When you ask someone from Albany where to find the best local food and drink, don’t be surprised if you get something more like a dissertation than a recommendation. Linn County is located in center of the Willamette Valley—one of the most fertile growing regions in the world—and restaurateurs and residents alike get passionate about fresh-caught and just-harvested food.
For the perfect wine or beer to accompany your local meal, you don’t have to look far. Head for one of the more than 300 vineyards in the Valley. Sip local microbrews, ciders, or spirits at one of our thriving breweries and distilleries.
If you can’t decide which eatery to try, stop by during one of our annual food-focused festivals, like the Albany Wine Walk or the Lebanon Strawberry Festival. Any time of the year, you’ll find something tasty in her in the Valley.