We took a group for a private dinner at Bianca in the Dame space. We were so glad we got to catch the plant based Italian fare before the concept changes in a month or so! Not only is the space itself cozy, intimate and beautifully decorated in rich colors and wallpaper and framed photos, the staff is so attentive and friendly! The experience is truly a treat. Here's what we ate, with my favs starred: - a vintage salad - crispy parmesan potatoes* - mushroom "meatballs"* - Bianca pizza* - Rouge pizza - lasagna* - tiramisu ice cream* We did have a larger group so it took us awhile to get each of the dishes out, so make sure you have plenty of time. read more

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Date Night in Portland. Dame is a beautiful restaurant. We went here for dinner and it definitely felt like somewhere fancy that we try out if we were in SF. Mid Century Modern kinda feel to the inside which is right up my girls alley. The people who work here are super friendly and professional. When we got there we were greeted and sat right away since we had a reservation. I love trying something a little different. I've never had Carpaccio before and now after trying it at Dame, I'm totally a fan. Light texture but deep flavors due to the shaved fois gras and capers. The Focaccia was really good too. I gravitate to anything that has fennel in it so I might be a little biased. That and love bread just as much as I love potatoes. Potatoes are life after all. Heh When we went we ordered the Late Summer Risotto and the Pork Chop. I admittedly liked my girls dish just a little more than mine. It was super fally. Even though it didn't have any meat, I really enjoyed all the veggies bouncing off eachother in this pasta. I feel like some people think Risotto can get boring sometimes. A lot of times we see the same ole Mushroom Risotto a thousand times. Or maybe it's just a basic one paired with some other dish. I really like that Dame's had a lot of fun things going on within it. That being said don't get it twisted. The Pork Chop was still fire. I love the tenderness and flavors just on its own. I've never been a big polenta guy but Dame's again made me rethink my humanity. It was so creamy. What a nice alternative to the usual mashed potatoes. Salsa Verde is also a big go to when I eat Mexican Food so, paired with everything else we were definitely grubbin. Everything we had is flawless and it just makes it hard for me because pretty much every place we went to in Portland had great food. I can't wait to come back during a different season to try some more tasty meals here! read more

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Always something new here. Hosts pop ups of very cool and innovative food concepts. Check insta or socials to find out what's there at any given day. I think you can trust what they have as they work with legit chefs. Also serves it up at lil dame next door. Parking sucks skip the car it's right on a bus line or ride a bike!!! read more

Dame - From plant based papi - vegan mushroom ribs for Memorial Day - Wine Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Small snug seating, early dinner was daylight dependant so the lighting was just dim. Tapas sized plates portioned for a bite or two for this dining table of three. A bit noisy from the kitchen so try to sit closer to the front entrance if possible. Not too much excitement from the subdued server when asked about wine recommendations. Steep steep pricing for everyday home-style decor and ordinary service. read more

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Finally dined here after eyeing this place for so long. I've tried some other food under dame collective and was impressed but Dame ended up being really underwhelming. Every dish was visually appealing but ended up lacking that wow factor. The albacore tuna crudo was flavorless. The marinate seemed to be so light with the only note being citrus. The sauce from the cacio e pepe was overly cheesy and hard to eat. It wouldn't pull apart and coagulated quickly. The squid ink bucatini was a confusing dish because it was literally noodles in stock. Was I eating noodle soup? Luckily the beet salad was good but I was still disappointed in this meal overall. I like the cozy hip neighborhood vibes of the interior though. I think this is an average place to dine but don't expect amazing food innovative flavors here. read more

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Dame is an easy 5/5. The focaccia was a good opener with the gazpacho (which was almost like a thicker, more creamy tomato bisque soup and was cool and refreshing). For entrees, the MacFarland Springs trout was amazing (I don't normally see trout on a menu so I decided to try it) and the risotto primavera was just perfect (and such a large portion that we couldn't come close to finishing it). The restaurant has a Portlandia vibe to it, kinda hard to articulate, people just being themselves and dressing in their own unique way and fashion sense. We also tried the orange wine just for kicks. They had a very particular selection of wines by the glass, which our bartender had very deep thoughts on. After dinner we walked westward on NE Alberta which has a lot of bars and restaurants strewn across it, many with a completely eclectic and individualistic design styles and cool murals along the way - very Portland. This may be an over-generalization, but there seems to be a wide life-style swath between Portland and, say, the Bay Area/Silicon Valley. There is some consideration to the joke about how people move to Portland to retire in their 20s vs Silicon Valley where people care more about stock options and the next funding round. Portlandians have elected not to participate as strongly in the rat race. It's also a mecca of great food but it's not alone in that category. I wouldn't characterize Portland as run-down, perhaps just not as built up and gentrified. It's thriving with activity and life and just ignore the axe-grinding, haters who claim Portland (and other so-called blue cities) has become a homeless, drug user disaster zone. They're not thinking clearly. read more

