I rate this place a 4.5 overall the combo #2 is our go-to but today I'm rating the gumbo soup on…read moreits own. The soup is lacking flavor it's doesn't give Louisiana flavor. And chunks of sausage and seafood where lil tiny pieces I could hardly tell it had any. It was basically all rice and broth for 6.95 I don't recommend it I know it's my first and last time getting the gumbo soup from here. Soup 2.5/10

Having spent considerable time on every American ocean coast, as well as others, I admit to a bit…read moreof seafood snobbery. That's partly why I can only honestly give this place a less than neutral rating, even with great generosity. The crabs are sub-par, not fresh, not well-seasoned - simply not good. Can't recommend! On a positive note, they had a robot serve us! ‍

Ordered the 2-piece fish and chips along with a dozen oysters…read more The fish and chips were honestly the best I've ever had. The fish was super fresh, flaky, and the batter stayed crispy without feeling overly greasy. The fries were solid too, but the fish itself completely carried the meal. The oysters were really good as well and tasted fresh. The whole place had a laid-back seafood market type of feel, and everything tasted high quality. Definitely worth stopping by if you're in Portland.

Interesting place! A small market with a small selection of seafood, along with a tiny bar inside…read more Restaurant next door. Prices are high, but what I expected. The restaurant next door has some fancy menu items, but you may be dining at a picnic table in a tent. Service was mediocre. The food took a very long time, but it was Sunday dinner time. While everything was delicious, I was beyond disappointed with how TINY my fish pieces were in my 3pc fish & chips. I literally had jojos bigger, uhhh. good luck if you get fish and chips! Great jojos, slaw good. My partner loved the spring salad with steelhead. I had oysters here a long time ago (see pics)

Had an awesome time at The Observatory the other weekend. Unlike a lot of places, they run their…read moreHappy Hour on the weekend, which is what drew my partner and I in. You can absolutely smell the fish and vinegar as soon as you walk through the door, which I think gives the place a very homey pub feel. I ordered a spiked peach Arnold Palmer, which I enjoyed (and it was pleasantly strong) and a glass of the house white, which was good for the price. Our server was very fast and attentive. To eat I got the tomato soup with a grilled cheese, which was absolutely fantastic. The soup was so creamy and flavorful, and I cannot imagine a better meal after spending all day walking outside in the rain. The fries were super crispy and I liked the batter. My partner and I shared some of their breadsticks, which were deliciously baked (fresh!) and came with a super refreshing basil crema and a nice tomato-y dip. Wonderful all. My partner ordered fish and chips, and was surprised to find that it is one large fillet of fish, not multiple pieces like you would typically expect. He said the fish was fine, but a little tough. Overall, a wonderful experience. I definitely hope to return. I highly recommend this place as a refuge during the cold winter months!

You know what I will admit that my ardor for The Observatory has cooled over time. I do still count…read moretheir rosemary pear martini as my favorite cocktail in town - and really their cocktail menu overall is still excellent. But the last few times I've stopped in for a meal, it feels like the food isn't quite as impressive as it used to be. Could be all in my head. Not sure. But it's always a nice spot to hang out and chat with friends, you can get seated quicker if you enter through Over & Out, which basically functions as an extension of the main Observatory, with it's own bar and pool tables.

We had such a wonderful experience at Salty's on the Columbia River! From the moment we walked in,…read morethe views were absolutely stunning, you truly can't beat dining right on the river. It made the whole evening feel special and relaxing. The food was amazing fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Everything we ordered exceeded expectations. A huge shoutout to our waitress, Nancy! She was so kind, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable about the menu. We can be a little picky with our food, and she went above and beyond to help customize our entrées so they were exactly how we like them. She made us feel completely taken care of without ever making us feel like we were being difficult. Between the beautiful view, exceptional service, and fantastic food, this place is a must-visit.

