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Consistently one of my favorite restaurants because of their incredible quality, flavors (Spanish, French, Italian-influenced Argentinian fare), and atmosphere - this was a new experience with take-out, some of the finest to be found. Authors & James Beard award-winning Chefs Gabrielle Quiñónez & Greg Denton have honed Portland's love of all things local (seasonal & freshly sourced ingredients) within a menu that maintains integrity across seasons. Whether seated "around the (wood) fire" with their massive custom grill, in the atrium, at the bar top, booth, back oyster bar, private dining, or (more recently) a vined patio - every area is primed for new and wonderful memories. Their wine program (although abbreviated) is one of my favorite in the city, heavy on Willamette picks but rounded with exquisite (but generally affordable) European & South American bottles. I sampled five courses, for take-out this visit - overall (service/ambiance, along with food degradation during transport), I'd give 3 stars, but across multiple visits (otherwise dine-in), restaurant maintains 4 stars. Servers are taking the stars for service. A favorite of mine, their BELGIAN ENDIVE SALAD is seasonally updated with cherries/sweet atop the usual endive/bitter, bleu/tart/smooth, and the texture is something fun with candied pecans & mild vinaigrette (buttery EVOO) blending with each electrifying bite. This presentation was not its freshest (endive), but could have turned during transportation. The reason I'll keep coming back: CLAM CHOWDER w SMOKED MARROW BONE is similarly elemental - each ingredient shining in its own right, but symphonic altogether. The soup itself is thin - not too filling, but incredibly rich in flavor (a touch of white wine? maybe B&W pepper?), showcasing large delicately cooked clams & melted marrow that seasons tiny cubed carrots & potatoes, onion & pork - sliced jalapeño leaves a back-end heat that's lasting & warm. This is the place you order a meat with some fat on it, so bring some friends and plan for sharing. Anything cooked on the Ann Arbor grill is better-than-basic, but I'd rather a filet that's pan-seared & oven-finished (although DO ASK for their signature Bordelaise, which is a gorgeous compliment to steak with red wine, and counterpoint to their exceptional chimichurri). To pair - FRIED RUSSET POTATOES - rustic, not a touch overcooked, but entirely original & delicious with their with horseradish aioli + dash of dill. Flavors are vaguely familiar, like an avant-garde ranch - always on-point. Dessert was SUBLIME - if only I recalled this little slice of buckwheat-toffee-cake's name. Ice cream took the heat during travel, but I imagine it's even better at the source. Points lost on service during carry-out, next time I'll send a representative.
Ox has super friendly staff, a great energy and vibe to the space, and an expansive and delicious menu spanning Argentinian inspired fare. They started us off with a lovely cold soup, if I recall correctly leek and potato, and from there moved right into a lineup of heavy-hitting dishes that were packed with flavor. The beef tongue a la vinagreta was absolutely dynamite. Each piece of carpaccio was cut to the perfect thickness, which let it stand up beautifully to the punchiness of the spicy horseradish, acidic caper vinaigrette, earthy fried sweetbreads, and creamy ensalada rusa (potato salad). The clam chowder came out next, and while it was good as a standalone chowder, it was the one course that fell a little short for me. With smoked bone marrow in the mix and at the fairly high price point, I expected it to be more of a knockout, but it unfortunately just did not quite come together the way I hoped as the piece of marrow felt more decorative than additive to the flavors overall. Of course, we had to order one of the asados, so we opted for one of my absolute favorite cuts in the skirt steak and it did not disappoint! The steak was incredibly tender, cooked to perfection, and paired beautifully with their house made chimichurri sauce. Overall, it was a fantastic meal with great portions relative to the prices, and I'm definitely looking forward to returning next time I'm in the area to try some of the other offerings that we simply did not have the stomach space to try on this visit.
Easily one of the best restaurants in Portland. The food is always incredible, the service is impeccable, and the ambiance is classy but semi-casual. I recommend the asada for two, though honestly it's probably enough for three. It's a lot, but everything is delicious. Even if you aren't usually into sweet breads or morcilla, this is executed so perfectly that it's worth a shot. We ordered one of the daily specials, a beef tartare with arbol and peanut crunch, and were blown away. The best tartare I've ever had. For cocktails, we both had the ox blood and it surpassed expectations. Less sweet than we anticipated but that was a good thing. The beer list was small, but well curated and paired excellently with the meal.