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I visited Dame for the first time, and what an absolute gem! The space is relatively small and intimate. All the staff here are extremely friendly and attentive. Even the chef came out to ask how we were enjoying our food! I came for the Bianca menu, curated by Plant Based Papi. His Italian-inspired menu seriously blew me away. The hard work and passion he put into creating such delicious dishes shows through the great flavor and presentation. I genuinely feel so honored to have the opportunity to enjoy such wonderful food, and cannot wait to dine here again! read more

Dame - Crispy Parmesan Potatoes - Wine Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Had Dame on a sunday for dinner. made a reservation an hour prior and came in 20 minutes early and they were very flexible and able to seat us! We had already eaten a couple of dishes prior and wanted to top off, so we stopped by and ordered the carpaccio and squid ink bucatini. Both tasted amazing!!! the only complaint that i have is that the carpaccio filled up half of the plate for $17. on the pricier side for less imo, but it did taste very good! the carpaccio was sliced very thin, slightly seared (but cold) and had fois gras flakes and fried capers (slight taste of olive) to top it. very yummmmm! the squid ink pasta was very flavorful, quite spicy!, sour, but most of all, delicious! the noodles themselves had much flavor, the shrimp balanced out the acidity, and the bread was perfectly toasted that it paired well with the (liquidy/soupy) pasta sauce. would def come again to try more menu items! read more

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This place is an absolute MUST! If you're choosing between here and Gabbianos.. Dame is 100% the better option. The food here is fresh, made from local ingredients and so insanely tasty. The dishes are very creative too. We got a few dishes so we could try a decent amount of food and we weren't the least bit disappointed. Best dishes was for sure the risotto and surprisingly the broccoli but everything was packed with flavor. You really can't go wrong read more

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I'm really not sure why I took so long to try Dame because WOW. The food, the ambiance, and the service. Dropped by with my husband on my birthday and had some of the most delicious food ever. We knew that we'd over-order because I always want to try so many different things but we went a little crazy here -- I do admit it. For apps, we got the bread, the cauliflower soup to share while my husband tried the crudo. Then we grabbed the cacio e pepe, the ravioli and my husband got the braised pork coppa for his omnivore self. When I tell you that we were blown away by the food, I'm not even remotely joking. I loved every bite of every single thing we had and I'd legitimately got back to Dame just for the SOUP and BREAD. Even their so called simple little offerings were incredible. The cacio e pepe and the ravioli were both absolutely perfect. Have you ever had a dish where you wouldn't even add one more grain of salt? Well that's what everything here was like. Delicate, balanced, and seasoned with thought so that each bite had the perfect amount of salt and flavor. My husband's pork came with polenta that was honestly the best cooked polenta I have ever had in my life. For dessert, we finished it off with the ricotta donuts and the panna cotta both of which were delicious -- and both of which we would absolutely get again. If you're sitting here contemplating about trying Dame, let me save you the worry and recommend that you get yourself here IMMEDIATELY. Absolutely worth the visit. read more

I am ALLLLL about the natural wines and seasonal food that Dame has to offer. My husband and I dined here this past weekend and it was an absolute delight! I already can't wait to come back for another meal. We had the wagyu carpaccio and Caesar salad to start, which were both delicious. It would have been nice if the salad was cut up a bit more to make it easier to eat. Now moving on to the best part... the carbs! All of the pastas are all made in house and it's obvious that they use quality ingredients. We ordered the cacio e pepe, Dungeness crab risotto, and ricotta & black truffle triangoli. WOW! We loved every single dish. Majority of the menu can be made vegan or gluten free upon request. We finished the the night off with some cheesecake and a digestif. Highly recommend checking this place out. Cheers! read more

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We made a 5:30 bar reservation for Saturday. It's a cozy atmosphere. The bartender and hostess were very friendly. Everything we ordered was delicious - Butternut Squash soup, tuna crudo, cacio e pepe, fall risotto and chocolate cake. I loved that it was intimate and we could hear each other talk. read more

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The ambiance was nice and the service was good, but I found the food to be way overpriced for what it was and sort of bland. Fancy Mexican food can be a hard sell because cheap Mexican food is so tasty, and this place did not impress me with what it offered. There were no unique standout flavors, portions on the apps were small, and again, very $$ for what's being offered. I would not return. read more

