Taqueria El Jacalito

yes this place has been top dog 4 fantastic "super~fresh" great tasting vittles that that jethroe…read morewould struggle finishing his yummy perfectly cooked grub! 5~stars~5!;5 ...but the parking is a mighty challenge! ...but the wait is even more challenging! ...so hence,...bring a bottle of water not in plastic wit u & enjoy jethrine!!! word!

I had a, "Select Your Own" omelette with bell peppers, onions, mushrooms and basil. I could barely…read moretaste the basil. Very disappointing in the lack of fresh basil. The bacon was delicious: thick, hot and crispy. The orange juice was very expensive and overpriced. The sunflower toast was barely buttered. The parking lot is very small and I didn't see any close street parking. There are steep stairs to the entrance. The entire place is very small. There was a child screaming and the wait staff wear whatever they wish. Overall, the food was delicious. But, one blueberry pancake cost $11.00 while two pancakes cost $20.00! My breakfast for one cost $39.00!!! I mean, really, $40.00 for breakfast for One Person! And, I had to wait 40 minutes, parking was a big problem and the wait staff looked sloppy and were rude. I don't think this restaurant is worth it.

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Patty's Off-Center Cafe

4.5(565 reviews)

1.0 mi

Such delicious food and amazingly kind staff!! We got the california benedict and the bacon hash…read moredaily special, both with their famous jalapeño cheddar biscuits!! YUM!!! There was no wait when we arrived at 9 am on a Friday, bonus! Also love all the decorations! I'd recommend this place to anyone who asks where to eat in this area.

I love the menu, it has vegan and GF options. All delicious food. Servers are amazing. It's worth…read morethe wait if you have to. And the ambiance with all the chicken themed wall decorations is so cute.

Simple but nice

Corned beef hash

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Sassy Onion State Street

4.1(594 reviews)

0.6 mi

Good food,clean restaurant, friendly staff. Had the Corn…read moreBeef , 2 eggs over easy and toast Fresh Made

Yum!! Super busy on a Sunday morning and we were still seated in fast fashion. You're packed in…read morepretty good yet manages to be a comfortable setting, really upbeat vibe, this is my favorite location. Service was quick and enthusiastic. And the food!! Average price, excellent portions, with clearly stated gluten free options, and it's hearty, delicious, and worth every penny.

Nice sunroom seating!

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Corned Beef Hash Breakfast

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4.7(252 reviews)

0.9 mi

The Greek Scramble was fantastic. The service was great too. The wait staff were very friendly.read more

Felt like we were waiting to be noticed when we had needs. I didn't enjoy what was billed as Hot…read moreItalian Beef. No flavor, dip was a weird gummy kind of texture. My dining partner ordered the vegan rice bowl and it was overrun with onions and had very little flavor. The desserts we got to go were good, but I paid almost $80 for lunch for two, one latte, and two desserts after tipping. I'll be back for a sweet, but not a meal.

Brunch cocktails available

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Toast & Jam

4.1(224 reviews)

3.2 mi

ok yup folks dis is the place! my personal…read moresuper~duper;favorite!!!!! ...the service? (only excellent!!!!) ...,their coffee?,. .simply steaming ahhhhh ...and the food? ...,fresh as the morning rain! & just as comforting! ...,c4 breakfast or lunch?,... ...this fine place is my all~time "favorite de.fault restaurant! ohhhhhhhhhhhyeah! 6;stars!!!!! just seeing if uall r paying attention! 5~rock solid;stars the eggs bendadict is fabulous! but git it wit those crispy countless explosions in going off all @ once in ur mouth jus wow!!!!!;;;;;;!!!! ...ps;parking? piece of pie!!!!! ...enjoy‍

They have a nice selection for breakfast. The inside is decorated in a cute jammy eggplant color…read more The service is friendly. And the food is perfect. I highly recommend getting anything with the jam on it. It is made in house and is some of the best jam I've ever tried! Too bad he doesn't sell it in jars, I would totally buy some!

Waffle breakfast

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White's Restaurant

4.0(196 reviews)

0.7 mi

Super sweet service. Cozy and classic diner ambiance. Food is standard breakfast diner fare. I…read moreloved the "crunchy " French toast, a yummy corn flake crust added delicious texture to the batter. Good hash browns too. Honestly, a solid diner. Nothing fancy. Nice to get a not-pretentious meal.

