Taproot Lounge and Cafe is among my favorite restaurants in the Salem downtown area. With expansive…read moredrink and food menus that are inclusive of vegan/vegetarian options, there's something for everyone here. I love that they have jackfruit as a "meat" option for many dishes - most restaurants will only offer tofu if they offer anything at all. The chipotle jackfruit tacos are great, by the way! We've always experienced good service here, and enjoy the casual feel of the dining area. This is a good place to eat a meal with folks with various dietary needs without sacrificing flavor or variety. Taproot is also open pretty late (12am most nights)!

This a great restaurant with a excellent vibe. Food is filling, delicious, and large portions…read more They offer plenty of excellent vegan options. Service is friendly , professional, and service was fast.

So many choices! I have to come back again Nice to be able…read moreto bring my dog too even though it was a bit chilly

Live band. Nice variety of adult beverages. So many food trucks ... tough to decide. Indoor &…read moreoutdoor seating options. Lots of fun!

Stopped in for lunch today and was surprised to see a special menu celebrating TẾT - VIETNAMESE NEW…read moreYEAR - Year of the horse They have a small menu with a signature dish and some specialty cocktails. I ordered the Thịt Kho Tàu which was a very tasty dish with caramelized pork, egg, and special seasonings served over rice and garnished with cucumber. I also tired the Lychee Paloma, a really nice flavor mix. Very refreshing. They are only offering this special for one week so try and stop in before Saturday 2/21/26 The Resturant was decorated with some traditional decor in celebration of the occasion and, as always, Jen provided excellent service.

The Wild Pear is a true culinary gem in Salem, and it is easily one of my favorite spots for a…read moreconsistently perfect meal. There is a sense of warmth and intentionality in everything they do, making every visit feel like a special occasion. The food is absolutely to die for, particularly their signature items. The Wild Pear Salad is a masterclass in balance, featuring fresh greens and the perfect hint of sweetness from the pears. However, the absolute showstopper is the Coconut Curry Butternut Squash soup. It is velvety, rich, and has just the right amount of aromatic spice to make it unforgettable. It is the kind of dish you find yourself thinking about days after you have finished it. Beyond those specific favorites, it seems like you really cannot go wrong with anything on the menu. Every dish is prepared with high quality ingredients and a clear level of expertise in the kitchen. Whether you are stopping in for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner, the quality remains top tier. I highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for fresh, vibrant flavors in a quaint setting.

Oh boy. This place is special. From now on when anyone asks if I want to go to the cheese factory,…read moreI will need to make sure to specify that this is what I mean. All of the cheeses to sample was delightful. I may have taken my kids share as seconds. I got the quesadillas. I don't think it's an accurate description. Maybe slightly like a quesataco but more than a taco. Great way to showcase the cheese though. I chose kind of haphazardly because I definitely liked one more than the other but couldn't distinguish later. This is probably the best pastor I've had so far. I know of some that are no longer with us but this was close. Ice cream was amazing too. Lochmead is a high quality product and they sell it for a very reasonable price. The wife got the chile relleno. Great ingredient to feature the cheese. Would definitely get again. Without a doubt my new favorite cheese factory

I came to visit some friends in Salem, they had took us to the tilamook creamery but boy does this…read morecreamery do it! The cashier was so kind and attentive. There were self serve samples the moment you walk in and the cashier if it's not as busy guides you through the cheeses. At the end of the building you can see the cheese being made. Overall an epic experience. It's pretty quiet for the most part, but can get loud. I really enjoyed the food and the experience.

10 OMG where do I begin? We visited this quaint little…read morerestaurant in Salem Oregon on our way out of town. We had the pleasure of having the best waitress named Kelly. Kelly was so friendly, so full of life and energy and love. It seemed like everyone loves working there.. The food was absolutely amazing. Amazing from beginning to end this was by far superior to any restaurant I've been to in a long time. The service, the food, the ambience, sure wish it was in my town. Everyone at our table enjoyed their breakfast. We couldn't take it with us unfortunately because we're flying home today, but the portions are huge. Do yourself a favor and visit this cozy place. The wait can be a bit, but absolutely beyond worth the wait.

Stairs up to entry was very dangerous with waiting customers using handrails on both sides, then,…read moreno landing at the top! We told hostess we did not want to sit at the bar, she sat us at the bar, after some more wait, we did get a table. Coffee was ok, but the cups were huge, always 2/3 full of cold coffee. The food took one hour to find our table. Nothing special, my wife had an omelet, with a big glob of Brie cheese, overpowering the omelet. I had corned beef hash that was extremely dry and salty. I also had warm rye bread. Not toasted. We were half done with our breakfast, and was given the bill, and boxes to go. Very rushed, crowded, and expensive. $58 for sub-par breakfast for 2. Sorry WOM, didn't cut it.

We were hoping for a little better here. First, the restaurant is still a bit newish, so it may…read moretake time for them to figure out how much food to keep on hand. The primary problem was that they were out of many menu items by 6pm. The dining room is cool with a nice vibe, super friendly waiter and food came from the kitchen pretty quickly. Pimento cheese appetizer was delicious, one of the better versions I've had. Unfortunately the Pierogi were pretty bland and nothing special, and for the high price, just not worth it. Weird arrangement with the coffee shop located in the restaurant as well. Restaurant was out of desserts and coffee, but could not serve any of the desserts from the coffee shop case, as those were part of the coffee shop. Despite that, we will be back next time we visit Salem, and I'm sure they will figure out how to manage supply of food items better so they are not sold out before 6pm. Lots of potential here for a small neighborhood restaurant.

Yes, yes, yes! A restaurant for the culture and the people. The food is simple but the flavors are…read morecomplex and leaves you wanting more. It's a play on old comfort food or classics. The restaurant is tucked away in a community filled with gardens and a wonderful quaintness. The book exchange program or library checkout program offers a variety of books that helps explains the humanity and beauty of Black people in excellence and glory. After reading so many books and providing a report-you receive a free meal. Luv, luv, luv the concept. I wish other restaurants would mirror this example.

Always a great spot to grab a healthy quick meal! Love the chipotle yumm sauce. Their cookies are…read moredelicious. Costumer service is always kind.

Third time this has happened. Very frustrating. I ordered Hot and Jazzy, yet I get the regular red…read moresalsa on both bowls. Learn your products please.

Looking for this place, we almost missed it -- Waze led us to the recycling place next door, and we…read morethought they went out of business ( nope -- going on 9+ years). Turns out they're right next door, tucked back a bit from the roadway so easy to miss you and when you're sober. Glad I noticed it as we were driving off, as it's a great taphouse with a large number of beers on draft, in excess of 20 I believe. Service is very gracious, and you don't have to commit to official tasters, they're willing to pour you a little splash of several beers for you to figure out what it is you'd actually like to taste. That said, we opted to do an official flight of four IPAs, one of which was a hazy. All pretty interesting; ended up ordering a pint of one of them to share. Like a lot of tap rooms, they use the app DigitalPour to list their beers so you can check them out online if you like. We'll probably be back again. We didn't order any food while we were there, but what we smelled, and looked at appeared to be pretty good. If we hadn't had such a large breakfast earlier at our hotel, we probably would've taken a flyer on something off their food menu; maybe next time.

First time trying this place. I had the B2 spicy chicken sandwich with sweet potato fries and…read morecheese curds, plus what I think was a blackberry cider though I don't remember exactly. Sat outside since the weather was nice and really enjoyed the ambiance. Food and atmosphere were solid overall I'd definitely come back.