Eugene's Whiteaker neighborhood may be small, but it's full of big flavors.
Thai food is one of my favorites, and there are a number of good sources in Eugene. I've always preferred Chao Pra Ya. They've recently expanded and remodeled, but the delicious food remains the star of the show.
Last night I tried the Pepper Salt Squid for the first time, and I wish I hadn't waited! Lots of good sized pieces of tender yet crispy tempura battered squid, with onions, green and red peppers in a sweet and tangy sauce. The Pad See Yew with tofu is a favorite of my wife and daughter, and the curries are great as well.
The spice can be on the hot side, so go with mild if you can't handle the heat.
Equally savory, but worlds apart in character, is Papa's Soul Food Kitchen. I must confess I stayed away awhile because I'm not a consumer of land animals. I dig fish though, and it's worth a trip down Blair Boulevard for the pan-fried snapper alone.
Papa's also has a great selection of comfort-food side dishes - tangy collard greens, garlic mashed potatoes, and yummy mac & cheese to name a few, so don't worry about finding something tasty if you're a vegetarian.
Wash it all down with a cold jar of sweet tea and you'll feel like you're dining South of the Mason-Dixon line!
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