They have drink special starting at 4 PM which are fun to try like pineapple fruit punch with…read morepineapple and vodka cranberry and lime, or you can stick with the classic Guinness on tap which is what I did. They were also serving chicken and potatoes soup which came out more like a Stu that was slightly curried and filling. Service was great and there was lots of space including two pool tables upstairs two pinball machines, including Stranger Things and X-Men, and chance to shoot.

I'm sure the people who frequent this bar are not the ones reading Yelp but I thought I'd review to…read moreget people to give it a try. It is the definition of a dive bar. It has great food, a salty bar tender and strong drinks. They have lots of TVs for sports. Service was at the bar only when I was there which made it super congested around the bar. Not the cleanest place in the world. One word of advice, if you are at all liberal, don't talk politics

What a fun family night. I love that they allow all ages to come to drag bingo at 5pm on…read moreSaturdays. There were so many families enjoying time together. Some of the other reviews were negative on their food...but our food was fantastic. The burgers were moist and not greasy. The waffle cut fries were hot and crispy. The bartenders work non stop to get your drinks and food out quickly. My daughter loved the churro style donuts (but they are messy). The decor is a D&D dive bar scene....so many things to look at as you wait for bingo to start. They just changed the rules and you do have to pay $1.00 per person to play bingo...but where else can you get that type of entertainment for a dollar. We can't wait to return.

While my first visit was unsatisfactory due to unfriendly staff and an overall sense of feeling…read moreunwelcome, I thought I would attempt a second visit. At one point, the bartender disappeared for approximately fifteen minutes, leaving several patrons waiting without acknowledgment. When she finally returned, she casually mentioned she had been on a personal phone call. A second woman then stepped behind the bar, immediately clarifying that she was not, in fact, a bartender. When I expressed concern about the extended absence and lack of service--something I would consider standard feedback in any hospitality setting--I was abruptly told I was "speaking badly" about the staff and was asked to leave. This kind of defensiveness and disregard for patrons is deeply unprofessional, especially for an establishment that positions itself within a community where communication, accountability, and mutual respect are paramount. Eugene has a growing nightlife and alternative culture scene, and many people--locals and visitors alike--expect spaces that uphold those values. Based on my experiences, I cannot recommend The Serpent & the Sparrow. There are other venues in town that offer a far more welcoming environment, competent service, and a genuine respect for their patrons.

Amazing and awesome. So many choices! So many delicznew ciders and beers. Something for everyone…read more You can't go wrong and the food is legit!

We got food poisoning…read more My partner and I both ordered the jagerschnitzel, and we both had horrible diarrhea and stomach cramps two hours later. The following day, we're both queasy. The staff seemed pleasant, the bar had a decent vibe, though the music was too loud outside. But, like, we got terrible food poisoning. We aren't coming back.

The food was good and the atmosphere was fun and enjoyable! We will definitely be back.read more

Fun spot! Came here for dinner the night before a game and it was super lively. There was a wait…read morebut it went by fast and then food did take a while to come out. Got a side salad and a chicken sandwich - both were good. Loved that you can grab a beer and play shuffleboard. Small parking and street parking is available.

There are restaurants that seduce you with promise, and others that test your patience before…read morerevealing their intent. Lion & Owl, on this particular morning, proved to be both--a place of evident talent, yet uneven discipline, where flashes of brilliance are offset by lapses that no serious kitchen should permit. Let us begin with the triumph. The buckwheat pancakes arrive not merely as breakfast, but as a composition. A stack of admirable loft and structure--evidence of a properly developed batter, handled with restraint and precision. The crumb is airy yet resilient, each bite yielding gently before dissolving into a delicate nuttiness inherent to buckwheat. A caramelized banana sauce pools generously, glossy and fragrant, its sweetness tempered by the cultured tang of crème fraîche. Toasted coconut chips scatter across the top like crisp punctuation, lending both aroma and texture. This is cooking that understands balance--sweetness checked by acidity, softness lifted by crunch, comfort elevated by technique. It is, quite simply, a five out of five dish. The kitchen, here, remembers what it means to nourish and delight. And then--alas--we encounter its counterpoint. The mushroom brioche toast, in conception, should be a study in harmony: buttery bread, earthy fungi, silken eggs, fresh greens. Yet the execution falters at its very foundation. The brioche--so essential, so central--is pushed past the threshold of caramelization into bitterness. In a bread so rich with butter and sugar, precision is everything; overcook it, and the entire structure collapses under a shadow of char. The garnish, too, feels careless--large stems of greenery draped without intention, rather than composed with purpose. It is a dish that looks promising from a distance but betrays its flaws upon inspection. A two out of five--a failure not of imagination, but of discipline. The brie and truffle macaron arrives as an afterthought--set aside, unannounced, uncentered, as though it were a spare utensil rather than a composed pastry. Presentation matters. It signals care. Here, there is none. And the macaron itself? A confection that should whisper with delicacy instead resists with age. The shell is hardened, the interior overly chewy--signs of time having passed unkindly. The flavor is confused: a sweet, almost vanilla shell encasing a mild, savory filling of whipped brie and timid truffle. Neither side asserts itself; neither yields to the other. It is neither dessert nor savory course, but a muddled compromise. A two out of five, and left unfinished--a silent verdict more damning than words. The mimosa, I am told, is bright and pleasing, though presented without flourish--a small omission, but telling in a restaurant aspiring to polish. A four out of five, competent yet unadorned. The pour-over coffee reveals a lighter roast profile: bright acidity at the fore, a nutty mid-palate, a gently lingering finish. It is, as you observed, "hipster coffee"--intentionally expressive, though perhaps too acidic for a more classical palate. On flavor alone, a three out of five. Yet the experience is marred by a most unforgivable intrusion: a hair in the initial cup. Such a thing should never reach a guest. Ever. And beyond the plate--there is service. Dishes arriving out of sequence. Eggs meant for one guest appearing with another's delayed entrée. A table divided, one diner finished while the other waits. Explanations that do not align with reality. Items placed without acknowledgment or intention. These are not minor stumbles; they are fractures in the very architecture of hospitality. The Verdict Lion & Owl is a restaurant caught between what it is capable of and what it consistently delivers. There is real talent in this kitchen--evident in the pancakes, in the conceptual ambition of the menu, in flashes of thoughtful composition. But talent without rigor is unreliable. And hospitality without coordination is hollow. For every moment of genuine pleasure, there is another of carelessness--overcooked bread, stale pastry, inattentive plating, lapses in cleanliness, and disjointed service. In the end, one must judge the whole, not the highlights. Overall score: 2 out of 5. A restaurant with promise--undeniably--but one that must remember that excellence is not achieved in moments. It is achieved in consistency, in care, and in respect for the guest at every stage of the meal. Until then, Lion & Owl remains... a place that almost is.