The hubby and I came here for dinner before attending a show at the Alberta Rose Theater. We had a wonderful time!! Both of us loved all the food we ordered as well as the red wine selection. They seem to change the menu up each month and offer vegetarian options. The staff were all friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. They checked in with us just enough. Our dinner experience lasted an hour and a half, which felt just right. We will be back here for sure for a future special meal. read more

Dame - Risotto...vegetarian. Full of fall flavor! - Wine Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Very tasty. We had the Caesar Salad, Cacio E Pepe, & Squid Ink Pasta. The Cacio E Pepe ($18) was very fresh and light tasting. I wouldn't do takeout for it tho, you gotta eat it right away as the cheese starts hardening right away. I kind of like the change in texture it provides halfway thru the meal. I liked the sharpness of the cheese in this dish. The squid ink bucatini was fantastic too tho different than other squid ink pastas - it comes in a shrimp broth so is sort of a noodle soup. The broth is very savory and tasty and good size shrimp too (tho I wish there were mussels as well). The noodles were prob my favorite - hard to describe, they were soft and light yet firm and bouncy. Awesome noodles. You can see them making them by hand in the back room too. I'm not usually a dessert guy but the chocolate cake was amazingly decadent, like eating a cake sized truffle from the Swiss Colony catalog (iykyk). The inside is very portland style - too cramped and small with mostly bench style seating. My only complaint about the food would be way too much red cabbage in the Caesar Salad, made it too bitter. It was like a full head of cabbage lol. But that's what I get for ordering a salad I guess. read more

This place is legit. They make their food from scratch and it shows. We started with the albacore tuna served with a citrus salad. Amazing. We wanted to share short our server brought the dishes one at a time, providing fresh share plates for each course. Next we got the pork fish which was also delicious. The meat was tender and full of flavor. We finished with coffee and dessert. The ricotta donuts weren't amazing and the coffee wasn't hot. I think it had been in the pot for a while. The donuts were good- they just weren't up to the level of the other dishes. We will definitely go back and I think next time we will try the pana cotta instead. Overall it was an amazing experience. Not cheap but not unreasonable either. All these dishes plus 1 glass of wine was $115. My fiancé thought the wine was very good too. Food and service were both excellent. Definitely worth a visit! read more

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Dining experience was unique with some modern wicker items and old English frames and pics. They had outdoor dining but it was too chilly so we stayed indoors. The focaccia bread and squid was perfect start as it was light and not too heavy. I am picky about my fish so this was a good combo as it came with a salad. Bread came with plenty of spread too. Shrimp pasta was thoroughly seasoned, it did not fall to the bottom like most dishes so you get a spicy taste all the time. Shrimp was also jumbo size. Tail was on but that wasn't a huge deal. We ended with chocolate cake and I don't know many places I've had a better one and I have a sweet tooth. It was light cake but so good and not too rich. Dark combo was epic and finished. Server gave us space to order in between and didn't deliver the food all at once which was great. I like that service team didn't dress up in uniform and more casual and relata I read more

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Dame: a culinary gem where global inspiration meets fresh and savory delights. The staff are friendly, adding to the relaxed and laid-back vibe of the place. Step into the cozy indoor seating area with its charming and beautiful interior, perfect for a romantic date night or a cozy gathering with friends. Dame is the ultimate spot to enjoy fantastic food, soak up the good vibes, and create unforgettable memories. [Menu] White & rose wine Carpaccio Sprouting broccoli Spring mushroom risotto Chitarra alla carbonara Address: 2930 NE Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97211 read more

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The service was good, ambiance good and the food was mostly good. We ordered the beet salad, wagyu carpaccio, mapo tofu ragu and squid ink bucatini. The wagyu was melt in your mouth excellent, beet salad was nice and had a warm spice to it, I enjoyed the ragu but unfortunately the squid ink pasta was excessively salty. If it hadn't been for the squid ink pasta, I would say don't pass this place up! However, when it's one of the two main entrees and largely misses the mark it's hard to walk away feeling satisfied. Would definitely give this place another shot though given everything else was on point. read more

Dame is awesome! Tons of 'can be made vegan' options! Must have: Cacio E Pepe! Freshly made pasta, so delicious! The soups and veg are all amazing! Great wines & Cocktails! It's packed l, so have a reservation and enjoy! Shoutout to Sara, the bartender, who helped me decide what to get! Super friendly staff! Best meal I had in Portland! read more

