Taproot Lounge & Cafe: Salem's Premier Dining Destination

Enticing Menu, we went for breakfast; & ate lunch instead. sounded so delicious. Hard to decide. Not the same boring dishes like everywhere else so I couldnt wait. Our waitress was prompt & patient with me. I had her come back 3 times cuz I couldnt decided. She recomended the pork belly fat with onions & rice! It was SUPERB! Good prices. $19.00. YUMMY! I will visit again!

We had a great experience at taproot yesterday. I took my daughter's and they loved the food. I had the sticky wings and they were done to perfection! My oldest daughter had a breakfast sandwich and the upbeat had pancakes and bacon. Overall it was delicious. The atmosphere is a little dark and we liked it! Our waitress was also the bartender and she did a fantastic job of being attentive to us! We will definitely be back.

Great healthy food menu. My Vegan kid was very happy with their meal and smoothie. I was happy with my non-vegan meal (an elk burger) as well, the tots were super yummy, and the draft list was good too :)

I’ve been a fan of Taproot Lounge & Café since a close friend introduced me in 2019. Located in a charming 1860 historic building in downtown Salem, it’s always had great vibes and a solid focus on smoothies, fresh juices, and plant-forward plates. They have full breakfast menu as well. Their Brussels sprouts dish has long been my favorite, I never skip it when I’m in town. So when I met up with a visiting friend yesterday, we headed there right away. Sadly, this visit fell short. The Brussels were bitter, under-seasoned, and oddly undercooked, totally unlike the dish I loved. We also tried the Spicy Bowl, which felt underwhelming. The carrots and snap peas didn’t have the usual vibrant crunch, and the sauce was more of a whisper of spice than a real kick. It just didn’t hit the spot. On the bright side, my smoothie was delicious as always, this place consistently nails those. PARKING NOTICE: Important if you’re visiting after July 10, 2025. Downtown Salem is ending nearly 50 years of free on-street parking. Starting July 10, 2025, you’ll have to pay for street parking in the Downtown Parking District. Parking garages will still be free, but permits will be needed for employees, students, and residents. More details look up the article on Statesman Journal about Parking Change. Taproot is still a place I love and want to keep supporting, but I’m hoping this was just an off day for the kitchen. I’ll definitely return for the smoothies, but maybe I’ll ask if the Brussels are having a good day first.

A new place for us so we asked our server, Sky, what she recommended to drink and to eat and she was spot on! Great food, great local brews and excellent service!! If you find yourself in Salem, this is the place to be!!!

This place is a rare find in that they actually have products like vegan mayo or milk choices with everything from hemp, soy, almond, coconut, and regular so you can really build out your options on things like smoothies or other food items. They have vegan sausage and vegan cheese too. The menus are coded to stand out for these types of meal choices. They offer varieties of things like Brussels sprouts, edamame, and even samosas. Fries, tots, and onion rings. House made vegan patty for those folks that don’t want the usual beyond or impossible type options. All these choices and more are small ways to show that they care and they’re all well made and delicious. The amount of drink options for juices, smoothies, and more are enormous too. The folks there are kind and accommodating and the portion sizes are great. You feel like you get a good return for your money. The atmosphere is really nice. The small touches with an actual lit candle at the table or the ceiling that looks like a sky as well as other ambiance decor were well thought out. There is a lot of room in there for seating and doesn’t seem loud or crowded. It’s a child friendly place that made your kids feel like they belong. Our last waiter even gave the unicorn stuffed animal its own ice water. They had a nice round of activities and crayons available. I mentioned a lot of vegan options and this isn’t a vegan only place but that also means there are substitutions that cater to almost every need. Pricing is very reasonable. It’s clean. They’re also open late and on weekends.

What an Awesome spot to come across! Delicious Vegan Options, Super Xhill atmosphere, Pleanty to choose from, Live Music, comfortable seating, very Clean, Great service, once I was seated, lol, and very affordable!

Great spot. I stopped in for a coffee and had a genuinely good experience. The server was helpful without trying too hard and actually took the time to talk. He shared how he moved from California to Salem over 10 years ago and gave me solid, honest tips on places to check out around town. The atmosphere is relaxed and intentional good art on the walls, not random clutter. He also explained that they host open-mic comedy and have bands play from time to time, which fits the vibe perfectly. It feels like a place that actually supports local culture instead of just pretending to. I’ll definitely be back.