We sit and look over the bottles of wine, choose a local Pinot Noir. A woman comes to our table and presents the bottle for tasting, as it should be. We ordered a rosti for an appetizer which doesn't disappoint, just like how I remember from Zurich. We both ordered dishes with spaetzle, schnitzel and goulash. I opt for a salad with the famous Martin's dressing while my wife gets a French onion soup she claims is the best she's ever had and that's saying something, because we've eaten 3 Michelin Star French onion soup so I try it and now I'm a believer. The chicken broth is so tasty, the onions and cheese are wonderful. It's the simple things really that can make one happy. After conversation and lots of eating, we soon find we've devoured our plates. It's been awhile since I had really good spaetzle so this was a treat. Service was attentive at every step. The dining experience like high end but in a more casual setting. Would go here again. Recommend reservations since seating is limited. read more

Swiss Hibiscus is an absolute gem in Portland and hands down one of my favorite restaurants. From the moment you walk in, you're wrapped in a warm, cozy atmosphere that feels both intimate and delightfully unexpected, with charming Hawaiian inspired decor that somehow pairs perfectly with the rich comfort of authentic Swiss cuisine. The food is truly outstanding and clearly made with care. Every dish is prepared fresh and made to order, and it shows in both flavor and presentation. My favorite dish, the émincé zurichoise, is rich, creamy, and deeply satisfying. Pure comfort on a plate. What really sets Swiss Hibiscus apart is the heart behind it. This is a place where tradition, quality, and hospitality come together seamlessly. It's rare to find food this authentic, thoughtfully prepared, and consistently excellent, all served in such a welcoming, one of a kind setting. If you're in Portland and looking for something special... whether it's a cozy date night, a celebration, or simply an unforgettable meal, Swiss Hibiscus is a must. I can't recommend it highly enough and will happily return again and again!!! read more

Swiss Hibiscus - Émincé Zurichoise - Thinly sliced pork sautéed in a mushroom cream sauce. A specialty of Zurich. (My favorite) - Modern European Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Great food great service. The food there is very authentic Swiss cuisine. The service is friendly and helpful. The ambience is what it is. It's a very small place to make a reservation. read more

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Great little intimate restaurant. I've read many good things about this place and I finally got to try it. It's small so I'd recommend a reservation if you can. You will have to order at their counter but you can sit down and look at their online menu before deciding. Their fresh rolls were so good! Crispy outside and pillowing inside. It comes with their home sauce which is like a mild thousand island. We tried the Roti with cheese and it's was so tasty, very well crisped potato hash brown. I picked the paprika schnitzel which was wonderful crispy and full of flavor. I loved their spatzel, almost like a slightly crisp buttery pasta. The dishes comes with a soup or salad. The mushroom soup was very good. My husband chose the jagerschnitzel which wasn't his favorite, a bit darker flavored one note. Service was great. The only reason I'm not a bigger fan is that since the tables are so close, you will hear the next tables conversation and in my case, a large party's loud laughter. I was also not the fan of their ordering process. The food and service is five stars though. read more

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There are very few places that service Swiss food. Additionally if Guy ate here, then it must be good enough for us. Jagerschnitzel gravy was really delicious. Chicken Wiernerschmitzel was ok, but tasted better with the gravy from my dish. Salad dressing was tangy and delicious. They even sell the salad dressing if you want to bring a touch of Swiss Hibiscus home with you. The bread was delicious, fluffy, and warm. They ran out of the Swiss apple pie dessert which was disappointing. Restrooms were clean. Make a reservation before coming here because the place only has a limited amount of tables. It is a tiny place. read more

Swiss Hibiscus - Salad - Modern European Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Holy moly! We're going to go somewhere else, changed our minds and ended up here and so glad we did! The menu is eclectic and the inside is very cute and cozy. Staff were all very friendly and helpful. We ordered the special, and it was amazing- salmon with beurre blanc. The bread was so warm, crunchy, and fluffy at the same time. The dressing that comes with the bread and also on their salads is so tasty we actually bought a bottle to go! They sell the bottles but so do a lot of grocery stores! The desserts were also so good! Can't wait to tell friends about this place and go back. read more

