Day one of our Walla Walla itinerary was about getting into town, getting settled, and getting rested up for a great day in Walla Walla Wine Country. Start day two of your Walla Walla itinerary with the most important meal:
Breakfast at Bacon & Eggs
(it’s more than a breakfast mainstay, and they serve hard alcohol at 8 am).
People:
Michelle & Michelle run this incredible breakfast/brunch joint. Front of the House Michelle makes the best French75 we have ever consumed in triplicate (did we mention they serve hard alcohol at 8 am?), and Back of the House Michelle runs an exceptionally consistent kitchen that churns out inspired Migas, over-the-top French Toast, and the most sensational Breakfast Sandwich in the history of Breakfast Sandwiches.
Menu:
Show up early on the weekends to enjoy a seasonally appropriate fresh pastry (cinnamon rolls, scones, etc.). Our go-to breakfast is the Papas Pastores (do yourself a favor and add eggs), but we’ve been known to dabble in Breakfast Sandwiches, Benedicts, and custom-to-order scrambles a time or two.
Drinks:
The Morning Paper (it’s not what it sounds like), the above-mentioned French75, and French Toast Shots… not necessarily in that order.
Heads up:
There’s a line out the door from the time they open at 8 am until roughly 11 am, so get in early if you don’t want to wait too long for your breakfast.
Shop Downtown
From a throwback record store to home goods, books and toys to fashion and more, there’s something for everybody! Whether you’re looking for a handmade accessory to compliment your dinner attire, need to bring home gifts for the kids, or would like to get lost in a vacation-worthy novel over the weekend, Walla Walla’s historic downtown has you covered.
Take a left out of B&E:
Studio Opal
Walla Walla Clothing Co.
the Showroom on Colville
Then, cross Main Street:
Hot Poop
Book & Game
Sweet Water Paper Company
SNACKS
Fuel up for the afternoon of your Walla Walla itinerary with a stop at the Colville St. Patisserie.
A handcrafted latte, Walla Walla Roastery cold brew, or hot cocoa with homemade whip cream is just what you need.
Plus grab a savory or sweet treat to fill up for face the rest of the day.
Their wide variety of pastries are absolutely delicious.
GET OUTSIDE
Play 9 holes of golf at Wine Valley Golf Club. You’ll hate us for suggesting it.
The course:
Dan Hixon design, beautiful rolling hills, multiple lines of play, and what one avid golfer described to us as “greens as hard as concrete” to test your putting skills. If you are “long and wrong”, you might need to buy an extra sleeve of golf balls, as traipsing through the fescue to find an errant drive will add precious hours to your playing time! If you aren’t that long, never fear – the fairways are kept in excellent condition and you’ll get a ton of roll from a well-placed drive.
Heads up:
Click here to explore their current rates.
And don’t pass on the cart. This course is looooooooooooong.
What’s a Walla Walla Itinerary without wine tasting?
After whacking around in the fescue for the past 2+ hours, unwind and relax while experiencing the beauty of the scenery (and the incredibly age-worthy wines) at Long Shadows Vintners.
Quick history:
Founded by Washington State wine visionary Allen Shoup, Long Shadows Vintners is a collection of ultra-premium Columbia Valley wines that are crafted by some of the world’s most legendary winemakers, including director of winemaking and viticulture Gilles Nicault, Phillipe Melka, Randy Dunn, and Michel Roland.
Wines you won’t want to miss:
You can’t go wrong with any of them, and the Portfolio Tasting includes a sampling of all their available wines. Our personal favorites are the Poet’s Leap Riesling and Sequel Syrah.
Heads up:
The tasting fee is refundable with a minimum purchase.
Reservations at Long Shadows are required, so book your tasting in advance.
GO BIG: DINNER AT SAFFRON MEDITERRANEAN KITCHEN
If you’re looking for incredible ambiance and bold flavors, make a reservation at Saffron.
Menu:
Here, dishes celebrate inspiration from the Mediterranean with the fantastic, fresh ingredients of the Pacific Northwest. His creative, craveable dishes have earned Chef Chris Ainsworth multiple James Beard nominations, making this a must-visit for any foodie.
Drink:
They also offer a wonderful cocktail menu and wine list, with an extremely knowledgeable staff to help guide your selections.
Heads Up:
Reservations highly recommended and can be made here.
…and A SHOW
Drive across the border to the M&F Drive-In Theater.
Brief History:
Take a quick 10-minute drive into the state of Oregon and you’ll arrive at the M&F Drive-In Theater. Locally owned and operated by Dick and Loretta Spiess and their family since 1961, the M&F Drive-In Theater has provided Walla Walla-area residents and visitors with affordable and charming entertainment for nearly 60 years. It is one of only four drive-in theaters left in the state of Oregon (and only 325 or so remain in the United States). Channel your favorite character from Grease!, rent a convertible for the night if you’re feeling frisky, and make this a must-stop on your itinerary for the nostalgia, if nothing else.
The Schedule:
Every Friday-Monday, the M&F Drive-In Theater features two different movies starting at dusk. Arrive around 7:30 when gates open to get the perfect parking spot, set up your lawn chairs and/or your picnic blanket in the bed of your truck, and grab a snack from their snack bar.
Plan to spend: $20-$30 on tickets and snacks.
With Day Two behind you (and what a full day it was!) it’s time to rest up for Sunday, Funday!