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There was an issue with the reservation so we got seated a half an hour past the reservation time. They gave us complimentary drinks though to make up for it. For appetizers, we got a Sprouting Broccoli and Foccacia bread. The broccolini was delicious and the bread with ricotta was quite nice. For the main course, I ordered the Squid Ink Pasta. The menu said spicy but I wasn't expecting so much heat in every bite. The spiciness was a bit overpowering and masked the flavors of the prawns and squid ink, it got less enjoyable over time. I recommend the Cacio e Pepe instead. Lastly we rounded out the meal with desserts. The Ricotta Doughnuts were fantastic! The marionberry compote paired perfectly with the light and fluffy dough. read more

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We came here around 5:30pm on a Friday evening and were seated right away outside. We decided on the beef carpaccio, focaccia bread, and squid ink pasta. I'm not kidding when I say everything was delicious. Devine. Delectable! Service was great as well. I thoroughly enjoyed each dish and will be back. read more

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My goodness. I don't even know if I have all the words to fully explain how wonderful my experience, as well as the food was at Dame! I came here for my birthday over the weekend and it was absolutely perfect. Not only could I have not asked for a better meal, the service was top notch. Our server was so incredibly helpful and kind and she really made my whole night! We started off with a bottle of wine. We told our server what we normally like and our price range. She came back from the bottle shop with 3 options. The one we ended up choosing was spot on to our taste buds and so delicious! For food, my boyfriend and I knew we couldn't just pick one dish each so we decided to share everything and get a couple different ones. We ordered: - Focaccia bread with whipped ricotta - Cacio E Pepe - Squid ink pasta with prawns - Dungeness crab risotto Everything was out of this world. I knew I was coming in for the Cacio E Pepe and when our server suggested the Squid ink pasta with prawns I was almost hesitant. But my boyfriend loves seafood so we ordered it. IT WAS AMAZING. By far one of the best pasta dishes I have EVER tasted. Cooked perfectly and the spicy broth it came in was so flavorful with the perfect amount of heat. 10/10 recommend this for all your pasta cravings! read more

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This was an unexpected treat of a meal this past week when we visited Portland. With no set dinner plans, we looked up nearby restaurants and were lucky enough to get seats. We decided to order all dishes to share and it allowed us to try a few more things. I think that our favorites were the carpaccio small plate, the butternut squash soup, and the ricotta raviolo. Others around us seemed to enjoy the broccoli quite a bit as well. read more

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It is a cute option for date night, we came here because it is one of the few places in Portland that serves carpaccio. I gotta be honest, the serving size of the carpaccio disappointed me a little bit.. on the other hand the risotto and the pasta were amazing, full of flavor, generous serving size. We also got wine for me, that was warm and it wasn't really what I was expecting, and my husband got an non-alcoholic cocktail that he loved! read more

Dame - Risotto - Wine Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Food was delicious as always. We have been many times over the last 3 years. It is one of my favorite restaurants in Portland. Ambiance is cozy and the service is knowledgeable and attentive. My only feedback is requesting that they PLEASE bring back the Squid Ink Bucatini. It was the favorite favorite dish of me and so many friends and family, and a staple of the restaurant. The replacement dish is just not the same. I really hope they bring it back soon!!! read more

The culinary experience was truly exceptional, with flavors that delighted the palate. The service exhibited a remarkable level of professionalism, complementing the inviting ambiance of the restaurant. Overall, a delightful dining experience that exceeded expectations. read more

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Friday the 13th ~ the lucky part I had the pork chop and polenta Delicious!!! The unlucky part I lost my hearing aids in a small black plastic case read more

We hosted a baby "sprinkle" at DAME this afternoon and I cannot get over how perfect it was. They offered our small group of ten an unbelievable delicious lunch and high tea. Marie helped us design a custom menu with vegan options for our mom to be, as well as a beautiful wine, mocktail, tea set up. Everyone absolutely raved. If you have a small to medium size party I highly recommend. read more

Dame is a groovy restaraunt with vibey ambiance! Waitress was amazing and gave terrific recommendations. Ordered the mushroom risotto and pasta el pesto. Both were heavenly, risotto melts in your mouth with every bite. Not only does the pasta look like art, but the noodles were soft, chewy, and packed the perfect amount of pesto flavor. Flowers were a cute touch :') read more

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The food has taken a nose dive here...carbonara was glue and practically inedible. The drinks were mediocre at best and the focaccia and salad were forgettable. Unless you plan on ordering olives and some wine., I'd look elsewhere. Service and ambiance were fine, but nothing special. Taking this spot off the list...another one lost to the Covid era that never recovered. read more

This place is a little off the beaten path, but don't let that deter you because it is definitely worth it. Their pastas are where they truly shine, we had the Cacio e Pepe and Squid ink pastas and they were both top notch, the pasta is the perfect texture and their sauces are delicious! We also ordered the sprouting broccoli (broccolini) and Caesar. The broccoli was amazing! I'd definitely get that again, but their Caesar was a little underwhelming and was missing that extra tangy kick in the dressing. read more

