What a find! If you ever find yourself in Salem, OR, this is a must try…read more Amazing, right off the stove spanish tapas with surprising friendly and attentive service! Some notable trys are the garlic shrimp, squid ink pasta, and their signature brussel sprouts! Ambiance was lively but cozy in feel! Highly recommended!

This place is legit! Our party was sat down stairs and the room gave off this speak-easy vibe was…read moreawesome. Our group started with their Barrel Select Old Fashioned. SOOOO smooth! The food we got was absolutely amazing, all of it! We got the bacon wrapped dates, patatas bravas, fried brussel sprouts, the Pan con Tomate, the garlic rubbed bread, and a tomahawk steak to start. All of it was exquisite! For dessert we got this lemon tarte type dish, crème brule, and a slice of their chocolate cake. A couple people ordered espresso martinis and raved about how good they were. Our server Tiffany was a rock star!

Very strange atmosphere in this place. The server was so not interested in taking my order that I…read morefigured she was in the middle of doing something. Then I overheard the person sitting next to me actually ask for a different server that "wasn't mean". High prices, poor service.

Jessica is the best bartender. I also love Aubree! If they are serving you will have the best time!…read moreThirsty Thursdays $4 wells, taco Tuesdays, best birria tacos in town, the Mac bowls are to die for and serious healthy portions on $1 wing Wednesday. Karaoke Wednesday!!!

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.

Taproot Lounge and Cafe is among my favorite restaurants in the Salem downtown area. With expansive…read moredrink and food menus that are inclusive of vegan/vegetarian options, there's something for everyone here. I love that they have jackfruit as a "meat" option for many dishes - most restaurants will only offer tofu if they offer anything at all. The chipotle jackfruit tacos are great, by the way! We've always experienced good service here, and enjoy the casual feel of the dining area. This is a good place to eat a meal with folks with various dietary needs without sacrificing flavor or variety. Taproot is also open pretty late (12am most nights)!

This a great restaurant with a excellent vibe. Food is filling, delicious, and large portions…read more They offer plenty of excellent vegan options. Service is friendly , professional, and service was fast.

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.

My God, the Bacon!!!!…read more If you go here for no other reason, go for the bacon. My wife and I spent years going to Elmer's for our parents' version of a date, every week. But... When she got cancer, Elmers refused to let me order breakfast to go so she could still enjoy our tradition. Thank God for Route 99, and now I won't go anywhere else!

This is a very popular spot in the area. You'll get hearty portions and that home-style,…read moredown-country feel--even though the interior has a more industrial design. My chicken fried steak was solid and easily enough for two meals. Unfortunately, my husband was pretty disappointed with his brisket. It was more like shredded pork, and he felt the flavor was off--he was expecting more of a smoky barbecue taste. Overall, a mixed experience depending on what you order.

It's in an area you wouldn't expect to see a bar, but it's a super cute place with a chill vibe…read more The bartender was so knowledgeable and helpful explaining the different types of tequila and brands. They are very passionate about it. The el chapo flight was sooooo good if you love sipping good quality tequila. We hung out and had some chips and quacamole, which were fantastic. The family is so sweet. The menu is limited but they do everything well. I would highly recommend it.

Yummy food. Cute atmosphere. Delicious unique tequila drinks. Small with super service. We will be…read moreback. Guacamole was spectacular.

Annette's just ruined my favorite hobby: believing I make the best breakfast…read more Super clean restrooms (always a good sign), fast friendly service, and a vegan menu available on request with lots of veganizable options. I had the vegan scramble with hash browns, toast, drip coffee with plant milk, plus fresh preserves from Washington -- and WOW. I rarely finish a restaurant meal because I'm usually thinking, "I could make this at home." Not today. Plate = spotless. Excellent food, great vibe, and I'll absolutely be back to eat my words (and breakfast).

Breakfast was good! The menu was maybe a little limited, but the food was very good. I loved the…read morethick-cut bacon. Annette's is not a fancy place, but it's nice and quiet, and the service is very good. My coffee cup never made it to empty! Three of us went after church today, and it's a good thing we hurried. We were seated right away, but others behind us had to wait for a while.

Amazing decor in this place, and friendly service too. When you walk in there are a series of menus…read moreto your right, and the same menus are up at the counter as well. You choose what you want and order at the counter and they give you a number. Then they'll bring it to your table. I enjoyed the rice bowl. The tofu seemed to be fried and the sauce on it was spicy. The miso Moon coffee thankfully did not taste like miso, lol. My friend had an espresso and said it was terrible, very sour. Everyone else at our table seemed to enjoy our food, there were a lot of burgers and fries being ordered at the group. They have my daughter's favorite sort of salad, with blue cheese and steak. Sadly, they were out of salmon the day we visited. Would definitely consider coming back if I'm in Salem again.

This is an update review. Let me be very clear: I like this place. HOWEVER…read more.. the steak is horrifically terrible. I mean, it's worse than any steak I have ever had; even my grandma's. And that's saying a lot. You do not want to know of the torture. Suggestions: 1st: If you want to have a steak on the menu, at least serve the cut that is on the menu. 2nd: if you're worried about food cost, do something pounded, and marinated, OR do a small trimmed cut that is excellent quality, and serve it with a lot of mash and veg, and that bordelaise sauce (which wasn't bad). 3rd: Meatloaf

Very dive bar vibes. They have slots and a photo booth! Food was surprisingly good, get the hog…read morewings, and the service was super helpful and friendly! Next time I am up in Oregon, definitely will stop by again!

The manager couldnt be more rude if she tried. Folks actively choose not to come when she is there…read more The rest of the staff and the space is awesome. But her attitude sucks. -10. Won't be returning. So sad. Dan Porter really built this space up and she's obliterated it all.