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5.0 (1 review)
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Mother’s Bistro & Bar - Portebello spinach omelette.

Mother’s Bistro & Bar

4.3(5.3k reviews)
3.2 miDowntown, Southwest Portland
$$

I'm always cautious about giving some place I've only tried once five stars, but I'll take a chance…read moreand do that in this case. Mothers is a great place to eat downtown, but I'd recommend making reservations or at least calling ahead. They get busy! Service was very friendly and our server checked in on us an acceptable number of times. Everyone we interacted with was also friendly and warm. The food came out quickly, hot, and prepared correctly. All items were quite tasty. It's not exactly gourmet in terms of you taking a bite and thinking it's the best thing you've ever eaten, but it's solid. I really want to try dinner there. Ambience is busy and bustling. Really it's what you'd expect for a downtown diner. This is the kind of place I would take people to who are coming in from out of town and I'm not sure how adventurous they are (mom & pop from Ohio for example) We will definitely eat here again.

I thought the staff was nice. It was really busy as it was Mother's Day, so I don't think it's a…read morefair representation of timely and attentive service. But when our server was with us, they were very nice and patient with my questions and requests. It's a bit loud when the place is on the full side, making it difficult to have a conversation. I wouldn't bring my girlfriend who is hard of hearing, at least with a group. I'd be curious to try more of the menu. I was very much not wowed by the breakfast. The beverages were however very nice, and I recently had the cobbler dessert and it looked amazing and tasted better. We had the coffee (Extracto, love.), I had a really good hef and my mother a very well balanced Bellini that I was very pleasantly surprised with trying. From what I saw, the lunch sounds very good and I'd be more apt to recommend folks give that a shot if they happened to be going there too. I'm not sure if I'd recommend as a must go stop. Vibe wise, the ambience is overall really nice. I think having rolled flatware, even with just upgraded napkins, would better complete the aesthetic you initially see and feel. This would also connect with the price point of the food and quality of the beverages. As a fellow server, on that note I would expect more consistent stronger visual appearance standards with servers. (Sorry guys! But some of you looked great!) Overall, I'd definitely join a friend for coffee and lunch over there in the future. Just wouldn't be my top pick for a celebratory brunch or intimate dinner with a date or friends and fam.

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Mother’s Bistro & Bar - Dining room

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Mother’s Bistro & Bar - Getting ready for Strawberry Shortcake Week!!!

Getting ready for Strawberry Shortcake Week!!!

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Salt & Straw - Strawberry Honey Balsamic with Black Pepper, Honey Lavender

Salt & Straw

4.5(4.3k reviews)
3.5 miAlphabet District, Northwest
$$

It's upscale ice cream... are you expecting to be disappointed?…read more I'm sure you at least know Salt & Straw by reputation... it's the preeminent ice cream chain in Portland. And for good reasons! The flavors, taste and experience are truly phenomenal. I typically try to visit during the day so that there isn't a long line. If you come anytime after 6 PM, expect to wait a while. It's just that good! The staff is always incredibly friendly and they will let you sample as many flavors as you like before you decide. They have standard staples for flavors and then seasonal ones that rotate every few months. This particular location has very little seating so you should plan to take yours to go. I recommend enjoying it while you stroll on NW 23rd. Otherwise, the staff will be happy to pack up a scoop for you and/or you can take a pint to go! Parking is a typical challenge for this area, but prices are reasonable and you can't beat the service. My favorite part of the experience is that first step into the front door when I smell the fresh waffle cones being made. From beginning to end, it's a scrumptious culinary experience that can't be missed.

We have tried Salt&Straw at various locations and states. Very consistent across it all…read more Open concept design. Benches against giant windows to feel the breeze (it was a hot day). I'm sure wintertime they shut it tight. Bathroom inside (need a code). The staff were very patient and friendly. You can ask as many samples as you want. Even if there's a line, it usually move fast. Creamy, strong flavor, good quality ice cream. The menu has interesting options. Even though we have been to many locations, we still haven't tried them all. There are tubs and merchandises on display if you like a souvenir.

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Salt & Straw - Left Double scoop: hazelnut cookies & cream and coffee & love nuts  Right Double scoop: Honey lavender and Double Fold Vanilla

Left Double scoop: hazelnut cookies & cream and coffee & love nuts Right Double scoop: Honey lavender and Double Fold Vanilla

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Miss Oz Ice Cream & Dessert - Split single (peanut butter fudge and horchata cookie)

Miss Oz Ice Cream & Dessert

4.3(582 reviews)
3.5 miPearl District
$$

This is hands down my fiancé and I's favorite ice cream shop ever. I lived in pdx for a month just…read morethree blocks away and we went at least once a week, back when it was Cool Moon. If I was a billionaire, I'd invest in this shop to open a second location by me in Maine. Small batch and homemade, these ice creams are luscious and delicious. They are not sickly sweet, and they don't need to be. They really let the flavors shine on their own. The thai iced tea is my favorite flavor, though the fresh banana is up there too. This trip already I have visited once IRL and later I ordered a shake from them for delivery to my hotel, which was great! No drop in quality there and they drew a cute little note. The service has always been amazing throughout the years. Got to meet THE Miss Oz herself one visit too! Scoops or in shake form, it's a must visit when we find ourselves back in PDX!

The 4 stars is for the amazing staff. Kind, efficient, and welcoming describe the people who work…read morehere. If I had to rate the ice cream by itself, I would rate it a 2.5 My daughter got a cake batter shake and my other daughter got a scoop of cookies and cream. My husband and I both got coffee drinks that were just fine. Both girls as well as myself did not care for this less sweetened ice cream brand. I understand how others might feel differently, but definitely wasn't our cup of tea.

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Miss Oz Ice Cream & Dessert - New menu named as brunost croffle. Croissant dough waffle with our excellent ice cream and brunost; tastes sweet and caramel-like.

New menu named as brunost croffle. Croissant dough waffle with our excellent ice cream and brunost; tastes sweet and caramel-like.

Miss Oz Ice Cream & Dessert - Croffle Pop with Ice Cream and Brown Cheese | Instagram: @telephonesmoothie

Croffle Pop with Ice Cream and Brown Cheese | Instagram: @telephonesmoothie

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