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CHOW! Restaurant Listings Delis FIRST ALTERNATIVE CO-OP 1007 SE 3rd St., Corvallis. 753-3115. (South store) NW 29th & Grant Ave., Corvallis. 452-3115. (North store) First Alternative’s commercial kitchen, Feast Alternative, offers a mostly organic hot bar and salad bar, deli entrées and made-to-order sand- wiches at the South Store. Pre-packaged Grab & Go meals, two soups daily and baked goods offered at both stores. Meat, vegetarian and vegan options. Seating areas at both stores. Wheelchair accessi- ble. OG/LG. South: 9 am-9 pm daily. North: 7 am-9 pm daily. All cards except AmEx. Mostly sold by weight. $. Bistro and Aqua. Full bar, lounge, small plates, Italian wines, kids’ menu and more. Reservations recommended. 4:30 pm-close Tu-Sa.$$-$$$. Japanese AOMATSU JAPANESE RESTAURANT 122 NW 3rd St., Corvallis. 752-1410. Full sushi bar, lively atmosphere. Friendly sushi chefs entertain you. Lunch, dinner and lots of specials. Noodles, tempura, BBQ, teriyaki and more. Lunch: 11:30 am-2:30 pm M-F. Dinner: 5 pm-9 pm M-Sa. V/MC/DC/AE. $$$. Korean YOUNG’S KITCHEN OLD WORLD DELI 2051 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 757-1626. Korean and Japanese. Sushi, udon, teriyaki ribs, yakisoba. Take-out. 10:30 am-9 pm M-Sa. $-$$. 341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 752-8549. Serving breakfast and lunch. 8 am-10 pm M-Sa, 11 am-5 pm Su. MC/V. $. Mexican WINE DEPOT & DELI BOMBS AWAY CAFÉ 300 2nd Ave. SW, Albany. 967-9499. Fax 987- 9454. Sandwiches, soups, salads, desserts at the Two Rivers Market. Wine by the glass. 9 am-8 pm M-F, 9 am-5:30 pm Sa, noon-5 pm Su. All major cards. $-$$$. Food Carts PREM ROSE EDIBLES Corvallis Winter Market, Benton County Fairgrounds. Organic, fair trade chocolates and organic rose petal jam. Specials, events and sales posted at twitter.com/premroseedibles 9 am-1 pm Sa. Indian EVERGREEN INDIAN RESTAURANT 2527 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 757-7221. Traditional recipes, fresh ingredients, all made right here. A family atmosphere in our front room with full wait service in our lounge. We specialize in natural meats and vegetarian fare, seafood and shellfish entrées, homemade des- serts and breads. 11 am-midnight M-F, 5 pm-mid- night Sa, 5 pm-9 pm Su. V/MC. $-$$. EL PARAISO 3015 Row River Road, Cottage Grove. 541-942-5688. Mexican cuisine and full service bar. Some LG. 11 am-9: 30 pm Su-Th, 11 am-10 pm F & Sa. V/MC/D/AE. $$. EL PRESIDENTE MEXICAN RESTAURANT AND CANTINA 1110 NE 2nd St., Corvallis. 752-1360. Serving lunch and dinner, traditional Mexican food, full bar. 11 am-2 am daily. V/MC/AE. $$. EL SOL DE MEXICO 136 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. 754-7944. Serving lunch and dinner, traditional Indian dishes. Lunch: 11:30 am-2:30 pm, dinner 5 pm-9:30 daily. V/MC. $$-$$$. 1597 NW 9th St., Corvallis. 752-9299. Lunch and dinner, beer, wine and cocktails. Parties up to 30 people, food to go. 11 am-10 pm Su-Th, 11 am-11 pm F & Sa. V/MC/DC/AE. $-$$. NIRVANA EL TAPATIO RESTAURANT 1945 NW 9th, Corvallis. 541-738-0487. Wheelchair accessible. Some OG/LG. International CRYSTAL’S KING OF FALAFEL CUISINE & CAFE 1425 NW Monroe Ave. #E, Corvallis. 752-6403. Mediterranean specialties: falafel, gyros, chicken & meat. Wheelchair accessible. Some OG. 9 am-8:30 pm daily. V/MC. $. LE BISTRO COUNTRY FRENCH CUISINE 150 SW Madison Ave., Corvallis. 754-6680. Classic French cuisine in a comfortably refined atmosphere. Specializing in the sauces that make French cuisine famous. Hand selected wines at reasonable prices. Impeccable service and atten- tion to detail. Your dining experience awaits. LG. 5:30 pm ‘til close Tu-Sa. V/MC/AE/D. $$$$. NOVAK’S HUNGARIAN RESTAURANT & CATERING 2306 Heritage Way SE, Albany. 