Need a new restaurant for date night? Want to find your next haunt? We've got you covered.
1859 Cider Co.: Four out of four stars
1859 Cider Co. crafts unique hard ciders in the style of white wine, developing remarkable tasting profiles for easy-to-drink ciders.
Recommended: Bone dry, Russet pear.
If you go:5 to 11 p.m.Tuesdays-Thursdays,3 p.m. toclose Fridays-Saturdays and3 to 11 p.m. Sundays.249 Liberty St.NE, Suite 140.$5 to$10,(503) 584-1306.
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Rafns': Four out of four stars
Rafns' European-inspired Northwestern cuisine consistently impresses and is not easily forgotten. Recommended dishes:
Recommended:Risotto, pasta bolognese.
If you go:5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays,479 Court St NE, $25-$35,503-580-2936.
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Archive Coffee & Bar: Three-and-a-half out of four stars (four out of four stars for beverages)
The bartenders at Archive Coffee & Barare co*cktail geeks, and watching them play with unusual spirits, infusions and techniques is enough entertainment for one night.
Recommended:Put your trust in the bartenders' hands with a Revolver. You pick the spirit, they do the rest.
If you go:7 a.m. to midnight, 102 Liberty St. SE, Suite 120, $5-$24.
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Andaluz: Three-and-a-half out of fourstars
Andaluz transcends the traditional tapas restaurant with deftly executed Latin American, French and Southern American flavors.
Recommended dishes: Croquettes, bacon-wrapped dates, shrimp and grits (when available).
If you go:4:30 to 9 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays, 4:30 to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays,130 High St. SE, $3 to $20 (expect to order two to three plates per person; price increases tend to reflect entree size), (503) 585-1773.
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Big Blue Thai BBQ: Three-and-a-half out of four stars
The kind and welcoming family behind Big Blue Thai BBQ found the one thing they don't just do well, but have perfected: Exceptional smoked and grilled pork with piquant and unforgettable sauces.
Recommended: Thai papaya salad, super best combo.
If you go:11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, noon to 7 p.m. on some Sundays,2679 Commercial St. SE,$5 to $16; $30 for a full rack of ribs,(971) 301-8714.
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Table Five 08: Three-and-a-half out of four stars
Table Five 08 takes on the almost impossible challenge of classifying as a "global" restaurant and succeeds; it's a restaurant that could please anyone.
Recommended: Steamed clams, hasenpfeffer, "Ramen 508."
If you go:11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Fridays, 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturdays, 508 State St., $20 to $30,(503) 581-5508.
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The MarKum Inn: Three out of four stars
The MarKum Innoutside Silverton and Mt. Angel uses locally sourced foods and the power of wood flame to create no-fuss, refined country food.
Recommended:All pizzas, roast beef sandwich, butternut hummus.
If you go:11:45 a.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesdays-Thursdays and Sundays and 11:45 to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays,36903 Highway 213, Appetizers $5 to $11, entrees $9 to $17, steaks to market (around $20 to $40), 503-829-6006
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Ritter's Housemade Foods: Three out of four stars
Ritter's Housemade Foods gracefully filled the void of anytime, go-to market restaurant with casually refined salads and attention to detail.
Recommended: All salads, Phat Mike's pizza, breakfast.
If you go:8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays,102 Liberty St. NE, Suite 100, $6-$15,(503) 339-7928
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Tup Tim Thai Cuisine: Three out of four stars
Tup Tim Thai Cuisine balances distinctive Thai flavors with tempered, creative aromatics for a people-pleaser for any occasion.
Recommended: Tom Kha soup, Prik Khing, Namtok Beef.
If you go:11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 4 to 9 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, noon to 3 p.m. and 4 to 9 p.m. Saturdays, and 4 to 9 p.m. Sundays,3860 Commercial St. SE, $6 to $15,503-967-6078
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Romana's Mexican Restaurant: Three out of four stars
Romana's Mexican Restaurant delivers the smoky, homey flavors of a traditional Oaxacan kitchen to Northeast Salem with family-friendly charm.
Recommended: Espagueti verde, pollo de barbacoa, mole.
If you go:11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sundays,2325 Fairgrounds Road NE, $2 to $18, (503) 364-1046.
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Cache Tamales & Bakery: Three out of four stars
Cache Tamales &Bakery in West Salem wraps Guatemalan style tamales in banana leaves to keep them moist, and fills them with briny olives and peppers to keep you coming back for more.
Recommended: Guatemalan-style pork tamales, green smoothie.
If you go:11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays-Fridaysand11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays, 1115 Wallace Road NW, $2 to $6.
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Gather: Three out of four stars
Gather in Silverton focuses on Oregon bounty and heritage with slow food and creative brunch fare.
Recommended: Breakfast hash, chicken and waffles, croque madame.
If you go:8 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily, with breakfast served 8 to 11 a.m. Mondays-Fridays, 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays and all day Sundays, 200 EMain St., Silverton, $10-$20,(503) 874-4888.
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Cuisine India: Three out of four stars
Cuisine India masters Northern Indian delights, from juicy charred tandoori chicken to complex, mildly spicy vegetarian stews.
Recommended: Tandoori chicken, baingan bharta, tikka masala, vegetable samosas.
If you go:Lunch buffet 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays and 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays, $8.99-$20, 1220 State St.,(503) 990-8679.
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Deanies Wienies: Three out of four stars
Deanies Wienies, the hot dog stand in the Woodburn mall, serves expertly crafted franks with myriad free toppings.
Recommended: Hot dog with mustard, sauerkraut, onions and a dill pickle.
If you go:11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays-Fridays and Sundays,11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays, (off-season hours),1001 North Arney Road (in Woodburn Premium Outlets, by Forever 21), $4,(503) 990-8679.
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