This was our second time here and service has always been great. The place is nice and cozy with…read moreabout 9 tables available for dine in. The food comes out hot and fresh, very tasty. Every dish has been great

Food was amazing, great flavor and portion size. Service was top notch, check ins and offering of…read moredifferent chilies and recommendations for next visit on how to order if wanting more spice/less spice. I ordered the seafood pad kee mao and my wife ordered the duck noodle soup. Both were delicious, we will be back soon.

I had read good things about this place online; one afternoon, I remembered and decided to try it…read more The ambiance is classy and minimalist/modern. It wasn't crowded when I arrived, around 3 or 4pm. Service was very friendly and relaxed. It had a comfortable, friendly vibe. It seems this place has a lot of regulars, because a couple groups came in after me and were greeted by name. It was Tuesday, which meant the Happy Hour menu was available all day. The prices were quite reasonable, and we got plenty of food. We ordered the Korean Street Tacos, and Curried chicken lettuce wraps and the cheeseburger with hand cut fries. Everything was delicious. The Korean tacos were a nice mixture of fresh veggies and rich meat flavors as well as some heat. The wraps were generously filled with a great classic chicken salad with curry, and had a great crunch. The burger was juicy and rich, was a good size and had a yummy brioche bun. The fries were cooked well and the ranch was creamy with a dilly kick. This was some solid food at a great price. Apparently Tuesday is trivia night, but we left before that started. This is a great place for some great food. I can see why this place has regulars!

Upon hearing of a new eatery in town, I suggested that my family check it out…read more We arrived during Happy Hour and were promptly greeted and seated The decor is sleek and clean, minimalist. Cozy and not too loud. Their specials menu of select food and drinks was nice, but I was a but disappointed to learn that the only non-alcoholic offering was a canned golden beer (and soft drinks, water - haha, per our server). They did have a decent selection of draft beer. I shared that many restaurants are offering mocktails and that they're missing an opportunity there. The table ordered a sampling of the menu; Korean tacos, Caesar salad, Mac & Cheese, Burger and fries, and Lettuce wraps. Drinks included strawberry lemonade, draft beer, wine, and ice tea. The Korean tacos were good, but not excellent. I think the shell could be improved upon, maybe a fried won ton? Maybe some chili sauce on the side? The Caesar salad was very good, but the mac and cheese was bland and disappointing. Overall it seems like they're working through some kinks. The server could've used some help, as he seemed to have the only one working all of the tables. No ketchup on the table for fries or offer of any. A condiment station might help, but the place is relatively small. I'm glad we stopped in and will certainly give it another shot. It's nice to have an affordable family friendly spot in Salem and I wish them the best of luck!

Wonderful food service!! The food was DELICIOUS!!…read moreThe waitress was super friendly and kind.

Favorite Indian spot in Salem, with super friendly and welcoming staff. Would definitely recommend…read moreand always go back when in town.

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.

I want to love this place, it's a hit or miss. Some days really good other days not so much. Most…read morerecent one was me taking a bite and a long hair mixed in my rice.

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.

Craving Mediterranean, I headed downtown to Fork Forty to discover Damascus Kitchen. My sidekick…read moregot a shawarma sandwich, and I ordered the triple meat plate, tabouli salad, and some baklava for dessert. We received a buzzer and were quickly notified when our food was ready. The space is a shared restaurant location with community seating, and there is a bar in front of this restaurant. We chose carry out. The Triple Meat Plate included ample portions of lamb shawarma, shredded beef, and chicken shawarma over a bed of rice, and is served with a side of hummus and tzatziki. The baklava was perfectly juicy, buttery, and flaky. By the time we finished our meals, we were in a food coma, with plenty of leftovers for several more meals. It's evident that family puts their heart into their cooking! While served fast, this is no fast food joint and deserves to be savored. Chefs kiss!

