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Chef Kari Shaughnessy’s new restaurant, Hayward, is rooted in local farming and purveying; cultivated through fermentation, whole animal butchery, and sourdough; and flavored by the stories of her life and travels. It is best enjoyed when shared at a table full of plates, drinks, and friends.
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Address: 209 N Kutch St, Carlton, OR 97111
Phone: (503) 687-3605
Website: http://haywardrestaurant.com/
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Reviews
Carlie Penning
I’ve been wanting to try Hayward since moving to Oregon, finally got the chance and it was a lovely meal! Not the standout I was expecting, but very solid. Overall, we enjoyed the food and the ambience of the restaurant is beautiful. Ordered the sourdough bread, fried rice, cauliflower, waffle with chanterelles, and smoked potatoes. It may be due to what we ordered, but our only negative was that everything felt a little too heavy — the fried rice was very oily, the cauliflower was heavy on the cheese sauce, and the potatoes felt overly wet with tomato jam. Great flavors, but wished I could taste more of the main ingredient vs the sauces or oils. I’d definitely return, but might ask for more specific descriptions of the menu items before ordering as they weren’t quite what we expected!
… moreEmanuele Pagani
Absolutely phenomenal experience at Hayward! From the moment we walked in, the staff was warm, welcoming, and incredibly knowledgeable. The space has a cozy, inviting charm that fits perfectly with the small-town feel of Carlton.
The food? Incredible. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented. The seasonal ingredients really shine—fresh, vibrant, and full of flavor. We did the “Kickback” tasting menu and loved the family-style approach. Favorites included the sesame focaccia with koji butter and a perfectly balanced pasta with dandelion pesto.
Wine pairings were spot on, and it’s clear they care deeply about local sourcing and sustainability, which we appreciated.
This place is a gem. A must-visit if you’re anywhere near wine country. Can’t wait to come back once their new space is fully up and running!
… moreThe food? Incredible. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented. The seasonal ingredients really shine—fresh, vibrant, and full of flavor. We did the “Kickback” tasting menu and loved the family-style approach. Favorites included the sesame focaccia with koji butter and a perfectly balanced pasta with dandelion pesto.
Wine pairings were spot on, and it’s clear they care deeply about local sourcing and sustainability, which we appreciated.
This place is a gem. A must-visit if you’re anywhere near wine country. Can’t wait to come back once their new space is fully up and running!
Chase Baker
Oh man, we were really expecting more of a farm-to-table experience when we went in; fresh, vibrant, herbaceous dishes with a few richer ones to round it out. Instead, it leaned more heavy: things like confit leeks, shrimp sautéed in oil and drizzled with brown butter, then blanketed in lardo, short ribs that taste more like straight pork belly. We were hoping for a more balanced Fall menu when we did the ‘kick back’ something that highlighted winter squash, root vegetables, and other seasonal ingredients in a more delicate, nuanced way. The bread was good but was a rustic sourdough loaf and has no business being called a focaccia. The best thing about the dinner was the beautiful drive through the valley. The service was acceptable, nothing extraordinary. I would not recommend this restaurant.
… moreSteve Reed
Was anxious to try this place after reading it was one of the top 45 restaurants in the country. There were three of us dining and we decided to order and share the whole menu. It’s not a big menu and the waitress thought it wouldn’t be too much. It was a bit too much towards the end and that probably because it started with a very dense focaccia. It was good but to do over again we would have skipped that dish. Also would have skipped the pickled vegetables and the potatoes. Again, not they weren’t good but not as good as the other dishes. The trout and pork chop entrees were delicious. Sadly we were so full by the time they came that we only got to try a bite for the flavor and took the rest home (which isn’t a terrible thing). The pasta dish was also stellar.
The service was excellent and the staff so friendly and nice. It’s a great place to eat. Not sure if I would rank it in the top 45 restaurants in the country but still quite good and worth trying.
… moreThe service was excellent and the staff so friendly and nice. It’s a great place to eat. Not sure if I would rank it in the top 45 restaurants in the country but still quite good and worth trying.
