Food was pretty good and the place was very pretty. I wasn't pleased with the service there. Waiter was very passive aggressive. Some items are very under cooked. read more

See a reservation available? Don't think - just book. This place is sure to have the hottest seats in town, if not already. My boyfriend and I have been anxiously awaiting this opening for several months now and we were lucky enough to land a high-top table reservation on a Saturday night. Everything about our experience was exceptional. Upon arrival, our table was a few minutes delayed so they sat us in a private patio section that felt safe and comfortable and we were given water and the opportunity to order drinks. Once at our table, we received fantastic service from start to finish. We enjoyed every bite of our meal, which included potato salad, sashimi moirawse, pork hot pot and panna cotta for dessert. Sashimi was the highlight for me, perhaps it was because I watched Michelin-Starred Restaurant Alum Chef Kim spend several minutes preparing the dish - such an incredible sense of detail! Note that all of Takibi's dishes (with the exception of the soba) are meant for sharing, and our order was the perfect amount for two. Drinks were just as delicious as the food. We did our best to order as many as our wallets could handle. While the food seamed reasonably priced, the drinks felt a bit expensive for Portland. My favorite part about the experience was having a view of both the kitchen and the bar. You could definitely tell that everyone working, from the hostess, wait staff, bartenders, chef, etc. have a great sense of pride for working at Takibi. I look forward to my next visit - where I hope to dine on their quaint heated outdoor patio! read more

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The decor inside is beautiful! Amazing service and great food. I would recommend the braised pork belly with a side of rice! The eggplant is surprisingly good. read more

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Outstanding birthday dinner celebration! Must order the black cod and pork belly. And thank you for the special birthday dessert donut read more

Takibi - Ramen Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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20% AUTOMATIC GRATUITY not disclosed anywhere on the menu or on their website??? PLUS our server adds that there is another line available if I wanted to add any additional gratuity??? Unbelievable. Someone needs to sue them for this. I got the A4 Olive Wagyu Tenderloin, Miso Black Cod, Lamb Chop. The black cod and lamb Chop were good, but everywhere that serves those dishes makes them good too. The A4 Wagyu was absolutely nothing to be proud of so don't get that. I'm skeptical that this was really A4 Olive Wagyu. The drinks were good, but not anything near great. There just wasn't anything that made this a great experience. I feel I'm being a bit generous here with 3 stars, but we need to get more restaurants back in pdx. read more

Husband was really looking forward to this opening and we actually planned a trip to Portland around it! Made a reservation to dine indoors on a Friday night, and had a great time. Staff was very attentive, and seating/tables are spacious. The menu is tapas-style/small plates, which allows you to try a lot of different dishes, although the prices can add up fast. They also have an inventive cocktail menu, but the drinks seem a bit on the pricy end, and I probably wouldn't order one again. We started off with the potato salad, chicken karaage, and sushi moriawase, all of which we found really delicious and beautifully plated. (Although the inclusion of smoked salmon in the sashimi platter was a bit odd imo) For the "mains" we ordered the whole grilled trout (which was a pretty large portion!) and duck soba. Finished off with two desserts, and left very happy and full. I think the only dishes we found underwhelming were the desserts. The pear ice cream didn't have a very strong pear flavor, and the tofu doughnuts were a lot thicker/heavier than we expected in texture. read more

Takibi - Pear ice cream and Tofu doughnuts - Ramen Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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The service and atmosphere was impeccable but the food was just okay. The portion to price ratio seemed very off, and the menu as a whole isn't very compelling or anything we haven't seen before. I can definitely see how some reviewers left hungry. The drinks were great, though! We ordered most of the highlights on the menu: the squid nutaae, fried oysters, potatoes, sashimi moriawase, pork millefeuille nabe, chicken karaage, miso black cod, snow peak gratin, kakuni, and kami nanban soba. If you just want to try the good stuff I would recommend the sashimi, black cod, and kakuni (def skip the soba, gratin, and potatoes). Though I do want to add that these three items are not uncommon at any Japanese restaurant (Mirakutei, for example) which ties back to my point that nothing here was particularly groundbreaking or new. It was a fun experience but perhaps eat a snack before your reservation if you don't want to break the bank. 6/10 read more

Takibi - Fried oysters, miso black cod, potatoes - Ramen Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Atmosphere is great, my favorite part of the dining experience. The food was tasty, but somehow not memorable.

