Launched in 2012 by two high school friends, Carrie Catterall and Jodi Haines, to fill the gap in healthy creative breakfast options, Ma Mosa’s is a cozy farm-to-table eatery located in a historic building in downtown Grants Pass that is a sure hit among locals and travelers. Now serving breakfast and lunch, the café is vegan/vegetarian/gluten-free friendly, uses only GMO-free ingredients, and sources from local farmers within a 100 mile radius, usually closer. Every dish is made to order from scratch, including the changing specials artfully noted on the board. Ma Mosa’s is standing-room only, especially on weekends, as the friendly wait staff serves diners at six tables and 2 counters, with overflow to the sunny al fresco seating during summer.  And for good reason: the food is Good! The deserved reputation inspires guests to relax and enjoy the unhurried experience, while taking in the small town vibe. Most diners are happy to abide the occasional line when they see Bacon, Chanterelles, and Arugula Eggs Benedict or Peanut Butter and Brown Sugar Roasted Apple Stuffed Granola Waffle floating by accompanied by a seasonally-inspired cocktail. The popular liquid libation arrives in the form of flavor-ful mimosas, such as The Traditional (orange juice and bubbly), Apricot Carrot Ginger (carrot and apricot juice with raw ginger and bubbly), and Ruby Slipper (prickly pear and bubbly rimmed with Coconut Lime Salinity Salts. Ma Mosa’s commitment to their locavore philosophy is evident in their sourcing and draws repeat customers who value the collaboration with local growers in the surrounding Rogue and Applegate valleys, notably Pennington Farms (berries galore), Wandering Roots, Sweet Water Farm, Whispering Oaks (their sole provider of organic eggs), Terra Sol Organics (for sprouts), and craft producers such as Salinity Salts and By George Farm. Follow Ma Mosa’s on Instagram.

Located just a block off Main Street in the heart of downtown Ashland, Gil’s Taphouse sets a high quality standard in service of local craft beers, locally-sourced organic pub food, and a relaxing laid back atmosphere that includes a sunny patio, and a fire pit for cool weather. Did we say fun!? Co-owners Christian Senf and Aura Streett, Wyoming transplants in 2011, took a historic neighborhood cottage and came up with an eclectic open redesign that is all comfort and fun. The new vaulted ceiling, reclaimed bar, and myrtlewood floor lend a spacious pub vibe. As a flagship beer destination in Southern Oregon, the beer, wine, cider, meade, and Kombucha selections stand out, with the majority of their 23 rotating taps drawing from local and regional craft producers. Gil’s is a dedicated growler fill station and bottle shop that serves as the perfect portable answer to game nights at home and camping trips. Beer from smaller breweries, that can sometimes be overlooked, get special attention at Gil’s. The couple is also owners of Ruby’s, located right next door, which the couple opened to rave reviews around town as a much-needed organic cafe with outdoor seating. Guests at the taphouse are welcome to order from either menu and port food and drink between the two places, wherever seating is found. Gil’s comfort pub food has an international flair that locals and the college crowd flock to. Gil’s Taphouse is a preferred hangout for friend and neighbor meet ups. It’s why travelers will like it, too. With a commitment to sustainability, ingredients for their menu are sourced from local organic farms, such as Blue Fox Farm and Pennington Farms in the Applegate Valley, and Antonio’s in Talent.   Nachos Fresh corn tortilla chips smothered in a made-from-scratch cheese sauce, heaped with savory black beans, Mexican crème, Guacamole, pico de gallo, shredded cabbage, and fresh jalapeño slices. Chicken Cheesesteak Sandwich Slow roasted chicken on a hoagie roll, bell peppers, onions, cheese and mayo. Cubano Pork, ham, mojo sauce, pickles, Dijon mustard and swiss cheese. Gyro House blend of lamb or falafel and beef, pita, hummus tzatziki, feta, cabbage, onion, tomato and kalamata olives. Wings House prepared chicken wings with your choice of three sauces: Hosin BBQ, Classic Buffalo or Thai Peanut. Rice Bowl (chicken optional) Black rice, veggies, house cheese blend, savory black beans, sour crème, cabbage, fresh jalapeños  

2 Towns Ciderhouse fresh-presses 100% Pacific Northwest apples with other fruits, such as rhubarb, cherry and Oregon-grown marionberries, and bottles their lineup with no added sugar or artificial ingredients. The tap room offers taster trays, full pours, paired snack menu, and games (arcade, pinball, foosball, board games and pool). Available on request is a 135″ big screen for game watching. Cider to-go in cans, bottles and growlers for travel and home. 21+ ONLY. No minors, including children. Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and for our Annual Harvest Party in October.