Lion and Owl

Very cool, unique spot with a welcoming vibe. The food was excellent—beautifully prepared, full of flavor, and the menu had tons of great options, including choices for people with dietary restrictions. It’s clear they put a lot of thought into everything, from the dishes to the decor. The staff were friendly and attentive without being overbearing, which made the whole experience feel easy and enjoyable. I appreciated the balance of a laid-back atmosphere with high-quality food and presentation. I had the fried trout sandwich and my wife had the avocado toast. Highly recommend if you’re in Eugene looking for a memorable brunch or lunch spot. Will absolutely be back.

This is that bougie brunch place that everyone tells you to go to. Turns out it's with good reason. Went on Father's Day, because I woke up missing my dad on the other side of the country...and really good eggs. Made my reservation on Resy and decided to ask to be waitlisted because I realized I could arrive a little early. A table was cleared for me but then reset for another party that might have more in it. I was given the option to be rerouted to the back room bar. Curious more than anything else, I decided to follow because I had my book with me and was planning to politely ignore everyone anyway. If it's impossible to ignore the life-size Airstream that take center stage in the main dining area…it's even more impossible to ignore the life-size taxidermy giraffe head/neck hanging on the back wall of the bar area. The bar area is undeniably elegant. It was populated with a large graduation party celebrating happily. A nice vibe. I started with a strawberry mimosa ($9) and appreciated that it came in an elegant Reidel-like glass and had the usual bright, fragrant cava welcome. Eddie the barkeep was serving me. I had seen caviar walking by so ordered a half ounce of the Osetra ($40). It came out fairly quickly with a side of crème fraîche and freshly chopped chives, and house made waffle chips. The combination created one of the most delightful mouthfuls I've had in a long time. If I'm honest it reminded me of my favorite Canadian sour cream and onion chips from childhood. The buckwheat rhubarb pancakes that I ordered with the side of soft scrambled eggs took a bit, which gave me time to look around when I noticed not one but two bottles of L'Hermitage in the wine cellar above the bar. Having had the privilege of enjoying a bottle of 2017 a few years ago with a friend, I was curious about the vintage of the bottles, and asked Eddie for the wine list. They were missing from it. On purpose. (Later learned from the owner who came by solicitously to ask how the meal was going that they were reserved for her personal collection. So wise.) The rhubarb buckwheat pancakes were fluffy and the stacked with the help of a little fruit jam. The rhubarb is prepared in three different ways and the compote version is lovely. The dollops of goat cheese whipped are richly satisfying and sprinkled with crunchy, roasted buckwheat before being generously serenaded by fenugreek syrup. The soft scrambled eggs which arrived still-warm and sprinkled with sea salt and paprika. I inhaled them. Perhaps what I enjoyed the most, if I'm honest, were the tasting notes that I had time to read on the different champagnes and wines. In particular the champagnes. I first noticed the "no words needed," ascribed to the 2015 Louis Roderer Cristal. Having picked up a gorgeous Roderer 2015 Rosé at The Davis last month, I knew this reviewer understood. As I continue to read the notes there was humor, and sass, and deeply personal revelations in comments like, "100% meunier is my love language." Tasting notes after my own heart. I'm looking forward to returning when it's dinner time or perhaps for an after dinner glass of something, something. Turns out the bar has all the verve, nerve, and elegance of a lounge that is wise enough to know what it offers and fierce enough to show a little leg, and the service to back it up. Bravo.

Really great food here, love their seasonal menu. Service was very slow took about an hour to receive food. Gluten free options are available but will take time.

We had a great experience here, the atmosphere was so perfect and the food was phenomenal! You have to try the macrons, they are fantastic. We both had the avocado toast with egg and the flavors were just amazing! Highly recommend

We had the lamb meatballs which were delicious, the cod cakes were good, the pork chop was excellent as was the brisket. I got the torte which was very decadent but my friend got the strawberry butter cake which was so delicious. Ambiance was nice, it was very clean and our server (Zoe) was very knowledgeable on the menu.

