Wonderful food, and awesome service. It is spendy but priced well for the quality.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lonnie Smith
Great service. Everything arrived right on time and was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Will Steele-Long
If there’s ever an occasion in Corvallis to bust out the fancy hoodie, or Google, “how long after expiration can I still use mascara,” it’s for a meal at Castor. Trying to usurp Burgerville as the best date night spot in town is a tall order, but what Castor lacks in having kegs of ketchup at the ready, it makes up for in a host of other ways. Being one of the only ‘nice’ restaurants in town open on Mondays is a great start, as having to explain to my stomach that it can’t have a filet on certain days hasn’t gone over well in the past; it wants what it wants when it wants it.
Arriving on time for a 6:30 reservation, my date and I were given the unfortunate news that our table was not ready due to the earlier reservation’s guests not GTFOing in a timely manner. We were ushered to a bench on the other side of the restaurant and given water and a drink menu while we waited, which was fine, as it allowed for a thorough review of all the restaurant’s artwork and holiday decorations. Our 15-minutes of patience was rewarded with the best table in the joint, so that helped to right the ship after the initial delay.
My date started off with an Old Fashioned, and I with their NA Moscow Mule. When I asked if she liked it, I was told, “Yes I def did” (we’re still on speaking terms 😎), which is the sentiment I’d echo for my drink. It sure beat the water I usually have with dinner.
The Bread & Butter and Dinner Salad were solid and flavorful, but primarily used to prevent me from getting cranky while waiting for the main course, the Filet Mignon. French for “cute strip,” the filet was an easy choice for both of us because we only eat cute food. Placed on a bed of mashed potatoes, just like Jesus in his manger, the steak was very flavorful and cooked perfectly to my preference - medium (don’t @ me). My steak was very tender and not chewy in the slightest. The mashed potatoes were quite yummy in my tummy, too, and the carrots did a solid job at being a palette cleanser between bites of the good stuff.
Despite opting to end the meal after the filet and not getting a dessert, it was still a bit disheartening to hear that they didn’t have two of the dessert options listed on the menu. The Will in the parallel universe that was dying to get cookies must have been heartbroken to learn that, but I was ok with it.
Castor is probably a 4.5* establishment, but having to wait 15 minutes after our reservation time is causing me to round down for this visit. At least that’s the only thing that left a bad taste in my mouth. The staff was professional and did a good job; and the timing of the meal once seated flowed very well.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Anıl Korkmaz
One of the best filet mignon steaks I’ve ever had, cooked to perfection! Our server Drew was exceptional, helpful and always smiling! Everyone in the restaurant was positive too, overall it was a great experience and tasty food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kevin Miltenberger
Great food. Had blackened cauliflower as an appetizer and pork chops for entree. Very flavorful. Will be coming back. Should have a reservation if you’re going around dinner time
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shane
Best food and drinks I've had anywhere in Corvallis!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Angela Videotron
I enjoyed a friend’s lovely long birthday celebration meal at Castor last evening and the food, wine, cocktails, special dessert…everything was perfect. This team has a heart for hospitality and took great care of us. There is a lot to be said for management investing in staff with experience, and you can see, taste and feel that at Castor these days. Besides these special occasions meals, I’ll just pop in for a casual lunch, or a happy hour drink and snack at the bar and enjoy the same level of hospitality. It’s one of those “third spaces” we all need in our lives. Get out and spend time with your people and don’t worry about cleaning up your house. And oh my that cornbread tres leches cake was divine!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Simon Melanson
⭐️⭐️⭐️ (3/5) – Good, but not great. The beef tartare was a knockout — I’d happily go back just for that. The gumbo and risotto under the scallops? Mushy, bland, and basically pablum that had lost its way. Cocktails were sugary enough to induce a toothache, and the bartender was a human megaphone, filling the room with nonstop chatter that made talking at our table impossible. Castor has potential, but it needs more texture on the plate — and less volume behind the bar.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 2
T K
Everything tastes excellent, dishes were just the right amount of creative, and service was personable and attentive.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Martha Lejarazu
Ordered a filled mignon median rare and the steak they brought me was NOT mignon. Spend about 140 with a family of 5 so I guess it wasn't bad. Service and drinks were good, but it the ambiance was off putting. The food was alright but it didnt taste too great. Safe to say I will NOT be dinning here in the future.
Really great restaurant with wonderful food and great staff. You'll enjoy it, you should go here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hedieh YS
Started our evening with a set of amazing and unique cocktails. Our server was very helpful in describing the details of the dishes to help us choose. The shrimp with grits was wonderful textures and spices - highly recommend it. The pork chops must've been great since my partner ate all of it before I could try it :)
We're grateful to have found this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Quincy Clark
Last night’s dining experience at Castor was nothing short of excellent. The service was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely fun, setting the perfect tone for the evening. From starters to dessert, every dish was flavorful, satisfying, and beautifully prepared. I’ve dined at Castor many times and can honestly say I’ve never had a bad experience. The consistency in quality and hospitality keeps me coming back. Right on to a wonderful dining experience in Corvallis!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tish Gross
Awesome food and fantastic service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cheyenne Vanden Bos
Was excited to try this place for the first time. We had reservations coming in and had pretty high expectations looking at previous reviews..The service was subpar to be honest. Once we ordered our food it took nearly 50 minutes to recieve it, keep in mind it really wasn't that busy. I ordered the filet mignon, when it arrived I was very disappointed by the lack of flavor/taste and overall appearance of the dish for the price. Would not recommend.
