What a great little GEM! Away from the tourist, Local small business for a win. We stumbled upon this quaint cafe right on the marina. Small but mighty. Provides great Puerto Rican food right on the water. Sandwiches are served with curly fries. Services was great, friendly and thankful we stopped by. Indoor or outdoor seating, greaT salsa music. It's a little tricky to get to but once you see the flag at the end of the dock...you made it. Enjoy read more

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Friday night was the season opening of a must visit floating restaurant!! Sabor del Río Café I love their sandwiches! Who doesn't love eating on the river?!? Louis Morales and his family run this magical spot right on the Columbia River in Sundance Marina off Marine Drive near Salty's! Come by car or boat! They deliver an incredible experience! They have cool artwork featured inside, with prints for sale Great vibes! Worth the journey! read more

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Great find with great food. I searched for floating restaurants and this one came up. They were so kind. I didn't know they were closing early because his daughter was graduating. They kindly informed me it would have to be a to go order and I was perfectly fine with that. They brought my food for dining in and said they had a few more folks to help before they closed and asked me to take a seat and enjoy. I ate quickly because no one needs to wait for me. The food was so good. I ordered two tacos that were suppose to have steak but they had run out the chef said I can make it with chicken and I agreed. It was sooooooo good. This place is small and on the river but the decor is very beach oriented which I like. Thank you so much for your kindness. I can't wait to come back. Congratulations to the graduate. read more

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Sabor del Rio Cafe is a hidden gem. The experience alone is worth going. The location is in a marina on a house/restaurant boat. The food was amazing as well as the service. Excellent recommendations made and what a view! read more

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Hidden gem for sure. I just went here last weekend and it was great! The Puerto Rican street tacos were excellent and had a nice little spicy kick to them. We also had the shredded beef tacos which were also very good. We shared the tostones which were okay but I'd probably skip them next time; I thought they were a bit bland. We were lucky and had excellent weather in the mid-70's. There's a fair number of outdoor tables (which were full when we arrived) however there's also so cool "bar" seating facing the river and it was absolutely wonderful to watch the boats go by as we ate our food and sipped on some beers. Helpful tip, there is some signage from the road into the parking lot, however once there it's a little more difficult to find. When facing the river, take the long ramp down on the LEFT side. There's some small signage that says "Cafe" and just keep following those signs. If I had any feedback, it would be to provide bigger and better signage from the parking lot. I'll definitely go back. What a great and fun place to have a quick bite. Give this place a try for sure! read more

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This is such a lovely spot that makes you feel like you're far away on vacation. Brightly colored furniture, lively music and fresh air blowing throughout. Have a cold one from the cooler and soak in the vibes. The tacos were tasty and the service was stellar. Very friendly and welcoming. Was a great spot for my dog on the patio too. We will be back! read more

Go to Sabor Del Rio for the excellent views and hangout space. The boat is at the end of a rarely-used pier, putting you IN the river, and offers glorious views up and down the Columbia on a nice day. For food and drink, they have beers in the cooler, and offer PR tacos and really good tostones, but not a lot else (the kitchen is TINY, you'll see). Also service can take a while, but you should be there for the views and the hangout and not in a hurry. Great place for groups in the 5-9 people size. Wear your sunscreen. read more

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Talk about a hidden gem: right on the Columbia River. Authentic Cuban/Puerto Rican cuisine owned and operated by a father and son. The Cubano sandwich was excellent! The fries would be too if it wasn't for the light tempura-type batter that seems to be popular. Opt for the Taco Tuesday special: the tortillas weren't anything special, but the roasted pork was delicious. Some good beer options. The vibe and scenery are the draw. Clever and smart to open a restaurant on the edge of the marina. Service was excellent. They're located on Marine Dr. just east of NE 33rd. Walk down the long ramp on the east side of the parking lot. At the bottom take an immediate left, do not go straight. read more

