I don't do reviews on Yelp often but this time I felt I had no choice, as Cafe Med deserves to have Eugenians from all parts of town know just how superb it is. I had an incredible meal, from service to atmosphere, menu options, taste and presentation. The wait staff were kind and attentive but not over bearing. The menu had a huge number of gluten-free and other food sensitive options. I sat underneath a lit up tree that was making soft squeaking noises at me as I tasted incredible flavors and enjoyed the calm vibe. I felt like I was on a 2 hour Italian vacation. Thanks cafe med! 10/10, I would recommend this spot to anyone. read more

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This is an incredible ItalIan restauran! The food is so good and the service is amazing.i will definitely be back!

My husband and I chose to share a salad and a main dish. The Arugula Salad was excellent. However, for our main dish ($35) we ordered the ravioli stuffed with crab and lobster. We were served 7 ravioli with less than a teaspoon of crab mixture in each one! A huge disappointment, Cafe Med! read more

We went for our first time to Cafe Med on Valentine day and it was amazing! We were so impressed with everything! From the amazing service to the choice of food on the menu. It was nice that they didn't restrict the menu to just a few items, it was a full menu. I had the gnocchi with gorgonzola and spinach... DELICIOUS! My husband had the ribeye with fries... again DELICIOUS! It had a nice crust to the steak & great flavor! The fries were perfectly crispy. It was all so delicious that I forgot to take a picture! We will be back & yes, we highly recommend going! read more

Cafe Med Eugene - Prosciutto & Burrata - Italian Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

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Decided to check out this new spot that my boyfriend found last minute. We met the owners and they were soooo welcoming and friendly! The vibe was super cozy and it's a perfect spot for date night. I got the filet mignon while my boyfriend got the pappardelle Al Telefonica, which were both delicious! My filet came out cooked perfectly! We sat in the outdoor patio, which was heated and covered completely! I would suggest making a reservation beforehand though! We were able to get in since we went before the rush, but it was a close call. Will for sure come back to try other items on the menu, and I suggest everyone else give this place a try! read more

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The food is beyond words, I've never had Italian that comes close to Cafe Med. I sat at the bar top, sipped a glass of Noir and enjoyed excellent service. Each server worked together to make sure we were checked on often, which felt very caring. Once the sun went down, the interior l took on a dreamy candlelit atmosphere that felt intimate and still connected at the same time. Will definitely be going back for more! read more

Cafe Med Eugene - Orecchiette Pugliesi - Italian Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

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Food is beyond delicious and carefully crafted. The service is great and the ambiance is wonderful. Sitting here will transport you to a different time. I have yet to find a menu item that isn't delicious. The rolls of Breasola with a lemon dressing -that is so fresh and full of flavor makes you wonder how something so simple can bring you so much joy. The tiramisu is one of the best I have ever tasted, hands down. YES, it's made in house. Don't you fret, espresso is served! The PINZA! THE PINZA will have you questioning why do we even eat regular "pizza" and have you craving more AND MORE. The family operated staff work well together, ensuring you will leave feeling delightfully satisfied. You will not be disappointed with eating here! Parking might be tricky during busy hours. One of the best places to eat in Eugene. read more

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This is definitely someplace we will be returning. Service was amazing and food was incredible. We had the Greek salad, salmon and mushroom ravioli specials. All were delicious. The atmosphere was so nice, small space but we still felt like we had our own space. read more

Amazing food and a great experience We were traveling through Eugene and stopped by we didn't have a reservation, but they found a way to see us. We had great food and outstanding wine. This place is amazing. read more

Nice people, nice food, we all enjoyed it. It has a homey, yet romantic atmosphere. Owner is nice and everything was enjoyable. Even helped me get a table at a time the restaurant was completely booked. read more

Food was so good! They have GF options and the service was exceptional. Very small restaurant so In wouldn't recommend large parties. read more

Cafe Med Eugene - Penne and salmon - Italian Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

