Recommended Restaurants & Hotels

There are many restaurants within walking distance of Willamette University where you can grab a bite to eat before or after concerts. Read below for our favorite restaurants and hotels in the area. 

Restaurants

Bentley’s

Temporarily closed with plans to reopen later in 2021
291 Liberty St. SE (downtown, adjacent to the Grand Hotel)
Northwest fine dining

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Ritter’s Housemade Foods

102 Liberty St. NE
Locally sourced cuisine

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Rudy’s Steakhouse

350 Chemeketa St. NE
Steaks, burgers, soup, and salad

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Hotels

Grand Hotel

201 Liberty St. SE (0.5 miles)

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To learn more about recommended restaurants and hotels in Salem, explore Travel Salem’s helpful guides.

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First-Timer’s Guide

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FAQ

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Getting to the Hall

A comprehensive guide for getting to Smith Auditorium – public transportation, biking, and more.