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Best Cubano here in Portland! The owner and family was extremely friendly and showed me their kitchen and behind the scenes The sandwich itself was tasty.. perfect melted Swiss on a light and crisp bread with ham, mustard, pickles and pork.. AND we're not even talking about the Puerto Rican food yet.. which I look forward to coming back and trying Great View! Inside the Marina Restroom clean A Solid Choice.. I recommend it read more

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A beautiful Puerto Rican family from Miami came to Oregon and started a catering company, then opened this fabulous seasonal floating restaurant. The plantains and sauce were delicious! So was the Cubano sandwich and Puerto Rican street tacos. Besides non-alcoholic beverages, they have an array of wines, as well as canned beers & ciders. The location is fabulous for boaters but there is a large parking lot for people who have to drive. The ramp is steep, (but not grated like the one at the Island Cafe) so it is handicap assessable. And parking is free and the lot is decent sized. This Cafe is perfect for outdoor dining in the summer! read more

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This place is a sweet Portland gem sitting at the end of a pier right in the middle of the Columbia River. Great outdoor deck, tacos but especially fantastic friendly service by all the family that runs the place. If you love the water - go there now. read more

Food was really tasty and came out pretty quickly even with a small constant line. I got the plate special and maduros. There was sufficient seating which is all outdoors so plan accordingly. Dock wasn't too rough but is very exposed so if you get motion sick or there are larger ships going by could be an issue. The only negative was that the wasps were out in force but mainly kept along the north edge so the seating near the entry were better. read more

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Good food and friendly service. It's nice being on the river . Price is a bit high for what you get imo. read more

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From the service to the authentic food, Sabor del Rio was amazing!!Looking for a lunch spot, the 4.5 stars caught our attention and it did not disappoint! I appreciated the quick introduction and warm welcome when we arrived. We enjoyed sitting outside by the river and loved the food! We had the Puerto Rican street tacos and the Big Mama special. I didn't have time to take a picture because I was ready to eat! I would highly recommend Sabor del Rio!! read more

What a quaint floating little food shack on the marina on the Columbia. Calling it a restaurant is a bit of a stretch, aquatic food cart would be more accurate. They've got some riverfront seating. The menu is simple & small, some rice/beans plates, maduros, tacos. I got the big plate special w red rice & beans topped with/ slow-roasted carnitas style pork. Pretty good food but not mind-blowing I like it more for the peaceful vibe. The ppl there are friendly too. Plus it's fun when a big boat passes by and the waves make the whole place bob up & down a bit. read more

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A new restaurant at the end of the peer with amazing views of the Columbia River is the description that brought us down to this family owned cafe. But the authentic and hearty Puerto Rican food, Caribbean music and the lovely family that runs this little jewel will keep us coming back. I had the veggie burger and he had the Big Pork plate. Our fellow diners raved about the street tacos and the Cuban sandwich. Everything was delicious! I even snuck a taste of the melt-in-your mouth pork (but don't rat me out to my vegetarian friends!) Don't let rain keep you away, they have outdoor and "indoor (tarp walls with windows and heaters)" dining. And it is Oregon, after all. It's only liquid sunshine! read more

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Amazing food, seriously some of the best food anywhere! And it's very inexpensive and it's a floating restaurant on the Columbia River! It's a little tricky to find from land and a bit of a walk from the shore, but it is so worth it, wow! Friendly people running this restaurant also! We arrived by boat and there's plenty of boat parking. read more

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Fun, quick lunch right on the water. It was so nice to sit outside on the Columbia river enjoying the sunshine for a quick birthday lunch. The owner and staff were extremely nice and recommended several things on the menu. The menu was simple but had enough options to suit all crowds. They have a beer cooler that you can help yourself to after ordering. Fun summer vibe! read more

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Great place for food, drinks and sunset. Owner greeted us at our boat, walked us in. Chill island vibes. Got the nachos and Quesadilla with pork and was amazing. read more

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This place is great! Amazing food!!! The owner was so kind and welcoming and showed gratitude. Something you don't see often anymore. The ambiance is perfect right on the water and several boats were quite interested in the place too. It felt authentic and we left with happy full tummies! I can't wait to come back for our next anniversary. Although with really reasonable prices, I'll be back way sooner than that. Thanks guys and best of luck to you!!! read more

