This small and cozy spot offers a warm, intimate dining experience that feels both comfortable and quaint. A reservation is a must, and it's easy to see why. The chef is deeply involved in the experience, often stepping out to engage with guests and ensure everything is just right. I ordered the Ahi Tuna-- cooked to absolute perfection --and also had a taste of the moussaka, which was hands down the best l've ever had. The desserts were just as impressive, rounding out an exceptional meal. The service was top-notch, attentive without being intrusive. This place is a true gem and an absolute must-visit. Thank you Patti read more

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What a lovely find. Super tiny, reservations required. Kind of like going to someone's home for dinner... food was incredible! Fresh, cooked to perfection and gorgeous presentation. Romantic, quiet, with a fancy vibe yet reasonable prices given the high end cuisine. 5 stars! read more

Cafe Collage - Crème Brûlée - Mediterranean Near Me - Oregon House, California

We love food and this is by far the best place we have ever eaten at. We are gluten free and the amount of food we could eat here was unreal. There wasn't anything we didn't like. We started with hummus and veggies, then got the dolmas which were warm and amazing.... Then moved to sharing the Greek moussaka, braised duck and slow roasted lamb shank. We ended with the dark chocolate mousse and chocolate torte and panna cotta. Again everything was gluten free, fresh and local. You could taste the love and feel the passion. We look forward to coming here again. read more

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Dinner with friends at this cozy little restaurant was just wonderful. I had lobster ravioli in a slightly spicy creamy sauce. My dining companions had lamb shanks and beef bourguignon which they greatly enjoyed. Salads were fresh and delicious. Great service. Amazing creme brulee and coffee. Just a great dining experience. read more

Awesome! A sumptuous treat in a quiet retreat. I've read about this place for years. We finally decided to treat ourselves and some friends and try this out. It's a bit of a drive, but still very worth it. Loads of parking and greeted by the proprietor and chef. You have to make reservations as this is a very small and intimate setting. It is bright, clean and very lovely inside but the food! The food is spectacular. We had. BRAISED DUCK RISOTTO, ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE , MEDITERRANEAN LAMB STEW WITH COUSCOUS, and LAMB SHANK. I'm sorry I didn't take pictures of the beautifully presented meals, but they were works of art and the flavors were sublime. Everything was delicious. We splurged and had four desserts! I've attached pictures of those. Once again, the presentation was over the top and the flavors for marvelous. If you have a special occasion, or you want to treat somebody , this is definitely the place to go. I know of no other place in the area with the atmosphere and attention to perfection that will match Cafe Collage. read more

Cafe Collage - Our 4 desserts. - Mediterranean Near Me - Oregon House, California

Food spectacular. Service outstanding. Ambiance unmatched. Highly recommend you try it. read more

What are unique and quaint little place. Can't say enough about the friendly personalized service and the delicious food. We had the lamb and the duck and really enjoyed both. You could taste the chefs unique blend of herbs that put his personal spin on both dishes it was a treat to spend the evening there. I don't think my photos do the food justice, but I will include them. read more

Cafe Collage - Duck with cherry sauce - Mediterranean Near Me - Oregon House, California

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My friends took me there to celebrate my birthday. The ambiance, the food, and the service was amazing.

The Food is Amazing! The Staff is intimate and the cozy comfort of a small romantic venue warm and wonderful! Great date place ! JoJo read more

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Decent food and a very nice place but the service is cold. I don't think staff stay long. The two times I ate at the cafe there were different people there and they didn't seem happy as if enjoying their work. read more

Mother's Day Dinner at Cafe Collage in Oregon House, CA. An exquisite Mediterranean-style restaurant with the most personal attention to service. Hummus was served first. We ordered the House Cured Greek Olives from the chef's own olive tree. The olives were served with delicious pita bread. Then, we enjoyed a very tasty Caesar Salad. Delicious! Hubby had the Beef Tenderloin. I had the Lamb Shank. We were stuffed after the meal and ordered our Chocolate Mousse to go. Expensive? Yes! But every bite makes it all worth it. Cafe Collage only has two servings a night: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. You must treat yourself to this dining experience at least once in your life. I wish I was a professional photographer because then I would know how to capture the true essence of the decadent cuisine. read more

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Great place to have a nice quiet dinner food was good service was good decor was nice and the chef n owner made you feel welcome

This quaint, beautiful dinning experience was amazing! Not only is the ambiance a breath of fresh air, the cuisine was delicious. I'm afraid if I don't go back soon I'll miss out on this seasons items when I wanted to try one or everything! The owner has curated the evening for each night. Reservations are required. Also ask about his cooking classes he offers! Even the bathroom is gorgeous! read more