Graham M
Hayward is a standout restaurant in Carlton, Oregon that reflects the best of the Willamette Valley—hyper-seasonal, locally sourced, and deeply thoughtful. They’ve moved into a new space and simply said it’s a work of art. Go see it for yourself.
The menu changes weekly, driven by what’s fresh and available from nearby farms, which keeps every visit unique and grounded in place and time. Their use of fermentation is subtle but powerful, adding layers of depth and character that show real technique and care. You can taste the intention behind every dish. Hayward isn’t just serving local food—it’s interpreting the valley through food. A must-visit.
I recommend never skipping their house made focaccia. It’s to die for!
… moreThe menu changes weekly, driven by what’s fresh and available from nearby farms, which keeps every visit unique and grounded in place and time. Their use of fermentation is subtle but powerful, adding layers of depth and character that show real technique and care. You can taste the intention behind every dish. Hayward isn’t just serving local food—it’s interpreting the valley through food. A must-visit.
I recommend never skipping their house made focaccia. It’s to die for!
Kimberly Kiernan
Excellent dinner here while on a girls trip to the valley. We opted for the “kick back” dining experience where the chef sends out family style tasting dishes for everyone to try. The whole table must opt in for this option. We enjoyed everything we got. I would highly recommend this option as we got to try way more this way.
The cocktail menu is sparse but they have a full bar and make excellent cocktails. I opted for a classic Aviation and my companion a Gimlet. We both high enjoyed our drinks. Having already been to 5 vineyards, the cocktails were a nice break.
Our service was excellent, and we enjoyed the restaurant within a market feel. It was fun and rustic but also elevated.
If you’re in the area, this should be a must eat stop. But check the hours as they are only open a few nights a week.
… moreThe cocktail menu is sparse but they have a full bar and make excellent cocktails. I opted for a classic Aviation and my companion a Gimlet. We both high enjoyed our drinks. Having already been to 5 vineyards, the cocktails were a nice break.
Our service was excellent, and we enjoyed the restaurant within a market feel. It was fun and rustic but also elevated.
If you’re in the area, this should be a must eat stop. But check the hours as they are only open a few nights a week.
Tay R
Surprisingly disappointing experience at Hayward. I do not recommend the “kickback” option, as everything we received over the six courses was already on the menu, in smaller portions than the menu items, and cost more than if we had ordered the menu items individually (~$150 compared to $168 for the kickback option for two).
On top of that, the two menu items that we were actually interested in were left out of the 6 course meal (the bone marrow and the clam linguine). Instead, we were served multiple courses of salads and a main course of boiled chicken breast.
For dessert, we were served burnt baklava (pictured).
Cocktail options were limited but I enjoyed them, my wife however did not.
Service staff were exceptional, and the atmosphere was acceptable.
… moreOn top of that, the two menu items that we were actually interested in were left out of the 6 course meal (the bone marrow and the clam linguine). Instead, we were served multiple courses of salads and a main course of boiled chicken breast.
For dessert, we were served burnt baklava (pictured).
Cocktail options were limited but I enjoyed them, my wife however did not.
Service staff were exceptional, and the atmosphere was acceptable.
Brad Jones
Very unique meal at heyward. We very dish was beautiful prepared with a great attention to detail. Dan Dan noodles were definitely a favorite along with the sesame focaccia bread.
… moreAmanda Pendergraft
5/5, 10/10- Hayward knocks it out of the park! Food is served family style and portions are great. It is paced perfectly. My husband and I managed to make a reservation same day. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable and service was fantastic! We ordered focaccia bread, corn pannise, braised cabbage and chitarra pasta for dinner. For dessert, we split the cake and herbal tea. We were satisfied and impressed with all of it! Don’t sleep on this place, definitely check it out!
… moreAlena Morgan
This place was worth all the hype! The staff is so welcoming and friendly, providing an approachable 5 star experience. Great wine list with prices to accommodate everyone, the staff is very helpful and knowledgeable with the wine as well and helped us pick out the perfect bottle. We did the ‘kick back’ option on the menu, they were amazing at accommodating our dietary restrictions. I never felt like I had to have the same thing twice because of my allergy and everything they brought out was unique fresh and flavorful. Still dreaming about the scallop crudo!
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