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What took me so long to go to Huber's? It's only been here since 1872! In case you haven't heard it's the oldest restaurant in Portland. When a friend invited my sister and I to go, I whipped out my trusty yelp app and checked out ratings and menu. The menu looked fine-mostly traditional American style, featuring their turkey dinner and Spanish coffee. I wasn't that keen on turkey in August, but our friend ordered it and was pleased. My sister and I have pretty much the same taste and usually like the same things on the menu! We decided to split 2 entrees-the chicken special of the day and beef stroganoff. The first thing Summer, our server brought out was their beer bread. We wish we had the recipe. I loved it so much I'd like to make it at home. Then we got our entrees. The kitchen kindly split our orders so we each got 2 plates! It was a LOT of food! And we loved both! We couldn't decide which one we liked better! I can't remember what the chicken special was called but it had cherry tomatoes lightly sautéed in it and a flavorful sauce. Our friend wanted chocolate mousse for dessert , and we couldn't just sit there and watch her eat it so we ordered our own (no sharing this time!). It's dark and very rich. She also wanted to try Spanish coffee. They put on quite a show. They pour triple sec in the bottom, set it on fire and it melts the sugar they put on the rim. In goes rum & kaluah, and finally a little coffee and some whipped cream on top. We all tried it and WOW! It's potent! If that's your thing you need to get it! Three sips was more than enough for me. Summer was an outstanding server. She talked to us like we were old friends, made suggestions and was just lovely in every way. Go to Huber's! It's really fun, delicious and the roomtakes you back to yesteryear.
I went with my brother who was visiting from out of town, and we were blown away by the service and food! He loved it so much, he went back later that night. I highly recommend the flaming coffee, it's made at table side. I also was blown away by the half and half turkey and ham dinner, tasted even better than my grandma's thanksgiving dinner (but don't tell her that).
Huber's was recommended to me by a friend and I'm very grateful because this was a great dining experience. Huber's of course is known as the oldest continuously serving restaurant in Portland and I'm glad that they were able to keep this institution going. There's great menu options with wine pairings to make your selections easy. I selected the Prawn Fettuccine which was rich and filling. There plenty of juicy, plump prawns throughout. The garlic bread was crunchy, yet soft and full of flavor the server was pleasant and patient. Overall, it was a great experience.
Tony thank you for the Best entertainment and making some amazing drinks... enjoyed you sharing the history of this place
Amazing space! What a historic gem! The turkey dinner was the best I've ever had. Cocktails are great and don't forget to order the Spanish coffee.
Stopped in for a drink and an app, got an experience. We sat at the bar so got to watch the bartender make the Spanish coffee a couple times. Pretty cool and a tasty drink!
While in Portland went to Hubert's cafe with new friends for a bite. We had the calamari, crab cakes and cream brûlée. Every thing was good not great but good. Service was good too.
We had a lovely dinner at Huber's Cafe last week. It was fun to go to the oldest restaurant in Portland. We went early, around 4:30, because we didn't have a reservation. We got seated immediately. As we walked in we saw that the venue was beautiful in an old school way. Lots of dark, rich wood booths and trim. Our server was Summer. She gave us excellent service and made us feel welcomed. We appreciated her suggestions and helpfulness. First came the beer bread. It's a sweet yeast bread that was served with butter. Really tasty! My sister and I split the Tuscan Chicken summer special and the beef stroganoff. We each got a large plate of each with plenty to take home. They were both tasty! Well seasoned with tender meat and al-dente noodles. I'd get both of them again. Our friend got the turkey dinner that Huber's is famous for. She enjoyed it a lot. Then, it was time to splurge on dessert. We all ordered the chocolate mousse. It's extremely rich and quite sweet. I thought the chantilly cream was a bit too sweet, but it did complement the dark chocolate mousse. Needless to say, we all ate ours up completely. Then, our friend wanted to try their famous Spanish Coffee. It was fun to watch the waiter fill torch the triple sec to carmelize the sugar the glass was rimmed with. Quite a show! The combo of triple sec, rum and kaluah with just a bit of coffee and cream makes for a potent drink. It was fun to try, but too strong for me! It was fun to try this famous PDX restaurant and I know we will be back. Thanks Huber's for a lovely dinner!
