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.

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.

used to come here before they started plaguing their establishment with using AI advertisements. do…read morenot come here if u do not support generative AI. it is garbage and despicable. their food and coffee is also highly mediocre.

I love this place it's always a good time and the bar tenders are amazing:) and they dnt act stuck…read moreup and kick you out for having fun

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.

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

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.

What a joy to have this champagne &  sweets bar in historic downtown Independence…read more I don't usually like lemon desserts but had faith.  I was not disappointed.  It had a dense crumb, lemon curd and the creamiest yellow frosting.  Just delish Also: great Americano Funny story:  This was always Taylor's Coca Cola Counter when I grew up in Monmouth. It was a drug store with a bar where you could order food or drink.  The sign painted outside advertised Coca Cola 10¢.  And you could order it. - you'd get a sundae glass topped off with ice and a few squirts of Coke.

I can't believe I haven't reviewed this one…read more A great stop in independence for a quick bite, some wine, and of course dessert. They usually have a great selection of cupcakes which you can eat here or to go. I usually do both. Service is order at the counter. It's a great place to meet your girlfriends to dish and have a drink. I'm sad to learn that this hip little corner of the world will be closing permanently on February 1, 2025. Let's give them a send off folks.

My sil and I split a 16 inch 1/2 loaded bake potatoe and 1/2 drunken goat. Pizza was awesome…read more Crist was thinking with good tooth and toppings were plentiful and yummy. We also had the calamansi cider which was the perfect amount of citrus and tart to cut thru the rich pizza flavors. We will be back!

sourdough crust like nowhere else in the county. pleasant…read morevibes of a college town pizza shop it was a good selection of brews. whether I'm getting a single slice to go or eating in with family this is the spot for unique salads and flavor combinations highlighted by helpful friendly workers! Come with an appetite and order one of their awesome salads to go with your slice or your whole pie!

Holy guacamole! Absolutely divine dining here. The tacos were perfectly cooked and looked almost…read moretoo beautiful to eat. I enjoyed every single bite. The drink was so yummy. Not too sweet and the lavender flavor was very present. I loved getting to sit in their outdoor dining.

This review is for the latest/most recent opening of Divine Distillers and the awesome Inferno…read moreKitchen that accompanies it! Sadly we never made it to the original location (we live in Salem) but the new restaurant & bar is absolutely fantastic and a place worth driving for. We finally decided to come by and do trivia with Aaron (Oregon Trivia Company) and were so glad we did--Aaron has been one of our favorite hosts around Salem for many years now and when he said he was starting to do shows at Divine Distillers on Thursday nights (ya'll need to come have fun with us! :) we knew we'd be there. As usual, it didn't disappoint--just the right amount of challenging/fun questions, great hosting & an enjoyable way to break up the work week! The space is quite large with plenty of seating for groups and they're working on putting in a beer garden with fire pits--looks like it'll be a super fun place to meet up with friends & hang out this summer. It's usually pretty chill there on a weeknight so it's easy to relax and take your time. The drink menu is very creative & fun with everything from beer to cocktails to ciders, all featuring pours made right in-house by the talented staff. Check out one of their flights to get a taste of multiple sips & pick your new favorite! Also, the food here BLOWS US AWAY. Seriously some of the best food we've had in a very long time. I personally can't stop dreaming about the Tri-Tip (cooked to tender, juicy perfection & topped with chimichurri), the Elotes with Pulled Pork (rich, smoky & creamy), the House Burger (simple yet spectacular) or the Shrimp Fajitas (a delicious pile of tasty fixings that made me very happy). We were told the chef is a BBQ master and it shows--can't wait to try everything else on the menu soon! Other Bonuses: Ample, easy parking in a private lot, super friendly & approachable staff and clean & comfortable restaurant with lots of space & more expansions/improvements in the works! Plus, you can buy bottles of their spirits to go. If you were a fan of Divine Distillers before or have just been driving by wondering about this place, do yourself a favor & check it out. I know we'll be going back soon!

Drinks are great and I'm especially impressed with all the good food options…read more My favorite though are the tacos! But seriously everything is good, next visit I'm gonna try the pizza. I haven't tried the crafts yet but I see groups of people making some nice looking projects.

Such a fun hidden gem in Monmouth! There is a great selection of handcrafted drinks with a full…read morebar, craft beer and a decent wine list. The menu is small but everything was fantastic! We love the Harry Potter decor and laid back atmosphere. I ordered a pear and prosciutto flat bread and it was delicious! The Buffalo chicken flatbread was also tasty.

My first visit to Mendi's Pizza. Pizza was delicious. Beer and wine is offered also. Fun place to…read morewatch games/sporting events and vid games for the kids. Warm & cozy vibe. Cute little outdoor patio to sit on in the evening watch the sky change colors. Nice, friendly employees. Def would come back if Im in the area. Check it out!

Grandsons Love Mendi's. Arcade games and Good pizza. Easy to order and pick up to go.read more