PANDA EXPRESS
Oregon State University, Corvallis. 737-6888.
Serving lunch and dinner, Chinese cuisine for stu-
dents and those on the go. 10 am-8 pm M-F, 11 am-7
pm Sa & Su. No cards. $.
PING’S GARDEN
1209 9th Ave., Albany. 967-7367.
Serving lunch and dinner. 11 am-10 pm daily. V/MC. $-$$.
Coffeehouses
Lunch: 11:30 am-2:30 pm, dinner 5 pm-9:30 daily.
V/MC. $$-$$$.
NIRVANA
Smokey Habanero Hot Sauce
1945 NW 9th, Corvallis. 541-738-0487.
Wheelchair accessible. Some OG/LG.
FROM LA OFICINA
International
BEANERY, THE
948 NW Circle Blvd., Corvallis. 754-5916.
2541 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 757-0828.
500 SW 2nd, Corvallis. 753-7442.
Serving Allann Bros coffee and espresso, deli and
grilled panini sandwiches, fresh entrées, pastries and
desserts. Whole bean coffee, loose leaf premium tea,
coffee/tea accessories. “Joe Box” coffee/tea to go.
Catering available. Wheelchair accessible. Circle
Blvd.: 6 am-6 pm M-F, 7 am-6 pm Sa, 8 am-5 pm Su.
Monroe St.: 6 am-5:30 pm M-F, 7 am-2 pm Sa, 8 am-2
pm Su. 2nd St.: 6 am-11 pm daily. All major cards. $.
INTERZONE
1563 NW Monroe, Corvallis. 754-5965.
Fresh pastries every morning, all-vegetarian soups,
casseroles, vegan options. All-natural Monin
Syrups, organic coffee and dairy. Serving breakfast
weekends, huevos rancheros, tofu scrambles,
omelettes and breakfast burritos. OG/LG. 7 am-10
pm M-F, 8 am-10 pm Sa & Su summer hours, open
until midnight during the school year. MC/V. $.
MAPLETON CAFFEINATION STATION
10786 Hwy. 126, Mapleton. 541-268-1995.
A walk-in coffee shop selling organic coffee and
espresso from Café Mam. House-made baked goods
are made with only natural and fresh ingredients, and
no hydrogenated oils. House roasted, ground and tri-
ple-filtered chai. Free wi-fi; covered deck overlooks the
Siuslaw. Some OG. 7 am-6 pm Th-M, 7 am-noon Tu.
MC/V/D.
TRAILHEAD COFFEEHOUSE
47406 Hwy. 58, Oakridge. 541-782-2223.
Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner: scrambles, crepes,
sandwiches, wraps, burgers, pasta and more.
Outdoor seating and free wi-fi.
Continental
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 rea-
sonable prices. Impeccable service and attention to
detail. Your dining experience awaits. LG. 5:30 pm ‘til
close Tu-Sa. V/MC/AE/D. $$$$.
NOVAK’S HUNGARIAN RESTAURANT
& CATERING
2306 Heritage Way SE, Albany. 967-9488.
Traditional Hungarian specialties: Chicken papri-
kas, kolbasz, cabbage rolls. Vegetarian entrées.
In-house bakery. Novak’s also offers catering for
events and special occasions. Wheelchair accessi-
ble. LG. 6:30 am-9 pm daily. MC/V/AE/D. $$.
Roast the garlic in a skillet over medium heat, turning
regularly until soft and blackened in spots, 10 to 15 minutes.
Cool and peel.
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. $$$.
RIVERVIEW MONGOLIAN GRILL
In a small saucepan, combine the carrot, onion and habanero
chiles with the vinegar and one cup water. Partially cover
and simmer over medium-low heat until the carrots are
thoroughly tender, about 10 minutes. Pour into a blender
jar, add the roasted garlic, chipotle chiles and the adobo
sauce, salt and sugar. Blend until smooth. Thin with a little
additional water if hot sauce is too thick. Taste and season
with additional salt if necessary.
230 NW 1st St., Corvallis. 754-8402.
Pick your own vegetables, sauces and meats, pre-
pared before your eyes. 11 am-8 pm Su-Th, 11 am-9
pm F & Sa. V/MC. $$.
