Sterling's Restaurants are premier and authentic American Restaurants that have been proudly serving the Tri-City area and beyond for over 40 years. Since then, our mission has been to provide high-quality food for all those that wish to combine fun and enjoyable ambiance with skillful cooking into one extraordinary dining experience, anytime of day.
Tri‑Cities Events & Entertainment Itineraries
The Tri-Cities is a hub of energy and excitement
From electrifying concerts and thrilling sporting events to vibrant festivals and cultural celebrations, there's always something to see and do.
Rodeo Family Fun
Day 1: Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo
- Morning: Arrive in the Tri-Cities and check into your accommodation, then grab a hearty breakfast at local favorite Sterling’s Restaurant.
- Lunch: Grab lunch at one of the many food vendors at the fair, enjoying plenty of kid-friendly options like corn dogs, nachos, and fresh lemonade.
- Afternoon: Spend the morning exploring the fairgrounds at the Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo. Enjoy the various exhibits, animal barns, and kid-friendly activities like the petting zoo and pony rides.
- Evening: Stay for the evening entertainment, which often includes live music, the Demolition Derby, or the rodeo, the Horse Heaven Round-Up!
Day 2: Explore Richland & Pasco
- Morning: Head to Anthony’s at Columbia Point in Richland for a scenic breakfast by the river, followed by a visit to Howard Amon Park. Kids can enjoy the playgrounds, and you can take a family walk along the river.
- Lunch: Enjoy a unique dining experience at Monterosso’s Italian Restaurant, in a historic train car in Richland.
- Afternoon: Explore the REACH Museum in Richland, which offers interactive exhibits about the Columbia Basin’s natural and cultural history, followed by a visit to Sacajawea State Park in Pasco, the site where Lewis & Clark camped with their interpreter Sacajawea in 1805. Visit the Sacajawea Interpretive Center, see the story circle sculptures, and the kids can play while you enjoy the scenic views.
- Evening: Enjoy a casual dinner in Richland at Atomic Ale Brewpub & Eatery, with options for both kids and adults.
Day 3: Explore Kennewick
- Morning: Start your day with breakfast at The Country Mercantile, known for its delicious pastries and farm-fresh goodies, then visit the Gesa Carousel of Dreams in Kennewick for some classic fun. Kids will love the beautifully restored carousel and nearby playground.
- Lunch: Have lunch in Kennewick at the family-friendly Ice Harbor Brewing Company. They offer great pub fare and root beer for the kids.
- Afternoon: Pay a visit to the 9/11 World Trade Center Memorial Monument in Kennewick, or the kids are up for it, take a quick trip to the East Benton County Historical Museum in Kennewick to learn more about local history.
- Evening: Before leaving the Tri-Cities, enjoy a final family dinner at the cozy Sage Port Grille, known for its welcoming atmosphere and tasty comfort food.
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Sterling's Restaurants are premier and authentic American Restaurants that have been proudly serving the Tri-City area and beyond for over 40 years. Since then, our mission has been to provide high-quality food for all those that wish to combine fun and enjoyable ambiance with skillful cooking into one extraordinary dining experience, anytime of day.
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Sterling's Restaurants are premier and authentic American Restaurants that have been proudly serving the Tri-City area and beyond for over 40 years. Since then, our mission has been to provide high-quality food for all those that wish to combine fun and enjoyable ambiance with skillful cooking into one extraordinary dining experience, anytime of day!
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Overlooking the Columbia Point Marina and sits adjacent to Richland's Marina Park. Our menu features fresh Northwest seafood and produce and serves lunch and dinner daily. The view of the Columbia River provides a beautiful backdrop for your dining experience.
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Tri-Cities secret antique railroad dining car. Since 1995. We are committed to providing you with fresh and flavorful dishes both traditional and beyond. Excellent local & Italian Wine. Lunch, Dinner, Takeout, Delivery. Monterosso's Italian Restaurant.
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Explore the story of the Mid-Columbia River Region at the REACH Museum.
Perched along the Columbia River in Richland, the REACH Museum connects visitors to the landscapes, people, and discoveries that have shaped this place—from Ice Age floods and Indigenous stewardship to agriculture, energy, and modern science.
Visitors can engage with interactive exhibits and hands-on learning opportunities or explore the scenic trails and shoreline accessible directly from the museum grounds.
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Experience the beauty of the Columbia-Snake River Confluence at Sacajawea State Park! Explore the park grounds where the Lewis & Clark Expedition camped on their epic journey. Discover the rich cultural history of the Columbia Plateau at the Sacajawea Interpretive Center. Stroll through the Story Circles art installation by acclaimed artist Maya Lin, which celebrates the traditions and culture of the Columbia Plateau People. Join us for fun programs and activities year-round! Launch motorized and non-motorized watercraft for excellent fishing and water sports, or enjoy shore fishing and wildlife watching. Picnic and relax at this Tri-Cities oasis!
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Scientific proof that flavor does exist! Hand-crafted ales & wood-fired hand-tossed pizza. Homemade soups & salads appetizers specialty entrees & desserts.
Highlighting Hanford & regional history. Family friendly with table games. Tri-Cities original brewpub since 1997.
Try our Half-Life Hefeweizen Atomic Amber Plutonium Porter International Proton Pale Ale or others.
Taste our Bratwurst Bites Atomic Ale'd Red Potato Soup Godfather Pizza or B-Reactor Brownie.
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Experience the Tri-Cities' one of a kind Chocolate Factory. We specialize in decadent hand-dipped chocolate leaving your mouth watering and wanting more. Our gourmet section is one of the largest in the northwest with a wide variety of jams jellies pickled products dressing and so much more. In our gift department you will find a wide variety of home decor and just that little something to take home for a great souvenir.
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Start now to create your own family memories and traditions. The Gesa Carousel of Dreams is the Tri-Cities ultimate historic destination for all generations young and old. Open year round the carousel features concessions and state of the art banquet facilities.
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Ice Harbor Brewing Company is the Tri-Cities premier brewery and is located in a renovated historic building in downtown Kennewick. Our quaint pub features an antique bar rescued from Spokane indoor seating for 65 and outdoor seating for 24. We serve award-winning beers along with pub "grub".
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Located in Kennewick's oldest park and home to our world famous petrified wood floor we collect and share the history heritage and culture of east Benton County. Our exhibits and programs celebrate our area's rich history and its broader connections to southeastern Washington and the Pacific Northwest.
































