Brew Coffee &amp; Tap House - Independence

Friendly service from the bar staff and both food trucks have great customer service too…read more Nice warm spot out of the weather to enjoy your food with tv, music, games. Giant connect four, darts and corn hole outside 20 taps and some non alcoholic options. Definitely worth checking out this spot again that is right here downtown by the park!

Once I set foot into the place, Kenny and Lindsay made me feel like I belonged there. The tap list…read moreis tasty, and Oregon-centric. Kenny is very knowledgeable on his beers, and I actively see him thinking about how to make the old filling station a better place, operations, renovations, etc. Lindsay was making some excellent small food for the current coronavirus situation, and slinging those beers as well. I hope to see more good stuff from the place in the future! Go and visit! It's hella laid back, but that means no pressure. A very good addition to Independence.

Sancho's Pizza has personal and full size pizzas as well as a must try Sancho dog!

Tamale sooo good, sauces made fresh and horchata that's perfect when you're not in the mood for a beer.

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20 different taps in a all age and dog friendly environment. Bring your food truck eats inside and have a fresh cold beverage

Parallel 45 Brewing

4.5

(13 reviews)

Visited: June 15th at around 2:00 pm…read more It has been a while since my wife and I have visited here. This is a great tap house to park yourself in. The service is always personable and the ambiance has that small town industrial vibe. It is family friendly with seating inside and outside. The best part of this tap house is the availability of food options surrounding it. Parallel does not provide food on premise, but right next door is the best pizza place in the Willamette Valley in New York Squares. The convenience of it, is you order next door, they give you a remote buzzer and when your pizza is ready it buzzes and you go pick it up. If you are not up for pizza there is a handful of food carts around the building as well as other eateries up and down the street.

Beer is solid. Standard brewery vibes. Beer names are a bit too cute. Idea: name them after…read moretowns around the world that lay on or near the 45th parallel.

Woohoo another night at parallel 45 brewing!! Let's see what the bar tender recommends tonight!

Pineapple seltzer!

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Enjoying a Pint of Slice of Heaven IPA Indoors...

Gilgamesh Brewing - Independence

3.7

(103 reviews)

Stopped into Gilgamesh Brewing while traveling for work and completely forgot it was St. Patrick's…read moreDay. Walked in expecting a normal dinner, immediately realized we had made a tactical error in the best way possible. The place was packed, loud, and had that kind of energy you can't really fake. Solid 10/10 on vibes if you're in the mood for it (and even if you're not, you adjust quickly). Despite being clearly short staffed, the service was impressively good. Not "everything is perfectly on time" good, but "everyone is working hard, communicating, and actually cares" good. They were very upfront and apologetic about the delays, which honestly went a long way. Food came out a bit slower than usual (again, not surprising given the circumstances), but overall I'd put it at a strong 8/10. Nothing overhyped, just well-executed and worth ordering again. I had the classic lager and it was meh. This is very subjective I realize but I'd rate it a 4 or 5/10. All things considered, it could have easily been a frustrating experience walking in on one of the busiest nights of the year, but it wasn't. Credit to the staff for keeping things running and keeping the tone positive. I'd come back, ideally on a slightly less festive evening, but also kind of glad I saw it at full capacity.

Stopped here to grab a bite to eat. We weren't greeted by the first employee who saw us walk in. As…read morea good friend of a local grill and bar here in California that was already a red flag. We were finally greeted and seated by our waiter. He was the star of the place. Super attentive, polite, professional, and patient. The ambiance here is cool. There's indoor seating and outdoor seating. The decor was nice and the place felt clean. No complaints there. The issue was the food. We ordered the hot honey wings, the grilled chicken Cobb, the gilga-burger, the guacamole bacon burger, and the campus burger. None hit the mark. When you walk into a brewery that looks this great, you kind of expect more from the food. The wings didn't have flavor. The burgers had the taste of old grease. It left us all disappointed. Overall, the ambiance was great and our waiter was awesome, but the food left a lot to be desired.