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What a Swiss treasure! Menu and flavors are unique in variety, quality and outstanding flavors. Schnitzel, spatial, fondue, wine, (their) salad dressing, and more are nothing short of exceptional and satisfying. Worth the reservation (not always necessary) FOR SURE. SO YUMMY. read more

My daughter & her husband took for an amazing dinner @ 'Swiss Hibiscus' yum yum yum Fabulous little place, great abidance, great service great food & friendly staff., swisshibiscus.com 4950 NE 14th Ave, Portland, OR 97211 Ann Valvona read more

I can't believe I just found out about this restaurant. What a great way to enjoy comfort German food that goes beyond brats and pretzels. I had Spätzl and became obsessed so when I searched Yelp I was able to find Sweet Hibiscus and see them offer so much more. Check out their menu online but they also have specials on their board when you walk in. We got lucky and were able to grab a spot for dinner without a reservation since we trekked through the rain but it does seem like a popular spot so I would recommend just booking a time in case. I really enjoyed the PAPRIKA SCHNITZEL and EMINCE ZURICHOISE. The prices are a little higher than what you might expect but worth it. The flavors have great depth and spices. The schnitzel was tender and soaked up the sauces and was delicious. I would recommend getting the SPÄTZLI w/ EMMENTALER CHEESE also. There were also a couple of dessert specials which I ordered and did not disappoint. If they're on the menu be sure to check them out! read more

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Wow. One of the best restaurants in Portland hands down FOOD we got an assortment of classic Swiss dishes. All are seasoned to perfection. Unfortunately it has been a while since I ate here and couldn't give more details but trust me you won't be disappointed SERVICE The staff here are super nice. They sat us within minutes but we also had a reservation as well. The restaurant itself is kinda small and intimate. Highly recommend to make a reservation instead of walking in. ALL IN ALL. Go and thank me later :D read more

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Wonderful food but we found it awkward to have reservations and have to order in the entry right when you walk in. You're reading a massive menu and trying to figure out what you'd like to eat as other people are coming in for their reservations and there's not a lot of space. It would be so much better if you could just sit at your table and someone could take your order from there. The food was amazing though. read more

Swiss Hibiscus - Modern European Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Absolutely fantastic. There's good reason they have such great reviews. Came with a party of 4, split the fondue and then we all got an entree. Refilled the bread for the fondue when we ran out free of charge. Three of us got the Emince Zurichoise which was absolutely fantastic, absolutely must have. read more

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As good as the hype says! A cozy spot serving European/Swiss delicacy. Do make a reservation cause their space is pretty small. Everything was delicious and unique. We started off with their hot, crispy bread that was supposed to be dip with their house sauces. A great way to start the meal. We then had their Escargot, which was my first time! Loved how buttery and garlic it was. The Snails were cooked perfectly too. Each entreé came with a side and soup/salad. We got the Specials Beef Tenderloin with Cabbage Salad and Rösti and the Goulash with Mutigawny Soup and Spatzli. We loved them both but my winner was the Goulash. The pork was sooo tender and melty. The stew was super flavorful and it went perfectly with the fresh spatzli that was crispy on the outside but soft on the inside. The soup was tasty too. I had nothing to complain about their food here. All very unique and well-executed. Of course, we had to get dessert. We split the Eis Kaffee which was a coffee milkshake and the Profiterole that was covered with hot chocolate sauce and filled with vanilla ice cream. A great way to wrap up the meal. Will definitely be back to try their Fondue next! read more

