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Hayward

$31 to $50
Farm-to-table
209 N Kutch St, Carlton, OR 97111

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Hayward

4.8
$31 to $50
Farm-to-table
Carlton

Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 11 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Charming

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From the OpenTable editors: After a day of tasting Pinot in the Willamette Valley, Hayward is where you'll want to post up for dinner. Led by chef Kari Shaughnessy, the team breaks down whole animals, pickles vegetables, bakes sourdough, and crafts a simple but ambitious menu that makes it a standout in the region. The restaurant, now located in charming Carlton, even snagged James Beard nominations in 2023 and 2024, shining a spotlight on Oregon wine country's culinary bounty.

Executive chef: Kari Shaughnessy

Philosophy

An enriching culinary experience, we set out to create delicious dinners while following a strict ethos on sourcing. We hold close relationships with all of our farmers and ranchers, making a uniquely personal menu. Dishes change weekly based on what is available on the farm and in the larder. While everything is sourced in a tight radius, the flavors are inspired by our travels and memories.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (503) 687-3605
  • Website
    https://haywardrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner or a full garden party, we’ll make it yours. Every detail—from the menu to the cocktails to the vibe—is customizable. Prefer to stay put? We’ll pack up the Hayward spirit and bring it to you. Off-site dinners, pop-ups, celebrations—the sky is the limit!
  • Location
    209 N Kutch St, Carlton, OR 97111
  • Award-winning
    1. OpenTable Icons 2026
    2. OpenTable Icons 2025
    3. OpenTable Icons 2024
  • Description
    Hayward offers “New Northwest” cuisine built on hyper-local, hyper-seasonal ingredients, transformed through fermentation, whole-animal butchery, and zero-waste practices. The ever-changing menu celebrates peak seasonality, creating dishes that feel both fresh and familiar.In Carlton, Oregon, the 70-seat dinner only restaurant opens Wednesday–Saturday at 4:30 pm, spread across six distinct spaces named like rooms in a home: sip on the Porch, circle the Bar’s brick fireplace, tuck into the Living Room’s cozy banquettes, gather in the main Dining Room, share the Kitchen’s communal banquette, or linger on the covered Garden patio.Chef/Owner Kari, who left Michelin kitchens in San Francisco to get closer to the source, has become a rising star in Oregon wine country. Hayward was a James Beard finalist for Best New Restaurant in 2024, and Kari followed as a semifinalist for Best Chef (NW & Pacific) in 2025.
  • Neighborhood
    Carlton
  • Cross street
    Kutch and Main
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

All Experiences

  • Large Party Kickback

    6 - 20 people

    Multiple dates available
    For parties of six or more, we roll out the Kickback Menu—a family-style feast curated by our kitchen, served at a set price per guest. It’s generous, seasonal, and meant to be shared. We’re happy to accommodate most food allergies or dietary needs with advance notice—just give us a heads-up when you book or call us a couple of days before you plan to dine. Day-of substitutions are not guaranteed. 🙏
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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Hayward.

4.8

4.8
(430)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Portland / Oregon

    Innovative

  • Willamette Valley

    Best Overall

  • Willamette Valley

    Best Food

  • Willamette Valley

    Best Service

  • Willamette Valley

    Best Ambiance

  • Willamette Valley

    Best Value

  • Willamette Valley

    Healthy

  • Willamette Valley

    Neighborhood gem

  • Willamette Valley

    Great for fine wines

  • Willamette Valley

    Lively

  • Willamette Valley

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hayward offers a "really special" dining experience with "exceptional" food and "impeccable" service. Set in a charming old firehouse, the restaurant showcases seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients. The "kick back" menu is highly recommended, featuring creative dishes like spot prawn carpaccio and focaccia. Overall, Hayward is a "must-visit" in the Willamette Valley.
430 Reviews

  1. Chuck

    Seattle30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great, creative dishes and cocktails. Excellent wine list. Attentive service. If I had to nitpick, a couple dishes were over-salted. Excited to go back and try the Kivk Back chef's menu.

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  2. Todd

    Portland20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, Hayward delivers an outstanding dining experience. Every course was great and service is always professional and personable. Maggie and Anthony at the bar always go above and beyond to make new and inventive cocktails and their creativity pays off. Highly recommend booking an Airbnb and making a weekend of it in Carlton. It's a great little town and Hayward is elevating the dining scene.