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Oregon House, where Cafe Collage is located, is neither a commune or a farm. It's a small town not quite in the middle of nowhere, but you can see it from there. When visiting a friend who lives in Oregon House I learned that Cafe Collage is a great restaurant in town and "the" great restaurant in town. If you've seen Oregon House you'd never suspect a place like this with a large, ever-changing Mediterranean menu would exist out here. Thankfully though, it does. Pandemic precautions meant that my friend sent me that week's menu. I placed my order through her and she picked it up and brought it to her home. Unfortunately, I can't tell you what Cafe Collage looks like as I never saw it. But she wasn't kidding about the food. House-Cured Greek Olives ($6) and Collage Mirage ($16) were our chosen starters and the latter proved more than ample for three of us. A collection of dolmas, hummus, yogurt dip, pita, and more could've been dinner itself. Cioppino ($28) and Tunisian Couscous ($26) were chosen as our entrees and finding such bounty out here in Oregon House seemed as rare as a unicorn siting. Both were delightful and abundant. Oregon House isn't far from Grass Valley, a place more people have likely heard of. If you find yourself anywhere in the vicinity I'd recommend Cafe Collage. It's "the" great restaurant in a very small town but my taste buds told me it'd fare well even in a larger population with more available options. read more

This 5 star restaurant may seem out of place in the middle of nowhere but it is real and amazing - it is even worth the drive from Yuba City! The menu changes each week based on what is locally available. The head chef/ owner always makes sure to greet you and make you feel at home. The bread and home made hummus you get at the start of the meal is delicious - so delicious it's hard to stop eating. But make sure to save room for desert! My boyfriend and I always make sure to take our parents here when they visit and now it is one of their favorite things about visiting us. read more

I've ignored my normal rule of no 5-star reviews on only one visit. Why? Because the location of Cafe Collage is so removed from most people's travels that I believe the ability to get an amazing meal in this location is worth it's own star. So I'm in Downieville on a Saturday, and need to get some delicious food. I'm willing to drive approx. 1 hour. I'm taking a girlfriend. Frankly, I need to get away from the 8 dudes who have taken over my house for a cycling weekend. I Yelp up some locations, including going northeast to Sierraville or Loyalton or Portola, or heading west to Nevada City etc. Not gonna lie...I'm pretty pro at looking at the mapping system in Yelp (10 years Elite means I'm no fool LOL). Popping up is Cafe Collage in Oregon House. Excuse me? What? Okay...let's have a looksy. Yelpers are specific enough that I'm sold. I called and left a message to get a reservation at 6pm. Their machine lets you know that you'll only hear back from them if there's a problem. So off we go, and after a 55 minute drive, we arrive. They had our name and sat us immediately. There were a few people there already, and more continue to arrive. I think I counted 34 seats in the room we were in, and there's about 12-ish seats in another room. I was amazed at the fact that it felt both busy and serenely calm at the same time. Exactly the atmosphere you want. They have a diverse wine list with reds and whites by the glass and bottle, and to my delight, a port. We ordered up a couple of ports to peruse the menu. So many options...hard to choose. I decided on the cioppino and my girlfriend chose the moussaka. Did you catch that? Cioppino and Moussaka in Oregon House? Okay...just checking. It definitely took a little time for it to come out. We didn't care. We drank port, had another, talked to each other, and marveled at all the people coming in to fill up the restaurant. And a word on attire: this is one of the few places I've been that one would feel comfortable in their jeans and nice shirt and hiking shoes or tennis shoes (as I was in) or perking it up a little to be more dressy. Everything was okay. We got the Cioppino and Moussaka and...yum, yum, yum. I loved that the mussels were shelled for me. I'm sure that's not traditional, but I don't care. I've had enough mussel dishes that I'm telling you right now that it's a pleasure to have them pre-shelled. The flavor in the Cioppino sauce was so good...just enough spice, but not too much...and there was ahi and another fish I'm forgetting and shrimp in addition to the mussels. My girlfriend absolutely loved the Moussaka. And ps, it was big enough that she took a quarter of it home. Dessert: wasn't going to order it, because I was explodingly full, but girlfriend wanted chocolate mousse, so I couldn't sit there with nothing..I got the Meyer Lemon Sabayon. Like a light version of mousse. Oh.MY.Gawd. Soooo good. Truly. See my photos. I am telling everyone in Downieville and Sierra City, and those who make the trek up here from the bay area for cycling and fishing etc. - go through Marysville and go here. No joke. They also have a catering menu. I wish I had something leftover right now :-) Hubby is jealous so we'll be coming back together! read more

