Five dishes for 2 of us was more than enough +2 dessert +2 drinks The wasabi salad was good. Perfect dressing for my husband too much dressing for me. I really like the scallops. Not a fan of the jalapeño grits because the heat built up and I would like to have some bread to help cut the heat. Our absolute favorite was udon dish. Another dish where I wish I had bread too scoop up all the sauce. The Tonkasu sandwiches were way better than the place at Bridgeport. The beef check melted in our mouth - another dish. I wish I had rice with. Moral of the story, need carbs to make the meal better Beautiful ambience. Amazing service. We dropped the chopstick and they got us a new one before we asked. Was surprised they didn't give us new plates unless asked because mine was covered in all the different sauces and I didn't wanna mix the wasabi dressing with other dishes. read more

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Food: 4/5 Service 3/5 Ambiance: 5/5 This is a very cute spot for a nice girls dinner or date night. I brought my kid and it was ok but probably won't recommend it. I liked everything off the raw menu besides the mushroom handroll because the salt level was at about 300%. My fave was probably the yellowtail crudo. The raw stuff came out fairly quickly then we waited a very long time for the cooked entrees to come out. There was at least a 20 minute hiatus, which I did not appreciate. The server checked on us a couple times during the wait but it's just kind of awkward when the wait is that long. I was really looking forward to the duck duck rice because pictures on Yelp made it look like a crispy rice, if it was in fact, not. The udon was our absolute favorite. The snapper was also delicious but it came very late. The alcatra was just ok, I actually couldn't take much of the tomato flavor in it. read more

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Atmosphere: Beautiful, upscale feeling dining room with bar seats as well. Food: Food was great. Definitely really loved the Udon. The Whole Fish was good as well, although it was not the easiest to eat. Price: Definitely more upscale and pricey and probably more for special occasions/business dinners. However, the bill wasn't quite as high as we thought it may get. Service: We sat at the bar. I would say the service was decent. Parking: Street parking. I think they also have a parking lot but it was not well marked so it was not easy to find. read more

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We went on a Saturday as soon as they opened and snagged two seats at the bar. The inside of the restaurant is very pretty with lots of living plants. Cocktails were unique, tasty and strong. We ordered the otoro, udon, lobster bao, I flat iron steak, duck rice, milk buns, and cheesecake. Everything tasted great. I want to say I liked one thing over another but honestly each item was great in its own way. read more

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I was surprised by the upscale dining space in Alberta. I'm more accustomed to more intimate dining in this neighborhood. Still, it was pretty. I loved the sake drink options but the cocktails my spouse ordered were good too. The wasabi salad was the highlight of my meal but my spouse enjoyed the beef cheeks the most. The service was a little slow but it was a busy time. I definitely need the copy cat cocktail next time. read more

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I've heard so many great things about this place so I was very excited to try it! Located on the second floor of a hotel/spa, you're hit with a nice calming scent with a lot of greenery. The restaurant itself also incorporated some greenery into their decor and decor gave off an elevated atmosphere. Staff was nice and offered customer favorites. Our table tried a variety of things but only a couple things really stood out to me. I was most excited for the duck duck rice but it didn't wow me as much as I thought it would. I also wish the wasabi salad had a stronger wasabi flavor. I absolutely loved the green bean tempura and wagyu beef cheeks! The beef cheeks were perfectly tender and just melted in your mouth while the green bean tempura was so fun to snack on. I thought the portions were on the smaller end and a little spendy for what you get. But I thought their menu was quite unique! read more

