KCEDA Recruits upscale tap house & food-cart pavilion to develop in Downtown

Although the final development concept has since been modified, this image show the original design KCEDA put together with Carriage Works when promoting the location for consideration to General Duffy’s. Many of the characteristics of this original design will be present once the development is complete.

KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. – Off the corner of Esplanade and Spring Street, “imagine” no more - Today, the Klamath County Economic Development Association (KCEDA) announced that the ownership of General Duffy’s Waterhole (Redmond, OR) has entered into an agreement with the Klamath County Board of Commissioners to purchase the former MedoBel site.

The site will now be used for the future development of a state-of-the-art tap room and food cart pavilion. Once the Klamath Falls location is complete, it will be a year-round, family-friendly destination that offers several delicious food and beverage options. Additionally, the facility will function as a regular gathering point for entertainment and activities, standing as a hallmark venue that presents the height of community spirit, energetically symbolizing Klamath’s place-making potential.

In 2019, the Robertson family (owners of General Duffy’s), won the top prize for most “Significant Contribution to Neighborhood Economy” at the Building a Better Central Oregon Awards.

Speaking on behalf of his family and co-owners at General Duffy’s, Dick Robertson spoke about his enthusiasm for the project, stating, “We could not be more excited to have our next location open in Klamath Falls. This development would not be possible had it not been for the amazing assistance KCEDA provided our family. We have already begun discussions with local contractors and look forward to determining a construction start date in the near future.”