The food is so good. The atmosphere is very nice. The guy that runs the bar and lottery, his name is Wayne. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. Thank you So much read more

Tradition is a tower that falls when those who dwell within tear down their own bricks. My wife and I have been coming here for over 13+ years, until cancer made visiting impossible, and they decided that only people who eat in are allowed to participate. Route 99 in Brooks has agreed to let me pick up food and bring it back to my sick wife. We've had many good memories here; sadly, one person at the front blew up the base of our long-held tradition. Oh well, Route 99 doesn't mind that my wife is sick and fighting for her life and have helped us to continue the tradition elsewhere. Sadly, Elmers does, and their customer service is shit. But that's what new traditions are for. read more

I am writing to formally express my disappointment regarding my experience at the Elmer's location in Salem, Oregon on Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 09:00 AM. Prior to our visit, I called the restaurant on Thursday to inform staff that a party of nine would be coming in on Sunday to celebrate two birthdays. When I arrived with my group, I mentioned that I had called ahead and that someone had written down our party of nine. Instead of simply helping us get seated, the staff member at the front began lecturing me that the restaurant "does not take reservations." I was not trying to argue about reservations--I was simply explaining that I had called ahead as a courtesy. I asked that we just be seated for nine people, but the lecturing continued even after I repeated that I only wanted to be seated. Unfortunately, the experience became even more upsetting once we were ordering. Both my mother and I have had bariatric surgery. As many restaurants allow, we presented the medical card we carry from our doctor that explains we are allowed to order from the children's menu due to the strict portion limitations required after bariatric surgery. Despite showing this card to the waitress and explaining the situation, your manager denied our request to order from the kids' menu. This was extremely disappointing and frankly very inappropriate. The card clearly explains that this accommodation is medically necessary and recommended by our doctors. Denying it without consideration shows a lack of understanding and compassion toward customers with medical needs. Between being lectured at the door and then having a medically supported request denied, the overall experience was very frustrating and embarrassing in front of my entire party. This is not the level of hospitality or respect customers should expect when dining out. I hope you will take this complaint seriously, review how this situation was handled, and provide additional training to staff and management on how to properly address customer concerns and medical accommodations. If I could leave negative stars I would. read more

Elmer's Restaurant - Diners Near Me - Salem, Oregon

Many people we know prefer to stick with tried-and-true restaurant choices, which we understand. My wife and I, however, usually like to explore something different. On this trip with family, we collectively decided to try this regional chain--and ended up returning the next morning as well. Elmer's has about 29 locations across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, California, and Arizona. We've been to one of their other locations before and thought it was just okay. We came in both Saturday and Sunday around 9 am. It was a little busy, but we were seated right away. The setup and menu style are similar to places like Denny's, Shari's, Black Bear, IHOP, or Perkins, with a strong focus on breakfast. They also offer lunch and dinner options. Their menu is available all day, allowing you to order breakfast, lunch, or dinner at any time the restaurant is open. Both mornings, our group of four was seated immediately, and each of us ordered breakfast dishes such as omelets and platters. The food came out promptly, and everyone enjoyed their meals both days. Service was attentive, and the overall experience was consistent. While this wouldn't necessarily be our first choice, we can see why Elmer's does well. It's reliable, comfortable, and delivers exactly what you'd expect. read more

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I posted a bad review last year. My husband and I decided to try again on mother's Day and there was only 2 other tables during a busy time on this day. The waitresses were busy arguing by the cooks station and there was a wait to be seated but my husband was set for the crab Benedict so we waited. Finally we were seated and after a long wait finally got drinks and later much later our order was taken. 40 minutes no joke our food arrived. My husband had some crab but my Benedict didn't have any crab. The waitress finally came by the table to drop off our $55.00 bill. No waitress was on the floor before that. Wow expensive bait and switch waitress wouldn't hear of the missing crab just walked away. Money is tight for the elderly but corporate wanted it more. read more

