Three of us stopped at Cheers On 1st for lunch. We had heard the it was nice, and I have to say,…read morefor what it is, I am impressed. It is a neighborhood place, only five tables and three banquets, but it has a wide variety of premium beers available, and a full bar. The locals were friendly, our Server / Bartender / Cook, Ginger, was attentive and accommodating. The food was good, we received great service, and the dining area and bar and restroom were super clean. This ain't no dive bar! We ordered Chicken Fried Steak, two eggs (over easy), hash browns and homemade gravy / $9.50; Chef's Salad, iceberg lettuce, ham, turkey, egg, tomato and American and Swiss cheeses / $8.50; and French Toast, two eggs and sausage patty / $7.75. Our Server, Ginger (Go Beavers!), whipped all this out while keeping up with the other customer's orders ... wow, She was flying! Three-Star Food and Five Star Service. Next time, I'll try the burgers.

Okay if you don't mind the local loud-ies on a Friday afternoon. Great service, which makes this…read morelittle hole in the wall a good place to get a brew and a burger. Had the Onion ring burger with tots on the side. Delicious.

This fine establishment is a welcome surprise for the town of Stayton. It has a certain charm that…read morekeeps bringing me back. The owners, Kyla and Mac, have left no stone unturned when it came to detail. The tap lines are clean and insulated, the layout is cool (with an upstairs for console games), and the overall game selection is very good, especially for vintage games. There's even a room devoted to pinball and an outside area, both covered and open. The Big Buck Hunter shooting game is one of my addictions. I have the high score at Game On for Elk Adventure (as of this writing). Mac has the guns calibrated regularly for accuracy. And in a shooting game, that is paramount to a fun time and a reason for my success. It's also rare for a bar to take the time to do maintain properly-calibrated equipment for this particular game. Game On has beer and cider on tap, wine, and a nice selection of liquor and some great cocktails. In fact, the Huckleberry Margarita (Kyla's personal recipe) is stellar (although I must confess that me and tequila don't play well together, so I substitute vodka). I'll be returning there soon to see if I can get a new high score on Big Buck Hunter; there is an impending upgrade, which includes Caribou that I have to try. Plus, those Huckleberry Margarita's are calling my name.

Arrived at 10:00 pm, lights were on, door was locked. We went around back all of a sudden lights…read moreturned off and people went to hide. Boo.

Great place! Last minute dinner as we drove through from Salem to home…read more Quaint, great staff, love the classic music hits! Got Waygu sliders and hubby got Steak and fries. All were very good. The chimmichuri dip is excellent, not too spicy! We'll be back

Such a gem. Love the historic charm, patio on the river, craft cocktails, tasty drinks, and our…read moreserver went above and beyond!

Pleasant experience but waited over 45 minutes for a single,…read moresmall pizza. Bartender was super nice and knew how to make a Gin Gimlet. She even asked me of I wanted it sweet or less sweet. Gin Gimlet was well made and I think it was fresh lime juice. I tasted the Bee's Tea, available on special during Happy Hour, and it was nicely done. One bartender taking care of 15 people. Hm.

"This must be the place" is the song that entered my head as I sat down at the bar because it felt…read morelike home. The barkeep was very attentive and talked with me about classic cocktails and hard to find liquors. We shared some love for The Botanist Gin and gave a shout-out to those monks for the Chartreuse. The vintage TV was playing Beetlejuice, and this was immediately loved by all the patrons. This bar feels chill and inviting all at once. It's small and yet so big in personality. You can even order a pizza if you're hungry. I didn't because the cocktails were on point, and we didn't save room. They have fresh squeezed juice for every cocktail and lots of fun tinctures. You'll find something to tickle your fancy. Your barkeep is willing to work with you. The menu has lots to offer too, including a fun happy hour. What are you waiting for? Get in here.

I finally made it in here. I came here one time to meet a group and everyone decided to change the…read moredate without telling me. Needless to say I don't hang with that crowd anymore. We got here a bit early on the weekday at 2:50p. They open at three so we waited until they opened. They had some great lunch specials. I had the turkey club with a salad. It was good. I'd never seen tomatoes on a club before but it was good. They had a variety of drinks but we stuck to tea and soda as it was a work day. This looks like a great place for cocktails. Now that I got the bad taste in my mouth from former friends I will definitely be back.

We invited my brother-in-law and his girlfriend to cocktails so we could get to know her better…read more Girlfriend-in-law paid the bill! suh-WEET! Even when I tried to pay the second round, she told the bartender not to accept my payment. haha Even if I had paid, I would still like this place and their cocktails. It is a nice atmosphere, not too loud, comfortable seating, warm whimsical decorations, friendly service, and clean bathrooms. They have a large list of cocktails, mocktails and other non-alcoholic beverages, as well as beer and wine. They can make all the traditional cocktails. A regular told me the manhattan is top notch, but the cherries aren't the best he's seen. Cherry seemed alright to me. They also have several house cocktails and a few specials to choose from. Between us 4, we tried several different cocktails. We even tried the house cocktail designed for the bitterest of liqueurs, Jeppson's Malört. All were deemed tasty by all! They offer several food items from a full kitchen, including appetizers, sandwiches, salads, breakfast, and dinner. They even have veggie burger, gluten free crackers, and gluten free (GF) fried chicken! ! ! Free parking on the street. No minors allowed, bummer...l'd like it better if kids were allowed, but it's so good it's gets the 5th star. If you choose to give a thumbs-up or not, I hope you found my review helpful!