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Called ahead for a birthday dinner, turned out my wife and I were the only patrons. We were greeted by the owner/chef Salim and couldn't have had a better experience. He took us through the menu, history of the restaurant and surrounding properties. The food was fantastic, try the moussaka, you won't be disappointed. Looking forward to going back. read more

This place is the perfect little Get away if you want amazing quality food with the scenic views of Norcal.. This little gem nestled in the woods is what you want.! The food is eclectic and upscale... I promise you won't be disappointed... I've come back twice now and I see myself coming back again in the future... This by far is one of the best places in the county.! The service is a tent on the professionalism, and the food is even better... read more

Hands down best restaurant on this side of the foothills. Such a unique little spot. The food is so mouth watering delicious. And I always sit by the coolest people! Its kinda got an old school sushi bar vibe, in terms of chit chatting with neighboring tables. The chef is so friendly and personable. The food leaves you thinking about what you want to try the next visit! read more

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There were not many options from the Airbnb we stayed and was getting late, so we decided to come here. The food was delicious. Most if their menu contained dairy, so the choice was quite limited for me. None of their desserts were dairy free (and we ere too full anyway). If you are vegan or dairy free like me, this place will probably not for you. read more

Such a unique dining experience. My husband took me here for our anniversary. It was very small (only 12 people in the dining room) and we sat at the counter which was more private than at a table. The food was fabulous and the service was attentive and friendly. I would totally go again. read more

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Could be in the running for the best restaurant / Cafe per square ft. in all of Northern California. How could it possibly be in Oregon House , Ca. (?!?!?) A tiny little stop between Marysville and Bullard Bar Dam, named after a stage -stop hotel once located across the street where the Pony Express picked up mail to take to Oregon in the 1800's. Surprisingly sophisticated for such a rural area, on the western edge of the official Gold Country Map. Come witness this mystery. It could easily be a favorite in any metropolitan downtown scene, accept for the expansive bucolic vista off the back deck bordered by a charming creek. Count how many animals you might notice in the distance read more

Mediterranean food at its best and reasonably priced as well. Stop in, you won't be disappointed. read more

We spent the weekend in Bangor but hopped over to Cafe Collage for dinner, and it was delicious! Eating out of a to go container isn't quite the same experience that you'd normally have non-COVID restrictions, but the food was amazing, the service was very hospitable, and we will definitely go back next time we are in the area. I wanted to try everything on the menu but I ended up having the Lobster ravioli and I'd highly recommend it! read more

I can't tell you enough about this place. First time I visited Café College was about four years ago. The last time was two months ago. I have been on the road and had not had a decent meal in weeks. I was so excited that they were open during Covid19. I picked up my dinner. I was beyond happy and satisfied. The MOUSSAKA of course, is my number one favorite. read more

Amazing menu. Intimate setting! The owners are right there making sure everything is perfect and that everyone is happy and content.

This place is amazing. It took us a while to get a reservation however worth the wait. The food is amazing and the intimate setting was exactly what we wanted. Highly recommend this place. My wife and I loved it. We will definitely be going back read more

I have dined on food from Cafe Collage about 10 times, either in the restaurant, or take-out, as we live nearby. The food has always been remarkable. Recently 10 of us got together and dined in the new, 12-seat, location. Salim and staff were friendly, and considerate, and everyone said that their meals were delicious. Between the 10 of us, 8 separate entries were ordered. A nice wine list, great appetizers, and spectacular desserts, made for a memorable evening. Everyone in our group agreed we need to come again soon. Thank you Cafe Collage! read more

The food and service was spot on! Such nice people. The lamb shank was the best that we have ever had. We are lucky to have found this jewel in our small community. Highly recommended read more

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All I got to say is that it really brings out your taste buds. And also my daughters enjoyed her part of the meals. Such a good place. Great wine, beer and food read more

Cafe Collage - She enjoyed the lamb bone. Such a good place. Really brings out your taste buds. - Mediterranean Near Me - Oregon House, California

This place is fantastic! All the veggies are locally grown and even the meat is local. The presentation is great, you can tell the owner really takes pride in his food. And best of all, it's delicious! And they offer local wines too (I love supporting local businesses!) But seriously, the food is amazing and I tell all my friends about it. Definitely worth the trip if you're even remotely in the area. read more

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Lovely ambience, Beautiful food and amazing service. What else does one need in a dining experience!! Our dish was modified to meet our tastes. The chef was really very accommodating. It's best to make reservations. It's not full not there's a long wait. The reservation really just helps them prepare for you, better. It's a small town and reservations help. read more