Tonight, my husband and I ate at Damascus Kitchen's food truck at the Best Bite food pod on…read moreSilverton Road NE in Salem. He had the Beef on Hummus plate and I had the Lamb Plate. His plate had a large bed of excellent hummus and a big ladle of marinated spiced beef (with a garnish of thin dill pickle slices) poured over it and it came with a side of flatbread. He said the beef and hummus was savory and delicious. The lamb plate that I had was served as diced cuts of marinated and perfectly spiced tender lamb, a side of hummus, and a side of cucumber tzatziki salad. As we began to eat our food, sitting at the picnic table in front of their food truck, the gentleman - and indeed he was a polite, friendly, helpful gentleman - called out to me that the white sauce in the small lidded take-away cups (which I had ignored) was intended to be eaten on the lamb but warned me that it was spicy. So of course I immediately dug them and the included cups of a tangy red sauce out of the bag and drizzled a thin trail of each over different parts of the lamb to differentiate the tastes. The red sauce was rich in flavors and exotic seeming but the creamy thick white sauce was plush but hot. Not a quick burn but more of the slow intense heat type. Both together was what the gentleman indicated to me so I gave the lamb a good stir to blend all the flavors and dug back in. As good as it was before I added the two sauces, it was even better with the them. But the slow persistence of the white sauce's heat was reaching the deepest recesses of my tastebuds' last good nerves so I decided to try the cucumber tzatziki salad to see if the dairy would stop the burn. It did. Immediately. Blew me away that it stopped the burn so fast. But to be honest, I like the burn, although I also like to be able to extinguish it and the excellent tzatziki dressing on the cucumbers performed perfectly in both taste and performance, if stopping spicy heat is even in its job description. Namaste, tzatziki, namaste! Our friend, who's a v-e-g-a-n (ikr!!), said he'd heard that Damascus Kitchen's baklava was really good, then got up and put his curiosity to rest by getting all three of us a piece of it. It was amazing. Best Bite is easy to get into and out of on Silverton Road. It's a cute but spacious food pod. Damascus Kitchen turned out two meals that would have been right at home in a white tablecloth Syrian or Middle Eastern restaurant. Even in their clear plastic takeaway boxes the food was plated with precise care and looked (and smelled!!!) sooooo good. The gentleman who served us was incredibly polite and outgoing and I appreciate the care he showed by calling out the suggestion and heads-up regarding the included sauces which enhanced an already superb dish. Thank you! The weather was chilly but the food was so fresh and perfect that I didn't notice that it was only 45° at our table outside until I was done eating and separating trash from leftovers which were danged sure going home with us. We will be back!

Mina's Thai Café is officially a new favorite. It's a tiny little gem hidden off Commercial street…read morewith a quiet ambiance perfect for date night or to catch up with an old friend. I ordered the Thai basil, Thai green tea, vegetable wrap, and papaya salad, and everything was absolutely delicious. The Thai basil was fresh and fragrant, the papaya salad was crunchy with a really bright, bold flavor, and the Thai green tea was perfect. The vegetable wrap was hearty and loaded with veggies -- I probably should have added tofu or shrimp, but that one's on me for not clicking the button I ordered medium spice on both dishes and wow... they do not Americanize their spice level. It's legit Thai heat, so if you're sensitive, take note -- but if you love real flavor, you'll be very happy. I scheduled my order through Uber Eats and went in to pick it up, and I was greeted right away by a super friendly young woman, which made the whole experience even better. Highly recommend this spot. I'll definitely be back.

The service was kind and the food was AMAZING! I've grown up in the Salem area and I can…read moreconfidently say that this is some of the best Thai food in the area. It's fast to come out and absolutely delicious flavoring. The menu is vast and I can confidently say as a mango sticky rice fan, they have the best one in town! They are located in a cute little spot off commercial. I highly recommend!

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.

It's refreshing to find a small business doing it right. BTM has a system working for them! Their…read moremenus has delicious choices served to order, a casual dining area complete with water service. While small, it was large enough to comfortable accommodate 4 tables of people without feeling crowded or too loud. My sandwich was so juicy and the bun was soft and fresh. The side salad was a wonderful pairing and while full, I couldn't help myself and shared an order of tots with my mini.

I was so very excited for this place however, it was…read moresubpar. The truffle fries lacked seasoning and so did the curry soup. I had to add my own seasoning. The sandwich was pretty good... 3/5. somewhat disappointed for how much I spent. hopefully they will implement more flavor moving forward. the shop itself was cute and the front lady was awesome.

He drove from Salem with our family specifically to come here and try out the new brick and mortar…read morelocation. We were not disappointed! The bowls were delicious. I definitely enjoyed the granola which tasted homemade and not too sweet. My son loved the strawberry banana smoothie which was perfect for a two year-old. The environment inside is gorgeous with lots of nice big windows and ample seating and it was very comfortable for our family to sit together. Everyone there was super kind and friendly and we definitely can't wait to come back.

We are here, in Albany, Oregon for the summer and so excited to find Pono Bowl! Couldn't wait to…read moregive them a try...well...they did NOT disappointed! The entire crew was busy making Açaí bowl, Smoothies, etc., so nice to see the staff all working so cohesively. We didn't wait long at all for our bowls, and they were absolutely delicious! The atmosphere was hopping with customers and staff. We will be back for sure! Pono is Ono!!!