Trip Ideas

Eugene — a Food-Focused City

The farm-to-table experience is approachable and thriving in Eugene. 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…

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Guided Oregon Wine Tours

Over a dozen South Willamette Valley wineries invite visitors to taste their wines and see their vineyards and winemaking operations. Most local wineries are within twenty miles of Eugene - Springfield, and even on the busiest summer days the region has lighter traffic than many other wine tasting…

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A Taste of Fall in the Willamette Valley

Yes, it is pumpkin spice season! And here in the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region, autumn's changing colors signal even more favorite foods, fragrances, tastes and treats. Flavors like sweet and gooey caramel apples, tangy hard cider, warming spirits and dark roasted coffee. Fall into Abundant…

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Outside Summer Dining

Summer is the best time for outdoor dining. Pull up your seat under a shady umbrella or soak up the sun directly if that is more your style. Here is a list of our favorite restaurant patios for al fresco dining. Sidewalk Dining These urban restaurants provide the perfect seats for watching the world…

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Best Local Barbecue

The best local barbecue can be found at these BBQ joints around Eugene - Springfield. From paper plates and picnic tables to comfortable southern-style craft breweries, enjoy delicious eat-with-your-fingers comfort food. Here, it's okay to make a mess when it tastes this good. Eugene Bill & Tim's…

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Eugene's Best Special Occasion Restaurants

An important night out deserves a dining experience beyond the typical. The restaurants on this list, with their exceptional food and elevated atmosphere, are perfect for date night or a memorable celebration. What makes Eugene's food scene so wonderful is that you can feast on creations from…

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Best Eugene Coffee Shops by Neighborhood

No matter where you are in Eugene, you are never far from a delicious, Instagram-worthy latté. That is why we asked @EugeneCascadesCoast Instagram followers to choose their favorite coffee shop in each of Eugene's neighborhoods. Add these locations to your Eugene bucket list and discover what makes…

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Guide to Eugene Food Truck Pods

From hand-stretched noodles to an Indian fusion crunch wrap,Eugene's food trucks and food carts offer casual culinary excellence. These small, mobile vendors are often homegrown start-ups that develop popular followings. Food cart owners tend to source local, fresh ingredients daily. Ordering from a food cart is a great way to enjoy Eugene's local food scene. Here is a list of a few of our favorite food truck pods…

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Food & Crops by Season

The Willamette Valley is robust with farm-to-table offerings. Plan your visit to the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region around seasonal culinary highlights to enjoy full flavors and deep dives into local food. Check our event calendar for food, wine and beer festivals. Or, when you here, make your menu…

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5 Favorite Restaurants in Downtown Eugene

The best way to get to know a place is through the food. Eating like a local is easy in Eugene with this guide to 5 favorite downtown restaurants. Discover new flavors and enjoy rich experiences in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Lion & Owl Lion & Owl offers a luxurious brunch and lunch that is…

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Explore Our Communities

Two people look out toward the ocean from a high point with railing.
: Melanie Ryan Griffin

Visit the Eugene, Cascades & Coast Visitor Center in downtown Eugene. Find information on things to do and see in Lane County, purchase park passes and locally-made gifts and souvenirs, and…