• ” Restaurants in Salem, Oregon are giving big-city eateries a run for their money in flavor and ambiance. Renowned for its picturesque Pacific coastline and mountains teeming with towering firs, this culinary scene is blossoming faster than Portland’s roses.

• According to the experts at Redfin, locals and tourists alike are savoring the flavors of the 14 must-try restaurants in Salem. From traditional American and seafood to Mexican and Thai, these restaurants cater to all cravings.

• The Fork Forty Food Hall leads the pack with its smorgasbord of food vendors. Picture this: Why choose one when you can nosh on Korean BBQ, indulge in handmade pasta, and finish it off with a scoop of artisan gelato, all under one roof?

• Flying high next is the Flight Deck Restaurant and Lounge, where you can feast on classic American diner food while watching planes take off. A dinner date with a side of jet-fueled entertainment – quite literally.

• For seafood lovers, Lineage is a hidden gem of the Pacific Northwest. Your taste buds will be swimming in the finest catch, seasoned with locally sourced spices.

• Finally, for those who love the exotic, try Happy Bibimbap House. This quaint eatery serves up Korean classics like bibimbap in sizzling stone bowls. Talk about a dynamite date night idea.”

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And now for my “hot take”. Salem, Oregon is like that sneaky undercover foodie in your group – the one who always knows where to grab the best bites and sips. This city takes cuisine to a whole new level. It’s not just about the food—it’s an experience. From watching the planes take off at the Flight Deck Restaurant to the mouth-watering seafood at Lineage, your taste buds are going on an adventure!

But does that make Salem the next big foodie destination? Well, why not? I mean, who wouldn’t want their taste buds globetrotting from Korea to Italy in just one meal? And don’t forget the promise of keeping things ‘reel’ with local seafood.

And that Flight Deck Restaurant? We’re talking ‘Top Gun’ vibes without any risks…unless over-stuffed tummies count! And let’s be real, what’s a foodie trip without a cozy corner featuring stone bowl bibimbap?

So, when someone asks, “Where should we eat?”, just say Salem, Oregon. But, remember one crucial thing – going there with an empty stomach is a must! Even the trees in Oregon are probably drooling by now.

Original article: https://www.redfin.com/blog/must-try-restaurants-in-salem-or/