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    Isaac's Downtown

    4.4 (145 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    ISAAC'S DOWNTOWN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Good for working
    Outdoor seating

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    Ham & Cheddar Sandwich
    Thalya C.

    I enjoy going to Isaac's to work or even just chill with friends! They have coffee, wine, cider, and more for drinks! A little something for everyone! This week I was there around lunch time and enjoyed their ham and cheddar sandwich, that comes with chips, for about $10 is a good deal! It was also very tasty and I would definitely get again! The service is good, since they're frequently busy you have to order at the counter but it works out! Would definitely recommend, keep in mind they will be busy and for good reason from morning to mid-afternoon.

    Alexander G.

    On our Oregon road trip this year, Salem was about a halfway point of driving so we decided to stop here for lunch. It was a really rainy day so we mostly just saw the city in the car. Downtown they had free garages so we chose one to check out a nearby game store and decided on this place for lunch. It was a popular place! We were here on a weekday lunch and the crowd looked professional, thanks to it being nearby the Capitol. They had coffee, light food and snacks, and a few local beer selections. I had a wonderful curry chicken sandwich and an IPA; we all tried different things and all happy with our choices. The cafe has high ceilings, cozy lighting, and plenty of seating for singles or groups. There's also an overflow room to the right side. You order at the main counter and get a number, then they bring your food and bus the tables as you go.

    Dirty chai and pumpkin pie latte
    Natalia G.

    My favorite local coffee shop, that never misses. 16oz iced dirty chai with almond milk!

    Breakfast Bagel Sandwich
    Kennan K.

    This cafe has some tasty breakfast offerings and delicious coffee. Make a reservation ahead of time to secure some space for you and your team to have a working breakfast or lunch! Service with a smile! Expect the typical up charge for a classy establishment like this.

    Isabella G.

    Rain or shine Isaac's is always the place to be. I like taking a break from my book to watch the hustle and bustle of the staff, who are always so friendly to me. I've enjoyed every drink and every pastry I've gotten from here, my favorite is the carrot cake cupcake which is surprisingly merciful to my walnut allergy. Every time I'm here I run into someone I know, so I'm guessing this must be the place.

    Greenhouse with bacon
    Laurel B.

    I made a reservation the night before and just walked in, thank god I made the reservation because there was a line out the door! They have expanded seating for sit down where you order off the QR code. Such a nice rustic place, the tall ceilings made it very inviting. We got 3 bagels, the farmhouse, greenhouse, and a Bronx. They were all so tasty, though they needed WAY more cream cheese! The ingredients were delicious and the sandwiches were beautifully constructed. Only takeaway.... MORE CREAM CHEESE!! Definitely a go to spot for a good coffee and bagel sandwich. And they still have peppermint in February?! That's a win for me.

    Delish Chai
    Chan C.

    Still love their Chai and cookies but the quiche was sad...small portion seemed to be many days old.

    Isaac's Downtown, Salem
    Bruce K.

    Second coffee of the day and office for a couple of hours, I was here with a *perfect* cortado. Yes, absolutely perfect. If you're not drinking cortado, you need to order one next time. A little loud and quite busy but comfortable. It's nice to find properly made #LocalCoffee. [Review 20930 overall - 20 in Oregon - 1914 of 2023.]

    Cinnamon roll

    My family was rude and didn't give the host the time of day and just sat down !! Anyways I had the best CINNAMON ROOL on the planet the dough .... it was like perfectly baked and not hard at all on the outside or crusty and it was just so so good!! And the icing was dripping and just I can't get over how good it is 10,000% I need to learn how to make it like that The bowl was hearty and a good meal if you're really hungry and need that protein to wake you the f**** up and the tomatoes were a nice touch and the MOCHA had cinamon just how I like and it was sweet and delicious way better than starbu****

    Breakfast at Tiffany's. Egg,bacon, apricot jelly, arugula, and goat cheese.
    Anna Marie C.

    This is one of my favorite places! The wine selection is good, a little for every pallet. The food is freshly made and delicious. I have tried about half the sandwiches and haven't hated any so far. Their pastries are always fresh and moist. You really can't go wrong. The service is quick and friendly. They are able to give you suggestions that really help. The inside seating is coffee bar feel and very relaxing. Great location to just hang out with friends over wine, coffee and food.

