We stopped at this Black Bear Diner in Salem on our way headed south on the 5. The crew mentioned…read moreit was getting on meal time and I'm not sure if there's much south of here that would be good to stop at that would keep everyone happy. I know Black Bear has enough choices to keep these guys happy so here we go! We get in and the interior has that bearish theme going like all the Black Bear Diners. Yep, that's cute! We get seated and drink orders taken. I decide on the Patty melt, the other girl on the crew gets the fish and chips and another guy gets some sandwich thing, I forgot what it was called. The food took a little while to come out but we weren't in any rush this time, so no biggie. My patty melt was cooked as ordered, medium and the fries were crispy and hot. The rest of the food looked good and no one was complaining, so that's a good sign. We all munched our food down and left happy. Now, back on the road again ... as the song goes ...

Their first try had my scrambled eggs overcooked so much they were crunchy and the avocado was…read morebrown. The only thing right was the toast. The second try they got the eggs and avocado right but they put it in plain, untoasted bread. My husband had hashbrowns that were so dry and tasteless, it may as well have been shredded paper. We don't plan on going back.

I mean really, how can you be so petty? I ordered a 6.00 strawberry lemonade that equates to a…read moremedium drink anywhere you go, and I asked for them not to add ice. So what happens? I get 1/3 of a drink. I've been in the restaurant industry for over 20 years and I have absolutely zero patience nor empathy for places like this. I paid 6.00 for a small drink that was mediocre at best because they don't know how to balance lemonade with simple syrup or strawberry juice. We won't be ordering from here again and I'd suggest you didn't either. Also, medium poached eggs have a runny yolk: if you put poached eggs on your menu at least do them properly. We got hard poached.

After trying to eat at WoM, this was our second choice (due to a 1.5 hour wait). We only waited 15…read moreminutes here (not too shabby for 11:30 on a Sunday morning). We ordered the Corned Beef Hash, Life is Peachy Blintz French Toast, & a side of Peppered Bacon. The corned beef was very moist & nicely shredded with a higher ratio of beef to hash! The French toast was huge! Insider tip: cut-off the crust because it's a little tough & get to the middle, stuffed with mascarpone & peaches. Syrup is not necessary, but be prepared for a spicy peach kick! The bacon was very peppery but slightly overcooked.

I was heading back home to SoCal but wanted to grab a bite to eat before driving to PDX. Looked up…read moreplaces around the hotel I was staying at. Initially I had picked out another place but decided to stop here instead cause it was a bit closer. You can tell this is the place that's like "If you know, you know." People came in and everyone was on a first name basis. It was really pleasant to see! Now onto the food. Absolutely amazing! I got the hobo omelette with a side of biscuits and gravy. Hands down the best biscuits and gravy I've ever had! And the omelette was dang good too! It's a small place with not a lot of seating but it's definitely worth it to venture in if you're in the area. I wish there was one closer to me. Service was stellar. Ritz Diner, I'll never forget you!

Stumbled in this little place after a soccer game and it was perfect! My 11 year old said the bacon…read morewas the best he's ever had. Everything was really yummy diner food.

Went here while on a work trip and the food was phenomenal…read more It's an order and pay at the counter then get your food when it's ready kind of bar atmosphere. Super friendly staff. Their ciders are great, I tried the Viking Cherry Cider and loved it so much I bought a six pack to take home, at $18 for 6 it was still absolutely well worth it. For food my coworker got the Fish and Chips, deep fried in beef tallow for those who avoid seed oils, and said it was excellent. I had a caesar salad and fries to go with my cider and it was a lovely meal. This will absolutely be one of our go-to spots when in Salem from now on.

Some of the best scotch eggs I have ever had! The service was friendly; note that there is no table…read moreservice, so you'll need to order at the bar. The inside atmosphere is sports bar fabulous plenty of seating for groups or couples. We shared a juicy hazy IPA and an order of scotch eggs while sitting on the patio, which is shaded and comfortable with both picnic tables and bar-top seating. I was thrilled to find that the scotch eggs were not only delicious but also authentically prepared. The yolk was soft and slightly runny, and the crust was perfectly crisp and flavorful. This establishment is a true hidden gem. While the food prices are a little steep, the quality definitely makes it worthwhile. We will be back!

We went to The Flight Deck restaurant for Fathers Day for 6 people…read more We had a reservation. We had excellent service ice tea was always full even noticed my ice was melted and gave me a fresh glass! Attention to details was obvious and she was very friendly. We had fresh clams, peach boysenberry salad, Ruben, Salmon, fried oysters, and fettuccini Alfredo. All entrees tasted great and the portion sizes were very generous. Most importantly the prices! WOW.....the value of our very large meal for six and drinks entree was very reasonable! Lastly the ambiance was great especially if you enjoy watching aircraft arrive and depart directly in front of the restaurant. 180 degree view is also quite nice as the Willamette Valley views are gorgeous with the mountains as a backdrop! I highly recommend the Flight Deck for casual dinning or even a business lunch. We will definitely return soon and thank you!

The sea bass tacos were great. Mark had fish and chips. Bill got the blt and Pam got peach,…read moreblueberry and prawn salad. Everyone stated their food was great. Bill and Pam said they eat there often. The service was great. Best part is that it's sets off the runway of the airport and you can watch the planes and helicopters land. The main wall is all glass. So that was the best entertainment to watch. Bill said he has an app on his phone that lets you put in the tail numbers of the planes to see where they've been or going. So if your plane fan this restaurant is the place to eat and enjoy so aviation.

Just an update to confirm my continued reviews:…read more Josey's is still top notch breakfast food for the area. The prices have stayed somewhat steady since 23 and the quality remains high. Staff are friendly and responsive and are very helpful with requests or questions. I ate here when single, when dating, I brought my kids here when they were babies, and I take them at 12 year olds now. Really glad to have a constant like Josey's that I can always rely on.

I haven't ate here for a while. But I love this place. It is the epitome of homemade wholesome…read morecountry food with generous portions. The staff are real and friendly. If it is anything like it used to be it's easily one of the best breakfasts in Salem.

Annette's just ruined my favorite hobby: believing I make the best breakfast…read more Super clean restrooms (always a good sign), fast friendly service, and a vegan menu available on request with lots of veganizable options. I had the vegan scramble with hash browns, toast, drip coffee with plant milk, plus fresh preserves from Washington -- and WOW. I rarely finish a restaurant meal because I'm usually thinking, "I could make this at home." Not today. Plate = spotless. Excellent food, great vibe, and I'll absolutely be back to eat my words (and breakfast).

So the four of us seeking lunch landed at Annette' where upon we ordered crepes, the house skillet…read morewith biscuits, quesadilla and salmon burger. Needless to say, we left full. Brooke help us a lot by explaining our questions. We all agree this was a great experience.

Great service. Loved playing arcade games and everything on tap was $4! We had a great time here…read more We did not get a chance to order food but saw it was an option. Worth a stop

The ambiance is fun, friendly, and good vibes. The coin jam had a great mix of music and lots of…read morebeverage and food options. My husband and I solely came for the games. The coin machines were in a room and honestly, there was not a lot of space. I was constantly being bumped into while trying to play a game. There are a mix of older arcade and newer games. I thought 50 cents for the old school games was a little much but can understand businesses need to make money. There's an ATM where you can withdraw money and there is also a machine where you can exchange cash for quarters. Overall, I would definitely come back here but think that if groups of 10+ are coming, then reservations should be made in order for it to not be so crowded.