So nice to have a place where dairy and allergens are not a consideration. The big pink smoothie was pretty good, the Berry bar out of the case was fantastic. My waffles were OK, I wish they had arrived more warm. Husband's avocado toast was delicious and it truly tasted like it wasn't an allergy approved bread! Price was a little higher than it seemed it needed to be. Staff was friendly and pretty quick turn around for food. read more

Bastion - Sweet potato and acorn waffles - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Healthy | friendly staff | Allergy friendly So happy to have found this place! I feel so seen at this allergy friendly spot: gluten free, dairy free, refined sugar free, and seed oil free! That is rare! Come here to eat healthy real food. It's a cute little cafe where you order first and then sit down. Bus your table after. The staff is friendly and their menu is excellent! I had a hard time picking what to eat, but I ended up going with the salmon salad. The person at the front said their popular items are the waffles and borscht. Both sound delicious, so maybe I'll try it next time. Their menu is unique and not the usual selection on a lunch menu, like a deli sandwich. Every plate is presented beautifully too. They put my large salmon salad on a bed of lettuce and topped it with beets, pomegranate, a radish, and what looked like flower petals/buds. I saved 1/4 of my lunch to-go. My husband had their salmon hash with potatoes, and let me tell you, that egg on top looked delicious. I saw some other folks ordering that, so it seems like a popular item on the menu too. We also ordered the matcha latte with coconut milk and the Bastion pink latte. Bastion pink latte is tasty and healthy (beets, cherry, maple syrup, ginger, and substituted with coconut milk). No caffeine though! I loved my matcha latte because it wasn't too bitter and not too sweet (I had honey for sweetener), but it was creamy and delicious with the coconut milk. The salmon is excellent, not too smokey. read more

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Somehow I've been here 3 times and don't have ant pictures and still haven't left a review! One of my friends is celiac and another is vegan so this is a great spot for folks with specific diets. Their food is also great! I usually get the side vegetable hash with an egg but I've also had the breakfast sandwich. My boyfriend got the mushroom biscuits and gravy recently and it was amazing. Great matcha too! Only docking a star because their pastries are pretty dry. I get that they are vegan and gluten free so maybe I just have a bad threshold for that. Seating is also pretty limited inside - when it's warmer out it's not a huge issue but I waited for at least 20-30 mins this weekend to sit inside and there's not really a great place to wait. The staff threw in a few free pastries and were really kind about it. I'll keep coming here though! It's a great middle ground for my friends with special diets. read more

What a cool place. I met a friend here for a late lunch on a weekday and I was surprised how busy it was. We ordered at the counter and the service was helpful and friendly. The acorn waffles were delicious and the chicken salad wasn't bad. I was happy they had sparkling wine on offer as well as some intriguing hot beverages. Also, it is gluten free! I'll be able to return with friends who need that option. read more

Bastion - Sparkling Rose - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Came to Bastion on the Friday after Thanksgiving with my sister. My sister has known she's had celiac since she was little - and I naturally steer towards a gluten free diet. I got the: * Energizing Matcha Latte w/ coconut milk and honey - amazing. Good quality matcha - no upset tummy * Salmon Salad / half pint: deliciously shredded Salmon, a light and fueling oil dressing blend, pumpkin seeds, celery - very good, very fueling! I didn't have my sisters food / she did love the fried chicken just didn't vibe with the flavor profiles of the waffle and the side addition of bell peppers read more

Bastion - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Amazing! The food is so fresh, the ingredients are high quality, the GF bread is incredible and they were even sweet enough to bring out some salmon for our dog. It's a very small establishment so you may be waiting awhile for your food or to find a place to sit, but it is 100% worth the wait. Highly recommend! read more

Bastion - Breakfast sandwich, salmon hash, acorn waffle - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Favorite brunch in Portland! Love that you don't have to worry about many allergens (all gluten, dairy, and seed oil free!) and that the meals are balanced to provide plenty of veggies and protein (founded by a nutritionist!). The flavors are there too!! The acorn and sweet potato waffles are my favorite on the menu along with the pink latte. I've also tried their chicken soup and smoked salmon bagel-- both were amazing! The only thing that would make it better would be if the side salad dressing had more acidity or saltiness-- it was mostly oil, like it wasn't mixed well. Service is great, outdoor seating is nice, food is amazing. I'll be back a million times. read more

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Awesome spot for those with chronic illness or food restrictions. They have grain free bread options!

