Country Bill's

Country Bill's was also known for its Brat Pack era decor, including red clamshell booths, mood lighting supplied by electric candles, metallic wallpaper and wood paneling.

[2] The menu included prime rib, razor clams, and steelhead; meals were accompanied by soup or salad and a potato as sides.

[1] Ownership stayed within the family, eventually transferring to Craig Thomas, one of Ron's two sons, both of whom worked in the restaurant for numerous years.

[1] Following the restaurant's closing in 2012, the building underwent interior and exterior renovation, resulting in two spaces for future tenants, one of which has been confirmed as a dental office.

Waterhouse stated "time travel" was Country Bill's form of entertainment, noting its red vinyl booths, wood paneling and "white-haired" clientele.

[3] In his review, Michael Russell described CB's Lounge's red clamshell booths, electric candles and the servers "who alternate between alarmingly fresh-faced and downright sassy".

[1][13] According to Craig Thomas, the family's formula for success included a hard work ethic, loyal staff and a "common-sense approach" to business.

[5][14] The Oregonian wrote about Country Bill's last days in articles about local restaurant and economic news, noting the business's longevity.

A stone and brick building with a white sign that reads "Country Bill's Restaurant" and "Cocktails" in red neon lighting, then "Steaks" and "Seafood" in black text, followed by "Parking in Rear" in red text
The restaurant in August 2012, one month before closing