Joel Palmer House

Top choice in The Willamette Valley & Wine Country


Renowned for its dishes built around wild mushrooms and Oregon truffles (often handpicked by the chef, Christopher Czarnecki), this highly lauded restaurant is just a few miles northwest of McMinnville, in Dayton. It’s one of Oregon’s finest eateries, turning local ingredients into unforgettable fine cuisine. Reservations recommended.


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