Just one foot in the door is all it takes to know that this is a place of Goodness. I came here for the Salmon Hash and it was just as good as I'd hoped for. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Service was super friendly. Now one of my favorite breakfast spots! read more

Bastion - Salmon Hash - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Cozy little spot feels like the epitome of Portland with friendly vibes, charming baked goods behind glass, freshly made chicken broth to take home, gluten free everything, and seasonal harvest ingredients. read more

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I was in this place when it was satellite dream pizza. Has the same comfortable, welcoming vibes now as then, and that probably has to do more with the people here than the place itself, bastian is gluten-, dairy- and a few other things free; largely vegan/vegetarian but they have meat and eggs. I like this approach, focusing on food allergies while leaving the rest of the food field open. These folks are committed to what they serve, offering loaves of their own gluten free breads. I had the fried chicken sandwich, looked small but filling, crispy and moist chicken, and hte side salad so fresh and iceberg-free. Friendly service, very good coffee and berry crumble. read more

Bastion - fried chicken sand with beautiful salad - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I was really impressed with Bastion, their menu and dessert case were a representation of their cool atmosphere and typical busy weekend line. The gluten-free bakery has great breads, buns (as proven on my fried chicken sandwich) and cookies (the samoas Girl Scout cookie elevated recreation). The winter bowl was deliciously creative and the salad that came with my lovely chicken thigh was bright and well curated. I look forward to coming back! Good hot sauce too! Thx read more

Cool cafe built into an old house on the North end of Sellwood... awesome vibe and excellent food. Had the salmon salad, and my partner had the gazpacho. Both were excellent and came with this amazing bread baked locally.... bought a loaf and ate as toast for a few days as well. Great spot. Would be perfect if they had wifi (cell signal is terrible inside for some reason). read more

Bastion - Gazpacho - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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This 100% gluten free spot is an amazing lunch choice. Employees are super friendly and seating is plentiful when the weather is warm enough to sit outdoors. I got the fried chicken sandwich. The seeded bread had such good texture and the chicken was crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. I also got a berry smoothie and it was alright but I'm also not a huge fan of banana and that is the base for all of their smoothies. read more

Bastion - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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A bright and light space with limited seating and a patio outside. I'd go earlier if you can to try and snag a coveted inside table. The service was lovely and they explained everything beautifully. You order at the counter and then find a seat. You can even buy some of the amazing bread there too! The sand which I had was on some hearty bread and came with a gorgeous light salad. The root vegetables dish was incredible. We got some dill aioli on the side and it really ramped it up. Looking forward to returning and trying their waffles! read more

Bastion - The prettiest at breakfast Sammich there ever was - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This place is sooooooo good! Everything is gluten and dairy free and has grain-free options as well! I'm always looking for restaurants that have GF/DF options that taste good, and this was hands down one of the bests I've experienced! Also the staff were so friendly and helpful when ordering which made the experience even more enjoyable. Beautiful space and I usually don't comment on the music but they had some really good music playing the entire time we were there lol. I went with a big group and even the few people who weren't GF/DF really enjoyed their meals too! 10/10 and would highly recommend! read more

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I've been to Bastion a few times now and am always impressed by the quality delicious food that leaves me feeling energised and overall great! read more

Came here with family and the food was excellent. My cousin is gluten free and dairy free so this was the perfect spot to go. We each got something so we could all share, my mom got the French toast and my aunt and I shared the breakfast sando. The French toast was so delicious and I loved the addition of fresh fruit. The breakfast sando was super fresh with veggies on top and a runny egg. The salad was very refreshing too. Before we left my cousin bought a ton of bread to take home. Overall I really enjoyed this spot and would definitely come back! read more

