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T a s ty T h ai Ki t ch en NOW DELIVERING! LUNCH SPECIAL! Famous Original Thai Wrap starting at $3.50 WEEKEND SPECIAL! Honey Roasted Duck Fruit Smoothies Vegetarian & Vegan Options Beer on Tap & Wine Available Bubble Tea pm F-Su. Misty’s Lounge open daily. All cards. $-$$. OF GRAPE AND GRAIN, THE DELI VINTAGE, THE 160 Oakway Rd. 344-9463. Serving breakfast, lunch: Pastries, espresso, sandwiches, soups, salads. Wine & beer. Catering, take-out and delivery also available. Wheelchair accessible. M-Sa 9 am-5 pm, Noon-4:30 pm Su. MC/V/AE. $. 837 Lincoln St. 349-9181. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner: Sweet and savory crepes, fondue, sandwiches, salads, appetizers and more. Intimate atmosphere in a cozy house built in 1873. Outdoor seating. Live music on weekends. Full bar. Vegetarian entrées. 2006-2007 EW Best of Eugene Best House Drink, Second Place: Watermelon Squeeze. 11 am-10 pm Tu-F, 9 am-10 pm Sa, 9 am-9 pm Su. MC/V. $$. ★ Best New Restaurant WILLIE’S ON 7TH STREET 388 W. 7th Ave. 485-0601. Serving dinner: Seafood, veal, beef, chicken, lamb, pastas, vegetarian entrées, desserts. Domestic and imported wines, beer, full bar. Take-out. Wheelchair accessible. 5 pm-9 pm M-Th, 5 pm-10 pm F-Sa. All cards. $$$-$$$$. AQUILA & PRISCILLA’S QUIZNOS SUBS CAFÉ ZENON 898 Pearl St. 343-3005. Downtown’s landmark bistro, serving break- fast, lunch, dinner and late-night desserts daily. An eclectic, changing, international menu featuring creative preparation of the freshest local ingredients and a huge dessert selection. Wine, beer, microbrews, spirits. Sunday brunch. Outdoor dining. Some OG/LG. Wheelchair accessible. 8 am-11 pm Su-Th, 8 am-midnight F-Sa. MC/V. $$-$$$. ★ Best Downtown Lunch ★ Best International/Continental, Second Place JUNG’S MONGOLIAN GRILL 4355 Commerce St., Suite 110. 344-7578. All-you-can-eat stir-fried veggies, tofu, meats and sauces. Beer and wine available. Wheelchair accessible. Lunch 11:30 am-4 pm daily. Dinner 5-9 pm Su-Th, 5-10 pm F & Sa. V/MC/D/AE. $-$$. See Coffeehouses BIER STEIN, THE SCHLOTZSKY’S DELI 345 E. 11th Ave. 485-2437. Serving lunch and dinner: Soup, salads, sand- wiches, grilled panini and appetizers. Vegetarian entrées. Try one of 825 bottles of beer or one of ten beers on draft. Selected Oregon wines also available. 11 am-11 pm M- Sa, 4 pm-11 pm Su. MC/V. $-$$. 3215-A W. 11th Ave. 342-5555. Toasted sandwiches on unique buns made from scratch daily in on-site bakery. Gourmet pizzas, heartys soups, big fresh salads, wraps, breakfast sandwiches served all day. Just- right desserts and fresh cookies. Full City cof- fee. Catering trays. Drive-through. Take-out. Wheelchair accessible. 10 am-9 pm daily. MC. $. SAVOY TRUFFLE, THE SUNDANCE NATURAL FOODS THREE FORKS WOK & GRILL 748 E. 24th Ave. 343-9142. Vegetarian (mostly vegan) organic buffet: Salad bar, prepared salads, raw food dishes, hot entrées, soups and chili. Also whole grain organic cookies, cake and pie with wheat- and gluten-free options. Half-baked pizzas. Biodegradable packaging. OG/LG. Wheelchair accessible. 7 am-11 pm daily. All major cards. $. 2560 Willamette. 485-8489. Serving lunch, dinner. Healthy, fresh, pan- Asian food made to order in minutes. Fresh vegetables and spices wok-seared with Thai noodles or white and whole-grain jasmine rice. Pair with chicken, tofu, tempeh, steak or shrimp from the grill. Vegetarian and vegan friendly. Some OG. 11 am-9 pm M-Th, 11 am- 9:30 pm F, noon-9: 30 pm Sa, noon-9 pm Su. MC/V. $$. 