Restaurants in Salem, OR

If you have a sweet tooth, you won't want to miss Gerry Frank's Konditorei, 310 Kearney St. SE (tel. 503/585-7070; www.gerryfrankskonditorei.com), which has an amazing selection of extravagant cakes and pastries. For artisan breads and simpler pastries, try downtown's Cascade Baking Co., 229 State St. (tel. 503/589-0491; www.cascadebaking.com). For a good cup of espresso (or a sandwich), head to The Beanery, 220 Liberty St. NE (tel. 503/399-7220; www.allannbroscoffee.com). If you're looking for a microbrew and a burger, try Ram Restaurant & Big Horn Brewery, 515 12th St. SE (tel. 503/363-1905; www.theram.com). For Sunday brunch, consider Eola Hills Wine Cellars, 501 S. Pacific Hwy., Rickreall (tel. 800/291-6730 or 503/623-2405; www.eolahillswinery.com), which serves gourmet omelets, pan-fried oysters, pasta, Belgian waffles, sparkling wine, and more for $25. Reservations recommended.