Delicious meal! Everything we ordered was WONDERFUL and my in-laws said one of the dishes was even better than in Spain!!

Highly recommended by another chef and restaurant owner for a flavorful meal. No vegetarian main coarse options other than salad and a starter and not willing to modify or adapt a vegi main coarse Sad - as. I Have to leave and go to the steak house next door which has two main coarse options vegetarian. Vibe of establishment is amazing with a good bar vibe. Hope the chef s able to modify options in the future read more

Delicious food items and nice atmosphere. Great customer service and attention to detail by the wait staff.

I have been here once, when visiting from out of town. It is downtown, and parking might be a little ways a way, so if you have mobility issues, you may need to consider that. But, overall, the atmosphere, the food, the service were all very gratifying. Pricing gets up there, as with all small plate restaurants, but it was a fun place to try! The dishes we shared were: - A picture of sangria which was lovely - A salad with pickled strawberries and rhubarb and spicy hazelnuts which was delicious - Goat cheese dumplings with garlic bread, which was tasty - Sirloin Steak with mushroom sauce was very nice - Grilled asparagus with crispy prosciutto and lemon vinaigrette which was wonderful - Patatas bravas were okay - House made brioche with war, salted honey which was unique It was a very enjoyable dining experience! I would gladly come back! read more

The Wine Pairing dinner was easily Michelin star worthy. That was one of the best dinner experiences I've ever had. Every single meal was unique, originally crafted and perfectly matched with each glass of wine. The Cozy owner & the vineyard of the night explains how they created all the foods and drinks served, offering both an awesome learning experience and inviting environment. This dinner took the number 1 spot of the best dinner experience I've ever had. read more

The foods fantastic, and on point almost every time. The service is great, and the ambience is everything I would expect from a higher energy, upscale establishment in a large city. It's a nice addition to Salem Oregon, and definitely elevates the dining scene. I would like to see a little bit more innovation in the menu, and or a special chefs menu. I never see specials. I go there a lot and I'm kind of getting bored of the same things all the time but it is still good and I love the vibe. read more

The Cozy Taberna - Radicchio salad - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Salem, Oregon

Been there three times Overall it's a nice place great ambiance Fun place in Salem When you go in you feel like you were transported to a more upbeat and busy city The menus changes frequently The first time I went there with my husband we were very impressed with the food The dishes we ordered were very tasty We had cooked cherries with cheese, goat cheese dumplings, olives and spinach dip and the scallops main dish Next time we went we were under impressed One of the dishes we ordered was the Moroccan chicken and it was very bland and tasteless that was very disappointing Third Time I went there with the friend and it was good food We shared the goat cheese dumplings and I had the salmon which was good I would go there again to try other things the menu read more

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We wanted tapas. This was billed as a tapas restaurant yet, there were no tapas on menu. Yes... you can order appetizers and share them, and share dinner items, but tapas is a completely different service style and vibe and it was disappointing. What we had was good, service was okay just not a tapas experience/menu. It's also pricey. read more

Great ambiance. Good food. I think it would be a great place for larger party than just the wife and I. The portions are quite large and are made for sharing. I was kind of taken back by the prices on the menu but after receiving our food realized that a lot of the portions are for sharing. With that we over ordered for just the two of us. Took food home. Unfortunately I'm traditionally not one that likes leftovers. You'll love the atmosphere here no doubt. And the food is well presented and quite good. The one thing that kind of bugged me was that we had multiple servers during our visits. There seemed to be a lack of continuity to it all. We had to wave someone down to ask for additional items multiple times instead of our waiter noticing and attending to us. I also thought the way they do the tipping is weird. I didn't notice that a tip had already been placed on our bill and ended up adding an additional sizable tip. I thought the bill seemed rather high but.... Didn't notice until I got home. That one was on me. My bad. We've been twice now (figured everyone can have a bad night) but second visit the service was even worse. I doubt we'll return. read more

This used to be my favorite restaurant in town. Brittani used to be head chef and the dishes were always flavorful and creative. I used to bring out of towners here, have girls night here, or just enjoy a romantic dinner. Now sadly the food just tastes like salt. The staff and drinks are still wonderful but the food is now bland and disappointing. I still enjoyed the patas bravas but didn't enjoy any other dishes. Even ones we've had before. This includes radicchio salad, black garlic half chicken, and grilled garlic rubbed bread. We usually grab dessert but I was so skeptical after that dinner that we didn't opt for it. Overall it was disappointing as it was a favorite, but I wouldn't go again unless the food changes drastically. read more

