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.

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.

GETTING HERE: Was…read moretraveling and found we were near this restaurant and the reviews were encouraging. Decided to give them a shot! The address is correct on Yelp so rest assured you'll arrive without issue. REVIEW: Came with a group and it was a good dining experience. Glad to have given them a try. The lone server for us was really good, too. Sincere and kind. Managed our group very well. A variety of items (Pot Roast, Burger, Salmon, etc.) and drinks were ordered (alcohol, strawberry lemonade, coke, etc.) and the consensus was positive. I ordered the Fish and Chips and while the cod was flavorful, sadly the fries were served cold. I decided not to send them back for sake of time. Prices weren't too bad. The ambiance was calm, quiet, open, inviting. I would recommend Cascade Grill and will make it a return trip when I'm next in Oregon. Thanks!

Went for an early dinner on a Thursday - no waiting waitress was friendly…read more My Cascade chicken was delicious, it was topped with cheese and mushrooms. The fish and fries was really good too. Fish was crunchy on outside and yummy on the inside. Prices are reasonable. The ambiance was nice, relaxing and welcoming. Will come back again.

Greetings, fellow Yelpies, When judging authentic pho, the…read morefoundation lies in the broth--its depth and balance set the standard for the entire dish and define whether expectations are met. Unfortunately, the pho here missed that mark, though the crispy chicken offered a pleasant reprieve and deserved recognition. I remain optimistic that the chef will refine their approach and deliver a truly traditional pho broth in future visits. Cheers The Dutchman

Best pho I've had in awhile. All fresh and tasty ingredients. Well balanced broth and quality cuts…read moreof meat. Staff were friendly and attentive. The dining room is small and it was packed when we arrived. Everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves.

This is our first time here and loved it. Excellent service, love the atmosphere and the food was…read moreexceptional.

I wish we could 1/2 stars. This place is worthy of 3 1/2 stars & not far off of 4…read more The food was "good".... not fantastic but pretty good. The service was excellent!! The ambience was decent. I had a beef enchilada and beef taco during lunch. Just pretty standard order for me but I would try something else next time to see if I can raise my rating. Try it!

Delicious homey food always hits the spot! Biscuit and gravy oh my! Bacon thick and delish!read more

While I was putting my left over food into a to go box, I asked the waitress if she would please…read morecome back and I wouldn't do it when I was finished. She told me she had already taken my card, ran it and now I had timed out an I didn't put on a tip! In fact said " it's too late now " instead I went up to the register with the receipt. she said that in front of other people standing around! Several people looked up from their table with a look like I can't believe she just said that to you. My husband and I felt this was very rude and unprofessional. We are in the industry so we know the importance of gratuities, but she needs to be reminded it's up to the consumer not her as to if she'll get tipped and the percentage of. I would not go back there again despite the fact the breakfast was really good!

The quality of the food has gone down a lot since we used to eat at the south Salem Sizzler years…read moreago. It's too expensive for what you receive. Even a salad is overpriced.

Horrible selection on the salad bar. Our "server" called us sweetie and honey? What's up with that?…read moreThe garlic bread is still delicious.