1843 Pioneer Pkwy. East, Springfield. 744- 1700. www.aquilaandpriscillas.com Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner. Upscale atmosphere with quick cuisine: hot pastas, sandwiches, gourmet soups, garden fresh salads. Vegetarian entrées. Full espresso bar and baked goods. Fireplace and comfy seat- ing, meeting room, free wireless internet. 7 am-8 pm M-F, 8 am-8 pm Sa. MC/V. $. BARRY’S ESPRESSO BAKERY & DELI ★ Best Beer on Tap Selection BIG TOWN HERO 1810 Willamette St. 345-3838. Hot and cold sandwiches made on hand- made white, wheat and onion bread. Soup, salad and panini sandwiches. Specializing in office party events. 10 am-8 pm M-F, 11 am-7 pm Sa & Su. V/MC/AE. $. 25th & Willamette. 345-1014. www.capellamarket.com Made-to-order sandwiches, espresso drinks, teas and organic juices. Fresh daily vegetari- an and meat-based entrées, sides, appetizers and soups. Call to order box lunches, party trays and kitchen-made food for small and large events. Take-out. Limited seating. Some OG/LG. Wheelchair accessible. 8 am-10 pm daily. MC/V/AE/D. $-$$. VILLAGE IDIOT, THE CITYVIEW DELI See International 45 E. 8th Ave. 242-3536 Offering a relaxing ambiance, with sandwich- es made on fresh baguettes. Also panini, homemade soups and pastries. Beignets made to order. Wheelchair accessible. 8 am-3 pm M-F, 8 am-3 pm Sa. MC/V/AE. $. CONTINENTAL DELICATESSEN 1133 Willamette St. 344-7002. Serving breakfast, lunch: Continental break- fast: Scones, breakfast burritos, omelettes, bagels. Lunch: Variety deli and specialty sandwiches, fresh soups and chowders, chili, salads, vegetarian dishes. Fresh-baked bread and pastries. Espresso drinks. Free ice cream with lunch. Neighborhood delivery. Take-out. 7:30 am-5 pm M-F. No cards. $. CORNUCOPIA See Cafés DAILY BAGEL 4770 Village Plaza Loop. 431-5700. Serving breakfast, brunch and lunch: Bagels, breakfast and deli sandwiches, pastries and desserts. Smoothies, vegetarian entrées, sal- ads, soups, gourmet coffee. Low-carb options. Some LG. Wheelchair accessible. 6 am-3:30 pm M-F, 7 am-4 pm Sa, 8 am-4 pm Su. V/MC. $. 980 Oak St. 345-6577. Serving breakfast and lunch, mostly from- scratch recipes with emphasis on taste. Soups, salads, meatball sub. Vegetarian entrées. Call for take-out. LG. 7 am-4 pm M-F, 9 am-4 pm Sa, 9 am-3 pm Su. $. ZOLOTOY PETUSHOK/GOLDEN ROOSTER-EUROPEAN STORE & DELI LATITUDE 21 21 W. 6th Ave. 338-9000. Featuring international cuisine and pub fare. All meats Oregon raised and bought locally at Long’s Meat Market. Several Jamaican dishes. Polynesian, Italian, Southern and American entrées. Vegetarian options. Some OG/LG. 11 am-2:30 am M-F, 8 am-2:30 am Sa & Su. MC/V. $-$$. 460 Willamette. 343-1586. Serving lunch and dinner. Fresh and inventive food served tapas style, including Tragar smoked meats, smoked prime rib Friday and Saturday. Desserts made on site. Full bar. Vegetarian entrées. Reservations recom- mended on weekends. Some OG. 11 am-1o pm M-Sa. MC/V/AE/D. $$. THREE SQUARE 2835 Oak St. 284-2825. Serving international cuisines with a local fla- vor. Full bar with specialty cocktails, interna- tional and local wines (including organic and co-op wines) and local beers on tap. Sunday brunch. 