We were able to snag bar seats at 5pm. It was a super busy and packed night and we had an amazing experience. The wood-fired smell hits you the moment you walk in. You know it's going to be good. The clam chowder blew me away. Smoky, rich, and layered in a way that I've never had chowder. The smoked marrow bone is the secret weapon. Then came the pork chop. It was moist and the maple glaze added just the right amount of sweet. Our bartender was slammed all night but never missed a beat -- always checked in, never made us feel forgotten. That's a hard balance to strike and they nailed it. Go and try to sit in front of the fire if possible. Order those two dishes. You're welcome.
Everything was spectacular, the food, the service, the drinks, and the ambience were top notch. We followed their suggestion and ate family style. The filet, maple braised pork chops, and maple brined carrots were superb. Perfect flavors and texture, everything came out quickly and was beautifully plated. You definitely get your moneys worth, with generous portions and amazing flavors. The wine selection is out of this world, and the ox blood cocktail is a must have. I'll be back next time I'm in Portland!
The Pickle Martini was excellent!! Food was great we had the mix deal with Ribs, skirt Steak, seeet Breads, sausage, and Blood Sausage! It was all excellent! Sit at the bar. They are great people!!
Service was consistently warm and friendly throughout two visits in the same week. The restaurant has an upscale yet relaxed atmosphere and I appreciated thoughtful touches like providing toothpicks in the restroom. On our first visit we had a reservation and were seated at a table. After ordering, patrons are served a complimentary leek soup in an espresso size cup. I wish it were on the menu because it is one of the best things I've ever tasted. The flavor is incredibly rich! We ordered the clam chowder, halibut, maple glazed carrots and tres leches cake. The clam chowder's presentation was nicely done but nothing special in taste. It came so highly recommended on Reddit and many other diners ordered it but neither my party nor I cared for it. The halibut was good but didn't stand out and the maple glazed carrots weren't to my taste. What completely won us over was the tres leches cake. It is one of the most delicious and most memorable desserts we've ever had. Every layer complemented the next perfectly creating an incredibly balanced dessert that wasn't overly sweet with different textures. We couldn't stop talking about it afterward. It was one of the reasons we decided to give the restaurant a second shot. After our meal I mentioned to our server that we weren't sure if we'd ordered the right dishes since we weren't thrilled with the food especially with how popular the restaurant is. He explained that it's primarily an Argentinian steakhouse and suggested returning to try the meat dishes. On our second visit we arrived at opening without a reservation. There was plenty of seating but since we didn't have a reservation we were seated at the bar. I didn't mind seated at the bar but the bar stools were extremely uncomfortable, almost torturous. Unfortunately, it was too hot to sit outside. Midway through dinner a machine, maybe a dishwasher, was turned on behind the bar. It was loud and the vibrations could be felt. This time we ordered the beet salad, cheese empanada, beef empanada, two filet mignons and the lamb shoulder. The beet salad was a disappointment. It consisted of large overly soft chunks of beets with what tasted like a basic grocery store salad dressing. For a restaurant of this caliber I expected more. Neither of us enjoyed the cheese empanada but we both liked the beef empanada. We also ordered two filet mignons cooked the same way. Both arrived more done than requested and one way more overcooked than the other. They were also on the salty side, though both were very tender. The lamb shoulder, which our server had already warned us about before we ordered, ended up being dry and tough. The chimichurri served alongside the savory dishes was also heavier on onions than I prefer. Overall, the service was excellent, and the complimentary leek soup and tres leches cake were truly outstanding. Unfortunately, despite two visits, the main dishes we ordered didn't live up to the restaurant's reputation for us.
I had an 8 o'clock reservation, but they accommodated me early at 6:30 at the grill. It was a quaint atmosphere, very cozy. The people were friendly and present, without being obnoxiously around. The menu was easy to follow and I was provided a pleasant surprise of mushroom soup with paprika oil, it was not for me, but was decent. I ordered the ribeye medium well, and it did not disappoint. It was well seasoned and was not charred, which I hate. I paired these with the fried russet potatoes, which were delivered late, and comped. Thank you for delivering a great dining experience, with a solid product. I'll be back.
