I was meeting a couple of people for a business lunch, and one of them suggested Pacific Boil. I…read morehad never been before, but I'm always down to try something new. After reading some of the reviews, I went in with mixed expectations. While the restaurant is a little tired around the edges, it's nowhere near as bad as some reviews make it out to be. The waitstaff was wonderful--super attentive, polite, and made the experience enjoyable from start to finish. I ordered the fish and chips. As a girl from Alaska, I'm always hesitant to order cod fish and chips. The fish was a little tough in my opinion, but the chips were fantastic and easily the best part of the meal. I also ordered a side of coleslaw, which was good but could have used a bit more seasoning. My two dining partners ordered the shrimp basket and the oyster basket. The shrimp basket looked terrific, and it's definitely what I would order on a future visit. Both of them raved about their meals. I will say the portions are very generous Overall, this feels like a bit of a hidden gem. It may not be fancy, but the service was excellent and there are some solid menu items worth coming back for. I'd definitely return.

My son and I got two lobster tail boils tonight, one with shrimp, one with octopus, and wow has the…read morequality really gone down. IMO, I've never been a huge fan of Pacific Boil, but my son likes it. The lobster tails were a joke. They just looked like large shrimp. Barely any meat, and no taste. The shrimp were straight up gross. They were mostly mushy in texture, and had HUGE poop lines that just squished into the shrimp. Gross. I threw half of them away. My son even admonished they've gone downhill and that's saying a lot seeing he used to love them. For $160, it was beyond disappointing. We will not be back.

We recently ordered 12 servings of kings cake bread pudding for serving at a wedding rehearsal…read moredinner. The cook was extremely thoughtful, and gave it to us with oven warming instructions, and not yet with icing or sprinkles -- and gave those to us in large containers to apply right before serving, for best results. It was a very generous, thoughtful delivery by Noble Wave. My brother and his now spouse had spent their first date at Noble Wave, eating this dessert, and it was a phenomenal time at our wedding rehearsal dinner to have them re-tell the story of their first date, and then share with all the rehearsal dinner guests such a delicious and excellently presented dinner, fresh tasting and presented 8 hours after pickup. Thank you, Noble Wave!

You walk in and seat yourself. It's a small place that's very lofty but trying to add a little…read morepizzazz of NOLA. We were greeted fairly quickly. The server got our drinks and our order and all came out fairly quickly. After that tho there was ZERO service. No refills. No did you need anything else. No check (we had to hunt someone down for that) and certainly no to go boxes. Let me also add that it wasn't so busy that all the tables were full either. This really is a shame because the food is incredibly good. Very large portions. We split the chicken and waffles and our friends split the ladder. Would I come back? Unlikely. I mean, I'm all about tipping but when your job suddenly stops after bringing my food and there's nothing else what tip do you deserve? Very disappointed in the service.

Atmosphere: Food truck attached to a brewery with some outdoor seating…read more Food: Shrimp Etouffee was fantastic and filling. Would come try other things based on this experience. Price: Shrimp Etouffee price was great. Can't speak to the other items. Service: Had to wait a bit anytime I needed anything, but the person working was friendly and nice. Parking: They've got a little lot for the brewery.

Love coming here! My favorite dish is the shrimp po boy with smothered fries. They owners are so…read morefriendly and know how to make delicious food! Cute food cart outside of brothers Cascadia brewing.

Otters are easily one of my favorite animals and I absolutely loved the decor here. The walls are…read morelined with art depicting otters doing human things. Hanging from the ceiling are roughly a dozen colorful umbrellas. There is no shortage of visuals in this restaurant. The food: Beignets - we tried the classic and the Berry White. Both were great, but I'd give a slight nod to the original. The one buried in powdered sugar helps keep the texture of the Beignet. The Pickle Gambit - super thinly lengthwise sliced pickles in a light batter. Comes with chipotle aioli and ranch. Good portion size. One of the best fried pickles I've ever had. Ned's 5-Alarm Chicken - really good crust and very flavorful. One regret is we didn't go waffles with this. Lemon Poppyseed Slaw - tastes like a classic slaw. A little sweet and creamy. Goes really well with the heavier dishes that we got. The Shrimp Incident - small shrimp and sliced sausage with a Cajun cream sauce and crostini. We thought this was ok Country Mac - my favorite part was the fried chicken as it was very tender and flavorful. The shell shaped pasta was cooked al dente - it was firmer than I would like partly due to the pasta being on the thick side. The Mac is Cajun forward and not very cheesy. Staff was very friendly. We enjoyed our meal, but it was definitely on the heavier side and could have used something to balance it out.

