The culinary offerings available in Ashland are remarkable.   If you never been here it's hard to believe that such a small town could have so many great restaurants.  Many of the best chefs on the West Coast have found their home in Ashland.

  2006 A Taste of Ashland Participants
Apple Cellar Bistro

Apple Cellar Bistro

2255 Hwy 66, Ashland | 541-488-8131

The Apple Cellar uses only the finest quality ingredients and makes everything from scratch daily. For breakfast, lunch, or dinner, the busy bakery bistro is the place to be. Staff members have mastered the art of fast and friendly, informative service. And now that the bistro’s patio is open, even more people want to visit this outpost of a sunny European cafe.

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Alex's Restaurant

Alex’s

35 N Main St, Ashland | 541-482-8818

www.alexsrestaurant.net

Experience the charm of Ashland in our historic creekside restaurant offering seasonal fireplaces, outdoor dining and exciting food with an eclectic flair. A sampling from our menu: sauteed prawns and sea scallops in a Pernod cream sauce, roast duck fettucine in a light rosemary cream, and Ashland’s original lamb gyro. Charming banquet room available for large parties. Dinner served at 5 pm, Tuesday-Sunday.

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Arbor House Restaurant

Arbor House International Restaurant

103 W Wagner, Talent | 541-535-6817

Featuring beautiful gardens and intimate atmosphere, including wall decorations highlighted by nearly 150 photos of interesting people. The Calhoun family, which has operated the place since 1979, offers warm hospitality. The menu is extensive, including three soups, four different side dishes of the potato-rice-pasta family, and three unusual homemade salad dressings.

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Ashland Food Co-op

Ashland Food Co-op

237 N First St, Ashland | 541-482-2237

www.ashlandfood.coop

Ashland Food Co-op is passionate about fresh, wholesome food because good food is not only good for you, it’s also good for the planet. The Co-op carries a wide variety of organic products, grown without synthetic pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers. That’s the Co-op Advantage.

Bellissima Catering

Bellissima Catering

1400 Woodland Dr, Ashland | 541-482-2949

At Bellissima Catering our focus is on pleasing both the palate and the visual senses. Our catering staff spends time getting to know our clients so that we can create the menu and environment that will suit your needs on any occasion.

Cozmic Pizza

Cozmic Pizza

143 A St, Ashland | 541-482-0844

www.cozmicpizza.com

Cozmic Pizza is pleased to offer you the very best pizza with organic ingredients from toppings to crust. Our recipes are hand-crafted without sacrifice to convenience, providing a delectable gourmet experience pie after pie.

Dagoba Chocolate

Dagoba Organic Chocolate

1105 Benson Way, Ashland | 541-482-2001

www.dagobachocolate.com

Founded in 2001, we’re dedicated to the Art of Chocolate Alchemy: crafting exquisite chocolate that blends quality, ecology, farmer equity and community. Please savor the rewards of sustainability and visit our retail store at 1105 Benson Way. Food & Wine 2005 Tastemaker Award, “Best Dark Chocolate”—SF Chronicle, “Best Organic Bars”—Food & Wine.

Dragonfly Restaurant

Dragonfly Restaurant

241 Hargadine Street, Ashland | 541-488-4855

A fusion of Latin and Asian food explodes with taste and satisfies the senses.”Be curious.” Open breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Below the Cabaret Theatre.

Geppetto's Restaurant

Geppetto’s Restaurant

345 E Main St, Ashland | 541-482-1138

For twenty nine years, Geppetto’s has had the privilege of serving whole real food in Ashland. We use the freshest and highest quality ingredients available. We grow a lot of our own organic produce at our Eagle Mill Farm on Bear Creek. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Dessert, sixteen hours a day, 7 days a week.

Golden Scone Bakery

Golden Scone Bakery

103-C N Pacific Hwy, Talent | 541-535-5143

The Rogue Valley’s best pastries, coffees, and teas are to be found at The Golden Scone Bakery in Talent, Oregon. Featuring organic grains, beans, and leaves, The Golden Scone is open weekdays 6:00–2:00 and Saturdays 8:00–2:00. At the corner of West Valley View and North Pacific Highway.