Ox is a James Beard award-winning Argentine steakhouse and a must try spot. To get here, they do have a small parking lot or street parking around the area. Reservations are highly recommended so make sure to plan accordingly. Inside, they have a very intimate vibe that is dimly lit. For their menu, they have a range of appetizers, entrees, and wines to choose from. Wifey and I ended up going with the Tripe & Octopus for our appetizer and the Asado Argentino for Two as our entree. Everything that we had was delicious and the portion sizes were very generous. All of the staff are very friendly and welcoming. Definitely consider this spot for your next date night or special celebration. There is a reason why this spot has over 1,000+ positive reviews!
The food is delicious! However, don't believe them when they say it's sharing size. I don't know who you're supposed to share with, but the sides are not sharable to me.. unless you're only sharing with one other person. Good thing we "over ordered", or so we thought. We tried the following dishes: - Half dozen PNW Oysters - Delish! Super fresh! Fun fact: this was the first time in years since I had raw oysters (I only like my oysters raw, but last time was not a good time - if you get what I mean) and glad to say these were super fresh and yummy! - Beef skirt steak (large) - 20oz sounds like a lot, but split amongst 4, it surprisingly wasn't much... came with chimichurri.. highly recommend - Grilled Maitake Mushrooms and Zucchini - I only tried a small piece from my friend's meal but this was super good especially if you love mushrooms! - Flash Fried Brussel Sprouts and Delicata Squash - it came with the most delicious yogurt sauce. I'd get this again and not share! - Spinach and Ricotta Gnudi- also surprisingly delicious. I don't know why I broke it up. Everything was good. My only complaint would be that for the price, the dishes weren't very big. As for desserts, we shared the hazelnut torte, vanilla bean tres leches cake, and the sticky toffee chocolate pudding cake. They were very different but all so good. You really can't go wrong. If you're into pickle and vodka, I hear the Dirty Grandma Agnes comes highly recommended. I'd definitely come back, as everything we tried was delicious. Definitely not a cheap meal, but we were celebrating so it's all good!
friendly and attentative service. reasonable waittime. interesting range of option on menu and everything we had was absolutely delicious. we cleared every plate HAHA im def interested in coming back to try other things on the menu
The food is delicious! Juicy and savory! I was having dinner alone and true as mentioned by the bartender portions are on the larger size! I chose 2 appetizers instead of a full dinner... Also since it was my first time in, it gave me a chance to try a couple menu items, Chardonnay (with an A in the book) and Amuse Bush mushroom soup with smoked paprika oil- Family welcome and it was very cozy inside Thank you for a wonderful evening meal
Shoot...This was the best culinary night of my life. Let's be clear - this place is expensive. There's no getting around that. But beyond that, the food and service and the building are all 5+ stars! If I were a wealthy man, I'd be here once a week. Highly, highly recommend. My date agreed - it was ALL delightful
5 years ago
Great spot for meat! Great flavor and great service. I like their cocktails! The portion is big for me. Love this place! read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
Came here on a snow day when most of the city was shut down, but the restaurant was full and had a great vibe. Friendly host and the waiter was great. I loved the cozy big wood fire oven. The menu was well balanced and the food and cocktails were excellent. I'd recommend the tripe and octopus soup, tuna, and Tres Leches Cake. I will definitely be back! read more
1 year ago
Top notch service, cozy ambiance, and impeccable food preparation. If you love meat and can only do one restaurant in Portland, this is the MUST!!! The clam chowder was top 3 in my lifetime, the sautéed mushroom salad was delicious, and the lamb chops were PERFECTION read more
6 years ago
Great service and food even when it was to go! Ox is open for outdoor dining now but we ended up taking it to go and just ordered ahead for pick up. Ox has a decent sized space and parking lot so if you arrive before your order is ready you can have free parking in their lot. While we were waiting the staff was super friendly and remembered our call in order. | WHAT WE GOT | + Baguette with butter/chimichurri - Definitely get this to start your meal! The baguette was warm and covered with sesame seeds. Butter keeps it classic but the chimichurri sauce was delicious. Don't forget to save it to pair with your meat. + Empanada of grilled corn, poblano, gruyere & fontina - One of my favorites of the meal! The empanada crust was perfectly crisp and the filling melted together for each bite. They pair with a habanero sauce of the side and it wasn't too spicy but added nice heat to the veggie appetizer. + Sautéed Shiitake & Oyster Mushrooms, Wilted Spinach, Foie Gras, Chives - Can't go wrong with spinach