While the West Coast may have a short history, this is Portland's oldest restaurant! 1879. Iconic! I cannot say it's a must stop for tourists, but the Spanish Coffee & the show that comes with it might alone be worth it! A split bar and restaurant, I only came for happy hour on the bar side. The happy hour is fairly affordable. Mongolian skewers were tasty, but small. Liver pate was decent. Artichoke & Spinach dip was strange in a way my partner couldn't place, but felt it was sour or bitter. The real treat and show was the gentleman (see pic) who made our table side Spanish Coffee. He was entertaining with laughs, tricks, and charisma! Worth the stop for this!!!
Enjoyed a lovely weekday lunch here today. I had the hot turkey sandwich, which is covered with gravy and served with a choice of mashed potatoes or dressing. I went the dressing route. It was very good and included a massive amount of fresh roasted turkey. My dining companion opted for the club sandwich which had multiple very thick slices of turkey breast and she said it was lovely. She substituted french fries for the coleslaw that traditionally is served with this dish. Very efficient and pleasant service in this historic restaurant. Beautiful dark wood covering all surfaces and historical hardware (such as the ample coat and had racks throughout.) Quite reasonable prices. This is a place I'd like to come back to for dinner sometime.
That Spanish coffee is cool I can't lie, the server I saw looked like they had this down it was pretty amazing to watch they have this down Wasn't the biggest fan of feeling so cramped in there but I also under stand it's a historical place that wants to tend to the growing community. The entrance of the area was confusing, we walked in and it felt like a fancy place, then they walked us to the back of the restaurant that looked a bit more casual. And that had its own entrance it was my first time there so that was a bit confusing. I had the special I'm going to be honest I don't remember what it was but I'm posting a photo of it! It was pretty good, it was a busy night and it took a bit for the food to come out and when it did I lightweight burnt my tounge. But thankful for the water always being full! It was funny how our table was silent with each of us enjoying our food. Pretty cool.
Tried a light dinner during happy hour at Portland's oldest restaurant - Huber's Cafe - established 1879. Solid execution on some classics - Cesar salad, calamari fritte, and house-made cheesecake Surprisingly, the turkey sandwich, for which they are well known, fell flat. The turkey was fine but nothing special, and the bread was super dry. Verdict - Not going to rush back, but would definitely go back for happy hour and some calamari and a salad.
Huber's Cafe's claim to fame is being Portland's oldest restaurant. It certainly feels like they have maintained the original look and feel. I liked the pictures on the walls showing things from yesteryear. We headed there on a Saturday night to try out their happy hour. They were probably at 90% capacity and the two of us were seated immediately. They have a drink minimum per person, but getting one drink covers that. After we ordered our beers, we saw some staff members twirling flaming drinks in their hands, and we were completely enthralled. Not wanting to live with FOMO for the rest of trip, we decided to get one. It was a Flaming Spanish Coffee, which we ordered with decaf coffee. Tastes like an Irish coffee, but the show in itself is worth the price. The table side presentation is very fun. We learned that it was a slow day for the drink maker and he had only made 150 that day. On a holiday they may have 3-4 drink makers each cranking out 300! The other items that we got were the wings and bbq turkey sandwich. I thought they were fine as pub food to go with our beers, but really nothing more than that. I'll have to come back sometime to try their traditional turkey plates. If you're in the area, definitely worth a visit to check out the restaurant and to get a Spanish coffee!
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What took me so long to go to Huber's? It's only been here since 1872! In case you haven't heard it's the oldest restaurant in Portland. When a friend invited my sister and I to go, I whipped out my trusty yelp app and checked out ratings and menu. The menu looked fine-mostly traditional American style, featuring their turkey dinner and Spanish coffee. I wasn't that keen on turkey in August, but our friend ordered it and was pleased. My sister and I have pretty much the same taste and usually like the same things on the menu! We decided to split 2 entrees-the chicken special of the day and beef stroganoff. The first thing Summer, our server brought out was their beer bread. We wish we had the recipe. I loved it so much I'd like to make it at home. Then we got our entrees. The kitchen kindly split our orders so we each got 2 plates! It was a LOT of food! And we loved both! We couldn't decide which one we liked better! I can't remember what the chicken special was called but it had cherry tomatoes lightly sautéed in it and a flavorful sauce. Our friend wanted chocolate mousse for dessert , and we couldn't just sit there and watch her eat it so we ordered our own (no sharing this time!). It's dark and very rich. She also wanted to try Spanish coffee. They put on quite a show. They pour triple sec in the bottom, set it on fire and it melts the sugar they put on the rim. In goes rum & kaluah, and finally a little coffee and some whipped cream on top. We all tried it and WOW! It's potent! If that's your thing you need to get it! Three sips was more than enough for me. Summer was an outstanding server. She talked to us like we were old friends, made suggestions and was just lovely in every way. Go to Huber's! It's really fun, delicious and the roomtakes you back to yesteryear. read more
