The Cove was exactly what I needed after a busy week. I sat out on the patio overlooking the…read moreColumbia River, and the atmosphere was peaceful, beautiful, and the perfect little escape. I had been craving raw oysters all day, and they did not disappoint! Along with the oysters, I ordered the calamari and fish tacos, everything was absolutely perfect. Fresh, delicious, and full of flavor. The service was wonderful. Everyone was attentive, friendly, and made the experience even better. Sometimes you just need a good meal, a beautiful view, and a quiet moment to unwind- and The Cove delivered exactly that.

Came here expecting fine dining waterfront experience, especially with a bill totaling $112 for…read morejust a few items. Unfortunately, the entire evening was a complete operational failure from both the kitchen and management. The oysters and mac and cheese were fine, but things went entirely off the rails with our entree. We ordered the filet mignon medium rare; it came out rare close to raw. We sent it back, an understandable kitchen mistake except when it returned, the outside was burnt to a crisp and it was so heavily over salted that it was completely inedible after a single bite. My wife had to spit out her piece. By that point, our appetite was gone, but we gave them another chance and ordered the scallops (which were fine). The service staff was polite, but the real issue is how management handled a two-hour ordeal. It wasn't about the money, it was about the total absence of goodwill, accountability, or basic hospitality. After wasting two hours of our evening dealing with a double-botched entree at high end prices, there was zero effort to make it right no comped drinks and no complimentary gesture. Instead, we found a hidden token "discount" on the ruined steak we couldn't even eat. When I originally posted an honest review of this experience on Google, they had it quietly and immediately deleted rather than addressing the failure. That speaks volumes about how they operate. A true fine dining establishment respects their customers' time, and owns their mistakes instead of scrubbing feedback. We won't be returning.

Came here for breakfast! Good food! The server Cody was amazing! Definitely will come back!!read more

Came here for brunch with a girlfriend and I really appreciated all the vegan options they had and…read morethe coffee was delicious as someone who doesn't drink coffee like that! They have oat milk for those who are dairy free and their vegan chorizo was very delicious! They even gave us a free dessert to take home so I would highly recommend this place to go for brunch either with a few friends or by yourself to get a nice book. Brunch is kind, brunch is fine I am happy anytime my friend and I find a classy place to dine

Excellent and impressive for airport! The staff were super…read morefriendly and helpful! I got the cheddar biscuit sandwich. The staff informed me the biscuits are made fresh on site so I had to try it and it did not disappoint! I made it spicy with spicy Colby jack cheese which added a subtle kick but nothing crazy. The sandwich was delicious.

I love Tillamook cheese! When I heard that they were in the airport, I was hoping that they would…read morebe on the way to my gate. They were. They had a nice food counter at the back of the store, with a lot of different items. I would've been glad to go for a grilled cheese with tomato soup, if I had not already just eaten at the airport lounge. The place smelled good. I hear sometimes they have samples available, this time they didn't. Besides the food counter, they did have a good amount of their cheese available, in both blocks and bags. I got two bags, a black pepper cheese, and a cheese curds, both for only 11 bucks, and that was before the military/veterans discount. Those aren't airport prices, those are street prices. I was very pleased. I tried both of my cheese when I got home. You could definitely taste the black pepper, but it didn't over power the cheese. They played very well together. The cheese curds were creamy, with a little bit of the "squeak" that you expect with a good cheese curd. A great store, worth a stop. Thanks.

I had a really cool interaction with the chef. Down to Earth guy, but what rides home is the…read morerigatoni. It was extremely flavorful. I taste Italian flavors as well as a well seasoned beef in the broth sauce was just amazing 10 out of 10 for the first time this year.

Very open atmosphere. I was the first in for an early lunch. The service was excellent…read more I only ordered the caprese salad and loved that they used yellow tomatoes. I'm use to more of a softer mozzarella similar to a burata which was a little disappointing & it could have had a tad bit more of their balsamic englase. The house Pinot was ok... Their pizzas look amazing. I will be following up with another review pertaining to their pizza and pasta. FYI They do have a happy hour!

As much as I hate using the term "hidden gem", I think River Maiden truly deserves the title! We…read morecame by on a weekend before a hike and all I can say is WHAT A CUTE SPOT. I honestly adore the interior just covered in plants and greenery; such an inviting little space. There was a line when we entered but it moved pretty quickly which was nice. The menu was so so so tempting and honestly, I wanted a breakfast burrito but knew there was no way I'd be able to finish it before we hiked so I went with a breakfast sandwich instead. I love the plethora of options they have for vegans/vegetarians and omnivores alike. I got my sandwich with egg, vegan sausage, cilantro aioli, and avocado - I was initially worried the aioli wouldn't be strong enough or flavorful enough but it was perfect. A very good breakfast sandwich, filling too! You can also get it on an english muffin or on ciabatta which is a nice swap depending on your mood. My friends tried the breakfast burritos, loved them but agreed portions were very generous. We also grabbed a couple scones -- the lemon poppyseed and the marionberry. They were the size of my head but I definitely get the hype around the marionberry scones; would inhale one daily if I could :P Coffee was good and sadly they were out of matcha the day we went so I guuuess we just have to go back to get it! There is plenty of parking in the giant lot and the honestly the highest props for having a drive thru! Swing by and try the goods~

What a unique and absolutely delicious spot! From the outside it doesn't seem like much but upon…read moreentering, the space has so much character both from the brick architecture but mainly the decorations and plants. It completely feels like a PNW spot. I went twice in 2 days with a friend of mine and got the exact same thing both times, the sausage breakfast burrito. It was that good. By itself, stuffed with eggs, peppers, crema, sausage, potatos, and cheese, it was a hearty and tasty breakfast. With the addition of the salsas, it was a revelation. I got both the red and green and mixed them. Absolutely delicious. My first time there I also got a marionberry scone which was huge and really tasty. Staff were very nice and the whole vibe of the place just seemed right. I definitely wish I had a place like this back in Nevada.