Green Springs Inn

Green Springs Inn

11470 Hwy 66, Ashland | 541-482-0614

www.greenspringsinn.net

Offering fine food and lodging in a forested mountain setting. Green Springs Inn is located 17.5 miles east of Ashland on Highway 66, just inside the boundary of the new Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument. Our forest room and lawn provide an ideal location for weddings, parties, family reunions and other gatherings.

HIstoric Pinehurst Inn

Historic Pinehurst Inn

17250 Hwy 66, Ashland | 541-488-1002

www.pinehurstinn.us

Our goal at Pinehurst Inn is to serve as many members of our community as possible which is why White Pine Restaurant serves both casual lunches and fine dining dinners. The beautiful, historic Inn is a perfect setting for romantic getaways, weddings, and other events.

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Il Giardion Cucina Italiana

Il Giardino Cucina Italiana

5 Granite St, Ashland | 541-488-0816

www.IlGiardinoCucinaItaliana.com

Il Giardino, where the fresh taste of Italy meets the hospitality of Gaetano Siragusa and the flavor of the dishes of Marco Passante “the Chef” for a unique Italian experience.

Larks Home Kitchen Cuisine Restaurant

Larks Home Kitchen Cuisine Restaurant

212 E Main, Ashland | 541-488-5558

www.ashlandspringshotel.com

Larks – Home Kitchen Cuisine located at Ashland Springs Hotel in downtown Ashland is a celebration of Oregon – its farms, orchards, vineyards and chocolatiers. Our executive chef Damon Jones uses the freshest produce to create comfort food from scratch. His daily specials feature what’s locally in season right to your table. Larks’ wine list created with special attention to our great Oregon wines will impress all wine connoisseurs. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Market of Choice

Market of Choice Deli

1475 Siskiyou Blvd, Ashland | 541-488-2773

www.marketofchoice.com

Ashland’s Market of Choice is your place for local produce and a great selection of organic, conventional, and bulk products. Let our wine stewards help you select tonight’s wine, and try our fresh-made breads, pastries, sandwiches and made-to-order items. Ashland’s Market of Choice: Oregon grown, Oregon owned!

Morrison's Rogue River Lodge

Morrison’s Rogue River Lodge

8500 Galice Rd, Merlin | 800- 826-1963

www.morrisonslodge.com

The premier destination resort for fishing and rafting in southern Oregon. Nestled along the bank of the famous Rogue River, it is a great destination for family vacations, romantic getaways, or for anyone with a flair for the outdoors! River view cottages, unequaled hospitality and gourmet cuisine. All dishes are prepared in our own kitchen from the freshest, local ingredients.

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Oak Street Station

Oak Street Station

239 Oak St, Ashland | 541-482-1726

Oak Street Station is a cozy bed and breakfast where guests are invited to be themselves. It’s located in the historic railroad district, just steps away from Ashland galleries, shops, restaurants, and Shakespeare. Guests enjoy creative breakfasts, complete with dessert, and of course, warm cookies in the afternoon.

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Oregon Cabaret Theatre

Oregon Cabaret Theatre

First & Hargadine, Ashland | 541-488-2902

Presenting top-flight musicals, comedies and revues in the elegant atmosphere of Ashland’s restored and renovated First Baptist Church, built in 1911. Now in its 20th Anniversary season, the Cabaret is renowned for its entertaining shows, superb talent and quality production values as well as its gourmet dinners, Sunday brunch, desserts, beer, wine and beverages.

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Pasta Piatti

Pasta Piatti

358 E Main St, Ashland | 541-488-5493

www.pastapiatti.com

Contemporary casual dining. Lunch Dinner, Wine Bar available 11:30 am to 9:00 pm, 7 days. Parking available. Featuring local produce, cheese and meats prepared with classic Italian spices and herbs to create New World Italian flavor.