Swiss Hibiscus - Eis Kaffee - Modern European Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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This gem of a Swiss establishment took me right back home to my mom's kitchen. From the escargot that swam in a delicious garlic butter, to the crunchy and piping hot homemade bread to sop up the delicacy, I was satisfied. I'm not a fan of reading the menu and standing in a crowded spot and then ordering and sitting down at our reserved table, the flow just doesn't make sense. It must work, as it is quite a successful restaurant. Once you figure out all the ins and outs of the menus and added any included items, you can sit down and relax, waiting for goodness to be served your way. We ordered the following and not one thing disappointed. Escargot in garlic butter. These are delicious and you don't even need to deal with a decorative shell. Just get right down to business and start enjoying. The Swiss Onion Soup is a must. Pay a little bit extra and allow your taste buds to explore the delicacy. We started with the house salad and the cabbage salad, both tossed with their house dressing (the chef's dad's recipe) and available to buy and bring home and slather on what you like. It is delicious. We are taking this back to California and wowing our friends with this amazing dressing. The Wienerschnitzel was perfectly breaded and fried, served with a traditional slice of lemon and a side of rosti (fried hash browns) or spatzli. Either are excellent as sides. The Bratwurst with brown gravy and onions was my favorite, accompanied by rosti. Had to share this with the group so that all could taste the wonderful dish and long for it later. Oh, but we aren't done. This group had to venture into dessert, which were the profiteroles (cream puffs filled with vanilla ice cream and topped with a homemade chocolate sauce). Come on, this place is Swiss, chocolate has to show up somewhere. 2 Bottles of Oregonian Pinot Noir later and a delicious meal, we can easily say that this was a wonderful dining experience and a memorable one at that. We will be back one day to experience Fondue or Raclette, but for now while it is 96 degrees, this was as light as we could go. Support this restaurant, and if you are Swiss, take a walk down memory lane. You won't be disappointed. read more

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Ordered the Jägerschnitzel. Delicious! I got the hasbrown side hood but a little salty, and my bf got the spatzle side which I think I enjoyed more. They give you a side of bread before your meal comes out with a spicy and regular dressing. I'm not a beer person but I did like the Hefeweizen! They make you order at the front before you sit down which I didn't really like. It was my first time so I wasn't sure what to order so I just got the same as my bf. It's a tight space so def recommend reserving ahead of time. read more

Swiss Hibiscus - Modern European Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Though shnitzels & such aren't usually my favorite type of cuisine as it's usually a bit heavier but it's definitely hearty & this place does it well. We've tried several of the schnitzels and a few of their rotating specials, all of which have been pretty good. The entrees are a little pricey but it's a good amount of food, coming w/ either soup or salad & choice of rosti or linguini. The linguini was fine but the rosti is amazing, if you can only choose one choose that. I don't have other rosti experience to compare it to but it tasted like amazing more savory hashbrowns. We also tried the Profiteroles for dessert which was very tasty, like a bon bon stuffed w/ ice cream and a drizzled chocolate shell. The place itself is pretty small & you usually need reservations. read more

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Fantastic food and great staff and owners! Absolutely recommend going there! Authentic Swiss food !

Had some family visiting and take them here and share one of best date night spots we ever had. Everything was so spot on to our experience previously and they even remembered us after it had been several months since coming in! If you're looking for a place to flex on your relatives or future in laws in Portland, look no further. We took them boating, wake surfing, and they even spent a day out in the beautiful Columbia gorge doing all sorts of fun stuff only to say that dinner at Swiss Hibiscus was their favorite part of visiting. Sometimes all it takes is good people, great food, and an imported cider to realize the best of times are sometimes happening over a pot of fondue. The trick is knowing where to go, and if you've found yourself thinking about going here, I can confidently say it be worth picking over almost any spot in the area. Tell me a place you can experience 5 star service, food, and ambiance without $$$$ next to the restaurant name... I'll wait. Kind, genuine, and good people can feel hard to find these days, but you can bet you'd find a whole room full of them if you knew the right place to look and Swiss Hibiscus is definitely that place. I'd give them 6 stars if I could, but nonetheless thank you to the chefs, waitstaff, and owner for the kindness and care during our meal, we will be back someday soon, ready to impress more of our family & friends with all you have to offer. read more

