Wow, how can a small food truck offer such big punches of delicious desserts?! Their thumbprint…read morecookies? Deliciously buttery with sweet sweet jam. Their cream puffs? Get out of here! And, OMG, their s'mores cookie?! THEIR S'MORES COOKIE! Just stop. This may be a bold thing I am about to say here, but I think they make the best macarons in town. The flavour profiles are some of the most unique flavours I have ever seen packed into a cookie. This dessert truck is small but mighty. Can't recommend this place enough for everyone with a sweet tooth.

Great cart with a fun selection of foods! Burgers, sandwiches with amazing desserts…read more I got a test burger; peanut butter, bacon, egg, omg it was perfectly balanced and delicious.

Wow! I could come here every and order something different each time for a year or more and still…read moremiss something! I can't describe everything but cakes, cookies, and pies, oh my! There is candy, ice cream and coffee, oh yes! So much, so little time to get to it all. But I'll try because I will be coming back again and again. Cozy ambiance with friendly service.

Amazing desserts Vegan also…read more Creative and delicious Cakes, pastries and other sweets

Roasted leg of lamb sandwich with arugula and sun-dried tomatoes on toasted sourdough is some kind…read moreof deliciousness for lunch on a sunny day with a side of Topochico and espresso for an espresso tonic in the sun. Thanks to Dillon who sliced the baguette for me to take home. Always love the ambience of the flowers looking so casually gorgeous and the happy plants thriving in their spaces. Picked up three different cookies as a quick thank you for the professional staff team over at Pacific Photo for helping with some urgent business yesterday.

Loved the lemon raspberry cupcake Looking forward to…read moretrying more of these goodies. I'll be back

There are restaurants that seduce you with promise, and others that test your patience before…read morerevealing their intent. Lion & Owl, on this particular morning, proved to be both--a place of evident talent, yet uneven discipline, where flashes of brilliance are offset by lapses that no serious kitchen should permit. Let us begin with the triumph. The buckwheat pancakes arrive not merely as breakfast, but as a composition. A stack of admirable loft and structure--evidence of a properly developed batter, handled with restraint and precision. The crumb is airy yet resilient, each bite yielding gently before dissolving into a delicate nuttiness inherent to buckwheat. A caramelized banana sauce pools generously, glossy and fragrant, its sweetness tempered by the cultured tang of crème fraîche. Toasted coconut chips scatter across the top like crisp punctuation, lending both aroma and texture. This is cooking that understands balance--sweetness checked by acidity, softness lifted by crunch, comfort elevated by technique. It is, quite simply, a five out of five dish. The kitchen, here, remembers what it means to nourish and delight. And then--alas--we encounter its counterpoint. The mushroom brioche toast, in conception, should be a study in harmony: buttery bread, earthy fungi, silken eggs, fresh greens. Yet the execution falters at its very foundation. The brioche--so essential, so central--is pushed past the threshold of caramelization into bitterness. In a bread so rich with butter and sugar, precision is everything; overcook it, and the entire structure collapses under a shadow of char. The garnish, too, feels careless--large stems of greenery draped without intention, rather than composed with purpose. It is a dish that looks promising from a distance but betrays its flaws upon inspection. A two out of five--a failure not of imagination, but of discipline. The brie and truffle macaron arrives as an afterthought--set aside, unannounced, uncentered, as though it were a spare utensil rather than a composed pastry. Presentation matters. It signals care. Here, there is none. And the macaron itself? A confection that should whisper with delicacy instead resists with age. The shell is hardened, the interior overly chewy--signs of time having passed unkindly. The flavor is confused: a sweet, almost vanilla shell encasing a mild, savory filling of whipped brie and timid truffle. Neither side asserts itself; neither yields to the other. It is neither dessert nor savory course, but a muddled compromise. A two out of five, and left unfinished--a silent verdict more damning than words. The mimosa, I am told, is bright and pleasing, though presented without flourish--a small omission, but telling in a restaurant aspiring to polish. A four out of five, competent yet unadorned. The pour-over coffee reveals a lighter roast profile: bright acidity at the fore, a nutty mid-palate, a gently lingering finish. It is, as you observed, "hipster coffee"--intentionally expressive, though perhaps too acidic for a more classical palate. On flavor alone, a three out of five. Yet the experience is marred by a most unforgivable intrusion: a hair in the initial cup. Such a thing should never reach a guest. Ever. And beyond the plate--there is service. Dishes arriving out of sequence. Eggs meant for one guest appearing with another's delayed entrée. A table divided, one diner finished while the other waits. Explanations that do not align with reality. Items placed without acknowledgment or intention. These are not minor stumbles; they are fractures in the very architecture of hospitality. The Verdict Lion & Owl is a restaurant caught between what it is capable of and what it consistently delivers. There is real talent in this kitchen--evident in the pancakes, in the conceptual ambition of the menu, in flashes of thoughtful composition. But talent without rigor is unreliable. And hospitality without coordination is hollow. For every moment of genuine pleasure, there is another of carelessness--overcooked bread, stale pastry, inattentive plating, lapses in cleanliness, and disjointed service. In the end, one must judge the whole, not the highlights. Overall score: 2 out of 5. A restaurant with promise--undeniably--but one that must remember that excellence is not achieved in moments. It is achieved in consistency, in care, and in respect for the guest at every stage of the meal. Until then, Lion & Owl remains... a place that almost is.

