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.

I wanted to give a stellar review, I really did. We came for the Improv for my kiddo's bday, the…read moreshow was great, I loved how inclusive they were and they seemed like a solid little troupe. The venue is small and cozy, well lit, cute stage, clean bathrooms, all the basics covered. We planned on dinner because it seemed like the thing to do. When we hammered out what we wanted our order to be, we handed it to the guy handling it and he went about his business and we enjoyed the show. Except when we were interrupted. Three. Separate. Times. Because they were out of things on the menu they couldn't work out in one go apparently, both food and drink, and we'd have to quietly and as unobtrusively as possible figure out alternatives. Then it took stunning Ages to get the food out. Which, to be fair, was tasty for vegan eats. The totchos were drowning in So Many goopy layers, it was more like eating a wet salad on top of lumpy mash, but still, pretty tasty. We also had drinks and entrees. However, about a half hour after we ate, we started getting sick. I held on as long as I could, mostly until I could get home, when the throwing up started. It didn't end for some time. I had eaten nothing else that day, and neither had my cohort who ate the same as I did. Once the food was out of my gut, I was completely fine. If we ever go back it will be entirely for the entertainment because having a menu doesn't actually mean you have your shit together in the kitchen, and I can't risk what was very likely mild food poisoning. I can eat some gnarly food, I'm kind of a garbage disposal that way, so there's no other explanation. I wish them the best, they've got a great venue.

I thought I was going to feel at home because I've been several times. Brought my family there. And…read moreI was met with racist jokes which I believe were targeted. I will be making sure everyone knows what kind of place this is. There was a chance to make it right and your actions showed leadership allows this.

Live band. Nice variety of adult beverages. So many food trucks ... tough to decide. Indoor &…read moreoutdoor seating options. Lots of fun!

Got thai & my partner got a Philly & fries…read more Everything was underwhelming, though the lady at the thai cart was sweet. Once we got our food & sat down there were no napkins in any of the napkin holders near our table. Sad face, we love food carts. Well hope for better eats next time we're in salem.

Love that they have a vegan sandwich option on their menu. Sandwiches were tasty. Service was fast…read moreand friendly.

We wanted somewhere quick to stop before wine tasting near Salem and found Valiant. Omg...The Hamon…read moresandwich is amazing. Can a sandwich be refreshing? This one is!! Delicious sweet mustard and the tiniest lemon slice. I was skeptical, but it balanced so well. I'll be attempting to recreate it at home!!! It was pretty empty when we came in so we were immediately sat and taken care of. Pretty big indoor space!

Such a cool spot! I didn't realize that this building had two different sides to it, one more of a…read morecafé style. The other is more of a sit down restaurant style. We went for breakfast and got a delicious breakfast bowl. The service here was quick and friendly.

Make a reservation ahead of time. We did and were seated in the next room right away…read more You order by scanning the QR code The only hiccup was some of the items I wanted were not on the online menu like the gf cheddar date biscuit. We didn't want to stand in a long line to order so Shane came over to help us. He had us order something similar in the app and then told the coffee side and the kitchen our modifications. The food was amazing. I had the protein bowl with bacon but no egg as requested. They were kind enough to add double bacon. I also ordered avocado but they forgot it and were happy to add it later. Flavors were amazing. The Wenatchee toast was delicious along with the cheddar date gf biscuit. The dirty egg nog chai is fabulous and seasonal so get it before it's gone. You can also do grab and go and find seating in the main room. The food and heart of this place are 5 stars. Giving 4 stars today because of the ordering headache. Shane gets 1000 stars for all his help and patience. Also compliments to the chef. Great flavors!

Yes please. When I…read moresaw Yolanda's Tamales I knew there was nowhere else I would rather eat in the whole food park. The staff was really nice and patient while I tried to figure out what I would get (the whole menu? I wish). The tamals came out hot, fresh and delicious. I can't wait to return and sample more of their menu!

Very good! The tamales are fresh, quite large, and packed…read morewith flavor. The Pico... well I thought it was actually a side salad it was so large, and it's out of this world delicious. The owner is gracious and attentive. A 5/5 all around! 2025 #11

We were hoping for a little better here. First, the restaurant is still a bit newish, so it may…read moretake time for them to figure out how much food to keep on hand. The primary problem was that they were out of many menu items by 6pm. The dining room is cool with a nice vibe, super friendly waiter and food came from the kitchen pretty quickly. Pimento cheese appetizer was delicious, one of the better versions I've had. Unfortunately the Pierogi were pretty bland and nothing special, and for the high price, just not worth it. Weird arrangement with the coffee shop located in the restaurant as well. Restaurant was out of desserts and coffee, but could not serve any of the desserts from the coffee shop case, as those were part of the coffee shop. Despite that, we will be back next time we visit Salem, and I'm sure they will figure out how to manage supply of food items better so they are not sold out before 6pm. Lots of potential here for a small neighborhood restaurant.

Yes, yes, yes! A restaurant for the culture and the people. The food is simple but the flavors are…read morecomplex and leaves you wanting more. It's a play on old comfort food or classics. The restaurant is tucked away in a community filled with gardens and a wonderful quaintness. The book exchange program or library checkout program offers a variety of books that helps explains the humanity and beauty of Black people in excellence and glory. After reading so many books and providing a report-you receive a free meal. Luv, luv, luv the concept. I wish other restaurants would mirror this example.