Swiss Hibiscus - Modern European Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I just love this local little gem. Make a reservation...it's a small place and they fill up quick. The menu does change and you can look online for their most recent offerings. The fondue is simple blissful yumminess! The Swiss onion soup is piping hot and so flavorful. This is a small family owned restaurant and their service is so amazing. It's always a great experience whenever we have gone in. read more

Swiss Hibiscus - Inside decor - Modern European Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Delicious swiss comfort food! Great place to have a well-rounded meal that will leave you full and satisfied. This is a small/intimate restaurant, so reservations are advised. I would also recommend looking at the menu beforehand, as you will place your order at the counter before you sit down. Don't worry if you want more drinks/dessert; you can order that from your table when your server comes to check on you! I enjoyed their salmon with dill cream sauce (on the special menu) with a salad, and profiterole for dessert. I would love to come back and try their fondue with a group of 4, as I'd want it to be an appetizer and still get to enjoy a main course. Service is friendly and courteous, and this is a great place for a date or a quieter catch up with friends. read more

It was a good surprise to find a restaurant in Portland area. The staff was very nice and friendly. The dishes were amazing key note, we have to get reservations ahead. I do wish there are some more vegetarian options. read more

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Transported to Switzerland in every bite! Swiss Hibiscus is a true gem, offering the most authentic Swiss cuisine that feels like a warm embrace from the Swiss Alps. The flavors, the ambiance, and the hospitality whisked me away to a memorable evening in Switzerland. From the first bite to the last, it was a delightful journey of authentic Swiss delights. A must-visit for anyone longing for a taste of Switzerland right here in Portland! Chef Jennie,Tammy and staff treated us with complete kindness and their food was made with love & aloha read more

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I love this place! Went here with my daughter after getting her moved in at the University of Portland. Go Pilots! I had a glass of Pinot Noir $13 and my baby girl had a Freshly Squeezed Lemonade $4.50. I had the Emince Zurichoise $24.50 which is a type of schnitzel. This was what I would call Swiss comfort food. Rich in flavor and seasoned perfectly. We had a salad and subbed one of the the sides to a French Onion for an additional $4.25 and glad I did. This FOS was fire. I only wish I could make my FOS as good as this one. My daughter had the Spaghetti Ticinese $19.50. I tried some and it was on point. I'll be back every time I visit my daughter. Service was outstanding and lots of free on street parking. read more

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I can't believe how long it's taken me to eat at Swiss Hibiscus. It's been in my bookmarks for so long and I finally made my way here. And let me tell you, they did NOT disappoint! After visiting Germany (right before the start of the pandemic) I've been craving authentic, delicious schnitzel and spaetzle. There was a restaurant in Beaverton that satisfied my cravings, but they recently closed down permanently. Thank goodness for Swiss Hibiscus! I tried the paprika schnitzel and also took bites from everyone else's dishes in my party and everything was good. The employees were nice and made you feel welcome, but it also felt a little rushed. The restaurant is very small so I'm sure they need to turn over tables quickly. Overall I loved this restaurant and will be back for sure! read more

Swiss Hibiscus - Modern European Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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My visit to Swiss Hibiscus was great. It's a small restaurant so I highly recommend getting a reservation prior to visiting to ensure that you get a table. As many customers have, I heard about Swiss Hibiscus via Dinners Drive Ins and Dives. The service and ambience were great. I got the paprika schnitzel with Spätzli and French onion soup. The French onion soup was delicious and had a perfect cheese crust. The pork was cooked perfectly and I loved the chewiness of the spätzli. The cream sauce was rich and flavorful. Overall, I would recommend coming here for an upscale, delicious meal. read more

Swiss Hibiscus - French Onion Soup - Modern European Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Came here since it was on DDD and had 5 stars. Thought service was great. Food was bland except for mushroom sauce on Jäegermeister. It was very salty. The food is very similar to German food but sorry to say I was only able to give it 3 stars. read more