After travelling the full morning from Ashland, and dealing with a truck canyon on I-5 for seemingly 100 miles, we were famished. Wife looked up restaurants in Salem, we managed to take a wrong turn, didn't see a lot that was interesting (Denny's... sheesh, one star trolling there), and wound up here. It's a chain diner, so modify your expectations. It felt like the opening scene from "Pulp Fiction" without the robbery or flashback to hits of the early 1960's, given the characters that were present. Service was fine, nothing special, and the same could be said for the food. The one thing that stood out was that there's apparently a bar in the back of the joint, with a stern "Adults Only" sign greeting you. Maybe that's where the action is, for better or for worse. read more

Second time stopping by an Elmer's, first time at this location. It's a typical chain diner but we have always had consistent service and food. Lots of free parking, clean table and friendly service. Today were had the Denver & Tillamook cheddar omelet with hasbrowns, German Pancake with Lingonberry, Avacado Benedict and the chicken fried steak bowl. We all loved our meals and had a great time enjoying breakfast together. The Northwest Lodge Blend coffee was great as well. read more

I was visiting family and just had to go back. Food was delicious as usual! Can't wait to visit again read more

Elmer's Restaurant - Crepes, strawberry. Big portion. But delicious! - Diners Near Me - Salem, Oregon

Food is great. The hostess & wait staff are alright, some days. Other days a bit lack luster and lazy. (That has been our experience each visit over the last several years.) However, the United States Flag at this location has been damaged. It appears the line holding the Flag has been cut or broken. Please attend to this issue at once. So the our nations Flag is properly displayed. I've tried the "contact us" option to report it to just you, however, it appears after the 5th try now, it's unoperational. Thank you for your attendance to this matter!! Sincerely, US Citizen & Elmer's customer. read more

Wonderful wait staff. Everyone treated us kindly. We enjoyed our breakfasts. The portions are healthy. My blueberry pancakes were good. Elmer's provides much more value for your money than another place in town which serves a lot of pancakes. There is ample parking. The service was reasonably prompt. The server checked on us at the right Interval...not so often to be intrusive...not so long to make you think you had been forgotten...just right... I would have the staff do a taste test. The link sausage seems to be overly seasoned with cloves. This would be message to pass along to the maker of the sausage. read more

Good local place. Great service. Food options were plentiful and varied. I got the stuffed hash browns with the local tillamook cheese fresh local bacon and local sausage. Fresh seasonal fruit. So good read more

Elmer's Restaurant - Diners Near Me - Salem, Oregon

What seemed to be a welcoming location while waiting for my car to be serviced nearby, I decided to walk over to Elmer's. I had my work computer on my persons in a backpack that I did not want to leave in a parked car. My review cannot be on the quality of the food or experience while dining, however my "warm" welcome was shortly snuffed out by the employment as I was not allowed to have my personal belongings with me. I explained that my work computer was in my bag and just wanted to eat while waiting for a simple service to be done across the street. I even asked if it could be put away and I could not leave it alone as it was a corporate device with confidential information on it. This made absolutely no difference and I was told to leave immediately if I could not get rid of my backpack. Nothing "warm" about how I was treated by staff other than a garbage person trying to put one over on this place of business. Never been to this place and from how I was treated, I refuse to ever come back. Too bad places like this don't understand that patrons are what keep a business open and I will NEVER recommend this place to anyone. Backpacks are essentially a purse for males and this kind of discrimination is sad. I wonder if a police officer carrying a briefcase in would be turned away as they could steal something also. My mother was in the restaurant business for 30+ years locally in Salem area and she was disgusted. Zero stars. Have a nice day. read more

Food great. Ditch baby bigger than plate. Bacon crisp, sausage perfect, eggs light and not over cooked. That combo fed me and my support animal with only an addition 2 meats for his carb needs. Steak was good. With eggs snd hash browns nicely done with good presentation. Had mimosas and they came out quickly and had nice balance. The staff were friendly and were supportive of ESA. Loved the staff. read more

I have come here twice in the last 2 weeks, With the intention of playing a little lottery and ordering lunch and both times I have been completely ignored by the bartender/server. I used to enjoy coming here, But I doubt I'll be back. read more

Hello peeps!! THE DENDINGERS ARE IN OREGON!!! you know we had to try the restaurants here so here is my first review! Talk about amazing! Service we all had amazing food! I ordered the stake with mash potatoes. It was amazing wife and son ordered the bacon burger and the little one ordered sliders. Our waitress was amazing sucks I did not get her name but she was super cool and brought us sodas with out us even asking her for refills read more

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Food is okay. Hash browns are a little different, kind of like wide noodles. Wish it was a little cleaner building.