or mushrooms in my book so definitely get this one if you want veggies with your meal. The foie gras adds some saltiness and the dish comes with residual sauce you can pair with your other entrees. + Blistered Padróns & Green Beans, Ají Verde Sauce,* Cherry Tomato, BBQ-Spiced Pork Belly, Pickled Red Onion, Boiled Egg, Cilantro - Not something that I would usually get but glad I tried it! This one has a bit of a kick but it balances out well with the charred pork belly and egg. The red onion adds a nice palette cleanser and tomato acidity that all pair well. + Beef Ribeye Steak - YUM! The steak was cooked medium to my standards and flavoured well. The meat was tender and easy to share between two people. Add some chimichurri on top and *chefs kiss* + Half Dozen Shigoku Oysters on the Half Shell Horseradish Cocktail Sauce, Dill Pickle Mignonette, Thai Chile Ponzu, Lemon - We were afraid these wouldn't hold up well on the drive back but they survived and no melted ice in the shells - winning! The oysters were on the smaller side but nice and buttery. I favoured the mignonette sauce the best but enjoyed pairing it with the cocktail sauce as well. The chile ponzu was a nice twist and a unique flavor I don't see at other locations. All in all, Ox was delicious and had wonderful flavor combinations within each dish we ordered. The food held up well on our drive and the staff was great during the ordering and pick up process. Thank you! read more
2 years ago
Dinner at Ox was a great experience very nice walking in to a warm fire after being in the rain. The only appetizers I got was the beef and venison albondigas with butternut purée it was delicious the purée was smooth and flavorful. We ordered the Dungeness crab bruschetta, but it didn't arrive I ended up forgetting about it by the time the main course came. The Asado Argentino for two was amazing, though I wasn't a fan of the morcilla sausage it's an acquired taste definitely do some research before ordering. Though I did try sweetbreads for the first time and actually enjoyed them! The sides were a perfect match it added freshness & zest to the nice fatty meat I definitely suggest the sides if getting any meat. For dessert I got the tres leches and the hazelnut brown butter torte and wow best dessert I've had in a long time they were not overly sweet but also made you want more I can't pick between the 2 so just get both! I'll definitely be back soon! read more
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4 years ago
I'm visiting Portland area and my local colleague recommended me this restaurant. The clam chowder was the best I've ever had, with light texture, fresh ingredients and rich flavor. The flank steak was so perfectly cooked with slight smoke flavor and crispy outside. The dessert was another highlight of the night. Hazelnut ice cream over warm cake brought an interesting tasting experience. What made it more perfect was watching the chef grilling in front of the grill bar. Very entertaining and impressive skill. Strongly recommended. read more
3 years ago
From the service to the food Ox outshines most. Each meal started with a complimentary amuse soup. Some of the items we loved include the warm house made baguette. It's served with butter and chimichurri. The fresh clam chowder is out of this world, amazing. It has a piece of bone marrow that makes it so incredibly rich. The Belgian endive salad is light, flavorful and perfect. The service is top notch, drinks never reach empty, and they even wipe the table between courses. Truly an experience in a cute, comfy, casual spot. read more
3 years ago
Everything on the menu was incredible. We had pork, steak, shrimp, carrots, mushroom, potatoes. Devoured everything. read more
Huge shout out to Devon. Our meal was amazing but Devon's charisma made it an unforgettable experience. The service here can't be matched. The food was amazing. It was the last thing we talked about before bed and and the first thing when we woke up. Seriously so good. I highly recommend getting it all. You won't regret it. read more
Finally got to check out Ox as I took my boyfriend here for his birthday dinner. It lives up to its reputation. Service was impeccable. As always, we ordered too much food: - Sesame baguette - Beef tongue carpaccio - Skirt steak - Grilled maitake mushrooms - Endive salad - Fried cauliflower & green beans Everything was amazing and flavorful and the steak was cooked to perfection. I'm a medium-rare girl myself, but I was glad that they actually didn't ask how we wanted our steak cooked and it just automatically came out medium rare (the way it should be prepared!). I would say my least fave of the dishes was the maitake mushrooms - they were delicious but maybe just more mild in flavor compared to everything else we had. Definitely recommend Ox for those special occasions/celebratory meals. read more
So let me start by saying. There is eating out and there is a dining experience. This place was amazing. I would change nothing. Service, price, staff, food, bar all top notch. I got in on a cancel reservation so book a week out. But do not be afraid to call. Guy next to me had just gotten into town and wanted to come back each night. Yep that amazing. read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