We had a delicious dinner at Cafe Med this weekend. It doesn't look like much on the outside but the internal ambience is like and indoor/outdoor cozy patio. Service was attentive and informative. The food was excellent from the perfectly cooked salmon, the bolognese and the gnocchi. We didn't care for the arancini starter as they were quite large, had peas inside, made from (we think) polenta versus rice (which we are more familiar with) and gad a strong essence of saffron. The Caesar salad was delicious. Would definitely return! read more

One of our favorite places to eat in Eugene and #1 for authentic, inspired Italian dining. The food is consistently fantastic. Staff is friendly and attentive. I'd definitely recommend making a reservation over walking in. They can be busy. read more

This restaurant was delicious! Don't let the look of the restaurants exterior fool you. The food and service was amazing!My friend and I ordered the tortellini and lasagna, respectively. Both of these dishes were amazing! The sauces were light, fresh and smooth. I loved that the pasta tasted fresh made. The serving sizes were perfect. The prices were on the upper end but well worth it. I can not wait to return to sample more menu items. read more

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My cousin was in town visiting and she was wanting pasta for dinner. I had heard great things about Cafe Med and convinced her to give it a try. We called to check if we could get a table - not until 8pm. Too late for us so we made a reservation for the next night; which filled up because we called to see if we could push it back by half an hour and not possible. The food was incredible. Starting with the pillowy soft bread to dip in the tangy and fruity olive oil & balsamic vinegar, with just the right amount of salt on the crust. My chopped scallops with linguine was so simple but bursting with flavor. My cousin got mushroom ravioli which she really enjoyed. We didn't stay for dessert because by the time we had finished our dinner we were desperate to leave. Cafe Med is a small place and they have maximized seating. But haven't done anything to soften the noise. Between the music and cacophony of noisy conversations it was draining to be there. We were seated near the bar and a couple came and got drinks, waiting for their table, and it felt like they were on our shoulders. Our waiter, Sebastian, was so sweet but it appeared he was the only waiter for the inner room & he was a bit frazzled. We had to ask a couple times for bread, he forgot the side of sauce for my cousin. I almost suggested we leave after using the restroom which had a sizable colony of gnats living in there. All in all, I may go back because the food was delicious. But I would choose an odd time so that it would be a bit more peaceful. read more

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Finally tried this place and loved it, our waitress was amazing, got to meet the chef and loved the food, the bread to snack on is the best focaccia.! Also my pasta dish was amazing! read more

Amazing food, great atmosphere and the service was absolutely top notch! Great way to celebrate our anniversary! read more

Cafe Med Eugene - Italian Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

Both the food and service were excellent. Portions were generous. We had a lovely experience

We've eaten at Cafe Med a half a dozen times since they opened. The first 3 times were spectacular! The last 3 were not as good. I'm not sure what happened but the quality of the food just wasn't great. One time my wife ordered the salmon and it was raw in the middle. Another time she ordered the ahi and it was served well done floating in a sauce. My go to meal was the filet- delicious the first three times but after that not as good. Perhaps they were using a new food purveyor. I think I've given it as many chances as I can considering it's not an inexpensive restaurant. I'm disappointed that it hasn't been better. The people that own the restaurant are fantastic and Eugene needed options. read more

This place is really really nice. As authentically Italian of an experience I could have besides actually going to Italy. I have to say right away that both my husband and I thought our meals were good. That being said, I couldn't give them 5 starts do to a big 'womp womp' that was entirely my fault. I am a vegetarian and have been for over 10 years. For our outing to Cafe Med, I do what I always do which is look up the menu online and decide on what I am going to order before arriving. I decided on their mushroom ravioli dish since there appeared to be no mention of meat in this dish. Now, what I should have done is confirm this with the waiter before ordering. But I am shy and stubborn, so I just assumed I was about to enjoy an Italian vegetarian ravioli meal. The first couple of bites had me floating in a bliss of savory flavors and creamy textures. I went to cut one of the raviolis in half to share with my husband when I saw it ... meat. Not just meat, but the worst kind of meat for a vegetarian, veal! I was basically eating babies. I was very embarrassed and ashamed by this huge mistake I have just made, but instead of saying anything, I just quickly ate up the remaining of the raviolis. The worst part? IT WAS DELICIOUS. This is not at all on the fault of Cafe Med. I should have asked the waiter what on the menu was vegetarian and he would have happily helped me select something. So I learned a very valuable personal lesson here. But I would still very much like to go back to Cafe Med despite this experience. The next time I will be equipped with questions. read more