Wonderful food, and awesome service. It is spendy but priced well for the quality.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great service. Everything arrived right on time and was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If there’s ever an occasion in Corvallis to bust out the fancy hoodie, or Google, “how long after expiration can I still use mascara,” it’s for a meal at Castor. Trying to usurp Burgerville as the best date night spot in town is a tall order, but what Castor lacks in having kegs of ketchup at the ready, it makes up for in a host of other ways. Being one of the only ‘nice’ restaurants in town open on Mondays is a great start, as having to explain to my stomach that it can’t have a filet on certain days hasn’t gone over well in the past; it wants what it wants when it wants it.
Arriving on time for a 6:30 reservation, my date and I were given the unfortunate news that our table was not ready due to the earlier reservation’s guests not GTFOing in a timely manner. We were ushered to a bench on the other side of the restaurant and given water and a drink menu while we waited, which was fine, as it allowed for a thorough review of all the restaurant’s artwork and holiday decorations. Our 15-minutes of patience was rewarded with the best table in the joint, so that helped to right the ship after the initial delay.
My date started off with an Old Fashioned, and I with their NA Moscow Mule. When I asked if she liked it, I was told, “Yes I def did” (we’re still on speaking terms 😎), which is the sentiment I’d echo for my drink. It sure beat the water I usually have with dinner.
The Bread & Butter and Dinner Salad were solid and flavorful, but primarily used to prevent me from getting cranky while waiting for the main course, the Filet Mignon. French for “cute strip,” the filet was an easy choice for both of us because we only eat cute food. Placed on a bed of mashed potatoes, just like Jesus in his manger, the steak was very flavorful and cooked perfectly to my preference - medium (don’t @ me). My steak was very tender and not chewy in the slightest. The mashed potatoes were quite yummy in my tummy, too, and the carrots did a solid job at being a palette cleanser between bites of the good stuff.
Despite opting to end the meal after the filet and not getting a dessert, it was still a bit disheartening to hear that they didn’t have two of the dessert options listed on the menu. The Will in the parallel universe that was dying to get cookies must have been heartbroken to learn that, but I was ok with it.
Castor is probably a 4.5* establishment, but having to wait 15 minutes after our reservation time is causing me to round down for this visit. At least that’s the only thing that left a bad taste in my mouth. The staff was professional and did a good job; and the timing of the meal once seated flowed very well.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
One of the best filet mignon steaks I’ve ever had, cooked to perfection! Our server Drew was exceptional, helpful and always smiling! Everyone in the restaurant was positive too, overall it was a great experience and tasty food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food. Had blackened cauliflower as an appetizer and pork chops for entree. Very flavorful. Will be coming back. Should have a reservation if you’re going around dinner time
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best food and drinks I've had anywhere in Corvallis!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I enjoyed a friend’s lovely long birthday celebration meal at Castor last evening and the food, wine, cocktails, special dessert…everything was perfect. This team has a heart for hospitality and took great care of us. There is a lot to be said for management investing in staff with experience, and you can see, taste and feel that at Castor these days. Besides these special occasions meals, I’ll just pop in for a casual lunch, or a happy hour drink and snack at the bar and enjoy the same level of hospitality. It’s one of those “third spaces” we all need in our lives. Get out and spend time with your people and don’t worry about cleaning up your house. And oh my that cornbread tres leches cake was divine!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
⭐️⭐️⭐️ (3/5) – Good, but not great.
The beef tartare was a knockout — I’d happily go back just for that. The gumbo and risotto under the scallops? Mushy, bland, and basically pablum that had lost its way. Cocktails were sugary enough to induce a toothache, and the bartender was a human megaphone, filling the room with nonstop chatter that made talking at our table impossible. Castor has potential, but it needs more texture on the plate — and less volume behind the bar.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 2
Everything tastes excellent, dishes were just the right amount of creative, and service was personable and attentive.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ordered a filled mignon median rare and the steak they brought me was NOT mignon. Spend about 140 with a family of 5 so I guess it wasn't bad. Service and drinks were good, but it the ambiance was off putting. The food was alright but it didnt taste too great. Safe to say I will NOT be dinning here in the future.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Restaurantji Recommends
Really great restaurant with wonderful food and great staff. You'll enjoy it, you should go here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Started our evening with a set of amazing and unique cocktails. Our server was very helpful in describing the details of the dishes to help us choose. The shrimp with grits was wonderful textures and spices - highly recommend it. The pork chops must've been great since my partner ate all of it before I could try it :)
We're grateful to have found this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Last night’s dining experience at Castor was nothing short of excellent. The service was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely fun, setting the perfect tone for the evening. From starters to dessert, every dish was flavorful, satisfying, and beautifully prepared. I’ve dined at Castor many times and can honestly say I’ve never had a bad experience. The consistency in quality and hospitality keeps me coming back. Right on to a wonderful dining experience in Corvallis!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Awesome food and fantastic service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Was excited to try this place for the first time. We had reservations coming in and had pretty high expectations looking at previous reviews..The service was subpar to be honest. Once we ordered our food it took nearly 50 minutes to recieve it, keep in mind it really wasn't that busy. I ordered the filet mignon, when it arrived I was very disappointed by the lack of flavor/taste and overall appearance of the dish for the price. Would not recommend.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 3
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