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Best Little Roadhouse

4.3 (3526 reviews)
You are 1 of 14 skippers at this restaurant
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Ribeye

Frequently praised as tender, buttery, and very delicious, with reviews noting it is well cooked on the grill and worth ordering again.

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Rolls With Honey Butter

One of the most repeated favorites; reviewers call the homemade rolls and honey butter amazing, delicious, sweet, and something they wished they had ordered more of.

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Ribs

Recommended multiple times for being fall-off-the-bone tender, flavorful, and served in generous portions, including as part of the BBQ platter and full rack meals.

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Mashed Potatoes

Praised for being loaded, delicious, and tasty, often mentioned as a standout side with steak dinners.

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Prime Rib

Mentioned positively in several reviews as a highlight of the menu, described as amazing, delicious, and a key reason people would return.

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Tri Tip

Recommended for being cooked to order perfectly, beautifully cooked, tender, and delicious.

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Sweet Potato Fries

Called killer by one reviewer, standing out as a highly liked side item.

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Pulled Sandwich

Described as so delicious that the reviewer forgot to take a picture, suggesting it was especially enjoyable.

Location details

1145 Commercial St SE, Salem, Oregon, 97302, US

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Hours

Monday 11 AM to 9 PM
Tuesday 11 AM to 9 PM
Wednesday 11 AM to 9 PM
Thursday 11 AM to 9 PM
Friday 11 AM to 10 PM
Saturday 11 AM to 10 PM
Sunday 11 AM to 9 PM

About Best Little Roadhouse

Kid-friendly American steakhouse & burger spot with a full bar & 18-hole mini-golf course.

Amenities & services

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Fireplace
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great wine list
  • Serves local specialty
  • Sports

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • Late-night food
  • Small plates
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • College students
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • Has changing table(s)
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Usually plenty of parking

Frequently asked questions

What is Best Little Roadhouse known for?

It is best known for prime rib, tri tip, and ribeye, along with homemade rolls served with honey butter. Reviews also repeatedly mention the attached 18-hole mini golf course, which makes it stand out as more than a standard steakhouse in Salem.

What dishes are most recommended at Best Little Roadhouse?

The most recommended items are the prime rib, tri tip, ribeye, rolls with honey butter, and garlic mashed potatoes. Reviewers also call out the onion string appetizer, BBQ platter with ribs and chicken, sweet potato fries, and marionberry mojito as strong picks.

What is the atmosphere like at Best Little Roadhouse?

The vibe is casual, cozy, and lively, with a roadhouse feel, outdoor seating, and a bar area that some guests enjoy sitting in. It seems to work well for groups, couples on date night, and solo diners, especially when people want a busy but friendly setting.

Is Best Little Roadhouse good value, and what is the price range?

The listed price range is $20 to $30, and reviews often describe the food as reasonably priced with big portions. Guests mention feeling they got good value from steak dinners, lunch specials, and even the mini golf add-on.

How busy does Best Little Roadhouse get, and is there usually a wait?

It can get busy, and one review mentioned a full parking lot, but another said there was no wait for a group of five and that food came out quickly. If you want a smoother visit, lunch specials and earlier arrival seem to be good bets based on the review themes.

Is parking available at Best Little Roadhouse?

Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.

Is Best Little Roadhouse kid-friendly?

Yes, Best Little Roadhouse is good for kids.

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