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Original Joe's

3.1 (36 reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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Moderate noise
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Jeremy S.

Not a really good first experience at Original Joe's yesterday for lunch. Usually when you have only a few items on your menu, you have to do those items very well.....this place doesn't do that. Both my gf love gyros so that's what we ordered. We got the beef (not having lamb as an option is a big no-no if you carry gyros). The only thing we cared for was the bread and feta. Everything else inside was not of very good quality, especially the minimal amount of meat. The place was clean, but our server wasn't very friendly either, she seemed inconvenienced and kinda cranky. We won't return.

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Chris S.

Excellent deli with yummy options randing from sandwiches to really delicious bento, all served with friendly service. I've never had to wait and it's rarely more than $10 for a great meal. Definitely check it out! YO JOE (pro): Inexpensive good food served with a smile JOE BLOW (con): They're wasted on Janzten Beach

Diarrhea-causing food, plus the gyros too.
Lynny P.

Stopped by for some bento and beef gyros.. The food wasn't spectacular. It was just "ok". After that, I started having an upset stomach and then ended up having bad diarrhea all night until early morning. I'm never going there again.

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The different types of goods is good. Was a great item to eat for breakfast while waiting for a car upgrade.

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Awful. Chicken and rice, so simple. Somehow they royally messed up such a simple dish. Yuck.

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The food was good until I found a hair stuck in the rice. They were super nice but I won't be coming back any time soon.

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4.3(2.2k reviews)
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Yet another exceptional experience at Tin Shed. If there's a better server than Derek in town, I…read morehadn't them yet. Took out of state visitors there for brunch and everyone adored this place. It's so warm and inviting and their welcome to dogs is the icing on the cake. One in our group (a kid) had the tofu and kale with cheesy grits and was happy with their choice. Two of us had the Everything Naughty and enjoyed our varied choices. One had the Proletarian cheeseburger and said it was very good and the last had the single Berry Sunshine French Toast and thought it was perfection. Mimosas were good as well.

wow. i just love tin shed…read more anytime someone flies in and has an early arrival time, i take them to tin shed for breakfast! there is truly something for everyone. i love their self serve hot coffee & normally just stick to that but last visit i got a cold brew. it was so lovely, i got one to go! my friend got a bloody mary and it looked exceptional! to eat i got the everything naughty and per our outstanding server, i got half and half gravy (bacon & the mushroom)! i normally always get the mushroom, its creamy and delicious. i was SOOOO happy getting both. the bacon was crispy in the gravy giving it an insanely good texture, taste is 10/10 too. the chicken apple sausage is perfection especially dipped in the mushroom gravy. their potato cakes are out of this world easily a 10/10 for me. they lowkey remind me of latkes my grandma would make. we got cheesy grits for the table and i truly just couldn't stop eating them. the everything nice was delicious. i had a few bites of french toast and LOVED it. everyone just kept saying "wow this is so good". our server was warm & friendly. i've had them a few times & always am so thrilled when i realize im in their section. we sat on the patio & it was LOVELY! the weather was perfect for it. it's not too loud either which is so nice. parking is always easy for me but i can see how at busier times it would take a bit of patience to find a spot. prices are super reasonable for the portions as well! it's always such a treat to come to tin shed. i can't wait to come back!

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Gabbiano's

4.1(330 reviews)
4.2 mi•Concordia, Alberta Arts District, Northeast Portland
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I absolutely love Gabbiano's. The service is always great and the food is always in point…read more I had the Caesar of course which is always yummy. The chicken Parmesan, they had agnolotti on when I went which was delicious, and spaghetti and meatballs. We always get the fried mozzarella. It's so good. Also have to start with the house made bread with vinegar and oil. It's such solid food I keep going back. The tiramisu is always a must here. The drinks are delicious and it's such a cute space. I recommend it to everyone who asks where they should go eat! Can't wait to go back.

i came here at 6:30pm on a monday and i really wish i made a reservation because it was insanely…read morepacked. we waited nearly an hour before we were seated. i also brought a cake to eat inside the restaurant because it was my birthday but i was told that they would have to charge $20 if we ate it inside. that felt very unreasonable especially since they didn't make the cake. the food took very long. i can't remember anymore but it must've been around 40 minutes. the fortunate thing is that the food was very good. i usually don't like calamari but they made it very well. everything was pretty good but the chicken parm and spaghetti were extremely salty. i liked the chicken parm best and overall felt like the flavors all complimented each other very well. i had a lot of critiques of this place but at least the employees were all very kind and tried their hardest to make up for all the unfortunate events. i'm not sure if i would come back here since it was very expensive and salty, but i do think it's a good place to check out once.

