Sofia's Guidebook

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Sofia's Guidebook

FOOD

A very cute & minimal brunch spot - it has a bit more of a urban feel than usual for Ashland. Everything is local & well sourced! We recommend the herbed eggs & the biscuit sandwich The oatmilk latte & mocha are 👌🏽
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Hither Coffee And Goods
376 E Main St
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A very cute & minimal brunch spot - it has a bit more of a urban feel than usual for Ashland. Everything is local & well sourced! We recommend the herbed eggs & the biscuit sandwich The oatmilk latte & mocha are 👌🏽
100% organic everything guaranteed ~ this is a pricey, though very high quality spot for a cold pressed juice, smoothie or salad. I know first hand because I worked here in the early days :) 3-4 lbs. Or fresh organic produce in every cup of juice!! Makes the $9 juice feel more with it. We recommend: Any of the juices! The waffle 🧇 Any smoothie bowl! Powerslide smoothie Glissade smoothie add 🍓 Southwest taco salad Any of the raw cheesecakes
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NW Raw Organic Juice Bar
370 E Main St
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100% organic everything guaranteed ~ this is a pricey, though very high quality spot for a cold pressed juice, smoothie or salad. I know first hand because I worked here in the early days :) 3-4 lbs. Or fresh organic produce in every cup of juice!! Makes the $9 juice feel more with it. We recommend: Any of the juices! The waffle 🧇 Any smoothie bowl! Powerslide smoothie Glissade smoothie add 🍓 Southwest taco salad Any of the raw cheesecakes
The best wood fired pizza! Ample patio space, lovely inside aesthetic, well sourced ingredients, locally owned by a sweet couple I went to school with, & a fantastic beer and wine selection ~ we love it!
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Clyde's Corner
4495 S Pacific Hwy
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The best wood fired pizza! Ample patio space, lovely inside aesthetic, well sourced ingredients, locally owned by a sweet couple I went to school with, & a fantastic beer and wine selection ~ we love it!
Our local organic food co-op :) Also has a big deli if you’re in need of some healthy food on the go
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Ashland Food Co-op
237 N 1st St
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Our local organic food co-op :) Also has a big deli if you’re in need of some healthy food on the go
If you like burgers.. These are grass fed and of superior quality with all the conveniences of fast food. I hear their milkshakes are delicious as well!
Flip
92 N Main St
If you like burgers.. These are grass fed and of superior quality with all the conveniences of fast food. I hear their milkshakes are delicious as well!
If you want a healthy, home cooked kinda meal, this is your spot. They have all sorts of bowls, soups and salads as well as our usual build-a-bowl. They also have a fantastic selection or gf and some vegan treats!
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Sauce
1640 Ashland St
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If you want a healthy, home cooked kinda meal, this is your spot. They have all sorts of bowls, soups and salads as well as our usual build-a-bowl. They also have a fantastic selection or gf and some vegan treats!
We mainly shop here as it’s often cheaper than the co-op & they still have a great selection of organic & local products!
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Ashland's Own Shop'n Kart
2268 Ashland St
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We mainly shop here as it’s often cheaper than the co-op & they still have a great selection of organic & local products!
A local secret is the cafe nestled in the upstairs of our local bookstore - Bloomsbury books. Mostly organic, the cafe offers up a cozy & homey feeling inside, with a lush and private patio outside. A sweet place to read, work, or have an early morning date :)
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Bloomsbury Books
290 E Main St
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A local secret is the cafe nestled in the upstairs of our local bookstore - Bloomsbury books. Mostly organic, the cafe offers up a cozy & homey feeling inside, with a lush and private patio outside. A sweet place to read, work, or have an early morning date :)
Best sushi in town 🍣
Sakana Co Ashland
145 E Main St
Best sushi in town 🍣
Alchemy makes for a lovely date with yourself, a friend or your lover ~ beautiful outdoor space & low-lit, more city-like vibes inside with a fully stocked bar. The cocktails here are fabulous!
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Alchemy Restaurant and Bar
35 S 2nd St
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Alchemy makes for a lovely date with yourself, a friend or your lover ~ beautiful outdoor space & low-lit, more city-like vibes inside with a fully stocked bar. The cocktails here are fabulous!
Famous for big, hearty & delicious American breakfast 🥞
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Morning Glory Cafe Permanently closed
1149 Siskiyou Blvd
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Famous for big, hearty & delicious American breakfast 🥞
Mexican restaurant that been around for ages! We love their patio & margaritas :)
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Agave
5 Granite St
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Mexican restaurant that been around for ages! We love their patio & margaritas :)
Solid Tacos & great margaritas 🍓
Mezcal Restaurant and Bar
23 N Main St
Solid Tacos & great margaritas 🍓
Not amazing Mexican food, but they have a solid & cheap taco Tuesday! They are a good late night food place too
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Taqueria Picaro
76 N Pioneer St
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Not amazing Mexican food, but they have a solid & cheap taco Tuesday! They are a good late night food place too

COFFEE

Trendy little coffee shop known for its solid cup of coffee & yummy donuts (having previously been the location of the famed pucks donuts for years)
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Case Coffee Roasters
44 Lithia Way
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Trendy little coffee shop known for its solid cup of coffee & yummy donuts (having previously been the location of the famed pucks donuts for years)
Probably our favorite coffee spot because of their ethos ~ 100% organic & fair trade. I went through their coffee training for a previous job ~They are meticulous & passionate about coffee & it shows!
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Noble Coffee Roasting
281 4th St
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Probably our favorite coffee spot because of their ethos ~ 100% organic & fair trade. I went through their coffee training for a previous job ~They are meticulous & passionate about coffee & it shows!
Mix has been around for ages and is well known for their pastries. If your looking for a beverage and a well made pastry, mix won’t let you down :)
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Mix Bakeshop
57 N Main St
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Mix has been around for ages and is well known for their pastries. If your looking for a beverage and a well made pastry, mix won’t let you down :)

THRIFT

Though not the cheapest, I have found a lot of amazing finds at Avant 🧡
Avant Garb
397 E Main St
Almost like an indoor flee market, there are a lot of small stalls to peruse and explore! If you like thrift if and finding treasure, you’ll love this spot!
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Ashland Artisan Emporium
1670 Ashland St
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Almost like an indoor flee market, there are a lot of small stalls to peruse and explore! If you like thrift if and finding treasure, you’ll love this spot!

OUTDOORS

This park is magic. Go explore!
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Lithia Park
Winburn Way
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If the lake hasn’t disappeared from the blistering summer sun, this is a sweet place to picnic, paddle board, & kayak. Super close to town!
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Emigrant Lake
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If the lake hasn’t disappeared from the blistering summer sun, this is a sweet place to picnic, paddle board, & kayak. Super close to town!
My favorite hike close to town in Ashland!
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Oredson Todd Woods
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My favorite hike close to town in Ashland!
A good & reasonably easy hike with phenomenal views of The Valley. Good for kids!
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Hobart Bluff Hiking Trail
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A good & reasonably easy hike with phenomenal views of The Valley. Good for kids!