5 star experience! Our waiter was great and attentive, plus the atmosphere was great. A wonderful spot for a date night or fancier dinner. We were traveling through and decided to stop here and glad we did. Everything was SO delicious! Deviled eggs were yummy (wish it was more than just two) and the vegetable sides perfect. I would recommend the curried carrots! The side of fries is a good 1 lb and they are fried perfectly. The space itself was super cool as they have an airstream inside and you could even dine IN it. Would come back again!

Very elegant dining. We sat in an airstream trailer and enjoyed our food! Pour over coffee was stout! High-quality food for sure!

Charming atmosphere and surprisingly well prepared and presented food. The airstream bar and seating is cozy and a quaint touch. We had the oysters, Cesar and beet salads, gnocchi, salmon, Cornish hens and cake. Everything was delicious. Personal and friendly service. We look forward to coming back!

Inviting design. Creative menu. Good quality. Lion and Owel has the uniqueness of an owner's personal vision about food and design. My favorite meal there is the brunch. I highly recommend it . My personal favorite is their re invented, classics eggs Benedict . They are served in a skillet with spinach and cream sauce,, and dusted with Parmesan cheese. Very tasty, like everything else on the menu. Caution: the menu is well thought out , but not very extensive. Also, this place is usually quite busy. I would advise to make a reservation.

I really wish I could give it a better rating. It was so cute inside! Unfortunately we didn't have a great dining experience. I called ahead and was told that I didn't need a reservation because they weren't busy. We arrived 5 minutes later and we were immediately asked if we had a reservation and were treated rather rudely when we said no. We ordered drinks. Mine was pretty good, but my husband's was absolutely awful. (Something with raspberry, pisco, lime and egg white.) It was bitter and just...bad. My husband mentioned it, but it wasn't replaced...just left to sit on the table. We had ordered deviled eggs for an appetizer. They were $9.00...and when they finally came, there was ONE egg. That one egg was fairly tasty, so despite the cost, I can't fault it. Then we waited....and waited....and waited. I had ordered the pork chop and my husband ordered a burger. And that is exactly what we got. One pork chop on a plate and one burger on a plate. No sides...you apparently have to order those separately. So one chop....for $40. (It was a big chop, but because of the thickness, it was sorely lacking in flavor. I had to ask for salt. Then...there was my husband's burger. It was undercooked and also under-seasoned. Still, he was trying to eat it, but then he bit in and pulled out a long hair. :( I tried to finish my chop, but after telling the server about the hair, she walked away and left that plate sitting on the table, hair and all. So gross... (There were about 5 people in the kitchen, most not wearing any kind of head covering.) That was it. We were done. The server apologized and said she hoped we'd come back. The hamburger was comped, but the awful drink wasn't. We ended up paying almost $100 for one pork chop, one egg and one wine drink. After reading the rave reviews, we were so excited to try this place, but after this experience we will never be back.

We stopped by Friday night for dinner. It was incredible. The chef clearly has a vision for food that is unlike most in the profession! We started with a dozen Washington State oysters and champagne. Our Main courses were both amazing. I ordered the rhubarb glazed lamb shank. There are no words to describe the tenderness of the meat and flavors from the rhubarb and various other ingredients. My wife ordered the salmon with bay shrimp and leek crust (WOW!) For our side we had the roasted asparagus & raab which was very delicious! I highly recommend you check out their new menu. I think you'll find it to be simply the best in our humble city.

The vibe when you walk in is very casual and relaxed. As if you could hang out. The airstream trailer and boho plants and pots are sweet. Then you see the menu. Then you see the prices. We have a switch. I get it now. It's an understated, but oozing quality. Now the food comes. The avocado with egg toast with lemon butter hollandaise reduction was incredibly different and next level. i've never actually liked a place that had upscale chef is such a low key yet classy vibe. When you figure this out and relax the food speaks for itself. delish!

Loved my brunch/lunch here. No reservations around noon on a random weekday. Service was friendly and prompt. The interior was fun with a truck inside the restaurant that has the bar and some seating. I tried the menemen which sounded like shakshuka which I love. The menemen was super flavorful! Good portion size and eggs were cooked perfectly. The toast that came with it was delicious! Also tried the chips and dip which were amazing! Super salty dip and roe and perfectly crispy chips! I also had a very refreshing cocktail that I can't remember the name of but it was perfectly executed. F

I've been wanting to try this place forever, and by chance it worked out. We luckily got seated even though it's grad weekend. The hostess was so kind and made it work for us to eat here. We sat outside and it was a beautiful set up with shaded or sunny areas. There are a ton of drink selections. It was hard to pick dishes, because everything sounded delicious. The food came out pretty quickly for how busy they were. We got the burger, pound of fries, and the orechiette. The orechiette was a work of art and also delicious. Will definitely, be coming back.

