I. Love. Diners. Therefor, I love Stepping Stone but seriously this place is a little gem of a…read morerestaurant. Their motto being "You eat here because we let you" or something of the sort is a little strange but I kinda like it and the food is good enough I'm ok with them standing on all ten toes with this statement. I had the biscuits and gravy, two eggs and sausage patties. All were outstanding especially the gravy. Perfectly peppery. The service was attentive without being pushy and the interior of this place is like an ADD afflicted persons dream. Lots going on. Do yourself a favor and try to get out here but do it early or on a weekday because the weekends can be ridiculous with the line trying to get in.

My experience at The Stepping Stone was disappointing from start to finish…read more The restaurant was extremely crowded, noisy, and felt unclean and disorganized. It lacked the welcoming atmosphere you hope for when sitting down to breakfast. Although our server was friendly, he appeared inexperienced, and the overall operation felt chaotic. The food arrived in a reasonable amount of time, and we were in the restaurant for approximately 30 minutes total. After finishing our meal, I requested the check and asked that the remainder of my disabled friend's breakfast be boxed up. After paying, I stayed at the table for just a few minutes to finish the cup of coffee I had purchased while my friend briefly went to the car because of his disability. Before I could even finish my coffee, a man who appeared to be the owner or manager approached our table and asked, "Are you going to be much longer? We have people waiting." I found this remarkably unprofessional. We had already paid, had occupied the table for only about half an hour, and I was simply finishing my coffee. When I asked what the issue was, I was told they needed to be considerate of the customers waiting. My response was simple: "I'm a customer too, and I don't feel you've shown the same consideration to me." I fully understand that restaurants need to manage busy periods and turn tables efficiently. However, hospitality is measured by how customers are treated, especially after they've chosen to spend their money in your establishment. Rushing paying guests out the door particularly when one member of the party has a disability is not good customer service. It communicates that maximizing turnover is more important than treating guests with respect. There are countless breakfast restaurants in Portland that serve good food while making customers feel welcome and appreciated. Unfortunately, The Stepping Stone failed at the most important part of the dining experience: hospitality. Based on this experience, I will not be returning, nor would I recommend it to others.

Delicious Mac and cheese! Came in a cauldron, heaping portion for just $13 - wow!!…read more Not fast service, but friendly and everything was great.

Celebrated a 50th birthday party here for a family member, because it was his favorite restaurant,…read moreat this time. Between all of us, we probably tried many of the items on the menu. Hubby had the Chicken Enchilada. He said it was OK. I had the Pan Seared Trout. I didn't care for the Broccolini, so I asked to substitute, and the asparagus was an option. Everything else was delicious, as expected here, since this is our third visit here. We also ordered appetizer and sweets! All were very good! Many of the dishes were great. Environment was great. Everyone had a good time. The drinks were good. Service was prompt and cordial.

Great find!!! We live in the neighborhood; thought we'd give it a try even though not staying at…read morethe hotel. The cedar plank salmon was perfectly cooked and the steak salad also delicious with fresh arugula, well balanced dressing, and the steak cooked the way I like it. The service was pleasant and responsive.

Given the name, I was half afraid I'd be walking into a blacksmithing shop, but the sorta cozy,…read morekinda refined space calmed me down quickly. It's basically the Silver Cloud hotel restaurant, tucked off to the side of the lobby, but even though it's small it's laid out well enough that you don't feel that way. My chipper waitress was instantly welcoming, hooking me up with water and vino pronto, and those garlic fries were perfectly thin and crispy and hella garlicky- just the way I like em. I'll have to come vs k and try their real food and happy hour menu, which looks legit.

I found G-love from an internet search on Yelp for organic restaurants in Northwest Portland. I…read morecan't even express how delicious the food was not to mention the incredible service we received. I happen to be gluten-free and dairy-free and I was provided a marked up menu that informed me of every option available to me either as a regular menu item or a modified dish. There were so many amazing options I could not even try them all! The area is very active and inviting and the restaurant, it's staff and it's food are out of this world! Those eating with me are not as restricted as I am and also found the food incredibly delicious and healthy. I highly recommend G-love!!!

