Great service. Mundane atmosphere. Disappointing food. Dry morcillo, VERY dry halibut, passable but pricey ribeye, decent sides (mushrooms were better than gnudi), terrific cocktails, disappointing wine pricing, feel free to skip dessert. read more

One of our favorite special occasion restaurants. Always delicious with top-notch service.

Had long been looking to come to Ox and had a lovely first visit. The restaurant layout is unique, with an outdoor space, indoor dining area, and an another sub dining space which is where we were sat. Noise volume was not crazy high but it was a busy evening for a Monday. The service was excellent. Our server did a great job explaining the menu and helped steer our ordering which was much appreciated. She was attentive and kind, really all you can ask for. Food overall was quite tasty. I might just order differently if I were to go back. Standout for me was definitely the chowder. I'm not sure honestly how much the marrow added but damn that broth was heavenly. Perfect to go with the fresh bread. We also got the halibut special which was delicious. When it came to meats we did the asado for 2 and the lamp shoulder. Everything was seasoned beautifully and cooked well. The skirt steak was a standout from the meat side and the portions were large. The spare ribs were a bit of a disappointment being pretty fatty and the blood sausage just isn't for everyone. Next time around I would probably go for more of an incidental steak vs ordering the asado. It's also just a ton of meat to take down. The dessert was a sorbet at chocolate olive oil cake which was nice as well. Overall tasty, just may order differently in the future. Appetizers all seemed like great options! read more

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Where to start? Service is very qualified and knows the menu back to front and inside out. The food is excellent and worth every cent. The menu is very easy to read. The decor is excellent. Would eat here every day. Would recommend read more

Planned my whole trip to Portland for this place! Skirt steak with chimichuri was to die for and we ordered 20 oz and had no leftovers Definitely recommend reservation and dining slightly after sunset for ultimate beautiful lighting! Of course also enjoyed the beautifully crafted dessert strawberry tres leches, and we finished the entire dessert in minutes If you're ever in Portland , ox is a must! You won't regret it! read more

First time at Ox mostly because it generally requires planning ahead and partner and I generally kind of suck at that. We finally pulled it together and ate here. And, it's a great idea. It hits all the important points- great food, excellent service and a comfortable room. And- it actually has parking, not the "we have parking" which generally means three spots. Nope this place has actual parking with spaces big enough to get out of your car. We ate in the outside space and it's a lovely choice with tall green walls with white flowers and tables set a comfortable distance apart/ yup, another way this place nails it. The service was spot on: attentive, knowledgeable and relaxed. A charming bunch of folks who did that important thing - actually looked like they enjoyed their job. No rush, no temple of dining vib just a general sense of we have a great menu and let me help you figure out what you might like to eat. Very nice! And let's talk about the food- as you might expect - it's great. We came in expecting to order the pile of meat for two but ended up with mushrooms with grilled sweetbreads, beet salad, oyster/half-shell, some great bread and a single pour of orange wine and a beer. Good list of single pours and the entire wine list has reasonably priced bottles. We will be back to cruise down the rest of the menu- and couple of years ago the James Beard crew gave them a well deserved nod. Beard was a local guy after all- grew up in Portland with his foodie mother. So- great food, interesting menu comfortable room, and delightful service at a reasonable price for the quality. Eat here! read more

Really Excellent food. Best ribeye we have ever had. All the food was beyond excellent. The service be was incredible too read more

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Clam chowder with bone marrow. 2 things you would never think go together. But you'd be wrong. Wish it were easier to get a reso, so saving them for the next special occasion! read more

Nice atmosphere, friendly staff, and well prepared dishes made dinner enjoyable, with minor delays being the only drawback preventing a perfect evening out for us tonight with friends or family. read more

We were a big group so we managed to try different things from the menu. We loved the porkchop because it had glazed which was so nice. It was seasoned good too. The rib eye was good too. Also they had this potato cream soup that they gave us a tease of. I kept asking for it but they wouldn't give me extra oh well. I also liked my mushroom side as well as the potatoes (very crispy!) the food took awhile to arrive though i think almost 45 mins or so. read more

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This was a bucket list item for a long. Awesome ambience, best service and delicious food We have tried their bone marrow soup and it's a must try, gives you many flavors in a single scoop. Steak is also a best in class A must try place for steak lovers. They have nice parking space read more

