Twirling Bird

Cute spot. Fantastic burgers and shakes. Friendly service…read more My two teens and I were looking for a some food after a hike through Silver Falls State Park, and Mountain Burgers was exactly what we needed. The menu was straight forward, and everyone found a burger to suit them. I'm a huge fan of bigger, wider fries cooked to the perfect level of crispiness, and this place did not disappoint. And the peanut butter cup milkshake was the perfect chaser. If you're looking for a solid burger, great fries and a good shake, this is the spot!

Hubby went inside for me, loved how fresh the fires tasted. You can tell they are cooked daily…read more Thick but not too thick. Seasoned well. The hamburger was delicious. I do love a good burger with fresh fresh lettuce. I do wish mustard was added to my burger but their homestyle sauce is good too! The bun was perfect. I strongly dislike a soggy bun. The bun was toasted lightly :). Will go again, but next time I'd love to go inside.

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Oreo Milkshake

Silver Falls Brewery

4.4(116 reviews)

0.2 mi

Discovered this place through a random referral after riding the mtb trails. Had the burger and…read moretots. The burger was well done, however it was seasoned well. The tots were crispy and not greasy which was great. The real highlight of this place is the beer. So tasty!! This is on my shortlist next time I am out here.

Returned a year later Saw several reviews stating the burger…read morewas good Maybe my burger a year ago was a fluke and just a bad day Ok I order the cheeseburger "Fresh ground beef" Unfortunately the burger was the same a before Dry, dense packed To make matters worse, this time the bun was over toasted to a point it was desiccated and crumbly like panko bread crumbs Don't order the burger unless you don't mind something mediocre So disappointing

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Bar

The Gallon House

3.3(249 reviews)

I had the Mac n Cheese with wings and it was really good! The service is fast n friendly. Outdoor…read moreseating is available and it's so nice to sit outside and eat! Beautiful flowers surrounds the outside so it's nice.

I'm a Silverton local, and The Gallon House used to be my favorite bar in town. Seven years later,…read moreit is now the one place I deliberately avoid. They have an amazing beer selection, a solid menu, and great outdoor seating. However... About six months ago, I was there with my daughter for trivia when a server was moving a table or chairs through the aisle. The table struck and caught my chair hard enough that I had to stand up and physically separate my chair from it. The server continued past without acknowledging what happened or apologizing. My daughter immediately asked me if the server disliked me because the interaction seemed so strange. Later, I asked the server why she had hit my chair and said nothing. She initially denied hitting it, then said she hadn't realized my chair had been caught. At no point did she offer an apology. The interaction felt unnecessarily hostile and uncomfortable, so I asked for my food to go and left. I contacted the owner afterward. He responded through Facebook, asked what happened, and told me he would look into it and get back to me. He also apologized for the experience. Six months later, despite greeting him around downtown a few times, I have never heard anything further. I gave the place another chance recently when I stopped in with a friend to order a sandwich to go. The same server from the earlier incident was working behind the bar. We stood there waiting to place an order, but she would not acknowledge us, so we eventually went outside and called in the to-go order by phone instead. While we were there, a man near the entrance who appeared heavily intoxicated stumbled past us and fell hard enough that police and paramedics eventually responded. We came back in about ten minutes later to pick up the order and left. When we opened the food, the chicken patty was severely overcooked and blackened. Being a local and downtown regular, I don't enjoy writing a negative review about a locally owned Silverton business, particularly one I once liked. But after six months of waiting for a resolution, multiple poor experiences involving the same employee, and no meaningful follow-up from ownership, I no longer have confidence that customer experience, food quality, or the overall management of the establishment are priorities here. There are too many other good places in Silverton to spend my money. I won't be returning, and based on my experiences, I can't recommend The Gallon House. That is genuinely disappointing, because my daughter and I used to really enjoy going there for trivia night.

