Salem, Polk County, OR

Places to go in Salem

24 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

Amadeus Restaurant

Food & Drink

Amadeus Restaurant

New American dishes with global flair & craft cocktails offered in a casual, contemporary space.

135 Liberty St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA

Archive Coffee & Bar

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Archive Coffee & Bar

Industrial-chic cafe serving creative New American fare & morphing into a cocktail bar at night.

102 Liberty St NE #120, Salem, OR 97301, USA

Bentley's

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Bentley's

Large, clubby American restaurant & lounge in the Grand Hotel serving steaks, pizza & seafood.

291 Liberty St SE, Salem, OR 97301, USA

Best Little Roadhouse

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Best Little Roadhouse

Kid-friendly American steakhouse & burger spot with a full bar & 18-hole mini-golf course.

1145 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA

Broadway Coffeehouse

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Broadway Coffeehouse

Bright, airy coffee shop offering craft brews, plus local art & conference rooms.

1300 Broadway St NE #100, Salem, OR 97301, USA

DaVinci Ristorante

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DaVinci Ristorante

Long-lived, romantic Italian restaurant with a loft, a large wine list & live piano music.

180 High St SE, Salem, OR 97301, USA

Flight Deck Restaurant & Lounge

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Flight Deck Restaurant & Lounge

Casual, historic eatery on an airport runway with American fare, plus outdoor seating & happy hours.

2680 Aerial Way SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA

French Press Coffee and Crepes

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French Press Coffee and Crepes

Gourmet sweet & savory crepes, espresso, smoothies & panini in a contemporary space with a patio.

2725 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA

Gamberetti's

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Gamberetti's

Casual, locally focused Italian eatery serving classic, gluten-free & vegan options & area wines.

195 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97301, USA

IKE Box Café

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IKE Box Café

Comfy, airy cafe offering java drinks, light fare, work areas & live music nights in convivial digs.

299 Cottage St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA

Isaac's | Downtown

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Isaac's | Downtown

Airy, industrial-chic destination offering sandwiches, bagels & pastries, plus all-day breakfast.

201 Commercial St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA

Lively Station

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Lively Station

3635 River Rd S, Salem, OR 97302, USA

Masonry Grill

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Masonry Grill

120 Commercial St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA

Noble Wave | Louisiana Kitchen

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Noble Wave | Louisiana Kitchen

189 Liberty St NE Ste 112, Salem, OR 97301, USA

Offbeat Coffee

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Offbeat Coffee

1190 12th St SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA

Ritter's Housemade Foods

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Ritter's Housemade Foods

Locally sourced cuisine, from breakfast to brick-oven pizza, & wines in a modern, minimalist space.

102 Liberty St NE #100, Salem, OR 97301, USA

Taproot Lounge & Cafe

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Taproot Lounge & Cafe

Neighborhood, late-night eatery offering a range of American plates & cocktails in a chill setting.

356 State St, Salem, OR 97301, USA

The Cozy Taberna

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The Cozy Taberna

249 Liberty St NE #140, Salem, OR 97301, USA

The Easy Otter

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The Easy Otter

130 High St SE, Salem, OR 97301, USA

The Governor's Cup Coffee Roasters

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The Governor's Cup Coffee Roasters

Relaxed coffee shop known for its house-roasted java, pastries, local art & frequent live music.

471 Court St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA

The Yard Food Park

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The Yard Food Park

A collection of food carts featuring various eats, a sit-down bar, picnic table seating & events.

4106 State St, Salem, OR 97301, USA

Urban Grange Coffee & Bakery

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Urban Grange Coffee & Bakery

1594 Edgewater St NW #180, Salem, OR 97304, USA

Wild Pear Restaurant & Catering

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Wild Pear Restaurant & Catering

Airy lunch destination offering Vietnamese-influenced American dishes plus family-style supper club.

372 State St, Salem, OR 97301, USA

Word Of Mouth Neighborhood Bistro

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Word Of Mouth Neighborhood Bistro

American restaurant serving hefty sandwiches & classic breakfast fare in a cozy converted house.

140 17th St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA