Is Pendleton home to the oldest bar in Oregon? There might be a tie.

by admin June 19, 2023

written by admin June 19, 2023

The Rainbow Cafe has been located in the same building in downtown Pendleton since 1883. It's one of the oldest bars in Oregon. The Rainbow Cafe during the late 1800s, when it was known as the State Saloon. The Rainbow shown in a 2009 file photo, where it's clear not much has changed. In the mornings, the Rainbow Cafe caters to a breakfast crowd. The Rainbow Cafe has been located in the same building in downtown Pendleton since 1883. It's one of the oldest bars in Oregon. A 2015 file photo of the Rainbow Cafe shows that not much changes, besides maybe the beer prices. Beth Nakamura/Staff The walls of The Rainbow Cafe are lined with photos from past Pendleton Roundups and other rodeos. The Rainbow Cafe has been located in the same building in downtown Pendleton since 1883. The neon lights date to at least the 1960s. It's one of the oldest bars in Oregon. The Rainbow Cafe as seen in 2009. Not much has changed.