Everything from arrival through departure was amazing at every step. The welcome cocktail, all ten…read morecourses with pairings, the service, the ambiance. Top notch across the board.

Googling for a hot new restaurant and I stumbled upon Wolf and I am so glad the fates led me here…read more Was able to make reservations via Opentable. Reservation confirmation said, that door opens at 6:30pm and dinner service starts at 7pm. Phew, I'm sometimes bad with predicting the traffic patterns, so that gives you a little cushion. AND I arrived at 6:30pm on the dot. Ha! Plenty of street parking, but I wasn't sure I was in the right place since there was no sign. But, the building's number is clearly marked. So I stepped inside. There was music playing from the back of the building and I just kept moving towards the music. After 2 doorways, my husband remarked it was like we were entering a speakeasy. We stepped into a living room and proceeded through another doorway to find an open kitchen and jaw dropping red alder dining table. Standing in the kitchen was Chef Riley Eckersley and he greeted us like we were old friends. He had a couple of cocktails ready to pour and explained his concept of his place that has only been open for 3 weeks. Imagine an intimate dinner party (6 guests the night I was there) gathering for conversation while being taken on a culinary journey around Oregon. Throughout the evening, every detail was carefully curated, from the ingredients (from the coast to the mountains, he covered every corner), to the plating, music, and drinks (everything from mezcal, sake, orange wine, etc). The whole experience lasts 2 1/2-3 hours and I enjoyed every minute. I will certainly return as the menu changes with the seasons of Oregon. We began the evening as strangers, and ended as close friends.

Went to threshold brewing off SE Stark. Didn't have a beer.didnt have water…read more Had gris gris Gumbo and the bread that was served with it. Nothing else. Used the utensils gris gris provided. Within two hours of getting home. Had stomach upset. Then diarrhea. Then vomited all the gumbo up. They need to know to use fresh ingredients and bring food up to temperature. Would go to threshold brewing again, but would never trust the food from guest cooks. Waste of money and ruined my evening. How Sad.

Gris Gris Kitchen makes the most sublime and delicious food. Authentic Louisianan flavors…read more Reasonable prices, excellent quality.

It's the BEST fried chicken I have ever had, the proportions are quite generous and the employees…read moreare all friendly and helpful. However, there is always a long line to wait in and the cost is a little more than I had anticipated (around $30 per person). Overall a solid 4-1/2 out of 5 for us.

The waffles were delicious! The praline bacon was so unusual and yummy! Service was timely and…read moreprofessional. We enjoyed the interaction with our server Dani who was friendly, helpful and attentive.

The freshness of the seafood was out of this world. In my honest opinion, their best dishes are the…read moreFlautas, Tostadas, and the sashimi. The flautas delivered an exceptional crunch with a lot of filling - alongside their lettuce and sauce that just made the dish amazing. The guacamole tostada was to die for. It's refreshing and very unique and complex in flavor. The sashimi was very fresh and beautifully presented. I think I could have lived without the Hokkaido Scallops and the Ceviche, but they were still fresh nonetheless.

Food is good but definitely not worth the wait and for what you pay. The line took about an hour…read moreto go through. Their beverage service seems to be a bit of a cluster as people wanted something while waiting so went to the bar inside which they initially served people but then they started telling people you couldn't order there so would need to wait in the hourish line again for something (ie if you wanted something after ordering your food or like a modelo cause they moved them all from the inside bar to the outside). Probably had the worst tasting Hazy ipa ever from their interior bar as they would only allow cans for the exterior after saying they wouldn't serve the exterior people (much of what they said didnt make much sense and seemed like they just couldnt handle doing that many orders although the interior was only a couple patrons). Took about 30 min to get food. They say they sell out but seems like they just put up the sign and post that on ig once the line length will take them to closing (ie about an hour to hour half line from 8pm). Foods good but seems poorly managed creating waits and wasn't really that busy compared to other places of similar menus.