The restaurant has a nice ambience with good food as a fusion but not good value as the portion is too small But not small price. The waitress was snooty, not warm welcomed and should work in New York instead of our friendly Portland. very disappointing that the black cod with miso was disaster, smelled like expired, very fishy. we told the waitress and she didn't try to do anything except "I'll tell the chef. who cares? we paid for that. Damn it! And it's expensive with 2 very tiny pieces. The check came with the explanation of 20%gratuity. I wish them well and never wanna go back again. That's ridiculous. What a greedy world! Hey! You can say that I am cheap but I love many good valued expensive restaurant with friendly and attentive waitress. read more

went here to celebrate our anniversary, and got free champagne! took our friends from out of town the next time bc we were hooked! food was amazing, literally everything was so so good. i love the karaage, probably the best i've had! the sashimi was very good as well, ordered 2 nijimasu when it was just the two of us (10 pcs) and ordered 4 when we came with 6 ppl. i loved the beef tataki a lot as well. we also got hoba misoyaki, saba shioyaki and lamb chop which were all delicious. highly recommend for all occasions! read more

My least favorite izakaya in town. Drink menu was creative, food was good, but I'm taking points off for service and atmosphere. Modern feel inside but no cozy vibes included. Just kinda bland. A 20% gratuity was automatically added to check, which normally I'm fine with but this waiter made little effort to be friendly or helpful. read more

hmm.. great atmosphere.. but food was very disappointing. we had really high expectations coming in with everything we've seen on social media but wow.. nothing tasted right.. we ordered pretty much everything on the menu hoping to get at least one decent dish but... no luck. we spent over $260 left hungry and angry.. again, space is beautiful but our server wasnt very knowledgeable and these over priced menus made us not wanting to ever come back.. oysters-- so salty. period. tofu dressing salad -- palm sized salad with no flavor so we tried.. salmon skin salad with miso dressing -- umm.. is there dressing on here? and wheres the salmon skin? sashimi platter -- mediocre .. nothing exciting (small portions) black cod -- tender but again. so salty. katsu -- it was ok.. ribeye -- decent but honestly the oyster mushrooms that came as a garnish was the best thing out of everything we ordered kakuni -- sauce was ok.. but even that soft boiled egg was salty... :( hot soba noodle -- size of my palm bowl, bland broth.. by this time we were just done. maybe it was a off day.... but wow.. overall so disappointing and left with nothing but sadness.... :( read more

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I don't expect this level of service for $100+ spending for a few beers and 3 dishes. We liked Takibi for its unique atmosphere and fresh food quality though it is well overpriced than other restaurants and bars in the street. But can't bear the service taking more than an hour to serve simple dishes after we got seated. (Our group was the second guests at the restaurant arriving at (actually before) the opening. So shouldn't have orders backed up that much.) 5 people had only 3 dishes until we finally decided to cancel other dishes and leave. We are cooking food at home. Our Friday happy hour turned out to be unhappy. Probably will never go there again. read more

Classy little izakaya. Nice cocktails and small dishes. Cozy ambiance and you can shop for cool camping gear if you get there before the store closes. read more

I really have a big problem with any establishment that puts on a mandatory gratuity especially at 20% or more. Let us all be reminded that a Tip/Gratuity/Service charge is something that you earn based on the quality of service you render. Any restaurant who dares make this their policy better be ready to provide that level of service. I typically tip from 15-22% and that scale is absolutely weighed entirely on service. Not on food, not on ambiance not on anything else but service. If the staff knows they will be getting that whether or not they perform then what would motivate them to perform at their best? That was my experience from our server. She would easily have gotten a 15% tip from me if it werent for this mandatory tip. The guy who offered us water while we were waiting deserved that 20% tip but not this girl. The ambiance is really nice, the food was good but the servings are really small especially for the price. If you have good amount to spend and are willing to order 4-6 items from the menu (per person) then this is a good place to go. Some items were a hit like the fish dishes but some of the salads/sides just didnt hit the right spots on my taste meter. Don't come hungry here unless ur willing to order a lot. Im glad I tried it but I dont think ill be a return customer. I wouldnt stop anyone from trying out this place especially if the points I brought up dont bother you. I would rethink that mandatory tip policy or train your employees to really shine. That whole laid back service doesnt apply when you demand this from your customers. read more

A little on the pricey side but soooo worth it!! My bf and I just asked the staff what they would recommend and they did not dissapoint! My favorites were the black cod and the fried oysters. My bf loved the nijimasu and beef capacio! And karaage! If you're willing to splurge you will have a great experience! read more