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Dry Town Tap Station

3.7

(7 reviews)

2.5 mi

Neil loves his dark beer. Dry Town was out of dark on tap but they came up with a Guiness for him!…read moreSo happy. And served with a smile.

First time at DTTS on Fri. Live music definitely a plus. Went back Sat for Sal and the Salamanders…read more Awesome time. Dancing is permitted. One of the best places in the PNW where you can get a crafted cocktail that hits every time. Bar staff are friendly. It is a family friendly place with 3 food carts. My fav is the chicken cart. Tater tots were really good.

Fried Ban Mi Chicken Sandwich w/ Fries

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Chase Bar & Grill

Amazing food wowowow! Love the new expansion for outdoor sitting. Waitress was so sweet. Can't wait…read moreto go back.

They have the worst side salads ever. Nothing is cut up and the dressing is way too thick!!!…read moreDisgusting!!

Summer drink fresh garnishes, yum

So cold and refreshing!

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Awesome amazing service, first time here and will be back

Arena Sports Bar & Grill

A little noisy, but they were having a pool tournament in the back Waitress was right on us; but…read morewe needed to see a menu and it seemed like forever for her to return to is...we finally flagged her down. They weren't busy at first, but about an hour into our stay there It got busy when the pool players started showing up Cook was very nice. Chicken wrap was delicious. Poppers were good too. Clean restrooms and tables. Quite a few menu items that looked good. We have had a burger here before and it was good also. We enjoyed our meal.

We were visiting from out of town but didn't want to miss the Bears game. They were very…read moreaccommodating and had the NFL ticket. Full bar and great selection of appetizers. Service was great and we had a good time. Bear Down!

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Hazel’s on Main

A really classy place in Monmouth to enjoy some nice wine. They have a good selection of wines and…read morelocal wine is always such a treat.

Had a 5:30pm reservation for dinner. Several tables were occupied, seated immediately as the other…read morecouple had arrived just before us. Drink orders taken, 1st visit so took time to review menu. Ordered. Brussel sprouts, oysters, chicken picata, and 2 shrimp linguine dishes. 1 hr and 25 minutes later. We did not question them, they offered no reason for such a long wait. Food was not exceptional, it was ok. Staff was friendly. They had asked us when taking our order if it was 1 or 2 bills, we told them separate checks. They brought us one. We have pretty much eaten everywhere in Monmouth and Independence, a monthly pre theater (7:30pm start) dinner. Hazel's was not close to crowded, we almost missed the play. Not sure if it is worth taking another chance

We're located on Main Street in Monmouth, Oregon. Next to the ice cream shop!

Strawberry shortcake

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PB & J cocktail

Grain Station

Food was great! Service was fast and staff was very attentive ! Environment was clean Sunday…read moremorning breakfast was fantastic

A great option for breakfast and dinner. I've been here for…read morebreakfast before, and it was quite good. I stopped by on a weekday afternoon, and decided to sit outside. THe seating area was great, with a roof providing shade but still allowing for fresh air. Service was very friendly and very attentive. I ordered the Bacon Cheddar burger and my companion went with the Cowboy Philly Sandwich, both with fries. The Bacon Cheddar burger was great. A thick beef patty was paired with bacon and cheddar. The sauce was a nice, creamy 1000 island. It was rich and messy. The fries were good too. The brioche bun was soft and rich; it held up nicely. The Cowboy Philly Sandwich was an interesting combination of beef brisket, pepper jack cheese, grilled onions and red peppers. The sauce was a chipotle mayonnaise. There was slaw on the side. I just had a bite, but it all tasted good and went together well. This is a solid place for a good breakfast or lunch/dinner with great service.

Cod Fish & Chips

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The Valkyrie

4.6

(29 reviews)

Savannah is amazingly knowledgeable and has a great eclectic selection of wines from around the…read moreworld. Her place is welcoming and comfortable for a pleasant afternoon.

