We're back at Eagle Crest Resort near Bend, OR. Our 4th or 5th stay at this really comfortable get-away resort. Many people traipse all the way to Bend to dine out when just a few miles away (10 minutes) Redmond offers some of the best...meals and dining experiences anywhere. We dine at The Brickhouse Restaurant in Redmond every trip. It's been two years since we have visited and figured, it's Monday evening about 6pm we shouldn't need reservations. To our surprise the restaurant was bustling with business, full bar, almost (thankfully) full dining area ans we squeaked in with no reservations. Seated, we immediately ordered our Absolute Martinis up, olive as the warm bed arrived. The martinis are large with a hint of ice slivers floating, and dry as ordered. We asked our server Natasha how the tomatoes were since we thought about the Caprese salad, she said she'd check with the kitchen. Tomatoes were not a problem, basil was, we ordered the Caesar instead. We split the 10oz. Filet Mignon and with the salad it was morte than enough. The baked potato was large and with butter and sour cream was a great treat. Broccoli and brazed fingerling carrots were included. In a historic old brick building (check the plaque outside) the ambiance is wonderful, You can carry on a conversation with no problem and enjoy the 'buzz' of a busy restaurant to boot. The whole crew makes dining fun and you feel as if you're a regular. Who says you can't go back to a wonderful restaurant and not still be amazed at how good it is. BTW they have a sister restaurant in Bend at the Mill, if you just have to go that far. The Brickhouse in Redmond is closer, to our hearts. Try it.More