Just wow. Finally, Salem. You now have yourselves a proper restaurant. Exceptionally prepared and served. Wonderful experience. read more

The Cozy Taberna - Whole Snapper with lemon vinaigrette - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Salem, Oregon

We are frequent visitors to Cozy. While the food is always yummy, recently we noticed their menu doesn't change like it used too and the service has slipped. They need changes to their menu more often. read more

Really enjoyed the food and drinks here and overall delightful. We had the squid ink pastaw which was salty but the flavors made it a great dish, the goat cheese dumplings with garlic bread was awesome as was the charcuterie board and bacon wrapped figs. Drinks were good and probably had we not ordered the Baked Alaska it would have been great but 27 dollars for the that dessert was a big disappointment and definitely not worth 27 dollars. I love going out and prices were stated but it was meh and ended the meal on a down note. We were at kitchen bar so we saw Tillamook ice cream being served so maybe they are using that which is basic but also it was just taken from pie plate and put on a plate and handed to us. Presentation did not help as we watched all the other desserts go out and expected more. read more

Really great and sometimes unusual menu. The food is delicious and wait staff always friendly. Sit at the Chef's Table and prepare to be entertained. read more

Hands down the BEST food I have had in a VERY long time. I'm taking my mom here for her birthday soon. Services is exceptional. It was very busy yet the waitress was incredibly attentive. If I could give this more than 5 stars I would. read more

The food, atmosphere, and service was 10/10. Our server was awesome and gave us lots of recommendations which we chose and they did not disappoint. I highly recommend this place. Everyone is having a good time and all team members are happy to help. read more

Amazing food and amazing service. We sat at the chef's table and were entertained all evening. I highly recommend the Brussel sprouts, teres major steak, and the molten lava cake which was the best I've ever had. The scallops were also top notch as was the rest of the food. It is spendy but well worth it for a nice night out. read more

The cozy Tabanera was surprisingly bigger than I thought it was gonna be. what I thought was an upstairs borrow some tabling was actually a giant establishment with a downstairs space that was intimate and cozy. Are Hostess was extremely kind funny and observant to our needs. I had the salmon which was good And the sight of fries. I chased that with a beer That hit the spot. The only debate I have is whether the price point is worth what you are getting. But if you got a little extra cash I definitely think it's worth a visit. read more

The Cozy Taberna - Salmon - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Salem, Oregon

My wife and I decided to try The Cozy Taberna for dinner/happy hour for our 4 year anniversary. We started off with a beautiful bottle of wine, a 1999 Rioja. It was an absolute delight to start. We were surprised to have such an old vintage on their list knowing they have some local wines at a cheaper price. We first ordered the Garlic rubbed toast along with Goat cheese dumplings. I would say overall a 2 out of 5 rating. The Romesco sauce was nice and smooth with a nice spice, but the dumplings had an overpowering burnt-herbal-taste to the point of inedible. The only saving grace was rubbing it over the garlic toast to create our own small plate. After having some more wine and a little time, we wanted another round of food. We ordered the Roast coppa steak frites and Manchego Burger, both medium rare. The Roast coppa Steak only tasted like liquid smoke. It was very overpowering and ultimately inedible. After cutting into it the au'jus ran out all over the fries like steak soup. The food runner came over after 2 minutes because "the chef was worried there wasn't enough fries." It lacked little flavor other than smoke. My wife ordered the Manchego burger with frites which came with aioli. We had to ask for the aioli after a few minutes because it did not come with the dish. We followed this with the Manchego burger. The bottom bun was completely soggy, soaked in Romesco, and that's all we could taste. Absolutely no care for the very thin, broken patty of meat which had no seasoning. We finished up the night with a Paloma Tequila drink which saved the night. Ultimately this is an overrated restaurant with below par food and average drinks. I will say, the Only positive tonight was our Bartender Taylor. (Purple streak hair) Very nice person! read more

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The regular menu is smaller then i had hoped and everything seems way over priced for salem even the happy hour. Great place if you have money to burn and want to impress people as the ambiance is nice. $20+ ceasar salad even if it is a share size is ridiculous. You wouldnt and couldnt find those prices for a ceasar salad at Nines hotel in Portland. $10 for a 1# of potatoes bravas is kind of worth it i suppose if they werent so over cooked and seasoned. Over all service was great, but those prices are something else. Will double back for another trip should shortly, as service was more then welcoming. read more

this was me and hubbys first time here, n we ordered the potatoes w red sauce and aioli, the goat cheese dumplings, and the manchego burger to share. everything was delicious, but out favorite actually ended up being the potatoes. the sauce was slightly sweet n i thought it complimented the potatoes perfectly. would come again just for the potatoes!!! read more

The Cozy Taberna - potato estudiando - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Salem, Oregon

We so enjoy going into downtown to The Cozy Taberna. Delicious food, outstanding service & very friendly waitstaff. read more

Good tapas in Salem, well above average for Salem. Quick, courteous, and well prepared.