It's probably the oldest breakfast and lunch restaurant in Salem Oregon…read more I have eaten here several times over the last 35 years. My opinion, the food is fair to ok. There are other places in town that do a better job. I.e. Sybil's, Word of Mouth,Sassy Onion, and Pancake House, 1/2 Penny. It all depends who owns the place!

White's Jumbo Burger with Tots

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Isaac's Downtown

4.4(154 reviews)

1.1 mi

Yep, it's a good spot! They are always super friendly, with excellent customer service. I…read moreappreciate how they have old school kindness--welcoming, and warm. None of the trendy hipster "coolness" that has come to rankle me in other popular coffee shops. I've had some delicious pastries and excellent drinks, including coffee and non-coffee specialties like their golden milk latte which is unique and amazing. Comfy space, high ceilings , exposed brick. My only feedback is that they serve their bagels to go with a cup of cream cheese and a sliced bagel. This is common, but I don't understand why anyone would want to spread cream cheese on their own bagel when they're on the road. It would be like ordering a sandwich and a stack of meat, cheese, lettuce, and bread and asked to assemble that while you're driving. That's literally my only complaint and it's a small one. I will be a Regular at this coffee shop, bagels be damned! lol.

I looove coming here. The cafe/seating area is clean with plenty of seating options (booths,…read moreregular tables, couches, bar seating) and a great place to get work done. The food is very good and I always love trying their seasonal options (food and fun beverages). I have ordered the breakfast bowl with sausage and pesto aioli (your choice of meat and sauce) so many times and will keep doing so. Staff is always friendly. I will keep coming back.

The Court Street, Que Pasa, and Cappuccino

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Ube matcha

The Ritz Diner

4.3(111 reviews)

2.3 mi

I was heading back home to SoCal but wanted to grab a bite to eat before driving to PDX. Looked up…read moreplaces around the hotel I was staying at. Initially I had picked out another place but decided to stop here instead cause it was a bit closer. You can tell this is the place that's like "If you know, you know." People came in and everyone was on a first name basis. It was really pleasant to see! Now onto the food. Absolutely amazing! I got the hobo omelette with a side of biscuits and gravy. Hands down the best biscuits and gravy I've ever had! And the omelette was dang good too! It's a small place with not a lot of seating but it's definitely worth it to venture in if you're in the area. I wish there was one closer to me. Service was stellar. Ritz Diner, I'll never forget you!

I've ordered biscuits & gravy, it was good. Where I have breakfast now I order the Big Breakfast. 3…read moreeggs, 2 sausage, 2 bacon, 1 ham Steak, choice of French toast or pancakes, hash browns, & biscuits & gravy. All for the low price of $13.99. I do visit Las Vegas and eat at The Emerald Island Grill, or the Omlet house. One omelette divided onto two plates. I think the Ritz is over priced

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Honey & Co

4.2(66 reviews)

1.1 mi

Salem has such an underrated food scene and this restaurant is a prime example of that. This the…read moretype of place that would go viral on instagram if they were stationed in SF or NYC. Nonetheless the food was amazing, service was great, and the apple cider mimosa had me stoked that its fall. Can't think of a better way to start my morning, good food and good company. 10/10

When: Monday Aug. 3rd 9:00 am; Party of 2 Adults…read more The ambiance of this cozy breakfast eatery in Downtown Salem has this modern artsy vibe with vibrant colors. This place probably gets quite busy on the weekends and to maximize spacing, table seating is packed tightly, so if you don't like to snuggle up to a total stranger, than this place might not be for you. The service by our server, Micah, was friendly and efficient. The overall make-up of patrons on this Monday morning, was a good mix of regulars, that the servers knew by name, visitors from nearby hotels and everyday folks with business to do in Downtown. My wife ordered the French Toast sandwich which definitely pass the eye test. I ordered the House made Corned Beef Hash. Both dishes hit the spot for tastiness and overall breakfast satisfaction. If available street parking is available and the wait is less than 15 minutes, than I would recommend this place for you.

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Avocado toast with fruit

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Aedan G.

2 years ago

What a little gem! It's a mini mart from the outside, but once inside, everything is fresh and authentic; one could taste the passion. The owner was super nice, very proud of what he is selling. His horchata was fantastic, too. Food was spot on. The atmosphere is not over the top but inviting. Dinner for two was just $39, so we took some leftovers with us, too. This is a must-experience-support this little restaurant! read more

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