Italian
IOVINO’S RISTORANTE & CATERING
CAFÉ SHEILAGH
1043 Hwy. 99 N, Cottage Grove. 541-942-5510
Offering gourmet breakfast and lunch with cocktail,
wine and beer service. Pastries and organic coffee.
Brunch menu on Sundays includes special omelettes,
various eggs benedicts, smoked salmon cassolette and
much more! Dinner Friday and Saturday from 5 pm-9:30
pm and by reservation other evenings. Catering and
private party bookings available. 8 am-2:30 pm Tu-Su, 5
pm-9:30 pm F & Sa. MC/V/DC. $-$$$$.
Delis
136 SW Washington Ave., Ste. 102, Corvallis. 738-
9015
Italian cuisine using the freshest ingredients of the
Northwest. Casual dining in an “uptown” atmo-
sphere on the Corvallis riverfront. Food and drink
specials 3 pm-5 pm. Wheelchair accessible. Some
OG/LG. Serving dinner starting at 5 pm Tu-Sa.
MC/V/AE. $$$.
Pour into jars or bottles and store in the refrigerator until
you’re ready to add some fire to a dish.
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. $$.
OLD WORLD DELI
341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 752-8549.
Serving breakfast and lunch. 8 am-10 pm M-Sa, 11
am-5 pm Su. MC/V. $.
WINE DEPOT & DELI
151 NW Monroe, Corvallis. 541-752-1120.
www.terzocorvallis.com
West Coast Italian cuisine from the owners of Le
Bistro and Aqua. Full bar, lounge, small plates,
Italian wines, kids’ menu and more. Reservations
recommended. 4:30 pm-close Tu-Sa.$$-$$$.
Japanese
AOMATSU JAPANESE RESTAURANT
122 NW 3rd St., Corvallis. 752-1410.
Full sushi bar, lively atmosphere. Friendly sushi
chefs entertain you. Lunch, dinner and lots of spe-
cials. Noodles, tempura, BBQ, teriyaki and more.
Lunch: 11:30 am-2:30 pm M-F. Dinner: 5 pm-9 pm
M-Sa. V/MC/DC/AE. $$$.
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. $-$$$.
Korean
Food Carts
2051 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 757-1626.
Korean and Japanese. Sushi, udon, teriyaki ribs,
yakisoba. Take-out. 10:30 am-9 pm M-Sa. $-$$.
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
136 SW 3rd St., Corvallis. 754-7944.
Serving lunch and dinner, traditional Indian dishes.
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. $$.
EL PRESIDENTE MEXICAN
RESTAURANT AND CANTINA
YOUNG’S KITCHEN
Mexican
2527 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 757-7221.
Traditional recipes, fresh ingredients, all made
right here. A family atmosphere in our front room
with full wait service in our lounge. We specialize
in natural meats and vegetarian fare, seafood and
shellfish entrées, homemade desserts and breads.
11 am-midnight M-F, 5 pm-midnight Sa, 5 pm-9 pm
Su. V/MC. $-$$.
725 Row River Rd., Cottage Grove. 541-942-2491.
Lunch: all-you-can-eat salad bar and selection of
sandwiches and daily specials. Dinner: New York
steak, chicken picatta, Northwest salmon.
Vegetarian entrées. Some OG/LG. 11:30 am-2 pm &
5 pm-9 pm daily. All major cards. $$-$$$$.
CALAPOOIA BREWING CO.
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MCMENAMINS
420 NW 3rd St.,Corvallis. 758-6044.
Oregon’s favorite brewpub chain. Hearty sand-
wiches, soups and salads. 11 am-1 am M-Sa, noon-
midnight Su. V/MC/AE/D. $-$$.
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
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. $-$$$.
EL SOL DE MEXICO
SANCHO’S MEXICAN GRILL
EL TAPATIO RESTAURANT
1845 NW Circle Blvd., Corvallis. 758-1735.
Serving lunch daily and dinner on Fridays and
Saturdays. 11 am-10 pm Su-Th, 11 am-11 pm F & Sa. V/
MC/AE/DC. $$.
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. $$.