I went with my brother who was visiting from out of town, and we were blown away by the service and food! He loved it so much, he went back later that night. I highly recommend the flaming coffee, it's made at table side. I also was blown away by the half and half turkey and ham dinner, tasted even better than my grandma's thanksgiving dinner (but don't tell her that). read more
8 days ago
Huber's was recommended to me by a friend and I'm very grateful because this was a great dining experience. Huber's of course is known as the oldest continuously serving restaurant in Portland and I'm glad that they were able to keep this institution going. There's great menu options with wine pairings to make your selections easy. I selected the Prawn Fettuccine which was rich and filling. There plenty of juicy, plump prawns throughout. The garlic bread was crunchy, yet soft and full of flavor the server was pleasant and patient. Overall, it was a great experience. read more
2 days ago
Tony thank you for the Best entertainment and making some amazing drinks... enjoyed you sharing the history of this place read more
7 days ago
Amazing space! What a historic gem! The turkey dinner was the best I've ever had. Cocktails are great and don't forget to order the Spanish coffee. read more
2 months ago
While in Portland went to Hubert's cafe with new friends for a bite. We had the calamari, crab cakes and cream brûlée. Every thing was good not great but good. Service was good too. read more
We had a lovely dinner at Huber's Cafe last week. It was fun to go to the oldest restaurant in Portland. We went early, around 4:30, because we didn't have a reservation. We got seated immediately. As we walked in we saw that the venue was beautiful in an old school way. Lots of dark, rich wood booths and trim. Our server was Summer. She gave us excellent service and made us feel welcomed. We appreciated her suggestions and helpfulness. First came the beer bread. It's a sweet yeast bread that was served with butter. Really tasty! My sister and I split the Tuscan Chicken summer special and the beef stroganoff. We each got a large plate of each with plenty to take home. They were both tasty! Well seasoned with tender meat and al-dente noodles. I'd get both of them again. Our friend got the turkey dinner that Huber's is famous for. She enjoyed it a lot. Then, it was time to splurge on dessert. We all ordered the chocolate mousse. It's extremely rich and quite sweet. I thought the chantilly cream was a bit too sweet, but it did complement the dark chocolate mousse. Needless to say, we all ate ours up completely. Then, our friend wanted to try their famous Spanish Coffee. It was fun to watch the waiter fill torch the triple sec to carmelize the sugar the glass was rimmed with. Quite a show! The combo of triple sec, rum and kaluah with just a bit of coffee and cream makes for a potent drink. It was fun to try, but too strong for me! It was fun to try this famous PDX restaurant and I know we will be back. Thanks Huber's for a lovely dinner! read more
While the West Coast may have a short history, this is Portland's oldest restaurant! 1879. Iconic! I cannot say it's a must stop for tourists, but the Spanish Coffee & the show that comes with it might alone be worth it! A split bar and restaurant, I only came for happy hour on the bar side. The happy hour is fairly affordable. Mongolian skewers were tasty, but small. Liver pate was decent. Artichoke & Spinach dip was strange in a way my partner couldn't place, but felt it was sour or bitter. The real treat and show was the gentleman (see pic) who made our table side Spanish Coffee. He was entertaining with laughs, tricks, and charisma! Worth the stop for this!!! read more
7 months ago
Enjoyed a lovely weekday lunch here today. I had the hot turkey sandwich, which is covered with gravy and served with a choice of mashed potatoes or dressing. I went the dressing route. It was very good and included a massive amount of fresh roasted turkey. My dining companion opted for the club sandwich which had multiple very thick slices of turkey breast and she said it was lovely. She substituted french fries for the coleslaw that traditionally is served with this dish. Very efficient and pleasant service in this historic restaurant. Beautiful dark wood covering all surfaces and historical hardware (such as the ample coat and had racks throughout.) Quite reasonable prices. This is a place I'd like to come back to for dinner sometime. read more
7 months ago
That Spanish coffee is cool I can't lie, the server I saw looked like they had this down it was pretty amazing to watch they have this down Wasn't the biggest fan of feeling so cramped in there but I also under stand it's a historical place that wants to tend to the growing community. The entrance of the area was confusing, we walked in and it felt like a fancy place, then they walked us to the back of the restaurant that looked a bit more casual. And that had its own entrance it was my first time there so that was a bit confusing. I had the special I'm going to be honest I don't remember what it was but I'm posting a photo of it! It was pretty good, it was a busy night and it took a bit for the food to come out and when it did I lightweight burnt my tounge. But thankful for the water always being full! It was funny how our table was silent with each of us enjoying our food. Pretty cool. read more