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Sabor del Rio Cafe is an absolute gem for lunch or dinner! The food is outstanding, and the location is unbeatable--perched at the end of a pier, it feels like you're dining right in the middle of the Columbia River The positive energy of the place is perfectly matched by the exceptionally tasty food and the incredible warmth of the owner and his father. Our Street Tacos and Cuban Sandwich were spot on--full of flavor and exactly what we were craving. Check it out before summer's over--you won't regret it! read more

What a lovely experience me and my friend had here! We walked right up to the counter and was welcomed with a big genuine smile and asked if it was our first time there. They told us to grab a drink and a menu and sit anywhere while we looked over their selections. The smells coming out of the kitchen were heavenly! After ordering, our food was up in under 15 minutes. It wasn't terribly busy, but they had other patrons and they seemed to juggle orders, cooking and serving seamlessly. Great prices as well! Portions were fine.for the pricing, but if you have a big appetite, I'd suggest a side dish as well. I'm so glad we found this place while we still have pleasant weather. I'm going to try to squeeze in one more visit before they close for the season. read more

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I went to this place last month. The service was great, and the owner was very personable. The ambiance by the river was also very nice. The food, on the other hand, was pretty mediocre. The Cubano was probably the worst I've had at any restaurant. The bread wasn't toasted, the pork lacked flavor and was extremely oily--almost to the point where it seemed like it had been cooked in lard. It tasted as if it had been sitting in a slow cooker for over a day. On top of that, the ketchup and mustard completely overpowered the sandwich; I couldn't taste any of the other ingredients. I'm not sure if it's traditional to put ketchup on a Cubano in Puerto Rican cuisine, but it didn't pair well. Just mustard and mayo would've been better. For the quality you get it's a tad overpriced too. I was expecting the food to be amazing based on all the good reviews, but I was pretty disappointed. read more

Everything is just perfect at this cute river restaurant!! The Del Rio Tacos are our favorite! Louis and Monica are so amazing, and Mom and Pops are also so sweet!! There's boat parking in front as well as a few slips in the back. We came by car once too. Easy gangway to walk down and a fun walk down to the end where the restaurant is. Love this place!! read more

Sabor del Rio Cafe - Patio area right in the river! - Caribbean Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Friendly staff, DELICIOUS food and a view that can't be beat! We had the Cuban, tacos, testones and Puerto Rican quesadilla. Everything we had was fantastic but that quesadilla was something special! read more

Love this new place! The food was wonderful and the staff is so nice. On the Columbia River so lovely views as well. read more

Incredible tacos, beautiful and unique location right on the water, and a warm welcome with quick service--loved it. We also enjoyed watching the boats go by, and the planes taking off. Treat yourself to this gem. read more

Sabor del Rio Cafe - Puerto Rican Street Tacos - Caribbean Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Great food! Great staff! The best coffee I've ever had! Seriously delicious! Puerto Rican tacos were amazing. Quesadillas terrific. They open at 10am where you can get that amazing coffee and a breakfast sandwich. Or come for lunch or dinner. It's not a fancy place. You order at the counter and they'll bring the food out. Plenty of boat parking or you can drive and walk down. read more

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Incredible river cafe. Owner is friendly and the food is awesome. We love to pull up on the Waverunner, grap some Food, and enjoy the River. A+ read more

New Puerto Rican restaurant on the Columbia - Oregon side. Family is actually from Puerto Rico. Food is authentic. Wife a the pork tacos and said they really good. I had Cubano sandwich with manudos. Really, really good. Owner and his family are very friendly. Recommend this place.....in Summer. read more

Fabulous location on the river for this family owned and operated Puerto Rican restaurant. Delightful friendly people making yummy food. Simple decor but the view does it all and you can get to it by water on the Columbia. read more

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What a gem of a find! The restaurant sits at the end of a dock with spot where you overlook the river. The atmosphere is wonderful especially on a cool summer day! Go in, grab ya a cool one, and order them shredded pork tacos! Sit back, enjoy your beverage until they bring you.those tacos, taking in the activities out on the river! Enjoy the, when they come! Fantastic! read more

Loved eating right on the river on a beautiful sunny day. The food was absolutely marvelous and the service excellent. Loved the host, Louis and his hospitality. Will definitely return and recommend. Ginger from Wasougal ***** read more

Obviously, the owner is not reading the reviews. I wish this food was good. It is a nice location.