Came here to celebrate my birthday and had a truly wonderful time. Service was very sweet and it was everything I had hoped it would be. It was a great fancier date spot. The steaks were perfect we both went rare + and thoroughly enjoyed them. We also had a fresh baguette not pictured. We will be back. read more
1 year ago
4 years ago
I think this place has officially ruined my tastebuds and my standards for what good Argentinian barbecue is. This place is a MUST try if you are in PDX. For the starter my wife and I ordered their Beef Tongue a la Vinagreta. It was the perfect amuse guele to start the meal off. It was literally the perfect combination of flavors and textures. The light smokiness of the tender ox tongue, the acidic caper vinaigrette, the Latin American style potato salad, the textural crunch of the croutons, and the gentle heat from the horseradish made it the perfect dish. For mains, my wife and I ordered the flank steak which was cooked perfectly edge to edge medium. The technical skills of the chefs in their use of the parrilla were on full display with just how gently charred the steak was without destroying the overall nuance. Other Argentinian steak houses I've been to tend to cremate their steaks, so Ox's flawless cooking of the steak was a welcome change. We also ordered two sides but the standout was the fried cauliflower and green beans with peanut & árbol chile crisp, cilantro-lime yogurt, pickled red onion. That was another standout dish where it was the perfect balance of acidity, heat, textures without once detracting from the flavor integrity of the cauliflower and green beans. For dessert we ordered the warm hazelnut torte with honey-chamomile ice cream and honeycomb candy. I have some rather mixed feelings about the dessert. The warm torte itself was delicious full of hazelnuts and perfect offset by the cool slightly floral tasting ice cream. I also loved how they added a bit of extra virgin olive oil and lift the floral notes even more. The chamomile, honey and hazelnuts had a great synergy. Now the honeycomb was by far the BIGGEST let down. It seemed like the pastry team took the color of the caramel and honey too far before adding the bicarbonate of soda to a point, it had a really bitter aftertaste that literally ruined the otherwise delicious dessert. I also think it would've been better if they made a honeycomb and hazelnut crumble which would've way more easier as a guest to consume. I also do have some major gripes with my overall dining experience. Because their grill is so small the kitchen can get backed up really quickly. After our starters we waited for more than 30 minutes before our steak arrived. Shoutout to Gabby for being so helpful as our server in keeping us updated and props to the kitchen team for not once compromising on standards and making the wait worth it. Another gripe I have was how close the seats were. I was literally getting a headache hearing the tables next to me talking and I was rushing near the end to leave the claustrophobic environment. I honestly do look forward to coming back again but I definitely will make sure to book outdoors. read more
3 years ago
I have eaten here twice now. Once as carry out and once in house. The food was amazing each time. The Maple Glazed Pork Chop, Boneless Ribeye Steak and clam chowder are to die for. For the side I had the mushroom and spinach dish. It was pretty good. read more
We were in Portland for a quick weekend trip and stumbled across this place. We walked in and luckily we were able to get seated right away. Wow! Everything we ordered : drinks, appetizers, entrees, AND dessert was delicious and different from anything I've ever had. Service was great too! We had this server who gave us all these recommendations and she did not fail us at all. Amazing food, service, and ambiance read more
7 years ago
Had friends in town and made reservations to slip out on a week night for dinner to finally try one of Portland's best, Ox. The parking lot was small, but we were able to grab a spot. Although we arrived early, we were seated quickly. Server brought water quickly, but took a bit longer to take our drink orders. Rest of my group were not drinking wine, so I had to settle on by the glass, but they had some unique options on the wine menu. I ordered a glass of Twill Cellars Chardonnay and Marchesini Pinot Noir. The oyster special was Kumamoto, so I started with a 1/2 dozen. With so many items to try, I could not settle on which meat from this Argentine steakhouse. So we just had to get the Asado Argentino for 2 which includes: grilled short rib, house chorizo, morcilla sausages, skirt steak, sweetbreads, fried potatoes and green salad. Our friends did the same. Server noted that I was the only one to order a starter and offered to bring the salads that came with the Asado Argentino alongside my oysters. Perfect. First, amuse-bouche of the creamy mushroom soup was brought, complimentary. This was excellent and we knew we were in for a treat. Next, fresh bread was brought with salted butter and in house made chimichurri sauce. That chimichurri sauce is flavorful. When we scraped it clean, our server made sure to bring more when our meat platters were brought out. My oysters were fresh, meaty, and slurped quickly. Of the Asado Argentino, everything was very good, but my personal favorite was the skirt steak with that chimichurri sauce. We could not finish it all, but that's the best part; taking it home to continue eating the next day. Although we left no room for dessert, I convinced our group to try bites of one dessert and ordered the Hazelnut Torte-warm hazelnut brown butter torte, honey-chamomile ice cream & honeycomb candy. Excellent and everyone scraped this plate clean. A wonderful dinner for our group. read more
