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CHOW! Restaurant Listings ing hoisin-braised pork, pork/ham and tofu options, garnished with pate, pickled carrots, radishes, cilantro and more. Also serving lemon- grass chicken, and such sides as pate, chips, pickles and Asian beverages. 11 am-3 pm M-F. No cards. $-$$. SARA’S TAMALES Saturday Market, 8th & Oak. 686-8885. www.eugenesaturdaymarket.org Serving chicken and vegetarian tamales, fruit salad. 10 am-5 pm Sa. $. SARITZA MEXICAN FOOD Saturday Market, 8th & Oak. 686-8885. www.eugenesaturdaymarket.org Serving tacos, taco salad, burritos. 10 am-5 pm Sa. $. SCIACCA’S FOCACCIA Farmers Market, 8th & Oak. 285-6334. Locally baked in FOOD for Lane County’s kitchen using local ingredients. Offering a variety of regular and seasonal flavors including Scarboro Faire, With Love From Vesta, Thai Pyro and more. Salt from Olive Grand, local beers in the hydra- tion, self-grown herbs. Saturdays at Lane County Farmers’ Market. T.R.E.E., THE Saturday Market, 8th & Oak. 686-8885. www.eugenesaturdaymarket.org Crab, salmon and veggie wontons, green salad, Sticky Sticky Tempeh, seasonal wontons and more. 10 am-5 pm Sa. $. TOFU PALACE Saturday Market, 8th & Oak. 686-8885. www.eugenesaturdaymarket.org Tofu Tia, tofu breakfast, Toby’s Tofu Paté. OG/LG. 10 am-5 pm Sa. $. VIVA! VEGETARIAN GRILL 12th & Willamette. 595-8482. Grilled veggie dogs, soysages, vegan chees- esteaks and tempeh ruebens. Gluten-free options. Organic tea, coffee and juices. All vegan menu. Some OG. 11 am-4 pm M-F. Cash only. $. ★ Best Food Cart, Second Place WHOLE ENCHILADA International BRUNO’S CHEF’S KITCHEN 3443 Hilyard St. 687-CHEF (2433). www.brunoschefskitchen.com Bruno shops at local markets daily, seeking the freshest quality ingredients to create a proges- sive, exquisite cuisine. Bessie serves with an equally special flair. Menu changes weekly and can be found on restaurant website. Some OG/LG. Wheelchair accessible. 5-9 pm Tu-Sa. MC/V/AE. $-$$$$. CAFÉ COCONUT 4419 W. Commerce St. (Inside Space Age.) 689-0111. Serving breakfast and lunch: Gyro breakfast pita, biscuits and gravy, pastrami breakfast pita, falafel, shawarma, cheeseburger, portobello pita and more. Sides range from crinkle-cut fries to hummus and tzatziki. Thai coffee and tea, cook- ies, coconut ice cream and other treats. 7 am-5 pm M-F, 11 am-5 pm Sa. V/MC/D. $. CAFÉ LUCKY NOODLE 207 E. 5th Ave. 484-4777. www.luckynoodle.com A locally owned, upbeat and contemporary global noodle house that features Italian and Thai cuisine on one dynamic menu. Award-winning specialty cocktails, homemade pasta and gelato, espresso and late night full dinner menu. Serving lunch, dinner and weekend continental brunch. Some OG/ LG. Wheelchair accessible. 11am-11pm M-TH, !!am- midnight F, 9 am-midnight Sa, 9 am-11 pm Su. Brunch 9 am-2 pm Sa & Su. MC/V/AE. $$-$$$$. ★ Best Cocktails, Second Place See Cafés & Vegetarian JUNG’S MONGOLIAN GRILL 4355 Commerce St., Suite 110. 344-7578. All-you-can-eat stir-fried veggies, tofu, meats and sauces. Beer and wine available. Wheelchair accessible. Lunch 11:30 am-4 pm daily. Dinner 5-9 pm Su-Th, 5-10 pm F & Sa. V/MC/D/AE. $-$$. OFF THE WAFFLE 2540 Willamette St. 606-4348 www.offthewaffle.com Serving authentic liege waffles, a classic Belgian treat. 