Blue Diamond Pool &amp; Grill

Sandwiches and tacos are very tasty! A full complete meal when accompanied by one of the many…read moreoutstanding beers on tap! The friendly and timely service from our beer tender and cook was outstanding. There is plenty of open and accessible parking and loads of interior and covered outdoor seating. It is a great space, clean, nice, friendly and a relaxing spot for lunch. An easy find off of I-5 if you are headed north or south bound.

b² Taphouse &Brewery is a place I haven't been to before. I hit all of the breweries quite some…read moretime ago in Salem (also learned to drink more smartly after that trip) and a few more have popped up since. I didn't get the impression this place makes it's own beer as all I saw was guest taps... which is okay because the list was quite large. Looking in Untappd it does look like they indeed made their beer at one point and time and maybe they still do... I just didn't see any on the list. So tsking my own advice and drinking smartly I got a root beer here that was also on tap along with the beer. I don't recall who exactly made the root beer but it was from a brewery and some craft breweries make absolutely fantastic craft sodas and this one was very good! The place seems to have spacious seating but placing orders up at the front counter can get congested. This place is in a cool spot so despite not finding beer I still walked away from it feeling it was a positive experience.

Food so good I forgot to take pictures before we dug in!!

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Chillin' at B2 drinking stout on a rainy day is da' best!

Stone Front Tavern

4.0(87 reviews)

2.6 mi

We went here just on a whim. I am glad we did. Not the best looking outside but amazing atmosphere…read moreinside. The have 2 outdoor seating areas, one that allows smoking and one that does not. We sat out in the non smoking. Our waitress was great at checking in and making light conversations. She was natural at it and it didn't feel like she was checking in to much. The beers are good pricing and they had some good choices, a variety and a little something for everyone. As for food, I got the black and blue bacon burger and it was amazing. Juicy and not skimpy on the toppings. The fries were crispy and delicious. My husband got the nachos and let me tell you, it's enough for 2-3 people!!! The toppings were mixed through out the nachos and the salsa was homemade and not too spicy. We will be definitely coming back.

Lived in the area for over four years and this was my first time trying this place. Nice little…read morehidden gem. Had the Parmesan Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo which the server recommended and it was quite delicious. The parmesan chicken was juicy and had a nice cheesy crunch on the outside. Alfredo sauce wasn't too rich with just the right amount of garlic. Beer was pretty tasty too. Would definitely recommend this place. Looking forward to going back and trying a burger!

Current menu

Nachos, partially eaten.

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Blas k and blue bacon burger

Lucky's Pub

4.6(9 reviews)

1.5 mi

I was in Salem in business and was looking for a local, no-frills bar to have a beer or two. The…read morehotel clerk recommended Lucky's Pub that was about a 5 minute walk from my hotel (The Phoenix Inn & Suites). The bar is located at the back of an older shopping center next to a gun store and martial arts studio...can you say Dive Bar. The small place has bar seating for about a dozen people and another dozen or so tables. There was some sort of "slot machine" assortment in another area. The entire place, including the men's bathroom, was very clean. The bar had about 6 beers on tap, another dozen in cans/bottles and a decent selection of name-brand liquors. The bars is definitely a no-frills, local bar. Having said that, the bartender was very friendly and prompt with her service. The regulars were really friendly, which resulted in quite a few nice conversations during my two visits. As mentioned above, I had such a good time the first night, that I came back my second night in town. Pretty good recommendation for a place. If you happen to find yourself in Salem and are looking for a cool, local bar, you could do no better than Lucky's Pub. Highly recommend.

Loud, busy, and all over the place. Both a good and bad thing. I could be wrong, but I believe…read morethere was a huge party of people there that night (~a month ago). Asked for food and I was told they weren't serving food at that time... Got a spicy pineapple margarita from the specials menu that was hard to drink. Tasted like black pepper and water. If you're looking for a quick stop to get a drink, I'd keep driving down commercial to go somewhere else.

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Alleycat

4.0(7 reviews)

2.3 mi

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.

DJ in the background and here we are with the amazing owner who is also one of the best bartenders.

"Your mother"....the syrup is made in-house and let me tell you....it's SOOOO GOOD! (And my nails happened to match).

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This is one of the mescal drinks. Amazing.