Everything was amazing. Hands down best restaurant. All the food was delicious and even though I…read morewas full I kept eating!

We've been to Bantam Tavern over a dozen times -- and for good reason. What started as a casual…read moreneighborhood bar visit turned into a regular obsession. Sara and Lace behind the bar craft cocktails that are personable and perfectly executed. But the real surprise is the kitchen: Trevor (formerly of Interurban) and George (ex-St. Jack's) bring a level of culinary curation you simply don't expect at a neighborhood spot. We ask a lot of questions when food is this good -- and they always deliver answers worth hearing. Exceptional quality at very reasonable prices. This place is a gem."

Happy hour on our first night in Portland, I specifically chose Bantam Tavern on Taco Tuesday…read morebecause of the reviews. I got a margarita, $10 on happy hour and the special tacos. This is a small comfortable neighborhood pub, with a few tables and a long bar. We sat at the bar. Bartender was cordial but not very interested in us, seems there were locals to chat with. I was disappointed I didn't get to try the chili roasted carrots, which were shown as a side or appetizer on the website menu. The bartender informed me they were only available in the tacos that day. I didn't order the carrot tacos, just two grilled chicken tacos. But at his suggestion, I ordered a $9 roasted vegetable and romescu sauce as a side dish. It was spectacular! Fennel, beets, yellow squash, all fresh and tiny like they came from the farmers market that day. The chicken tacos were loaded with charred chunks of chicken thigh, red onions, cotija cheese and cilantro. So much meat! The corn tortillas were a bit stiff but held up fine. And the chef introduced her cucumber salsa when she brought out our dishes. It was lovely, but could have used a lot more than the tiny cup provided. No second drink for me that night, happy hour was over. But the margie and tacos were spot on! Husband had a taco combo for $12 that I failed to photograph. We were both stuffed and happy. Still wondering about the carrots though!

This place is ALWAYS on point. Tonight I had one of the best burgers I've ever had there. Employees…read moreare always super nice and accommodating and the space is super chill and cute. Everything I've ordered here has been absolutely delicious. Go check them out!

After perusing the website, we attempted happy hour at The Pharmacy. There is no table service at…read morethis dive bar, you order at the bar and the chef brings out your dishes. They have a sense of humor, and I loved the "open" sign so much I took a picture. The bartender is gruff but gets the job done. They have some happy hour food plus different drink specials every day. After asking some questions and sampling both the frozen drinks available (this got the bartender talking about the ingredients), I decided on a full price $13 tropical slushie drink from the spinning machine. It was boozy and delicious, but not on special. Husband had a $7 pilsner. I ordered the Pharmacy burger, lettuce wrapped with sweet potato fries and I requested a side of ranch which never arrived. The burger was supposed to be $14 with a $2 add for sweet potato fries. We paid at the bar before seeing our meals, so when I went back and reflected on what I was actually charged ($18) it was clearly not the happy hour price. The lettuce wrapped burger was just a flabby standard commercial frozen patty of ground meat cooked on the flat grill, with one sad leaf of lettuce on the bottom and top. Disappointing and lacking flavor, at least there were pickles and sauce on the bottom. Do you sweet potato fries were clearly from a prefab frozen bag, waffle cut and fried till they were overly crisp and double cooked greasy. Without my ranch dressing to disguise them, short of sticking my head in the kitchen or bothering the bartender again, I suffered in silence. Husband had the buffalo wings $16 for ten, and they came with two blue cheese dressing cups. The wings are actually excellent, very crispy, not huge wings but with a clean bright buffalo sauce. Lesson here, come for the drinks and the wings! Pay attention to the daily specials on the chalkboard outside and go with that. Locals hang here playing pinball games, and I bet they draw a consistent crowd. But for me, the food needs to be better for me to return.

