Grilla Bites
226 east main st., 541-245-9802, (http://www.grillabites.com/). monday-friday: 7:30am - 8:30pm; saturday: 8:00am - 8:30pm; sunday: 8:00am - 6:00pm. organic grilled sandwiches, salads, soups, juice bar, coffee, and tea. open for breakfast, lunch dinner. vegetarian fare. $3-$10.
Porter's Restaurant
Very nice historic train station, converted into upscale dinner house. This restaurant features nightly specials, extensive local wine list, and exceptional steak and seafood options. Brunch is served seasonally on their gorgeous patio. The bar ambiance is unmatched.
Oh's Osaka
A local landmark, features fresh sushi and Japanese food prepared in an open teppanyaki-style restaurant. Family-owned and operated; first generation Korean and Japanese parents whose son works the sushi bar.
Vinny's Italian Kitchen
Cleverly disguised as a small cafe in an east Medford strip mall, but it turns out some of the best Italian food in the state. Small and humble you'll see Vinny himself in the kitchen most nights tossing pizza dough or tasting dishes, but well-decorated. Try any of their flat-crust pizzas or the excellent chicken marsala; the menu is very reasonably priced, and you can pick up meals to go.
Eddy's Old Fashioned Burgers
You can't get a burger like this anywhere else in the state - juicy, dripping with grease, and fresh off the grill. It's a cheap way to satisfy your lunch craving while encouraging the eventual heart attack. Very authentic and down-to-earth diner-style cafe near downtown.