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Wilder

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I've looked forward to writing this review for a number of weeks now... ashamed I haven't done it…read moresooner. Wilder. WOW. JUST WOW. This is another one of those rare reviews I write where I regret we can't give more than 5-stars! Wilder is truly one of the greatest restaurants in all of the Portland metro. Discovered on a random Saturday morning months ago, we stumbled in for a late brunch... it was a knock-your-socks off moment. First, their Benedict is absolutley delectable! We all know I'm a sucker for a good Benedict but I'll put this one in my top-3 EVER! Absolutely wonderful! Secondly, having returned multiple times for brunch, I can confidently say, you can't choose wrong from their menu! During brunch one morning, we came to the realization that Wilder offers dinner, as well! Sure enough, we were back within the week. First thing we noticed was gluten-free fried chicken... what? Who would have thought?!?! Of course, it was on the list + their Steak Tartare. I'll just say, we couldn't have ordered better. Their chicken is literally, out of this world. Having lived in the southeast of the country twice now, I feel as though I've experienced some pretty darn good fried chicken. However, the Wilder's Fried Chicken was absolutely enchanting, every bite! The Steak Tartare was served beautifully, with a yolk on top... how much better does it get? Ambiance is cozy and romantic. Bright and intimate in the mornings for brunch, dark and moody in the evenings for dinner. It strikes the perfect mood, every visit. We would be remiss not to mention their fabulous staff. Each and every member of their team is a delight. Professional, kind, friendly, and engaging. Nothing but positive interactions, every single time. Drinks are wonderful, bar staff is obviously knowledgable. Great selection of spirits and wine. Food is to die for. Staff is top-notch! Wilder has earned nothing less than a perfect 5-star rating. Truly in our Top 3 favorite restaurants in all of Portland and permanently on our weekly list of places to visit. As it has started to become our Friday "date night" spot, it certainly makes me anxious for the weekends to get here! Go enjoy, you won't regret it! Thank me later!

Wow! Been sleeping on this place. Everyone that worked there was a delight and seemed to work…read moreeffortlessly together. Special shout out to the kitchen staff for big multitasking energy: watching the game, closing out the place, and firing out some amazing food. Wilder's near-close happy hour offerings were both tasty and generous. Cocktails featured offerings from local distillers that yielded complex flavors but nothing that was "trying too hard" to be artisanal. Also Made my date's night that they were using polenta as a bun.

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4.1(237 reviews)
3.5 mi•Humboldt, North Portland
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Just an overall great experience…read more I got there shortly after 5, thinking I'd beat an evening rush, but it was packed. Dim lighting, lots of seating, a clear favorite for friends meeting up. The bartenders welcomed me when I came in and promptly served me when I took a seat at the bar. Everyone working there was nice and seems like they actually enjoy their jobs and the people they work with. I loved just watching how they communicated. It was inviting. I started with the Improved Old Fashioned. Solid. I came here specifically for the wings, as I heard they were some of the better ones in town, so I put in an order promptly. They came out steaming. These are big wings. And they are absolutely delicious. Crispy in the best way from their double fried technique. The buffalo sauce was perfect. I had to order a Rainier about halfway through to help me wash it down. Completely devoured both and seriously considered for staying for one more drink because the vibes were immaculate, but I wanted to give up my seat so that someone else could enjoy the same experience I just had. Cant wait to return.