I cannot wait to go back to Cafe Collage. This is a small restaurant with outstanding food. We started with hummus and pita bread to whet our appetites. The main courses were spinach ricotta ravioli, Greek moussaka (eggplant), lamb shank and beef tenderloin. Each dish was delicious. The sauces very tasteful. We normally don't get dessert but we had the buttermilk panna cotta which became our new favorite dessert. Do not miss this treasure of a restaurant. read more

Cafe Collage - Dessert!! - Mediterranean Near Me - Oregon House, California

Who would ever have thought to find Michelin-level food way out here in the foothills? If I had to explain the experience of eating here with good friends, Babette's Feast comes to mind. Chef Salim really delivers. You can feel his love of cooking emanating from each bite. Each of us felt we had the most delicious dish and did not covet the others. I had the French Cassoulet, it was to die for (I'm still day dreaming about it!). The European-style pizza was crispy and scrumptious. The cake dessert was light yet rich, if such a thing is even possible. The service was attentive. Well worth the price we paid, and we plan to make room in our budget to keep going. read more

Thank You Soooo Much Salim, Anne, and the whole team at Cafe Collage!!!! Our dinner, wine, and dessert were all truly wonderful and so worth the drive into the foothills. If you haven't been to Cafe Collage, you are missing out on some of the most wonderful dining in the North State. I highly recommend making a reservation and getting up there with your loved ones. The passion for fine foods, the attention to detail, and the unmatched service were truly appreciated!!! We will see you soon. Ryan read more

Cafe collage is so great! A very sophisticated menu. Sweet and knowledgeable wait staff. You won't find anything better a hundred miles in any direction. read more

My favorite restaurant in California! I have spent many holidays and special occasions here. The staff is incredible- attentive, accommodating and kind. The food is out of this world- I could order everything off the menu. My favorites are the lobster ravioli and the aged beef tenderloin. Cafe Collage is truly a hidden gem you must experience! read more

Great service, great food, great atmosphere. It's tiny, but very personal. The food is amazing! The chef comes out to discuss all the food and help with wine pairings. This is not a place to be missed if you're in the area! read more

Awesome food, highly recommended! We had an awesome dinner here last night. The lobster bisque was amazing, the lamb shank was wonderful too! My wife loved the spinach ravioli too!!! If you're in the area be sure to make a stop here!!! You will love it too!!! read more

PROS: Expertly prepared traditional Mediterranean dishes; an exciting variety of items on the menu; attentive service; speaking with Chef Salim about ingredients, wine, etc.. CONS: Due to its relatively remote location, you have to REALLY plan to go. I wished there were more Renaissance wines by the glass; wine is pricey. Dining at a slower time in an empty (or near-empty) dining room is a bit awkward, but it's also an opportunity to engage with staff about the food and area. REVIEW: This place has been on my radar for a couple of years ... On July 26, we were in the area on a Sunday to drop off kids at Lake Francis' Camp Rockin' U, so we arrived around 5:30 pm and were quickly seated in the lovely, colorfully decorated dining area. For the entire hour-plus of our dining time, we were the only customers, which at first seemed a bit weird. But chef Salim checked on us personally and we had some nice conversations about his experiences in Tunisia, Greece and locally. Very interesting man of many talents. Seeing a lot of wine bottles at the upper limit of our price threshold, we opted for wine by the glasses. The first two (white and red) were OK, but we inquired about Renaissance wines produced nearby and Salim soon produced a very nice Syrah off the menu. Thank you! Since the restaurant has a connection to Renaissance, I'm hoping more of that wine can be available -- at least by the glass. It's very good wine that's very hard to find retailed. My girlfriend ordered the Greek moussaka, which is like an eggplant/ground beef/mozzarella lasagna. The meat is spiced with nutmeg and cinnamon. Great stuff, and a good value at $19 (including a nice mixed greens house salad. I ordered the cassoulet, not really knowing what to expect. Wow! This amazing, rich stew/casserole of southern France was made very traditionally with lamb shank and duck braised in red wine, with andouille sausage, white beans and a garnish of young string beans. It also came with a house salad. The cassoulet was so savory and rich. I appreciated that both dishes were served in oven-hot pottery which kept the food hot through the entire meal. Sadly, there was no room for dessert, but the dessert menu looked great. I want also to mention the light and fluffy homemade bread was served with a hummus. Very tasty. We also ordered the house-made mix olives appetizer, which was excellent. There was enough left over to take home. Same with the cassoulet. I came in with high expectations and they were exceeded. We'll be back soon. read more

Cafe Collage - Mediterranean melting pots: Oven hot cassoulet (center) and Greek moussaka, with mixed olives, bread and wine. - Mediterranean Near Me - Oregon House, California