Favorite Spots to Hang Out in Salem, Oregon, Salem, Oregon

This is another post in the series “Rediscovering Salem.” Since returning from Peace Corps, we’ve been using Salem and Portland as our home bases between travels. The Rediscovering Salem series is my way of looking at my hometown from a tourist’s perspective and sharing the best places on the blog. My goal is to cover both the classic Salem spots that I remember as well as new or up-and-coming places that have brought more character to the area since I moved away.

If you’re looking for a great place to hang out with friends in Salem, Oregon, these are some of our favorite spots for you to check out:

As soon as we landed back in Oregon, I started hearing talk about the Broadway Coffeehouse. Being a digital nomad and someone who loves to work in bright, open spaces, I made a point to check it out right away. It quickly became a favorite, and we were able to schedule a brief meeting with the Manager, Matt Swain, to learn more about it.

Although I was originally drawn to the space itself, which I think is absolutely fantastic for work, meetings, or just hanging out, I quickly learned that they serve some of the most exceptional coffee in Salem as well. Their aim is to provide the best possible coffee experience in every cup, which is why they’ve partnered with Stumptown Coffee Roasters. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).