TLDR: "The biscuit was F'n wonderful!" - my MiL. High praise coming from her…read more Second time to Noble Wave and everything was fantastic! Sunday brunch menu is limited but has some great options that aren't available other days. The chicken and biscuit sandwich was amazing! One of the best biscuits I have tasted in a while. The chicken and waffles were delicious and not what I expected. The waffle was more like a flavorful waffle cone than a giant Belgian waffle. The fried chicken was very tasty. The bacon was crisp and wonderful. The over medium egg was perfect. My Diet Coke was never empty this time and the rest of the service was also on point. We had a fun discussion with one of the owners, I think and were convinced of his love of good food and New Orleans. Nothing fancy with the furnishings and atmosphere but more than enough for downtown Salem. I'll definitely be back!

You walk in and seat yourself. It's a small place that's very lofty but trying to add a little…read morepizzazz of NOLA. We were greeted fairly quickly. The server got our drinks and our order and all came out fairly quickly. After that tho there was ZERO service. No refills. No did you need anything else. No check (we had to hunt someone down for that) and certainly no to go boxes. Let me also add that it wasn't so busy that all the tables were full either. This really is a shame because the food is incredibly good. Very large portions. We split the chicken and waffles and our friends split the ladder. Would I come back? Unlikely. I mean, I'm all about tipping but when your job suddenly stops after bringing my food and there's nothing else what tip do you deserve? Very disappointed in the service.

Otters are easily one of my favorite animals and I absolutely loved the decor here. The walls are…read morelined with art depicting otters doing human things. Hanging from the ceiling are roughly a dozen colorful umbrellas. There is no shortage of visuals in this restaurant. The food: Beignets - we tried the classic and the Berry White. Both were great, but I'd give a slight nod to the original. The one buried in powdered sugar helps keep the texture of the Beignet. The Pickle Gambit - super thinly lengthwise sliced pickles in a light batter. Comes with chipotle aioli and ranch. Good portion size. One of the best fried pickles I've ever had. Ned's 5-Alarm Chicken - really good crust and very flavorful. One regret is we didn't go waffles with this. Lemon Poppyseed Slaw - tastes like a classic slaw. A little sweet and creamy. Goes really well with the heavier dishes that we got. The Shrimp Incident - small shrimp and sliced sausage with a Cajun cream sauce and crostini. We thought this was ok Country Mac - my favorite part was the fried chicken as it was very tender and flavorful. The shell shaped pasta was cooked al dente - it was firmer than I would like partly due to the pasta being on the thick side. The Mac is Cajun forward and not very cheesy. Staff was very friendly. We enjoyed our meal, but it was definitely on the heavier side and could have used something to balance it out.

The Easy Otter is always a fun spot for drinks and bites!…read more My husband and I recently stopped in and shared the chicken finger plate with garlic fries, and it was more than enough for both of us. The chicken fingers are huge and seriously delicious! I honestly think they're some of the best chicken fingers I've had in Salem! The garlic fries were really good too, tons to garlic. And, as always, the staff were super nice, friendly, and welcoming. Definitely a spot we'll keep coming back to!

Two of us shared the Original with two crab clusters. Flavor was pretty perfect ("Original" which…read moreis Old Bay) a little less than normal but he added garlic. So good! Complaints: potatoes were not cooked enough which was a bummer. Finally, be sure to bring your own cracker and picker. They do have a disposable "slicer" but it didn't work well for me.

We live in Eugene and will come back just to eat here. My husband is from Louisiana and loved this…read more I would 100% recommend trying this location!

Not much to say other than, "Holy moly!" Perfect for a cold day, Gumbo Ya Ya serves up delicious…read moregumbo straight to the soul! Opt for a side of the delicious potato salad and don't be afraid to mix the two together! Huge pieces of meat and delicious sausage make for a hearty lunch that fills you up and warms your bones!

Went here for lunch and it was delish! The shrimp baked…read morepotato was really good and super filling and I got a cup of gumbo, would have liked a bit more rice but other than that it was yummy! Definitely will be trying other things on the menu!

Oh, man... this was my best seafood experience yet! I…read morevisited at about 6PM on a Thursday and was promptly seated for a table of 2. We seriously had the SWEETEST server! She took SUCH good care of us and was super knowledgeable about the menu items and market prices. We got our drinks within minutes and she made sure they were never empty. Not to mention, she checked in on us multiple times during our visit. I ordered the combo # 2 and added a Dungeness crab to it. That bad boy was FRESH. The whole boil was dripping in sauce, cooked perfectly and let me tell you... the Louisiana flavor seasoning is IT!! It's the perfect mix of Cajun and garlic butter. The main star was definitely the Dungeness, but the snow crab was a close second! The legs were a really good size and full of meat! The shrimp was great too! (I always get head-on) I left soooo full and satisfied! Overall, the food was amazing and the service was the best I have received in years.. We will be back soon!

They would not seat me, a 1 person table 41 minutes before closing…read more Idk if it's restaurant policy which.. just change your hours or lazy staff trying to cut out early . If it's restaurant policy change your hours.

How can McGrath's have a 3 We have never had a bad meal and…read morethe price is reasonable. If you compare to Red Lobster it's worlds better.

I visited McGrath's again last night. My favorite crab cakes were so small next to the fries and…read moreMac and cheese! It was put all together on one plate. The entire plate was brown in color. Compared to the last time I was there, I was disappointed. Sorry McGrath's, I won't be back.

It must have been an off day? First, the place is hard to find. Signage is bad and lots of…read moreshrubbery out front in a business park setting had me calling my buddy asking him "Where in the hell is this place?" Ordered the burnt ends and baked beans. They were out of potato salad. I was warned the burnt ends may be crunchy. However, when tasting them, they seemed very old to me, like sitting in the sauce for several days. The sauce accompanying them was far too sugary sweet and no smoke or bbq flavor. Beans also, super sweet and like warm. I couldn't finish either one. I love bbq and will try again. Just not anytime soon.

Amazing BBQ and owners!!! Caring for the community and customer service. Highly recommend!!!!read more

Desirae absolutely outdid herself for my wedding vow renewal! She created the most BEAUTIFUL…read morecharcuterie board I have ever seen, along with a homemade banana pudding that was beyond delicious. Everything was presented so perfectly that it almost seemed too gorgeous to eat... almost! Needless to say, our guests couldn't resist, and every last bite disappeared quickly. This isn't the first time Desirae has provided food for my family, and every single experience has been exceptional. Her food is always fresh, flavorful, and made with so much care and attention to detail. You can truly tell she puts her heart into everything she creates. If you're looking for someone who delivers not only amazing food but also stunning presentation and outstanding quality, I highly recommend giving Desirae's business a try. You will not be disappointed! Thank you, Desirae, for helping make our special day even more memorable.

I ordered Door Dash from Grazing Fields Cheese. I ordered the PNW salad and the chopped salad…read more The PNW was way too skimpy for $16.38. There was only mixed greens, blue cheese, and homemade vinaigrette. I felt the portion size was way to skimpy for the cost. But it was clean with quality ingredients and I could taste them. The chopped salad was also delicious. It was full of salami, cheese, olives, tomatoes, cucumbers, and more. Also with a homemade vinaigrette. The salad are delivered dressed which I like , but dressing on the side option may be appreciated by some. I highly recommend.