11:30 am-9 pm M-Th, 11:30 am-10 pm F, 8 am-10 pm Sa, 8 am-9 pm Su. MC/V/D. $- $$$. WORLD FLAVORS See Food Carts Food Carts ALEXANDER’S GREAT FALAFEL 13th and Kincaid. Serving lunch: Falafel, hummus, tabouli, vegan and kosher entrées. Free lemonade with all food orders. Some OG. 11 am-4 pm M- F. $. ★ Best Food Cart, Second Place BBQ KING See Barbecue CART DE FRISCO Oakway Center. Broadway & Willamette. Serving lunch: char-broiled Frisco chicken sandwich, salad or skewer with homemade sauces and seasoning. A Eugene original recipe. Oakway Center: 11 am-3 pm M-Su. Downtown: 11 am-3 pm M-F. No cards. $. ★ Best Food Cart O SO DELICIOSO DRIVE-THRU ESPRESSO & CAFÉ See Cafés 2145 W. 7th Ave. 344-5144. Salads, hot dogs, burgers (veggie too), que- sadillas, smoothies, breakfast items and more. Full espresso bar. 7 am-5 pm M-F, 8 am- 5 pm Sa. $. GARDEN DELI & CATERING WORLD FLAVORS FLYING DOGS CAFÉ & DELI ZOLOTOY PETUSHOK/GOLDEN ROOSTER-EUROPEAN STORE & DELI 3163 W. 11th Ave., Ste. C-1. 393-0091. Serving authentic Russian cuisine. Great vari- ety of meats, fish, cheeses, teas, juices, spices, sweets and dairy products from Europe. Fresh, homemade food (kosher and vegetarian friendly). Catering, take-out. Some OG/LG. Wheelchair accessible. 10:30 am-7 pm M-Th, 10:30 am-8 pm F, 11 am-6 pm Sa, 11 am-4 pm Su. All major cards. $. Italian AMBROSIA RESTAURANT & BAR 174 E. Broadway. 342-4141. Serving lunch, dinner: Regional Italian cui- sine, fish specials, wood-burning pizza oven, calzones, pastas, vegetarian entrées, salads. Extensive wine list, beer, 7 microbrews, full bar. Reservations. Take-out, banquets, warm atmosphere with antique decor. Some OG/LG. Wheelchair accessible. 11:30 am-10 pm M-Th, 11:30 am-11:00 pm F-Sa, 4:30-10 pm Su. MC/V. $$-$$$. ★ Best Wine Selection, Third Place (tie) BEPPE & GIANNI’S TRATTORIA 1646 E. 19th Ave. 683-6661. Serving dinner: Variety of homemade pastas: Ravioli, lasagna, linguini, spaghetti. Seafood, salads. Wine, microbrews. Take-out. 5-10 pm daily. MC/V. $$-$$$. 450 Country Club Rd, Ste. 140. 485-7500, fax 485-7504. Serving full breakfast and lunch entrées. Pastries, soups, sandwiches, salads and espresso drinks. Comfortable seating inside and out. Specializing in corporate breakfast, lunch, box lunches and more. Call for cater- ing menu. Some OG/LG. Wheelchair accessi- ble. 6 am-4 pm M-F. Catering available as needed. All major cards. $-$$. EMU, UO. 517-7366. Serving ethnic dishes from around the world, including Caribbean jerk chicken wrap, coconut curry wrap, African peanut stew, Caribbean jerk chicken salad and more. Occasional daily specials. Vegetarian entrées. LG. 11:30 am-3 pm Tu-F. $. Indian COUNTRYSIDE PIZZA & GRILL JAZZIE’S DELI POPPI’S ANATOLIA DOUGH CO., THE 1869 Pioneer Pkwy. East, Springfield. 747- 8090. Serving lunch and dinner: Deli sandwiches, Umpqua ice cream, espresso, Godzilla sand- wiches, lunch boxes and vegetarian entrées. Beer. Take-out. 7 am-11 pm M-F, 8 am-11 pm Sa, 9 am-9 pm Su. MC/V/D. $. See Mediterranean JIFFY MARKET WINE & DELI 3443 Hilyard St. 342-4552. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner: Sandwiches, soups, salads, hamburgers, fish and chips, burritos. Handmade soups, draft beer, wine by the glass. Self-serve. Take-out. Smoking on the deck. Some OG/LG. Wheelchair accessible. 8 am-9 pm M-F, 8:30 am-9 pm Sa, 8:30 am-5 pm Su. MC/V/AE. $. ★ Best Wine Selection, Second Place OAKWAY WINE & DELI 105 Oakway Center. 343-3088. Serving lunch, dinner: sandwiches, fresh baked goods, soups, deli salads, daily lunch and dinner specials. Full service espresso. Wide selection of wine, beer and cocktails. Indoor and outdoor seating. Take-out. Wheelchair accessible. 10 am-9 pm M-Sa, 11:30 am-4 pm Su. AE. $-$$. 