The food is unbelievable! I highly recommend the Filet and the Ribeye. What we didn't realize is that they also accept walk-ins . The food, the service, and the ambiance, all met and exceeded our expectations. read more

Hands down one of the best steaks I have ever had, Ox is a must when your in Portland. Also, order the carrots, they have ruined carrots for me at any other restaurant. Creative, fun, lively and inventive. Yum on all levels. read more

Ordered a veal maitake, full of flavor and different tastes and the sweatbreads were soft and the right diversity of texture. $45 and got satisfied levels of full which is fair in comparison to Le Pigeon that has tiny dishes. The menu is tricky to figure out without pictures or knowing how spicy things are or how big things are so you don't know what you are getting into so I had to make up my mind on one item for my budget. Atmosphere, kind of cramped well it is if they force you to the bar and then you have to listen to random business person on the phone all night and all the loud chatter in the background. Service semi attentive as they are busy but I got my order in and out. Parking is tricky and hopefully you catch someone leaving but at least you don't have to pay as I would have gone to downtown Portland places instead which were charging from $7-9 an hour. read more

It's been a lot of years since we scored an early reservation. The area is a dive with homeless right outside asking for things. They do have their own parking lot, a GOOD thing. Menu looked so tasty and coming as a couple it limits what you can sample. We had off menu Halibut shoulder was excellent. Maitake was delicate and delicious topped. Dungeness Bruschetta and Braised Trips and octopus, they all tasty as was the chocolate cake. One thing all the dishes ( not to cake ) was a bit too much salty, Argentina thing ? Did take all the dishes from perfection, but I'd come back if I scored a reservation. read more

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It's been a little bit over a decade of excellence for Ox, which has ascended into one of Portland's top dining destinations. In addition to numerous local accolades that include The Oregonian's Restaurant of the Year, husband and wife chef duo Greg Denton and Gabrielle Quiñonez are also winners of the prestigious James Beard award, which has cemented Ox into legendary status while catapulting their name onto the national stage. For Portland standards, they are a perpetual date night and special occasion dining destination. Their contemporary and minimalist decor makes for an ideal ambiance and the open kitchen with all the intoxicating aromas of their Argentine inspired grilled meats make it a sensory pleasure from the start. While the main draw is their meats, the rest of the menu skews into a more eclectic European feel, presented largely in tapas form. So many things stand out that it's hard to narrow down anything completely. So I'll break down the various items that I have enjoyed: Asado Argentino for 2 ($125): This is the stuff meat dreams were made of. This plate includes a protein packed collection of house chorizo and morcilla sausages, grilled short rib, skirt steak, sweetbreads, fried potatoes, and a salad. This dish was 100% my highlight and I would have happily ordered this for myself. Beef Ribeye Steak ($70): Order it medium rare to rare, and it's pink to the touch and perfection on a plate. The fat-to-meat marbling is sensational and the quality of the meat is evident with every bite. The only cruel part? It's only 16 oz. Cowboy Ribeye Steak ($170): As the priciest meat cut in the house, it's also the juiciest and most impressive of all the steaks. The 42oz of meat is bone-in, and takes a minimum of 45 minutes to prepare. I would say this is a steak that's a bit more shareable and in terms of taste, just simply outstanding. Fresh Clam Chowder w/Smoked Bone Marrow ($23): It feels like a bit of a gimmick with the bone marrow and all, but the clam chowder is dynamite. The bone marrow, if generous, is also a nice palate pleaser with its rich and indulgent texture and the jalapeño gives the soup a nice added kick. Maple Glazed Heirloom Carrots ($16): One of the most impressive things about Ox is their selection of vegan / vegetable dishes and my favorite is far and away this simple side of carrots. It's sweet, it's addicting, and it's downright beautiful. Order all the meat, but don't forget this dish. I can't sing the praises of the staff enough. They're professional, super knowledgeable about the history of the establishment and the makeup of the food. When plotting my dining options for Portland feasting, Ox will always be on the list of places to consider. My photos: https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/ox-portland?userid=ysCBsXWPB-LAiewVS3jZfQ read more

