I'd walked by this indoor food cart pod for years before someone told me about it, and after I…read morefinally ventured in to check the place out, I was completely sold! There's a decent variety of about a dozen different businesses here, from donuts, to ramen to Indian, Thai, and more, plus a bar at the center. There's also always a line for just about everything, particularly the booze, so come prepared and patient. Seating can be a bit of a musical chairs-esque scramble as well, but that only further attests to the quality and popularity of this place. Don't overlook it as I did...pop in and see for yourself! The noodles at Matsunoki Ramen in particular are not to be missed!

I like the concept of this place. It's basically an indoor equivalent of a food cart pod, which is…read morevery Portland in itself. The location is not ideal in terms of access and some of the typical challenges you would expect in downtown Portland. Otherwise, it's a fun experience for an occasional visit and the food options are plentiful. There are about eight food concepts in total on the perimeter of the building with a main bar in the center. I went with a rice bowl from one spot and had a few of the mini donuts from the other location for dessert. I also saw a Thai food concept, a smoothie bar and a ramen spot. There are a lot of different seating options available, but none of them are particularly comfortable. When I went for dinner, the place was only about half full and the trash area was a little bit unkempt. Parking is available on the street or in adjacent lots but everything is paid during typical daytime hours from about 8 AM until about 7 PM. The bathrooms do require an access code but are available on site. Personally, I feel like this place had a bit more clout when it first opened before the pandemic. But, it still has some relevance and it's a great spot for a casual meal just because of the variety of options that are available. If you come with a group, everyone can try what they like. Overall, a good showcase of some under the radar food establishments that conglomerate in a fun shared space. Check it out!

Food is amazing for it being hospital food. Service was amazing, they did overcharge me but they…read morelet me grab two more drinks. Ambiance is calming and surreal. I like the peacefulness of it. And it was only 7.00 dollars.

Delicious but rude hipster baristas and they often have a long wait for food on weekends.read more

I visit Portland, ORE at least once a year to visit family and we always stop here at least once…read more(and usually a couple times during the trip). With the plethora of eats to choose from, a friendly/efficient staff and service, and in or outdoor seating available, Elephants Delicatessen is a spot that's a must visit when you're in this fun city! There are multiple counters for different types of food. There's a sandwich/soup station, a pizza station, a hot foods station (for burgers & specialties), a cold deli station for cold salads/sides, and a bar/barista inside for adult beverages or coffee. Additionally, there's an area to purchase bottled wine and jams/jellies. Grab whatever items you order and pay at the register. If you order from a station, bring your ticket with you as that's where you get charged. Pretty much any type of deli flavor you're looking for, you can find it here. Some of my favorites involve the following: -Teriyaki Chicken Wings -Curried Chickpea Salad -Reuben Sandwich -Tomato Bisque -Corn & Crab Chowder -Broccoli Salad -Turkey and Avocado Sandwich -Pizza Slices (All of them!) I'm sure there's plenty of items I'm missing but those are the ones that stood out to me since I've eaten them multiple times. The staff is very helpful and move efficiently with all the orders flying around. As for seating, there's plenty of seating indoors or you can sit on the patio area outside. Also kid friendly too if you've got the little ones with you. One of Portland's finest eating spots!

What a great spot! I appreciate the private parking lot. First off, the service was fantastic! All…read morethe staff were friendly and helpful. We split up and hit the counters that appealed to our hungers. There are so many options here from pizza to burgers to soup and sandwiches. The food was all made to order and we had it pretty quick. My burger was cooked well and the toppings were crisp and fresh. The bun was nice and soft and the fries were a beautiful golden brown. Great food, great service!

Amazing sweet and savory combos. Chill atmosphere with a Portland vibe. Even the spinach blew me…read moreaway. The staff was delightful. Benji helped with recommendations and was so gregarious. Highly recommend but come on an empty stomach!

One of my all time favorite brunch spots in portland. All the food came out fairly quick and it…read moretasted amazing. I enjoy getting to try multiple dishes for the price of one which is great. So sad they announced they will be closing soon but being hopeful about the future for the restaurant.

Old school lunch counter place from the 80s thats been preserved in amber. Simple and affordable…read morewith very nice employees. It's hard to understate how delighted I am that places like this still exist.

Simple straightforward lunch items and sandwiches for decent prices. The owners are very kind…read morepeople.

Commons should take a hint from the gallons of Tabasco sauce that gets consumed there everyday:…read moretheir food is bland! Their simple staples, like pasta with sauce, beans and rice, and salad bar are bland as can be; on the other hand, their entrees and soups are generally over-flavored (mostly with pepper), enough to make you a little queasy trying to figure out what's in there. They also seem to enjoy cramming mock meat into every dish imaginable. It ranges from logical (tofu in a Chinese dish) to bizarre (tofu in Indian food, the cuisine I count on to be pretty soy-free). On the plus side, the grill will make a wide variety of things to order: ie, only a basic quesadilla is listed on their menu, but they'll put anything they have on hand in there for you, like chicken strips, tomatoes, spinach, onions, french fries, etc. They also make a pretty good over-easy egg. If you, for some reason, must eat here, try the macaroni and cheese (every Monday night, hopefully still the schedule this year), beans and rice with a generous sprinkling of the hot sauce of your choice, or customizing something at the grill. I also hear that the hot turkey sandwich (lunch only) is also excellent. I'd avoid the soups, most of the nightly specials, and anything over-represented on the Scrounge table (a place to put food that you don't want to eat, so that people without a board plan can eat for free). I don't know if this is good or bad but: I rely on them for food during most of the academic year. Last year, I lost over 10 pounds between September and May. I was not trying to lose weight. I was just eating here.

