We. Love. This. Place…read more The family who works it. The ingredients that they use. The attitude of service. The devotion to quality. Duffy's had become and integral part of our weekly routines. It's perfect for a quick coffee and snack on the go, but it's also wonderful to meet friends and family at. It's a relaxed but polished place, full of smiles and good smells. I love their breakfast sandwiches. My kids adore the gluten free muffins Miss Kelly makes. Their coffee is my universal pick-me up. Mr. Doug never fails to make my kids smile, while Delaney and Peyton are always so patient and charming with the children. When I asked my son what special place he wants to go for his birthday dinner, he yelled "Duffy's" and the rest of them said "for me too!" He was so disappointed that it wasn't a dinner option, but you bet dollars to bagels (like the locally sourced ones stocked here) that we will be there for his birthday coffee! Duffy's is a most welcomed addition to our side of town and I wonder what we did without it.

Stopped in for a late lunch after a nearby hike. This place is adorable! Super nice inside. Large,…read morevery clean bathroom. The women working were very friendly and welcoming. I had a Roast Beef & Swiss on sourdough, which had sautéed peppers and onions, baby spinach, and horseradish sauce. It was perfect, wouldn't change a single thing. The sourdough was perfectly toasted, plenty of meat, good ratio to peppers and onions. Even the spinach was a nice touch. And not too much horseradish sauce to be overwhelming. Top notch, would absolutely come back here if I'm in the area again.

This place is an absolute gem of a restaurant. My best friend and I found this place over a year…read moreago and have been back several times as well as brought people with us. Amazing atmosphere, absolutely delicious food, cocktails are amazing, and staff is delightful! Highly recommend this Loam. Get the bacon, you won't be sorry!

I'm really disappointed by our Mother's Day experience at Loam--especially because we've had great…read morevisits here before. We had a 10:45 reservation but ended up waiting outside on the sidewalk for over 40 minutes. We got a couple of "it'll be soon" updates and one offer to sit at a picnic table on the sidewalk. That wasn't an option for my husband's back. And, by that point, it felt like we'd already had the full sidewalk experience! To add to the frustration, we watched a table that would have fit our party turn over and be given to a group that had arrived well after us. Once seated, things didn't improve much. Our daughter has celiac disease, and after talking through options with our server, she ordered a modified breakfast plate. When it arrived, it had two slices of (gluten-full) toast placed right in the middle. We asked for a remake. While we were waiting someone came over to tell us (firmly) that the kitchen isn't dedicated gluten-free. We fully get that, but that's different from putting bread on top of everything on the plate, especially after we'd already discussed the restriction. As I was saying that, the staff member walked away. The interaction felt more like a lecture than the apology that would've been appropriate. The food overall was okay, but not memorable. My husband said the "special" Bloody Mary was the worst he's ever had--memorable, just not in a good way. On the positive side, the gluten-free coffee cake was excellent, and thankfully the company made the day worthwhile. My guess is there may have been an issue with our reservation. We made it in person previously and it was written in a notebook. When we called to confirm the day before, they initially couldn't find it. It felt like it might not have made it into the system, and they were trying to accommodate on the fly once they realized it. If that's the case, a little transparency upfront would have gone a long way--we would have appreciated the option to adjust our plans rather than end up waiting outside for so long. Overall, this felt like a series of misses and mishandled opportunities to improve the experience. It's also an excellent reminder of why I normally steer clear of dining out on holidays.

What a gem! It was such a treat to experience the love and care that Jen puts into every dish/drink…read moreat The Porch. We're not local to the area and happened to stop in on our way to Ponzi Winery, and we're so glad we did. From the moment we arrived, we loved the environment, delicious food, and refreshing drinks. Jen has created something truly special--a place built on great vibes, incredible food, and genuine care. Thank you, Jen, for such a memorable experience.

It's a little food cart with a win on big taste! Owner and other staff are friendly and serve it…read moreall with a smile. Seating outside or get your items to go! Simple menu made well. I'm looking forward to trying all the items they offer!