This was a very disappointing and honestly unsettling experience…read more We were dining with our 17 month old, who briefly became fussy (about 1-2 minutes). We intentionally did not intervene immediately, as we are working on teaching her to communicate without reinforcing whining. During that short time, multiple guests began making comments toward us, including telling us to "do something" and calling us "the worst parents." The situation escalated when one woman followed us as we were leaving, recording us and yelling in our faces. What's most concerning is that the restaurant did not intervene in any meaningful way. Instead of addressing the guests who were harassing us, we were asked if we wanted to move tables. Our server was kind and tried to help, but the lack of management response in a situation that clearly crossed into harassment was unacceptable. I left feeling shaken and unsafe. I would not recommend this restaurant for families.

So great! Dollar oysters on Thursday was perfect but I had to mix my own cocktail sauce glad they…read morehad ketchup and horseradish (I'm not a fan of other toppings - just me). Friendly service. Reasonably priced. My shrimp with glass noodles and samba cashew sauce was divine! My friend had the mussels frites and that was delicious as well. I look forward to coming back. Parking is a bit of a challenge tho.

I was very impressed by the menu, both cocktail and food. Margaritas were made with fresh mix, not…read moretoo sweet and pretty strong. Olives were delicious, not just standard grocery store ones and they gave you a good amount. Caesar salad was huge. Oysters were fresh but overpriced, would skip that. The cioppino was incredible. Came out piping hot and I ate every last bit. Service was well paced. We had an early reservation so that may color things but they could use a bit of a refresh in lighting and ambiance to further elevate the experience I would definitely come back to try more of the menu.

We enjoyed the traditional atmosphere, great service Fresh…read moreseafood. ! Our table enjoyed Petrale sole, salmon, and étouffée ! Large portions , nicely presented.

I went sloppy and tried the Jake's Traditional Bouillabaisse but first oysters on the half shell…read moreand a wedge salad. The oysters were spot on and you really cannot go wrong with PNW oysters. They were briny but great. The wedge salad was out of this world. I would rate this as one of the top wedge salads I've ever had. But then it only got better when the Bouillabaisse showed up. Holy sloppy happiness Batman. When they bring a bib to the table, get ready for some goodness. Then entire experience from the ambiance to the food and service were all fantastic. I would highly recommend everything I had and will definitely be back to further indulge.

Four of us went to Jacquline for dinner. We began with a dozen oysters during their happy hour…read more They were served with 5 different sauces-deliciously fresh. The oysters were followed by dinner. Two of us ordered seared scallops--perfectly cooked. The other two ordered rockfish--delicious. Our server and the other staff were helpful and friendly. We sat inside, although there are also covered picnic tables outside.

Had an outstanding dinner here last night. I've been wanting to visit for a long time and I'm so…read moreglad I did! Everything I had was epic, from the drink to the desert. Every dish had a perfect combination of flavors and textures. I especially appreciate their selection of mocktails. I had the GPS Said This Is Right and it was full of flavor, subtle bitterness, and texture with a great presentation. A great example of a mocktail that works. It was a joy to drink and was a great start to a great evening. The Andrew's focaccia bread was buttery, salty and heavenly. The oil that came with it was an adventure in itself. Next, I had the Hamachi Crudo. This was one of the most delightful appetizers I have ever had. It was full of a dazzling array of flavors. Simple. Elegant. A feast for the senses. And a joy to eat! I would never think to assemble these ingredients in one dish, but the combination worked splendidly. The quality and freshness of the fish was outstanding. For the entrée I had the Halibut. It was perfectly done and wonderfully presented and also full of a wonderful combination of flavors and textures. There was no way I was going to leave without checking the dessert menu and I hit the jackpot on that also. I had the Panna Cotta. It was light and fresh, bursting with summer flavor, and textured as well. It was the perfect dessert to round out a wonderful evening. My feeble words do not do justice to how outstanding each one of these dishes were! The menu was so full of appealing dishes that it was difficult to choose just one. I also heard great things about the Rockfish. I guess that means I will just have to come back! The space is very cozy and appealing, wrapped in windows. There's also plenty of outside seating. And the service from the bar was terrific. Reservations are recommended since this place is so popular. But they also have strong support for walk-ins. I stopped by on a whim this night before they opened, saw the line, and figured I'd try it and see what happens. After about a half hour wait I got in! Jacqueline is now on my very short list of absolute favorite restaurants in PDX!