1425 NW Monroe, Corvallis.752-2500.
Sancho’s specializes in homestyle Mexican cuisine
prepared daily in an atmosphere both festive and
intimate. Salsa music plays nightly in this low-lit,
cozy nook. Quality food, mellow mood. Outside
balcony. Full bar selection featuring imported
Mexican tequilas and beers. Ariba! 11 am-1 am
M-Sa. MC/V/AE. $.
SEÑOR SAM’S MEXICAN GRILL &
CANTINA
140 NW 3rd St., Corvallis. 754-7448.
All food prepared fresh daily, with custom built
healthy meals. Fresh salsa bar. 11 am-8:30 pm daily.
All major cards. $.
Pizza
AMERICAN DREAM PIZZA
2525 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 757-1713.
214 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 753-7373.
Music, art, beer and pizza. Tastiest pizza in
Corvallis, by the slice or whole pie. Outrageous
combos, fabulous salads and stellar calzones.
Nice selection of local brews. Outdoor rooftop
seating on 2nd St. Free delivery. 11 am-10 pm daily,
open ’til 11 pm F & Sa. V/MC. $-$$.
CIRELLO’S PIZZA
919-F NW Circle Blvd., Corvallis. 754-9199.
Serving dinner. Open till 10 pm Su-Th, ’til 11 pm F &
Sa. V/MC. $.
CROWBAR
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. $$.
214 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. 753-7373.
“Where the back alley meets the high road.”
Crowbar bills their drinks as “honest cocktails for
workaday people.” Fresh infusions, kamikazes,
classic cocktails, Dream pizza. Behind American
Dream pizza, alley entrance. 4:30 pm-close daily.
MC/V. $-$$.
AXE & FIDDLE
PIZZA PIPELINE
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. $.
CRAVES FINE DINING
1110 NE 2nd St., Corvallis. 752-1360.
Serving lunch and dinner, traditional Mexican food,
full bar. 11 am-2 am daily. V/MC/AE. $$.
1597 NW 9th St., Corvallis. 752-9299.
Lunch and dinner, beer, wine and cocktails. Parties
up to 30 people, food to go. 11 am-10 pm Su-Th, 11
am-11 pm F & Sa. V/MC/DC/AE. $-$$.
BOMBS AWAY CAFÉ
VILLAGE GREEN RESORT &
GARDENS RESTAURANT
2001 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 541-757-YUMM.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner. “Soul satisfying ...
Deeply nourishing®” Yumm! Bowls®, skewers,
soups, salads, Yumm! Wrappits, sandwiches,
salmon burgers. Savory sauces and dressings.
Extensive vegan, vegetarian ingredients. Wine,
beer, juice, coffee and tea. Take-out. Event cater-
ing. Some OG/LG. 10 am-9 pm M-Sa, 10 am-8 pm
Su. MC/V. $.
QDOBA
401 E. Main St., Cottage Grove. 541-767-0320.
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. $$.
CAFÉ YUMM
EL PARAISO
STACY’S COVERED BRIDGE
RESTAURANT
BLOCK 15 RESTAURANT & BREWERY
101 NW Jackson, Corvallis. 757-0694.
Eclectic, fresh Northwest cuisine using local organic
produce, prime beef, native fish and Big River breads.
The copper-topped bar features regional wines, sin-
gle malts, martinis and jazz on weekends. Wheelchair
accessible. Some OG/LG. Lunch 11 am-2 pm M-F,
dinner from 5 pm M-Sa. DC/MC/V/AE. $$$.
TRASK BEDORTHA
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 sandwiches 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 accessible. OG/LG. South: 9
am-9 pm daily. North: 7 am-9 pm daily. All cards except
AmEx. Mostly sold by weight. $$.
Microbrew
BIG RIVER RESTAURANT & BAR
IZZY’S PIZZA BAR & CLASSIC
BUFFET
TERZO
FIRST ALTERNATIVE CO-OP
137 SW 2nd Ave., Corvallis. 758-3494.
www.magentarestaurant.com
Exotic organic Asian fusion recipes created by Chef
Kimber Hoang seasonally incorporating local pro-
duce and meats. Carefully selected wines and superb
specialty martinis. $4 small plate (dim sum) menu
available all hours, lunch and dinner. Wheelchair
accessible. OG/LG. Lunch 11:30 am-2:30 pm M-F,
noon-3 pm Sa & Su. Dinner 4:30 pm-10 pm Su-W,
4:30 pm-midnight Th-Sa. V/D/AE. $-$$$$.
