This is without question my favorite restaurant. Every time I come to Albany I try to get dinner…read moreat least once . Every at our table ranted and raved about their meal. Our waiter Jesse, is one of a kind. It's always dinner and a show as he describes each plate

Overpriced bad food. We got reservations but turned out we didn't need them because the place was…read moreempty. Despite being empty, service was bad. No one filled our waters the whole time. The food wasn't very good and it came out cold. Halibut was as expected, steak not great.

A busy Sunday afternoon , with live music. Great food, great service, pooch friendly. I will…read moredefinitely be back. The Reuben sandwich was perfect. And I loved the fries and the pickle too.

Great beer , food and service . Vibe is community friendly . Like an eclectic Neighbors . Very dog…read morefriendly . This would be my hang out if I lived here .

Service - mostly friendly! I called in the day of to reserve a table for 5. It was for 12:30 on a…read moreTuesday and they said they will have a table ready for me. I asked if they needed my name and was told by the hostess "no." I thought it was a little weird, but went with it. My coworker arrived first and he said reservations for 5. They asked him for a name! Haha, he said they looked at him like he was crazy. So that was weird. Otherwise, once we all arrived, the service was very friendly and attentive. Ambiance - it was open and had a mix of high top tables, low top, and bar seating. When it's busy, it's quite noisy. Not a place you can really carry a long conversation. I did notice there was a loft area that looks like a private party/gathering could be held. Once everyone left after the lunch rush, it was much quieter. Food - Yum! We started with the lemon pepper wings, which were recommended by our wait staff. The worst thing with wings are when they are dry and jerky like. This was not the case at Loafers. The wings were piping hot when they came out. Too hot to eat immediately. Once you got into the meat of the wings, it was moist. The lemon pepper flavor was great. Citrusy and peppery, not too salty. The wings came with baby carrots and celery sticks. I got the Buddha bowl which includes Rice, carrots, purple cabbage, avocado, sesame seeds, micro cilantro, mung bean sprouts, watermelon radish & peanut sauce and added seared ahi. I requested no rice and the waitress said it would be nothing if I don't get the rice, so she suggested getting salad. The bowl was massive. I'm not sure I needed the salad. It was really filling and the tuna was delicious. I felt the peanut sauce was a bit salty so I barely used it. Tuna has a pepper crust, so it was also flavorful. Overall, happy with our experience there for our team lunch.

Beautiful environment in the heart of downtown! Right next to the historic carousel, this is a…read moremust-try restaurant! Service was quick despite the full dining room, and the menu selection was expansive. Lots too choose from, although a bit on the pricier side. Portion sizes decent, but appearance and taste were absolutely fantastic! Would come again if friends/family visited, but not an every week type of place. Changing table available in one of the restrooms, high chairs available, although loud environment can be distracting for some babies. Overall good experience!

We were so happy we found this place! We had delicious cold…read morebeer, crazy-inexpensive-tasty street tacos and quesadilla, and any football game we requested. It was admittedly pretty quiet at noon on Sunday, but it was nice to chat with the friendly sweet bartender. Will definitely go back if we get back to Albany.

Great beer selection and service The food is find of hit…read moreand miss Have had some good food there but I have been disappointed with some of it

As a self-proclaimed breakfast burrito fiend, I've eaten a lot of breakfast burritos over the…read moreyears, and The Pepper Tree is easily one of my favorite stops in the Albany area. The food is consistently delicious, fresh, and generously portioned. The breakfast burritos are packed with flavor, perfectly cooked, and exactly the kind of meal that keeps you thinking about coming back.

I love sausages in all flavors and they have a wonderful selection. I have been there twice and…read moremake it a point to visit whenever I drive to or through Albany to stock up. The service is always friendly and the prices are reasonable for the quality. The bacon cooks up perfectly with hardly any spatter or left over grease. The hot dogs a very tasty!

Such a fun hidden spot in Albany! Great outdoor seating area around the food carts, with heaters…read morefor the cooler temps! Many food options ranging from sushi to street tacos. I had the Hawaiian chicken plate and the flavors were amazing, however they ran out of a few options.

This place is fantastic! There looks to be 10-12 food carts offering a wide range of cuisines. I…read moreordered from Big Sisters' Thai Kitchen and loved my pumpkin curry. Mmmm, delicious! There is a large barn-like structure with restrooms and indoor seating, as well as a large covered outdoor seating area in between two rows of food carts. The complex is flanked by two parking lots on each end with ample parking. There also appears to be a fair number of accessible parking spaces for those with mobility issues. The Barn at Hickory Station is a great addition to the community, offering a family-friendly environment where kids can run free in a large grassy area. I'll definitely return the next time I find myself in the Albany area.

