Elmer's Restaurants

Elmer's Restaurants, established in 1960 by Walt and Dorothy Elmer in Portland, Oregon, has grown into a beloved Northwest dining institution.

Their commitment to home-style cooking and community engagement has led to the expansion of 25 locally owned Elmer's Restaurants across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, California, and Arizona.

Menu Highlights

The cornerstone of Elmer's menu is Walt Elmer's original buttermilk pancake recipe, which remains a signature item.

Over the years, the menu expanded to include a variety of breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, all crafted with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

Notable breakfast items include the Breakfast Burger, California Omelet, and Savory Northwest Crepes. For those seeking sweet choices, the Belgian Waffle, Lingonberry Crepes, and Fruit Festival Crepes are popular.

Hand-rolled omelets cater to diverse tastes and include options like:

• Willamette Valley Omelet
• "Looking for Sun" Omelet
• Classic Ham and Tillamook Cheddar Omelet
• Mr. Elmer's Omelet
• Garden Vegetable Omelet
• Crabacado Omelet
• Farmers Omelet
• Denver & Tillamook Cheddar Omelet

Lunch and Dinner Offerings

The range includes burgers, sandwiches, and salads. The Bacon Avocado Burger features melted provolone cheese, Daily’s smokehouse bacon, fresh avocado, lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise.

The Bacon Cheeseburger with Tillamook Cheddar includes Daily’s smokehouse bacon, Tillamook Cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle, Thousand Island dressing, and mayonnaise.

Lighter fare options include the Crispy Chicken Salad, which offers crispy chicken tenders atop fresh salad greens with Daily’s smokehouse bacon, Tillamook Cheddar cheese, tomato, black olives, and green onion, served with a choice of dressing.

Community and Charity

Elmer's Restaurants are known for their warm, inviting family atmosphere, making them a favorite gathering spot for locals and visitors alike.

Their dedication to quality and community is evident in their support for local charities, having raised over $600,000 for organizations such as:

• Portland Summer Free for All
• Folds of Honor
• Portland Rose Festival
• Desert Cancer Foundation
• Mary Bridge Children's Hospital
• Corvallis Boys & Girls Club
• Children's Cancer Association
• Old Mill Center
• Sparrow Clubs

Locations

• Gresham, OR, USA
• Portland, OR, USA
• Tacoma, WA, USA
• Additional locations in Idaho, California, and Arizona

With a rich history and a menu that caters to a wide range of tastes, Elmer's Restaurants continue to be a cherished dining destination in the Northwest.