Oh, how I do not want to give this place three stars, but I have to. Let me start with the positives. The food at The Cozy Taberna is fantastic, especially for Salem where fine dining options are few and far between. The food, drink, and dessert menus are diverse and offer quite a bit to choose from. Truly, you cannot go wrong with whatever you order. Aside from the food, the restaurant itself is new and beautifully designed. The entrance is in an alleyway, giving it a secret-of-the-city type of feel. Unfortunately, the service here is subpar. With the prices that you're paying, great (or at least attentive) service is a must. In the numerous times that I have dined here, I have had the same experience. It takes an incredibly long time for the server to come to the table (which is the only time I have any contact with the server), other people bring out the food, and because the server never returns, I have to flag someone down to pay the check or tend to any other matters (e.g., needing more water, condiments, etc.). It is really disappointing because the service is such an integral part of the restaurant experience. If it were better, or at least met expectations, I would definitely give this place a four or five-star rating. read more

The Cozy Taberna - The goat cheese dumplings. My absolute favorite item on the menu. - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Salem, Oregon

Owning a new restaurant is like having a four-year-old child. Constant supervision with attention to every detail, every day and every hour or else tragedy will strike. I really enjoyed the first 3 times I was at the Cozy. Excellent staff interaction with great craft cocktails and small plates were coming out of the kitchen in a timely fashion. I was really excited to go in for an actual dinner so I invited a friend of mine who's a developer in the area and bragged about how wonderful this place was. If we would have just had the craft cocktails and stopped at the first course, this would have easily been a five-star review. Unfortunately that was not the case. I'm not going to go into great details because I don't want to completely put this place on notice, but I will talk about the coppa steaks they are serving. I am familiar with coppa steaks as pertaining to the cut of pork shoulder that's very tender and marbling much like a ribeye steak. However, I never heard of that term with a beef steak so I had to Google it. I have butchered entire animals before and processed all my own Meats, so I'm pretty familiar with the components and the different parts. I found an old article from a previous well known restaurant serving it and further investigated. They referred to it as a chuck eye roast. Lol. Well I can tell you there's no such thing. There is EXACTLY 2 very small CHUCK EYES on every cow. It's one cut per side and that's it. A roast would be just Chuck which would be a lot of unrendered fat and very tough if not slow cooked. A chuck eye is certainly one of my favorite steaks especially for the money. They are marbled and very tender. But that is certainly not what we received with the coppa steak. I'm not sure if it was Chuck or it could have been blade, but it was horrible. I was so embarrassed. My friend ate the center and was done. I ventured a little further, but quickly became frustrated with spitting out chewed meat with tough connective tissue. One more issue we had. We counted 15 plus employees and the restaurant was busy, but nothing like the other three visits I had made. Bartenders were great and literally brought our drinks. Servers however were all engaged in conversations with coworkers and we had a difficult time breaking them free to get another fork or napkin. I would assume the owners were not around and the atmosphere without supervision was way too casual for the floor staff. Anyway the whole experience was embarrassing because I raved about the place to my buddy and was shocked at what we received. 4 oz of actual meat and the rest was all unrendered fat & gristle. read more

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One of the saddest reviews I've ever written. When Cozy's opened we absolutely fell in love with it. Salem finally had "that place." The food was near perfect. Beyond fresh, incredible flavors and very unique. The chef was on station and ensured quality control was on point. Although I do not know the details, we have been told the chef left and there are new owners. Without details, that is super evident. There are literally young kids in the kitchen, arms crossed, laughing and joking with zero sense of environment or situation. Something that you'd expect from Applebees or alike. The last 4 times we have been there salads have been totally wilted, food cold and simply bad. Tonight, my wife's birthday, we chose to give it one last try. It was worse than ever. We sat next to another person at the bar who had very similar observations and experience. Our last time ever dining here was tonight. Back to Da Vinci's for a fine meal. read more

The Cozy Taberna - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Salem, Oregon

Fun place, small plates to share...can be spendy. Delicious food. Be adventurous and try this unique addition to Salem's dining scene.