Swiss Hibiscus - Modern European Near Me - Portland, Oregon

The thing to know is this is a VERY small restaurant. After making reservations several weeks in advance, we arrived to find the table reserved for us was so close to the front door the back of the chair was less than 6" from the door frame and with the lack of menu's, people who wouldn't/couldn't use their phone were standing right behind you checking out the menu board as if they're on line at McDonalds. The thing is, I'm fine w/ small restaurants and no paper menu's however had I known the table was at the door, I would have happily declined and reserved for a different day and time as I had looked forward to trying this restaurant. The service was good and the french onion soup some of the best I've had in a long time. The rest of the food was ok but not memorable. Some of that was my own fault, I should have been more adventurous with my choice (chicken wiernerschnitzel). The price for 2 of us with a shared appetizer and dessert, 2 cans of imported beer and 2 entrees was approximately $100 before tip. I would be willing to go again for a casual meal but I would probably wait until the weather was nicer so we could sit outside. read more

Absolutely everything here is delicious and the service is on point. My faves are the Alpler/swiss mac and cheese appetizer (I get it vegetarian), their sautéed mushrooms are always lovely and perfectly cooked, the salmon special entire with spatzli (and you can get it Cajun style if you don't want the rich beurre blanc), the bread served with the martins Swiss dressing, their yummy salads, and I also love the vegan lentils and whatever they season them with. Their dessert is also fantastic--I go for the Eis Caffe and the chocolate mousse when they have it. read more

Swiss Hibiscus has its origins far from Portland, all the way in Hawaii, where Chef Martin Wyss opened Swiss Inn on Oahu. Now this family operation has migrated to Portland, and Swiss Hibiscus continues to serve homestyle Swiss and European dishes with love. After ordering at the counter, we were started off with two airy bread rolls, along with the famous Martin's Swiss Dressing (both the original and the spicy version). Each of the entrees came with an appetizer to start, and we got the cabbage salad (made with Martin's dressing of course); and a thick, warm Swiss barley soup with meat and vegetables. And then came the entrees! The most "Swiss" dish, according to our server, was the Emince Zurichoise, which was thinly sliced pork loin sautéed in a decadent, umami mushroom cream sauce. The Szegedin Goulash was a flavorful, spicy dish of pork shoulder simmered with paprika, onions, and sauerkraut, and finished with a touch of cream. With the entrees, we also got sides of sautéed spätzli (egg noodles) and rösti (a round potato hashbrown), which both paired nicely with the saucy meat dishes. Overall, the food here was just average in terms of quality and flavor, though the service was amazingly friendly and charming, and eating here was getting a taste of old, classic hospitality. read more

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It's been way too long since my last visit. What a unique and wonderful dining experience. The selection was limited but spot on!! Delicious dining experience. Make reservations. read more

We're not in Portland that often anymore, but this restaurant had been on our list for a while and we were finally able to make it happen. Thank goodness! We went on a Friday, which gave us some special weekend entree options. I took one of them, the cassoulet with a cabbage salad on the side. My girlfriend got an old classic, the jaegerschnitzel with roesti and a standard salad. I've had a lot of German food, but I've never had roesti, which I guess is more of a Swiss German thing. I didn't eat much of it since she liked it a lot, but it was flavorful and a nice variety pick over some items we already know well like spaetzle. My cassoulet was not quite like French cassoulets I've had, mostly because it was absolutely loaded with sliced sausage. I'll never complain about too much sausage! What pushes this restaurant over the top is great service. The lady processing orders was super friendly, and then the head cook (who seemed to be her mother) was going from table to table asking for feedback on the meals. read more

Swiss Hibiscus - Jaegerschnitzel with roesti - Modern European Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Swiss Hibiscus is comfort food served in a very cozy ambiance. The schnitzels were buttery tender goodness. read more

