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    St. Jack

    3.8 (482 reviews)
    PriceyFrench, Seafood
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 week ago

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    ST. JACK ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Romantic
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Ann S.

    Wanted a place for a solo dinner where I could pop in, grab something delish, and have a glass of wine while I finished reading my book. This was the perfect place. Kind and quick service, amazing mussels in wine (the bread was spot on) and decent wine selection. Bistro feel. I like it!

    Birthday ice-cream
    Viktoria B.

    As for the steak It was actually pretty good. The sauce was good sauce, too. I wish it came with a salad instead of fries. But it was still good. I did get a salad, but I didn't take a picture. It was weird. I was disappointed with the birthday ice-cream because it wasn't free ($4). They offered it and said, we do something special for birthdays, but then I looked at my receipt and I had to pay for it. I've been to many expensive restaurants, and I've never had to pay for birthday treat. Overall, the experience was nice. That was the only downside, and the salad was weird. It looked like they just threw a bunch of leaves together and there you go. The people that were in that restaurant seemed to be having fun and it was calming. It was fun.

    scallop crudo
    Benjamin S.

    I came here during the pandemic a few times eating outside, and finally made it back to eat inside (although with the nice summer weather they do have a few tables on the sidewalk). This is a stellar French bistro that's not pretentious with a friendly staff and cute cozy decor. Everything we had was quality stuff, and my entree was the mushroom vol au vent, which is a puff pastry shell with mushroom cream, topped with a nice contrast of greens dressed in a vinaigrette. There crudo dish was fresh, and I'm always a sucker for a coffee-based cocktail (the "My Friday" with cold brew and vodka). My friend had Cotes de Porc and it was a lot, so I tried a few bites and the pork was nicely cooked and classic combination of peaches and mustard. A great experience when you're feeling the French vibes.

    Absolutely delicious little gem salad. One of the best salads that I've had in Portland. I would go back just for the salad.
    Elizabeth B.

    Great place for romantic dinner. Wonderful ambience is very romantic. Great little dishes to share. Very flavorful food would definitely go again. Must try is the little gem salad. I think this is one of my top three best salads that I have had in Portland. Service is great and very attentive. My only very minor disappointment was the French onion soup. I think it could've used some more broth. But overall absolutely wonderful experience and would go again.

    Inside
    Julie E.

    We received a warm welcoming and sat quickly. We stumbled upon St Jacks after we tried champagne poetry and they were slammed for an event. They were amazing and custom worked up a menu to accommodate one of our party that had extreme allergies. Very accommodating. Mussels were heavenly. Cooked perfect with impeccable flavor. The burger was juicy and flavorful. Fries were just ok. Steak frites had amazing flavor and was tender. Loved the ambiance and the vibe of the bar. Downsides were it was pretty toasty inside on a summer night. We were about to head down to salt and straw and the waiter heard it's our friends birthday and asked if we could hold up a couple more minutes. They brought an ice cream scoop with a candle which was cool but then they charged the birthday girl $4. Unfortunately end to an otherwise great evening. Each person spent around $60/person

    Sweet corn bisque
    Eero K.

    Very tasty. The service was good, a little hands off/hard to get attention of staff. They also forgot to add the cumin seeds to half of the prawns we were served, though we didn't particularly mind. I thought the presentation of the prawns was very cheeky and clever. The bisque was tasty though the crab flavor doesn't come through very strongly. I enjoyed the mussels themselves but the broth they were served in tasted a little diesel-y to me.

    Oysters*
    Lynn N.

    Amazing high end restaurant, waiters are top notch, they were very welcoming and professional. They set the table for each course and were super attentive to refill our drinks (not overbearing but always on time). The food? A+. I loved the seafood on the menu, a lot of it reminded me of the french influence on Vietnam. They also have a gigantic wax candle with what looks like has decades of use. It was super interesting and I'd love to know the story behind it!

    Chocolate tart
    Jen V.

    WOW. We came here after a bit of a lackluster dinner so unfortunately didn't come with the biggest appetite - but that didn't stop us from indulging in all the desserts. We had their oysters and GOUGÈRES (will order every time) for savory. And then tried all of their desserts (even took one to go for my parents). Everything we had was incredible. The service was amazing - attentive but also gave us time to ourselves. Will definitely come back.

    Frank C.