Another awesome meal at The Cove! I brought a group here and the team crushed it! Great service…read morefrom the moment we walked in! The view of the river was great and the food was out fast. My fish and chips were awesome! Fresh and flavorful! The desserts... oh my! We tried a few and they were the highlight of the meal! So many awesome options! Great food, great service!

My husband and I had dinner reservations for the night. We arrived two minutes before our schedule…read moretime and were told that they're pushing some tables and they will seat us soon. We waited 10 minutes before we were taken to our seats. It seems as though there were enough tables to accommodate the long wait line, but not enough staffing. We understood. Our waitress gave us our menu and we looked through the menu. She came back shortly and took our order. We ordered the king pao calamari to share. My husband ordered the Parmesan encrusted halibut and I ordered the wood fire grilled rib eye steak. The kung pao calamari came with cauliflower. It was okay, the kung pao sauce was a bit too powerful for the sweetness of the calamari. I would lighten up the sauce lightly. The Parmesan encrusted halibut came with tomato paste, along with califlower, green beans and potatoes. I had a quick taste and it was okay. My dish came with smashed potatoes and asparagus which is a great pairing. The steak was cooked to perfection and I liked the smashed potatoes. The restaurant has a lot of searings, and nice decor. There are lots of views of the River which sets the ambiance for the night.

The Pan Roast, their signature dish, was really quite amazing. I had it with clams and was not…read moredisappointed. Really very nice. For a food cart type place, it is not cheap. Perhaps because the Flock pod is in the 1st floor of the Ritz-Carlton. But for this dish, the value is still there.

I was craving shrimp scampi so I decided to try this spot out via doordash. Got the scampi and the…read moreshrimp/crab/avo tower. Scampi: -pasta was cooked well -decent portion size -shrimp was a tad overcooked -pretty unseasoned and plain -I wish there was more parsley to cut through the butteriness Shrimp/avo/crab thing: -good portion size, plenty of shrimp, crab, and avocado. -not enough tortilla chips -again, plain as hell and unseasoned. Had to add a lime's worth of juice and some tajinn to taste it but it was fresh. Overall, it's okay, gets the job done for a pasta craving but probably wouldn't splurge here again.

I admit I was very dubious about oysters from a food truck. And then when I read they had poke…read more.. But we stopped by. They were out of oysters but Justin gave me a sample of the poke and I was sold. Hook, line, and sinker. And I'm a Hawaiian poke snob. We've been back twice and we'll be back many more times. The food was super fresh and super tasty. Highly the orders, fish and chips, fish fritters, and poke. Absolutely ! And I Leveled up with a beer!

No greeting when I walked up to the truck. Had to pry information out of the server…read more The guy, even though my color, was not my kind. He had the personality of a wet paper towel. After asking for a sample of the clam chowder which he should have offered after I asked how thin of a consistency it was. Didn't ask if my order was to-go, so he was miffed when I asked him to put it on a container. The Tidal Boar'd oysters were so salty, they were almost inedible. I only ate them , because they were $4 each. They were beautiful, but akin to a salt lick. I don't know if that was the trout roe, or what. Needed way less salt, more acidity, and the heat wasn't there at all. Visual stunning, but horrendously salty. The 3 pc rockfish was pretty good. Clean, , fresh, and flakey. Seasoned well. Good fries, too. The clam chowder was different. Potatoes cooked through, full of flavor. All that for $42+tip. Might be back, if the server from yesterday isn't there. Might not be back at all, too many places to get the same thing with way better service. Never informed we ordering that I wouldn't be able to take the oysters to go. Don't know if that's posted. Good fish, indifferent service. Nary a thank you , whatsoever. Sucky service.