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Oso

4.4(93 reviews)

the ox tail soup was better than my sisters soup. the waitress promised not to tell! (ashleigh)…read more had whiskey and coke to drink, she asked if i had a preference in whiskey? i replayed "no" looks like well whiskey.............buffalow trace! .nice well whiskey ! i had the clams !!!! omg to die for. people of salem, do your self a favor and ck out oso !!!!!! soon !!!!!

Excellent food and service. Warm welcome and friendly staff…read more Next time will go with friends since I was solo and only had 2 dishes which were both excellent. Didn't take pic of 2nd dish yet yummy. And saw so many dishes that looked great being brought to other diners. Overall excellent - will return next time in Silverton.

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The Noble Fox

3.8(150 reviews)

Absolutely Fabulous -- And the Best Old Fashioned Ever!…read more What a wonderful find in Silverton! Our group of four stopped at The Noble Fox Restaurant & Bar for lunch, and everything about our experience was fantastic. We decided to order several plates to share so we could try a little bit of everything: Gorgonzola Fries, Bacon-Wrapped Dates, Brussels Sprouts, and Spicy Tacos. Every single dish was delicious -- there wasn't a morsel left on the table! I also ordered an Old Fashioned, and I can honestly say it was the best Old Fashioned I've ever had. It was so good that I had to seek out the bartender afterward to personally thank him and ask about his recipe. That led to one of the highlights of our visit: he graciously gifted me a copy of his cocktail book! I was so impressed that I ended up buying five more copies for friends. What a fun and unexpected memory to take home from our trip! The service was wonderful, the food was fabulous, and the hospitality made the experience truly memorable. We enjoyed our meal outside in the beautiful Oregon weather, which made an already great afternoon even better. If you're visiting Silverton or heading to or from Silver Falls State Park, The Noble Fox is absolutely worth a stop. And if you enjoy an Old Fashioned, do yourself a favor and order one! We would definitely return!

so definitely not as good as last time I went service with mediocre the food wasn't great. The…read morebacon wrap dates were half the size of what they were last time. I ordered them overall just wasn't a great experience not bad just not great

First time here. I'm gettting salmon 's!

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Front counter

Magnolia Grill

4.4(98 reviews)

0.0 mi

We had an exceptional experience at Magnolia Grill tonight. For appetizers, we had both the…read morezucchini blossoms and the brussel sprouts. The blossoms were good but the brussel sprouts were absolutely yummy- crispy crunchy with a mustard sweet chili sauce that was just the right flavors to add depth to the dish. For cocktails we tried the smoked peach old fashion which were dangerously delicious. Oh the entrees...words are inadequate to describe how good the entrees were. The pork chop and beef medallions entrees were so tender and flavorful and cooked to perfection. The chimichurri on the beef medallions was vibrant, herbaceous, with a little spicy heat. My friend had the pork chop and she said it was the best she has had. Food aside, the Magnolia Grill wait staff were phenomenal. We were greeted warmly and immediately once in the door. We were seated right away and the ambiance of the restaurant is very welcoming. The staff were attentive, professional, and friendly. We had the best service we've had in a restaurant in years. I would definitely recommend 100%. This was our first visit but will not be our last!

Matt was our server and he was wonderful. We had a reservation for 12 people. The service was fast,…read moreeverything was done correctly and the food was fabulous. I would go back in a heartbeat next time we need a good restaurant. Thank you for all who participated in great service and food.

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Outside patio area

Mac's Place

3.3(210 reviews)

One of my favorite stops in Silverton! Anytime I'm out this way, I love stopping at Mac's Place for…read morea bite. They have some seriously delicious sandwiches, and I've tried a variety of them, but my go-to is always the Reuben. It never disappoints! The staff is always super friendly, which makes the experience even better. And they have a really nice patio right next to the river, making it such a great spot to sit, eat, and enjoy the scenery. If you're in Silverton and looking for a good sandwich, definitely stop by Mac's Place!

