Food Scene: Eugene Welcomes New Pizzerias, Candy Store & Campus Eats

Eugene is set to welcome a variety of new dining options in the coming months. Here’s a look at what’s on the horizon:

Mountain Mike’s Pizza is expanding into Eugene. Established in 1978 in Palo Alto, California, the chain now boasts 300 locations across the western United States. Oregon locations currently include Roseburg,Grants Pass,Klamath Falls,two in Medford and one in Salem. A building permit application reveals the company is pursuing space at 1079 Valley River Way in units A and B. Dickie Jo’s is located in unit C. Dickie Yo’s frozen yogurt shop,currently in unit B,is relocating to the event space within Dickie Jo’s. Unit A, previously a Subway, is currently vacant.

Sourdough & Co. bringing two locations to the area

Sourdough & Co. has announced two upcoming locations: one at 1079 Valley River Way in Eugene and another at 2820 Gateway St. in Springfield. The restaurant is known for its sandwiches, salads, and soups, and currently operates in Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Washington and Wisconsin, with an existing Oregon location in Medford.

Anne’s Chicago Pizza coming to Eugene

Anne’s Chicago Pizza announced on it

Shout! Candy Company opens in 5th Street Public Market

!Julie henning browses the bulk candy in 5th Street Market’s new candy shop, called Shout! Credit: Vanessa Salvia / Lookout Eugene-Springfield

Tony Atkinson, the owner of Candy Corral in Sisters, has opened Shout! candy Company upstairs in the Eateries area of 5th Street Public Market.Atkinson told Lookout on opening day,October 10,that representatives from 5th Street Public Market reached out to him in the spring about expanding into a second location in Eugene. He chose the name Shout! to fit Eugene’s vibe and incorporated a collage theme with sports team pennants hanging on the walls.

“I’ve owned the store in Sisters for about five years, but about 12 years prior to that, I started falling in love with the whole candy idea,” Atkinson said. “There’s about 6,000 different candies.… I just kind of keep my ears open and find out what people like.”

The store features trendy items such as pickle-flavored cotton candy and lil’ Nitro gummies for those who like the hottest candies out there (9 million Scoville units!). He also stocks Dubai chocolate bars and angel hair chocolate bars, wich rose to fame earlier in the year. The store also includes a large section of bulk candies including gummies and taffy, chocolate bars, and a dedicated Harry Potter merchandise area.

“There’s a little bit of everything for everybody,” Atkinson said.

Eateries at 5th Street Public Market
296 E.5th Ave.

The Annex to open on campus

Teased on Eugene Food Scene Updates: Kiva Anniversary & Starry bites’ New Location

The Kiva,a natural grocery store in downtown Eugene,is celebrating its 55th anniversary this month. Founded in 1970 as a bookstore – a history still reflected in its book selection alongside local organic produce – The Kiva originally resided within Scarborough Fair,alongside tenants like the Birkenstock Store,Golden Temple Foods,and Lazar and Rosie Makyadath (founders of Lazar’s Bazar and Shoeaholic). The store moved to its current location at the corner of West 11th Avenue and Olive Street in 1983.

Sweet Cheeks Winery has launched its third annual charitable Cheers campaign, inviting the public to help select a Lane County nonprofit to receive support. Voting is open now through October 17th, 2024. https://www.sweetcheekswinery.com/charitable-cheers

The Charitable Cheers program donates 100% of tasting fees collected during November and December to three local organizations. One nonprofit is chosen by sweet Cheeks Wine Club members, another by winery staff, and the final recipient is steadfast by public vote.

Sweet Cheeks Winery has already donated over $130,000 to community causes through Charitable Cheers and its ongoing partnership with the Motiv8 Foundation, a charitable institution founded by former University of Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota.https://motiv8foundation.org/

How to Vote:

Supporters can cast their vote for the public’s choice nonprofit at https://bit.ly/CharitableCheers2025. During November and December, visitors to Sweet Cheeks Winery who purchase a tasting flight will receive a token to directly support one of the three organizations. $5 donation tokens are also available for purchase.

past Beneficiaries:

In 2023, the Charitable Cheers campaign benefitted Burrito Brigade, CASA of Lane County, and Wiggly Tails Dog Rescue. https://burritobrigade.org/, https://casaoflane.org/, https://wigglytailsdogrescue.org/

Key Takeaways:

* What: Sweet Cheeks Winery’s Charitable Cheers campaign.
* When: Public voting open through October 17th, 2024; donations collected November & December.
* Where: Sweet Cheeks Winery, located in Eugene, Oregon, and online voting.
* Why: To support local Lane County nonprofits through 100% of tasting fee donations.
* How: Vote online or with a token received with a tasting flight purchase.

Sweet Cheeks Winery’s continued commitment to Charitable Cheers demonstrates a strong dedication to giving back to the Lane County community. The program provides vital funding for local organizations and encourages community involvement in supporting important causes.