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There's nothing quite like a romantic dinner beside a roaring fire -- the subtle smell of smoke in the air, the crackle and pop, the warmth the fire brings on a cold winter evening. What could be better? Sharing a bottle of great wine while you dine.
Fire and wine are on display nightly at Sybaris, a Northwest Eclectic Bistro in Historic Downtown Albany. The large fireplace is the centerpiece of the room -- a tall stack of wood always at the ready. Cross your fingers that you're seated at a nearby table, though there's not a bad seat in the house. A friendly staff makes you feel instantly welcome in the historic building with exposed brick walls.
With an extensive Northwest centered wine list, you're sure to find the perfect bottle to complement a dinner menu that changes monthly. The menu is built to take advantage of the freshest, most local ingredients available. Owner/Chef Matt Bennett buys directly from local farms.
 "Here in Albany, we're lucky enough to have many farmers and ranchers within a mile or so of the restaurant who sell to top Portland restaurants - so I like to think that I get first pick," Bennett said. "You will not get a tomato in January, nor will you get salmon once the wild Chinook are done for the year."
Consistently named Best Restaurant in the Mid-Valley, Sybaris is the place to eat, drink and stay warm by the fire this winter.
Within easy walking distance of Sybaris is The Pfeiffer Cottage Inn Bed and Breakfast. The Inn features a roaring outside fire pit where guests can enjoy a great pinot noir along with a roasted marshmallow – a perfect match! As an added bonus, you’re just steps away from your room when it’s time to retire for the evening!
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