Food & Drinks were wonderful. Asked for a rum old fashion, not on menu, it was perfect. The clams in a delicious broth were cooked perfectly tender. Had the Scallops, which were also perfectly cooked. Good sear, just cooked thru. We live in the Coast and are usually cautious about ordering seafood in the valley, but Cosy Taberna delivered. Had the Harvest salad and an appetizer sandwich with chorizo that were both really good. Service & Atmosphere are top notch, love the cozy dimly main floor read more

This is the best food I've had in the state of Oregon, and the best service since the RingSide ca. 1999. We arrived at five on a Saturday with no reservations and took a two-seat table in the window, ordering a few small items as we sat down. Impressions are at the end. Food and drink come first. Sangria, pitcher: muddled, fruity, delicious. This simple drink is so often wrecked -- too acid, too syrupy, too pulpy, too watery. Not this sangria! Get it by the pitcher -- it goes with everything. Cocktail: the Cardamom Blush (Aria gin, cardamom-infused Lillet Rosé, with lemon and bitters), like the grandest gin sling, served in a coupe. Reminds me of the glorious cocktails at Table 508 (R.I.P.) and there is no higher compliment. Bacon-wrapped dates: I've had these elsewhere as dátiles rellenos, but never so good: the bacon was crisped and smoky, the dates rich and not too sweet, the Marcona almond a nice touch. The spiced honey was balanced and made us order another round. Frites: as advertised, and a vehicle for the aioli, creamy, airy, and perfectly garlicky. Castelvetrano olives: served hot, which I am stealing to do at home. The oil-cured olives are even more juicy and rich this way. Amazing. Charcuterie board: so balanced. The chicken-liver mousse was delicate and light; the country pâté had body; the sausages ranged from rich to spicy. Mustard grains seemed bound with honey, flavorful but not sweet. Country bread and thinner toasted slices. Freshly pickled beets were well spiced and the spicy onions were pickled; all killer, no filler. Lamb chops (grilled El Greco lamb chops with herbed vinaigrette): crackling from the fire, perfectly hot and pink, seasoned brightly and still lamb-forward but not gamy. We took the bones home to gnaw in privacy. Scallops: seasoned and seared, with a shaved fennel salad, and romesco so good we had to try it on every other thing on the table. It will make you want to lick the plate. Desserts looked grand. We saved them for next time. Overall impressions: Music: it was a good volume to neutralize the pitch of the chatter without intruding; I walked into what I thought was "Music for Chameleons" by Gary Numan, and my small heart grew three sizes. Food: everything was richly flavored and well seasoned, fresh and so well balanced. Every garnish and condiment went with every other thing, with no two things tasting the same, but all of it going together -- tapas magic. It would be easy to have a totally vegetarian feast, eat lightly or gluttonously, or go hog-wild à la carte. But it was really designed to share and combine. Service: abundant, observant, thoughtful, experienced, and well-directed. Hosts moved discreetly, seeing all. Always prompt, never rushed...fine dining service in a casual setting with luxe comestibles. If I sound like I'm gushing, I am, and still I am not doing it justice. It fed my soul. It gave me vitamins I have been missing, and I was not sequestered during the plague years. This is not a bedraggled resuscitation, but a restoration of decadent simplicity that gives me hope for a glorious "new normal". I feel like we can have good things again. read more

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A bit overrated. I would like more middle/high-end options in salem. I admire what they're aiming for but feel they fall short perpetuating the standard of mediocre cuisine in town. There are a lot of great ideas, but I feel some revising may help. Unfortunately, out of the many items tried only one item, the brussel sprouts were worthwhile, in my opinion. I also think they could be recreated by roasting some brussel sprouts in bachan japanese bbq sauce and garlic. At its current performance I would go to Taproot over Cozy Taberna as the flavors and quality are aligned and the price point is a bit more favorable. My hope is that they elevate to match the wonderful ambiance and expectations they curate. read more

a friend and I recently ate there. we ordered two entrees off the happy hour menu then decided to order a side dish of broccolini not on the happy hour menu. we received three spears of broccolini and two fingerling potatoes. when we got the bill I was shocked to find out we were charged $25 dollars for this teeny serving. I think this is absolutely ridiculous to charge that much for something that probably cost them a dollar or less. I will not eat there again. read more

Pros Delicious food Great selection Nice ambience Great location Cons Crowded Tightly spaced read more

If I am anything I am a tapas girl. Getting to try a little bit of everything?? Yes please. The Cozy Taberna is a sweet restaurant located down the alley of Court street right before you hit commercial and behind the great harvest bread co. Definitley not a casual dinner for a couple of college students but was so delicious and worth every penny for our special night out. We ordered 3 small dishes and 3 big for our table of 5 and it was the perfect amount of food. There are also lots of options for vegetarians on the menu! My favorite veggie dishes were the squid ink pasta and the goat cheese dumplings. The staff working was so nice and friendly and gave us lots of amazing recommendations because there is so much to choose from and honestly everything looked so good it was hard to narrow it down. We can't wait to go back to try the rest that we missed out on! Cocktails here are also delicious and HUGE! We got the cran rosemary and elderflower gin and tonics and savored every last drop. read more

