Unbelievable selection of WA and OR wines. Great flights for tastings. Owner is extremely…read moreknowledgeable and was very helpful when we decide to get some bottles to take home.

We walked in really not knowing the program, the gentleman at the counter took note and got us…read moregoing in a very kind and helpful way. Nice enough beer choices, a suggestion would be to also offer the Ghostfish Grapefruit IPA. Our gluten free diner did very well with her pizza and leftovers which says a lot. Food, we really just each got our own pizza so we could sample and have leftovers for Sunday. The Goat was mostly a favorite, probably the special brisket pizza the least favorite. Maybe more brisket or mushrooms or a nice feta would have made this one great too. Friendly people, good quality pies, a well thought out menu and dining area - we will visit again and again. Honestly, bonus points for their hours and open / off days . There is lots to do behind the scenes in a restaurant and having a good work / life balance is important.

Great service. Happy crew. Order at the counter and they bring it to your table. Super clean…read moreenvironment. Not too quiet and not too loud. Love the carafe of water and steel cup! Nice beverage selection! I ordered the sandwich special. It was a sausage sandwich that reminded me of a sloppy joe but soooo much better! It was delicious and the bread it's on was so fresh and I believe they baked it in house! The salad was awesome! Love the toppings and the way it's dressed! That was a great lunch! I need to try the pizza next!

Always good service and great food. Staff is cheery and helpful. Ambiance is pleasant…read more. I would recommend The Hammond to everyone.

Our last meal... Staff remembers us. Comes by and says…read morehello. It honestly was like visiting family. The best experience at restaurant in my life thus far!!!!

My husband and I walked past this place a few times before finally stopping in, and I'm so glad we…read moredid. We're not big wine people, but the experience completely won us over -- we'll definitely be back to try more. The service was incredible. Our server was friendly, knowledgeable, and took the time to walk us through everything without ever making us feel rushed or out of place. The ambiance is adorable and cozy. My favorite part: you can build your own little charcuterie board, convenience-store style. They had a great selection of cheeses, hard salami, jam, and crackers. It was such a fun, unique touch. Overall: amazing experience, amazing service, and great wine. Can't wait to come back!

Friendly, knowledgable service from a trained sommelier. You can choose your our ingredients for a…read morecharcuterie board. And great wine -- a good pour. Classes, live music, and book club are also offered. We'll de back!

We ordered the Cascade Natural Steak with seasonal vegetables, house Worcestershire, demi-glace,…read moreand added grilled prawns. The steak was absolutely delicious! My sister and I decided to split it, and the restaurant went above and beyond by plating it on two separate plates for us. The photos show our individual portions--and that's only half each! It really shows how generous the serving size is. The service was excellent, and our server was friendly and attentive throughout the meal. The atmosphere was exactly what you'd want from a steakhouse: comfortable, welcoming, and not too loud, making it easy to enjoy dinner and conversation. Everything was cooked perfectly, and we really appreciated the extra touch of splitting the meal for us. We had a wonderful experience and will definitely be back!

It was my first time dining at this restaurant. I don't often crave for steak, but Roots would…read moredefinitely won me over for their tasty steaks. They offer only medium to medium-rare. I would prefer something a little bit more done. But their steaks definitely do not disappoint. I have been to other steak houses in the Portland area. Roots beats other famous Portland steak houses by their flavor, tenderness, service, atmosphere and portion size. However, their menu items are quite pricey. My steak was nicely cooked and seasoned. The mashed potato and veggies were excellent. They topped the steak with couple pickled onion rings which was quite refreshing. And don't forget the garlic infused butter served with the steak. It was wonderful. I had my wedge salad while my husband had their soup of the day. It was a big salad which Ai appreciate. The blue cheese crumbles and salad dressing was fantastic. The chocolate mousse dessert was a piece of art. It was quite big and can be easily shared with another person. The atmosphere inside was nice and modern in a warm sense. The servers were very attentive. I am not sure what brand of root beer do they serve but it was very good.

We took both Dads to La Provence. we have always enjoyed the food here. from the croissants with…read moreraspberry jam to the more interesting offerings. Our party was a bit conservative so...we ordered conservativey croissant sandwiches, OH MY GOODNESS, BLTs all around. Stuffed with bacon, lettuce, avocado, cheese and egg, whattt? Absolutely delicious and then, HOUSE MADE Potato Slad to die for. I wanted a quart to take home! We have eaten her many times, Never to be disappointed. The entire staff are welcoming, smiling, happy and welcoming. What more could you ask for? Take me back!