The Easy Otter is always a fun spot for drinks and bites!…read more My husband and I recently stopped in and shared the chicken finger plate with garlic fries, and it was more than enough for both of us. The chicken fingers are huge and seriously delicious! I honestly think they're some of the best chicken fingers I've had in Salem! The garlic fries were really good too, tons to garlic. And, as always, the staff were super nice, friendly, and welcoming. Definitely a spot we'll keep coming back to!

Easily one of the best seafood boils in Portland. It is fresh, juicy, and the boil has taken time…read moreto soak up all the flavor, exactly what you want when you're rolling up your sleeves for a messy seafood boil! The inside of the restaurant is on brand, very coastal inspired. I also have to give a nod to the robots that deliver your food. What a fun touch, not something I've seen anywhere else in Portland.

Had a great visit to Bag O Crab. The service could have been better though. We walked in and were…read moreseated immediately. There were four of us celebrating a friend's birthday. The food came out steaming hot and ready to eat. It was delicious! In case you haven't been, they have a robot that brings you food. The robot also sings "happy birthday"! The restaurant is clean, has a parking lot, and depending on the time you go, parking is easy. Bag O Crab also has happy hour specials for their seafood boils, but they don't include the sausage. I found the regular options to be worth the price as you get more food and more variety.

Not a single person in the restaurant when we walked in.. a little strange but I guess it's a rainy…read moreThursday afternoon. Service was fine, nothing extraordinary. Food came out super fast. Food was good but honestly wouldn't rush back. My grandparents love it!! So whatever floats your boat Not bad pricing for seafood. I'd come back to try the appetizers.

I dined here for a family members birthday. It was a Saturday night. The space is large and well…read morelit. Music playing but not so loud you can't hear the people at your table which is nice and they have several TVs playing various programs. The service was great! We had a couple people help us for different things. They were both so nice. Our food came out pretty quickly as well. The food itself I found to be just ok. I had the rockin shrimp plate with rice (forgot to snap a photo). Everything was prepared well and I thought portions were good. My complaint was the sauce/seasoning. It was over powering and salty. I'm still tasting it the next day after brushing my teeth twice and having other food. I'd go back for the service but not sure I would because of the food itself.

We loved our meal at My Brother's Crawfish! We visited specifically for the crawfish, and we…read moreordered it two different ways - in a boil and in an étouffée. Both were flavorful and filling, and satisfied our craving just right. The cornbread served with our meals was also super tasty, with a light and sweet flavor that complimented our dishes well. Our waitress was very kind and attentive and made an effort to ensure our dining experience was a pleasant one. She offered to get us a to-go container for the seafood broth before we even asked, and I'm so glad we took her up on that offer because that broth made a great second meal the next day! We visited during a time they weren't particularly busy (about 4pm), but even then a few tables were occupied. It's clear that this location has more activity into the evening, especially since there is a full bar and they don't close until 10pm most days. We were also pretty happy with the price, considering we've paid more for less food at other restaurants offering seafood boils. We'll definitely be eating here again!

Major updates need to be done inside, booth seats ripped, food didn't come out hot, and did not…read moretaste good. I will say our server was very nice! So service was good. Place just didn't feel welcoming or comfortable, I won't be returning

What an incredible experience! The location is so cozy, with the restaurant itself giving the same…read moresort of vibes. Immaculate atmosphere and the exact sort of thing we were looking for for breakfast. We didn't get her name but saw on the receipt her name might have been Davi, she was such a bundle of light and life, so attentive and kind! She immediately gave us wonderful recommendations which we all adored. The table ordered praline bacon to share (do yourself a favor and get this), one ordered the praline bacon waffle, another ordered the bananas foster waffle, and I got the seasonal vegetable hash. We were all in HEAVEN with what we ordered. From the first bite to the last it we were all absolutely stunned by how delicious and well made everything was. I savored every bite as did my compatriots. One gal ordered a couple things to go for her family (huevos rancheros for the hubby and cinnamon rolls for her kiddos) and our waitress Davi recommended they bring out the cinnamon rolls unfired so that she could pop them in the oven when she got home after a short drive. It was such good attention to detail that felt like such a friendly offer. Absolute superstars, the lot of you. Next time I'm back in Portland I'm absolutely spoiling some friends here with what I can only describe as a transcendent experience.

