Bowpicker and Custard King part of "The 20 best things to do in Astoria, where the mighty Columbia River meets the ocean" which appeared in print edition Sunday Oregonian 10/25/2020
Bowpicker
Serving fried chunks of meaty albacore tuna
out of an old gillnet boat on the sidewalk in Astoria,Bowpicker might be
the most recognizable fish and chips spots on the coast – and one of the most
beloved. Hours of operation can sometimes be erratic and lines are a given, but
all efforts are rewarded with a good basket of fried fish.
Generally open 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday,
11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday (for day-to-day closures and current hours of operation
visit bowpicker.com); 1634 Duane St., Astoria; 503-791-2942
Custard King
Driving through downtown Astoria, it’s hard
to miss Custard King. Under a big, neon ice cream cone, the
walk-up restaurant serves up burgers, fries and, of course, custard – either in
a cone, dressed up as a sundae or blended into a milkshake. Outdoor seating is
less appealing in the rain, so show up on a clear day if you can.
Open 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Wednesday-Monday; 1597 Commercial St., Astoria; 503-741-3433