This place is a gem! It's tucked away but once you find it you'll be glad you stopped in…read more The owner hands down makes some of the best cocktails I have ever had. If you want a delicious sweet treat try "your mother". Lots of the cocktails are made with in-house syrups. They also have a nice selection of snacks and food items too. Come in for a nightcap, to meet with friends or even if you're going on a date. I also loved that there was a dj and the place was decorated for Halloween! I also heard they'll have different dj's come in and events too! Really great addition to downtown Salem!

We really love this place. Especially on a weeknight. Very chill vibe…read more Bartender has a great balance of knowledge, humor and sass that you want from a great bartender.

Fireside Lounge seems like a typical hotel restaurant / bar in that the food is passable, and no…read morefurther effort is made because they have a captive audience. There are not a lot of other dining options in the area, so Fireside is a pretty easy choice. The food is just OK. Definitely stuff that is mass-produced and heated on-site. Prices are mercifully low, so one doesn't feel as though they've been ripped off. There is a big selection of non-alcoholic beverages, which I appreciated. The real standout here was the friendliness of the staff. Everybody I interacted with was very friendly and helpful. There was a band playing during my visit, and they seemed to be as "bar band" as bar bands get. I was the only person who applauded after each song, which was weird to me. I'd have hoped that staff, at least, would have applauded as well.

Over the last few months, I've stopped in for a beverage and sometimes an appetizer. The fireplace…read moreis cozy and the atmosphere comfortable and live music nightly. In the last couple of visits, though, it's different. My past history here prevents me from giving it a 2-star review. I know there has been a management change, and it shows. Some of my favorite staff have departed, seeking greener pastures. The reason for this review now is my most recent purchase ... a $17 glass of Pudding River Pinot Gris. When I found out the price as I cashed out, I felt robbed. I can drive less than 9 miles away and buy a whole bottle for $25. My previous glass of wine that evening was an $8 chardonnay from another local winery. I figured the Pinot Gris couldn't be much more than the Chard, especially one from Pudding River, which I've personally visited so I know their bottle prices. So, before you buy anything at the Fireside Lounge, ask the price. Don't be surprised (aka robbed) as I was.

Came in for drinks, service was sloowww. Waited forever for drinks and check but there was barely…read moreanyone inside and many staff. However food and drinks is good

One of the best dining experiences that I have ever had! Staff were well trained and worked well as…read morea team, from a floor manager checking in with us, our table server and the floor runner/server. My Toasted Honey Garlic Crunch salad was superb. Adding prawns is a must. The brie encroute was flaky, creamy, buttery atop a bed of blueberry coulis. Yummayyyy. My Pork Tenderloin with Spiced Fig Glaze was very tender - cooked to perfection. I ordered the Lime Creme Brulee to go and it was exactly how you might imagine - classic egg custard with a a citrusy tang of lime. The restaurant itself had a vintage vibe, like a smoky speakeasy - but no actual smoke, to be clear. Wonderful dining experience.

We arrived in town early from Portland to go see a friends acoustic performance on 6/22. We had…read moresome time to spare and figured we'd go wine tasting. We walked through town looking at a few tasting rooms. Nothing really jumped out to us. Then Bamn!!! When we seen this place from across the street. It all changed our wine tasting plans. Let's go have a drink!!! It was a great decision. The outdoor area was set up very nice and welcoming. There's a lot of attention to detail in all the decorations. Not sure if the lady was the manager or owner that helped us. But her friendly service was top notch!!!! With us visiting from out of town. It made me and the lady feel like regulars. She gave us a recommendation on the Margarita. I'm more of a Bourbon lover. So I ordered the Traditional Manhattan and my lady ordered the requested margarita. Wow!!! Both our drinks were tasty and awesome. Hey bartenders great pour on the drinks!!!! Cheers!!!

Came here the first time for a class on creating and preparing cocktails my wife signed us up for…read moreon my birthday weekend. That was so informative and fun we made it back up for their Halloween party, was a bit chilly so we only stuck around for one drink that evening. This is such a great pop up spot, they all TRULY know the art of mixology and come up with a great variety of unique cocktails. Definitely worth stopping if you are in the area wine tasting or traveling.

This was our first visit to the Velvet Curtain Speakeasy, and everything about it was a delight…read morefrom the professional, friendly service to the charming '30's ambiance to the killer food and cocktails. They are clearly paying attention to the details that separate great restaurants from good ones. Our housemade potato gnocchi featured freshly grated, high quality Parmigiano-Reggiano from a cheese wheel at the bar, not the tasteless stuff from a green can. We tried three different wonderful cocktails, and the two that had a cherry garnish used delicious, pricey Luxardo cherries, not the cheap dyed Maraschinos from the grocery store. This focus on quality and providing a great drinking & dining experience was evident everywhere. I should also mention the excellent crab cake appetizer, which costs only $5! Do yourself a favor and check this place out.