Eating Out in Eugene, Oregon: The 10 Best Local Restaurants
Home to the University of Oregon, Eugene is also host to an eclectic array of delicious eateries, from fine dining to more affordable options. From Latin to Thai cuisine and everything in between, the range of multi-cultural culinary offerings will impress many foodies. Here is an updated list of some of the tastiest spots in Eugene, Oregon.
Bagel Sphere
Established in 1995 by Jim and Tamara Underwood, Bagel Sphere is a delicious fast-casual eatery specialising in artisan bagels. Sourcing the highest quality ingredients from local purveyors, and using no preservatives, guests will taste the difference in these authentic bagels. The kettle-boiled and stone-hearth baked bagels, which are made daily, come in 16 different sweet and savoury varieties, plus seasonal flavours. These can all be made into delicious breakfast and lunch sandwiches, or topped with tasty spreads. Appealing to a wide range of tastes, this restaurant also offers vegetarian options, salads, soups, and other baked goods, such as muffins, cookies, and brownies. Bagel Sphere (West Eugene), 4089 W. 11th Ave., Eugene, OR, USA, +1 541 868 1072 Bagel Sphere (Downtown), 810 Willamette St., Eugene, OR, USA, +1 541 341 1335
1. Cornbread Cafe
Cafe, Food Truck, Restaurant, Diner, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, American
3. Papa's Soul Food Kitchen & BBQ
Restaurant, American, Soul Food
Party Downtown
Established in 2013 downtown by Tiffany Norton and Mark Kosmicki, Party Downtown is a brick-and-mortar extension of their food cart, Party Cart. Featuring flavourful New American cuisine, this eatery is a true farm-to-table establishment, as most of the ingredients (nearly 100%) used in the innovative cuisine are locally sourced, including organics. Foodies will love the rotating menus, which may include delectable dishes such as red curry red potatoes for a starter, then meatballs with slow-roasted San Marzano tomatoes, basil-chanterelle broth, purple tomato gnocchi, basil, and chanterelles. The creativity flows into the desserts as well, with one highlight being green curry pound cake with lime curd and lemongrass crème. Party Downtown, 55 W. Broadway, Eugene, OR, USA, +1 541 345 8228
4. The Bier Stein
The Bier Stein
Established in 2005, The Bier Stein is a speciality beer store that recently moved to a larger location reminiscent of a beer hall. Having a very large beer selection, with 30 rotating taps plus 1000 international bottles, this venue for beer enthusiasts is well on its way to meeting its goal of having the largest selection on the West Coast. This lively establishment also serves tasty food, from appetisers to sandwiches, to soups to entrées. Highlights include artichoke and spinach dip with chevre, cream cheese, parmesan, and feta served with pita wedges; the spitfire panini with chicken breast, jalapeño aioli, peppered bacon, and pepper jack cheese on grilled ciabatta; and pork schnitzel served with spaetzle and mushroom gravy. The Bier Stein, 1591 Willamette St., Eugene, OR, USA, +1 541 485 2437
5. Fisherman's Market
Restaurant, Seafood, BBQ, American
6. Membrillo Latin Cafe
Cafe, Restaurant, American, Coffee, Fast Food, Tea
7. Sabai Café & Bar
Bar, Cafe, Restaurant, Thai, Asian, Vegetarian
8. Sweet Life Patisserie
Bakery, Patisserie, Pastry Shop, Pastries, Dessert
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