Rice Time
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About three blocks off the Willamette River and surrounded by numerous parks and gardens, including Wallace Marine Park, Rice Time Korean Restaurant may not prove the fanciest place in the area--but it may rank as one of the best. The portions are generous, the food is tasty and the atmosphere is warm and inviting. Rice Time specializes in BBQ (called bulgogi) at your table, and the tofu soup is always on special. Galbi (ribs) and bibimbab (mixed vegetables on rice) are hearty Korean specialties. Rice Time is child-friendly, but beer and wine is served at the restaurant. The typical price range, as of 2010, is $10 to $25 a person. Dress is casual, and take-out is available.
Rice Time Korean Restaurant
159 High St SE
Salem, OR 97301
503-364-5512
Best Teriyaki
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Best Teriyaki lives up to its name, with an enjoyable atmosphere and dishes like yakisoba, BBQ and sweet and sour pork. A blend of Japanese and Korean cusine offerings are available, and the portions are generous and reasonably priced. The restaurant is spacious and can hold large groups.
Best Teriyaki
1480 Lancaster Drive NE
Salem, OR 97301
503-588-3300
Soba Bistro and Bar
Soba Bistro and Bar offers Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, Japanese, Singapore, Indonesian and Korean foods, all under one roof. Dishes offered include favorites such as steamed sea bass with spinach; miso tuna, served rare with red miso sauce and garnishes of asparagus, wasabi and capers; PanAsia duck and of course Korean BBQ. Noodle bowls, stir fries and even more tempting treats await. Dessert includes a green tea ice cream you won't want to miss. Gluten-free soy alternatives available for those with wheat allergies, and absolutely no MSG additives in any dishes.
Soba Bistro and Bar
383 State Street
Salem, OR 97301
503-363-8048
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