Sisters Irish Bistro 150 High Street Southeast, Salem, OR 97301

"Walked in on a Saturday night. 3 tables had people and there was a 2 piece band. Excited. Was yelled at by only waitress we saw as we walked toward bar but decided on a table. “I’m supposed to seat you but go ahead I guess” would you like us to wait? “No sit you were going to anyway” there was no sign present to wait. Sat for a min and she threw menus on table and said “no meatloaf” and walked away. Returned to talk to table next to us that wee either her friends or regulars. So we left. Awful first impression. Had high hopes but alas she was clearly uninterested in any business we had to offer. edited for realism, after the terrible service we gave her the finger on the way out. I’ve never been treated so poorly in a restaurant before and I’ve been to Ed Debevics where you pay for rudeness and grew up in Boston Mass where we’re known to be jerks. This was uncanny. And if you read other reviews each poor review she yells back at you. This is a common theme."

"I went here last year in around July or August 2023, but forgot to write a review, so here it is. I got bangers and mash, which, really, most of the food is almost already cooked for you ahead of time. The potatoes were *COLD* inside, the entire dish was not even hot. The sausages were room temp. The mashed potatoes were almost cold in the middle. Do you realize how hard it is to actually have cold mashed potatoes? Potatoes hold heat a LONG time. I feel like they didn't even bother really warning the stuff up much. I informed the staff/cook and they remade the entire dish, thankfully the second time it came to my table nice and properly hot. So, thus far, I was not impressed It was a slow day there, my wife and I were the only customers at the time. I think they were trying to conserve "resources" or something, heat must have been included in that. The owner said they didn't have any stew because they need to prepare that ahead of time and they don't want to waste it if they didn't have enough customers. I mean...yes logically that makes sense, but on the other hand, it doesn't make the place very inviting when you are nickle and diming, when you do that, trust me the customers notice, and they won't be back."

"Happen to be sitting nearby the previous reviewer... Really a plate of potatoes? You obviously do not know what goes into preparing the dish. And by the way the ambience is perfect for an Irish Bistro. Dinner was great, the service was quick, drinks were perfect and loved the interaction with the owner was spot on."

"I’ve only eaten here once, but my experience was awesome! The food was so fresh and delicious and presented hot and timely! Our favorite was the shepherds pie which was loaded with delicious whipped potatoes and topped with golden melted cheese! We will be back to try some more authentic Irish food!"

"I came here about a week ago with a friend during COVID when restaurants are having to adapt to a new protocol for running their business. We were seated outside on the street in front of the Elsinore. There were about five other tables with customers and the owner was very attentive to us all. And honestly just hilarious. It felt like being in the tv show Cheers. She bantered and chatted with all the customers while we waited for our food. My friend ordered the shepherd's pie and I ordered the Dublin doodle (Irish sausage, bacon, potato, and carrots cooked in Guinness). The servings were huge! The owner said that all of her food was fresh and made to order and it definitely tasted that way. I would have recommended either dish as they were both awesome. I took half of mine home and it was even better the next day as the flavors had more time to marinade with each other. I like having places like this in Salem with unique food offerings and the owner bringing her culture to our community. I would definitely go back."