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(TEH-ruh-MY) translates to "My Mother, Your Mother" - In the elegant second floor of CASCADA, two female Chefs (Jules Boyd & Megan Sky) are blending PNW ingredients with flavors from Portugal & Japan. Aspen greets me like an old friend, a happy welcome into an expansive, ethereal space that feels more like LA than (perennially in the 90s) Portland. Low lounge & hi-top tables surround an open-air kitchen - transparency in the atmosphere as well as their "nose-to-tail" cooking techniques. The bar is long and dotted with glowing agate votives, vines extending down over a broad selection of booze (whisky & bourbon by style, including Japanese). One menu offers cheeky cocktails, mocktails, and a wide variety of Willamette bottles + a broad selection of European & South American wines. Another menu presents Cold dishes/RAW bar/Small Plates & Larger (sharing recommended). First course is a bluefin TUNA SASHIMI (butchered in-house with absolute precision) alongside a Serrano black sugar tamari (RIDICULOUS blend of salty/umami/spicy/sweet and smartly balanced by THICK-cut servings of tuna & chutoro (3x3). The fresh fish shines, as does explosive flavor in the sauce. Brilliant, bravo! Second, bartender recommends a house-favorite DUMPLING - this is one like never before, blending Linguiça (a Portuguese sausage), leeks, and cabbage that has a familiar texture within tissue-thin rice dumplings, but completely original umami, especially paired with the Japanese curry. It's wholesome and comforting, not too filling, and entirely new. THIRD if I MAE (pronunciation, questionable) - LAMB SPARE RIBS in a heaping portion with sweet/spicy tamarind sticky sauce that's barely reminiscent of BBQ, a perfect counter-balance to fatty, slightly gamey lamb. It's the cilantro herb salad on top & green olive tapenade that make it sing - textures and flavors are exotic, playful, herbal & funky (in a good way) all at once. Whether you're seeking a hot date night, a special staycation (right here in the Historic Arts District), or hosting a board meeting, there is space and plenty of taste for all, with a refinement in technique characteristic of larger cities. A sweet and savory reminder that family is a state of mind, and we're all connected for better or worse. read more

Terra Mae - DUMPLINGS - Japanese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Loved the location and the beautiful building it's in. Food is on the pricier side for the quality but it's still pretty tasty and authentic. We got the wild bunch zero proof for drink, sunomono, dumplings which had the most flavorful Japanese curry, scallops which were the star for sure, mushrooms, French fries, lobster which was overdone, tuna tartare which was quite good. And then they gave a nice chocolate cake for my husband's birthday. Fun experience! The waiters were very nice and knowledgeable of the food and portion sizes. read more

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An absolute gem! What an excellent addition to the formidable Portland culinary scene. We had their version of a Caeser, with killer briny Spanish boquerones. Then the Lamb spate rib tips with fresh herbs to offset the richness of the dish - perfect. Fried green beans still snapped with freshness. The mentaiko udon is a house speciality with egg yolk - like a fish roe carbonara! Fantastic service too. read more

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Celebrated my birthday with a girlfriend, wonderful ambiance, vibe, service, food and drinks! Definitely plan to go back read more

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Second time coming here. Food is amazing, along with what is here in the photos, we also got the mentaiko udon and milk bread with black cod rillette. We like to have the leftover mentaiko udon sauce with the duck duck rice and it pairs so well together. The lobster bao was a first time and personally I don't like lobster but this was really good especially with the sauce. The bao bun overpowers the lobster flavor so we preferred to have the lobster with the corn and the sauce only. Food is 10/10. When dining the ambiance is great, but it's really loud inside so it's kinda hard to hear when you're sitting across from the other person. Not a very quiet setting for dinner. Lastly, service is amazing! The servers are kinda and the explanation of the dishes are easy to understand. read more

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Food/Drinks: 4/5 Wow -- I was pleasantly surprised by the variety of options and the relative pricing. Drinks were great. The food portions were decent; not huge but decent. Of note, I felt that food was EITHER/OR and not fusion. Service/Ambiance/Value: 4/5 Great team and great service. Parking was rough. Price was reasonable and slightly on the higher side but not unreasonable. Overall Comments: 4/5 Better than expected. Will return. Will refer friends. read more

We ordered a ton of seafood dishes that were flavorful and fresh! The cod in the fisherman's stew was buttery and delicious! I also really enjoyed the yellowtail crudo which melted in your mouth. We shared everything and it came out perfectly and unfolded well. This place is great for a special occasion or when you want to really treat yourself. read more

Terra Mae - Whole snapper - Japanese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Terra Mae completely exceeded my expectations! From the first bite, the flavors were incredible: bold, balanced, and clearly made with real care and quality ingredients. Every dish felt thoughtful and the ambiance was impressive. read more

