strawberry milkshake and onion rings, delicious food. The service was great as well, really nice lady at the cashier

I've been here twice. Food is excellent. I would drive two hours from Salem just for the fries. Had the Matherhorn burger last trip and it really hit the spot. Chicken strips were tender and moist.

The burgers are just great! A very nice clean dinner with friendly staff.

Terry and his crew have done an amazing job at restoring that classic dinner feel.
He has also continued a few of the local classic burgers that were no longer available until Terry brought them back.

We stumbled upon this place when the restaurant we were headed to was closed. Wow what an amazing place!! :) the burgers are delicious and so are the homemade onion rings.

Pretty nostalgic atmosphere with Elvis playing in the background. The staff was friendly enough. The food was a bit spendy but the burger was top-NOTCH. I would recommend the place.

This "Dutch Mill Diner" in Tillamook, Oregon is a cute Classic 50's Diner!!! The owners and staff are kind and the good was great! Add the latest beacon marketing technology and ill give it a 10 out of 5... ;)