3 months ago
Tried a light dinner during happy hour at Portland's oldest restaurant - Huber's Cafe - established 1879. Solid execution on some classics - Cesar salad, calamari fritte, and house-made cheesecake Surprisingly, the turkey sandwich, for which they are well known, fell flat. The turkey was fine but nothing special, and the bread was super dry. Verdict - Not going to rush back, but would definitely go back for happy hour and some calamari and a salad. read more
8 months ago
Huber's Cafe's claim to fame is being Portland's oldest restaurant. It certainly feels like they have maintained the original look and feel. I liked the pictures on the walls showing things from yesteryear. We headed there on a Saturday night to try out their happy hour. They were probably at 90% capacity and the two of us were seated immediately. They have a drink minimum per person, but getting one drink covers that. After we ordered our beers, we saw some staff members twirling flaming drinks in their hands, and we were completely enthralled. Not wanting to live with FOMO for the rest of trip, we decided to get one. It was a Flaming Spanish Coffee, which we ordered with decaf coffee. Tastes like an Irish coffee, but the show in itself is worth the price. The table side presentation is very fun. We learned that it was a slow day for the drink maker and he had only made 150 that day. On a holiday they may have 3-4 drink makers each cranking out 300! The other items that we got were the wings and bbq turkey sandwich. I thought they were fine as pub food to go with our beers, but really nothing more than that. I'll have to come back sometime to try their traditional turkey plates. If you're in the area, definitely worth a visit to check out the restaurant and to get a Spanish coffee! read more
This is one of those places that you can't miss here in Portland. It's got that whole nostalgic-vintage-classy-at-one-time-but-not-kitsch vibe going on... We made a reservation and the place was humming with people when we arrived on a random Wednesday evening. The food is super old school which I respect- my husband's ham plate is something that I swear my grandmother would have served! The cherry on top is the performance art of the Spanish Coffee - don't think, just have it! read more
20 days ago
Fantastic, head to toe! If you want great, attentive, friendly service, AMAZING food, and perfectly done cocktails, this is the place for you! Their Fried Calamari is perfectly cook and seasoned. The Beef Stroganoff is a "MUST NOT MISS!" Their Spanish Coffee is a great show and great drink! Their Old Fashioned is spot on as well! Definitely worth the visit! Great historical value and feeling! read more
5 months ago
Super unique spot! The food and service were amazing! We had drhe famous turkey dinner with all rhe fixins' and the halibut w/ broccoli. Finished it with pumpkin pie dessert. Everything was fantastic. The beer bread starter was very different. Extensive drink menu from the bar. Must stop! read more
Stroganoff, turkey, Martini drinks, stained glass ceiling, friendly service and easy to get to in downtown Portland. It is an authentic old-fashioned restaurant that has maintained its charm, recipes and original style. With its high ceiling and multiple seating arrangements, there was nothing cramped about this place. There even is a friendly hostess at the entrance to seat you. I felt transported back in time in the interestingl city of Portland. read more
27 days ago
Stayed in Portland for the night and was looking up places to go. Found that the oldest restaurant was only a short walk away. I love me an old timey establishment. Came here and was totally charmed. It's a little bit of a maze finding it down a corridor behind one of the many doors that lead out to the street. There's stained glass in the ceiling. I believe they may be skylights but we came at night. Their drinks menu is an education in itself and full of history. Food was good. Service was good. I'll be back the next time I'm in town. read more
We had such a great time! Loved the historic nature, and the room architecture and decor. Our servers were friendly and efficient. Lots of great options on the menu and we enjoyed all our food. Our Uber driver on the way over mentioned the Spanish coffee... and every table in the room ordered it! We decided that must be the thing to do. But we had the off menu Moroccan coffee (addition of Bailys), and loved it. Both the drink and watching the bartender make it tableside. Really delicious, not just a show. After ordering we received unexpected corn bread. Very hearty with a lot of flavor. We heard they are known for turkey, and my other had the turkey plate. Even the broccoli on it was great. I had grilled chicken on ceasar which was tasty, a friend had the chicken salad which she enjoyed. We shared beer batter onion rings and while I often don't like them (too much batter, etc), these were great. Some of the best I've had. read more
29 days ago