Screen Door is a Portland icon…read more When family visited and wanted to go to all of the "touristy" spots in Portland, I immediately made a reservation for brunch at the original Eastside location. I know they get busy on weekends but we had no problem making a reservation and being seated promptly indoors. Their indoor space can get quite loud. They do have a covered side patio as well. We ordered some of their classic dishes: chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits, banana foster French toast. Everything was absolutely delicious. I did feel some sticker shock at the prices ($17-24 ish) but the portions are quite large. They do have a kids menu as well as a full bar. Customer service was excellent, with a seemingly genuinely friendly server. Though they were busy, it was easy to get assistance as needed. The decor is wonderfully charming. Overall, Screen Door might not be an every-weekend kind of thing, but for an out-of-town visitor, a special occasion, or craving you just can't shake - it's absolutely worth the stop.

Soooo good! We went on a Friday night and it was a decent crowd. Not too busy and service was…read moretentative and fast. We ordered the rockin combo S or 5? Can't really tell with the font and ordered local crawfish to be added in. We did medium spicy and their sauce was the default. It was sooooo good. All the flavors melted in and you can just see they don't skimp on the sauce as it was loaded in our baking pan. We also ordered sweet potato fries which was perfect. Wings as well and they were tasty and very flavorful. The area is clean and parking is in a lot so plenty of space. Bathrooms are clean as well.

I love this place for seafood boil. I really enjoy the taste of the sauce, sweet, savory, garlicky…read more Their spice levels are off though because none of the levels were actually spicy. It's also a good deal, one combo is enough for two people to share. Service is relatively fast. They also provide you with aprons and gloves for sanitary eating. Do note, there are massive TV screens covering the walls and it might be a little overstimulating as they are all playing different things. One day I will try the hotpot but I can't resist just sticking to my usual seafood boil order.

This five stars review is for the fresh, flaky, crispy, the right amount of sugar powder, and…read moremelt-in-your-mouth Elephant Ear any day without waiting for the fair! You need to take your luck and stop by and see if they open since their hours on Yelp are not accurate or current. I did not call the phone listed on Yelp, so I may need to do it next time. My first time there was about three weeks ago during lunch without looking for anything special. Since then, I stopped by between 2-4 pm, and they closed, so I am craving it! I also ordered the beignet and was not impressed since I still tasted the uncooked thick dough. I would order this again before giving my final take on it and other things on their menu. I loved their humor decors; they all made me giggle, looking at and reading them. They are conveniently located at the Corner 14 Food Pod with other carts with limited parking on the pavement area; otherwise, it's gravel underneath a bridge/overpass structure, so drive slowly. There are shaded sitting areas and an electronic fireplace for cold days.

My wife comes from Louisiana, and grew up on southern food. Sadly this did not hit the mark. The…read morebest part was the Beignets, these were delicious and we all loved them. My son chose to have the Alligator Nuggets! The redeeming factor here was that they were still tender. It seemed the oil was likely too hot, or overused and the breading was lightly burned. Either way they still had an okay taste, they were mostly missing that golden brown color that you hope for when getting breaded fried foods. The crawfish etouffee was pretty disappointing for us. The sauce/gravy to rice ratio was WAY off, essentially it was about a 2 inch tall pack of rice, and a drizzle of gravy. The gravy's seasoning was disappointingly spicy just to be spicy instead of having an even blend of flavor and space. Had the flavor punch been balanced with the spice level it would have at least tasted better, and felt better generally speaking. Lastly the crawfish were cut up into even tinier pieces, which made for a lack of protein in this dish. While the decoration outside the cart is fun and enticing, the food, and the personal experience were lacking. There was very little excitement in the truck, and seemingly a lack of passion/engagement that we've experienced at other food trucks that change the overall experience for us. We had fun trying out a food that has deep roots in our family, and may come back to see if we can get a redemption review in the future.