The reason we were in Albany was for our daughter's college graduation from Oregon State…read moreUniversity, GO BEAVS! Anyways, we had called a few restaurants in the area hoping to get some dinner. This was the only place that said,"Yeah, we can seat you!" So, hubs and I make our way from our roadside motel (Studio 6, review will be posted) to downtown Albany. The parking situation was a little confusing, but we found parking a few blocks from the restaurant. We got a table, yay! The place is pretty cool, it was a bank back in the day. They have a nice limited menu which offers options for all sorts of food preferences. So, our table was full of carnivores, lol. Hubs had the special which was a smoked prime rib, daughter's boyfriend had the Wagyu Brisket burger and my college grad had the filet. I also had the filet. Everything was super tasty! I would totally recommend if you aren't in a hurry. The servers were great.

Cute venue. But the seats by the door can be cold when people keep getting in and out as there's…read moreonly 1 door Pom Pom fizz: I like the flavor with a nice fizz Italian cream soda: not much flavor but a huge cup. It's just non flavored cream with fizz water Truffle fries: some of the best textured fries I've had. Really crispy on the outside. Could be perfect if the truffle flavor is a bit stronger Creole Prawn: the bread is really crispy. The shrimp and sauce isn't very Cajun for my taste. More of a northwest interpretation. Pretty mild Pork porterhouse: huge chunk of pork. The outside is a bit dry. Inside is pretty tender. However, it's lacking flavor. The tomato sauce isn't adding much flavor either. Top sirloin: it's ok. Wanted to order the burger but it's sold out. Just a normal steak. Nothing special Cream brûlée: love this one. Huge size for just 7$. Silky smooth custard with fresh fruit. The only downside is the sugar on top is a bit burned Service is good. Waitress is very nice.

Rainy Day, Great Bar Seat, and One Memorable Meal…read more It was a cold, rainy Oregon afternoon when I stumbled into Castor, and I'm glad I did. There happened to be one open seat at the bar, which is my favorite place to dine when traveling. Sitting at the bar lets you talk story with the bartender, learn the menu, and watch the cocktails come together. If you're eating alone, I highly recommend grabbing a seat here. The bartender was friendly, easy to talk with, and clearly knew both the menu and the craft behind the bar. One thing that stood out right away was their use of fresh local ingredients, which really shows up in the flavor of the dishes and drinks. I started with the Golden Manhattan, made with a pecan-infused bourbon that was fantastic. It had a rich, slightly nutty flavor with warm vanilla notes and just the right touch of sweetness. Smooth, balanced, and a great way to kick off the meal. Alongside that I ordered the chorizo clam chowder, which brought a creamy base with just the right amount of spice from the chorizo. Comfort food with a little personality. For dinner I switched gears and ordered the Creole Sour. This one really stood out. Bright citrus up front, a smooth bourbon backbone, and a subtle spice note that tied perfectly into the Creole theme. It had that classic sour balance, tart, slightly sweet, and refreshing without overpowering the drink. Dinner was the gumbo with hot bread and butter, and it delivered. Deep flavor, a nice slow warmth from the spice, and hearty enough to make the rainy Oregon weather feel like part of the experience. To finish things off I kept it simple with a neat pour of Ben Holladay, which made for the perfect nightcap. The staff were welcoming and relaxed, which made the whole experience feel easy and comfortable. This is the kind of place that works whether you're dining solo, meeting friends, out with someone special, or grabbing dinner with a group. The price point landed right where it should be for the quality of food, cocktails, and service. If you're in Corvallis and can grab a seat at the bar at Castor, take it. Order a cocktail, settle in, and enjoy the ride. It turned a rainy afternoon into one heck of a meal.

We've had good meals here in the past but this evening it was quite underwhelming for a not…read moreinexpensive meal. The chicken dish was overdone and dry. The shrimp and grits was bland and not very appealing. The frites were what seemed like a lot of small pieces and bits you'd find in the bottom leftovers of a big bag of pre-cut frozen French fries and, frankly, were overcooked. The French onion soup tasted almost burned, not rich and deeply flavored as would be expected of such an item. There was nothing about the meal that screamed or even whispered "fine dining" except for the price. We won't be back.