The Half Penny Public House

3743 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA

Address:	3743 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA
Phone:	+1 503-540-5899
Site:	thehalfpenny.com
Rating:	4.3
Working:	11AM–11PM 11AM–11PM 11AM–11PM 11AM–11PM 10AM–1AM 8AM–1AM 8AM–10PM

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Reviews 27

Missy Davis

Great food, but really bad service. I had to chase down the waiter to take my order, then I asked the waiter for our check when we were leaving. He said ok, and never returned. He started talking to customers, and laughing. I walked up to the bar, and asked for my check and the bartender asked who was my waiter, I pointed him out, and that waiter walked up to us, and the bartender asked him if he had my check ,and he said YES with a smug look on his face. Never once did he ask if we needed anything. Sorry, but I will not be going back. My first time there, and unfortunately, my last time.

Alyssa Luis

First time eating here tonight. I ordered to go two whole penny burgers and a chicken Cesar wrap and got home and ate. This wasnt the quality of food I expected from this place, however Im gonna give it another try just because I ordered around 930 pm. But my chicken for my wrap was super dry and burnt so it was really hard to chew along with the chicken the ham for my boyfriends burger was almost completely black from being burnt. I did ask for the egg and meat to be well done, I guess the decided to make it all super well done. Lol I will review after my next visit.

Nick Bradley

Great place to watch a football game. Restaurant quality food with a nice sit down atmosphere while still maintaining the bar/pool/game scene. Service was excellent. Our server was hustling between tables and didnt miss a step! Large TV in the front with several TVs in the bar and surrounding areas. Fish tacos were excellent and I could tell the ingredients were fresh and high quality! Older crowd during the day when the game was on.

Elijah Rakha-Sheketoff

WOW. I was really impressed with this place. What looks like a crappy dive from the road, is actually a clean, quiet, aesthetically pleasing, tasty pub with a dedicated friendly chief, an old fashioned smoker for their meats, a pool table, a huge projection tv, quiet music, and minors allowed in until evening. It is all around a great place for a snack. Their Rubin, Pulled Pork, and French dip, are exceptional.

Roger Richter

Yummy food thats not too expencive. In fact there specials are very nice! I just had a great cheese burger on special for 5.75! Without cheese they are only $5! Good selection of beer and liquor, and friendly staff combine for a nice experience. If you love air conditioning, youll like the interior. For me it was a little chilly, and I simply ate outside in the smoking area.

Eden Farias-Quintrell

We went in thinking it was a hipster type of bar but it turned out to be a very local bar. A lot of locals know each other. I ordered a pork burger and it was quite good. My wife ordered a ham sandwich and it was good too. They dont have a huge selection of craft beers but they have friendly customer service. The bar is very wide and open. Prices are decent.

Arthur Cornwell

Fun environment, friendly staff and pretty good food, my brothers and a few friends usually come here for a few drinks at cheap prices with some pretty good 50¢ tacos. Our biggest reason to visit is the 25¢ chicken wings.. We usually eat about 25-30 wings each, and some times going to about 40.. Overall pretty awesome.

Brieanna Potter

This is a sunday night tradition in my family! 3 doller night! Simple choices but lots of food! we bring the kids to this place even. The service is ALWAYS AMAZING. favorite bartender in town is Matt. all of the guys who work there are very nice and you can tell they love their jobs. Would recommend this to anyone

K. C. Meaders

Excellent food, well presented and surprisingly fast service for a sports style establishment. We stayed for the entertainment as the music was good and it is easy to see the stage as the rear tables are higher than the the dancefloor level tables I recommend this place for a nice and family friendly experience.

Jonathon Neumann

Best trivia I have been too put on by the Oregon Trivia Company here on Tuesdays! The food, service, and beer selection is average at best. But the food is relatively well priced and they have some pretty good specials every night of the week, but expect to get what you pay for.

albert kihn

Michelle here is awesome! I mis read the menu and the kids meal arrived not what I was expecting. No hesitation to make it what I thought I ordered. Gentleman that brought the food was very friendly and helpful. Food was great, a large meal for everyone. Thanks again Michelle!

Jon Libke

Dont order the pulled pork. It wasnt pulled and Im pretty sure it wasnt even pork. Took one bite and ask for a burger instead. They were slow getting out my next order, everyone at my table was well done before I got my food. Probably wont go back here.

Rob Hagerman

Absolutely outstanding! The food is great and the people working there are even better. The service is always beyond expectations. The owner is usually there, he and his incredible staff all take pride in giving the best service. I highly recommend.

tg browning

One of the best places Ive found for soup, ever. Through in extremely nice service, excellent presentation, and speed even when packed, what else can you ask for ... how about excellent prime rib, fish and chips, Eggs Benedict...yep, got all that.

Karen Gavel

They had a pool table and a big area to smoke out back the owners an awesome guy the barmaid was wonderful the gizzards were good and we met an awesome couple there that we will see you again on Thursday All Around Fun Place

A Private User

Killer Sunday breakfast been Val multiple times an I love it every time!! The specialty meals ( fathers day, mothers day) are really good as well! Very cheap food but prepared really well and a great atmosphere to eat in!

Crystal Romero

Middle of the road rating. Nice set up for watching the game, food + prices are excellent, staff is friendly but super inattentive. Both times Ive been here, just gave up on ever getting that 2nd drink I asked for.

Sean Reno

Absolutely poor management and ownership. Kitchen is beyond disgusting. Was offered a job at one point and was MORE THAN HAPPY when I was offered employment elsewhere.

Jessica Walker

I came around noon the waitress was amazing I love places that suggest drinks. I suggest coming here I had the Hawaiian wrap and Irish coffee paid 35 plus tip

Chris Harris

First time here. Found it on Yelp. For $7 lunch special I got a great burger, delicious fresh fries and a soda. If I lived closer, Id definitely come back.

Jennifer DenBeste

I like this place, foods okay, atmosphere is good. One waitress always makes my visit poor. I cant recommend it, but there is cool stuff that happens there.

Mark Duncan

The staff and the food are most excellent. The atmosphere is friendly...."sometimes you wanna go where everybody knows yer name....."

Wendy Flick

Friendly fast knowledgeable knowledgable staff, huge tv for sports and all the seats can see a tv, good and still well price food.

A Private User

Been there a few times and always have a great time. Clean, friendly, honest food and prices. Great for live band entertainment.

Trish Lulay

Food=excellent; service=timely but 1/2 hearted; Music=live and fun!! Cold in there= air conditioning not a problem. Would go back

Zachariah hinson

What!!!!! 1$ rib night !!!!!! Forget Tacos !!!!! RIBS!!! PORK SMOKED RIBS!!!!! SLAP SOMEONE IN THE FACE !!!!!! GET HERE!!!!

Jared Stasch

A good bar to drink at and the food is good too. Some times they have Traeger night and who doesnt love Traeger BBQ food