Great Service, High quality foods. I have food allergies and they accommodate really well here! Highly recommend their Turmeric Chai Tea, delicious. read more

Id love to have given Bastion 3.5 stars. The service was great and incredibly friendly. The food and drinks looked amazing but the flavor was mixed. Highly recommend the pink latte, chicory and dandelion latte, and wild salmon bowl. 5 stars on all those. The fried chicken sandwich tasted good but was not worth the mess of the very soggy bottom bun. The pumpkin curry was fine but nothing special. I'd recommend it though. Fresh ingredients generally done well. read more

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Bastion has delicious food! Not to mention the intention that goes into it-- from presentation but most importantly, content. The owner is a nutritionist and it's so nice going somewhere that I can easily find food for clean eating and don't have to worry about my dietary restrictions. read more

Came for breakfast on the weekend. Husband and I were waiting in line to order. While we waited a table inside became available so I grabbed the table and my husband stayed in line to order. A minute after I sat down an employee came over and told me I couldn't sit there because I didn't order anything. I explained that my husband was in line and about to order. The employee again said I had to leave the table because someone else wanted it and they ordered. I didn't argue, I just got up and we left. So the seating isn't really self-service if someone else wants your table even though you are already sitting there. read more

Food was delicious, but the price tag was high! Be prepared to spend here. I will say, the salad was very tasty and the way that the salmon was cooked left the most deliciously crispy salmon skin I have ever had. This place is very open and full of natural light, a great spot for a casual date or to catch up with a friend. read more

Bastion - Salmon filet on top of local kale and cabbage salad - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

What went well? Everything! Amazing interactions with the team that works here, so friendly and nice. I enjoyed a golden chai and sweet potato waffle while my partner had a fried chicken sandwich. Everything was so fresh and delicious. I tried a bite of the chicken sandwich and now I'll need to go back to get my own. read more

You get in line and order the food and drinks at the hostess station. You grab your number and find a seat. This was a busy place around lunch time on a Sunday. So you will have to wait a few. But the food and drinks were very tasty and a great value. The wooden ambiance adds to the healthy meals. There is also outside seating available. We will be back and try their desserts as well. read more

Bastion - Smoked Salmon Bagel - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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This restaurant is my dream come true-- 100% gluten free, dairy free, and refined sugar free (GF/DF), organic, sustainable, farm-focused, and seasonal with a focus on food as medicine. The restaurant is nutritionist-owned, and you can taste the intentionality and purpose in each bite. *They do NOT use seed oils!!!!* There is a wide variety of fun, fresh dishes available for dine-in or takeaway, along with a deli with grab/go items and fresh pastries. There are no espresso-based drinks, but there is drip coffee and amazing matcha for your caffeine needs. There truly is something for everyone, and you will leave feeling nourished and fueled for your day. I recommend planning your visit in the morning or after the lunch rush unless you want a wait. The inside is quite small, but there is a heated patio. Sometimes you can call and order take way. Recommendation for the restaurant- I'd love the option to sub the side salad with a different side, preferably something warming. I personally do not tolerate raw foods during the cold months. :) read more

Bastion - Grain Free Avocado Toast + 2 eggs + matcha - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

As a gluten free and dairy free person, this meal was everything I could have asked for. The drinks, the food, the vibes, everything was on point. The food also healthy and nourishing with decent portions and a variety or options. I had the smoked salmon bagel and would highly recommend!! read more

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This is the best restaurant that I have been to in a long time! I literally wanna try every single thing on the menu. I went there for three days straight. I will be going there every single time I'm in Portland. Thank you for creating this restaurant. I wish there were more restaurants like you!! read more

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The location of this place is so convenient, I love the outside seating area. The twinkle lights on the patio roof are really cute. The service was quick and staff was nice. We felt like the food was a little bland, but all the gluten free options made it kinda worth it. Our drinks were delicious though. read more