Half Penny Public House

3.8(183 reviews)

0.4 mi

We have heard so many good things about half penny and finally decided to give it a try. We were…read morenot disappointed. We went on a Sunday off hours time so they were very slow. We were going to sit outside but due to it being their slow time they said they didn't have enough staff for that right now so we opted to sit at the bar. It was clean and not sticky. Through out our stay we were checked on multiple times which was nice. The food was really good. We didn't even finish the tots because the burgers filled us up. They have tons of live music through out the week. It's definitely a great place to relax and catch up with friends

We eat here at least twice each month. Tonight, I tried their fish and chips. The fish was perfect…read more- flaky but not dry, with a flavorful breading. The house-made tartar and fry sauces were very good. A full house kept the staff busy, but they were still attentive and friendly. A band was about four songs into their set when I left. The house sound system does a great job of making sure everyone can hear the band, but the overall noise level was such that folks had to shout to have a conversation. They do post an entertainment schedule, so if you go there to visit with friends, do it when there are no bands playing. From prior experience, I highly recommend the "Dave's Insane" sandwich.

Stage area before the band started

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White Claw and football what more do you need?

Southside Speakeasy

3.4(41 reviews)

1.3 mi

Good food and a great safe space for queer and straight people alike. The drag shows are fun, they…read morehave dancing and the owners support all of the shows that come through their stage.

Music karaoke dancing and good food! The staff is great and I feel so comfortable here.read more

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Wolfhounds Bar & Grill

4.5(37 reviews)

2.3 mi

We walked in on a whim for our first visit -- no homework, no planning. We will definitely return…read more Ambiance: comfortable, both cool and cozy. Music was excellent; audible but not intrusive. Comfy chairs. Lower lighting, well placed. Service was excellent, friendly and fast. I think our server's name was Mikayla; a gem. Attentive and observant but never intrusive. Drinks: my old fashioned was absolutely perfect and my husband's margarita was fine. Appetizers: beer cheese was well balanced and a bit runny, which I prefer over the library paste version some places serve. The elotes dip was a standout, mildly spicy, with lime in the cilantro, and warm, crispy chips. (Whatever is in their seasoning for chips and fries should be sold separately -- I wanted to try it on everything.) We probably should have stopped there, as the portions were abundant, but our mains were amazing. Smash burger was insanely juicy, nice and onion-y with a few Crunchy Brown Bits around the edges. The roll was fresh and tender, with a good crust; flavorful, not just a shingle. The fries were the best I've had in Salem. Get the garlic-thyme upgrade; you won't regret it. My ribeye was cooked perfectly. Unfortunately they were out of both compound butters, apparently due to a busy Friday, but everything was well seasoned. The vegetable of the day was roasted Brussels sprouts with a sweet-and-salty sauce, almost like kettle corn; amazing. The outer leaves were caramelized without being burned, and the hearts were tender but not mushy. Crispy fried onions were perfect. Fried potatoes were fine, and enriched by their placement between the steak and the sprouts. The diners who came in before us were all smiles when they left, so it wasn't a fluke. Can't wait to come back!

Nice little place to hangout and get a bite, maybe watch a game too. Servers were nice and…read moreattentive. Food: We had the Wagyu Smash burger with sweet potatoes (waffle cut), and the Wagyu Sliders with the Garlic Thyme fries. The smash burger had those good crispy edges and good flavor overall, but started to get a bit rich and could've used a bit more acid to balance the flavors out. The Wagyu sliders were delicious. They came on a pretzel buns, had pickled onions and a good Serrano aioli sauce. Perfect balance of salt, acid, fat, and heat. Fries: the Waffle cut sweet potatoes fried were good but basic. The garlic thyme fried while smelled great, were definitely frozen from a bag and way over cooked to the point of many being burnt. The garlic was also burnt. They could've also used a melted cheese to keep the garlic stuck to the fries. Not sure I'd order them again. Beverages: we had the Santiam Brewery Infiltrator Pilsner, which was great, and the an Silver Falls Brewery IPA (can't recall what brewery it was from).