I have a feeling Alea will be known for so much more than its incredible bakery…read more I had the opportunity to attend one of their curated chef dinners, and it was such a memorable meal. The chef-owners, Brendan & Haley, prepared and served a thoughtfully curated multi-course dinner featuring the freshest seasonal Oregon ingredients. Every course was beautifully executed, but the duck was, without question, the best I've ever eaten. Perfectly cooked, incredibly flavorful, and something I'll be telling everyone I talk to who plans to go to Willamette Valley. What made the evening even more special was hearing directly from the chefs as they shared the inspiration behind each dish and highlighted the incredible local farms and producers they partner with. It felt intimate, personal, and unlike a traditional restaurant experience. You could feel the care and intention that went into every detail. If you only know Alea for its amazing bread, breakfast, or pastries, you're missing one of the most unique dining experiences in McMinnville. Some meals fill you up, and others stay with you in your heart. I wish these two the very best of luck and hope to make my way back soon!

We arrived at 3:30pm (30 min before they close) on a Sunday. There were still pastries left. We…read moreparked on the street. Alea is in Mac Market. The market was mostly empty. We walked towards the back where Alea was. We ordered the 16oz latte to stay and the spelt cookie and tart. The tart was very good - we would definitely get that again. There was a lot of seating. The space is shared with a small grocery, pizza, beer and custom tshirt shop.

Great burgers! This is my favorite burger stop in the area - Their traditional cheeseburger is…read moregreat (I get a double). The secret, IMO, is that they grill the bun to make it crispy. The seasoned fries are another of my go-to's here ( better than the normal fries and tots). I like their onion rings, too. For your sweet tooth, their ice cream and shakes are also top-notch. This is a casual, family-friendly place with great food and great service.

Interesting blast from the past. It's a Fifties Dinner and Ice Cream shop in…read more Sat in a red and white seat booth. Order at the counter, double bacon Swiss with large fries. The frys are frozen skin on. I really love frys fresh. It's much more labor intensive but very tasty. I ate my frys first and was satisfied. The Bacon Swiss burger was big juicy and tasty! It's made with regular ingredients but somehow they magically added the deliciousness. I just had to get a double Spumoni. Oh Yummy! This is a busy place. And now I know why. Just really good food.

We rolled in in a rush with six ladies for cappuccinos and pastries. This adorable staff helped us…read morehappily and quickly with amazing coffees and pastries. Fast courteous and lovely service, especially the cute little helper. Fabulous to go when other establishments and coffee shops in the area are closed on Mondays or Tuesdays.

Different year and almost the same order. :-) We were…read morepleased to see that the Carlton Coffee Company is still going strong! Wonderful service! Delicious coffee and treats, we ordered a Ghirardelli's mocha, a chai latte and a brownie today - yum! The brownie was fresh and decadent! Cute little spot with Comfortable seating and lots of light.

Very warm welcomes when we came in. We found comfy spot and ordered our drinks. The staff was very…read morekind and attentive. It's clean and pretty quiet. We got 2 apps and 2 pizzas. All were delicious. Mozzarella was warm and gooey, artichoke dip with pita was so good. Both pizzas came out hot! Very cheesy and some of the best crust I've ever had. Also, the house made marinara is out of this world! Worth a drive out to Yamhill for the best pizza I've ever had.

This is such a cute spot with a beautiful bar center piece…read more We eaten a few thing here and have been happy with most. The pizza is good. My husband like the paninis and the side winder fry's. We've been on a busy night and on a slow night. On a busy night service is terrible. On a slow night service is fairly good.

The food and baked goods that they have here are AMAZING! Personally, I love the Lavender…read moreShortbread. Their service is always friendly and quick, and the overall feel is very cozy and relaxing!

Awesome BLT! Especially if you like a lot of bread. That said, this is a pretty huge sando, and the…read morebread it's on is a wonderfully fresh baguette of large proportions, fluffy inside and a bit of crust outside. Bacon was perfect, not too overdone, and it all came together nicely. TBH, the bread kinda overpowered the fillings, but so it goes. Came with a lovely mixed green salad, small, but much appreciated. Service was quick and to the point, bathrooms clean, and indoor ambiance homey and chill, good enough for a quick bite but nothing to linger in. Also? No WiFi. Bummer for a coffee shop.