Simply incredible. The skirt steak, pork chop, pasta with filet mignon meatballs, the malbec wine. This was quite an experience and has been one of my favorite meals in Portland. That is saying a lot, since so much food in this city is delicious. This place is a must if you have the chance. read more
1 year ago
5 years ago
Had a recent visit here last week and everything was excellent as usual. We were able to order a good variety of items to share. I really enjoyed the beef short rib, skirt steak, pork chop, and cowboy ribeye for the meats. The radicchio and butter lettuce salad was very refreshing. Both the grilled mushrooms and mushrooms Diane were excellent sides. Overall, everything was superb and service was steller. read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
5 stars for the fantastic service we received! Our server was so incredibly nice, welcoming, and made us feel so special. She came back every so often to check on us and even gave us recommendations on drinks! The other waiters were also great, we never had to ask for a refill of water. As for the food, it was just as great at the service! The skirt steak was cooked to medium rare perfection. It melted in our mouth. We also enjoyed the clam chowder and potatoes! The potatoes were crispy and the aioli sauce paired with it so well. Bone marrow is an acquired taste, but was a nice combo with the chowder. What topped off the great dinner was the delicious chocolate cake with mascarpone. Loved that they also boxed everything up for us and even wrote a happy birthday note on them. Wish they had this restaurant in California, but will definitely go back when I'm in Oregon!! read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
Good food nice server and amazing ambiance price we're not for the good and service it's worth. read more
4 years ago
I have eaton at ox many times pre pandemic. This is the 3rd time post and I will tell you they are firing on all cylinders. Of all my travels this by far was on of the most complete diners I have had I a long time. I would put it up there with my Rick Bayless or Stephannie Izard experience The service from a cocktail with Devin in the way bar to the dinner was over the top. The dentons are a class act and it shows in there service and food an amazing night read more
4 years ago
Ox is incredible. It's a place I love coming to for special occasions but what's nice is that I never feel like I have to dress up for it. It's also definitely a place I love coming to to indulge in red meat. I'd say the ambiance is pretty casual but still really intimate and the service is outstanding. The hostesses and servers are so friendly and attentive from the moment you step foot into their space. My personal go to is always the skirt steak with the chimmichurri - AMAZING. It's cooked and seasoned perfectly. I've had their clam chowder with smoked bone marrow and it's personally a pass for me. Nothing wrong with it but I'd rather go with the crab bruschetta or empanadas for starters. I also love throwing in some greens whenever I can. We recently had their radicchio salad and loved it. And of course, do not skip out on their desserts. I love their tres leches or the warm hazelnut torte to finish off the meal. I don't care too much about their cocktail list but it's definitely up the alley for my boyfriend - lots of whiskey options. I just opt in for a glass of red wine. I've noticed that their meat prices have increased recently but I honestly think it's worth the splurge. Definitely make reservations online ahead of time - they tend to go quick. Ox also has their own parking lot so you do not need to worry about street parking. read more
Stop reading and make your reservation now! Ox was absolute perfection from beginning to end. They've set the bar! The food was exquisite. The vegetable dishes being my absolute favorite! (I mean really, who says the veggies where their favorite thing?!) The service was spot on... informative, friendly, professional and personable. Reservations can be difficult to get, and walk-ins aren't always available, but if you can get a reservation, GO! You won't regret it. read more
3 years ago
I ordered the rib-eye steak and the spinach/mushroom mix. They were great about food intolerances and subbed the butter for olive oil. The food was delicious. The cooking wait was pretty long, so they gave me a great teaser to tie me over (cucumber and avocado mix). All in all, this was a great dining experience. read more