Ronia and Olivia were so attentive, particularly to our infant: from helping get an appropriate high chair, to also giving a sample of their soup for him. We felt very loved and welcomed. The happy hour black bean nachos were tasty! We also split the turkey special which was a flavorful classic! Glad we split the meal since it was a lot of food! They even had a violinist playing beautifully which entertained our little one as well. read more
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We entered through the historic bar area - it was really beautiful! We sat in the main restaurant which was nice, quiet, and comfortable. Our waitress was awesome, and the food was amazing! The prices were reasonable, and there was no waiting when we arrived. The location in right in the center of downtown Portland, so it was easy to get to. They had so many yummy desserts to choose from, but we were too full at the end of our meal, and we were on our way to a concert so we didn't want anything to go. So, we came back the next day! We had some time leftover before we needed to catch our train home, so this time we sat in the bar area, which was lovely. We had some of their famous Spanish Coffee, and it was quite the show! We still had trouble choosing a dessert, so we got one to eat there, and one to save for later! It was all so good, and we had great service again. read more
8 months ago
Fantastic Valentines Café. Tequila and soda was perfection, The onion rings worth it! They are known for Spanish Coffee as a spectacle. We saw them being made like 5 times. Didn't need to order one. Wondering experience read more
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Absolutely wonderful. Excellent food, efficient service, and a historic ambiance that blends fine dining and a tavern setting extremely well. Get the Spanish Coffee. They are known for it and its preparation is a show. They also house bake their beer bread, which is great. Because of that, I made sure to order the Baked Bread Custard Pudding, which was huge, wonderful, and priced well. I even had enough left over of it to take back with me. Highly recommended!! read more
It's an institution. You go for the Spanish coffee and cocktails. They had some iconic dishes and the menu has a lot of variety. Reviews will focus on many things but I love the clam chowder. I believe it's made on site with lots of potatoes, clams and creamy sauce. It's hard to rave about clam chowder but it's exceptional. The garlic shrimp was also very well done. It can get crowded and with crowds come loudness and the place needs a good scrubbing, but it's Hubers. You go for the history, the Spanish coffees and yes the clam chowder. read more
2 months ago
What a special find! We have been coming for years to visit our son in Portland but have never been to Huber's. I think we found a new tradition! Great food, we had a delicious turkey sandwich with dressing and potatoes, cranberry sauce and gravy. Highly recommend. Many people were enjoying Turkish coffee, both hot and iced. Service was great, atmosphere so pleasant. Highly recommend for a special meal! We hope to be back soon! read more
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How far ahead to make reservations for Thanksgiving 2026?
Minimum 4-6 weeks. Small area and possibly some make reservations annually. Not sure. Ask em. P S
Is there a Dress code?
No! We dressed casually and saw lots of differing dress while there.
Does anyone know if Huber's is open for dinner this evening (12/26)?
An article said that, "back in the bar, servers will light your coffee on fire and pour alcohol into your glass from way above their head". I promise to spend money and tip BIG if I can get this show!!!! How can I make that happen?
We visited Huber's back in April and when we ate dinner, we saw the "show" going on at another table. We simply asked for Spanish Coffee after dinner...the bar server came to our table with this cart and it was "Oh wow!" from there! :O)
Location-there is so much craziness in Portland (after visiting Portland Grill recently), that I don't feel comfortable bringing my family to my favorite restaurant in entire Pacific Northwest. Is the neighborhood around Huber's safe early evening?
Absolutely! I recently received an email from Huber's stating that their staff leaving late at night have encountered zero problems. Had a late lunch there a few weeks ago and their social distancing set up was perfect.
Is there a cut off time for kids ( teens)to be seated, if going as a family group?
Yes in the bar I believe it's 9pm but never in the restaurant area.
Are you going to be open for thanksgiving?
Yes! They also have Turkey Packages available to take home for those uncomfortable dining in.
Do you need reservations for lunch?
With limited seating due to Covid restrictions, it is recommended.
Are reservations needed for Happy Hour or can one typically show up and be able to get a spot?
I was lucky enough to walk in by myself and find a seat. But it was very busy
Do you have any gluten free menu items?
There isn't a separate menu for gluten free options, but they are noted on the menu and the kitchen is very accommodating as far as substitutions. They don't however carry gluten bread options. Call ahead if you need gluten free pasta. It isn't…
Do you have to know a secret handshake to get offered a spot in the majestic main room?
No there's no secret handshake. If you make a reservation please ask to be seated in the old bar or the Majestic main room
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