about us
History
The lovely church building that houses Grace and Hammer was completed in 1912 and declared an historic site in 1976. It has housed congregations, classes, a dance studio, weddings, events, and now our pizzeria! A couple from Texas bought the building in 2019. They and two friends from Texas moved to Redmond to create Grace and Hammer. The founder's concepts for reusing and modernizing the old building while maintaining its historic shape and feel was realized. They and the original employees (some of whom are now leading the G and H team) were instrumental in helping create the menu, the cocktails, and the atmosphere at Grace and Hammer.
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And, the journey continues. In mid-2025, the founders/managers decided they wanted to sell the business and property to return to their Texas roots. So, in early 2026 a group of five long-term friends from Central Oregon purchased Grace and Hammer. Because of the love of the place and the love of our guests, the existing staff continues to run the restaurant. Most of the crew has been with Grace and Hammer for years and years, some since the restaurant first opened six years ago!
With this experienced and passionate team and the small group of owners---two local entrepreneurs (one with restaurant experience), a landscape company manager, a neo-natal intensive care nurse, and a community consultant---Grace and Hammer will keep serving great gourmet pizza, delectable desserts, and tasty ales and specialty drinks all with the continued homespun professionalism that has built a legion of dedicated guests. We invite you to come in and experience the Grace and Hammer tradition of goodness!
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The name Grace and Hammer is our representation of the best way to get through life and be a part of your community. Work with grace, kindness, and openness. And, when you or someone you care about periodically gets hammered with life's challenges, you meet this with grace. In this regard, we offer more than just a place to eat. We want our guests to experience good company and good cheer, with us doing what we can to give community members---families, friends old and new, and colleagues alike---the time and place to share great food.
Grace and Hammer also happens to be the building. A graceful old church building was refurbished with glass and steel, through sweat and tears (but mostly sweat). This marriage of old and new created a thriving space for our community to enjoy. We hope to share this with you soon.
key players
The Grace and Hammer tradition continues, as the new managers are part of the team that has worked here since the restaurant opened. Nikki, Russell, Payton and the gang are continuing the legacy!
Stay Tuned for Upcoming NEWS about the Owners and Staff!