Best restaurants near me in Salem, OR

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1. Rudy's Steakhouse

4.3

Awesome(3074)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Salem

Booked 22 times today

Rudy's Steakhouse is the premier steakhouse of Salem. They take great pride in their gold medal winning steaks, aging their beef in house and hand cutting their steaks daily. Their soups are made from scratch and are known to be some of the best in town. All of their gourmet sauces and salad dressings are also made from scratch, using only the finest ingredients. Trying one of their award winning fresh Marionberry infused cocktails is a must! Their Marionberry Lemon Drop might be the most famous cocktail in Salem. Furthermore, their Marionberry Cobbler and Blueberry Bread Pudding are some of the most incredible desserts you will ever try!Rudy's Steakhouse is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner.

2. Amadeus

4.6

Exceptional(1347)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Salem

Booked 7 times today

Amadeus is a family owned and operated contemporary American Restaurant located downtown Salem, Oregon. Amadeus features a great happy hour from 3:30-5:30pm and 8pm to close- and ALL NIGHT TUESDAYS! Try the harissa chicken or one of our thin crust pizzas.The Amadeus dinner menu is as diverse as it is delicious. Classics such as the Painted Hills Brisket or the creamy Shrimp and Bacon Risotto are served nightly!Book your holiday or birthday party in one of the beautiful private dining spaces soon!

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3. Chira's Restaurant & Catering

4.4

Awesome(668)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Salem

Booked 4 times today

Creating lasting memories one plate at a time.

4. Nekia

4.5

Awesome(21)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Salem

Booked 3 times today

Nekia (pronounced nah-kay-ah) is an upscale restaurant located in the beautiful Holman Hotel offering a locally sourced ingredient driven menu featuring Pacific Northwest cuisine with Italian and Korean undertones. Chef Chauncey Roach showcases bold and inventive flavors in his dishes, and manager Scott Stolberg has created cocktail offerings that sing to the season and has curated local wines on tap. Favorite entrees: New York Strip Steak, Pork Shank Osso Buco, Miso Marinated Cod, Spaghetti Bolognese, Korean BBQ Baby Back Ribs. Happy hour is 3:00-5:00pm daily.

5. Brix - Keizer

4.1

Excellent(158)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Keizer

Booked 2 times today

From our original location in Portland’s Pearl District, to Brix South in Tualatin and our newest location in Keizer Station, Brix Tavern offers a menu of enduring American tavern fare that is as comforting as the vibe. From weekend brunch to lunch and dinner and happy hour in between, we have enhanced classic tavern fare with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The portions are also perfect for sharing!Brix Tavern also features a bar menu filled with select craft beers, handcrafted cocktails, a generous happy hour and a tasty weekend brunch complete with complimentary warm donuts.Dine indoor or outside (weather permitting), take it home or have it delivered, whatever you choose, Brix is happy to serve you! Groups large and small are always welcome. Reservations are highly encouraged.

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6. Red Lobster - Salem

4.5

Awesome(33)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Salem

Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.

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7. Alea Bakery and Cafe Pop-Up

4.5

Awesome(1)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • McMinnville

Chef's Brendan and Haley Byer-Pop-ups in Willamette Valley and Portland Oregon. Join us on March 16th for our next dinner pop up at Hayward! See the OpenTable experience below for more information.

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8. Rosmarino Osteria Italiana

4.9

Exceptional(4728)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Newberg

Booked 27 times today

Rosmarino is the purest ITALIAN restaurant in OREGON owned by Chef Dario & Sheena!Top 100 in USA 2018, 2019, 2021, 2023 & 2024THURSDAY LUNCH :Thursday 11:30 AM first seating - 2:30 PM last seating.DINNER A LA CARTE : Thursday 4 PM first seating to 7:30 PM last seating.FRIDAY and SATURDAY LUNCH:Friday and Saturday 11:30 AM first seating - 2:00 PM last seating.FRIDAY and SATURDAY 5 COURSE DINNERS - $150/Pers -21 & Over:4:30pm to 7pm (PATIO DINNER) & 7:00PM to 9:30PM (MAIN ROOM DINNER) (A la carte Menu NOT SERVED during 5 courses).SUNDAY:PIZZA and GNOCCHI ALL DAY from 11:30 to 2.:30 PM and 4 PM to 7:30 PM.MONDAY:DINNER A LA CARTE : 4 PM to 7:30 PMAny dietary restriction during the reservation process have to be noted or emailed to reservations@osteriarosmarino.comFor Regular A LA CARTE Menu days a $30/person strict Last Minute/NON SHOW Cancellation Policy.For 5 course dinner $75/person STRICT 72hrs & $150/pers 48hrs or NON SHOW Cancellation Policy.Grazie

9. Hayward

4.7

Exceptional(93)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • McMinnville

Booked 9 times today

Specializing in “new northwest” cuisine, Hayward offers a delightful fusion of flavors rooted in local farming and purveying, incorporating fermentation, whole animal butchery, and artisanal sourdough techniques. Best enjoyed when shared with friends and family over a table full of plates and beverages. Our menu is ever-evolving, reflecting the changing seasons and our spirit of exploration. We are a curious and playful team, dedicated to taking our guests on a delicious journey where new flavors become familiar favorites. Experience the best of “new northwest” cuisine at Hayward, where each dish tells a story and every meal is an adventure. Visit us at Mac Market and embark on a culinary journey that celebrates local ingredients, innovative techniques, and the joy of sharing food with loved ones. Please note that we unable to control the temperature of the restaurant due to being located inside of Mac Market which is a warehouse type building.

10. Rizzo Winery

4.7

Exceptional(31)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Winery • Salem

Rizzo Winery is a boutique winery nestled in the Eola-Amity Hills, a windy viticultural area of the famous Willamette Valley. Named after our winemaker, David Rizzo, we consider ourselves the Winemaker’s Wine, as we are true to liquid greatness and use skilled winemaking techniques.Take in our stunning views and sip the afternoon away. We offer tasting flights, glass pours, and bottle purchases of not only estate wines from our Pinot Noir, Muscat Canelli, and Viognier grapevines, but also our bolder red wines created from Oregon's Columbia Valley. We have such an array of different styles of wine, you're sure to find something you love!

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Laura
Portland / Oregon •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had a great meal. The service was excellent! We’ll be back soon!
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AmadeusPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Salem
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4.6
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Brian
Portland / Oregon •13 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food was delicious and served fast! No wait and nice server!
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Brix - KeizerPrice: Moderate• American• Keizer
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4.1
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Rich
Portland / Oregon •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great food and service. One of my favorite bars with an amazing selection of bourbon.
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Rudy's SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Salem
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4.3
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Tom
Utah •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 29, 2025
We were very pleasantly surprised after our experiences with the previous establishment. This place was right on with very good knowledgeable employees especially the bartenders.
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NekiaPrice: Expensive• American• Salem
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4.5
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Don
Portland / Oregon •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 26, 2025
The Garden Omelette and hash browns and coffee were so delicious. Yelena (sp?), the waitress, was so kind and friendly and courteous. We had a wonderful time.
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Chira's Restaurant & CateringPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Salem
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4.4

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1. Rudy's Steakhouse

2. Amadeus

3. Chira's Restaurant & Catering

4. Nekia

5. Brix - Keizer

6. Red Lobster - Salem

7. Alea Bakery and Cafe Pop-Up

8. Rosmarino Osteria Italiana

9. Hayward

10. Rizzo Winery

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