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One of Eugene’s longest‑running restaurants just made a homecoming with altitude. Poppi’s Greek Taverna has reemerged under its original name and taken an upstairs spot at 5th Street Public Market, promising familiar flavors with a refreshed setting. For longtime Eugene diners, the story is about continuity—what stayed, what changed, and why now.
After serving a final meal at 992 Willamette on Sept. 28, 2025, the team reopened in early October at 296 E. 5th Ave., Suite 220 (second floor), returning to an all‑Greek identity and the original name first used in 1977 by founder Poppi Cottam. Hours: Tue–Thu 11:30 a.m.–9 p.m. (dinner from 5); Fri–Sun 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m. and 5–10 p.m.; closed Mon. Reservations: 541‑343‑9661. The dining room overlooks the fountain at the 5th Street Public Market…