A tip of the cap to Oregon State fans: Great work on reaching a restaurant and bar consensus and including amusing and insightful remarks about your choices.

Got to admit: I've never stayed in Corvallis even when I've covered a Beavers game (or visited practice). I always stayed in Portland or (sorry about this) Eugene. Biggest reason: No Marriott.

But after reading your notes, I'm at least going to plan on grabbing a meal -- and perhaps a toddy -- on my next trip.

Away we go.

Oregon State

Restaurants

Local Boyz Hawaiian Cafe
Brandon from Albany, Ore., writes: If anyone from Beaver-nation suggests any other place, just remind them of Local Boyz and they will change their answer! It's a statewide landmark and a campus staple. P.S. This is all coming from a huge Duck fan.
Michael from Corvallis writes: The biggest endorsement for Local Boyz comes from the many Hawaiian and islander students (and student-athletes) that pack the place.
Nicholas from Troutdale, Ore., writes: I was told about this place by all the seniors. I have been addicted ever since... My favorite visit was a few years ago, when I sat at a table with Ken Simonton.

American Dream Pizza
Mr. Deeter from Silverton, Ore., writes: They have a location across the street from campus, and also one downtown. The downtown location has a cozy bar and rooftop seating. Both locations have a great beer selection (you'll have to go downtown for amazing cocktails), and the best pizza I've had on the west coast.
Heller from Tacoma writes: I know, it's a cliche to pick a pizza place in a small college town. but once you've had it you will be hooked (Just ask President Obama) fresh ingredients, light fluffy dough, a wide selection of toppings and beers. But if you go on game day go early...the line is out the door and around the block.

Flat Tail Brewery
Cory from Corvallis writes: They have great beer, they brew beer on site, serve burgers, sandwiches, ribs, and for the health conscience, fish and chips. The decor is OSU both current and retro and about 8-10 flat screens. Perfect place to have a microbrew, eat a burger, and watch the Beavs take down TCU!!

Block 15
Dan from Corvallis writes: This is a local brewery on 3rd Street that serves burgers, pasta, delicious pulled-pork, seafood, etc. The beers are great: I like the Nebula Stout. Block 15 opened a few years ago and is a big local favorite. They've also got darts, shuffleboard, TVs, live music, etc.

Squirrels
Daren from Guatemala City, Guatemala writes: The Squirrel burger is magical.
Fludrick from Seattle writes: I am especially fond of the deviled eggs.

McMenamins (two locations)

Murphys
Ryan from Corvallis writes: Perhaps the best steak in town, strong sports knowledge, and fun employees and patrons. Every time I go there I have a great time.
Nite life

The Crowbar (under 30; added bonus, it's connected to American Dream Pizza)
Dan from Corvallis writes: Best cocktails in town, super-cool bartenders

Sancho's (under 30)

Impulse (under 30)

Bombs Away (under 30)
Jonathan from Corvallis writes: Makes very strong drinks and has a daily special. Monday $2 margaritas, Tuesday $2 micro brews, Wednesday $2 wells, Thursday $5 long islands and i'm not sure what the rest are, but this lineup helps me to get through my toughest weeks, and it is close enough to campus, i can stop by and get a drink in between classes.

Clodfelter's or Clods (under/over 30)
Josh from Kansas City writes: Located across the street from campus and about a 5 minute walk from the stadium, Clod's has great late night food, the best bartenders in town and a top of the line game day (and night) atmosphere. Plus, after closing time you can hop across the street to the Circle K for munchies and Gatorade to try to make your morning not suck as bad.

Top of the Cock/The Peacock (under 30)
Doug from Corvallis writes: The cock has been the dump of choice that serves good bloody's and a gut-lining greasy breakfast on game days for decades. Back in the day you could watch head coach Joe Avezzano play his guitar and pick up coeds on Friday nights before games. You can travel the world and meet OSU alums and the first question in the conversation will be "Is the Peacock still standing".

Tailgaters (under 30)

The Cantina (under 30)

El Presidente (under 30)

Comments: Just about everybody loves Local Boyz and American Dream. Both places were named at least 25 times. I think Stephen Paea waxed poetic with me about Local Boyz once during a chat. The connection between American Dream and Crowbar strikes me as a really, really good thing. I also gather from your notes that Clodfelters and The Peacock are Corvallis institutions. And the Pac-10 blog loves institutional drinking. Er, thinking! I meant thinking. Is it just me or would an amble down Monroe Avenue produce promising results if an Adventurer were trying to touch base with the true spirit of Corvallis?