Has it really been FIVE YEARS!? That was the last time I had eaten at Lion and Owl?? I can't believe it took me so long to make a much needed return. Luckily I was back this past weekend for another 5 star experience. The ambiance is so lovely there. The staff is super friendly. Everything from the water cups, the menu style, the art, even the inside airstream is so beautifully curated. On this return trip I decided to order the Oat pancakes again. They were, of course, fantastic. But my favorite part was how different this rendition of the pancakes were from the last time I was here. I love that they are continuingly to adjust and change their menu ever the slightest bit. I can't wait to eat here again and I better not make it another five year gap.

This place was very charming greeted by a friendly staff, asked if we can be seated in the RV that was inside the restaurant surround by greenery. They told us the history and how the RV is how they got started in the restaurant business. Enjoyed the avocado toast with a poached egg on a sourdough bread along with the oat pancakes. Both were very good and highly recommended! Also enjoyed the Jasmine green tea that came in the blue pot. Loved everything about this place and would come back next time I'm in town

Man, that NY steak and eggs are unreal! The chef needs an award for making the tastiest steak in Eugene or something. The service is also consistently great.

Street parking only, AFAICT. When I first walked in, my impression was "ladies who lunch". The whole front of the room was populated by small groups of women with gray hair, chatting excitedly. No idea if that's typical for this place. The music is great- '20s style stuff so authentic that Shazam couldn't identify it, maybe off of vinyl? The bar is in an old Airstream, and the decor is fun. It feels like a great place for a celebratory meal. I had the shaved foie toast and the field greens salad. The salad was overpriced, at $10 I would've liked something in the salad besides chicories. Throw me a few nuts, seeds, or berries, please! The foie "toast" was something I would drive out of my way to eat again. It's a piece of fresh brioche, topped with shaved foie gras, crushed hazelnuts, and drops of house-made Marionberry jam. You eat it with a sharp knife and fork. I was expecting it to be rich, and it was, but I didn't understand at first. After a few bites I realized, this is basically a riff on peanut butter and jelly, and oh my gosh it is good. My compliments to the chef. The crunchy nuts were a genius addition, and I loved that I could still taste the foie, so everything was perfectly balanced.

I would give a 4.2 if I could be more precise. Food was tasty here! I enjoyed my time and happy to take my girlfriend on a nice brunch for her birthday. They even gave us a candle in our dessert! Ambiance was nice, especially the cute van in their building. Pros: - nice environment - friendly staff - very creative menu. Lots of unique options Cons: - slightly expensive for Eugene prices

A delightful and trendy brunch spot with delicious food! I love a rotating, seasonal menu that uses what's fresh and in season at the moment; Lion & Owl doesn't disappoint. They tend to be very busy on the weekends as expected, but service is still friendly and upbeat. We got in without a reservation with under an hour wait so that's a win in my book. Their seasonal oat pancakes with nutmeg cream were absolutely to die for! Amazing cocktails as well. Cute decor inside. I look forward to going back and trying more creations.

Finally tried this place but ended up with a bit of a time crunch.... I made reservations so be sure to do that! Was in and out fast enough for a quick brunch before a matinee movie. I was majorly impressed with the fish sandwich! Iced coffee was tasty. Service was friendly. (Yes, a fish sandwich def counts as brunch )

This was suggested to me by someone from Meiji and I am not disappointed! The decoration choices are so elegant yet eclectic in my opinion. You can tell whoever chose to design it has great taste. I am watching as a woman leaves and lets a waiter know, "oh my god-this was amazing." I still haven't decided on a menu item as I mostly came in for birthday drinks. I think I could be tempted by a miso banana bread. I just noticed the music as I review the menu! The music choice alone would be enough to get me back here. The waiter is being a good sport as I haven't decided on food yet. To me, this place is what is so special about Eugene. I can see that other people are enjoying themselves very much as well.