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Full female crew from reception to chefs, super attentive and friendly! We love every dish that we ordered and they all look like art when presented. We were lucky to get the table by the entrance bc we didn't have any reservations. Definitely want to come back in the future and highly recommended for getting a reservation to enjoy their main seating area read more

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Saw a reel raving about the mentaiko udon and had to try it. Reservations were almost out for our day but we were able to be seating right away as walk-ins. Definitely recommend Reservations for dinner. Waitress was extremely helpful at explaining the entire menu. We grabbed a few things. -yellowtail crudo -mentaiko udon -lobster bao -cocktail/ NA mocktail (I forgot the names srry) Yellowtail crudo and mwntaiko udon are the two items I would reorder again. I did wish the crude had a little more citrus, but overall delicious. Mentaiko udon was soo well done, but honestly more garlicky than mentaiko in flavor (not that I'm comaining). Lobster bao was a cool concept but nothing crazy fancy. The NA mocktail was on the bitter side and personally not for me as a sweet tooth person. read more

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Such a great experience! The staff was extremely attentive and accommodating. This was our first time here and they were great at explaining how it worked. The ambiance alone... beautiful, stunning! They serve family style and recommend 2-3 items per person with each item being coursed. We ordered basically the whole menu which you can see is limited but brings a bang!! The drinks were 10/10 I got the Douro spritz and a cucumber lime drink (can't remember the name). The milk bread is definitely a must! It comes out hot and fresh with 3 different butters. If you are ok with raw fish you'd love the tuna tartare. The dumplings were juicy and bursted with flavor! I loved the curry sauce it was in, definitely not too over powering. The mentaiko udon is absolutely a must try! It is perfect in every way. It's creamy yet has texture. The octopus salad is lemony and tangy, that was also delicious. I loved the different colors and textures. As for the main dishes, they weren't my absolute favorite. The teres major wasn't as tender as I'd like it to be. It was cooked medium rare which is beautiful and the peppercorn sauce was phenomenal, I'd just like it to be a little more tender and less rough and chewy. The scallop Mozambique was great! If I would recommend any large dish, it would be this one. The grits and sauce, again as always, was phenomenal. The scallops are super tender and cut like butter. We finished the night off with the mochi butter cake. If you love mochi and you love butter cake, you will absolutely love this one! Great chewy texture in a possibly reduced coconut milk sauce, it was Devine! Overall, I would say this is a great spot for a date night. The portions are on the smaller side so you get to try a little of everything. I wouldn't say you will get absolutely full here but this is a great spot to try new creative dishes. Quality over quantity type of deal. Especially with such great runners and servers, I wouldn't absolutely go back! You definitely pay for the experience. read more

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The yellowtail was excellent, clean and fresh. Wish we leaned into the raw menu more. Note to self. Octopus salad was too citrusy for me, my friend loved it, so that's on my taste, not the kitchen. The lamb spare ribs missed. Mostly fat, the kind that never rendered down, and dry where there was actual meat. I left most of it untouched, and no one at the table ever caught it, small thing, but for a place this attentive to detail everywhere else, it stood out. Then the dessert thing happened. Birthday, server offers to treat us at the start of the meal. When it's time, she walks us through the menu, we get excited about the strawberry mochi cake, thinking it'll make up for the ribs. Nope. Turns out the treat was one specific dessert, the sweet potato cake, no other option. Kind gesture, weird way to land it. Left still hungry, wings and jojos at Jacks down the street fixed that. Maybe ordering different things or more of their Japanese side of the menu. read more

We had one of the private rooms rented for a work dinner. Our waiter was so sweet and explained each dish well. Everything we had was incredible- the favorites being the udon and the tuna. Everything was so fresh and they also made accommodations for those who were GF or vegetarian. Will definitely be returning! read more

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Everything on the menu is so good! The staff were very friendly and explained the menu in detail. They had very creative cocktails and a wide selection of small plates that everyone could try what they wanted. Their portions were not too big but also not too small, perfect for sharing. We loved everything we tried but the standouts for me were the mentaiko udon, tempura green beans, and the foraged mushrooms. This place is a little pricey but it is a great restaurant to have special dinners in :) read more