My friends and I dined at Cafe Med last night. Our reservation was honored and we were promptly seated. Our server, Crystal, was very professional and friendly. Service was excellent. Our Triicolore salad was fresh with just the right amount of dressing. It was large enough to be shared, as are most menu items. My partner and I shared the Farfalle with Salmon, it was tasty and more than enough for two. Our friends reported that the Pork Scaloppine was cooked perfectly and finished with a creamy wild mushroom sauce. We shared a Tiramisu, which although it could have used some rum, was rich and flavorful. The corkage fee is $20. Didn't see a wine for less than $45 on the wine list. We met the owner and told her how wonderful our experience was. If they can maintain this level they will be one of the top restaurants in Eugene. read more

Everything went well- Ambiance, service and food. The owners and chefs are from Milan so authentic Italian from appetizers to dessert, will come back tomorrow for more. The calamari is fresh and the best I've had in a long time. read more

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We have been to Cafe Med a few times now. Everything we have tried has been excellent! One special we had, a mushroom and truffle ravioli, has now turned into a menu item. It's our favorite! Also, wonderful calamari and affogato. Love Cafe Med!! read more

What a warm welcome we received during our first visit to this sweet little Italian restaurant! Our server was very charming and attentive as well. We kept rubbernecking the neighboring table because they ordered the salmon and filet mignon, both of which looked divine. We ordered the lasagna, which came with glorious melted mozzarella and parmesan--and a generous portion of meat. We also ordered the Cesar salad. Both were good, a bit on the mild side of flavoring, but what was truly exceptional was the apple pie. This was worth the visit, inmho. We look forward to returning to try the salmon and the other wonderful entrees. read more

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Went here with my family on Christmas eve, and the food was excellent! Atmosphere was also beautiful and clean- they were a rad busy so we got our food a bit late, but their kind owner came over and apologized and then chatted with us, which was nice. Highly recommend their pork scallopine, and the octopus! Sooooo good! read more

I will admit that, having read the previous reviews, I thought, maybe the first four reviewers were paid professionals. Well, now I'm going to sound like one as well. We had a lovely dinner last night at Café Med. The new owner, who we think was named Rosella, and (we think) her son were serving and visiting out in the tented area (where it was pretty warm out there, from the knees up). Four of us shared bites of everything. The highlights included: tuscan meatballs - whoa baby what a sauce! Beef carpaccio - highest marks from our friend who cornered this one caprese - though tomatoes are out of season. This was still a hit. Endive - with a nice dressing and yummy Gorgonzola Pappardelle - a delicious vegetarian pasta dish pork scallopini - off the charts! Amazing sauce. ____________________ tiramisu & Affogato The sauces were sensational. read more

This is the best place I have ever been. For 3 years, my best friend and I have been trying to find a perfect spot. This place blew us out of the water. Delicious drinks, amazing food, and the best service I have ever had. We had a beautiful table and were greeted with great servers and the owners introduced themselves. You could tell they put their heart and soul into this place which is truly seen and adored from visitors like us! I don't have enough kind things to say other than I will come back every week and leaving was even sad! read more

Cafe Med Eugene - Italian Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

Our whole experience was 5 stars! Grace was our server and she was personable and fantastic!! Our food and drinks were fabulous we were able to get a reservation made just a few hours short of our arrival time and I was surprised but even more surprised after our wonderful experience! Highly recommend read more