This place was the cutest I love love the plant wall. The chocolate zucchini bread was . It was warm, moist, but the edges were crispy. Not too sweet! We saw a photo of a slab of cinnamon butter, but we didn't get as much... Server was great! Food took a little while, but we had fair warning. I was hoping for some Chai, but no luck. Ordered a decaf coffee instead, and they charged me extra for a little extra syrup. Not super into coffee, but it tasted decent. The trout was delicious but just a little too much sauce. Will definitely be back!!

Good food and great service. Some items were a little on the pricey side but I had a delicious hamburger and fries. Husband got the breakfast sando which he said was pretty good. Coffee is a bit strong because they brew each pot in a single craft. Nice indoor vibe with unique set-up including a RV turned into a lounge bar.

We will definitely come back. We were sat in the air stream which was very cozy/small but my husband and I didn't mind!! Everything we had was great but the breakfast sandwich alone will have us visiting again. Service was prompt and the whole place was very trendy and welcoming

This great restaurant only gets better and better. Every detail is in focus from the moment you are seated until you finish that last bite of the wonderful unique portobello sandwich or oat pancakes or the shared platter of salmon. Super service. Marvelous atmosphere. Comfortable environment. And everything on the menu is prepared to perfection. The number one choice in Eugene for brunch and more.

A food cart to store front success story that keeps its roots front and center by retaining the original air stream as a seating option in the dining room. The owners and staff are committed to delivering a first class dining experience within a more casual feel. Don't let the words food cart and casual influence your decisions. The creative and changing menu offers many creative plays on traditional dishes amongst the chefs unique creations. Think Tapas american style with platter dishes designed to be shared. My favorite dining slot is brunch with a craft cocktail or bottle of bubbles.

Been here a few times now, and I really want to like it, but I'm never quite satisfied with the meal. The vibe and presentation of food are both 10/10, but the taste never matches up. The unusual combinations of ingredients just never seem to work for me & the people I dine with. If you like novel food experiences & pretty photos, it's worth going at least once, but just manage your expectations.

Such a charming spot with unique and relaxing decor, wonderful service, and spectacular food! We popped in for an impromptu brunch and loved it!

Passing by in our way back to San Diego. We ordered the Chips and Dip to start. The chips are really crispy, well seasoned and yummy on their own but phenomenal with the dip. I ordered the House Ricotta Toast for a meal. It was very light, fresh and delicious. Only of my friends ordered the Crispy Trout Sandwich and said she liked it. The other ordered the Oat Pancakes because of her gluten allergy. The pancakes seemed like a small portion but were delicious and filling. Overall, it's a great place and really cute/cool decor. We highly recommend it.

Love the food, atmosphere and creative, changing menu. We make a point to visit every time we visit Eugene.

Overpriced and pretentious. The woman who greeted us did not want to seat us inside because of our service dog. She begrudgingly did so at a table with a concrete post. The food was okay and tastefully presented, but two eggs , potatoes ( at most a 1/4 of a medium potato) and a sausage for thirty dollars was ridiculous. My friend had the frittata. As described it sounded delicious. It was okay. Again really small portions (3 small triangles) with grated cheddar cheese...and if the total amount of grated cheese was 1/2 an ounce I'd be surprised). The coffee was weak. We did have dessert which was excellent and frankly the only thing worth the money: lemon feddo . It was recommended by a young man who was helping our server out. He was friendly and engaging...our regular server was any but ....

This is the go to place in Eugene for Sunday brunch when you really want people to try out something very unusual and eclectic. The photo I'm sharing here is the open face omelette I had which was absolutely excellent. A side of bacon was a delightful addition. I have to say though, two criticisms I do have. One is that your food comes out when it's ready and that may mean everything you ordered arrives in a staggered manner. And in my case this morning, that meant my bacon came out a good 10 minutes before my egg dish. The same was the case for my husband's sausage before his main food item. I get that the Cook kitchen has different stations cooking different things, but it's still a little disappointing. The second criticism I have is their coffee. It's a pour over and it just doesn't come out to you very hot and definitely does not stay very hot. Otherwise, everything is absolutely perfect. The food is delicious, the service is incredible and they keep your water glass full!