Terra Mae is a premiere and upscale dining destination in the PDX area for a nice date or celebration. This unique Portuguese-Japanese fusion spot is located on the 2nd floor of the Cascade Hotel and Wellness Spa. Reservations are highly recommended and hard to come by, so plan accordingly. To get here, street parking will be your main option. Inside, they have a gorgeous and dimly lit setup with tons of seating. For their menu, they have a range of unique items to choose from. Wifey and I opted to go for a spread consisting of the Milk Bread Buns, Mentaiko Udon, Alcatra, Dumplings, and the Duck Duck Rice. Every bite we had was amazing and we really enjoyed the ambiance of the spot. All of the staff are very friendly and accommodating. Definitely book your next special occasion or date night here and come check them out! read more

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This place was AMAZING! Please do yourself a favor and go get a reservation!! Very exclusive feel and service. You will not be disappointed! Favorite items- Steelhead Sashimi, Yellowtail Crudo, Alcatra, Mentaiko Udon Wouldn't order again- Milk Bread Buns (just bread with a few choices of butter), Terra Major (too chewy) read more

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The restaurant is beautiful and the service was great but we were a bit underwhelmed by the food. We've heard great reviews and also mixed reviews from friends that have dined here, so we wanted to try it out for ourselves. The small plates were good, such as the bread + butter, fries and green bean tempura. The bread comes with two milk buns and three small schmears of butter. The fries were well seasoned and came with a nice dipping sauce. The tempura was really light, crisp and flavorful. We were interested in getting the tonkatsu also, but didn't get it since they didn't allow for adjustments/substitutions but heard good things about that. For the entrees, we got the duck duck rice, lobster bao and scallops mozambique. The duck duck rice had a nice crust at the top and overall was ok. I desired more spice or some sort of sauce to drizzle on it. The lobster and caviar bao sounded good in theory but I felt like the bao buns took away from the flavor of the lobster and caviar so we ended up not eating the buns with it. The seared scallops were served with grits and I thought the scallops were nicely seared. The dish was rich and creamy but due to personal preference, I felt it needed something to add a pop of freshness or acidity. The rice custard with sugar crust dessert we had was reminiscent of crème brûlée. We didn't try their raw items (due to a food preference of my dining partner) and have heard great things about those dishes, so perhaps that's where we missed out on some gems. read more

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The server was really efficient and kind which is a must given the upscale feel. It's a great place to celebrate life events but the food is just meh. The best dish was the udon but I wouldn't be able to finish it on my own with how rich it is. We ordered other dishes but none besides the udon is worth mentioning. The bread looks amazing in the photos but it was dry and eating it was a bit of a disappointment. It's also not baked there. I've had better bread from 85 degrees for half the cost. I think it's a great place to try at least once. I won't be back though. read more

Terra Mae is one of the best restaurants in Portland. It is a fusion between Japanese and Portuguese cuisine. Located inside Cascada, it's the perfect place to end a spa day. The restaurant itself is beautiful - elegant, upscale, gorgeous mural done by local artist, Blaine Fontana, and perfect for a special occasions! A huge shoutout to our server, Heidi, who was incredibly knowledgeable and helped guide us through the menu. The enoki mushrooms and the hot buns were standouts and are a must-order. We were also tempted by the udon, tartare and crudo but ran out of room, so they're already on the list for my next visit. If you're planning a visit to Cascada, do yourself a favor and book a reservation at Terra Mae afterwards! read more

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Since this spot was all over Instagram, I decided to give in to the hype and chose it for our anniversary dinner. We were promptly greeted and seated, and the space is beautiful -- bright, with colorful murals and plenty of room between tables. The menu is a Japanese-Portuguese fusion with some dishes inspired by family recipes. We ordered: * Milk buns * Dumplings * Alcatra * Tuna tartare Everything was tasty, and the Alcatra was our favorite of the night. We also tried the Hanami Corpse and The Last Bull Fight cocktails -- both were well made. Service was excellent, and the complimentary white wine was a thoughtful touch. That said, while the food was good, nothing really stood out as memorable. The experience didn't quite deliver the high-end or foodie excitement we were hoping for. read more