We attempted to visit La Provence around 11A during a previous trip to Vancouver, but the wait was…read moretoo long and we had an extensive drive home ahead of us. This time, we arrived around 9A and were seated approximately 30 minutes later in the very well-heated patio area. Our server was welcoming and returned quickly for our drink order. I chose an oat-milk chai and was not disappointed. For a restaurant presented as a French bistro, I was surprised that there wasn't a single quiche on the menu. I almost ordered the BLT, but I wanted to try something different, so I chose the west coast salmon benedict with provençal potatoes and butternut squash. The hollandaise was tasty, but the benedict itself was mixed for me. It was served on a sliced croissant, which sounded appealing but wasn't sturdy enough for the toppings and quickly became soggy. Thankfully, I had removed the top half and eaten it separately. I was also expecting the thin slices of smoked salmon you might find on a bagel, but instead received a salmon fillet whose smoked flavor was barely noticeable -- perhaps the Hollandaise overwhelmed it. The butternut squash was delicious and outshined the potatoes by several miles. I wish I had asked for an entire side of squash bc some of the potatoes tasted stale, much like McDonald's fries that have been sitting around for a few hours. My daughter ordered the risotto cakes and eggs, which also made me question the "French bistro" identity, since risotto is Italian. SIL had the corned beef hash. Hubby ordered the chef's omelet with a side of bacon. And the grandbabies had pancakes, bacon, and eggs. My family makes it very obvious when food is delicious: lots of nodding, happy sighs, "You need to try this," or completely cleaned plates. Breakfast did not produce any of that. As our server was preparing to close out the tab, we asked for the dessert menu so we can sing happy birthday to one of our grandbabies. We ordered the Versailles cake and a pavlova. The Versailles was the definite winner. Suddenly, there were the yum sounds and the "You need to try this" comments. We all agreed that its light texture and coffee chocolate flavor were wonderfully similar to our beloved cappuccino mousse cake from Schubert's Bakery SF. It wasn't overly sweet, and the velvety dark-chocolate ganache was delicious. I enjoyed it so much that I went home and immediately searched for a Versailles cake recipe, only to discover that "Versailles" apparently isn't an established French dessert, but La Provence's name for its chocolate sponge layered with vanilla, coffee, and dark chocolate mousses. The pavlova was enjoyable, but it inspired nowhere near the enthusiasm of the Versailles. Between the polenta, risotto, pesto, burrata, mascarpone, tiramisu, avocado toast, corned beef hash, Benedicts, and conspicuous absence of quiche, I left wondering how much of the actual menu is French. There are certainly French ingredients, sauces, pastries, and techniques, but the overall experience felt more like a Pacific Northwest brunch café with French and Italian influences than a true French bistro. Would I return when visiting our daughter and her family? Not on my own accord. If the family chose it, I would definitely go, but I would adjust my expectations and not think of it as a French bistro, order an oat chai, request extra butternut squash, and save plenty of room for the Versailles.

We always enjoy our evenings at Portland Wine Bar, and last night was no exception. We joined a few…read morefriends, who are wine club members, for a casual tasting and some small bites, and it was lovely. The wine here is consistently delicious, thoughtfully curated, and always comes with great recommendations from the friendly, knowledgeable staff. You can tell they really care--not just about wine, but about creating a welcoming, relaxed space to enjoy it in. The atmosphere is cozy without feeling cramped. Whether you're catching up with friends or just savoring a quiet glass, it feels comfortable and inviting. Tucked between Hawthorne and Division on SE 50th, the location makes it an easy destination. We've been here a few times now, and it keeps calling us back. A true gem for wine lovers and anyone who enjoys a little warmth with their pour.

Great hidden gem in SE Portland. It's close to a busy street and I've passed by it at least weekly…read moresince it opened in 2019 but thankfully we decided to check it out. The inside is very nicely decorated and the staff are very friendl and accommodating. The weather was unseasonably nice for mid-October so we sat outside at one of their many picnic tables. Despite being close to a busy street, the seating area was quiet and whoever does their garden boxes knows what they're doing. Just lovely. There's a good assortment of wines to try and the person at the counter was very helpful in walking us through them. I will definitely be back.

Cool vibe! Great wine! Nice bartenders!! Stopped in for a glass of wine, and the gentleman was…read moresuper helpful in finding one for me. Thank you!!

Awesome selection of great beer on tap, and wines by the glass. Additionally, there is pretty dang…read moredecent bottles selection for beer, wine, and nonalcoholic drinks and the prices are very reasonable. Cool and helpful staff. The interior design is absolutely beautiful. Lush healthy plants everywhere, beautiful bar with pretty pink tiles and the backyard seating is awesome as well. Pretty tables, lush trees, flowers on the tables, etc. You can tell a lot of time and attention went into creating this experience. It feels perfectly curated. Plus, the record shop next-door??!? so happy this moved into our neighborhood. Awesome spot to catch up with friends, or a great spot to grab a pint or glass of wine and read a book.

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!

I've had a number of great experiences at Birch Street, and recently popped in for happy hour. It…read morewas a lovely summerish day so I opted to sit street-side, which was very pleasant. There's table delivery service but no table-side ordering so I headed in and ordered the current special Pecan Old Fashioned and waited for my friend. When he got there, he ordered the Gin Gimlet and Brie Fondue, which was served with sliced baguette and apple. The street-side vibe was great, we go to people-watch and enjoy the weather, while also enjoying great drinks. I used to live just of the street, and find that it's one of the places I'm happy to make the cross-town drive to visit.

What a cool spot. Very fun cocktails, sociable servers and great food. Not a spot for dinner, but…read morewonderful shareables (artichoke heart dip and pulled pork flatbreads) and desserts (chocolate lava cake and ice cream). If you can come hang out after 8 pm on Friday or Saturday they have live music. Perfect date night for us old folk. Looking forward to returning sometime soon.