This place excelled from start to finish. Service was Stellar. I mean I don't know if I have ever been so satisfied and blown away by every small thing. Everything was FLAVORFUL. The servers deserve more. They are attentive. My server personally was lit. 10/10 would come back The inside had the perfect date night vibe. Guys on the steak... are PROS. I watched them for the last 45 mins... killing it up there. This place is a well thought of, well managed , well run restaurant . Very very pleased. read more

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We had a 9:30pm reservation on a Thursday night and it was not too loud, nor crowded. The staff were super friendly and attentive, including the person on the phone who helped me change my reservation. The lighting is very romantic but a bit dim to read the small font (I'm getting to that age) but we had no trouble figuring it out with the help of our server. We had one of the best steaks I've ever had. The rib eye was cooked to perfection and it MELTED. I'll be dreaming about that ribeye for awhile. Also had the beef tongue starter that was delicious. But if you order the crab on bread dish, this will get muted in flavor bc the tongue is so flavorful. The sides were great, dessert was yummy. It was such a great dining experience. We had no problem finding parking. read more

Ox - Beef tongue. She doesn't photograph well but all of those specks are flavor! - Argentine Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Probably the best steak I've ever had - and it was a surprise to me that it was skirt steak. We came to Ox on multiple recommendations for a quick trip to Portland, and it was unforgettable. The staff was so attentive and warm, service was excellent. We ordered the dungeness crab bruschetta, clam chowder with smoked bone marrow, skirt steak, ribeye, sautéed mushrooms and spinach and fried green beans and cauliflower. Everything was so flavorful and perfectly seasoned. We almost didn't get the chowder because it was a hot summer day, but we would've regretted it if we didn't-it was so good. The only note is that the outdoor tables did have ants, which got a bit pesky. But needless to say, we'll be back on our next visit to Portland. read more

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Finally made it to Ox and it was everything that I'd heard it to be! I enjoyed a nice spot at the kitchen counter, overlooking the wood-fired grill. I could feel the heat from that fire! They have a cozy indoor space and large outdoor patio. And a private parking lot :) I had the Heirloom Tomato salad, Maple-glazed carrots, and Filet Mignon. Everything was truly amazing, delightful, and perfectly prepared. While there's so much attention and excitement about the beef, they didn't neglect the sides. They were just as creatively designed and prepared and fresh! Service was also amazing. The servers all pitch in as the need and opportunity arises so I had four people taking care of me! Such a spectacular place! I'm looking forward to returning. read more

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What can be said that the picture doesn't show. It was a lovely evening had by chance, they managed to seat us with no reservations. The food was amazing, the atmosphere was cozy, the big grill was impressive and the operation of it is so interesting. read more

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The short rib is flavorful and fatty if that is what you are looking for. You must eat it with the chimichurri to cut the unctuous taste. The fire/stove masters are dedicated artists. Sit at the grill to watch them work. Prices are decent for the portions and quality. Service is attentive. read more

Ah, one of my favorite spots in Portland. They're not just a steakhouse -- it's a smoked steakhouse and this is super well represented in all of their meat dishes. You can even see them smoking every piece of meat with their open kitchen layout. We got the asado for two and a few others to share with 4 people. We also brought a wine bottle in, and they charge a corkage fee of $35. I think they've raised this corkage fee quite a bit from what I could tell. We started with the bone marrow clam chowder, which was absolutely amazing. The bone marrow adds this subtle richness and savoriness to the salty and creamy clam chowder and it might have been my favorite dish there. The asado for two comes with grilled short rib, house chorizo & morcilla sausages, skirt steak, sweetbreads, fried potatoes, and green salad. Everything was excellent and cooked to medium-rare perfection. I can't say much more than that. Service was great too. They were very attentive, from adjusting the temperature when we felt cold, cleaning crumbs off the table every now and then, and checking in to see how we were doing. read more

Amazing!!! It's definitely on the pricey side, but it is worth it!! Make reservations ahead of time! Food was so good. I loved everything we had! The ambiance is perfect for a date night! read more

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One of my better dinners I've had in Portland. Really great spot if you love red meat. Ambience is also super solid. Prices are reasonable for the ambience and experience. This isn't one of those places that charge a lot and don't deliver. They do deliver and you will be looking forward to your next visit. The food is really good. read more