Really great fresh food with some interesting combinations. We came here on a whim (no…read morereservations) while visiting my wife's niece at UofO at around noon on a Saturday. Busy but they had a table for us. Very nice decor, rotating menu. We had the buckwheat pancakes with caramelized bananas, dates, and pineapple syrup which was sweet but not overly so since the pancakes underneath were not touched by the syrup ended up being a really nice balance. Bacon was like a cross between pork belly and bacon (very thick) but really tasty. Breakfast Sando was good with in-house ground pork and a nice aioli. We also tried the savory macarons (Brie and truffle) which are delicious. Creamy and a tad sweet. Not too much truffle. Coffee was a bright tangy pour over-not my favorite type but some people really like that style. Oh, and we had a blood orange mimosa which was really good Overall an excellent experience! Definitely going to again when we are in town!

Marche is a pleasant restaurant in downtown Eugene. It was pretty quiet with a nice upscale…read moreatmosphere, but a little hard to find for us, as we don't live in Eugene. Service was very good, but a little on the slow side. It wasn't bad, though, as the vibe of the restaurant is relaxed. We both ordered the Smoked Pork Chop (sweet potato purée, huckleberry jus, roasted brussel sprouts, pecans & bacon). It was cooked nicely and was enjoyable to eat. I would have preferred more of the huckleberry jus and more brussel sprouts, but can't complain about the quality of the food. In short, it was delicious, but could have been even better with just a few enhancements. Price was reasonable when compared to comparable restaurants in Salem and Portland. I'll return again for a different dish.

Once again, magnificent. She: Steak frittes. Excellent cut and flavor. Me: 6 oz…read moretenderloin...flavorful and accompanied by seasonal vegetables. Desert was the peach upside down...also had a scoop of pistachio i.c. w/it (birthday) I want to say that there may be an erroneous thought that this is high priced establishment. Well, restaurants such as this are costlier but the proof is in the pudding...so to speak. Very nice ambiance..a bit subdued but it compliments the decor. Next time we're sitting at the counter to watch the chefs create. All-in-all a pleasant evening spent with my bride of 47 yrs.

ordered for my daughters 21st birthday a cupcake board…read more According to my daughter, the cupcakes were amazing The presentation was incredible. I wish she had an outlet in Los Angeles. I've never seen anything quite like it.

Their cupcakes are always beautiful, creative, and delicious! Fun for a special treat.read more

Great coffee and deli items. Yadayadayadayadayadayadayadayada yada yada yada yada yadaread more

I come in here often with my husband. It's a fun and neat place to browse…read more I've never eaten here, so I have no opinion on the food. I always go for the kitchen utensils, cookbooks, and gifts. It's an excellent place to find neat and different Christmas gifts. Customer service is always great. Employees are kind, friendly, and helpful. Even when I have to ask about something I walked by 4 times and just didn't see. They'll happily point it out for me. Would I return? Absolutely. It's a store I've been coming to for years, and will continue returning to. I've never had a bad experience in here. Review 25 of 2025.

Elegant Elephant (Gluten-Free) * 100% Safe: Dedicated…read moregluten-free facility (great for Celiac). * Must Try: Blueberry scones and cinnamon rolls. * Best Bread: Their potato bread is a top seller. * Style: No indoor seating; you order at a walk-up window. * Tip: Go early--they often sell out of the best items by noon. Low Histamine Tip: Choose plain or fruit-based items.

We arrive and find a walk up window is the only way to purchase anything…read more The service person wasn't enthusiastic or energetic and almost seemed like they didn't enjoy being there. It is hard to see any of the offerings and the goods that we were able to see were unlabeled and unpriced. For us, shopping for baked goods is a visual experience. We had to squint through a glass door at an angle into a glass cabinet with reflections obstructing the view of the products The blueberry scone was light on blueberries but the glaze added a sweetness and some flavor. The Mushroom gouda turnover was a hot pastry that was flaky and had a nice buttery taste. It was a very flavorful combination that worked quite well.

Back for the first time in a long while. Came early enough to get access to the bran muffins…read more Sometimes the best things are gone before 11 AM. Took a butter croissant as well as the ham and Gruyère cheese croissant, heated, for later. I think the server name was Lindsay and she was wonderfully understanding and helpful with the dilemma of which croissants to select. Write a book so I could read it while enjoying my tea in a mug and my pastry on a plate.

Best coffee in Eugene. Very good food and quick walk up style counter service. My go to place for…read morebreakfast or lunch in south Eugene. They definitely get busy during the weekend breakfast rush but I have found it's still fast enough you don't really have to wait which is a big plus for me. They have a nice outdoor seating area as well.

I love Portal tea. Very wonderful experience going there. The tea is made fresh and is delightful…read more The staff are quick to respond to the customers needs.

Wanted something sweet while exploring downtown and this cafe provided a great pick-me-up…read more There's plenty of street parking nearby. Cafe is pet friendly. Nice cozy interior with lots of seating. There were a good amount of people working on laptops at the tables, and they also had comfy couches as well. Peaceful ambiance. I ordered a almond milk tea with oat milk (hot). The almond flavor wasn't overpowering or artificial tasting. The drink was very pleasant and had just the right amount of sweetness. The taro latte with boba (iced) was also refreshing with a decent taro flavor. The cafe has an extensive menu of steeped tea flavors that we didn't get to try. They also have vegan cookies that looked quite good. Would come again next time I'm downtown.