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So good. In the running for top meal of the year and that's a high bar. Everything from start to finish was great. The service was on point but not pushy with great recommendations for first timers. The ambiance was cool and airy grounded with greenery and that mural. The food was nothing short of amazing. We had the croquettes, yellow fin crudo, octopus salad, fries, udon noodles, and scallops. We would skip the octopus salad but that was just to try something different not an indictment of the dish. The others we would have a terrible time missing next time. The croquettes were the best we've had and that includes Barcelona. The udon noodles were spicy and creamy and near perfect. The fries were so elevated with the spices and chili oil aioli. The scallops were so well executed and that yellow fin crudo was expertly done. Even the little pork buns were bursting with flavor with the exact amount of crunch and texture from the pan. Everything was top notch and so thoughtfully conceived and prepared. A true chef designed menu. We will be back to this interesting take on Portuguese Asian fusion. Terra Mae is a winner all the way around. read more

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Where do I even start?! I planned a birthday trip to Portland and, like any self-respecting millennial in need of a little serotonin, I went straight to TikTok for research LOL. I stumbled across a review from Keith Lee (yes, that food influencer) calling this spot the best food in Portland -- and obviously, I had to see for myself. We made reservations for my birthday dinner, showed up a little early, and the staff let us grab drinks in this super cute lounge area while we waited. The vibe was chef's kiss -- bright and airy but still had that sleek, sexy edge. Once we got seated (perfect timing, by the way), we ordered half the menu because... self-control who? Every single dish was incredible. I'm talking legit shock and awe levels of delicious. Not a single miss. My top favorite though? The tuna. It literally melted in my mouth like butter. The staff was so kind, attentive, and on point the entire night. I still think about this place way too often and can't wait to go back. If you're reading this trying to decide whether to go -- stop overthinking. RUN, don't walk. This place is the real deal. read more

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One of the best restaurant experiences I've had. It was a truly special dinner with tons of food, inventive drinks and quick service. The kitchen moved like a well-oiled machine, and we thoroughly enjoyed our server. The restaurant makes great use of the space with a variety of seating options, and not one bad seat in the house. The lighting is perfect, and the buzz is at the perfect level. We tried a number of items, but our favorite was the yellowtail crudo. It was the best yellowtail we'd ever had, and most people pass on it for the tuna. Get the yellowtail! read more

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Wife took me here for my birthday and we had a fantastic time. Service was phenomenal. Our server was very attentive, really everyone who came to our table was friendly and helpful. It being a special occasion we of course ordered a ton of food. Started off with salad and bread buns, the herb butter and duck skin butter are especially great. For smaller plates we went with the foraged mushrooms and the dumplings, both good. We did the Teres Major and the fisherman's stew for the mains - it was incredible. The crust on the beef was so delicious. Star of the night for me was the Yellowtail crudo. Definitely the best yellowtail preparation I've ever tasted and I've had it fresh out of the ocean. Restaurant itself is just great to be in. I really like the circular couch seating on one side with a chair on the other side - didn't feel crowded at all. Lovely art on the walls. Can't wait to come back here soon. read more

Terra Mae - Nom nom - Japanese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

OMG!!! Fantastic!! Flavorful!! Delicious!!! All the above!!! There was not a single dish that did not exceed my expectations. The food is phenomenal!!! Our server, Amy, was excellent! She was courteous and checked on us regularly. The manager, Colby, was very interactive with the guest. We chatted several times about the dishes. He made some recommendations, and everything was in order. Ella, the bartender, made some fantastic drinks. Sorry, I forgot the name, but it's something like bulldog. The ginger in it made it pop. I 10000000% recommend you try this if you're in Portland. It was very nice inside, great ambiance. The lounge area is lovely. Note: My only recommendation would be to consider an option for ramen noodles or udon noodles. While the dish is a 9/10, I like thinner noodles. I still highly recommend this dish. read more

