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.

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.

My God, the Bacon!!!!…read more If you go here for no other reason, go for the bacon. My wife and I spent years going to Elmer's for our parents' version of a date, every week. But... When she got cancer, Elmers refused to let me order breakfast to go so she could still enjoy our tradition. Thank God for Route 99, and now I won't go anywhere else!

This is a very popular spot in the area. You'll get hearty portions and that home-style,…read moredown-country feel--even though the interior has a more industrial design. My chicken fried steak was solid and easily enough for two meals. Unfortunately, my husband was pretty disappointed with his brisket. It was more like shredded pork, and he felt the flavor was off--he was expecting more of a smoky barbecue taste. Overall, a mixed experience depending on what you order.

What a little treasure! Huge portions of food, and tastes amazing! If you've never been here,…read moredefinitely a good place for breakfast (served all day long) I haven't had any other meal, anytime I go I get breakfast. Today I had the classic chicken fried steak and I will be eating it for days. Service was fantastic and she is on the ball (we sat in the lounge area) Definitely will be back!

Food was just as a diner food should be. Service was very friendly and prompt. I liked that there…read moreare large booths for larger groups.

It's hard to go here and try something new. But the classic fried chicken sandwich is amazing. It's…read morefried perfectly, every single time. The size, the slaw and the fries are perfect. One of the best fried chicken sandwiches ever. And the batter has a little kick too, so it has a little heat. Not crazy about the hot chicken sandwich cuz it's just too much hot sauce, but the classic is unbelievable. My wife always gets the Caesar with grilled chicken and it's so good. We all know the beignet fried chicken sliders are good. But this is one of my favorite spots in Salem. Lastly, the service is always great. The owner, waiting staff and chefs are always super personable.

Cool place, great vibe, good food. Reasonably priced. Will…read moredefinitely go back. In downtown

The parking lot is tiny, the waitlist is long, the staff is uber-friendly, and the food is AMAZING!…read moreWe ordered the Pot Roast Hash & the Plate o' Love (Crème Brûlée French Toast & choice of hash with eggs). The hashes featured different flavors (obviously) but they were both super moist! We liked the smashed potatoes rather than typical diced potatoes. They both also had great caramelization. The French toast was out-of-this-world! It had the consistency of a bread pudding with the crunch of a crème brûlée topping!

Just ate here...had the crème brûlée French toast gluten free version.....oh my it was good!…read more While waiting...everyone was waking out with Togo boxes...now I know why...the portions are huge! I think everything is made fresh, which is great...but I took off one star, because the air seemed like forever...it takes a long time to get the food!

What a find! If you ever find yourself in Salem, OR, this is a must try…read more Amazing, right off the stove spanish tapas with surprising friendly and attentive service! Some notable trys are the garlic shrimp, squid ink pasta, and their signature brussel sprouts! Ambiance was lively but cozy in feel! Highly recommended!

After an initial visit that left us slightly disappointed with the bar service, we decided to give…read moreCozy Taberna another shot--and we are so glad we did! The stark difference in our second experience was night and day, making this visit truly exceptional. The cozy and romantic aesthetic of the restaurant remains fantastic, and the food and drink menu is still absolutely amazing. This time, however, we had the pleasure of being seated downstairs in Tiffany's section, and she was beyond stellar. Tiffany is the definition of exceptional service. She gave us a complete, helpful rundown of how they structure their tapas menu, offered fantastic recommendations, and was incredibly attentive throughout the evening. We had a great time chatting with her and her professionalism and warmth instantly made our return worthwhile. Her suggestions were perfect--she expertly helped us select a great wine and recommended the black ink pasta, which was a showstopper. Cozy Taberna, when paired with service like Tiffany's, is easily a 5-star restaurant. From now on, we will only return if we can be seated in her section!

Today was my first time at Chira's and was pleasantly surprised...The food was good--fresh,…read moreflavorful, and prepared well The service was just as impressive. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything we needed was taken care of without being intrusive. Overall, it was a wonderful meal in a comfortable setting. I'd definitely return and would recommend it to anyone looking for a reliably good dining experience.

Wow. What happened to this place? I used to love it, but tonight I left feeling so bummed out. I…read moretreat myself to a steak once a year, and that includes store bought. Tonight I got the ribeye and it was easily the fattiest, and worst steak I've ever received in a restaurant. I ordered medium rare, and out of the half of the steak that I was able to eat, half of that was rare, and the other half was medium. I picked through what I could, and ended up leaving an absurd amount on the plate. I took a photo, but I don't think it would be tactful to post it here. Midway through our meal, our server came by and asked how everything was. And although I was apprehensive to say anything, I decided to tell him what I thought. And I get it. The servers have zero control over the food. So I made sure that we tipped well. But for $57 plus tip for a steak, I shouldn't be leaving the restaurant borderline angry. Despite the food, our server was lovely. But I think we might be looking for a new favorite Salem restaurant.

Just an update to confirm my continued reviews:…read more Josey's is still top notch breakfast food for the area. The prices have stayed somewhat steady since 23 and the quality remains high. Staff are friendly and responsive and are very helpful with requests or questions. I ate here when single, when dating, I brought my kids here when they were babies, and I take them at 12 year olds now. Really glad to have a constant like Josey's that I can always rely on.

Always great breakfasts in a humble and comfortable environment. Staff are very sweet and efficient.read more

My sister, her husband and I stopped in for a bite We all like brunch menus and this place popped…read moreup on a search. It's not much to look at but the food was excellent. We had omelets and biscuits & gravy. All the dishes tasted great. Our waitress was very nice and helpful with ordering. The look was 50's dinner but it was a little lack luster, but very clean and well maintained. If you want some good food, try them.

Wife and I had breakfast there and it was awesome The staff was very nice Prices were ok Will be…read morefor burgers !! The place looks like a 60s dinner inside