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Priciness aside, this place is soooo good!!! It's similar to Tapas/small plates style so between 3 people we got 4-5 shareables and then the soba noodles. Everything we got was enjoyable, my favorites definitely had to be the Soba noodles and the Lamb. Meat was very tender and the broth in the noodles were so unique and hearty. Overall, loved the vibe and would def come back! read more

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Putting this spot into my must try restaurant list in Portland. The seafood here is cooked to perfection with everything being fresh. We ordered about half the menu and highly recommend the sukiyaki hot pot, grilled cod, and the sashimi plate if you don't know what to order. All plates here are meant to be shared so do order plenty of food for the full experience. The staff was very attentive and wait for each platter was fairly quick. Keep in mind that they do have a few tables outside and at the bar for walk-ins but other then that, this place is booked out a month in advance. read more

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The food, service and atmosphere were all top notch. My favorites were duck soba and panna cotta with green tea sauce - but everything was delicious. Lovely outdoor seating as well as beautiful inside. read more

My partner and I had a very nice date night at Takibi. The atmosphere and build-out is truly top notch. So too are the details en table. We tasted a wide variety of the menu and would've like to try more. The moriawase stood out to me as a self-proclaimed sushi fanatic. I've never liked wasabi but theirs is fresh and very nice. The only reason it is not a 5-star is the price per small place. The food was quality and the staff was kind. 4/5. read more

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I was so excited to try this place out! Ordered the sashimi, eggplant, cold soba noodles, and squid. Everything was beautifully plated but unfortunately nothing tasted right! The sashimi wasn't cut well and had some chewy skin left on the salmon. Also, the ice that was underneath the sashimi was almost too cold that some bites felt like eat frozen fish. The eggplant was not good at all! Sadly, it was so cold, mushy, and lacking any type of flavor that could have redeemed the dish. The cold soba noodles were literally a plate of cold noodles with a cup of sauce to dip them in. The whole thing lacked flavor and for $16 dollars it's hard to pay for just noodles and a small cup of sauce! Wish there was a little bit more to this dish or that the noddles were so good they didn't even need any extras.... The squid was in a mustard sauce that overpowered everything else in the dish. What I did like was the hospitality and environment! Such kind servers and the restaurant is very beautiful and fun to be in. I won't be coming back though. read more

Start to finish, this place is the best thing that's ever happened to Portland. Go, bring your wallet, and indulge. Literally everything is perfect. read more

Takibi - Whiskey snow cones - Ramen Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Food is decent, but it takes some time for us to get help or attention when we need something. Part of that is our own problem. This is not a typical kids friendly dining option like it's peers. Like, most people would immediately provide kids with forks and spoons rather than let us fight with the long chopsticks. But it is a nice place for a few adults friends to relax and hang out. read more

This place is a unique concept and was absolutely fun to try for a night out with a friend. The plates are tiny, so unless you order a lot, you may want to get a second dinner somewhere else. Everything was really fresh and delicious, and I liked that everything was brought out whenever it was ready so that it would be fresh and the temperature would be perfect. There is a mandatory 20% tip added and then they ask you to tip more. I would say for the level of service (table service but VERY casual) 20% forced gratuity is a lot. They brought us 2 things separately that we sent back because they were meant for other tables. All in all it was a fun experience and while not something I'll do again due to the price considering how small the portions are, great to try out! read more

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This place was transformative. I honestly just came because I was a fan of snow peak's design but was totally taken aback by how good the food was here. It was close to perfect. My favorite was the crispy potatoes (with an amazing sauce) and the sukiyaki (super sweet and homey). Even the shiraae salad was a knockout. The tofu dressing was so creamy. My boyfriend loved the kakuni. Really wish we could have fit in dessert but we were way too stuffed and already super satisfied read more

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Some reviewers seem put off by the small portions and high prices. It ain't a diner, folks. There is a McMenamins a block over if "food coma dinning" is your M.O. That said, food, service, atmosphere - all excellent. A true trifecta. The sashimi is the best in town. read more

Stay away. Incredibly overpriced. The flavor did not deliver. Staff is a little slow. The vibe and atmosphere was the best thing about this place. Looks like such a nice and chill place, but the food was so severely lacking in flavor that I cannot justify coming back here, much less the $112 tab that came with the tiny little portions of the few things we tried. Also, beware that they include a 20% gratuity that they only tell you about after they charge your card. Not coming back. Wouldn't recommend. read more

