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We've compiled the best of the best in The Willamette Valley and Wine Country - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.
Part restaurant, part brewery, part self-described "gathering space," celebrated brewery Ninkasi's newest iteration offers a casual spot to sip on beers paired with locally inspired seasonal pub fare, rain or shine. Sample a few beers from the extensive (and ever-changing) draft list in Ninkasi's high-ceilinged open-plan gathering area, or—if weather permits—head outside to dine in the massive hop-shaped courtyard.
Italian-food lovers frequently make the drive from neighboring towns to dine on Mangiare's celebrated pasta dishes and traditional desserts (they also do pizzas, salads, and even meatball sandwiches). The wine list isn't too shabby, either, with an even balance of Willamette Valley and Italian options.
Serving great sandwiches, salads, and pizza, this is the perfect stop for a quick lunch in the middle of a day of wine tasting or a casual no-frills dinner at the end of the day. In addition to wine, there are cocktails and a great selection of local and imported craft beers.
Robots take on the role of waiters at this playful downtown spot. While actual (human) servers are around to take guest orders and answer questions, androids on wheels are in charge of running dishes out from the kitchen, using their tray-stacked "bodies" to bring guests inventive cocktails, rich Burmese curries, and massive tea leaf salads. The presence of robots, coupled with a wall of plants and some bright neon signage, give this spot a fun vibe, while dark floors and ceilings and minimalist lighting add a romantic, sophisticated contrast.