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This is definitely a hidden gem in the heart of the Alberta Arts District. To say this place has incredible food is an understatement. Literally everything is delicious. We tried a salmon with fresh dill dish, onion soup, salad with their unique homemade dressing (that people come to buy by the bottle), and profiteroles. INCREDIBLE! It is a tiny place with limited seating and a few outdoor tables, and it gets busy, so plan ahead. Pro Tip: Email about making reservations a few days in advance, they will allow it but won't let you book too far out. read more

After staying home for a few years due to the pandemic, we are starting to venture out again. when I was asked what I wanted for the holidays, I asked for a dinner at Swiss Hibiscus. It had been 3 years since our last visit .. IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT! There is a good reason this place consistently has 5 star ratings .. we love everything they offer, from their homemade bread to escargot & mushroom appetizers to onion soup & beef tenderloin fillets + we were lucky enough to get the last order of their profiteroles for dessert that night. So glad we skipped lunch that day. Amazing place. read more

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Food was amazing just like the old days of Swiss Inn in Hawaii! It's a very small quaint restaurant & service was great!

It was my birthday and I wanted to try somewhere new. After reading reviews I chose Swiss Hibiscus. We were not disappointed. It's a little odd that you order before they seat you. We had checked the menu beforehand so it went fast. It's a small place and I only saw three employees but they were all very friendly and took good care of us. I ordered the jagerschnitzel and it was heavenly. Paprika schnitzel and beef stroganoff were also ordered. Everything was great! For dessert we ordered their chocolate mousse and a chocolate chip cookie. Again, delicious. I plan on returning. Make a reservation and check the menu ahead of time. And enjoy!! read more

We had the most AMAZING dinner at Swiss Hibiscus!! After we ordered our meals and sat down, we were immediately served hot rolls with Martin's dressing and Martin's hot dressing. The rolls were light and fluffy and both dressings were delicious. We started with cheese fondue and French bread cubes. It was so good and plenty for the 4 of us. Then we had the French onion soup and Potato Leek soup. Each had excellent flavor. The house salat and cabbage salat both had Martin's dressing on them and were very fresh. Our entrees were very filling. The pork Osso buco had an amazing sauce and fell right off the bone. The linguine was very tasty. The roast chicken sandwich was seasoned perfectly. The bratwurst with browned onions, au jus and spatzli was fantastic. The chicken wienerschnitzel was perfectly seasoned, lightly breaded and crispy and the spatzli was wonderful. We did make room for desserts. Their special was profiteroles with vanilla ice cream and melted chocolate. We got 2 orders. We also got a house-made chocolate chip cookie ice cream cookie sandwich and vanilla ice cream with melted chocolate. The service was impeccable. Both servers were very kind and attentive. The chef has put her heart and soul into the preparation of our meals. We are looking forward to our next visit! read more

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Great food and very warm and inviting place. Owner is great and the service is excellent. My son's love coming here for the fondue and snails and any entree with spatzle . I usually go for some swiss onion soup and jaegerschnitzel then grab a bottle of salad dressing to go when we visit. If you mashed up southern german food with french cheese, you get Swiss food. Is how I explained it and it is just so delicious. Must try! read more

Possibly the best German food in Portland! I had the classic chicken schnitzel, which, along with the spatzle, was perfection. I've always LOVED spatzle since I was a wee one so I was very pleased. The bread and salad were incredible too, and that salad dressing was to die for. Seriously. Now, a few things you should know: it's a very small dining area with only a few tables. I actually really liked this, as it felt very intimate and cozy. But this means you MUST make a reservation. I believe in our case we made one 9 days in advance! Worth it though. But to sum it up: friendly staff, cozy dining room and astronomically awesome food. Now shoo! Get over to Swiss Hibiscus! read more

Swiss Hibiscus - Chicken Wienerschnitzel - Modern European Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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We had Christmas Eve dinner here, and the food and service were fantastic! We both had Swiss Onion Soup and Tossed Salad with amazing house dressing. My husband had the Berner Platte and I had Weinerschnitzel with Rösti. For dessert we had a Profiterole and Carmel Custard. Everything was delicious! We can't wait to go back and try other dishes! read more

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