    After a series of unfortunate events tonight, I found myself back at St Jacks. And then discovered I was quite fortunate to be here! I just stopped by for a drink and a snack. But their menu quickly drew me in. The Half The World Away sounded intriguing so I started with that. It was very tasty, sweet but not too sweet. A masterful creation. Had to follow that with the Fall Y'all which was also well crafted and tasty. I'm a Manhattan fan so had to try the Jack's Manhattan and it was superb. I had a few small plates that were excellent. The prawns were absolutely fresh and scrumptious. Probably the best I've ever had. And the Butter lettuce salad was splendid (I don't have the vocabulary to do this place justice;) ) Took one look at the desert menu and could not figure out how I could possibly leave without having them all! I decided to try two of them. The lemon tart was sublime! Quite possibly the most delightful dessert I've ever had in my entire life (and I ain't no spring chicken!). The bartender told me the key is the meringue. It's an Italian meringue, crafted with extreme care. Omg it was fabulous. I seriously felt like I was Royalty. I'm sure there was a day when only Royalty ate this well! Followed that up with the chocolate mousse. Omg that was a Work Of Art (see pics). No way on Earth I'm saving some for later! The atmosphere is also delightful. Very warm and cozy. And classy. And service was terrific. Very kind and attentive and extremely knowledgeable, especially if you're a wine buff. I need to come back here. Can't wait to return for a full dinner!

    Chicken Liver Mousse
    Stephanie K.

    There are few places you can visit weeks, months, or years down the line, that will deliver with consistency and grace, like the first time you found your favorite bistro wandering the streets of Paris, every time. And here is one perfect example, a mainstay in the heart of NW Portland - warm, welcoming, familiar like neighbors, but elegant in that effortless French way. Like all great French restaurants, core dishes are executed perfectly, always available. Imagine chicken liver mousse actually being that silken, like richly churned European butter over a perfectly crusted baguette round, topped with a sweetly tart port-soaked prune underlaid by a layer of just-right Dijon. Grab a glass of Oregon's finest and a butter lettuce salad, and you could be immediately transported to European coordinates. The ultimate indulgence follows with Chef Aaron's Gougères - miraculous little bundles of joy. Perfectly crisped slightly sweet shells exploding into savory Gruyère slowly melting through each bite. Perhaps could have, should have stopped there, but the bavette steak frites is a staple that I won't leave town without. I prefer this cut for the crispy sear, which melds so beautifully with the red wine Demi- and a dip of béarnaise. I've been putting this one to the test and haven't found better, a classic among clones. Whether stopping by for snacks or five courses, look for Nicholas who knows his way around the wine list, with food you'll never go wrong.

    Gougeres, olives, and some mocktails.
    Katherine L.

    We had a perfectly pleasant evening here a few nights ago! The interior is cute and cozy (without feeling crowded), the staff friendly and helpful, and the food was good. I don't know that we would go out of our way to go back to it, but we're also a touch snobby about French food. We ordered a variety of things- olives, gougeres, sugar snap peas, escargot, shared the steak frites, and had madelines for dessert. The gougeres, although very prettily presented was forgettable, and I wish the sugar snap peas had a savory crunchy component, rather than the sweet sunflower seed granola. The flavors of the escargot was delightful, but the texture wasn't quite right; I don't know how else to describe it but it was both chewy and too tender? The olives were good, and you get a big ole' pile. The steak frites was perfection; the steak was a perfectly cooked medium rare, and the bernaise sauce was absolutely divine. And the frites were well seasoned and had a nice crisp texture. The madelines were warm and tender and buttery- a perfect end to the meal. All in all, I would recommend the restaurant, but not sure we would go back.

    Petrale Sole
    Deawn H.

    We had an exceptional evening at St Jack. While there were a few awkward moments with the staff, the food made up for it. When we first arrived with a reservation, they didn't have a table for 5 ready for us, and tried to put us at a table for 4 with a person on the end. They adjusted after we asked, stating that the tables I asked them to put together were not available when we arrived; however, that was a little like putting it on the diner because they did know we were coming. I had written on the reservation that it was my son's birthday, but they seemed unaware until I mentioned it, and then he got a scoop of ice cream with a candle. We were a late seating at 7:30, but not the only table still seated when we left, and we didn't get any kind of a thank you or goodbye. All minor things, but they do affect the whole experience, especially when you are at a high-end restaurant. But the food, oh the food, was marvelous. We started with lovely oysters that were scrumptuous, went on the bread and butter, light and fluffy with the perfect level of salt. The Gougeres warm from the oven were amazing, as was the chicken liver mousse. I thought the tartar de boeuf was very flavorful, but if you are a traditionalist, as some of my family they didn't love it as much but still liked it very much. My husband had the Sole, and it was an amazing surprise and would be my choice if I ate there again. The moules were lovely, and the curry broth you just want to drink straight from the bowl. The steak frite well well-cooked and fries w/the bernaise sauce were lovely (though a tad bit salty). We indulged in all three of their desserts, and the table was split between the Strawberry Choux and the Meyer Lemon Coeur a la crème as the best. Both were exceptional. We would definitely recommend eating here.

