Heard about this place from some friends and had to try it out. Took my friends from out of town…read morehere and they really enjoyed it too. Great food options for everyone -including picky eaters. The cocktail menu was also really unique and fun. The bar is open late too. The service was pretty fast, no complaints. Ambiance was very friendly. I love that I can check out all the local events on the flyers they have by the entrance.

I was overpriced on a Martini drink I had last week. They never charge me for vodka + cocktail…read more(meaning vermouth?). It was directly the drink much cheaper. It was $31 for 2 martinis... no way!!! Also, they now have one price paying with cash and another paying with credit card. It means we pay the fee their bank charges them... Awful!

Amazing experience all around. I accidentally made my reservation for the chef counter. I don't…read moregenerally like bar seating because I am short and the stools are often uncomfortable, but they had a nice ledge at the right height for me. It was fun watching all the variety of dishes come together. Service was great, just the right amount of attentive. Food was amazing. Everything was great, but special nod to the squid ink pasta and the tres major steak. Definitely will come back next time I'm in the area

Apparently, unlike the Napa/Sonoma area, Willamette wine country is not known for food, but after…read moresome research, we came across Cozy Taberna, which is a tapas style place in downtown Salem. We reserved on Tock, and it was mostly full on a Friday night. Drinks: lots of local beers are available, but I went with the Pineapple Express: she warned it was spicy, and it indeed was (in a really good way). All of the food is done family style: - Clams Galicia: with tomato, chorizo, bacon broth. This broth as amazing. I literally drank it with a spoon - Pan con tomate: slightly different from classic preparation - more flavorful and heavier on the toppings - Salmorejo: tomato and bread puree, Serrano, jammy egg - like a creamy gazpacho - Grilled asparagus: with whipped ricotta and a cured egg yolk - Squid ink pasta: with hazelnuts, caramelized onions, peppers, and a runny egg yolk, a bit spicy. This dish was my favorite - Honey brined pork chop with a basque piperade sauce The servers were all great about checking in. I would definitely recommend the squid ink pasta and the clams if you're in town!

I wish Salem had more options for remote workspaces because this office leaves a lot to be desired…read more The pros: It is convenient to reserve time on their website. The downtown location is convenient and has a lot of parking and food options. It is a secure building with strong and fast wifi, plenty of space, and quiet booths for meetings. The cons: It really is quite dirty with a lot of necessities missing. There is rarely soap in the bathroom and toilet paper and paper towels are never in their dispensers... just sat out. There are multiple printers but they're all out of paper. While there are a lot of spaces for working, most do not have outlets. While the drop-in price for CoW isn't bad, it would be nice to see this office cleaned and re-stocked a little more frequently.

Like many, I have been working from home since the start of the pandemic, and with my move to…read moreOregon, the plan was to continue in this vein. My new house is incredibly rural, and upon realizing how laughable satellite internet is, necessity called for a more reliable form. Co.W is about 45 minutes away, but the most cost effective coworking space option, so they easily won. They offer a variety of membership options from offices and dedicated desks, to flex seats where you just settle in any available space. All plans offer some conference room access, use of the printer, and even free beverages and snacks. It's easy to sign up online and you enter via the two available doors using your cell phone, so I'd actually used the space for a good few weeks before I ever met the owner. I did have some questions I sent via email, and he always responded promptly. The interior of Co.W is gorgeous. I don't know what the space used to be, but it's an incredible old building with exposed brick, gorgeous hardwood floor, and even a fireplace! My favorite spot was along a little alcove with a big window and skylight. There is plenty of room with both an upstairs and downstairs space. They have tables where you can stand, or more traditional desks, and the chairs were all quite comfortable. I really enjoyed the culture of Co.W and everyone I met here was so nice and friendly. Working there, I felt like a very cool urban gal with the convenient downtown and just off the highway location. The whole area is very walkable and I enjoyed many lunch breaks wandering the streets and checking out adorable shops or picking up goodies from excellent eateries and bakeries (Hello Little Cannoli!). My reason for discontinuing use of Co.W was through no fault of theirs. After working there for about two months, (a maximum of maybe eight days a month), the city notified me that I would be required to purchase a parking pass. Not only that, but the parking pass only allows parking on the roof of the parking garage. Figuring in the cost of the pass with the price of membership, my cheapest coworking option was suddenly much pricier. Adding in gas, wear and tear on my vehicle and so forth, I eventually moved to Alt in McMinnville. Now, if I lived in Salem, Co.W would have absolutely remained my co-working space of choice. I might have found an alternative means of parking, though!