Very filling breakfast. Amazing and fun service. I had the savory crepes, my husband had a breakfast platter, and son had an omelette. We all skipped lunch and we were not hungry at all even though we moved out son into his dorm at OSU .. didn't eat dinner until around 7pm and we were fine. read more

As soon as we sat down (Sharya) our server came up right away and took our drink orders . She was very nice , patient and professional as took our order and I must say it did not take us more 10-12 minutes to sit down got our drinks got food that so deliciously demolished and enjoyed so much that we thought it was worth our time come in here and praise sharya for hospitality and great positive attitude. Thank you shyraia. read more

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Absolutely excellent location for breakfast. Service was quick and friendly. Food came out quickly especially with how busy it was but was not lacking in quality. The German Pancake was worth the wait alone, hadn't had one before but would order it again in a heartbeat. Cinnamon roll pancakes were phenomenal, buttermilk biscuits were fluffy and delicious, as was the butter they came with. Everything was cooked and seasoned to perfection. read more

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We ended up here after meeting up close by to go check out the Keizer Christmas lights. We were fine with a diner because it gave you plenty of options. The place is open and clean, and since it's the holidays they had Christmas and Hanukah decorations up. Server was friendly and attentive. My mom enjoyed her fish and chips and I decided on a Monte Cristo sandwich because you don't find that everywhere. My sandwich was plenty loaded and I really enjoyed the strawberry dip. The bathrooms were clean and they have a pretty big area in back to eat and play video lotto games. We stepped inside for a minute because my partner wanted to gamble a bit. Luckily he came out a little ahead for the night. Server back there was also really nice. It's just a diner I know, but a decent place to stop if that's what you're looking for. read more

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First time ever having German Pancake. It was really good. I recommend trying if you've never had one. Similar to a crepe but better. read more

Elmer's Restaurant - German Pancake - Diners Near Me - Salem, Oregon

I just ordered my usual Cobb salad and it came with processed chicken! Not good Elmer's. Gross and Disappointing! Will try Albany location and ask first. Maybe it's just here? read more

Elmer's Restaurant - Cobb salad fake chicken - Diners Near Me - Salem, Oregon

A little disappointing. I was expecting better food. I was excited. My German Pancake turned out like this. My father's meal - Turkey dinner was too salty. My husband's hashbrowns were burnt. Service was ok. Older place. Not too clean. I was in the bathroom multiple times during my meal. Not clean. read more

Food is good, but their seating is crazy ridiculous. There were 10 tables open that could seat 1 to 4 people. When I asked them how come so many people were waiting to be seated when there was alot of tables open, I was told that parties were seated in the order as they come in. So if there was is two people waiting they had to wait to be seated after a party of 6 because the 6 came in first! Dumbest thing I've ever heard at a restaurant in my 53 years! read more

The service was very good and the server was very attentive. The bathroom was clean but in poor repair with a hole in the ceiling and the TP dispenser held together with masking tape. I didn't get potatoes. I got the crab Benedict which had a moderate amount of crab with over cooked poached eggs and tomatoes that were in between green and red. It wasn't hot and the meat was not fresh. Lynette got a fruit crepe I think and lucky they overdid the whipped cream because the strawberries were un-ripened and "bitter." Nice environment and wait staff. But for the price poor quality food. Plenty of other choices in town. read more

Elmer's Restaurant - Crab Benedict with hard boiled eggs. - Diners Near Me - Salem, Oregon

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Packed on Saturday morning we waited 15 minutes for a table for 6 and had quick friendly service. The hostess Angelina did a great job checking in with us while we waited! German pancake is a must. My son and wife had monte cristo sandwiches and loved them and my daughter had chicken strips and they were a hit. Clean tables, good diner coffee and our waitress was nice as heck even though it was busy as it could be. We'll be back! read more

