Really great fresh food with some interesting combinations. We came here on a whim (no…read morereservations) while visiting my wife's niece at UofO at around noon on a Saturday. Busy but they had a table for us. Very nice decor, rotating menu. We had the buckwheat pancakes with caramelized bananas, dates, and pineapple syrup which was sweet but not overly so since the pancakes underneath were not touched by the syrup ended up being a really nice balance. Bacon was like a cross between pork belly and bacon (very thick) but really tasty. Breakfast Sando was good with in-house ground pork and a nice aioli. We also tried the savory macarons (Brie and truffle) which are delicious. Creamy and a tad sweet. Not too much truffle. Coffee was a bright tangy pour over-not my favorite type but some people really like that style. Oh, and we had a blood orange mimosa which was really good Overall an excellent experience! Definitely going to again when we are in town!

There are restaurants that seduce you with promise, and others that test your patience before…read morerevealing their intent. Lion & Owl, on this particular morning, proved to be both--a place of evident talent, yet uneven discipline, where flashes of brilliance are offset by lapses that no serious kitchen should permit. Let us begin with the triumph. The buckwheat pancakes arrive not merely as breakfast, but as a composition. A stack of admirable loft and structure--evidence of a properly developed batter, handled with restraint and precision. The crumb is airy yet resilient, each bite yielding gently before dissolving into a delicate nuttiness inherent to buckwheat. A caramelized banana sauce pools generously, glossy and fragrant, its sweetness tempered by the cultured tang of crème fraîche. Toasted coconut chips scatter across the top like crisp punctuation, lending both aroma and texture. This is cooking that understands balance--sweetness checked by acidity, softness lifted by crunch, comfort elevated by technique. It is, quite simply, a five out of five dish. The kitchen, here, remembers what it means to nourish and delight. And then--alas--we encounter its counterpoint. The mushroom brioche toast, in conception, should be a study in harmony: buttery bread, earthy fungi, silken eggs, fresh greens. Yet the execution falters at its very foundation. The brioche--so essential, so central--is pushed past the threshold of caramelization into bitterness. In a bread so rich with butter and sugar, precision is everything; overcook it, and the entire structure collapses under a shadow of char. The garnish, too, feels careless--large stems of greenery draped without intention, rather than composed with purpose. It is a dish that looks promising from a distance but betrays its flaws upon inspection. A two out of five--a failure not of imagination, but of discipline. The brie and truffle macaron arrives as an afterthought--set aside, unannounced, uncentered, as though it were a spare utensil rather than a composed pastry. Presentation matters. It signals care. Here, there is none. And the macaron itself? A confection that should whisper with delicacy instead resists with age. The shell is hardened, the interior overly chewy--signs of time having passed unkindly. The flavor is confused: a sweet, almost vanilla shell encasing a mild, savory filling of whipped brie and timid truffle. Neither side asserts itself; neither yields to the other. It is neither dessert nor savory course, but a muddled compromise. A two out of five, and left unfinished--a silent verdict more damning than words. The mimosa, I am told, is bright and pleasing, though presented without flourish--a small omission, but telling in a restaurant aspiring to polish. A four out of five, competent yet unadorned. The pour-over coffee reveals a lighter roast profile: bright acidity at the fore, a nutty mid-palate, a gently lingering finish. It is, as you observed, "hipster coffee"--intentionally expressive, though perhaps too acidic for a more classical palate. On flavor alone, a three out of five. Yet the experience is marred by a most unforgivable intrusion: a hair in the initial cup. Such a thing should never reach a guest. Ever. And beyond the plate--there is service. Dishes arriving out of sequence. Eggs meant for one guest appearing with another's delayed entrée. A table divided, one diner finished while the other waits. Explanations that do not align with reality. Items placed without acknowledgment or intention. These are not minor stumbles; they are fractures in the very architecture of hospitality. The Verdict Lion & Owl is a restaurant caught between what it is capable of and what it consistently delivers. There is real talent in this kitchen--evident in the pancakes, in the conceptual ambition of the menu, in flashes of thoughtful composition. But talent without rigor is unreliable. And hospitality without coordination is hollow. For every moment of genuine pleasure, there is another of carelessness--overcooked bread, stale pastry, inattentive plating, lapses in cleanliness, and disjointed service. In the end, one must judge the whole, not the highlights. Overall score: 2 out of 5. A restaurant with promise--undeniably--but one that must remember that excellence is not achieved in moments. It is achieved in consistency, in care, and in respect for the guest at every stage of the meal. Until then, Lion & Owl remains... a place that almost is.

A few words…read more chicharrones (Fresh)(Hot)(Amazing) Friendly service. Tots are great too.

Rough around the edges this sports bar is definitely not for everyone.. little bit dirty a little…read morebut sketchy. We stopped by because of the Yelp reviews. The service at the bar was a bit rude and the food was mediocre. I asked for a Food suggestion the bartender said the wings were amazing nice and meaty. The wings were not amazing they were skinny little baby wings. They had a handful of sauces you could choose. We tried a BBQ sauce and a really hot habanero sauce. The sauces were also mediocre nothing fantastic or memorable. I didn't even take photos zi just want to forget about it.