This is my absolute favorite place for wine tastings. The owner is extremely knowledgeable and is…read morekind and patient when helping you find the wine that's perfect for you. She also offers beer, cider, and soft drinks for those that don't drink wine. I really enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere and soft music. Additionally, the owner makes hosting large gatherings easy and affordable.

Doorman... don't forget your ID

Knight watchman

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Kravings Cafe

4.5

(11 reviews)

Excellent breakfast- Ham and eggs and home brown potatoes for me and a breakfast burrito for my…read moreson. Eggs perfectly over medium, potatoes nicely done and properly browned. my son's breakfast burrito got 2 thumbs up. prices reasonable esp considering it's the west coast and everything is extra expensive. They're mother/daughter owners trying their best in a very nice small town. Definitely coming back when I visit my son at college. Cheers ladies and keep it up!

This is a new place that just opened up off of the main drag in Independence…read more We've been meaning to try it for a bit. We went on Sunday, the day of the clocks turning and found it to be chill in there. I'm sure other people were trying to get used to the new time as well. I ordered some eggs, bacon, and hash browns. All were very amazing and fresh. The YS got the omelette and had enough to take home for breakfast the next day. All in all a great meal and I will definitely be back to try other dishes.

Skillet #3: two eggs with skillet potatoes

Milkshake

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My family and I love Brew! The service is always great. They have a wonderful drink menu. The food menu is not large, but the items offered are tasty. The indoor and outdoor seating area is cozy, and there are several fun games to play. read more

Heston J.

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7 years ago

Always great beer and snacks. My favorite are the Cajun tots. There is always great service.

Sushi S.

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7 years ago

Nice selection of beer and lovely food!

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Great place , nice service and fantastic breakfast. 100/100…read more Visiting Salem or driving by ? Don't missed it

Came in at just the right time! We were a group of 5 who ordered coffee and breakfast. Once we sat…read moredown tons of people came flooding in afterwards which we took as a good sign. You order at the counter and then you get a number to take with you and place at whichever seat you choose. Drinks and food both came out really quick. I tried the bees knees which had honey, lavender, rosemary and simple syrup with a dash of black pepper. I did not see nor taste the black pepper but I was a huge fan of this drink. It wasn't overpowering in any of the flavors and the rosemary sprig made it look so cute. I got the breakfast potato hash with no tomatoes and it was a delicious and filling breakfast. The potatoes were so good my group wouldn't stop helping themselves to them. I added some hot sauce as it was in the dryer side but still really good. I also tried the matcha coconut scone. It had a pretty matcha green color but it was hard to taste the matcha or coconut and it was quite dry. Service was quick and friendly. The inside is really beautiful and we couldn't help but do a little photoshoot, so many fun backgrounds! Things to note: Restroom shared with other businesses close by businesses and metered street parking only.

Sparky's Brewing Company

4.1

(209 reviews)

This is a great spot for a Friday lunch with colleagues. I visit regularly with my coworkers and…read morehave consistently found the atmosphere to be comfortable and not overly crowded during lunchtime. In addition to the relaxed setting, the food is served hot and is generally very good. The bone-in wings are a standout and my usual go-to choice. The beer selection is also solid, and they offer growler fills, which is a nice option. The pizzas, however, could be improved. While some of my coworkers enjoy them, I personally am not a fan of thin-crust style.

Good beer. Lots to choose from. Didn't eat anything but would try some food next time.read more

Half Penny Public House

3.8

(183 reviews)

We have heard so many good things about half penny and finally decided to give it a try. We were…read morenot disappointed. We went on a Sunday off hours time so they were very slow. We were going to sit outside but due to it being their slow time they said they didn't have enough staff for that right now so we opted to sit at the bar. It was clean and not sticky. Through out our stay we were checked on multiple times which was nice. The food was really good. We didn't even finish the tots because the burgers filled us up. They have tons of live music through out the week. It's definitely a great place to relax and catch up with friends

We eat here at least twice each month. Tonight, I tried their fish and chips. The fish was perfect…read more- flaky but not dry, with a flavorful breading. The house-made tartar and fry sauces were very good. A full house kept the staff busy, but they were still attentive and friendly. A band was about four songs into their set when I left. The house sound system does a great job of making sure everyone can hear the band, but the overall noise level was such that folks had to shout to have a conversation. They do post an entertainment schedule, so if you go there to visit with friends, do it when there are no bands playing. From prior experience, I highly recommend the "Dave's Insane" sandwich.