During our week's visit in Portland, this was the best meal we consumed! I loved the creative…read moremenu, and planned to be there for Happy Hour so we could sample several items. The one drink minimum is not a deterrent for us, and the food specials were varied and a good value. We were seated outside as the weather was cooperative, even for the hot first week of August. I ordered the sangria, a large fruity boozy concoction with an orange wedge garnish. Husband had a draft beer, an affordable choice most places. I started with the watermelon gazpacho, and loved the flavors and textures. Next was the peaches and burrata, to which I added a side of chicken breast. Creamy cheese swimming in lots of pesto, it included only three slices of grilled peach. It was lovely and I wanted more. I especially enjoyed the chopped pistachio topping. The chicken was a large portion, grilled on the flat grill then sliced. A little plain, but necessary protein. Husband ordered the ravioli, which came with fresh tomatoes, pine nuts and basil. He really enjoyed this dish, even though he requested it without the corn I would have consumed. It had a nice sprinkle of finely grated Parmesan and a puddle of olive oil. We didn't save room for dessert, and don't recall all the specifics of the table service. But I remember the delicious food and would happily return!

This was our first time having Sunday brunch at Papa Haydn, and we truly enjoyed it! The food was…read moreexcellent, but the service really elevated the experience. Everyone was genuinely friendly and attentive, making us feel well cared for without it being over the top. What I especially appreciated was how relaxed the atmosphere was for a Sunday brunch. It wasn't crowded or noisy, so we could really sit back, savor our food, and have a good chat. We had a reservation, though it seemed like walk-ins would be perfectly fine too. After brunch, we asked if we could move outside for dessert, and they were very accommodating. Sitting on the patio on a warm Portland summer day with coffee and a Papa Haydn dessert made for the perfect ending. Great food, friendly service, and that cozy neighborhood Portland vibe. We're definitely coming back! The crab omelet was delicious, the coffee hit the spot, and the dessert was fantastic.

A haiku review:…read more Chorizo verde Avo crema on the top Whole plate full of green Chips crunch in each bite Molten green chili queso Strong bee's knees cocktail

I'm a fan of Breakside beers but this location isn't as great for me since it's so loud between…read moremusic and the acoustics of the building. You have to see the host for seating but then order at the bar or through your phone. Phone ordering is fine - sometimes it's easier if you're not in a rush to order and then at some point your order will come. They do have a great deal, which is $15 for a cheese burger and a pint. Their white tea ale right now is great. Food was meh to pretty great, depending on the dish. I'd skip the fried tofu and chicken wrap but stick with the burgers and pretzels. Overall I prefer the Beaverton location with the food carts.

Looked forward to trying this place…read more. Got.. (1) The Beast which is a smashed burger with cheese and pickles and special sauce.. patties were thin like bacon and too crispy and thin .. just okay because of that, not a fan; (2) Hand Cut Fries were too crispy to my liking and had a certain taste that I wasn't a fan of.. Herby Ranch was not good 2.5 Stars.. maybe chicken sandwich is better?

I like. Beast burger was smashed to perfection, crispy yet juicy and flavorful. Added egg for extra…read moreyum. You get a lot of goodness for the price.

Lovely atmosphere that makes you feel very cozy along with the nice live jazz in the background…read more The servers were really nice and friendly, but it took us a while to get a hold of our server when ordering and stuff. Rarely check up on us, never offers a refills, and is never around. I assumed because the restaurant were busy but the restaurant was barely packed. The food was not the greatest and very pricy desserts. The chicken was very dry and hard and fries were really salty.The steak was very hard too although it was medium rare and again very salty fries, and a very small portion for quite a pricy price. I would only come back to have drinks and listen to live music not for the food for sure.

We visited during Happy Hour and immediately noted that Jo Bar and Rotisserie is warm and…read morewelcoming. The restaurant is clean with a muted, cozy aesthetic featuring large windows that offer light and a good view of what's happening outside. *They also offer outdoor dining. For appetizers, we ordered the crostini with cheese fondue. Our mains; consisted of a cheeseburger with fries, and Mr. Wonderful dined on the Carnitas tacos. Everything was delicious.