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Instead of traveling over July 4th weekend, I spent a whole day at Cascada: breakfast and coffee at Alberta Street Cafe, time in the soaking pools and a massage at their spa, followed up by a belated birthday celebration dinner at Terra Mae. I had a reservation (recommended) for right at opening. Staff was friendly, attentive, and professional throughout. The interior feels modern and earthy, clean and upbeat. We were placed at a high table with a step-up into the booth seating, so if you need a certain type of table for accessibility reasons it might be worth calling ahead. The menu is Japanese-Portuguese fusion. Unusual, but everything on the menu was approachable and understandable. The staff was able to thoroughly explain the menu and each dish, both when we asked questions while ordering as well as when each dish came out. Service was well-timed. Between two of us, we ordered: -Milk buns -Wasabi salad (maybe my favorite actually) -Black cod fish & chips (good but normal) -Hand roll of the day -Teres major -Two desserts, a mochi and an olive oil cake (one was comped for the bday - very kind) -Cafe de Arroz (not my palate's preference) It was a good amount of food. I believe the total came out to ~$200 which is pricey but not astronomical. Overall I debated giving this 4 stars, as for the price you want perfection. But the experience was really solid, if not flawless, so 5 stars it is! read more

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We got a reservation for 9pm on a Saturday for this place which I would not recommend. The restaurant was packed & extreme busy. The restaurant is on the second floor & the interior was beautiful, but the service was mixed. The hostesses were super knowledgeable about the menu item & gave us recommendations, but our server was lacking. The food was delicious but on the pricier side. We got the mentaiko udon, dumplings, duck duck rice, and the lobster bao. It took an hour for all four dishes to come out. Apparently there was a separate menu for dessert that the servers offer after the meal but our server never offer to us. We were a little disappointed about that but we realized after we paid. read more

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I don't even know where to start with this place. It was absolutely amazing. I am not much of a bread and carb girl, I would rather save my appetite for the main course, but honestly, these rules were some of the best I've ever had. Their pairing after their three different butters, including their duck butter was to die for. We also got some of their sashimi the o' Toro and it just melted in my mouth. The octopus salad was really good and refreshing. The octopus was not rubbery at all. In my opinion, it could've added a little bit of spice though. The wontons were a culinary masterpiece. That curry sauce was to die for. Very unique wontons like I've never had before, but definitely worth it. Honestly, the next star of the show tempura green beans pairing them with those spicy peppers. Just put them on a whole new level. They honestly surprise me how good they were. I would definitely get those again as well. The service was impeccable and it had a vibey atmosphere. My only disappointment that you have to make reservations several weeks in advance it seems like read more

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This is my second time booking at Terra Mae for a special event. I booked online and got a reservation at the time I wanted. I put in a special note regarding the event for my party. When we arrived, the staff made us feel welcome by bringing my guest a drink on the house for their retirement celebration. I knew the menu but tried some new things! We shared everything. My favorite item I have to order each time is the Tuna Tartar. Its favors are rich but delicate. The presentation is perfect and my guest was impressed. I got the dumplings for her but if I had to skip something I'd do those. They were good but compared to all the other items we had, they were lacking. The only thing not pictured is our wagu braised with sweet potato. That was phenomenal. It pulled apart and melted in your mouth with every bite. We ended with two very different deserts, the strawberry mochi and whipped crem brûlée type desert. Both were tasty. Price range for all plus three alcoholic drinks was $165 not including tip. We were full and happy. Great service as always and it was full, busy house tonight inside the place. I wouldn't change anything other than trying some new things next time to add! read more