14 JANUARY 25, 2007 CHOW! ★ Best Downtown Lunch, Third Place ★ Best International/Continental, Third Place (tie) 207 Coburg Rd. 431-0905. 801 E. 13th Ave. 338-7098. 864 Beltline Rd., Springfield. 744-2998. 2155 Olympic St., Springfield. 393-0030. Oven toasted subs, like mesquite chicken with bacon and a fabulous veggie, delicious soups like broccoli and cheese, fresh crave- able salads like honey mustard chicken. Fun kids meals from $2.99. Catering and take-out available. LG. Wheelchair accessible. Gateway: 11 am- 9 pm M-Th, 11 am-10 pm F & Sa. Campus: 10 am-11 pm M-Sa, noon-11 pm Su. Olympic: 11 am-9 pm daily. All major cards. $. CAPELLA MARKET DELI 302-6444 PITA PIT Delis See American 80 E. 29th & Willamette 391 W. 11th Ave. 344-6303. Serving lunch, dinner. Specializing in hot sandwiches: Philly cheese steaks, meatball sandwiches, brats and Italian sausages, chicken strips and more. Vegetarian entrées. All $4 and under. 11 am-7 pm M-F, noon-7 pm Sa & Su. Cash only. $. 1087 Willamette St. 485-5595. Serving lunch and dinner: Pitas stuffed with falafel, steak, gyros, turkey, chicken and a variety of other selections. Choose your own toppings and sauce. Delivery. 11 am-3 am M- W, 11 am-4 am Th-Sa, noon-2 am Su. No checks. $. BROADWAY, THE 11AM-9:30 PM DAILY PHATTY SNAK SHAK until midnight. Serving unique breakfast items daily, authentic Italian and Asian pas- tas, organic coffee, homemade gelato and specialty cocktails. Full bar. Some OG/LG. Wheelchair accessible. 8 am-midnight Su-Th, 8 am-1 am F & Sa. MC/V. $$. TASTE OF INDIA 2495 Hilyard St. 485-9698. 65 Division Ave. 607-3966. Authentic Indian cuisine for vegetarian and non-vegetarian palates. Freshly baked and stuffed roti. Buffet lunch and dinner specials. Tandoori chicken, lamb, seafood. Salads. Catering available. Take-out. 11 am-3 pm, 5 pm-10 pm daily. All cards. $. International BRUNO’S CHEF’S KITCHEN 3443 Hilyard St. 687-CHEF (2433). Fax 687- 0122. Bessie and Bruno proudly present world- class cooking in their Eugene-style eatery. Using only the freshest and finest ingredi- ents, cooked to order, Bruno creates his unique menu and Bessie serves with an equally special flare. Come enjoy for yourself! Some OG/LG. Wheelchair accessible. 5-9 pm Tu-Sa. MC/V/AE. $-$$$$. CAFÉ LUCKY NOODLE 207 E. 5th Ave. 484-4777. Full-service restaurant and bar open for breakfast, lunch and a complete dinner menu ★ Best Italian/Greek/Middle Eastern CAFÉ LUCKY NOODLE See International See American 1337 Hilyard St. 485-7459. www.doughco.com Bakery-style kitchen serving 31 kinds of cal- zones, warm cookies and homemade ice cream. Everything $5.50 or less. Delivery until 3 am. 11 am-3 am daily. MC/V. $. EXCELSIOR INN, RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 754 E. 13th Ave. 342-6963. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, daily: International menu, local ingredients. Fresh seafood, organically grown meat, produce. Wine, beer, microbrews, full bar. Beautiful outdoor patios, private seating available. Reservations appreciated. Some OG/LG. Wheelchair accessible. Breakfast 7 am-10 am. Lunch 11:30 am-2 pm. Dinner 5 pm-10 pm daily. Bistro/Lounge open until 11 pm Su-Th, midnight F & Sa. All major cards. $$$$. IZZY’S PIZZA & BUFFET See Pizza JO FEDERIGO’S RESTAURANT & JAZZ CLUB 259 E. 5th Ave. 343-8488. www.jofederigos.com Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner: Italian food, vegan and vegetarian selections, steaks and seafood. Large selection of award-winning www.eugeneweekly.com