    Peanut chocolate cream and crunchy
    Scott H.

    Food was good! They had delicious pastries and were VERY rich. All the ladies working were so sweet and complimented me and my friends. The vibes were IT!

    Great view of Salem!

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    I continue to visit every time I am in Salem, and it's so good! My favorite is the Farmhouse bagel.

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    Sorry about that! What time were you in?

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    Super crowded all the time. Not much to say. I thought this was a cafe but that definitely wasn't the vibe.

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    Sorry about that, Hilary!

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    The service was wonderful and the food delicious. Great atmosphere to meet with someone or to get a bit of work done.

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    If I was on death row, my last meal would be the farmhouse sandwich and a shaken cappuccino. Truly transcendent.

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    Cozzie's NY Deli

    Cozzie's NY Deli

    4.3(115 reviews)
    3.1 mi
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    We placed our order online using their website after a quick confirmation on their instagram…read moreaccount that they would be closing an hour early for Christmas Eve (usually open until 4pm). Grateful for them to be open at all and fulfilling the order 30 minutes before close. We arrived exactly as they were about to close and had our 3 sandwiches ready to go. We tried the Fratello and BLTA. Might try their gabagool for next time. Very tasty sandwiches but wished they sliced them in half. They are located in an industrial park close to department of corrections. We aren't Italian but I think they are the real deal considering the specificity in their menu.

    I ordered online for pickup. They seem like nice guys…read more.. Service is questionable. It did not appear too busy when I walked in, but nobody greeted or asked if I needed help. When I did stand in front of a staff member working the front, he just continued to do what he was doing and pretty much ignored me until I said something. I guess you just have to walk up and talk to get his attention. (New York City delis even greet you...so perhaps it was an off day for the gentleman). I overheard and witnessed other stuff that was said, but anyways. The actual workers behind the counter/making the sandwiches were just doing their role, so I don't have anything to say besides the fact that my sandwich and my wife's were tasty. She got the gabagool and I got the Italian stallion. We both agreed that the sourdough could be improved a bit, but the deli meats tasted fresh. Would come back to try other sandwiches, but hope the service would be a little bit more attentive/friendly.

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    The Easy Otter

    4.7(126 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    The interior is very eclectic & FULL of framed otter art & upside-down parasols grace the ceiling…read more The staff are very friendly! We ordered: The Pickle Gambit, Country Mac's Cajun Mac & Cheese, Mac's Famous Mac & Cheese, & the Cinnamon Roll Beignets. The pickle spears were lightly, yet crunchily breaded & piled high on a plate with yummy, dilly ranch & a second slightly smoky dipping sauce. Both Mac's featured perfectly-cooked shell noodles & decadent cheese sauce! The "reg" Mac had hearty chunks of bacon & fresh basil ribbons. The Cajun Mac was SUPER flavorful & had andouille sausage bites & VERY moist chicken tenders. The beignets were pillowy-soft & served with an amazing cinnamon sugar cream cheese drizzle.

    While visiting friends we decided to give this cute place a visit. Lots of street parking and we…read morewere greeted warmly by Ryan. There is a limited menu but don't let that fool you. We decided to try the Nashville chicken breast with hot chili oil on the side. I'm a bit of a wimp when it comes to spicy. I also ordered the lemon poppy seed slaw. Our friends got the salmon Chowdah and also some spicy chicken with Cajun fries. They remarked that the salmon chowder pronounced Chowdah looked to be quite thick and was very flavorful. I gotta say it was some of the best fried chicken I ever sampled. The slaw was very tasty as well. Great combination of savory and sweet. My daughter and I split an order of chicken as we wanted to sample the beignets. We ordered the Killa bees and they came out fluffy and hot with a very nice honey drizzle. Ryan also gifted us with a second order of beignets of our own choosing, and we asked for the Good God Lemon ones, and they were very sweet and tangy. For the five of us the bill came to right around a hundred dollars which being from California I found very reasonable. It's a small place, and you order first at the counter and then go and find a table. If you are looking for some very tasty chicken this side of Nashville you should stop by and order some at this unique place in Salem Oregon.

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