We don't have Elmers in California unless you travel to Palm Springs and that's a far drive for brunch. We were driving up to Lacey, Washington and was excited to see them so we stopped and I'm glad we did. They have inside dining which I miss and they are doing great at distancing people. I have only tried the breakfast which I enjoyed, my hubby had oatmeal with toppings, French toast was delish, potatoe pancakes great, amazing bacon ( cooked perfectly) and the eggs with cheese. I say if you are near this place you have to try it. Great customer service! read more

I got the signature lemon German pancake and it didn't disappoint. The location if clean and service was sharp and quick. I am giving 4 stars because they are a great diner, but still nothing that would put them above and beyond any other diner from what I could tell... read more

I ordered the German pancake with eggs and chicken sausage. My husband ordered the avocado Benedict with hash browns. The wait was average, food came out hot and delicious! No complaints. The German pancake is an Elmer's favorite of mine and I go there specially to order it. I love it with just the lemon and butter but you can order it with different fruit as well. Our waitress was lovely, checked on us multiple times and brought us our check quickly when we were ready for it. Can't wait for our next Elmer's brunch date! read more

Elmer's Restaurant - Diners Near Me - Salem, Oregon

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Wanted to change it up and big and passed by and decided to head in. It was a party of three and I ordered fried shrimp. I was kinda disappointed as it looked like the boxed frozen ones you can buy. Maybe this was the norm. I was hoping for them to batter their shrimp and fish? The other orders were good and seemed to be fresh. I would think the shrimp would be better as the have seasonal seafood dishes. read more

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This is a resteraunt that's been around for a long time in salem. Locals come here on the daily, especially the older generation for the early bird specials. The breakfast here is amazing and they use fresh eggs which is surprisingly uncommon at other resteraunts. The lunch menu is also decent with options between soups, salads, sandwiches, wraps and much more. I've never personally come here for dinner but the dinner menu is always tempting to me. For the seafood lovers out there they have a big salmon dish which I hear is amazing. This place is surprising big with two large dining areas, a fire place and a lobby for the smokers and gamblers. The ambience is casual and it's a great place to take the family! read more

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My Dad and I ate the crabacado omelets and they were amazing! Never thought of crab in an omelette! Fresh and flavorful crab, bacon and cheese. Loved every bite! read more

There breakfast meals are so yummy. If you're there at night get the Prime Rib it's so good. The servers and wait staff were so friendly. Felt very homey. Oh yeah try the club sandwich or monte cristo read more

This location was not busy mid morning. We were seated and ordered quickly. The staff were kind and checked in with us frequently. My husband liked his omelet and hash browns. They had made the hash browns differently than anywhere else, but still good. I loved my Dutch Baby!!! I added strawberries and cream and it was light and not too thick with crisp edges. With a side of bacon to balance the sweetness and I was good to go! read more

This is a typical diner. Food comes out in a hurry. Nice portions and decent pricing. Huge menu! Potato pancakes were delicious! Restaurant was clean. Server was attentive and efficient. Nothing to complain about - great stop! Easy on and off highway. read more

Amazing Service and Yummy Food&Drinks! Unbeatable prices too. Full bar with gambling machines to play while you wait.. Wait is never long, so play quickly. I recommand for a day after church or after a school event or meeting. This place is darn good in all aspects! Go them out, give them a try! read more

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Service was slow but the food was good. I had the veggie bowl and I liked it. The bar was open early.

Great good. Great service. Never a bad meal. Take out is just as good. Had to take s trip to Oregon, and ate at Elmer's....same great service. Same fantastic food. read more

Food was so so at best. Pancakes were okay, but asked for extra crispy bacon and it was actually undercooked.

Traveling to California so stopped by for breakfast. My husband had the crab Benny maybe a teaspoon of crab so disappointed by that but still not why I'd write a negative review. I ordered a waffle and the waitress served it with butter that had turned. I pointed it out and she said well it's the same as the other butter in the container they draw from. I said I wasn't eating it and returned the waffle she brought back same waffle and that was okay with fresh butter. I told her that you can't serve butter that way and she couldn't have cared less and that's why I wrote this. If your going to serve people food take a little pride in what you serve. read more