The cuisine was exquisite, bursting with flavor, and the atmosphere was charming with impeccable service. We'll definitely be returning whenever we find ourselves in Eugene. I highly recommend trying the trout sandwich!

This is our go to place for great service and amazing food! The chef knocks it out every time. Their caviar is so delicious. Great wine list and cocktails.

This has got to be the best brunch in Eugene, am I right? Wow! I'll admit I teared up reading their Our Story. I'm so passionate about cooking, baking, wine, travel and how it all forms lasting memories. Reading their story really warmed my heart. I also adore raptors so the wise Owl aspect really spoke to me on a milestone birthday celebration when I'm enjoying telling myself I'm wiser now :) and well quite frankly I probably have more life experience in my little pinky than most have by the time they reach 40. So that's how things started... Then it was onto a morning Mimosa because mimosas just hit better after morning runs, on empty stomachs ;) you don't have to be so wise to know that it's just a fact. I ordered the Oat Pancakes but couldn't pass up a slice of their chocolate zucchini bread. My oh my!!!! Both were phenomenal in their own ways. I will say if you order the oat pancakes, make sure to smush all the components together so each bite has an equal representation. I didn't do this and I was left with a little too much pear pumpkin butter towards the end - spread everything around (there's my pro tip). My bestie had the brekke sando and while I don't always want to try what he ordered, often I'll say no thanks I definitely wanted to sink my teeth into this bad boy. Yummy! Another solid option. I think going sweet and salty here is totally the way to go, so go with someone you can share items with or solo and have both. Everything is bound to be outstanding. The attention to detail here is so very apparent (in food and design). I highly, highly recommend Lion and Owl if you're looking for a perfect brunch option in Eugene.

This place might be my new favorite restaurant in Eugene. The food and the service were both exceptional. Our waiter, Jeremy, was very attentive. The oysters were amazing! I decided to go with a casual dinner of mushroom bisque and a portobello mushroom sandwich, both were wonderful. The dessert menu is pretty sparse (3 Choices), but the two desserts that we chose were very good. One was a chocolate torte and the other was a butter cake. The ambience and decor make this place even more special. Definitely worth a visit! I assure you, you won't be disappointed.

Was on the hunt for a celebratory brunch place in Eugene, and was recommended Lion and Owl by a friend. The staff were friendly and attentive, and checked in the right amount throughout the meal. The ambiance is also really cute- we liked the metal train car inside. In our personal experience though, it was a bit of style over substance especially because of prices. The breakfast sandwich slapped (I don't know where they get their avocados from, but they're great) but everything else was just solidly alright.

Lion and Owl is a must visit when in Eugene. The menu and ambience are so unique, and the service is fantastic. The servers are very knowledgeable about the menu and as a celiac, I have never had any issues here. Also there are so many options for gluten free folks here! I also love that their portions are meant for sharing so you get to try a little bit of everything!

This was a terrific spot that we were able to visit with our newly minted University of Oregon attending nephew. It was a dark and snowy fall day and we are so glad we found the Lion and the Owl. The location is super friendly and we loved the Airstream that is right inside. The seating is communal and the place is so friendly. It's hard to ignore all the incredible scents and colors of the dishes as they roll by. This was one of our best brunches we've had in a long time. The avocado toast was wonderful and it is so great so much of the food is local. The great thing about it is that you can order a few things, they get delivered and then you can add more. We did this for hours and got to sample some great other choices. We loved the sausage and the potatoes were really, really incredible. Not to be missed. Finally the mushrooms were just awesome. So next time you are in Eugene and have some time or want to take someone out, run don't walk there :-)

Beautiful restaurant, amazing food and service was above and beyond! We went for brunch to celebrate my friend's birthday, and we were not disappointed!

My wife and I had a great dinner following equally great cocktails at the adjacent bar. She had the gnocchi with squash and I had the burger. We started with the roasted cauliflower. High quality bases accompanied by yummy sauces. All good! Also the interior is really well done. Enjoyed the Airstream trailer along one wall and the many inspired touches throughout.