Great location. Wish they had draft beer and cocktails for us drinkers. Food looks delicious!

This is a small, casual, laid back, family run restaurant on the water. It is open seating, so we sat at a table closest to the water. We wish they had umbrellas, but next time we know to bring hats. We were greated right away by a very nice young man and our food was delivered to our table promptly. We had a Cubano Sandwhich (best ever) and Puerto Rican street tacos and plantains (OMG ). Outstanding food!!! You can tell this food is made from family recipes, it tastes like you are eating in the Carribean. This place is off of Marine Dr, parking is adequate and the ramp and docks are in good repair. We will go back for sure. This is one of our new favorites! read more

Fantastic food! Some friends at our boat marina mentioned this new waterfront spot just opened so we stopped by. Plenty of dock space, and the location is at the very end of the pier so great views of the water. The big plate (arroz con gandules) with pork was incredible. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! And it's alway great to have another option on the waterfront!! read more

This Family Owned and Operated Cafe is far beyond a positive experience! At first when you pull in to the parking lot it seems odd because I wasn't sure where to go for the actual cafe. I spotted the small cafe sign by the ramp to the docks. The cafe is actually located at the end of the docks right on the water and away from the sound of traffic. It was sooooo peaceful and felt like I was transported to an actual tropical island. The family was working hard to serve up some of the most delicious food and was serving every customer promptly and with a big smile. The whole family gave off such a welcoming vibe that it radiated through the whole cafe and we suddenly felt like family. Now...the food, the most important part! We had the Tacos Del Rio, Turkey Club and Tostones. The Turkey Club was good, they lightly toast the bread which was awesome because it didn't shred my gums and roof of my mouth like other places do and the bacon was perfectly crispy. Oh and don't forget the turkey itself was great and not dry. The Tostones were also very good. I have never had them before but I can honestly say I'd definitely order them again, only suggestion would be is to ask for a lil extra sauce on the side and the mother suggested adding salt which was great advice and tasted very good. My absolute FAVORITE part of our meal was the Taco Del Rio!!!! It was like my entire mouth took a relaxing swim through perfectly temp water to cool off on a super hot day. My eyes practically rolled into the back my head the moment I took my first bite, all the different flavors and coolness of this taco just tickled my taste buds in the best way possible. My mouth took a whole a** vacation to the tropics with every single bite! Haha but seriously order those tacos and understand the epic flavor, texture and overall experience. Anyway, great place and I 1000000000% recommend to anyone who wants to escape and relax with epic home cooked food! read more

I'm giving two stars because the ambience is really beautiful and the staff was very friendly. But the food was terrible. It was way overpriced priced for what you get and I'm super disappointed. I ordered the special, which was rice, beans, and pulled pork. It was mostly rice. Just a small handful of beans. And the pork was not hot and fresh whatsoever. Tasted reheated. It's my birthday and I was hoping for a really good meal and I didn't even finish what I got. Will not be coming back. I'm not sure how this place is getting all these excellent reviews on the food, because I'm just not seeing it. :( read more

New Puerto Rican/Caribbean restaurant in the area. The Cubano was delicious, high quality pork that reminded me of homemade pernil. The maduros were sweet and soft and the vibes were immaculate. Lively music over the speakers and a nice breeze coming from the river. Louis went above and beyond in terms of service. He seems like a humble guy who wants to share some great vibes. Walk down the dock or pull up on your boat, either way you won't be disappointed (unless people catch on to this hidden gem and it gets packed). I will be back to try the pernil sandwich along with the rest of the menu! read more

Sabor del Rio Cafe - Cubano w/ maduros (sweet plantains) and a cold pacifico - Caribbean Near Me - Portland, Oregon