Food here was incredible! Service was great! All around fantastic meal! Everything was great I highly recommend if you are in the Eugene area! read more

Amazing ambiance and incredible food. Call ahead but worth it! Fantastic waiters and managers! read more

INCREDIBLE! We took my mother in law here and she can be picky but let me tell you, she was in love! I've never been to Italy but I imagine this is the real deal vibe. Highly recommended! 10/10 will return. Super cute ambiance. Amazing staff and owners who are actually Italian. Grazie! read more

Took my sister out for a yummy dinner and we chose to come here. Super happy with our decision, the food was so delicious and the drinks were very yummy (strong but yummy). The service was great, everyone was friendly and the food came out in such a timely manner. I'd highly recommend this place to all locals and tourists if you're looking for delicious, authentic italian food in an intimate/cozy environment. read more

Quirky location BUT once inside you are somewhere in a small European village home .... Service was wonderful, food EXCELLENT! Bar exceptional! For such a petite cottage ... there is nothing missed ! Just two if us but they seemed to have more helpful staff than most large restaurants.... Most seemed to be family members . read more

The stars finally aligned and I found myself at Cafe Med. This family run establishment delivers well prepared and sourced menu options with Italian traditions. Front of house staff are courteous and engaging. They do the best anyone can expect aesthetically given the location. We enjoyed the meatball appetizer, tomato mozzarella salad and the branzino. All paired well with a bottle of Gavi Gavi. $150 including tip! read more

Absolutely delicious food. Everyone at our table ordered something different. No one was disappointed. The service was impeccable. We sat inside on this our second visit, but previously we had sat out in the front area, which is much more of a patio ambience. Either way it's very nice. read more

This is currently our favorite Italian restaurant in town. Actually just favorite restaurant period. We've eaten four times so far, and every time was excellent. It's not a large place, so I wouldn't come here with more than 4 people total. Last time we had a great ahi and avocado appetizer, mushroom pappardelle and a sea bass entree, and everything was perfect, especially the pasta. I've had some pretty mediocre pasta on this town, so it's great to have the real thing available right here. Also, the tiramisu is also the best we've had outside of Italy - and it's big, easily shareable. Finally the waitstaff are extremely kind and on point. Cafe Med are a little bit the victims of their own success, so I think some previous reviews may reflect growing pains. We'll be coming back for more pappardelle as soon as possible. read more

Service from the moment you step in to the moment you leave is above par. You are FAMILY. The food is fantastic, the cocktails are fun and creative and the price is on point. They try to stay as local as possible with the produce but import the things that contribute to the authenticity to Italian cuisine. It's a bit small and the noise level is lively but didn't bother me one bit. Rosella is absolutely bellisima. Nice work so far! read more

Food was amazing! Definitely one of the top Italian spots in Eugene. Servers were friendly, recommend the lasagna, be sure to save room for tiramisu!! read more

Delizioso! My new favorite dining experience in Eugene. Everything was excellent. Great service and delicious food. My guests raved about the experience the whole way home. We started off with Shrimp & Calamari and Tuscan Meatball appetizers (sorry, forgot pictures). I had the Pork Scaloppine served with a perfect mushroom sauce, not the typical small portion found in most high end restaurants, I had to take half home. My guests raved about the Linguine Volgole and the Mahi Mahi (subbed for the halibut), they finished everything. Dessert was not what I expected at all, but I am glad I saved room. We already made plans to return next week. read more

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Cafe Med is a downright lovely experience through and through! It has been on my wishlist for far too long so I had built it up in my head and it was still even better than imagined. It can be tough to find vegan options at nicer eateries and Cafe Med accommodated me without batting an eye. Even more, my dish was fresh, flavorful, and full of perfect veggies. The wine list was well rounded and the salads were diverse. The staff were caring and made us feel really welcome and even surprised us with a treat at the end. I am grateful for the experience and am so happy to live nearby as I will be back again and again! There is so much heart in the place - thank you! read more