Backfire Station – American
Stepping into this high-octane retreat feels like pulling into a vintage pit stop, where the air is thick with the savory aroma of sizzling griddles and the nostalgic charm of the open road. The kitchen revs up bold, adventurous flavors through creatively named classics like the towering Baja 1000 and the playful Spam-A-Lot, offering a spirited dining experience that celebrates the heart of Americana. Each dish serves as a flavorful tribute to racing culture, inviting guests to refuel in a vibrant space where grit meets gourmet comfort.
911 Southwest Court Avenue, Pendleton OR 97801 https://backfirestation.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Diet fit at Backfire Station
Dairy-Free at Backfire Station
Backfire Station in Pendleton has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including The Baja 500. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Backfire Station
Backfire Station in Pendleton has 3 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Baja 500, Roadside Diner Side Salad and Fire Tonic. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Backfire Station
Backfire Station in Pendleton has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Baja 500, Fire Tonic and Quilters Irish Death. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Backfire Station
Backfire Station in Pendleton has 7 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Baja 500, Roadside Diner Side Salad and Fire Tonic. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Backfire Station
Backfire Station in Pendleton has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Busch Dog Brew. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Backfire Station
Backfire Station in Pendleton has 3 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Baja 500, Quilters Irish Death and Busch Dog Brew. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at Backfire Station
Backfire Station in Pendleton has 1 paleo-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fire Tonic. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at Backfire Station
Backfire Station in Pendleton has 7 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Baja 500, Roadside Diner Side Salad and Fire Tonic. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Backfire Station
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Trail Taco #2 | 68.3 g | 44.6 g |
| The Guzzi Burger | 86.8 g | 41.9 g |
| Ultimate Dog | 20 g | 39 g |
| The Tom Burger | 72.3 g | 35.5 g |
| The Baja 1000 | 64.3 g | 31.5 g |
| The Champion Burger | 9.4 g | 21.9 g |
| Trail Taco #1 | 59.5 g | 19 g |
| Roadside Diner Side Salad | 34.8 g | 17.9 g |
| Spam-A-Lot | 36.6 g | 14.9 g |
| B.L.T | 13.9 g | 12.6 g |
| The Baja 500 | 48.3 g | 8.8 g |
| Busch Dog Brew | 31.9 g | 8.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners at Backfire celebrate the impressive food quality, frequently praising the fresh and savory flavors that define the menu. Guests love the relaxed vibe of the space and highlight the prompt, attentive service
Menu
Parade Lap (Starters)
- Knobbies - $12: Sausage bites, cheddar & monterey jack cheese chunks, pretzel bites, sweet-hot mustard Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spark Plugs - $10: 5 homemade cream cheese stuffed jalapeño peppers, wrapped in bacon, smoked, side of ranch Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spam-A-Lot - $9: Skewers of pan fried Spam, pineapple, candied jalapeños, teriyaki sauce, Sriracha sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Green Flag (Salads)
- Roadside Diner Side Salad - $7: Iceberg lettuce, black olives, pickled beets, shredded cheese, sunflower seeds, choice of dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Baja 1000 - $15: Iceberg lettuce, grilled chicken, sauteed onions & peppers, black olives, avocado, corn-jalapeño mix, shredded cheese, side of salsa & chips Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Baja 500 - $11: Smaller version of the Baja 1000 salad, side of salsa & chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Event
- Ultimate Dog - $13: Sausage on a grilled bun with kraut, onions, peppers, melted cheddar cheese, side of red potato salad or coleslaw Available at: dinner, lunch
- Merica' Dog - $9: American style hot dog on a Pioneer Bun, side of red potato salad or coleslaw Available at: dinner, lunch
- B.L.T - $12: Bacon, lettuce, fresh sliced tomatoes, toasted white bread, mayo, side of red potato salad or coleslaw Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- B.L.A.T.O - $15: Bacon, lettuce, tomato, sliced onions, avocado, bacon jam, side of red potato salad or coleslaw Available at: dinner, lunch
- Trail Taco #1 - $14: 3 grilled flour or corn tacos, carne asada beef, melted cheese, corn-jalapeño mix, green onions, lime-chile sauce, side of salsa & chips Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Trail Taco #2 - $14: 3 grilled flour or corn tacos, pork belly, pico apple pineapple salsa, avocado, green onions, cotija cheese, sweet Hawaiian sauce, side of salsa & chips Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Good Tread Flatbread - $16: Grilled chicken, bacon jam base, roasted red and yellow tomatoes, caramelized onions, 5 cheese blend, choice of regular or GF sweet potato crust Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Tom Burger - $14: 1/3 pound Wagyu beef patty, melted white cheddar, classic bun Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Guzzi Burger - $16: 1/3 pound Wagyu beef patty, red wine sauteed mushrooms, caramelized onions, garlic aioli, melted white cheddar, leafy greens Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Champion Burger - $17: 1/3 pound Wagyu beef patty, house-made smoked jalapeño poppers, ranch, iceberg lettuce Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Lubricants (Beverages)
- Prodigal Son Beer Named Sue - $7: On Tap Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Prodigal Son Ella IPA - $7: On Tap Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Prodigal Son Huckleberry Wheat - $7: Seasonal fruit ale with wild huckleberries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Quilters Irish Death - $7.5: Dark ale with hints of chocolate Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal
- Busch Dog Brew - $5: Beer for your dog Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Renal
- Mimosa - $9: Orange or Pineapple
- Soda - $3: Free refills
- Fire Tonic - $4: House specialty tonic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Backfire Station
- Is Backfire Station dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Backfire Station has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including The Baja 500.
- What can I eat at Backfire Station on a dairy-free diet?
- The Baja 500 carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Backfire Station have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including The Baja 500 and Fire Tonic.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Backfire Station?
- Trail Taco #2, at roughly 44.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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