Happy hour till 6pm on a Friday?! That's is crazy! Located…read morenortheast of Eugene. A cute area with plenty of free parking spots Very spacious inside with sports playing in a low volume so you can easily talk to people Waiters are pretty attentive without too much pressure Slider is really good. Need to try it. Really juicy patty with caramelized onions Pretzel is kinda too soft for me but huge portion Fries is big portion as well. Really crispy on the outside So yeah, try all the happy hour appetizers if you can Main courses are not so exciting. The cottage pie is mostly mashed potato with a thin layer of meat. Not very big either Sausage is pretty bland as well. Not very quality sausage Brownie is very disappointing though. Very dry and chalky. How can someone messed up with brownie? But for the price and portion, still recommend to visit

Me and my husband have been Sunday regulars for several years. North Fork used to be a true…read more"farm-to-table" and that was one of the big reasons why we loved it. The staff has always been (and still very much is) top notch in everything they do...but the food quality has dropped significantly to the point we can no longer justify the expensive. We've learned the changes began shortly after a new owner came in. Some of the changes we've noticed: The fish in the fish 'n chips is now buried in deep fried batter to the point I had to peel away most of the breading just to get to what little fish was there. The steak and eggs ($30) offers barely 4 ounces of steak, small heap of potatoes and two eggs...not enough to justify the price. They downgraded their organic, thick-cut pepper bacon to some odd, paper thin variety that is not very appealing and it would seem they no longer make their biscuits gravy in house! It now looks and tastes bland and pasty...industrialized. They used to have magnificent herbed gravy made from scratch so this is particularly disappointing. They no longer have real maple syrup. The prices remain that of an organic, farm-to-table but the food no longer qualifies and is very overpriced for what it is. I will really miss my Sunday mornings there but I just can't stomach these shortcomings. Very sad to see our favorite restaurant reduced to this state. If I could, I would give the staff 5+ stars and the food 1.

New menu with new Chef! Beautiful salmon croquettes with that exceptional crust that's lightly…read morecrisp and as soon as you bite into it you're into the soft density of potatoes and salmon. Nicely priced to $15. And the Marry Me Chicken with Asparagus could challenge any existing chicken dish you might consider a favorite. I also ordered the chefs board because for $38 it's one of the most impressive and delicious options in town. I also needed to pick up two bottles of white for a special occasion add to know they have an excellent wine collection especially of Willamette Valley vintners, so after a brief consultation with owner I was presented with two Willamette Valley whites: one mineral-driven 2021 Pinot Gris by Antiqum Farm Ficus rated 90-93 pts and the other an elegant Burgundian Chardonnay by Domine Divio rated 91-94 pts.

The restaurant was closed when we arrived for dinner, not just out of hours of operation,…read morecompletely closed. Which is odd because I was receiving texts asking me to confirm my reservation, even the day of. If they are officially closing they should not take reservations and the texts should be telling you to look elsewhere for a reservation.

My sister and I stopped here as I wanted to check it out while in town visiting. Chris at the…read moreregister was very helpful with specials, food and the beers and cider selections. Chris described everything in enough detail to make it all sound great. I ordered the hot chicken sandwich, which is servered open-face and a brew, my sister ordered the chicken sandwich and a guava cider. We were definitely happy we stopped here for a late lunch. Very chill atmosphere and staff. Will add this to my list of must visit the next time I'm in town!

I had falling sky the first time from catering at my besties wedding a little over a year ago. The…read morecarnitas tacos were amazing, and I still think about the chips. Since then, I've been here many times and the experience is always excellent. The foods delicious, the staff is nice, and the portions are generous. They always have good drinks too, The garlic fries are a favorite, as is the Cajun chicken penne pasta. They serve it with a griddled lime, and it's absolutely magical. I also like that they have the outdoor patio that is dog friendly for the summer time. One of my favorite places in town!

Quite an interesting concept... pick a table, go order your food and beverage(s) at the counter, go…read moresit down @ your table, server brings you're food to you. Bus your own table when you're done. The staff is all very friendly. Service is relatively fast and the food is good. Only disappointing thing is no ice water :( they have self-serve cold water, but no ice.

Pretty sure my last visit to the Bier Stein. Interior still pretty plain and they do still have an…read moreextensive selection of canned/bottled beer along one wall. Not a huge beer drinker but I knew they had my Chimay Trappist Grande Reserve that I like. I brought this over to the bar so I could enjoy with a menu item. This was the first time I was asked if I wanted my Chimay in a tulip glass. Of course I do, that's the way it is traditionally served. Next I decided to try their burger. I don't even get a choice as to the degree of doneness that I would like my burger. Well done equals dry and flavorless. The pretzel bun the burger was on was extremely chewy as if it had been microwaved. I opted for cheddar cheese, which brought the price of my burger meal to over $20 for a slightly below mediocre burger. Typical lettuce, tomato, pickle and small slice of onion as a topping. I opted for seasoned fries as the side and they were mediocre as well. Still searching for a truly good burger that is worthy of a $20 price point.