Bastion - Breakfast Sandwich - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Bastion - OHHHHH Bastion! Where do we even begin? Lovely lil gem on the south side of Portland. The ambiance and space is lovely. The inside of the restaurant is small, not a place for a large groups to eat indoors. You will likely have to wait for a table or sit outside if you are coming on the weekend. The deck and outdoor spaces are lovely but alas, the bugs have discovered. We ended up moving tables two times running from the flies. There is no table service beyond them delivering the food to your table. Food is fine but quite unique. If you're looking for a standard all-American classic breakfast, probably not the place to go... many items are quite unique with some unusual ingredients. It was a nice experience but not what I usually seek for a menu. The prices were quite high, not feeling that it was worth the expense. The staff was nice. Little details matter and this place could truly be amazing. read more

Bastion - Winter Harvest Bowl - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Very yummy vegan GF smoked salmon on bagel! And sticky apple muffin and hot chocolate mushroom drink also delish!

The BEST gluten free bread in Portland. It is dense but in a special way that isn't heavy. So flavorful and the density allows it to be sliced ultra thin which I appreciate. The sweet treats are delicious and the few times I have had lunch here everything slapped. RIP Fallows Rest Wild- got a chance to have dinner at their, now gone, farm to table sit down restaurant and it was amazing. Support these folds they are doing great stuff! Also if you want a softer textured gluten free bread their brioche buns are phenomenal read more

Really great lunch and friendly staff. The turmeric chai chicken salad was so good that I came home and tried to re-create it. The same night. Theirs is much better. Cherry little cafe. read more

Stopped in for breakfast before catching a flight out of town. It wasn't the smartest idea as it took around 30-45 to get our food. My wife has celiacs disease and our friend is soy intolerant, so this is the perfect restaurant for them. It's a small operation with one person cooking and another for expo. It was busy and we had to wait 20 minutes for a table to sit 4 to open up. BUT, when our plates came out, they were plated beautifully. Everyone loved their dishes and was happy we tried it out. If you have food allergies or just want to have a healthy unique meal, this place is a must. Just give yourself some time to hang out and sip on a coffee. read more

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SHOCKINGLY DELICIOUS I got the salmon bagel and my fiance had the spring harvest bowl. At first I was going to skip out and I'm so glad I didn't. Farm to table kind of vibe, owned and perfectly made by a nutritionist. MUST VISIT read more

An establishment that has clearly built its reputation on beautiful, delicious food that just happens to be gluten-free. Also offering some vegan and/or dairy free options. I had a salmon bagel that was with all house made bagel, cashew cream cheese and smoked salmon. Come early on the weekends if you want waffl They also sell baked loaves of bread to go. read more

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Charming restaurant for healthy bites in the heart of Sellwoood. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, good music playing, and friendly staff. We stopped here after kayaking and it was just what we needed to refuel. I had a smoothie and a salmon bowl, and both were delicious. They have a lot of gluten free options too if that's your jam. Portions were a bit small for the price, so it was helpful to get an entree and smoothie in the same sitting. read more

Bastion - Latte and cookie - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Hugely popular. Always a crowd. But it's worth going to sellwood to experience bastion. The items in the bakery are amazing. We've been multiple times and it's been exceptional every time. Parking is easy and the service is friendly. read more

One of my top two favorite restaurants we found this last trip to Portland. I wholeheartedly believe in exactly all they believe in (food as medicine, gluten free, dairy free and refined sugar free diet) so I was nervous to come here. Hoping it won't be disappointing. And it wasn't! From the stainless steel water samovar (container) to stainless steel cups to busing your own table ... to healthy food, healthy ingredients and delicious dishes. You got me! My girls got waffles made from sweet potatoes and fried chicken rolled in cassava batter. I got the specialty rice dish with mushrooms, sweet potatoes and it was so good! My husband got the tuna sandwich in gluten free bread. Respect for the hard work. So happy to find this gem. read more

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Allergy-Friendly AND Delicious -- Unicorn Status Achieved Finding a restaurant that works for my daughter's very long list of food allergies is like hunting for a unicorn. Enter Bastion: the magical creature of Portland dining. Seriously, my daughter has so many food allergies, it's almost a party trick at this point. And the best part? The food actually tastes amazing. Not "good for allergy food" amazing--just flat-out delicious. read more