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    The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown

    4.3 (15 reviews)
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    Open kitchen, spacious interior
    Vanessa L.

    We had a great time with Shakespeare making our drinks and recommending excellent food! I couldn't find any interior photos or menu photos of this place online, so I'm doing my due diligence and adding them here. The pasta was excellent and the restaurant is large and pretty. It is only open for limited hours 4 days a week and even on a Friday night, it was really quiet. Hopefully it gains popularity and fills up!

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    J E.

    While staying in the area for work, I sought out cocktail bars and came across this one... The young lady working as bartender when I went was great! She knew what she was doing and offered some really good service while I was there. I only opted to sip on a Paper Plan and then move on, but I enjoyed it and would suggest stopping in if you're seeking really nice cocktails!

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    Lovely place and a great great bar, Melissa rocks, didn't eat but the the food looks great

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    Great restaurant, quiet, wonderful staff. Had dinner and breakfast there. Very nice experience.

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