Toast & Jam

4.1

(222 reviews)

They have a nice selection for breakfast. The inside is decorated in a cute jammy eggplant color…read more The service is friendly. And the food is perfect. I highly recommend getting anything with the jam on it. It is made in house and is some of the best jam I've ever tried! Too bad he doesn't sell it in jars, I would totally buy some!

Nasty place, oregon must have really low standards. Ordered…read morefrench toast breakfast to go. Black hair wrapped in my utensils, no syrup for the french toast (we all love spending 20$ on french toast w no syrup), they wouldn't let me substitute anything for the bacon since I don't eat bacon not even an extra egg. Got like 5 bites of egg and some crappy french toast w no syrup and a nice hair on my utensils. Thanks so much. What an awesome experience here in Salem!

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3.8

(18 reviews)

This was a five star place a couple of years back. Formerly-excellent collection of Oregon craft…read morebeers, once-great elevated pub food and that still awesome location by the creek. The beer selection has declined, the menu no longer has much for a vegetarian ( and the fish n chips we had were not good). What happened? I'm told they are opening other locations. The original needs some love and pride of service.

Very nice place that we stumbled across seeing Lithia Park. It has been open for about 2 months…read more Nice selection of beers on tap and also ciders. I had an Oregon Potato Vodka Bloody Mary. Very tasty. Nice outdoor seating by the creek.

Clink

4.0

(49 reviews)

My husband planned a birthday dinner for me at Clink! with 8 friends. It was perfect! We sat…read moreunder a pink tree that gave us a beautiful glow, and the tables and banquettes were so pretty and comfortable, with a shelf behind us for handbags and gifts. Best seating in Salem. The service was epic! Our waiter had a great personality, and handled our big, loud group with ease and grace. The timing on the dishes and drinks was impeccable. We felt well cared for, and I felt celebrated. The food was delish. We loved the fondue as an app, I think we ordered two, and some oysters. Everyone enjoyed their main courses, I loved my goat cheese dumplings. A few of the guys mentioned smaller servings, but I prefer quality to quantity, so maybe just order another entree‍. Bottles of wine were reasonably priced, which I always appreciate. Thanks Clink! for giving Salem a beautiful place for celebrations. Trying the happy hour next...

I think this place is relatively new. It is beautiful inside and really makes you feel like you…read morecould be in paris. the food was great! we enjoyed the raclette, steak au poivre, steamed clams, the sliced potatoes, barramundi, chicken and creme brûlée and the poached pears! the entire table was satisfied!! my only complaint was the slowness of service. They were relatively busy but seemed to be somewhat understaffed. everyone was nice and pleasant, but at times we felt ignored. I'm sure they're just working out the kinks. overall, i would recommend!

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4.3

(50 reviews)

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Westside has a great selection of beer on tap. Everything from non alcoholic drinks to ciders to…read morestouts. Local and non local selections. The inside of the taphouse is clean and open, and the people are friendly. The pour for the Guinness was solid. The outdoor area had a good amount of seating. With a fire pit and TV. They have the ability to curtain off the outdoor area for poor weather seating as well. The only reason I gave 4 out of 5 stars is due to not having a food menu. However, they do have a few pub snacks to munch on if needed.

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4.0

(480 reviews)

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Stopped by here after a show and super glad we did. We ordered chicken wings on special and they…read morewere super crunchy and flavorful. I also got the Raspberry Truffle Delight. Super good chocolate-y and rich flavor. Great tap list. Bonus that they are open late!

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