We were patrons of this bar when it first opened, surprisingly and excitingly it has only gotten…read morebetter overtime. The atmosphere is old-school New York, which I absolutely love and the drinks and service are top-notch. The selection of common and unique liquor is hands-down worth the trip.

I only give this place four stars because it's not vegan friendly. I only ended up ordering the…read morecajun fries and the homemade chips and salsa. The two were very delicious. I ordered two mocktails. One was a mojito the other was a surprised by the bartender. Both were delicious. My waiter, Troy, was amazing. He helped me out through my dietary needs and was a joy to talk to. The place is small but sits people just fine. I sat outside as it was a beautiful day.

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.

Got coffee here a week ago and the vibes were really off putting. Maybe it was just the guy at the…read morecounter, but he was pretty rude rushing me to order when there was no one in line in front of me. Food service can be rough, but when there's no one in line not giving someone at least 30 seconds to check out the menu is really frustrating. The coffee was pretty good, definitely worth going out for. I also really liked the peanut butter and jelly chia pudding. It was really filling and a perfect portion of protein/natural sugars before my workout. The seating area had a nice warmth to it on a sunny afternoon. The outdoor seating looked welcoming too.

Historic locations always are exciting to visit, especially when they have been converted to a fun…read morewatering hole. Lunch was so good and the vibe was super chill. Staff was super friendly and the owner even has puppy's she's seeking good homes for.

Let me preface this by saying I'm been there a few times, so my review is lenient due to other…read morepositive experiences. On my latest trip there, everything was going well until I left. Being the good patron that I am, I often bus my own table to the bar area. When I dropped off my glass this time, the bartender asked me twice if I paid. I paid her in cash not more than a half hour before that. She still raised a accusatory eyeball as I said this. Why would I go to the bar and drop off my glass if I was trying to bail without paying? Next time, bar staff, please take your memory medication before going to work. Despite how cool this place looks, I won't be returning.

I grew up in Salem and was around when Ventis first opened. I eventually moved away, but decided to…read morestop by for a quick bite and see how everything had changed. It definitely brought back some old memories. I don't remember the exact date it opened, even though it says 1996--I just remember eating here when I was younger. The food was delicious! I ordered the truffle mac & cheese topped with grilled chicken. Stubborn is also one of my favorite soda brands, so I had to get a Stubborn Root Beer to go with it. I also ordered the sweet potato fries. I opted out of the honey, but they still came topped with coconut flakes, which was a really nice addition. The atmosphere was cozy and spacious, with plenty of room to relax. I even had to take a work phone call while I was there, and I never felt like I was interfering with anyone else's conversation, which was nice. Overall, I'll definitely be stopping by again soon. I'd highly recommend checking out Ventis if you've never been. They have plenty of options for everyone, and the menu is simple without feeling overwhelming. It's mostly one-sided with a few additional options on the back, making it pretty easy to choose from. I imagine just about everything on the menu is delicious! Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area.

Fresh and healthy right in the heart of downtown. I got a few recommendations from locals to check…read moreit out so we did. Big menu with lots of options. Got the Korean rice bowl, everything was super fresh and flavorful. Food took a little while to get to us but it must be because everything is cooked fresh. Seems like a great spot for a quick and healthy lunch

Good coffee, good food. I go to Ike Box every week for…read morecoffee and conversation and the service is great and the coffee is good.

Ike Box is a great place to host your meetings! I highly recommend, the staff is extremely friendly…read moreand helpful!

The Cue Ball team came and moved my 8 foot pool table to my new home. They arrived early (+) by 15…read moreminutes. They were informative (+), efficient, friendly, and affordable. They did a great job, highly recommend.

Great experience working with them. I would definitely recommend them. Thanks again for assisting…read moreme with my pool table needs.