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Peerless Restaurant

Peerless Hotel

265 Fourth St, Ashland | 541-488-6067

www.peerlessrestaurant.com

Located in the heart of Ashland’s Historic Railroad District serving seasonally inspired cuisine, a Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence wine list by a friendly but unintrusive wait staff. Join us Tuesdays for Peerless Ladies Nite; Wednesdays, BYOB free corkage; Thursdays, wine flights; and Saturdays enjoy the jazz sound of Ed Dunsavage. Outdoor Seating—Private Entertaining Room for Special events.

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Pilaf

Pilaf

18 Calle Guanajuato, Ashland | 541-488-4433

www.pilafrestaurant.com

Pilaf is a family owned restaurant featuring polyethnic cuisine and cocktails. Our extensive vegetarian selection is now enhanced with local, organic, and sustainably-raised beef, lamb, buffalo, and poultry products. Kabobs, kofta, and more! Enjoy our elevator accessible balcony or indoor dining areas or takeout on our creekside patio. Catering available (488-7898).

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Pipon's

Pipon’s

29 N Main St, Ashland | 541-488-5130

www.piponscantina.com

Pipon’s is a passport to the abundant flavors, culture and ambience of old Mexico. We prepare familiar foods like salmon, shrimp and steak in a way you won’t find without an airline ticket! At Pipon’s we serve happy travelers every day.

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Rising Sun Farms

Rising Sun Farms

5126 S. Pacific Hwy., Phoenix | 541-535-8331

www.risingsunfarms.com

Internationally award winning cheese tortas, pestos, balsamic drizzles, dips and spreads! We use only quality ingredients, no preservatives. Healthy, flavorful and beautifully packaged. Visit our tasting room where we focus on pairing our natural specialty foods with our exquisite regional wines. Seize the day at Rising Sun Farms!

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Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory

33 E Main St, Ashland | 541-482-6757

Ashland family owned and operated, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory has been providing Gourmet Chocolates, Handmade Fudge and scrumptious Caramel Apples to Ashland residents and visitors for over a decade. Enjoy a delicious sample while shopping for that special gift. A Taste of Ashland wouldn’t be complete without a taste of our fine chocolates!

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The Rogue Creamery

The Rogue Creamery

311 N Front St, Central Point | 541-665-1155

www.roguecreamery.com

Rogue Creamery, maker of blue and cheddar cheese for 70 years, continues its old-world tradition of cheesemaking by hand. Blue cheeses include Oregon Blue, Crater Lake Blue, Oregonzola, Smokey Blue, Echo Mountain and Rogue River Blue. Fine artisan made cheddar and jack cheeses include Rogue Creamery, Oregon and Rogue Gold brands.

Shady Cove Candies!

Shady Cove Candies

22348 Hwy 62, Shady Cove | 541-878-2111

www.shadycovecandies.com

Rich, silky, infused with the flavors of Oregon; Shady Cove Candies’ truffles are extraordinary. As a gift or for yourself, our truffles are made with only the purest ingredients in our kitchen on the Rogue. Rich cream fudge, buttery English Toffee, and chocolate-dipped fruit and nuts round out our menu of delights.

Three Rivers Cuisine of India

Three Rivers Cuisine of India

1640 Ashland St, Ashland | 541-482-0776

Delicious, fresh foods from the Punjab farm region of India served buffet style with an ever-changing variety of hot dishes, chutneys and treats. Mild and spicy curries, lamb vindaloo, many vegetarian options, salad, rice pudding, hot chai, beer, wine, mango drinks and sodas. A delightful array of grocery items from India are available along with live music, friendly atmosphere and info on Indian cooking, culture and stories.

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Zoey's

Zoey’s Cafe & All Natural Ice Cream

199 East Main Street, Ashland | 541-482-4794

Zoey’s serves delicious healthy lunches everyday until 3 pm. Try our homemade calzones, croissant melts, foccacia sandwiches, wraps and more. Come to Zoey’s for robust Allann Bros. espresso drinks and our coffee-house breakfast from 8 am daily. Indulge in 40 flavors of locally made all natural ice cream. FREE wireless internet for customers. Open until midnight in the summer. Across from the Ashland Springs Hotel.

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