Fodor's Expert Review The Dog Spot

$ Eastern Oregon Dessert Fodor's Choice

Easily the most unique of eateries in Joseph, when you dine at the Dog Spot you'll either be inside by the open kitchen and adjacent dog supply shop, or outside where dogs are welcome to sit below the table while you enjoy delectable food prepared by internationally experienced chef/owner, Arion Canniff. Arion's wife and hostess/waitress of the establishment, Amy, is known to bring water bowls out for visiting dogs, and her deep knowledge of the current short but enticing menu is helpful when choosing what to order. Entrées have an international flair and some of the regular options, like shrimp street tacos, are tweaked with different sauces each week, such as lemon-garlic, mango, and even "German-inspired" during the Oktoberfest season. Regular items on the menu include an Argentinian steak salad with chimichurri, house mac and cheese with seven kinds of cheese, and Vietnamese bahn mi sandwich (available with pulled chicken, pork shoulder, or jackfruit or tofu for vegetarians).

Dessert Dinner Eclectic Fodor's Choice Lunch Pet Friendly $

Quick Facts

19 S. Main St.
Joseph, Oregon  97846, USA

208-610–4932

lovethedogspot.com

Known For:
  • Weekly changing menu
  • Engaged, innovative, and talented chef
  • Amazing homemade desserts, including hummingbird cake
Restaurant Details:
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.–Wed. Sept.–May; Tues. and Wed. Jun.–Aug.; and mid-Oct.–mid-Nov.

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