Was sad about flying back home, after such an amazing few days in Portland…read more.. As I was walking to my gate, I suddenly looked up, and literally lost my mind!!! GRASSA! At PDX!!! I invite you to look at my other two reviews of Grassa, and you will see how much I love some of their items... I decided to read the reviews of this location, prior to posting mine. I wanted to get a feel of what others are thinking, since I did have one matter that bothered me during this visit... To those that complained about long waits... that must have been resolved, because I saw the staff tell every guest that walked up that there would be a 30 minute wait. That is the proper thing to do, since all dishes are made fresh. Some have time to spare, while others need to get to their gate quickly. So please keep in mind that this is a made to order place. Not fast food... I saw several comments regarding the sandwiches. It's the chance you take. Of course it will not taste "fresh". It's in a cold section. Perhaps Grassa could consider putting a couple of freshly made sandwiches on this location's menu. Just an idea... I have to agree with one of the commentators on here, regarding putting a roped off area around the order station... I ordered a couple of my faves to take back to Cali with me! Meatballs and the Pork Belly Mac & Cheese. My Hubby had never eaten at Grassa, and he could not stop talking about how delicious the food was!!! He said we had to take a drive down to Portland soon... Lastly, I sadly must agree with some comments on here. I do not like leaving negative remarks. I know we all have off days. Life is not easy at times. I also believe in supporting other women, and building them up... Nevertheless, I must say that the woman working the register leaves much to be desired. She is the first impression walk up guests have. This location must not rely on familiarity, since these are travelers. Many have never even heard of Grassa, and some will only eat there once on the way to their destination. Which could be anywhere in the world! That being said... a warm greeting, and smile is the very basic paying customers deserve. Italians back home are known for their hospitality, and outgoing personalities!!! The woman working the counter did not smile once. It's a shame too. She is very pretty. I was smiling at her, and giving her a chance to redeem my first impression of her. She did not reciprocate. I observed her from my table for 40 minutes. She did not smile with any of the many patrons that came through there. She also kept busying herself with filling up little dip cups between customers. She never made my gin drink, so I had to walk up to the counter. I stood there for a while, before a very pleasant man asked me if I needed help. I told him I had not received my drink order, and he got right on it! We exchanged conversation, and he told me that his Wife also worked at Grassa. He was extremely down to earth and simpatico. I asked him his name, because I wanted to include him in my review... So I want to recognize "Adrian", for making my day... and saving my impression of this establishment!!!

I was happy to see Grassa at PDX. I usually get the Rigatoni or Pork Belly Mac & Cheese at the…read moreother locations, but I wanted to try a different pasta dish. I enjoyed the Black Truffle Parpadelle (4 stars), and I would order it again. I liked the texture of the parpadelle noodles that was coated with just enough of the delicious buttery sauce. The black truffle flavor was balanced and not overwhelming. The service was 4 stars. My food seemed to be ready faster than the 15-20 minutes they mentioned when I ordered. It's a good spot if are already a Grassa fan or dining before your flight out of PDX.

Food: 4.5/5 The sauce is actually the secret sauce in the Yumm Bowl. I hadn't had Cafe Yumm for…read moreyears since I moved out of the area, but I got it while visiting and it was nostalgic in the best way. Good variety of ingredients. Only wish there was more protein. Service: 5/5 I had takeout and it was a smooth experience. Ambiance: 5/5 Nice natural light from windows and dark interior. No complaints, I think I remember seeing some plants inside which was vibes.

Teriyaki bowl did not taste anything like teriyaki. I was also up charged for adding veggies…read more Not worth $16. It was very mid.

They were super nice but the food was not good. It wasn't bad, just not good. The soda machine was…read moredown and several menu items were out. The service was fine. They served everything in to go plates despite eating there.

Food and also the staff are nice to you drinks with the company and please check them outread more

Walking past Potbelly at PDX was a total blast from the past…read more This Chicago sandwich chain used to be my regular lunch spot when I lived in Washington, DC. I was a loyal customer at the location on the corner of L St. & 17th St., and I honestly haven't had Potbelly since I left DC back in 2017. Imagine how excited I was to find one inside Portland International Airport. The best part? I still remembered my order without even looking at the menu. A Big Wreck on multigrain with everything on it and extra hot peppers. One bite and it brought back so many memories. The bread still has that nice chewy texture, the meats are warm and satisfying, and the extra hot peppers with the pickled carrots add that crunchy, tangy kick that I always loved. It's messy in the best way and every bite has a little bit of everything. Airport food is usually something you settle for, but this was the meal I was actually hoping to find. If you've never tried Potbelly before, the Big Wreck is still a solid place to start.

My PDX Terminal C Lunch was at Potbelly and consisted of an Avo Turkey sandwich (served warm), a…read morebag of Zapp's Salt and Vinegar Chips, and an Orange Mango Nantucket Nectar. PDX advertises street pricing, but even then, the tab of $20 was the economic reality. Service was prompt and my sandwich combo (consumed at a common table outside Potbelly) was tasty, and if only I could have enjoyed a beer with all this. That came later at Henry's while watching the Norway - England World Cub Match.