    Madeleine and White Chocolate tart
    Megan P.

    Had such a great time here for my anniversary! Food was delicious, ambiance was great and the service was wonderful! Would definitely go again.

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    The vibe was super comfy~ my partner and I enjoyed our time. Would definitely plan to return again especially for steak frites

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    Ordered my steak frites medium rare and they came out rare. Fries were good and chocolate tart was alright. Might return but probably won't.

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    Ask the Community - St. Jack

    Is foie gras always available at Dinner? (Aug 14, 2022)

    As of writing (Oct, 2022) yes it is

    Vaccination required to eat here?

    They did not ask us for our card.

    Are pets allowed?

    You can bring your dog on the patio, service animals are allowed inside everywhere.

    Is there a corkage?

    Yes, it is $30 but they waive it for every bottle you purchase.

    Does this place offer $1 oysters?

    4-5pm Sunday-Thursday. So yes is the answer

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    I'm going to be thinking about those Foie Gras Dumplings for quite a long time…read more All items I tried last night at Canard were creative, flavorful, well presented and reasonably priced. The garlic fries were spicy in the best way, perfectly crisp, and served steaming hot. The Duck Stack (pancakes covered with duck gravy, onions, and a duck egg) sounded a bit odd to me (and probably many others). When I asked the server if it was good, they told me that people travel to the restaurant specifically for that dish. I'm glad I tried it. Again, very unique with a well balanced spice profile paired with the delicious undertones of a hot pancake. I know I would have never thought of that, doesn't sound like it should work, but....it worked! Service was great, atmosphere was a bit loud with a band playing next door, it was a bit overwhelming, plus a random dude walked into the restaurant and a server lit his joint for him as a courtesy(?)...stunk the place up for a few minutes, but as I thought about it, I decided that was about the most "Portland" thing I had seen all week on my trip :) I'll be going back for sure, I would love to taste through that entire menu. Did I mention the Foie Gras Dumplings? I never had anything like them in my life. That's a dish I would definitely travel back to Portland for.

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    4.4
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    2.2 mi
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    Came here for Portland Dining Month and got the $35 and $55 course and thoroughly enjoyed!…read more The service was attentive and we felt very looked after. The waiter came by several times to check in on us and served each course right after we finished the previous course. The seafood was absolutely delicious and everything was seasoned to perfection. I probably wouldn't get the pork again because it was pretty dry but I would definitely come back to try more of their seafood offerings. The lemon curd peppercorn meringue was also delicious and was executed perfectly- such a unique combination.

    I had this reservation saved for a while and finally made an RSVP for six on Friday, January 9,…read more2026 at 6:15pm to celebrate a childhood friend's birthday and our family's 30 years in the United States. We were genuinely excited and looking forward to a special evening. Unfortunately, the experience fell far short, especially given the price point and strong Yelp rating. The oxtail croquettes arrived cold, which was surprising for a fried item and set a disappointing tone early. The biggest issue was the hamachi crudo. It had a strong fishy smell with clear hints of ammonia and tasted far from fresh, bordering on spoiled. There was a lingering aftertaste that unfortunately affected everyone's palate for the rest of the meal. We sent it back due to quality concerns. My family and I grew up eating liver and mousse from our own family recipes and from many different culinary traditions. The chicken liver mousse here was creamy in texture but lacked depth and subtle sweetness, and tasted overly mineralized. It was the first chicken liver mousse I have ever not finished. The crab beignets were acceptable, though they could have used more crab. The accompanying sauce was well executed. The miso deviled eggs were tasty, and the anchovy add-on worked nicely. The Parisienne gnocchi, at $40, was not memorable and leaned heavily salty. Steak frites were standard, a dish that is generally hard to fumble. Unfortunately drinks. The shift in service after we sent back the hamachi was obviously uncomfortable and noticeable. The energy dramatically changed. There was little interest in engaging with our feedback. For a meal that totaled over $200, we left disappointed and still hungry. Portland offers many stronger dining options at this price point that deliver both quality and hospitality. Disappointing feels like an understatement. I am genuinely puzzled by the high rating based on the food quality and service we experienced. We will not be returning, nor would I recommend it based on this visit.

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