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    4.3 (12 reviews)
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    Mushroom Truffle Risotto
    Haley R.

    Eugene needs more restaurants like this and I'm so happy Zest opened up! The crab cakes are sooooo good! The wine is amazing and the beautiful, English bartender gives amazing wine and whiskey recommendations. The mushroom risotto is so delicious and comforting. It's perfect for a date night or any dinner!

    Roasted garlic and cambozola cheese appetizer
    Robyn G.

    First off, finding the place is a trick. You can no longer use the elevator in the DAC, you have to go to a different elevator that has an entrance off Willamette. Once we arrived upstairs we were greeted pretty promptly and sat in the bar area. We were told the other room was their "fine dining area", but I think it's all the same menu. The bar atmosphere was fun and we had a window seat which scored some points for ambiance. Our waiter was very nice, but failed to mention any of the specials to us, and we didn't hear about them until long after we'd ordered and he was telling them to another table. So, that was kind of a bummer. I had a glass of house red wine that was very good. Hubs had two old fashions. The first was kind of watered down and flavorless and the second one was pretty good. So, although they weren't consistent, at least one was good! We ordered the roasted garlic and cambozola cheese appetizer and it was the best thing we had. Served with fresh pita slices and cranberry? chutney, it was very good. (Although I might argue that it could have used another bulb or larger bulb of roasted garlic). We split a Caesar salad that seemed fresh, was really over dressed, and offered little flavor. The salad was garnished with some grilled (a little charred) bread of some kind that was really good. Then mushroom risotto that was like- ok. Not bad, but also lacking some flavor. All in all not a terrible experience but not stellar either. I'd go back for the atmosphere and the appetizer. (And the wine) Will probably be really nice in better weather when you can sit outside.

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    The Wheel Apizza Pub

    The Wheel Apizza Pub

    4.3
    (277 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    Tucked into a cool area just outside downtown, this place is great. Rustic beams, bikes hanging…read morefrom the ceiling, and a super clean and inviting atmosphere. The pizzas and salad we had were top tier. Locally sourced ingredients perfectly prepared. I'll be back to try the rest. You order at the counter and pick up your drinks right away. They were really helpful with our questions since it was our first time. someone is bringing the drinks up to you as soon as you order. Within minutes of choosing a table our freshly prepared salad was already there. A few minutes later our pizzas were delivered. Keep note to maybe let the pizza sit a couple minutes because they are piping hot! Even if you aren't hungry, come here for the beers and craft cocktails. There are a lot of great breweries in Eugene and this is one of them. I took the bartenders suggestion and it was really good. Many options in Eugene and this one should be on your list.

    We shared the Longbridge Hacker pizza and I was very much looking forward to try their naturally…read moreleavened crust (like sourdough). However, the crust was way too thin toward the middle of the pizza to even hold the toppings. It just flopped over. It was maybe a mm thick?? Toward the outer half of the circle, the dough was good consistency and quite delicious. The arugula salad was nice. With some orange slices and lots of cubes of beets, pickled red onions and sunflower seeds. Too much oil in the lemon vinaigrette IMO since it all tasted a bit oily. The beers were excellent. Service good (order at counter and they will bring it to you). Parking in the neighborhood, a bit sketchy.

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    Part of the interior during a lul in the busy evening rush
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    Hey Neighbor! Pizza- Friendly

    Hey Neighbor! Pizza- Friendly

    4.4
    (62 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    Favorite new pizza place because Kyle talked me into a whole pizza instead of just a slice by…read moretelling me it would only take 10 to 15 minutes for the Pie. He was right. Because it was a 12 inch...and because of the oven the pizza came out perfectly. It was midmorning, so the place wasn't packed yet, and I needed a bite before I got on the road. I wanted some light pizza in this place made an exceptional sausage pizza with olives and onions called the Brooklyn. I requested fresh basil to be added. Kyle offered me a glass of water while I waited and then told me about their happy hour which goes from 2 to 5 and four of the pizzas are discounted and the beer on top is also reduced in price. Briefly stepped out into the parking lot for a minute and a stranger stopped and offered me a beautiful single rose. It was a lovely surprise and made my crazy morning easier. When I went inside a really delicious hot pizza -- made with the thin crust I like -- was ready for me to take with me. When I open the box the smell was actually so irresistible I ate a slice before I left. Don't forget to check out the Lego display by the door and someone there loves plants and the plants know it bc they are thriving! Hey Neighbor is a great place to come for pizza and a welcoming vibe. Thanks Kyle!

    If your looking for that true Italian style - wood fired , thin crust , delicious pizza - then this…read moreis your spot. I have been going here consistently for a year and it's CONSISTENTLY excellent- always friendly service ( after all it's in the friendly neighborhood) - set inside a pretty open space- don't get discouraged if you see a crowd outside - often there's tables open inside ! Also - the drinks ! They are exceptional! The salads. fresh & literally top shelf.! Hey Neighbor brings that all around Italian quality to Eugene ! It's a must if you love pizza !

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    Carnera- all the meat
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