A must try when traveling to Portland Oregon. Ox restaurant would be a 10 star rating on a five star scale. It really is that good. All food items are five stars. Atmosphere and ambience 5 stars. Service and attentive staff 5 stars. We were impressed by the quality and portion sizes. Each item listed below are all 5 stars and will easily feed four people. We feasted on - 1) warm house made sesame baguette with butter and chimichurri sauce 2) tripe and octopus. A must order. Feeds four but could also be an entree. So delicious! 3) maple carrots delicious and good 4) clam chowder with bone marrow rich and delicious 5) main entrees included beef ribeye steak, beef skirt steak, maple brine pork chop and ranch shoulder lamb chop. All tasted great and cooked to perfection. If you are on a budget the skirt steak is so delicious. The lamb was ok but tasted great. 6) sweet treats ended this fabulous meal with hazelnut torte, olive oil cake, and refreshing pineapple sorbet. If you are traveling to Portland Oregon Ox restaurant should be high on your must dine list. read more

Solid restaurant offering tasty food, consistent quality, and welcoming staff, making it a dependable choice for casual dining, business lunches, or relaxed evenings with friends and family gatherings anytime soon. read more

Been to Ox multiple times and usually they do pretty well. Unfortunately, tonight was extremely disappointing and it came on a night when we were celebrating my wife's bday. Knowing the food biz very well, my initial impression is they are trying to get away with mediocre Portland service while charging $150+/head. If you are going to garner $122 for 20 ounces of skirt steak, you must hit your steps of service. Due to 47 minutes passing between our starter and next course, I felt our steak was rushed and undercooked. Asked for MR and got rare and barely warm. The server never checked back within the first few bites to allow the issue to be rectified. Even knowing it was the wife's bday and acknowledging a subpar experience, they did nothing to recognize the bday or make an adjustment to the bill. If that is the care and concern taken for your customers, I have no issue in having the tip reflect that level of service. In closing, smaller sections, bus people, and the presence of a floor manager would help tremendously. read more

A Portland gem! I love Argentinian barbecue, and when I heard about OX, I had to give it a shot. Everything from the amuse-bouche to the housemade sesame baguette (must try) were great and flavorful. The asado for two is the obvious recommendation, but I dare say the pork chop was my absolute favorite, and the best in the city by far. There is a pretty reasonable corkage fee of 35$, and the rest of the table service was great, including adjusting the temperature for my group and clearing the crumbs off the table after each round. read more

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Had a retirement party with 5 at our table. The food was delicious, rich and a dance on the palette. We had the oysters on the 1/2 shell that were from WA, a baguette, baked house ricotta, pork chop, beef skirt steak, filet mignon, halibut, spinach ricotta gnudi, endive salad, heirloom carrots and a dessert for everyone to take home. I would order just the gnudi for a whole meal. I will be dreaming of it til next time. All of the meat choices were delicious. As much as I love red meat, the pork chop was out of this world. At the end the chef sent out a plate the had Congratulations written in chocolate with a scoop of strawberry sorbet. Perfect end to a beautiful meal. Wait staff is unbelievable and well timed. Love this place! read more

Ox - Argentine Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Went for my birthday this Tuesday and had a wonderful experience, our table was very small, which I was hoping to get a bigger table for my birthday. Besides that the food and service was excellent! I always recommend this place to everyone and you have to try the skirt steak! They gave me a free scoop of ice cream. One of my fav places in Portland! read more

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Amazing staff! Amazing ambiance! It's a great vibe. The food was spectacular!! The way everything is prepared was perfect. Everything is family style and trying all of this was amazing! Expensive but worth it! read more

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They provided us a complimentary soup that was like a smooth corn chowder type with paprika oil. That was a 10/10. We also got the oysters which were good with the horseradish sauce, but the other 2 sauces were mediocre. The tomato burrata salad was ok, if there was more chimichurri sauce on it I think would of helped. There were a few bites where it was just tomato and no sauce. For our mains we got the prawns, which is find. The flavors weren't very bold. Also, the ribeye, which was very tender and the cook was perfect. The only problem was it lacked flavor. So it needed help from the chimichurri sauce. Finally we got the sorbet and chocolate olive oil cake. Those were also a 10/10. Overrall the food was good! The service was amazing. Very attentive! They provided us with new plates, topped off drinks, and cleaned our table in between. Top notch service. read more