967-9488. Traditional Hungarian specialties: Chicken papri- kas, kolbasz, cabbage rolls. Vegetarian entrées. In-house bakery. Novak’s also offers catering for events and special occasions. Wheelchair acces- sible. LG. 6:30 am-9 pm daily. MC/V/AE/D. $$. OASIS RESTAURANT 2315 NW Kings Blvd., Corvallis. 541-754-1850. Lebanese cuisine. 11 am-2 pm (lunch) Tu-F, 5 pm-8:30 pm (dinner) Tu-Sa, 5 pm-8:15 pm M. $$$. RIVERVIEW MONGOLIAN GRILL 230 NW 1st St., Corvallis. 754-8402. Pick your own vegetables, sauces and meats, prepared before your eyes. 11 am-8 pm Su-Th, 11 am-9 pm F & Sa. V/MC. $$. Italian IOVINO’S RISTORANTE & CATERING 136 SW Washington Ave., Ste. 102, Corvallis. 738-9015 Italian cuisine using the freshest ingredients of the Northwest. Casual dining in an “uptown” atmosphere on the Corvallis riverfront. Food and drink specials 3 pm-5 pm. Wheelchair acces- sible. Some OG/LG. Serving dinner starting at 5 pm Tu-Sa. MC/V/AE. $$$. IZZY’S PIZZA BAR & CLASSIC BUFFET 2475 NW 9th, Corvallis. 757-1156 Serving lunch and dinner, family friendly atmo- sphere. 11 am-9 pm Su-Th, 11 am-10 pm F & Sa. V/ MC. $$. MARZINI’S 922 NW Kings Blvd., Corvallis. 754-2411. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, specializing in pasta and Italian favorites. 8 am-9 pm M-F, 9 am-9 pm Sa & Su. MC/V. $$. TERZO 151 NW Monroe, Corvallis. 541-752-1120. www.terzocorvallis.com West Coast Italian cuisine from the owners of Le 1845 NW Circle Blvd., Corvallis. 758-1735. Serving lunch daily and dinner on Fridays and Saturdays. 11 am-10 pm Su-Th, 11 am-11 pm F & Sa. V/ MC/AE/DC. $$. LOS AROS MEXICAN GRILL 2309 NW Kings Blvd., Corvallis. 754-1230. Serving lunch and dinner. 11 am-8 pm Sa-Th, 11 am-9 pm F. Some cards. $$. QDOBA 2001 NW Monroe Ave. #105, Corvallis. 757-2800. Not just big burritos. Big flavors. Open for break- fast. Wheelchair accessible. LG. 8 am-10 pm M-W, 8 am-1 am Th-Sa, 8 am-9 pm Su. V/MC/AE/D. $. RIGOBERTO’S 360 NW 5th St., Corvallis. 752-2422. Breakfast, lunch and dinner, Mexican and American favorites. Open 24 hours a day, every day. V/MC. $-$$$. SANCHO’S MEXICAN GRILL 1425 NW Monroe, Corvallis.752-2500. Sancho’s specializes in homestyle Mexican cuisine prepared daily in an atmosphere both festive and intimate. Salsa music plays nightly in this low-lit, cozy nook. Quality food, mellow mood. Outside balcony. Full bar selection featuring imported Mexican tequilas and beers. Ariba! 11 am-1 am M-Sa. MC/V/AE. $. SEÑOR SAM’S MEXICAN GRILL & CANTINA 140 NW 3rd St., Corvallis. 754-7448. All food prepared fresh daily, with custom built healthy meals. Fresh salsa bar. 11 am-8:30 pm daily. All major cards. $. TACO DEL MAR word is ... Lovers of Elmer Fudds and other delicious Laughing Planet delights will be pleased to know that a second restaurant is slated to open, tentatively, at the end of February in South Eugene’s Woodfield Station. 1915 NW 9th St., Corvallis. 738-0540 The fast, fresh and fun alternative to traditional Mexican food, serving mondo burritos and rip- pin’ fish tacos with a friendly, relaxed Baja style. Wheelchair accessible. 10:30 am- 10 pm M-Sa. 11 am -9 pm Su. MC/V. $. TACOS URUAPAN 1813 SE 3rd St., Corvallis. 752-5380. Authentic Mexican cuisine. 11 am-8 pm M-Th, 11 am-9 pm F-Sa, noon-8 pm Su. V/MC/DC/D. $$. S OUTHERN AND N ORTHERN I NDIAN C UISINE Microbrew EW's BEST ALL YOU CAN EAT BUFFET 2008-2009 BLOCK 15 RESTAURANT & BREWERY L UNCH B UFFET 300 SW Jefferson Ave., Corvallis. 541-758-2077. Local brewpub featuring more than 10 house- brewed beers. Dishes made with local and regional ingredients including Painted Hills Natural Beef and Carlton Farms Natural Pork. Some OG. 11 am-11 pm Su-W, 11 am-1 am Th-Sa. MC/V/AE/D. $$. 7 Days a Week 11:30am - 2:30pm * Dinner 5–9:30pm L ARGE V EGETARIAN M ENU CALAPOOIA BREWING CO. See American * A VAILABLE IN BOTH LOCATIONS * * 1525 Franklin Blvd. Eugene, OR * 136 SW Third • Corvallis, OR * MCMENAMINS 420 NW 3rd St.,Corvallis. 