Came here for Portland Dining Month and got the $35 and $55 course and thoroughly enjoyed!…read more The service was attentive and we felt very looked after. The waiter came by several times to check in on us and served each course right after we finished the previous course. The seafood was absolutely delicious and everything was seasoned to perfection. I probably wouldn't get the pork again because it was pretty dry but I would definitely come back to try more of their seafood offerings. The lemon curd peppercorn meringue was also delicious and was executed perfectly- such a unique combination.

I had this reservation saved for a while and finally made an RSVP for six on Friday, January 9,…read more2026 at 6:15pm to celebrate a childhood friend's birthday and our family's 30 years in the United States. We were genuinely excited and looking forward to a special evening. Unfortunately, the experience fell far short, especially given the price point and strong Yelp rating. The oxtail croquettes arrived cold, which was surprising for a fried item and set a disappointing tone early. The biggest issue was the hamachi crudo. It had a strong fishy smell with clear hints of ammonia and tasted far from fresh, bordering on spoiled. There was a lingering aftertaste that unfortunately affected everyone's palate for the rest of the meal. We sent it back due to quality concerns. My family and I grew up eating liver and mousse from our own family recipes and from many different culinary traditions. The chicken liver mousse here was creamy in texture but lacked depth and subtle sweetness, and tasted overly mineralized. It was the first chicken liver mousse I have ever not finished. The crab beignets were acceptable, though they could have used more crab. The accompanying sauce was well executed. The miso deviled eggs were tasty, and the anchovy add-on worked nicely. The Parisienne gnocchi, at $40, was not memorable and leaned heavily salty. Steak frites were standard, a dish that is generally hard to fumble. Unfortunately drinks. The shift in service after we sent back the hamachi was obviously uncomfortable and noticeable. The energy dramatically changed. There was little interest in engaging with our feedback. For a meal that totaled over $200, we left disappointed and still hungry. Portland offers many stronger dining options at this price point that deliver both quality and hospitality. Disappointing feels like an understatement. I am genuinely puzzled by the high rating based on the food quality and service we experienced. We will not be returning, nor would I recommend it based on this visit.

Thankful we went with WP for our caterer for our wedding. They were super responsive and open to…read moremaking customizations for our menu. Kym and team really took the feedback during out tasting and made adjustments for the second tasting we came in to closer to the date. They were great to work with throughout the process as we finalized other vendors and made adjustments. Thank you to the chefs and you better get the pilsner beef, squash apps, and all their desserts. Everything was a hit at our wedding and no leftovers for our desserts and snacks!

I've been fortunate enough to sample White Pepper's catering menu at several events in Portland…read moreover the last few years. Their food is incredible, but even more so, they really put a lot of love into their plating and presentation. I'm always impressed. I stopped by their public tasting room this evening (they're only open to the public for dinner Thursday evenings) and ordered the black and blue burger and Belgian fries. I'm still thinking about how delicious the burger was several hours later! The $15 burger was served in a basket with a generous portion of seasoned fries. The patty was blackened with a delicious blend of spices, and had the perfect amount of crunch with each bite. The blue cheese, bacon, aioli and arugala didn't overpower the burger - it was the star of the show! But everything combined resulted in the most delicious burger I've ever tasted! Nice work, White Pepper! The folks at White Pepper are always super friendly and accomodating, and their prices are in alignment with what I'd expect to pay elsewhere. The tasting room has a hip and modern vibe, and the folks here really understand lighting! With candlelit tables and moody sconce lighting throughout the space, I really feel comfortable and can lose myself in a delicious meal and great conversation with friends. I may become a Thursday regular!

This pop-up is such a unique & memorable experience for anyone - not just vegans! The mix of…read moreheritage Asian flavors & modern inventiveness is wild. Each course we had was thoughtful - from the chilled slightly sweet daikon soup to the spicy sour salty crystal dumplings. And the tofu skin!? Are you kidding me!? For dessert, we had these amazing peanut tangyuan balls Surong should really package & sell because I could pop 75 of those into my mouth in one sitting. Just go!