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My best friend and I came here tonight and had a truly lovely experience! If you don't have a reservation and hope to get a seat, rest assured it is possible. The bar top is open seating, first come first serve, so if you get there right when they open at 5 PM you can snag seats before it fills up for the evening. Off the top, I can attest that not only are the cocktails delicious, the food is as well, additionally very fresh and clean and flavorful. And the service was excellent. What we appreciated most about the service was how friendly and patient the bartenders were as we decided on items, the well timed check ins throughout the night, and the fact that they never pressured us with time, as we ended up staying from open to close. Of course we made sure to compensate them well with a great tip. We ordered many items on the menu including the sautéed spinach, grilled broccolini, manchego asparagus, fried artichokes, cod fritters, as well as the larger main dishes of the roasted eggplant with lamb ragu and the roast coppa steak frites. Honestly everything was delicious. All of the vegetable dishes were cooked perfectly and very flavorful. The roasted eggplant with lamb ragu was like a homemade lasagna but better because it was cleaner and fresher. Also, the beef roast was delicious! I don't normally eat red meat and I was very impressed with the flavor and cut of the steak. Also cooked perfectly. And the cod fritters were one of our absolute favorite dishes! Like fish and chips cod but so much more decadent and fresh, with such a clean, light flavor. Paired with the housemaid aïoli, this was the one dish we didn't leave any behind for leftovers. If you want to come here and have two cocktails, eat well, and leave satiated, you should expect to pay about $70 per person before tip. Of course, there are larger entrée items that can make this price higher depending on what you order. We ordered a little more than this, but at least this gives you a pretty realistic idea of what you might be paying. This is definitely a great place for a romantic date, a special occasion celebration with friends and family, or a just-because with your best friend! Highly recommend, and we will definitely be back! read more

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Met friends here last night for an early dinner. The food, service and ambience were top notch. The cocktails were amazing The bartenders are amazing The server was attentive, knowledgeable, friendly and didn't hover. The only dish I didn't care for the Brussels. Fried Brussels with fish sauce? Seemed so blasé and not unique enough like the other dishes which blew our socks off. Overall the experience was lovely and we will be back. read more

If you want Portland-style dining in Salem, you will be thrilled! What else to expect from restauranteur John Gorham who was quite literally pushed out of the Portland restaurant scene for threatening and misgendering a trans woman of color on facebook. It seems his Bend excursion worked so well he is now the culinary advisor and partner of Cozy Taberna. Anyone who had previously eaten at Toro Bravo would see his signature style and cuisine mirrored here. Fries were good, onion rings were mediocre, charcuterie boards was abhorrent (the crackers were soggy??? that's a new one even for me), they were sold out of the red velvet cake on a Friday night. Bringing Portland dining to Salem is an admirable goal in itself, but Salem is not the market for Portland prices. Look around and it's not hard to see why. The one highlight was the house-made sangria, but even then, not for the price. Scheduling a reservation doesn't have credibility because you WILL have to wait an extra 10-15 minutes for a table, so be warned. The storefront itself is insanely small and everything feels so squished! Tiny tables + tapas does not equal a comfortable situation for a double date. Walk-in dining is not an option; you WILL be turned away. read more

The Cozy Taberna - Sangria - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Salem, Oregon

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The wife and I had business in Salem and had multiple recommendations to come here and we were not disappointed. We made reservations to sit at the chefs bar and everything looked amazing. Brussel sprouts, bacon wrapped dates, honey brined pork chop and lava cake made the order. All were fantastic but couldn't help but interrupt James on the grill to ask about all the plates we couldn't try. James and the rest of the staff are some of the nicest people I've ever encountered. Great food. Great atmosphere. Great people. No notes. read more

Went here for my birthday and the food was great, the sangria's are delicious and before we left they gave me a muffin! I'm guessing the waitress saw my birthday when i showed my passport We will be coming back definitely! read more

The Cozy Taberna - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Salem, Oregon

Fantastic place! Food, drinks, servers are all amazing! On our short three day stay in Salem we ate dinner there twice! The menu options are so creative and well done. Excellent chef and management! Highly recommend. read more

Very good food, impeccable service , Ambiance ! I want to come back with pleasure Adrian Constantin read more