Wolfhound Mearballa

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Maidenless a prickly pear Gin Cocktail 10/10

Vortex Eatery Plus Taphouse

4.5(31 reviews)

1.3 mi

I had read good things about this place online; one afternoon, I remembered and decided to try it…read more The ambiance is classy and minimalist/modern. It wasn't crowded when I arrived, around 3 or 4pm. Service was very friendly and relaxed. It had a comfortable, friendly vibe. It seems this place has a lot of regulars, because a couple groups came in after me and were greeted by name. It was Tuesday, which meant the Happy Hour menu was available all day. The prices were quite reasonable, and we got plenty of food. We ordered the Korean Street Tacos, and Curried chicken lettuce wraps and the cheeseburger with hand cut fries. Everything was delicious. The Korean tacos were a nice mixture of fresh veggies and rich meat flavors as well as some heat. The wraps were generously filled with a great classic chicken salad with curry, and had a great crunch. The burger was juicy and rich, was a good size and had a yummy brioche bun. The fries were cooked well and the ranch was creamy with a dilly kick. This was some solid food at a great price. Apparently Tuesday is trivia night, but we left before that started. This is a great place for some great food. I can see why this place has regulars!

Upon hearing of a new eatery in town, I suggested that my family check it out…read more We arrived during Happy Hour and were promptly greeted and seated The decor is sleek and clean, minimalist. Cozy and not too loud. Their specials menu of select food and drinks was nice, but I was a but disappointed to learn that the only non-alcoholic offering was a canned golden beer (and soft drinks, water - haha, per our server). They did have a decent selection of draft beer. I shared that many restaurants are offering mocktails and that they're missing an opportunity there. The table ordered a sampling of the menu; Korean tacos, Caesar salad, Mac & Cheese, Burger and fries, and Lettuce wraps. Drinks included strawberry lemonade, draft beer, wine, and ice tea. The Korean tacos were good, but not excellent. I think the shell could be improved upon, maybe a fried won ton? Maybe some chili sauce on the side? The Caesar salad was very good, but the mac and cheese was bland and disappointing. Overall it seems like they're working through some kinks. The server could've used some help, as he seemed to have the only one working all of the tables. No ketchup on the table for fries or offer of any. A condiment station might help, but the place is relatively small. I'm glad we stopped in and will certainly give it another shot. It's nice to have an affordable family friendly spot in Salem and I wish them the best of luck!

Banh Mi and fries

Hawaiian Plate with Pork

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Mykie's Bar & Lounge

4.3(12 reviews)

2.3 mi

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!!!

Elote Mac Bowl

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For Tomorrow We Die Brewing

3.9(74 reviews)

1.7 mi

Party of 3 on a road trip…read more Stopped by on a Tuesday afternoon. Greeted promptly and friendly. Found a seat at a both with an awesome vintage storage chest table. Ordered drinks only as we had already ate. All were good. Everyone was happy. Facilities are clean. Definitely stop by if you are thinking about it.

Great local hangout. Food is tasty, same creative menu as Taproot. Usually around 8 different brews…read moreon tap. Master brewer has created some very tasty flavors. Service is always great. Atmosphere is very friendly and is an excellent spot for greeting a few friends or even a large group. Pinball machines and lottery for your enjoyment.

Nachos

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Pulled pork sandwich

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Gisselle L.

7 years ago

I have been going to this establishment now and then for their Hamburgers and a drink of beer with my hubby. Last Thursday 2/27/2020, was the worst and very lowdown and Disgusting behavior that I have ever encounter at this establishment from their one and only bar tender by the name of Chelsea, I believe...Her hair color is very bright pink/lavender/purple and would not tell us her name, when I asked her....as soon as we walked in she stopped us, so we waited to see what she wanted, but she just ignored us and just continued doing her thing. We sat down at the bar, waited patiently to give our order for our drinks and food. After 15 minutes of waiting, I noticed that she was standing by the cash register, just ignoring us. She didn't approach us to get our order, but got very aggressive with her tone and rudely shouted from where she was standing at the cash register, which was about 10 feet away from us, "I AM NOT SERVING YOU TODAY! I ask why? She responded shouting with some fabrication that she pulled out of her ass, "THE LAST TIME YOU WERE HERE YOU MADE A MESS, WHICH TOOK ME A LONG TIME TO CLEAN". I was shocked, because the last time I was there, she was not even working that day. It was a guy that was working and no one else besides the cook. So she kicked us out, refuse to give us the manager's name, owner's name and her name. I tried taking her picture, she turned her back to us and I caught a picture of her Ugly Fat back. The next day I called, the woman I spoke to would not provide me with a contact number, said that they do not have a manager. I will not recommend this establishment to anybody at all...I am not going to return to this place again and I have told everyone I know!!!! read more

Kristy P.

10 years ago

Owners suck! Lame place! Bartenders are rude. Hire some good ones maybe business will work out!

Justin H.

11 years ago

Good times

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