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Came on a double date, and had made a reservation in advance which I would recommend because it was a full house on a week night. My favorite items of the visit were the sake selection, the whole fried snapper (best bite - amazing), the tuna tartare with furikake chips and caviar, and the super tender beef cheek. The mushroom small plate was also pretty good! I didn't like as much the milk buns, they were just ok and I only liked 1 (rooftop grown chive) of the 3 butter shmears it came with. Wasn't woth $6 per bun. While it was a quality cut of meat, the Snake River Wagyu steak dish needed salt and the sauce below it wasn't as flavorful. Perhaps needed cracked black peppercorn, or something to punch up that flavor. I wasn't as impressed with the octopus salad either. Very scant thin tiny octopus slices on top salad greens with lots of sliced raw bell peppers. You'd think it should be called a bell pepper salad with the amount it had in it, instead of the hard-to-find octopus! I couldn't detect a flavor note of the dressing either. Other dishes we tried were lobster bao buns and the seared scallop on jalepeno grits... they were ok but lacked a little flavor. I could not taste the jalepeno on the scallop dish, and the lobster slices were fairly scant and not very succulent. We split the strawberry mochi cake for dessert and it was fun that they added Pop Rocks on top, but the mochi was too tough and dense. A chiffon cake or something light would've been a nicer alternative to end a rich dinner. Service was excellent, and each person who spoke to us or delivered a dish was beautiful & friendly. Be prepared to share dishes when you come here, about 2/3 per person. Prices are on the higher side but I think it matches with the sophisticated ambiance and quality of food. Lots of free parking in the Cascadia parking lot just outside. Will likely come again down the road, for a date night. read more

Every dish was pretty good, with the Fisherman's Stew, Milk Buns, and Croquettes standing out above the others. The Fisherman's tasted similar to a Thai curry and had a wide selection of seafood--good if you want to split a main seafood dish between two people. The different butters that came with the Milk Buns were the stars of that dish, and Croquettes had a great ratio of sausage to carbs. We had literally no bad dishes. The service was mostly some of the best we've had in a while but the waitress was a bit deceptive towards the end so that's the reason for the four stars. She was going over the free birthday treats and she said "we usually don't include this but there's Basque cheesecake with ube" which we took it as free because she listed it along with the other free items. After we finished most of the cheesecake, she came back and asked have we decided on the free birthday treat, so we were mad confused, like what? At that point, we felt obligated to get another "free" dessert. But why ask us for dessert twice? It felt super sneaky and maybe she was trying to squeeze some more tip out of us? We contacted management and they resolved it mad quick so there's a good ending to the review at least. read more

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Don't even think about visiting Portland without stopping at Terra Mae....it's truly a hidden gem. I started with the yellowtail crudo, which was incredibly fresh, rich, and buttery. Then I had the spicy mentaiko udon, packed with flavor and absolutely delicious. For drinks, I tried the Rajah, a fantastic recommendation from my waiter. The atmosphere is beautiful, the service is flawless, and the food is simply unforgettable. Trust me....you'll be thanking me after you try it. read more

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Terra Mae is really, REALLY great! Miss The Underground? Come here to see 90% of the same staff. Terra Mae was started by the head chef of The Underground, and most of the old staff being here speaks volumes. Ambiance is bright, bustling, and a bit overwhelming, if I'm to be honest. The music is too loud, in my opinion, but it wasn't enough to prevent conversation at a reasonable volume level. The staff is superb! They really excel at taking care of patrons, and are extremely knowledgeable and professional. We were very grateful for our waitress's recommendations. How was the food? It was excellent on the whole! The biggest standout of the evening was the sashimi sampler special. I had no idea how good sashimi could be, but Terra Mae's is hands down, the BEST I've ever had. My dining companion had the same impression. We both wished they had a full sushi menu because of how great their sashimi was. The octopus salad was equally impressive. After having Terra Mae's, I realized I'd NEVER had properly cooked octopus before. The confit duck legs were also stunning. Insanely tender, crispy skin, and brilliant flavor. The one disappointment was with the milk rolls. We had high expectations based on all of the glowing reviews, specifically for these, but ours were nothing noteworthy. They tasted like plain old ordinary, dry, chain grocery store bakery rolls. The accompaniments were great (orange butter anybody?), but they were ultimately disappointing. Desserts were wonderful, spectacular, in fact. The Basque cheesecake with ube was such an amazing combination, and the orange cake was also superb. I'm really looking forward to my next visit to Terra Mae. Parking is a huge hassle, but it's worth it. read more

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This was an amazing choice for a birthday dinner. I loved the vibe and ambiance, great energy and a really beautiful space. The food starters came out very quickly along with the entrées, but the main dishes took quite a while to arrive after that. That said, the udon was my favorite dish of the night and absolutely worth it. They also surprised me with a complimentary birthday treat, which was such a thoughtful and appreciated touch. Overall, a great experience and a lovely place to celebrate a special occasion. read more

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