1813 SE 3rd St., Corvallis. 752-5380.
Authentic Mexican cuisine. 11 am-8 pm M-Th, 11
am-9 pm F-Sa, noon-8 pm Su. V/MC/DC/D. $$.
5 cloves garlic, unpeeled
1/2 cup peeled, roughly chopped carrot (one medium sized
carrot)
1/2 cup roughly chopped white onion (about half of a small
onion)
12 medium (about 5 ounces) orange habanero chiles,
stemmed
3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (plus about 4 tbsps of the
sauce from the can or more if you want it smokier)
1 cup apple cider vinegar
1 cup water
about 2 tsps salt
1/4 tsp sugar
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. $.
MAGENTA RESTAURANT & CATERING
1915 NW 9th St., Corvallis. 738-0540
The fast, fresh and fun alternative to traditional
Mexican food, serving mondo burritos and rippin’
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
Makes about 2 cups
CRYSTAL’S KING OF FALAFEL
CUISINE & CAFE
TACO DEL MAR
294 Laurel St., Florence. 541-997-3033.
www.cravesfinedining.com
Classically trained chefs offer guests creative cui-
sine 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. $$$$.
FIREWORKS RESTAURANT & BAR
1115 South Third, 99W, Corvallis. 754-6958.
ww.FireWorksCuisine.com
Organic cuisine, intimate dining ambiance featuring
earthen, sculptural wood-fired oven. Now serving
organic chicken and grass-fed meats. Grilled sea-
food, wood-fired pizza, creative vegetarian/vegan
entrées, decadent desserts. Fine wines & micro-
brews. Cocktails. Live music, lectures and special
events. Wheelchair accessible. OG/LG. 11:30 am-2:30
pm (lunch) & 5 pm-9:30 pm (dinner) daily, 10 am-2 pm
(brunch) Su. V/MC/AE. $$-$$$$.
HIDDEN VALLEY RESTAURANT
Hidden Valley Golf Course, 775 N. River Road,
Cottage Grove. 767-0557.
playhiddenvalleygolf.com
Serving dinner, with lunch menu coming soon.
Seafood, small plates, pasta, steak entrées, surf
and turf, lamb and more. Full bar. Outdoor seating
on the deck.
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WOODSTOCK’S PIZZA PARLOR
1045 NW Kings Blvd., Corvallis. 752-5151.
Pizza & salads, beer & wine. Free delivery (most of
Corvallis). Wheelchair accessible. 11 am-midnight
Su-Th, 11 am-1 am F & Sa. V/MC/D/AE. $$.
Seafood
AQUA SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & BAR
151 NW Monroe, Corvallis. 541-752--262.
www.aquacorvallis.com
Pacific Rim Hawaiian regional cuisine. Family
friendly. Full bar, lounge and dining room. 4:30
pm-close Tu-Sa.
MCGRATH’S FISH HOUSE
350 Circle Blvd., Corvallis. 752-FISH.
Fresh fish & seafood, serving lunch, dinner, and
Sunday brunch. 11 am-10 pm M-Th, 11 am-11 pm F &
Sa, 10 am-10 pm Su. V/MC/AE/D. $$-$$$.
Southeast Asian
TARN TIP THAI CUISINE
2535 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. 757-8906.
Serving lunch and dinner. LG. Lunch 11 am-3 pm.
Dinner 5 pm-9 pm M-Sa, 4 pm-9 pm Su. No cards.
$$.
THAI CHILI
1425 NW Monroe Ave., Suite A, Corvallis. 738-0848.
MC/V. $.
Vegetarian
CAFÉ YUMM
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NEARLY NORMAL’S GONZO CUISINE
109 NW 15th, Corvallis. 753-0791.
Mexican, Italian, Mediterranean, tofu and tempeh,
fresh juice and smoothies, margaritas, beer and
wine. Catering, outdoor garden dining. Wheelchair
accessible. Some OG/LG. 8 am-8 pm M-W, 8 am-9
pm Th & F, 9 am-9 pm Sa. MC/V. $-$$.
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