Angie Quebedeaux

River Pig Saloon

This restaurant originated in Oregon, where "River Pig" is an old term for guys whose job it was to guide timber down rivers to sawmills.

The menu offers typical items that you would find at a gastropub, but also some unique grub like the Hell’s Canyon Drumsticks. Instead of drums and flats, you get five whole chicken legs with your choice of flavors (house dry rub, cilantro Buffalo, barbecue or honey mustard). Go for the house dry rub drumsticks; they're juicy, yet crispy and nicely seasoned without the mess.

We also tried the Saloon’s Bison Burger, which is topped with bacon, pepper jack cheese, caramelized onions, lettuce, pickles and garlic mayo on a brioche bun. Seasoned curly fries topped with herbs and Parmesan are served hot and fresh with all the burgers. You’ll have a hard time not devouring all the fries before you even start to eat your sandwich or burger.