Always a fun place to visit. We enjoy sitting out on the deck creek side. Food is always good. A…read morefriendly atmosphere. Bathrooms always clean.

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Phenomenal Hot Buttered Rum

Water Mountains Restaurant

4.3(38 reviews)

2.0 mi

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Very clean spot, Nice people an fast best Burger. They have…read morea next tables that look so charming.

The food was great, the service was amazing, and the vibe was very relaxed. The cheeseburger and…read morepatty melt were exactly what we needed after completing the Trail of Ten Falls. Would def recommend!

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Wooden Nickel Pub & Eateries

3.7(110 reviews)

1.1 mi

The drinks are great! The lemon drop is my favorite there. Great bar with a hometown feel. Servers…read morealways have a smile on their face. Shelly is especially wonderful! Her service is spot on. The food is also amazing, appetizers are my favorite!

Had breakfast at the Nickel. Ellie provides great service. She is always friendly & professional…read more The food is always good & the atmosphere is enjoyable.

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Biscuits and gravy, egg, potatoes O'Brien, bacon

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It's the Deftones White Pony running the other direction!

Roth's Fresh Markets - Silverton

3.8(36 reviews)

0.3 mi

Picked up lunch here after hiking Silver Falls. The deli had plenty of pre-made options as well as…read morebuild-to-order sandwiches. Also grabbed donuts and amazing apple fritters. Prices were a little high but our demand for good was pretty inelastic in the moment.

Expired food and got food poisoning from the grill. This place used to be great but now we have to…read morecheck the date on everything we buy. Don't eat at the grill, you've been warned. SAFEWAY.

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George J.

5 years ago

The Twirling Bird, Portland's latest addition to the food scene, more than lives up to it's advance reputation. A crispy, yet juicy, rotisserie, joins a secret recipe breaded option, and a monumental burger that reminded me of my Grandma's kitchen. More than worth a visit for the "been there done that" crowd. George "Chicken man" Johnson read more

Alex C.

3 years ago

One of the most important qualities for a good restaurant is consistency. In a previous review, I noted the fantastic quality offered by this spot- having now eaten here several times I can say that they are able to deliver that quality regularly. Highly recommend you stop by- best chicken sandwich in Portland right now. read more

Emily M.

5 years ago

The couple at the cart were extremely friendly and a pleasure to talk to! I had the fried chicken sandwich and fried smashed potatoes with garlic and parm! The food was super scrumptious!! I will most definitely be back!! read more

Joe C.

5 years ago

Great food and amazing people I want to the postal store and ask them about Twirling Bird the year of an amazing review, I tried it. And it was all and more than I hoped for. Will become a regular read more

Michael G.

5 years ago

Swing by, grab some chicken but don't forget to ask about the cookies!! The owners are great and make some delicious food, We're lucky to have them on this side of town. read more

Peter T.

2 years ago

Welcome to Silverton and goodbye (good riddance ! ) to Portland. We are so happy that you brought your delicious menu and passion to our small town. read more

Su W.

5 years ago

Incredible side dishes. I loved the smashed fried potatoes and teriyaki green beans! Biscuits were great. Great new place for flavorful meal!!! read more

Kali E.

5 years ago

This is way to much fun!!! Even the kids love it and that's saying something. Very friendly staff. Good seating area and a nice bathroom.

Linda T.

9 months ago

Delicious chicken sandwich & the burger was amazing I cannot wait to try more food here. The customer service was amazing!

Kris C.

5 years ago

The fried Chicken Sandwich was excellent! Now that I know this place is so close to me, I'll be coming back more often.

Amanda B.

1 year ago

Amazing food! Chicken strips are so freaking good! Portions are hefty so definitely worth the price.

Kay N.

5 years ago

Best food in the area. I eat here 3-5 times a week at work. Very fresh and very delicious.

Elyjah F.

5 years ago

Awesome place awesome customer service food on fire

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