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

We ended up at Noble Fox during their happy hour after a hike up at Silver Falls. Great service and…read moredelicious food! We had Brussels sprouts, bacon wrapped dates, and waygu burger sliders - would highly recommended all! Bonus - My friend forgot her sunglasses and the owner of the restaurant ran (and I mean ran) across the street to return them to her as she hadn't realized it yet. It was so incredibly kind!

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.

Partner and I came to town for an anniversary trip and Mac's was one of the few places open late…read moreenough for us when we got to town after 8pm. Vibes were good, bartender/server was friendly. Reviews made it seem divey but lights weren't turned down low enough for to meet that criteria imo. A bit too cold/wet for us to eat/drink outside but sounds like that might be the place to be on a nicer nite. Menu was pretty extensive for the bar, maybe a bit pricey for what you get -- but the $2 draft beers on Thursday nites was a good deal that made up for that pretty well. I thought my turkey reuben was great; husband liked his steak wrap too (as seen in other reviews' photos comes out on a plate completely unadorned) and ate a bunch of my cajun fries. There was basketball on TV, a pool table, music. All in all a good place to start the vacation and enjoy a decent welcome to town.

There is a reason Mac is in the name. This place KNOWS how to do mac and cheese. This cheese pull…read morewasn't even the craziest. I got the plain, but they also have buffalo chicken, chicken and a BBQ one. This was probably one of the best Mac and cheeses I've ever had and the service was great.

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.

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!

We had just finished a walk at Oregon Gardens and decided on Gallon House Pub for our lunchtime…read moredestination. Now Silverton is a busy town and parking is a precious commodity . Luckily, a space opened up after circling the block a couple times. As for the pub, we were seated outside (it was a pleasant day), and the waitress was pleasant. We ordered a Candy Bacon Blue burger which was delicious, a wet chicken sandwich ( a little dry) with spicy sauce, a bacon cheeseburger and teriyaki chicken and rice ( unfortunate) which lacked a flavor and was disappointing. We also upgraded to onion rings( crispy!). Portion sizes were excellent and prices were reasonable! Would definitely come here again. Just avoid the teriyaki chicken ( little chicken and all rice).

We were visiting from Seattle and chose The Gallon House for dinner since they had a dog friendly…read morepatio. We ordered the grilled cheese, the chicken wrap, the fried pickles, the pretzel logs, and fries. Prices were reasonable (we had to ask for the happy hour menu though). Unfortunately, the food was okay at best. The grilled cheese tasted burnt and stale, the fries were a little shriveled, and the chicken wrap was dry and pretty bland. The fried pickles and pretzel logs were super yummy and the best part of the meal. We would try somewhere else if we were in the area again.

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

I'm coming out of my yelp reviewing hiatus to give flowers to this restaurant. An absolute triumph…read moreof fresh and local fusion cuisine, O was impressed by the bold flavors (squid ink pasta with fish paste) and high quality ingredients. Of note was the pork chop entree, with the pork sourced from a local farm. The pork was unbelievably tender, practically the pork equivalent of wagyu. The fat was rendered out perfectly and the chop had a smoky char, the tomato and onion sauce over the top cut through the fattiness and balanced the dish perfectly. The pork chop itself is worth traveling out of your way for, and the squid ink pasta and salmon smoked on a wood board are also highlights. The Cozy Taberna lives up to its reputation as one of the best restaurants in Salem.

Had brunch the other day! Service was Onpoint. Food was delicious. I would definitely recommend The…read morepub.

Warm, welcoming, efficient staff. Cocktails were delightful…read moreand well-priced. There is a full bar and a nice selection of non-alcoholic beverages. The limited menu highlights excellent smoked meats with familiar supporting side dishes for this cuisine. The butterscotch pudding is not to be missed. A marvel! Missteps: The garden variety salad was mostly large chunks of radicchio, making it overwhelmingly bitter and inedible. There are tv screens on and sports blaring from overhead speakers in areas that should be reserved for cozy conversation and dining. TV's don't need to be in every restaurant and are glaringly out of place with the lovely decor and overall vibe of The Pub.

I always love marking a brewery off of my "to try" list. But as the craft brewing industry…read morecontinues to shrink that factor is also contributing to my shrinking brewery list. But it feels much more satisfying, rewarding and accomplishing as it obviously would by trying a beer from a brewery that I have been wanting to try... which leads us to one of my latest brewery experiences which is Silver Falls Brewery. Steve and I had one beer from this brewery and we liked it pretty well. We got the Oregon Sunshine Hazy IPA which was a better IPA drinking session than on previous occasions. In short it was a nice, refreshing one that hit the spot nicely. The elements in the flavors to look for are citrus, a juicy quality and a hoppiness presence. This IPA despite being a hazy also was bright in flavor as well as hue. A very refreshing IPA and I am so very glad I got to try a beer from Silver Falls Brewery!

Although Silver Falls Brewery is primarily and burger, fries and salad type of establishment, it…read moredoes have a few surprises rolled up its sleeves. For example, there aren't many places in Silverton where diners can order étouffée, gumbo or jambalaya. Well, look no further as one of SFB's "bowl" dishes rotates between these three Cajun favorites. In addition, the menu also offers a number of vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options for guests looking for something to suit their dietary needs. What I love most about Silver Falls Brewery is the many seating options. The restuarant has balcony seating, as well as an outdoor courtyard with a fair number of tables. In addition, the interior dining room has several large family-style tables that can accomodate large groups. This establishment does a fair amount of business during the spring and summer months when tourist activity is heavy, yet they somehow manage to swiftly seat, serve, and care for guests without compromising on service. The drinks are great, service comes with a smile, and I'm here for supporting local businesses that always shine brightly.