7 am-8 pm Su-Th. 7 am-11 pm F-Sa. No cards. $. WYLIE’S FOOD CARTÉ PAPAYAS ASIAN FOOD CATERING Indian BOMBAY PALACE 880 E. 13th Ave. 343-1443. Wide range of authentic Indian meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan dishes. All-you-can-eat buffet Monday through Friday. Student special punch card (buy nine entrées, get the 10th free). Some LG. 11 am-8: 45 pm M-F, noon-8:45 pm Sa, 5 pm-8:45 pm Su. MC/V. $$. EVERGREEN INDIAN CUISINE 1525 Franklin Blvd. 343-7944. Serving lunch and dinner, traditional Indian dishes. 11:30 am-2:30 pm and 5 pm-9:30 pm daily. MC/V. $$-$$$. POPPI’S ANATOLIA 992 Willamette St. 343-9661. Serving lunch, dinner: Half the menu is Greek, half is Indian. Kotta Psiti (Greek roasted chicken), thali platter (selection of Indian vegetable dish- es), vegetarian soups and entrées, Greek salad. Wine, beer. Reservations for 5+. Lunch M-Sa, dinner nightly. MC/V. $$. ★ Best Mediterranean TASTE OF INDIA 2495 Hilyard St. 485-9698. 844 E. 13th Ave. Authentic Indian cuisine for vegetarian and non- vegetarian palates. Freshly baked and stuffed roti. Buffet lunch and dinner specials. Tandoori chicken, lamb, seafood. Salads. Take-out. 228-0768 or 988-1828. www.papayascatering.com Specializing in Asian cuisine for catering events: business luncheons, training, weddings, rehears- al dinner, parties, etc. Sample lunch menu: Asian crunch salad, teriyaki chicken, stir-fry noodles with vegetables, steamed rice, cookie tray. See website for a full menu or email yuenlee@att.net for a free price quote and menu ideas. MC/V/AE. $-$$. THREE FORKS WOK & GRILL 2560 Willamette. 485-8489. 3003 N. Delta Hwy. 762-0540. Serving lunch, dinner. Healthy, fresh, pan-Asian food made to order in minutes. Fresh vegetables and spices wok-seared with Thai noodles or white and whole-grain jasmine rice. Pair with chicken, tofu, tempeh, steak or shrimp from the grill. Vegetarian and vegan friendly. Some OG. 11 am-9 pm M-Th, 11 am-9:30 pm F, noon-9: 30 pm Sa, noon-9 pm Su. MC/V. $$. Italian AMBROSIA RESTAURANT & BAR 174 E. Broadway. 342-4141. Serving lunch, dinner: Regional Italian cuisine, fish specials, wood-burning pizza oven, calzones, pastas, vegetarian entrées, salads. Extensive wine list, beer, 7 microbrews, full bar. Reservations. Take-out, banquets, warm atmo- sphere 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 Italian, Third Place B B E e S s Best 20 200 t T B 0 a 7 H BA a r 7 p R py Foo FO H O d o D u r VOTED NUMBER ONE 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. $$-$$$. ★ Best Italian COUNTRYSIDE PIZZA & GRILL See American DOUGH CO., THE 1337 Hilyard St. 485-7459. www.doughco.com Bakery-style kitchen serving 31 kinds of calzones and warm cookies. Everything $6.25 or less. Delivery until 3 am. 11 am-3 am daily. MC/V/AE/D. $. EXCELSIOR INN, RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 754 E. 13th Ave. 342-6963. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner. Pacific Northwest and northern Italian menu with local ingredients. Homemade pastas, fresh seafood, organic meats, produce from Excelsior Farm, desserts. Wine, beer, microbrews, full bar. Outdoor patios, private seating and meeting space available. Some OG/LG. Wheelchair acces- sible. Breakfast 7 am-10 am. Lunch 11:30 am-2 pm. Dinner 5 pm-10 pm daily. Bistro/Lounge open until 11 pm daily. All major cards. $$-$$$$. IZZY’S PIZZA & BUFFET See Pizza LA PERLA See Pizza MAZZI’S ITALIAN FOOD HOLY COW CAFÉ Saturday Market, 8th & Oak. 686-8885. www.eugenesaturdaymarket.org Serving enchiladas, rice and beans, nachos. 