Most college cafeterias have embraced the food court concept and so has Reed. Several varieties of…read morefood are offered at different locations within the commons dining area. I got a chicken, veggie & rice bowl in a sort of Latin American style that was very good. My wife said her pizza had an excellent crust and fresh toppings. My recommendation: include the Commons restaurant for lunch before or after strolling through the beautiful Crystal Springs Park that is across the street from the college.

Well, me and the crew finished a long day of field location work and it's time for dinner. We…read moredidn't feel like a real sit down and be served place, just somewhere to get dinner and head back to the hotel and rest up for the next day. I saw this Chinese buffet called Super King Buffet. I've been to other "King Buffets", but this I think I like a common name, so I don't think they're connected. With a buffet everybody gets what they want and keep them all happy, so I'm happy. Plenty of parking here and it wasn't too had to find. We get seated fine and drinks orders taken. This look like a little bigger buffet than some we've been to. Lot of different seafood options for dinner. They even have crawdads. Too much work for too little meat in my opinion, but that's just me. Inside is decently clean and the buffet lines are not all messed up by rude customers like I've seen other places. We all got our fill and were in and out in less than an hour. Price was around $25 per person including a soft drink and a little tip.

food was alright, i usually go here with my in laws and it's one of the better buffets here in…read moreoregon. the buffet was clean and the waiters usually mind their business but not today! thank you gersan (i believe that's how i spell your name) for being kind and taking the time out of your day to speak to my in laws. i know that made his day so thank you for being so patient and kind with us while the day was ending. i also bought some fruit from the front area of the restaurant and the lady who was working there was very very very sweet! we came roughly an hour before closing, hopefully i can come back! these two people definitely made my night so thank yall

Broder Söder was the perfect place to start our adventure before heading in the woods to visit Ole…read moreBolle. We had our little dog with us so I was happy to see they had a dog friendly patio. It was a warm day and the staff immediately brought her out a bowl of water, which was a thoughtful gesture and shows the level of service they offer to their patrons. Our server, I believe her name was Casey, was lovely. She was friendly and seemed to know a lot of the regulars by name which gave the restaurant a welcoming feel. I ordered the Danish pancakes (Æbleskiver), and they were absolutely delicious. They came with house-made lemon curd and lingonberry jam, and both were incredible. The lemon curd was rich and creamy with just the right amount of tartness, while the lingonberry jam added a sweet-tart flavor that paired perfectly with the fluffy pancakes. Four of them were more than enough to fill me up. My husband ordered the Pytt i Panna, a traditional Swedish hash made with crispy potatoes, bell peppers, and onions, topped with two soft-baked eggs and served with pickled beets and Nordic rye toast. It was hearty, comforting, and full of flavor. The pickled beets were a nice contrast to the savory hash, and everything on the plate was scrumptious! Between the delicious food, welcoming service, and dog-friendly patio, we had a very nice time and it was a good send-off before our walk through the woods to find Ole Bolle. I'd happily come back the next time I'm in the area.

A fantastic place to start the day. We came early for the Old Bolle Troll (can visit anytime during…read moredaylight hours) and then came back Broder Soder for brunch at 8AM (Saturday) - no wait upon opening despite having a group of 6. We started with the cardamom latte (rich and nutty) and the matcha marzipan (sweet and with enough aromatic almond flavor) and then proceeded to feast. We started with the Danish pancake donuts- lovely in that they were both savory and sweet, comes with lemon curd and jam. The lefse breakfast was really interesting - a layered thicker 'crepe' with cheese and egg. The fish plate was our family favorite - an epic collection of shrimp, mini shrimps, gravlax, pickled herring (our favorite) various breads, crackers and sauces. Very well presented, fun to eat, and enough to share. We also ordered the Swedish meatballs - rich hearty but small and few (5 total). Luckily, we had plenty of other food and this dish was great with sherry mushroom sauce and a delicious potato latke-like side. Our server was also incredibly personable, friendly, and helpful in our food choices which we always appreciate.

It's hospital cafeteria food, but it's there and it will do in a pinch. In the morning, the omelets…read moreactually aren't half bad. Their claim to fame is their macaroni and cheese on Wednesday's. I tell ya, it's flavorless. Cater all food from here with plenty of salt and pepper because it's definitely prepared without either. I imagine this is because again, it's hospital cafeteria food. The employees aren't to blame for any of it, though. They're all super friendly, hardworking folks. Oh, well, I'll be back next Wednesday regardless!

This is a good spot for lunch, especially if you work at the hospital. They have a nice variety of…read morelunch items, and typically have lots of gluten free and vegan options. They serve breakfast and lunch. There's the mac n cheese bar, the salad bar, the fancy salad bar, the sandwich bar, the taco bar, the hot bar, two different soups, assorted pastries, fruit, cookies, protein bars, yogurt, and ice cream. I'm probably missing something in that list. They also have nearly every type of drink - tho you may not find the exact flavor you're looking for. The seating is cafeteria style, with some outdoor seating. It's a decent spot, reliably tasty, and has something for everyone.