The Stand

The Stand - Seaside, Oregon

Date - Most recently, May 24, 2009

Background - The Stand was discovered my my in-laws well over a decade ago when they started spending many weekends in Seaside. I've been at least a dozen times over the years and look forward to a meal there every time we are at the coast.

Atmosphere - Umm...you definitely don't go for the atmosphere (it's pretty basic) but the food and service more than make up for the lack of ambiance. There are a few outside tables which are nice on a sunny day.

Service - Very attentive and friendly with no small town attitude. My only critique is their hours of operation and days of the week change frequently and often doesn't seem to accommodate a weekend visitor in need of a taco fix.

Drink - Your standard soda fountain options and a couple of Mexican beers.

Food - The best Mexican in at least 100 miles and ranks up there in the top 5 Mexican spots in the northwest in my opinion. My favorite is the carne asada tacos (with a side of extra corn tortillas) but I've had the veggie quesadilla, rice and bean burrito and a few other items and have never been disappointed.

Verdict - A must stop if you find yourself on the North Oregon Coast. Not fancy, but very satisfying. 4 stars.