Looking for food-coma worthy food? Look no further! Our friends made a resy here for breakfast while we were in town. Inside is the most charming space with their original truck transitioned into seating/a bar inside. Everything from their dishes and table decor is Insta-worthy and the food was fantastic. They encourage family-style eating which was perfect and allowed us to try a good variety of their dishes. Honestly, we liked it all and it kept me full all day. We ordered the oat pancakes, smoked potato, open face omelette, breakfast sandwich, spring radish, and fries. We would definitely eat here again the next time we are in town.

I have been here many times and it does not disappoint. I always order the lion and owl burger so good and tasty. The service is great also. Great place to go in Eugene

We were on our way from Bend to Eugene (airport) and made a pitstop to this restaurant that I found on YELP before flying back home to Los Angeles. Everything about this restaurant was ON-POINT! From the moment we walked in, the host asked if we had reservation and we said no. Young man (the host) said, no worries and admittedly sat us down in the middle of the restaurant. The ambiance is absolutely breathtaking. Then came the food...their burgers were absolutely to die for. The presentation and accessories- one word "WOW"! My husband and I highly recommend this place. Great food, great service and great ambiance!

Lion and Owl is a super cute brunch spot and I believe they are open for dinner as well. The menu was pretty small but had good options. I really liked the burger and the avocado toast. The inside is so cute, all the decorations on each table were really nice. Definitely make a reservation though before you come because it gets busy, especially on weekends.

You can never go wrong at Lion and Owl. My fave brunch spot and burger in Eugene. Love their veggie dishes too!

Took my mom here for a farewell brunch before I fly home to the east coast. Made reservations for 10:45am and arrived on time. We we were seated right away and I got the Meyer lemon drop drink & mom got the mimosa blood orange. The drinks were not good. I asked for my Lemon drop to be made with vodka and it still was not good. We waited almost 45min for the Oat pancakes and the roasted potato. We asked if the food was coming about 30min into the wait. The waiter told us that a 12 top had put their order in right before us. Well that put me on a time crunch since I needed to get to the air port. When the food eventually arrived it was delicious. I ate almost every bite of my pancakes and mom loved her potato. The seating inside the airstream was cool and more private. We enjoyed ourselves.

Lion and Owl is a Eugene culinary gem. Wonderful atmosphere, decor, friendly servers. excellently seasoned and prepared food with artful plate presentations. Highly recommended Jeffrey and Debbie Ogburn

Great vibes, in a modern, clean, farm to table restaurant. Inside is inviting - tables with live edge wood, fresh flowers at each table. There's a lot of attention to detail inside - feels almost like it's in a magazine - but, it's functional. Even the airstream is functional - partially used for dining, and the other portion reserved as a bar - a very creative use of the space. Each plate is instagram worthy - and the food, though not an expansive menu, is well thought out. There's sharable large platters, lighter fare and standards. What we ordered at our table of three: 5/5 burger. Cooked medium as specified, on a soft brioche bun. Parts may have been slightly over salted, but I really loved it. The beef is able to shine here - with the butter lettuce, cheddar, onions and sauce adding to, but not over powering the beef. 4/5 portobello sandwich. I hadn't had pesto paired with goat cheese and sautéed portobello before, but now I have elevated lunch ideas. The rustic sourdough bread, was toasted well. The only downside is the mushrooms fell out a lot because they were sliced so thinly. It may have held up better if it was one large portobello steak. 5/5 pound of fries. Great for sharing, seasoned well and fried to perfection. These were great for the table as the burger/sandwich didn't come with a side. 4/5 - raspberry pancakes. I didn't have any, but my niece said it was really sweet and the mint syrup was overpowering. She still said it was great though. This seems like a good first date place, or if you've got your parents visiting you at college. It's picturesque and the food is great. Definitely worth stopping by.

I have been wanting to try this place for forever and finally did....WOW. Just WOW. Does someone want to fund my bank account so I can come back every single day? Haha but really... If you are into aesthetically pleasing places this is your place. It has a fancy vibe to it but it is also VERY comfortable. There was noise in the background but also relaxing music. It was just perfect. My stomach was happy from the food. My brain was happy from the peaceful atmosphere. My eyes were happy from the beautiful decor. Blues, cream, golds and plants. It was perfect. They also have an airstream that has a 2 person table and a 4 person table. It would be a great date spot. I went with a friend and included pictures of what we both got. It was all good. I wouldn't have changed a single thing besides adding more vegetarian options. It was just...perfection. Also. It's slightly more pricey than other places but wasn't too crazy. Go and enjoy, treat yourself!

