BEST BISTRO
Agate Alley Bistro
1461 East 19th Ave.
Eugene, OR 97403
541-485-8887
Just a short walk from the University, Agate Alley Bistro offers students a quaint and intimate space for dining. The bistro serves a variety of entrees ranging from Latin-inspired dishes to Asian-inspired ones. The bistro hosts two weekly specials that keep customers coming back for more. On Tuesday night, Agate Alley Bistro entertains guests with their Taco Tuesdays. Then guests can come back for more fun on Thursday for the bistro’s Drink Wheel, an opportunity for visitors to leave their cocktail choices up to chance.
BEST UNDER $5
Cafe Yumm!
730 East Broadway
Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 344-9866
On the outside, this cafe looks like a retired pancake house, but frequent customers know better. Cheese, beans, rice, avocado and tomatoes all are part of the legendary Yumm Bowls. The Asian fusion setting adds to the new-age feel. From the organic salads to the fresh homemade soups, the cafe offers students a wide variety of vegetarian options.
BEST BREAKFAST
Glenwood Restaurant
1340 Alder St.
Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 687-0355
Whether you are looking for a fluffy omelet, a crispy Belgian waffle or a homemade muffin, Glenwood’s extensive menu is sure not to disappoint. The Glenwood is a breakfast diner with a campus flair. It is a hot spot for families looking for an early bite to eat or ravenous students stumbling out of bed late Sunday morning. The Glenwood’s accessible menu and friendly service keeps many coming back for more.
BEST VEGETARIAN
Holy Cow Cafe
2222 East 13th Ave.
Eugene, Oregon 97401
(541) 346-2562
Tucked between Panda Express and Subway, the Holy Cow Cafe offers students an alternative to mainstream Erb Memorial Union eating choices. Covering the globe, their Thai and Indian selections are just a few examples of what the fresh campus spot has to offer.
BEST BBQ
Papa’s Soul Food Kitchen
400 Blair Blvd.
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 342-7500
Whether it is fried chicken, barbecue or macaroni and cheese that you crave, Papa’s Soul Food Kitchen, located in the unique Whiteaker neighborhood, is the place to go. The large portion sizes are cooked with a dose of Southern hospitality and are reasonably priced. Walking into Papa’s Soul Food is like you’re walking into your grandma’s home. Colorful paintings of Blues legends adorn the walls, and R&B music sets the mood for a real home-style meal.
BEST BURRITO
Laughing Planet Cafe
760 Blair Blvd.
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 868-0668
The vibrant colors of the walls and eclectic art work set the tone for this healthy hot spot. Laughing Planet combines affordability, sustainability and freshness to bring customers innovative and delicious entrees. The menu ranges from products such as burritos to crispy salads.
BEST FOOD CART
Off the Waffle
2540 Willamette St.
Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 606-4348
Students were disappointed when Off the Waffle’s owners decided to get rid of their waffle cart on East 13th Avenue. However, the brothers haven’t lost their touch. Students can still get crisp Belgian waffles at the new, permanent location.
BEST COFFEE
Espresso Roma
825 East 13th Ave.
Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 484-0878
“I used to go there a lot because they used to allow us to smoke hookah there. Between seven and 10 of my friends would meet there, and we always had a lot of fun.” said University Senior Mohammed Aldawood.
BEST ITALIAN
Beppe & Gianni’s Trattoria
1646 East 19th Ave.
Eugene, OR 97403
(541) 683-6661
“It has really great lighting, and after eating dorm food, you forget about how nice it is to eat real food,” University freshman Lauren Bruhn said. “It was the first restaurant I ever went to in Eugene, and it is my favorite.”
BEST ICE CREAM
Prince Puckler’s Gourmet Ice Cream
1605 E. 19th Ave.
Eugene, OR 97403
541-344-4418
Barack Obama isn’t the only one who enjoys stopping by Prince Puckler’s for some mint chocolate chip ice cream. The famed ice cream shop is conveniently located near the University dorms. Students congregate outside the storefront on a sunny day to
order the perfect treat.