I LOVE inventive food. Surong is a perfect example of original ingredients and unique recipes…read moreexecuted in a comforting, delicious, satisfying way... AND it's VEGAN! Personally I don't subscribe a vegan diet, so I was extra impressed by the super flavorful and rewarding dishes that left my mouth happy and my stomach full. The dumplings? Duh. The carrot rice balls were unlike anything I've ever had before, with a meaty texture that balanced sweet and savory perfectly. They are a must. For those of you who imbibe, the cocktail was super unique as well. Wish I grabbed a photo but I drank it too quickly!

I saw online, ordered, and demolished more bread and bagels in one setting that I'd like to admit…read more I actually hadn't heard of Fairbanks Bread/Honey Bagels until I saw an online post and was intrigued. My friend and I had recently started ranking Portland bagel spots and even tried our own bagel-making home attempts so I knew I had to try this place out. I grabbed a variety of bagels for the both of us and giant country loaf as well. The menu/ordering site opens up on Fridays and you pre-order/pick up at Ollini on Mondays between 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm (just down the street from Cafe Olli). I was able to find good street parking nearby and swing by for my order which they put together pretty quickly. Service was quite friendly able to accommodate separating a couple of the bagels so I could more easily hand them off to my friend. I am so so so curious how these bagels taste fresh but I will say they were pretty darn good when we tried them later that day as well. The poppy seed one...did lose a lot of poppy as we ate, but c'est la vie, that's what I expect to begin with. My only qualm was that the bagels were a bit toothsome pre-toasting, but otherwise, good quality and taste. Now the loaf of bread, that's another story altogether. Could wax poetic about how good that is for paragraphs more. I was so excited when I cut it open because I knew I was going to make a set of heirloom tomato stacked tomato toast on this bread. Great taste, texture, flavor. Would absolutely buy again without hesitation. All in all, a really solid spot in Portland for bagels and bread! Put an order in (prices are quite reasonable) and enjoy!!

Now Josh is making baguettes , outstanding. Crusty and delicious. He's more than a great baker, in…read moremy estimation, he's a magician. A week later and my multi grain loaf is still edible. Every other bakery I try, going stale the next day, not at Fairbanks. Can't say enough good things, love his breads and bagels

Owner is chill as hell. He did duck fat fries? I didn't know that was even a thing but they were to…read moredie for. Also pretty sure the chicken katsu burger would be my last meal. Hopefully he pops up again soon!

From the owner: Booking for any & all upcoming Feburary events. Services include but are not limited to: personal…read morechef services/corporate drop-offs/private event catering. We do not place minimums on orders but encourage bulk as you save more! Call or message for same day response. Serving Portland and surrounding areas

"Build Your Own" is my new goto. Pulled pork, fried egg, cheese (sometimes), both gravy types…read more Heaven. Their new homemade hot sauce is worthy. Staff is usually very nice. A top 3 Portland spot for sure.

So first the good: We had the chicken fried steak and…read moreblueberry pancakes with corn meal. I really liked the pancakes, the blueberries are cooked in and the cornmeal real made them delicious. The chicken fried steak was nice and the gravy was unique with a mustard base. The biscuit was perfect. The bad: I had a fork full of pancakes and pulled a hair out of my mouth. That was NOT tasty. The endless coffee. They had 2 pump coffee dispensers. One was empty, they brought over a full one when asked. I filled mugs one each out of different dispensers. No clean spoons to stir with. Both mugs of coffee were cold, even from the new dispenser. They promptly worked at getting new coffee. When it was done, I filled my mugs, still no clean spoons. I asked for spoons and they were provided. Later I wondered how long the milk had been sitting there. When I asked the coffee guy about the milk he said they change it every day. I told him I was concerned that it may not be good, he said something to the effect of yeah I understand. I didn't see it checked or replaced. I grew up in Portland, but live out of town. I don't think I will be coming back to this place.