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Astoria’s
historic roots can be found
in everyday locations throughout the city. Pier 11 is part of
Astoria’s unique past and offers a glimpse into the wonderful heritage
of this town. The Flavel family, whose influence from the 1800s
continues to shape Astoria today, constructed the original $70,000
wharf and warehouse.
Captain George Flavel was a bar pilot and successful entrepreneur who controlled much of Astoria’s waterfront. His state-of-the-art Queen Anne style home is still standing on 8th Street and is owned by the Clatsop County Historical Society. The house offers public tours daily.  In 1919 Pier 11 was purchased by George W. Sanborn & Sons who were another major stakeholder of Astoria’s waterfront. In 1944 the warehouse was remodeled by the Lower Columbia Cooperative Dairy Association and was used as a feed mill plant until the building was abandoned in 1968. In the early days, horses and trucks pulled through the main mall where feed was unloaded. In the late 1970’s Darrel Davis and George Brugh remodeled the structure and converted it into a restaurant, lounge, and Astoria’s first interior shopping mall. However, you can still see the influences of the feed mill plant through the main hall. Today visitors continue to visit Pier 11 for its fine riverview dining at the Pier 11 Steak House, and exciting nightlife at Lounge 11. They feature five star Northwest cuisine, award winning bartenders, the coldest martinis in town and an extensive wine list. The new dance floor promises a vibrant, colorful evening of fun for adults of all ages. An excellent choice for a special celebration or private event, not to mention catering for groups up to 200 people. Considered the "Locals' Favorite," the restaurant and lounge pride itself on being your place on the water. Article by Cyndi Mudge, CoastFood Magazine
Pier 11 research by John Goodenberger, noted local historian and Clatsop County Historical Society |