M I shroom soup has no mushrooms flavor. Salad came out. Brown lettuce leaves. Service 5/10.

My friends and I came here for a little graduation brunch and I couldn't have been happier. It was a sophisticated place and the atmosphere was charming. We ordered strawberry lemon mimosas by the bottle and it was enough for the 5 of us to enjoy a smaller glass. The waiter poured it for us and the service was very good throughout our meal. Some of the food portions were pretty small and quite pricy for what they were which is the only reason I knocked off a star. Other than that the service was excellent, the staff was friendly, and the food was terrific. Would recommend it if your looking for a nice brunch in Eugene!

Exemplary service and extremely accommodating. Incredible, beautiful, fresh, delicious food. Indoor decor was gorgeous and comfortable. We visited Lion and Owl, walked in without a reservation and wanted to sit outside with our dog. Outside was booked. My children and I were seated immediately inside while my husband waited under a tree with our dog. We ordered orange juice and got fresh squeezed tangerine juice in beautiful cups. My little one got the steak and eggs, my eldest ordered the burger, and I got the oak pancakes. Our waiter was pumped and enthusiastic that my kids wanted medium rare and all the fixings- the real version of the food not babied down. To our surprise, the breakfast sandwich came out on the house because the kitchen made an extra one. The kids devoured that and rated it 15/10. All the while the waiter kept asking when dad would be joining. After explaining that he wouldn't because it got too warm to have our dog in the car, the waiter offered to box up half of the breakfast sandwich and bring it out to him. Then, moments later, they opened up a table outside and offered to move us and all our food out there so dad and our dog could join! After moving us outside, they brought water for our dog and asked if they could do anything else to make us comfortable. Seriously, we have never had service like this before in our lives. Offering to bring out food???? Offering and actually moving us outside to the whole family could be together?!??? CARING that we had a great meal and experience?!?!?!? It was genuine and not the "high end formal service" that you'd expect but definitely more of "oh no where's the rest of your family?? This isn't right, let's get you all together!" Thank you so much Lion and Owl for treating us with so much kindness. You've raised the bar completely for the rest of our dining experiences. You have every right to start your tip at 25% (not a humble 15%) and go up to 100% at payment unlike the rest of every other establishment starting at 25% tip minimum for mediocre to barely there service. We will make it a point to return on our next trip to Oregon. Thank you again.

Had a dentist appointment and decided I needed a treat for myself afterwards. I was very close to Lion and Owl this morning, so I stopped in for breakfast. I ordered the Sando which was like an over the top breakfast sandwich. The brioche bun was a tasty holder of their house sausage Patty, fluffy eggs and cheese schmeared with a harissa aioli for umami! Had their pour over coffee with amaretto and their amazing house made chips! It was all so good that I almost forgot I'd been to the dentist. The staff are attentive and I love their overhead lighting!

The food, the decor, the service, the airstream inside the restaurant.... Everything is thoughtfully curated... down to the beautiful fonts and paper of the menus! I will make sure coming to this restaurant is top priority when I come to visit my Duck. You will not be disappointed! They also have a sister cocktail lounge nearby. A foodie, artist, and designer's delight!

Delicious food! I loved the caviar and I didn't think I would. Lots of yummy small plates. Good options for vegetarians. Great atmosphere! I loved seeing the open kitchen and dining in the airstream. Super fun for fine dining. Yummy cocktails too!

I'm pretty sure that I have reviewed this amazing place before but every time I come the menu is fresh and exciting. Feels like the first time every time. I love these people so much for their vision, innovation, attention to detail and commitment. Just being here makes me happy and that's all happening before the food even arrives. On my most recent visit we shared the foie gras toast that was nothing short of mine blowing. The flavors were so complex I couldn't decide if I wanted to save some for dessert or eat the whole thing as an appetizer. It would be worth going back for that item alone. This has become my go to for any excuse to celebrate a birthday or a visiting friend in town for lunch.