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  3. laurie

    Portland20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful area with nice music at a good level of volume. Good bar, drinks were good and worth the money. Excellent service all through our meal. Nice wine list…good prices. The food was just ok! Nothing extraordinary. A little pricey for what it was. Glad we went but won’t go back.

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  4. Brian

    Las Vegas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, great presentation. I will be going there again.

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  5. Jim

    Portland33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great staff, great restaurant. The music is a little louder than I would like, but maybe that’s cause I’m getting older. But fresh dishes, well balanced, very thoughtful execution. It is a little expensive, but you could also argue. It’s probably worth it.

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  6. fred

    San Francisco7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service, pleasant staff. Can't wait to return

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  7. Graham

    Portland4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    ★★★★★ An outstanding meal from start to finish. The service was exceptional, the Bloody Mary martini was fantastic, and the house made pasta was a standout. What makes Hayward particularly special is how beautifully it captures this time of year. The fall ingredients, seasonal flavors, and thoughtful preparation make the meal feel genuinely connected to the Willamette Valley and everything this region has to offer. There’s a creativity and sense of place here that you don’t find just anywhere. A really special restaurant, and an easy five stars.

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  8. Lexi

    Portland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hayward is amazing! We've celebrated our business anniversary here three years in a row now and it never disappoints. Incredible experience from beginning to end. Can not recommend enough.

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  9. Tracy

    Hawaii2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was such a delightful experience from start to finish. Easy to park, welcoming and attentive staff and delicious food. We chose the Kick Back experience and are really happy we did. Both of us were laughing at how we tried to keep the sourdough focaccia with butter around as long as possible by taking smaller and smaller bites. I cannot recommend Hayward enough.

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  10. Diane

    Portland7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best variety of flavors carefully layered in each dish! Amazing!Delicious!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (503) 687-3605
  • Website
    https://haywardrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner or a full garden party, we’ll make it yours. Every detail—from the menu to the cocktails to the vibe—is customizable. Prefer to stay put? We’ll pack up the Hayward spirit and bring it to you. Off-site dinners, pop-ups, celebrations—the sky is the limit!
  • Location
    209 N Kutch St, Carlton, OR 97111
  • Award-winning
    1. OpenTable Icons 2026
    2. OpenTable Icons 2025
    3. OpenTable Icons 2024
  • Description
    Hayward offers “New Northwest” cuisine built on hyper-local, hyper-seasonal ingredients, transformed through fermentation, whole-animal butchery, and zero-waste practices. The ever-changing menu celebrates peak seasonality, creating dishes that feel both fresh and familiar.In Carlton, Oregon, the 70-seat dinner only restaurant opens Wednesday–Saturday at 4:30 pm, spread across six distinct spaces named like rooms in a home: sip on the Porch, circle the Bar’s brick fireplace, tuck into the Living Room’s cozy banquettes, gather in the main Dining Room, share the Kitchen’s communal banquette, or linger on the covered Garden patio.Chef/Owner Kari, who left Michelin kitchens in San Francisco to get closer to the source, has become a rising star in Oregon wine country. Hayward was a James Beard finalist for Best New Restaurant in 2024, and Kari followed as a semifinalist for Best Chef (NW & Pacific) in 2025.
  • Neighborhood
    Carlton
  • Cross street
    Kutch and Main
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

For a lively night, Saturday evenings are popular and often fill up; if you prefer a quieter visit, guests report Thursday early evenings can be noticeably less crowded.

Yes, Hayward's warm, intimate rooms (Porch, Living Room, bar fireplace) and wine-forward, multi-course dining make it a popular choice for date nights and special evenings.

Yes, Hayward has a covered Garden patio for outdoor dining, and multiple guests describe sitting outside and enjoying the patio.

Hayward feels warm and thoughtfully layered, six distinct, home‑like rooms (Porch, Bar, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, and a covered Garden patio) create an intimate, low‑lit dining experience with an open kitchen presence.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, neat clothing is appropriate and nothing formal is required.

Yes, families are welcome: the team has prepared a kids’ pasta for a four‑year‑old, and reviewers report whole-family parties (from teens to grandparents) enjoying the meal together.

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Hayward

4.8
$31 to $50
Farm-to-table
Carlton

Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
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