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.

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.

When I need a sweet fix I scream for ice cream. Then, hook up a fix of seasonal flavors at salt and…read moreStraw! Ah! Love that ice cream fix!

Oh my word. Why have we never been here before?? We have looked in the window, gawked at the…read morefantastic treats that call to me like the Batman symbol... but this day we finally stopped. Everything on the menu looked amazing and I saw many menu items come out prepared and I knew I HAD to come back. Today, we got the fried chicken - hot honey - on cornbread. This was nicely proportioned and tasted amazing! That breading is to die for. Enough said. Now the real gem was this peanut butter torte - I cried a little inside!

Some places are more than restaurants -- they are Portland institutions woven into the very fabric…read moreof the city, and Papa Haydn is exactly that. Since 1978, this beloved NW 23rd treasure has been spoiling Portlanders with the kind of desserts that make you close your eyes on the first bite. My sweetheart surprised me with a warm Sunday evening date on their charming outdoor patio -- the kind of spontaneous, romantic gesture that becomes a treasured memory. Our server was warm, unhurried, and genuinely helpful in helping us choose between an impossible array of beautiful options. We settled on the Chocolate Raspberry Torte -- a rich chocolate crust filled with silky chocolate mousse, crowned with glistening fresh raspberries and a ribbon of raspberry sauce -- and the Chocolate Truffle Cake, a towering masterpiece of dark layers, ganache, and a cloud of whipped cream. Decadent and delightful don't begin to cover it. What makes Papa Haydn extraordinary is that behind every dessert is a real story -- a Berlin baker's family recipes, a sculptor sister who turned pastry into art, a dream that has now spanned generations and 700 tons of chocolate. That history lives in every bite. If you haven't been, go. If you have, go again. Portland is lucky to have them.

10/10 no notes…read more Came in on a whim and was craving tartare. I had previously came from laurelhurst market which was closed randomly? So this was the next on the list and I'm glad I came. Got sat immediately during lunch on a weekday. Ordered the tartare and garlic soup. I asked if they had lattes and they recommended me go down the hall while I wait for my order for a coffee at ranger chocolate how fun! The tartare hit the spot. Ice cold, the meat was fresh, Briney from the olives. Delicious would get again. Garlic soup, very rich. Never had it before it was delightful. Was a quick stop so I only grabbed a couple things but this was such a joy would recommend ! Looking forward to returning to try more things on the menu.

Ordered: -2 cheese charcuterie…read more -Anchovies -Happy daiquiri -Lager Pro: -Friendly staff -Dog friendly (atrium seating) -Everything was tasty! Don't skip the cocktails! Con: -A bit pricey for the portion size during happy hour ($49 total including 20% automatic gratuity)

This place is legit. We came over to get a dessert and it was so cool. Vending machines for a…read moredessert who knew. We tried something we would have never tried and it was great. Such a cool place. Highly recommend it.

When I heard Portland had a dessert vending machine, I knew it had to be on the list of places to…read morevisit! I stopped in mid afternoon on a weekday, so it was pretty quiet, which meant I had free run of the place to poke around and also try to figure out how the vending machine machines worked. Fortunately, all I had to do was actually read the posted directions and voilà, dessert! I was surprised by the price at first, but can't deny and it was a high-quality dessert. I tried the hazelnut chocolate mousse cake which had a name that I've completely forgotten now of course! It took me a while to find it while I was there, but there is a menu on a table that describes what each of the desserts are, since they are only identified by name in the vending machine.

I'm typically not a pie person, but Lauretta Jean's completely changed my mind!! Every pie I've…read moretried here has been so DELICIOUSSS and perfectly balanced without being overly sweet. You can really taste the quality in the buttery crusts . The key like pie especially deserves the hype! One thing I really love about this place is that they're always rotating seasonal and occasional flavors, so there's usually something new worth trying. The fruit pies taste fresh instead of sugary, and even the cream pies feel balanced and light. It's the kind of dessert spot where you end up thinking about your next slice before you've even finished the current one The shop itself is cozy but be prepared because it gets bust even in the evening. There's usually a line and seating can be limited, but honestly it makes sense considering how loved this place is. Definitely one of the best dessert spots in Portland.

I'm from LA--I would literally come back just for this. Pies are out of this world. Service is…read morecool, very Portland. Ambience is chill, you can even eat on the sidewalk, they have a picnic tables. Blueberry Victorian is to die for.

nuvrei was another great fine on our foodie tour of Portland…read more Their pastries were delicious and their sandwiches were the star of the show. The service was good and the ambience at both cafés were awesome

Adorable locally own coffee shop. I think it was the owner working the front based off of his…read moreconfidence and pride in his pastries. He highlighted to us the baked good that he felt came out well that day. The chocolate croissant was flakey and well balanced and the canele was the perfect little sweet treat. The blueberry muffin was jam packed with blueberries. We also ordered the rose croissant which was fun to eat. The rose was not too overpowering and added a bit of uniqueness. 10/10 great way to start the day.

Best Sunday in Portland, and best soft serve in Portland. Rad little shop, sup nice and fast…read more Cheese and crack Sunday is best all time, but don't sleep on the rotating specials either!!

Cute shop! I've been dying to try it and finally stopped by around 2PM on a Sunday and no line!…read more Which was a win The presentation? 10/10. It looks insanely good. The taste though... not bad. Just not as exciting as it looks. I got the banana pudding and was really hoping for more banana flavor. It felt pretty subtle, and there weren't many banana pieces in it. We also tried the Mud Sundae, which was fine but kind of underwhelming. The ice cream itself is thick and creamy, which I liked! But if I'm being totally honest... I might still choose Costco soft serve over this. It was still fun to try and the area is super cute. I'm glad we went but it's probably a one and done for me.

OMG!! How have I lived in Portland for five years, and not tried this place before?!…read more Wife and I walked by on Valentine's Day and went in for pie and coffee! I had the GF chocolate with hazelnuts which was amazing and the individual size pie was just enough. Latte was delicious too! My wife had the meyer lemon meringue and hasn't stopped talking about it! It was so good! Staff were super friendly! We'll be back and I would highly recommend!

Don't let the minimal working scare you, The pie Spot is a delicious pastry/ brunch/coffee spot…read morewith absolutely delicious mini pies! There's art on the walls, games you can play and lots of seating. The staff is very welcoming and helpful with questions. They have many regular mini pie options but they also had 9 gluten free pie options and 4 were also vegan! You can get savory pies too but they're not mini pies. They have lots of drink options, and dairy free milk alternatives. We plan on coming back! Regular- S'More wins Gf/df- Marion berry was yummy

first time to miss Oz ice cream in Portland…read more The service was good since they opened up as soon as I walked in. The ambiance was like a normal ice creamery scoop shop

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.