10 am-5 pm Sa. $. 2836 W. 11th Ave. 731-9565. Serving lunch and dinner: Organic chicken and lamb skewers, Hawaiian shrimp plate, pita sand- wiches. Vegetarian options. Some OG/LG. 11 am-6 pm M-F. $. Cash only. BEPPE & GIANNI’S TRATTORIA 3377 E. Amazon Dr. 687-2252. www.mazzis.com Family owned, preparing the Italian-Sicilian favorites of Papa and Mama Mazzi. Local prod- ucts and organic produce from Mazzi’s farm. Serving new and old favorites in a comfortable, relaxed setting. Northwest and Italian wines, microbrews, imported beer. Outdoor seating. Dine in or take out. Some OG/LG. Wheelchair accessible. Dinner from 5 pm daily. MC/V/AE. $$. ★ Best Italian, Second Place NOLI ITALIAN CAFÉ 296 E. 5th Ave. (5th St. Market). 686-9199. Serving lunch, dinner: Original Italian food based on Ligurian cuisine. Homemade sauce, dressing and pasta. Family-oriented restaurant. Vegetarian entrées. Some OG/LG. 11 am-7 pm M-Sa, 11 am-6 pm Su. All major cards. $$. OLIVE GARDEN 1077 Valley River Dr. 349-8929. Serving Italian lunches, dinners, vegetarian entrées, wine, beer, microbrew, full bar. Take-out. 11 am-10 pm Su-Th, 11 am-11 pm F-Sa. MC/V/AE/DC. $-$$. OSTERIA SFIZIO 105 Oakway Center. 302-3000. sfizioeugene.com Serving lunch, dinner and weekend brunch: Italian regional cuisine, prepared using high quality local ingredients. Full bar. Patio seating. word is ... A brand-new Yogurt Extreme has opened near campus at 879 E. 13th Ave. Independantly owned by Oregon sisters, the place serves YoCream with 75 toppings! 11:30 am-close daily, brunch 11:30 am-2:30 pm Sa & Su. $$-$$$$. lunch specials, take-out. Wheelchair accessible. 11 am-9 pm M-F, noon-9 pm Sa. MC/V. $-$$. ★ Best New Restaurant KOREA HOUSE Japanese CAFÉ ARI RANG See Korean IZAKAYA MEIJI COMPANY 345 Van Buren. 505-8804. Japanese style tavern serving small plates, noodles, cocktails, sake, desserts and more. 5 pm-close. $$. ★ Best New Restaurant, Second Place IZUMI SUSHI & GRILL 2773 Shadow View Drive. 683-1201. Serving lunch, dinner: Sushi bar, full sushi menu, sashimi, rolls, grill menu, tempura, noodles, variety of tapas, traditional and fusion dishes. 11:30 am-2:30 pm and 5 pm-10 pm M-F, 5 pm-10 pm Sa, 5 pm-9 pm Su. All major cards. $$-$$$$. ★ Best Sushi, Third Place KAMITORI 1044 Willamette St. 686-3504, kamitori10.com Traditional Japanese cuisine, sushi including nigiri, sashimi, and noodle dishes such as udon and soba. 11 am-3 pm & 5-8 pm M-Th, 11 am-3 pm & 5-9 pm F, 5 pm-9 pm Sa. V/MC. $-$$. MISO 686 E. 13th Ave. 434-1001. SUSHI DOMO 1020 Green Acres Rd. 343-0935. 2835 Oak St. Sushi, yaki soba, nigiri, vegetarian selections and more. Private dining room available. Wheelchair accessible. Lunch 11 am-2 pm M-F. Dinner 4:30 pm-10 pm M-Sa. Oak St.: 10 am - close M-Sa. Some cards. $-$$$. ★ Best Sushi SUSHI PURE 296 E. 5th Ave. (5th St. Market) 654-0608. Serving lunch, dinner: Fresh sushi, traditional and modern, with housemade special sauce on 15+ rolls. Sashimi, nigiri, fusion rolls, udon, don- buri, teriyaki, etc. Full bar, sake bar, Japanese beer and wines. Closed Sundays. All major cards. $-$$$$. SUSHI STATION 199 E. 5th Ave. #7. 