2 years ago
7 years ago
I was in Oregon for a few days and must say the drive along the coast was spectacular. But as they say, all good things must come to an end. Our business was done and we were on our way to the Portland airport for our flight home. With a couple of hours to spare we decided to have dinner. Of course where else to look but Yelp, where "Ox" stood our yelling pick me pick me. To be honest I was a little skeptical because the last time we were in Portland, the homeless population was overwhelming. So Ox doesn't take reservations for parties of 2 so let's give it a try. They have their own parking lot, albeit small but a parking lot no less. Ok we're in and seated immediately. Our waitress was a very lovely young lady, but I'm sorry I didn't get her name. She gets our drinks quickly and takes our order. Wife had the scallops which she loved. I had the sliced flank steak. We shared a side of, get this, mushrooms with fois grais. OMG yes OMG. This side was unbelievable. Mostly mushrooms but when you get a slice of the fois grais, it melts in your mouth. I loved the mushrooms but kept hunting for me fois grais. Ok, my steak, cooked perfectly and very tasty. The food and service were so good we even went for desert which is very rare for us. Just not big on desert, but desert and coffee was the perfect ending. A couple of things notable. They cook their steaks on an open wood grill, which is visible to diners. Only down side to this restaurant is that it's very small. Very tight between tables and if someone gets up to, say go to the restroom, good chance parts of their body will be in your face. Other than that a great dinner spot, very good food, and excellent service. I highly recommend "Ox". read more
3 years ago
3 years ago
This place easily gets a 5 star rating. Both the food and the service were absolutely phenomenal! My wife and I had drinks, shared the ribeye, endive salad and cheese empanada. All of them were excellent so it's hard to choose a favorite. This might be my new favorite spot in the city. We'll definitely be back! read more
When you walk in you are hit with the awesome smell of burning wood used to do all of the roasting. This adds to the overall experience, but be forewarned it is extra warm in there so dress accordingly. The service at the Ox is exceptional. They keep your waters and drinks filled and provide excellent information on food and wine. But let me share two experiences that I though were unique. First, I screwed up our Resy. Forgot to hit send on the app and it didn't go through. They found us a table anyway, despite being busy. Second, one of the staff (not our server) noticed my wife needed more wine and we walked over and jumped in as our server was picking up food in the kitchen. That's superior customer service and teamwork. The food was outstanding. We started with the fried oxtail terrine. Moist on the inside with a crispy exterior, this dish was a flavor bomb throughout. It came with a hazelnut salsa verde, squash, marinated chanterelles, caramelized shallot, and a dressed frisée salad on top. Each side brought additional flavor to the party. Even the frisée (which I'm not normally a fan of) was awesome! My wife went with the chorizo, which is lighter on spice but more flavorful from the wood roasting and I went with the lamb shoulder chop (small 16 oz version). Normally, I prefer red meat to be med rare and this one was cooked through. But somehow it remained juicy and had lots of roasted wood flavors along with perfect seasoning. We loved every aspect of this experience and will go out of our way to return the next time we are in the PDX. Menus available online at https://oxpdx.com/menu read more
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2225 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Portland, OR 97212
Eliot, Northeast Portland
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Does the outdoor area have enough coverage to provide full shade? It's been hot recently!
It looked to me to be fully shaded. They built basically a fully covered outdoor room if I'm recalling correctly.
Is this a good place to bring kids?
I saw some 8-10year olds in one of the tables near us but not sure if they have a kids menu.
Did they check vaccination cards?
No, checking vaccination cards is no longer a requirement to dine out. No one checks anymore to my knowledge.
Anyone know the corkage fee?
Do you have to make reservations. Do they take walk ins?
Yes, but you might have to wait an hour or more.
Is this restaurant open as of 5/23/21?
How do I make reservations?
They only take reservations for 6 or more people. You can email: Hello@oxpdx.com…
Hi there, can you tell what entrees are gluten free on your menu?
Hi. Thanks for the question. The fact is, there are only 5 items on the menu that CANNOT be served gluten free. The two empanadas, the oxtail terrine, and the two dessert cakes (chocolate and tres leches). Everything else on the menu is either…
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Ox - argentine - Updated September 2026
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