This is so nice! And the food is really good as well employees are very funny and warm as well…read more The ambiance is amazing too! You'll have a great time here!

We had a quiet little Wednesday dinner here. It was not busy at all, and we went right at open. The…read morerestaurant is dim and cozy. We had great attentive service. The sautéed shrimp we deliciously salty with chili oil and the Parker house rolls are indulgent with sweet butter. Our steaks were cooked perfectly with butter and bone marrow, with crispy potatoes on the side. You MUST get the fig sundae for dessert. Amazing!

We have some relatives coming in June for our son's Graduation. In need of a place for them to…read morestay, we thought we'd check out Hyatt Place Eugene and their SkyBar in particular. The Skybar is located on the 5th floor of the building along with the Hotel lobby... uh okay. The staff are all very pleasant and accommodating. We went to the SkyBar and found it to be a smallish yet convenient place to wait for guests or visitors along with getting a drink or a bite to eat. The bar looks like it can accommodate about 30 people in the interior. There is a nice outdoor patio that can easily accommodate more when the weather is nice. The barkeeper was very attentive and observant, he took our food and drink requests at the bar and in short order, everything was presented. I had a Moscow Mule that I found to be a refreshing drink. Ginger beer, lime and vodka. An excellent combination. I also had an order of the chicken wings and fries. The fries were a normal shoestring variety, cooked well, nicely salted and came in a metal bowl. The wings I found to be outstanding! I don't usually get wings this well made unless I do it myself. I received 8 wings coated with barbecue sauce on a charcuterie board with the fries. The wings were served nicely hot. The meat was piping hot, juicy and tender. The barbecue coating was a hearty middle of the road sauce, not sweet or too smoky. It was caramelized perfectly for that sticky texture and flavor. Definitely a nice coating. Thankfully the bartender brought us a lot of napkins. The wings and fries made for a satisfying meal. The bar boasts a couple of gas fireplaces that make for a warming environment with a few semi private tables. There is a longer table for a larger group as well as several smaller tables and a few bar stools for game watching. All in all we found the bar to be a cozy semi-private environment, yet available to the guests as they come and go. All around, a nice meeting area and watering hole. We will book our family members for a stay here at the hotel. I'm looking forward to trying more of their specialty drinks.

Good food & views, great drinks. There's always parking in the parking garage or in the lot behind…read morethe building.

Sunriver Brewing is easily one of my favorite pubs in town. The food is consistently great, the…read morebeer selection is solid, and the atmosphere is exactly what you want from a local spot. It's also an awesome place to watch sports!!! Football watch parties every Duck game make it even better. There's always good energy without feeling hectic. But honestly, the best part of Sunriver Brewing is the people. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and impressively fast. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite or settling in for a game, they make the whole experience feel easy and welcoming. I eat here about 1-2 times per week, since it's become my local spot. Highly recommend for good food, good beer, and great vibes. The rotating beers always keep it fresh, and they do good seasonals like any brewery worth checking out. Would like to see more dark beers, but they always have good pale and ipas for casual beer sipping. They make excellent cocktails as well, so not just a spot for beer!

This is the second SunRiver location we've been to and it delivered. We searched this place out on…read moreYelp. It's a pub/restaurant with a fresh, inviting space that includes a full service bar and a very friendly staff. Sitting at the bar stools is always a favorite vibe of ours. After getting our drinks ,I ordered the Pastrami melt. It's more like a Ruben and I paired it with the soup of the day, OMG! Always check out the soup...incredible! My wife had the Falafel burger. Yum was all she said between bites. We were very impressed with the food. The beer I selected was just what the doctor (J) ordered. I simply love a WC IPA! I picked up a six-pack on the way out;) Oh and I believe they have a back section for parties or overflow. You really can't ask for more. FYI, road trip adventures:)

Amazing service. Seriously. Some of the most attentive, professional, and on-it servers in the…read moreentire valley. The kind of place where your water never gets empty and somehow everyone seems to know exactly what you need before you do. ...and the food. Wow. The menu gets a creative refresh every couple of months, which keeps things interesting, but they've also got a lineup of permanent heavy hitters that are basically perfect every time. Smash burger. Steak frites. Seafood ceviche. Tomahawk steak. I mean... come on. Also -- the bar! Some of the hardest-working pros in the Springfield/Eugene scene are behind it. Great wine list and cocktails that feel like smart little love letters to the classics. In short: this place is legit. Great people, great food, great drinks. If you haven't tried it yet... what are you waiting for? Go. Now. Your stomach will thank you.

We had an absolutely phenomenal dinner at Tavern on Main. If you go, the bone marrow and…read morebacon-wrapped mushrooms are non-negotiable--they were truly out of this world and packed with flavor. For the main course, my husband had the beef tenderloin, which was prepared perfectly and quite literally melted in his mouth. I paired my meal with a local Pinot Noir that rounded out the evening beautifully. Exceptional food, great atmosphere, and top-tier service. We will be back!