484-1334. Sushi on conveyor, made-to-order chef’s special rolls, teriyaki, tempura, katsu, yakisoba and udon noodle soup and more. 11:30 am-2:30 pm and 5 pm-10 pm M-F, 5 pm-10 pm Sa. All major cards. $$-$$$. ★ Best Sushi, Second Place SUSHI YA 5 E. 8th Ave. 686-3464. Serving lunch and dinner weekdays, dinners only on weekends. Sushi, Japanese and Korean cui- sines. Daily sushi and kitchen specials. Wheelchair accessible. Noon-2 pm M-F, 5 pm-10 pm nightly. MC/V/D. $$-$$$. TOSHI’S RAMEN 1520 Pearl St. 683-7833 Serving lunch and dinner. Shoyu, miso and shio noodles. Gyoza, fried rice, stir-fry, teriyaki chick- en, cold noodles, cold ramen salad. Vegetarian entrées. Take-out. LG. Lunch 11 am-3 pm M-Sa. Dinner 5 pm-9 pm M-Sa. Closed every third Sa of the month. V/MC. $-$$. ★ Best Asian That’s Not Sushi or Thai Korean BRAILS RESTAURANT See Cafés CAFÉ ARI RANG 485 E. Broadway. 302-4542. Conveniently located downtown on Broadway and Franklin. Sunday is Family Outing Day. 11 am-9 pm Su-F. CAFÉ SEOUL 1930 Franklin Blvd. 687-2122. Serving lunch and dinner. Offering authentic, traditional Korean meals with Japanese and Chinese dishes. Lots of vegetarian selections, CAFÉ GLENDI 296 E. 5th Ave. (5th St. Market). 485-3391. Serving lunch, dinner: Tasty selections of Greek/ Mediterranean dishes including moussaka, chicken and lamb souvlaki, spanakopita and fresh salmon as well as vegetarian dishes. Phone orders. Take-out. Catering. Some OG/LG. Wheelchair accessible. 11 am-7 pm M-Sa, 11 am-6 pm Su. MC/V. $-$$. 1306 Hilyard St. 345-9555. Serving lunch, dinner: Traditional Korean dishes with some Japanese food. Steamed rice, soup and kimchee with some meals. Vegetarian entrées. Take-out. 11 am-8 pm M-F. MC/V. $-$$. NOODLE BOWL CAFÉ MAROC 860 Pearl St. Serving authentic Korean food and pan-fried noodle dishes. 11 am-9 pm. 28 E. Broadway. 344-6948. cafemaroceugene.com Serving the colorful and bold cuisines of North Africa. Primary focus on local, seasonal and sustainable meats, seafood and vegetables. Weekly specials and vegetarian options. Full bar. Belly dancing most nights. Reservations for 6 or more recommended. Wheelchair accessible. 5 pm-10 pm Tu-Sa. MC/V/AE. $$-$$$$. ★ Best Asian That’s Not Sushi or Thai, Third Place SUSHI YA See Japanese CAFÉ SORIAH 384 W. 13th Ave. 342-4410. Serving lunch, dinner: Mediterranean, interna- tional and Northwest cuisine. Lamb, chicken, seafood, vegetarian specialties, salads. Wine, beer, microbrews, full bar. Reservations. Take- out. Some OG/LG. Wheelchair accessible. 11 am-2 pm M-F, 5 pm-10 pm Su-Th, 5 pm-11 pm F-Sa. MC/V/AE. $$$$. Latin American & Caribbean EL JARRO AZUL See Mexican ★ Best Restaurant, Third Place ★ Best Mediterranean, Second Place ★ Best Place to Eat When You’re Not Paying, Second Place JOHNNY OCEAN’S GRILLE 114 Oakway Center. 342-7994. Serving lunch and dinner in a Caribbean atmo- sphere. Appetizers, steaks, hamburgers, chicken, halibut, ahi, salmon, shrimp, sandwiches, includ- ing veggie sandwich, fries, salads, pad Thai, curry sauté, halibut fish tacos. All food prepared with trans fat-free olive oil. Shakes, beer and wine. Take-out. Outside seating. Some OG/LG. 11 am-9 pm M-Sa, 11:30 am-7 pm Su. MC/V. $$-$$$$. CASABLANCA MIDDLE EASTERN RESTAURANT 296 E. 5th Ave. (5th St. Market). 