MÄS

Drop everything and get to Ashland ASAP to dine at MÄS. I am a food inspired traveler, and have spent the past 10 years of my life exploring every corner of the USA and the world for the best dining experiences. I have dined at many 1, 2, and 3 Michelin starred (and many unstarred) restaurants on 5 continents (Australia isn't covered by a Michelin guide), and without a doubt MÄS is one of my all time favorite meals. Washington and Oregon state also are not covered by a Michelin guide, so one begins to wonder, are Michelin stars even relevant? Because MÄS would definitely have some stars if it were possible. Every dish was a perfect bomb of umami (excluding dessert) that left nothing to be desired. Josh has put so much thought and creativity into amplifying and blending all of the multi faceted and intricate flavors and textures (I've never had crunchy seaweed in a soup before!) The Hokkaido scallop made me teary eyed, and it is almost impossible for me to be impressed. Something about the intimacy of a small group at a chef's counter definitely stirs my soul, and I am going to continue to seek out experiences like this. Oh, and, Josh has better taste in wine than anyone I've ever met. I'm already dreaming of the day I get to come back.

One of, if not the best restaurant in Southern Oregon that also happens to be exploring food from multiple interesting perspectives. Sourcing locally for many of the ingredients, awesome things you won’t easily find in Manhattan or Napa. A real treat, carefully curated by the chef and the amazing team.

Our best friends treated us to MAS recently. It was our first time there.
Hands down the most memorable and amazing dining experience to date.
Starting with the freshest oysters all the way to the finish, each course burst with flavor. Dependant on a few simple ingredients, prepared so artfully, each bite is an education in what is possible when a skilled craftsman is at the helm.
Looking forward to experiencing MAS again in the future!

Josh is an amazing chef, visionary and an embracer of all things local and fresh. So impressed with the dining experience tonight as well as the wine pairing selections. We've eaten at Thomas Keller’s French Laundry and this is a far better experience from the food offerings to intimacy!

If you can imagine the pure, uninhibited joy you felt as a child the very first time you tasted something like potato chips or ice cream...at Mas, I had the opportunity to re-experience that utter delight as an adult. I am a self-trained chef and I love food to the depths of my soul. Yet I experienced depths of flavor the likes of which I could not have conceived before tonight.

Quite simply, if you can afford to eat here...do! If you can't afford it, save up the money to make it an especial treat. Either way, you will not regret the experience!