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I've been wanting to try this 5 star restaurant for awhile especially since Italian food is my favorite and it's rare to see five stars. Unfortunately was disappointed and confused on how it's rated so high. I made reservations and arrived a few minutes before they opened at 5pm but had to wait outside. They opened a few minutes late. Hosts did their job; nothing more, nothing less. The bartender was helpful though but it wasn't a busy evening yet. They suggested the grilled flatbread as a popular appetizer but I'm not sure why as it was just bread and the ricotta dipping sauce was very bland. I love a good risotto so I definitely had to get that although this dish was made the whole experience disappointing. As you can see the risotto in their main photo is more cream colored and the one I received was definitely a bright yellow due to the overkill of saffron. The entire dish was way too flavorful; someone must've not paid attention to how much salt and saffron they put in. The texture of the risotto was just right though. Had the flavors not been overpowering, I could've eaten more than a third of the portion. For the price, I'd expect a better experience overall but at least I crossed this place off of my list. read more

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Dame was a recommended stop for us while visiting Portland. They had excellent outdoor seating and our party of four was seated in our own personal (open) tent. Our server was fantastic and the cocktails were exceptional. The menu was shortened (understandably), but it did make it hard for those who did not want something carb heavy, like pasta for dinner. On the other hand, what we did get, especially the ricotta appetizer was absolutely delicious! read more

Pretty good Italian food. We had a reservation towards the end of closing as it was pretty busy. Inside is small, but if they tell you you'll be seated outside don't fret! They'll take you outside and around where they have outdoor seating set up with heat lamps. It was pretty cold that night, but the setup was sufficient. Wagyu Carpaccio - Super good and would highly recommend. Cacio o Pepe - Rich and tasty! Simple and delicious. Squid Ink Pasta - The pasta's texture was firmer than the cacio o pepe but just as delicious. Doughnuts - Felt weird ordering doughnuts as out dessert, but I'm so glad we did. Great way to end our delicious meal. read more

I absolutely adore Dame. This place makes me miss living in that neighborhood sooo much. The owners are welcoming, the service is warm, the food is amazing, the wine selection is beautifully curated... This is my happy place! Fun fact: the pastas are made in-house! They seriously make some of my top favorite dishes in this city. Don't sleep on going there on Mondays and Tuesdays for their pizza pop-up! Another bonus is that they've created such a safe space during a pandemic for customers and diners to be able to enjoy themselves without worry. I really appreciate the investments our local restaurants have made to keep their staff and customers safe. read more

Dame - Gnocchi with Dungeness Crab - Wine Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I've been here 2 times now and both times have blew me away. Such amazing dishes. The restaurant and the staff are all amazing! Thank you Dame restaurant and Chef Patrick for creating a mind blowing meal and experience. Great for a date night or a solo meal! You won't regret coming here. read more

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This place has been on my list for a while and so glad I finally made my way to it. The restaurant itself is cozy and very inviting. With that being said, make reservations. The cappelletti portion was on the smaller side. It was very seasonal with pumpkin. Super flavorful. I was still hungry after it. It took us a little under an hour to get our meal, which was a bummer, but they made up for it and gave us a complementary spaghetti and meatballs. This was probably my favorite dish. The noodles were perfectly cooked. The tomato sauce was full of flavor just sooo good! Honestly would have given them 4 stars, but they redeemed themselves with the spaghetti. read more

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My reason for visiting Portland was to celebrate one of the besties Bachlorette party. Of course we had to celebrate with style at a delicious restaurant. Prefixed menu for party of 10 Gorgeous atmosphere Intimate private dining area Amazing service Delectable food What more can a gal ask for? Drinks were flowing and best conversations with all of your besties in 1 room. My faves were Tomatoes w/ripped ricotta, basil, peaches, and celtuce. (refreshing and fresh) King salmon w/sweet corn, tomatoes, cherries, and soft herbs. (robust unique flavors) Chicken liver mousse (it was whipped well like butter) Definitely did not disappoint. Bride and friends were very happy. read more

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Had an amazing dinner here the other night It reminded me of a small full of character Brooklyn restaurant with a partial open kitchen & a ton of greenery, bold wallpaper and great date night ambience. We started with the Oregon albacore tuna snd flat bread and for our meals we had the trout and black ink (life changing you will be amazed) They're only shortcoming was the bar - the gin martini and old fashioned were horribly made but food & setting & service 5/5 AND THEY CHECK VACCINE CARDS 5/5 read more

Dame - Prawn & Squid Ink Pasta - Wine Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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