342-3885. Serving lunch, dinner: Vegetarian, chicken and lamb dishes from the Middle East. Counter ser- vice. Take-out. Some OG/LG. Wheelchair accessi- ble. 10 am-6 pm daily. V/MC. $$. LA OFICINA 1491 Willamette St. 338-4621. Treat yourself and your taste buds to a culinary journey south of the border. Serving a unique mixture of Latin American and Caribbean cui- sine. Seafood, vegetarian and vegan options available. Full bar featuring a large selection of tequilas and hand-shaken cocktails with Latino flair. Patio dining available. Lunch 11:30 am-2:30 pm M-F. Dinner 5 pm-9 pm M-Th, 5 pm-10 pm F & Sa. MC/V/D. $$. CASPIAN MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT RED AGAVE GREEK PARADISE 863 E. 13th Ave. 683-7800. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner all day: Roasted eggplant dishes, falafel, gyros, feta salad, burritos, Philly steak, taco salad, vegan soup and more vegetarian entrées. Take-out. Wheelchair accessible. 8 am-8: 30 pm Su-Th, 8 am-2:30 am F & Sa. MC/V/D. $. ★ Best Mediterranean, Third Place 454 Willamette St. 683-2206. www.redagave.net Traditional recipes & modern flair from Latin America featuring local, organic foods presented in an intimate bistro setting. Craft, fresh-fruit cocktails and fabulous wines from around the Latin world. Cantina Menu of affordable dishes available anytime at the bar. Vegetarian options available. Family-style menu option (three course, fixed price) and a new drink menu coming soon. Some OG/LG. Wheelchair accessible. 5 pm- late M-Sa. MC/V/AE. $$$. 65 Division Ave., Suite M. 684-5000. Greek, Mediterranean and American dishes. Gyros, falafel, shish kabobs, chicken kabobs, Greek salad, breakfast served all day. Lunch and dinner specials, Philly cheese steaks and more. Banquet/meeting room. 8 am-9 pm daily. MC/V. $$. POPPI’S ANATOLIA See Indian Mexican ★ Best Mexican/Latin American, Second Place BURRITO AMIGOS SUNSET ISLAND CAFÉ 1136 Hwy. 99 N. 461-8880. 1239 Alder St. 2445 Hilyard St. 868-1528. 1333 W. 6th Ave. 338-9190. 1600 Coburg Rd. 868-0908. 201 42nd St., Springfield. 746-7279. 3000 Gateway Mall, Springfield. 743-0103. In front of Jerry’s Home Improvement Centers, Eugene and Springfield. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner: Specializing in burritos (meat or vegetarian, breakfast), tacos, taco salad, chili verde, tostadas, quesadillas and many vegetarian items. Espresso and coffee at drive-thrus. Speedy service. Take-out. Some LG. Wheelchair accessible at Hilyard and Coburg locations. 6:30 am-9 pm M-Sa, 8:30 am-8 pm Su. MC/V/AE/D. $. 1050 Greenacres Rd. TACO LOCO 900 W. 7th Ave. 683-9171. Featuring a unique mixture of Latin American and Caribbean dishes steeped in tradition. Vegetarian and vegan friendly. Full bar special- izing in margaritas and cocktails made from all natural juices. A large selection of tequilas available. Wheelchair accessible. Lunch 11:30 am-2:30 pm M-F. Dinner 4:30 pm-close M-F. 11:30- close Sa. MC/V/D, no checks. $$. Mediterranean ALBEE’S N.Y. GYROS BURRITO BOY TAQUERIA 391 W. 11th Ave. 344-0010. Falafel or beef/lamb mixed meat gyros, $6 with whatever you want: lettuce, tomatoes, onion, black olives, feta, pepperoncini, tzatziki sauce. N.Y. dogs available here, too: $4 with whatever you want. Also serving baklava and spanakopita. 11 am-10 pm M-Sa. No cards. $. 943 River Rd. 689-7970. 30 W. 10th Ave. 344-5856. 510 E. Broadway. 344-8070. 2511 W. 11th Ave. 338-4219. 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