Great locally sourced menu items. Our server was friendly and patient as he explained the menu…read moreitems to us. Don't ask for Splenda, Stevia or any other artificial sweetener for coffee or tea. Our waiter just about clutched his pearls when I asked for Stevia. The ambience reminded us of small tourist-free boutique eateries in NYC. The only item I was slightly disappointed in was the Brie & Truffle Macaron. I got the wonderful flavor of the Brie, but not the slightest hint of black truffle. It was still delicious.

Love the outdoor seating! Food is always amazing and the staff is so friendly. We enjoy everything…read moreabout this restaurant. Highly recommend. Also, breakfast until 2:00 is a big plus.

I bring my 77 year old mother here for breakfast once a month, occasionally more. There is a middle…read moreaged waitress that's been working here for several years. She is rude, every time. Acts irritated to to help us, snarky tone, visits with her regulars so much that she doesn't check on others. I'm so aware of her consistent moodiness I don't want to come anymore.

My partner stopped in here today, on Easter, for lunch. We were hoping to sit outside but the patio…read moreis under construction and there was a 40 minute wait so we ate by the bar instead. We were seated immediately and were brought water quickly. I ordered the turkey fireside cranberry sandwich with tots and my partner ordered the Carmela's chicken sandwich. We finished with the strawberry cheesecake. The food was all pretty good. There wasn't a whole lot of turkey on my sandwich, so I was wishing there was more. I also couldn't taste the cranberry sauce very much. The tots were good and the ranch they came with was also good. The dessert was a nice way to end the meal and wasn't too heavy. We noticed an....interesting....pattern in the wood carving on the wall by our table. Not sure how they never noticed it before it made it on the wall but there's no way they haven't seen or been told about it since then. We definitely weren't expecting....that! The restaurant was clean and wasn't too loud. They have a good amount of parking in their lot. There are only two stalls in the bathroom so it can have a bit of a line when it's busy. This was my second time going to North Bank. It's a bit pricey but it's a good treat and a nice place to take a friend who is visiting from out of town.

Kapu Hut is not a tiki bar. It's a pub with a few tiki decorations leftover from McMenamin's…read moreexcellent Old Hangout and Nui Nui. The menu looks like tiki drinks, but the Jungle Bird and Scorpion were absurdly bitter and tasted nothing like their namesakes. The host at the front seemed completely put off by our arrival. Our server was friendly but seemed new and made a few mistakes. Their burgers are large, but do not come with fries. Every burger should come with fries, especially at this high price point. For what it is, the space is pleasant, especially sitting by the window and watching the river. We did, however, see a fully developed spiderweb in a surprisingly conspicuous spot inside. The more McMenamins I visit, the less sold I am on their value proposition.

LOVE. LOVE. LOVE. Home away from home. KATHY....enough said. She is a GEM! Killin it every time we…read morecome in! Food! Service! Owner! Atmosphere! Amazing.

This place has the best cheap food I've ever seen. We ate like kings for next to nothing. Drank…read morelike fish (responsibly) for pennies. They had an $8 any beer any shot special. They the bad ass owner stopped by and paid our tab. The bar tender/cook Kathy was attentive and down to earth even with a busy bar. They just made customs for life. Not to mention is a U of O bar theme.