Eugene — a Foodie City

The farm-to-table experience is approachable and thriving in Eugene. In fact, COVID-19 safety guidelines can even make for a more personal dining experience as Eugene's top restaurants now cater to fewer customers at a time. Come experience inspired dishes reflecting the region's bounty from Dungeness crab, salmon fresh from the local rivers, mushrooms foraged from the foothills to produce grown on small family farms and grass-fed beef from local ranches.
Three neighborhoods stand out as foodie paradises: downtown Eugene, Eugene's Whiteaker Neighborhood and Springfield's Main Street. These unofficial food hubs have attracted innovative culinary talents and passionate locavores, resulting in some amazing culinary offerings. Make it as easy as possible for yourself by booking a restaurant tour with America's Hub World Tours for a flavorful introduction to downtown Eugene.
Many restaurants now require reservations and have limited seating. But with so many restaurants to choose from, you'll be able to easily pull up a seat to a fantastic meal. It will take several days to sample Eugene's best farm-to-table restaurants, so book yourself an extended foodie staycation. Here are a few of our favorites to get you started! (Note: some restaurants are currently offering pick-up or delivery only.)












The Tasting Trails
The craft beverage industry flourishes in the Eugene and Springfield area, garnering regional to international recognition. Taste world famous Pinots, mix it up right with a unique distillery, sample cider from community gleaning, or try unusual drinks from braggot to mead to house-made sodas.
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South Willamette Wine Trail
Taste Oregon's famous Pinot Noir in the serene countryside just minutes from Eugene.
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Eugene Ale Trail
Locals prefer our hometown craft beer - find out why!
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Eugene Distillery Trail
Tour unique distilleries serving spirits with a local twist.
Farmers' Markets
Every Saturday the Lane County Farmers Market sets up downtown. Come browse farmers' stands overflowing with fresh cut flowers, herbs, produce, fruit, preserves, canned seafood, artisan condiments, baked goods, fresh eggs, grass-fed meats, mushrooms and more. If you are staying in a vacation rental or extended stay lodging, you can shop and cook up your own locally-sourced meal!



Author: Taj Barnhart Morgan
Taj Barnhart Morgan is the Director of Content Strategy for Travel Lane County. A journalism graduate from the University of Oregon, Taj has two decades of special event management and hospitality marketing experience in San Diego, CA and Maui, HI. Passionate about mothering, and back to her Oregon roots, she is discovering the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region all over again through the eyes of her daughter.