I was absolutely shocked by the portion sizes -- they were massive! I only managed to snap a…read morepicture of my pad Thai, but trust me, it was huge. Unlike most places that make the dish look like a lot by packing it on a small plate, this one had a massive plate and piled it high. Even the kid's meal was the size of an adult portion! My pad Thai was supposed to be a level 4 spice, but it wasn't spicy at all, and it was a bit on the sweeter side -- not overwhelming, but sweeter than I expected. I also tried the house special fried rice, which was gigantic but sadly lacked flavor. I really didn't enjoy it. The chicken tenders were crispy but a little dry. However, the flourless chocolate cake was amazing! I'd never had it before, but it was so rich and delicious. Highly recommend that dessert! I'm giving 4 stars mainly because of the huge portion sizes. The food overall would probably be closer to 3 stars for me, but the portions definitely stood out. As for the ambiance, it wasn't the prettiest place, definitely an old-school vibe, but it was huge and clean, so no complaints there. Service was just your standard, nothing extraordinary.

Half the food was good, but the other half just lacked flavor and wasn't cooked properly…read more The wide noodles were so good! GF Kung pao chicken was super good! The yakisoba noodles were drenched in sauce and didn't taste right, little flavor other than just sauce overload. Also had a pasta dish with chicken that was overcooked and dry. So I'll probably go back for a couple things, but just a little disappointed in some of the food.

I didn't catch the name of the server today but great smile and personality. Lots of plants all…read moreover, interesting decor and eclectic music in the background made the place sort of mellow and welcoming. Nameless server recommended the Rueben and it was perfect although messy. Had a lemon bar for dessert which topped off a very pleasant lunch. Will come back.

One of the best places I've ever eaten. The food was spectacular, the presentation was beautiful,…read moreand the service was second to none. And the prices were so reasonable, which was a pleasant surprise. My husband had homemade corned beef hash, I had a Greek scramble, and we bought amazing French toast to take to the grandkids. My grandson loved it! It is located in a somewhat industrial area, but the cafe is warm and welcoming. They also have two of the cleanest fish tanks that I have ever seen. A great place to park your littles while you wait for your scrumptious meal to be delivered. I'd give this place 6 stars if I could!

Our first time here. And I'll preface my review by saying I'm not vegan, nor am I vegetarian. I'm…read morenot opposed to vegan or vegetarian (or we wouldn't have come here). I just traditionally like meat. That said, my wife and mother and I came to Venti's for dinner while in Salem. They each ordered the more traditional meat hamburgers and fries. I decided since it was a vegan-forward restaurant, I'd try a vegan dish. You order at the counter and they bring the food to you, so it's a little more like a diner than a "fine dining" restaurant. Our service was good, quick and friendly. The atmosphere is a bit cold, but not off-putting. I ordered the Red Curry Pasta with a Side Salad. Other reviewers seemed to be raving about the red curry, so I thought it was worth a try. I can see why they rave about it. It was excellent! And the side salad had a variety of ingredients, so it wasn't "just a side salad". I tried the avocado ranch dressing and it was fine. Not stellar, but good. The pasta had just the right amount of sauce and was very flavorful. Now to the meat. You might expect a vegan-forward restaurant to have meat dishes as kind of an afterthought. But both my wife and mother raved about their burgers. My wife got the Rooster Burger and mom got the traditional House Burger. With meat. And cheese. And fries. They LOVED the burgers. All of us want to go back next time we're in Salem and the biggest problem will be deciding what to order. Well done, Venti's!

We found ourselves driving through Salem, OR earlier and thus, in need of a spot for a good vegan…read moremeal! Well, the vegan gods rained plant based blessings upon us by guiding (some might say .. delivering lol) us to Venti's Cafe & Beer Vault in the charming downtown area of Salem. Upon entering, I first took notice of the whimsical welcoming ambiance inside, sort of reminded me of Chickpea in Vancouver, BC. Also, I had to fight back a smirk when reading about the upcharge for anyone ordering meat based options, I mean it's about time eateries started being vegan by default and adding an upcharge "meat tax" lol instead of the typical vegan-tax we vegans all too often have to incur. It's no wonder the vegan gods delivered us :) to Venti .. given that everything they had to offer was truly divine, which I offer without hyperbole of any kind, just complete sincerity!! The Grilled Cheese consisted of a parmesan crusted sourdough bread with not one but *two* melted vegan cheeses (cheddar and smoked provolone), the Truffle Fries were bold and unapologetic in their truffle-y goodness, the Tomato Basil Soup was rich and loaded with flavor and last but certainly not least, the Vegan Red Curry Mac was really delicious and brought the punch. For the latter, the individual bites didn't feel hot in and of themselves but rather it was the accumulated effect that really left a lasting impression. I think the dish could maybe benefit from a side of vegan yogurt, to add a freshness and help balance the heat but that's not to imply this dish was lacking in any way, it was sooo good! As if that wasn't enough, they also offer a raw vegan cake dessert. Sadly, we didn't get the chance to try as we didn't take notice until after we had already ordered our food. Between the decadence of the food and joyful ambiance, coupled with a charming location in downtown Salem, this will definitely be a place for use to revisit many time over!