My husband and I came here for a date on a Friday night, arriving around 8pm and it was packed. The…read moreinside is cool, I liked the art hanging on the walls and the plants around the joint. We sat at a counter near the door and our drink order was taken pretty fast. I ordered a passionfruit gimlet and it was delicious. When we put in our food order, we didn't expect it would take almost an hour to get a burger, a fish sandwich and an order of onion rings. I suppose the kitchen might've been backed up? But next time we'll make sure we aren't hungry when we arrive just in case. I finished my gimlet and ordered another drink before the food came. I ordered a margarita, as my husband mentioned them being on some list for the best margarita in Portland, but there was a taste in it that really reminded me of cleaning solution. The waitress was really kind and when I told her, she swapped it out for another passionfruit gimlet and removed the margarita from the bill. When the food arrived, I was sooooo hungry, so I can't tell if it was truly an excellent fish sandwich or if I was just that excited to have food. I really enjoyed it though! And the onion rings were such a perfect, crispy texture. Overall, it was good and I would go back! I would just go at a less busy time or before I was already hungry.

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3.7(914 reviews)
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Great spot, lots of space, dog-friendly…read more Nice happy hour, we got some wings, fritters and deviled eggs. Eggs were a bit on the sweet-side, but very well-done. The wings were maybe the best wings I've ever had. Nicely smoked, fat rendered down, but very juicy. Fritters, very big portion, and great fry. Drinks are great and I really liked how they have heavy glasses. I'm a believer that the glass if part of the drink and a bad or cheap one can totally ruin the experience. People are super nice and come back often, great table service no matter where you sit.

To be honest. This was a last minute choice because Tin Shed had an hour wait. But grateful we came…read morehere instead. It's a Friday morning and we just picked up my brother in-law from the airport. Now looking for some good breakfast. We've been her before and it was good, but today was better. No wait to get in and the vibe here is cool, retro, and friendly. Our food came out quickly and so good. I got the Hash. Filled with veggies and I added eggs. The sauce really made this dish. The fried potatoes were cooked to crispy perfection. You could share this if you add another side of eggs. We were finished eating before we ever would have been sat at the Shed. Plus they have a full bar and there is outside seating as well. I've been here on busy days and the service can get a bit slow. But on a day like today, best choice ever. Thank you Radio Room.

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Radio Room - Restaurant seating area.

Restaurant seating area.

Radio Room - Wings are a new favorite. Gonna bring some Kinder's sauce...

Wings are a new favorite. Gonna bring some Kinder's sauce...

Radio Room - Dining room

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Joe Brown’s Lounge

Joe Brown’s Lounge

4.3(21 reviews)
3.6 mi•King, Northeast Portland
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Before I get into it, I already know that I will give this place another try so don't hate me too…read moremuch for the review! Chose to order online and go in for pick up. The estimated time was pretty close to spot on so that was nice. The inside is pretty small, but I don't think that's too much of an issue, there is a little bar area and a TV that has a basketball game on. They do have a covered little patio area as well I saw. We ordered numerous things because it was our first time and wanted to try some stuff. We got the catfish, which was pretty decent, not a lot of meat. The breading was good and cooked perfectly. The tartar sauce went well with it. I would get that again. We ordered the steak bites and for us they were very overcooked and kind of chewy. The dipping sauce was similar to a steak sauce and was not bad. We also got the mac & cheese. I did not care for it, but my spouse thought it was OK. The yams, the yams, the yams. They were so flavorful! Reminded me of my grandma making them. Got the Cobb salad and will not get that again. Definitely wilted lettuce not a lot of toppings and the dressing was terrible. The picture online looked amazing and I was really craving a Cobb...didn't hit the spot. We also tried the garlic noodles which were kind of clumpy and heavy on the garlic, which is fine, but it was a little too much for me. My spouse thought they were good. I had to try the wings because I love them. I asked for soy garlic and I'm pretty sure I got barbecue. But the wings came dry and then the sauce was on the side. Honestly was not a fan of either and only ate two. God side of dirty rice, which was pretty good but the, fried rice balls were amazing. We could have eaten 20 of those! I know a lot of places sometimes are hit or miss and depends on the day. Overall, I just was not super happy with the meal. That's OK. That's my opinion. Maybe down the line will try some different items from there. Enjoy if you check it out.

I definitely love this place and now it's new name is sidelines and it is absolutely the best. I…read morelove the folks that work there so Curtis said friendly. I'm a elderly person. They treat me with so much love and kindness. I recommend that everyone goes there and has a good meal

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Joe Brown’s Lounge
Joe Brown’s Lounge
Joe Brown’s Lounge

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