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The best part was the vibe--loud with dim lighting. The food, however, fell short of our expectations. We tried the chowder, Brussels sprouts, octopus, skirt steak, and pork chops. The pork chops were the best of the bunch, but still underwhelming. Despite being marketed as an Argentinian restaurant, there wasn't much that felt truly Argentinian. Our server struggled to hear our orders due to the noise level. She never bent to hear our orders but expected us to yell like her. She also was a bit pushy with food recommendations, even after we mentioned that we had ordered plenty. She mentioned a couple of times that we ordered alot of food. She mentioned the courses will be spread out but we didn't get a break to enjoy each dish or course at least. Overall, this place feels overrated and not worth a special trip. It's more of a neighborhood spot than a destination. read more

Ox - Argentine Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Food 4.5 Service 5+ I am rarely impressed with food service, seems to be a lost art. However, Ox found it! Fantastic service. Ambiance 3.5 read more

If you're planning to reserve a spot for a large group dinner, it's best to plan ahead. We booked OX a full month in advance for our company holiday party, and the preparation for our set menu was executed flawlessly. The place has a fantastic vibe, with that classic open-fire grill aroma hitting you as soon as you walk in. The staff kept the energy up and provided attentive service throughout the busy night. The food was outstanding-- the steaks practically dissolved in your mouth, and the maple-glazed pork was tender and juicy, quickly becoming a team favorite. Now, let's talk drinks: the cocktail game here is on point. The drinks were expertly mixed and easy to enjoy. It's clear the bartenders don't cut corners. Overall, it was a top-notch dining experience and a perfect way to celebrate the holidays with the team. Highly recommended if you're after quality food and a lively atmosphere in PDX. read more

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We celebrated our anniversary dinner here in October and I enjoyed my experience a lot. There is plenty of parking and reservations are recommended. Clam Chowder - This is a must here! It comes with bone marrow!!! Delicious. Gnudi - This is very creamy and it's most similar to gnocchi. Short rib - This is good, but of course because it is ribs, you don't get that much meat. I Skirt steak - Get this if you want MEAT!! The portion is good. Really though, any of the meats you get here are good. Chorizo - I got this so I can try all of their meats. This one wasn't tough to chew as sausage typically is. Tres leches cake - This was done well. The fruit on it balances the thickness of the cake. Service was really good. The whole ambiance is nice. read more

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I will admit I had some high expectations coming here. We came here for our wedding anniversary and the service was attentive. I think we had at least 3 different people coming by to check on us. Sometimes offering the same thing 3 times, i.e. dessert was offerred by the waitress, bus boy (maybe?) and who I believe was the floor manager. They even gave us these cute espresso shots of a potato cream soup to try. I honestly can't remember what it was called, and it was in fact delicious. I am a sucker for brussel sprouts so I ordered the Salt and Vinegar Brussel sprouts which are to no surprise, salty!! They had a nice crisp to them which I admired but I didn't fall in love with those flavors. I ordered those in addition to the mixed Argentinian grilled meat for 2. It came with fried cubes of potatoes with A horseradish sauce over it and a salad. I am a big veggies and salad eater and the salad was very plain, perhaps on purpose. We also had to order bread as a side, which came fresh in a sleeve, a thin warm loaf covered in sesame seeds that we had to cut with butter knives and split ourselves. I didnt get to really see the rest of the restaurant because they seated us behind the hostess station where there was a curtain (that did little to stop the noise of hearing people come in and being seated but effectively blocked our view of the rest of the restaurant on the other side of us was a table so close to us we might as well been having dinner with the 4 sitting there. Overall for the cost and the ambience of seating arrangement I was less than wowed with my experience there. read more

Ox - Potato soup - Argentine Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Came here for a birthday dinner and the whole meal was a treat. My husband and I shared the Asado Argentino for Two and it was nice to get a sample of the different kinds of meat but I would say the sausages were more fillers than really enjoying the meat itself. We would probably come back and order the steaks as the main meal. Everything here is meant to be shared so order as many appetizers and dishes as you can with your partner/group because it's all delicious. We also shared the hazelnut torte with ice cream and candied honey- really great way to end our meal. Service was amazing and attentive. Atmosphere is intimate and romantic. Will definitely be back! read more

Amazing food, ambience and service. We were a group of 5 and absolutely loved the food here. Steaks, soups and most of the dishes that we had were fantastic. To me, give the place a definite try. Portion sizes are good for two and so make sure to order accordingly. read more