758-6044. Oregon’s favorite brewpub chain. Hearty sand- wiches, soups and salads. 11 am-1 am M-Sa, noon-midnight Su. V/MC/AE/D. $-$$. 541-343-7944 541-754-7944 WYATT’S EATERY & BREWHOUSE 211 1st Ave NW, Albany. 917-3727. 24 beers on tap, full bar. Lunch and dinner menu. Burgers, pasta, seafood, steak and wraps. 11 am-8:30 pm M-Th, 7 am-10:30 pm F & Sa. MC/V/ AE/D. Northwest 101 EAT & DRINK 101 NW Jackson St., Corvallis. 541-757-0694. www.101atbigriver.com 101 strives to reduce its ecological footprint and support the local economy, making every attempt to feature local organic products on the seasonally inspired menu. 4:30 pm-10 pm M-Th, 4:30 pm-midnight F & Sa. $$. AXE & FIDDLE 657 E. Main St., Cottage Grove. 541-942-5942 Gourmet sandwiches and pizza by the slice, variety of organic salads, vegan rice and beans, tacos and tostadas, seasonal specials (including smoked salmon chowder, shrimp gumbo and corned beef brisket). Some OG. 4 pm “until you’re ready to go home.” MC/V. $. BIG RIVER RESTAURANT & BAR 101 NW Jackson, Corvallis. 757-0694. Eclectic, fresh Northwest cuisine using local organic produce, prime beef, native fish and Big River breads. The copper-topped bar features regional wines, single malts, martinis and jazz on weekends. Wheelchair accessible. Some OG/LG. Lunch 11 am-2 pm M-F, dinner from 5 pm M-Sa. DC/MC/V/AE. $$$. CAFÉ YUMM 2001 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 541-757-YUMM. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. “Soul satisfying ... Deeply nourishing®” Yumm! Bowls®, skewers, soups, salads, Yumm! Wrappits, sandwiches, salm- on burgers. Savory sauces and dressings. Extensive vegan, vegetarian ingredients. Wine, beer, juice, coffee and tea. Take-out. Event catering. Some OG/LG. 10 am-9 pm M-Sa, 10 am-8 pm Su. MC/V. $. CRAVES FINE DINING 294 Laurel St., Florence. 541-997-3033. www.cravesfinedining.com Classically trained chefs offer guests creative cuisine served in a warm and comfortable atmo- sphere by an attentive staff. Eclectic wine list and full bar service. Some OG/LG. 4 pm-10 pm Th-M. MC/V/D. $$$$. FIREWORKS RESTAURANT AND BAR 1115 South Third, 99W, Corvallis. 754-6958. ww.FireWorksCuisine.com Organic cuisine, intimate dining ambiance featur- ing earthen, sculptural wood-fired oven. Now serv- ing organic chicken and grass-fed meats. Grilled seafood, wood-fired pizza, creative vegetarian/ vegan entrées, decadent desserts. Fine wines & microbrews. Cocktails. Live music, lectures and special events. Wheelchair accessible. OG/LG. 11:30 am-2:30 pm (lunch) & 5 pm-9:30 pm (dinner) daily, 10 am-2 pm (brunch) Su. V/MC/AE. $$-$$$$. HIDDEN VALLEY RESTAURANT Hidden Valley Golf Course, 775 N. River Road, Cottage Grove. 767-0557. playhiddenvalleygolf.com Serving dinner, with lunch menu coming soon. Seafood, small plates, pasta, steak entrées, surf and turf, lamb and more. Full bar. Outdoor seat- ing on the deck. Celebrating 31 years MAGENTA RESTAURANT & CATERING 137 SW 2nd Ave., Corvallis. 758-3494. www.magentarestaurant.com Exotic organic Asian fusion recipes created by Chef Kimber Hoang seasonally incorporating local pro- duce and meats. Carefully selected wines and superb specialty martinis. $4 small plate (dim sum) menu available all hours, lunch and dinner. Wheelchair accessible. OG/LG. Lunch 11:30 am-2:30 pm M-F, noon-3 pm Sa & Su. Dinner 4:30 pm-10 pm Su-W, 4:30 pm-midnight Th-Sa. V/D/AE. $-$$$$. (541) 753-0791 Saturday from 5 pm-9:30 pm and by reservation other evenings. Catering and private party book- ings available. 8 am-2:30 pm Tu-Su, 5 pm-9:30 pm F & Sa. MC/V/DC. $-$$$$. 31 years cooking from scratch home of the sunburger fresh juices & smoothies tofu & tempeh gluten free & vegan options beer, wine & cocktails breakfast • lunch • dinner chow.eugeneweekly.com CHOW! Winter 2011 23