By far one of the best dining experiences I've had since moving back from SF. The ambiance is very minimalistic, but high end at the same time. Cocktail selection was simple yet elegant. Very impressive restaurant and gracious staff- I will definitely be coming back. read more

Takibi - Sashimi dish - Ramen Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I brought my family here for dinner and it was amazing. I can also see this as a really nice date spot. The interior is just as aesthetic as the adjoining store, Snow Peak. And the food was just as delicious as the inside. I was surprised by how good the fried oysters were, and the salad ingredients were so fresh and crisp. Definitely recommend this place! read more

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The food was okay, not remarkable. For the price, I expected a lot better. Our waiter got my drink order, then waited and talked to other staff and came and got my partner's drink order maybe 10 minutes later despite the restaurant not being busy. After our initial order, I had to flag our waiter down for all subsequent orders, which was disappointing. The duck dish came with 3 very thinly sliced small pieces of duck (each was about the size of a stick of gum) and was overcooked. I was unhappy with our service, but gratuity is automatically added at 20% to every ticket whether or not the service was good, so that was a letdown. For two people at $150, I expected better food and service. read more

This was a standout dining experience. We left it all up to our waiter who expertly crafted a menu of share plates that filled us up and explored the wide variety of dishes available. We stuck with cocktails the whole meal because that menu was so exciting, too. The dining room was beautiful, with lots of places to let your gaze rest on. Highly recommend! read more

I would say this place had AMAZING food, but the wait times can be a bit much. We were seated at 6:45pm, and finished our dinner at 8:45pm. Between 2 people, we ordered around 10 or so items (most of the them upfront), but it took a WHOLE HOUR to get our food. Like, bro I just ordered a simple tofu thing that should be premade, why am I waiting eons to eat one piece??? read more

When we were recently shopping at Snow Peak, we noticed something strange behind the store. It was a restaurant! REI doesn't have one. Arcteryx doesn't have one. Columbia doesn't have one. We were intrigued. So we made a reservation to see what it was like. The decor, very nice. Sort of an extension of the Snow Peak store but with a few extra touches. The food... we ordered a lot of items. The servings are rather small. There were 5 of us there. The only thing that was really memorable or stood out was the A5 wagyu. Otherwise, everything else was good, but not really memorable at all. After all the little dishes were cleared off they asked if we wanted dessert. We said no. So after spending a substantial amount of money, we were still hungry. So we cruised down 23rd, and hit Escape from New York Pizza. Had a wait a bit since it's Saturday night, the lines are pretty long. We got a couple of slices and honestly, the pizza and the ordering experience was more memorable than anything we ate at Takibi. read more

Like nothing else in Portland. The food is authentic Japanese yet at the same time inventive. Our server, Derek, was the perfect blend of professional, knowledgeable about the menu and warm and personable. Award winning bartender, Alex Anderson (James Beard award!) conjures up ingredients that elevates cocktails to an experience. The beef carpaccio and tempura oysters are life changing. Lovely patio with heaters. HIGHLY recommend. read more

Wow! What a disappointment: the one star is for the tasty tiny morsels (2) that we did have, but for $60 which included a tiny bit of cod, small cup of noodle soup, a draft beer and Vodka, that's expensive. They add on a 20% tip automatically, which is rich when you're already overpaying for so little food. If you want to lighten your wallet in a big way and walk away still hungry, by all means come to Tabiki! I'll be shocked if this place is open a year from now. Portland's palate is too smart for this. read more

Everything about this place was wonderful. We sat outside under a string of twinkle lights. It was so cool how the table, chairs, utensils and cups were Snow Peak equipment! The service was fantastic and all of the food was top notch. We had a little of everything but our favorite was the Kakuni (pork belly), beef carpaccio, black cod and tofu donuts. Portions were tapas style but we left full. The wine and beer list had tons of local options and the cocktail we got was perfect. This seems like a hidden gem, but maybe just because we have never been. Looking forward to taking every visitor here and making it a regular spot. Thanks Takibi! read more

4 stars for food and ambiance 1 stars for service giving it an average of 2.5 stars. My husband and I shared 6 menu items and all were above average. When our server came up to greet us it was more of an "Are you ready to order?" no friendly "Welcome" or "Is this your first time joining us?" When I asked for suggestions they almost read the menu back to me blandly. I thought maybe it will get better, but after we were done with 2 out of our 6 dishes the server came and asked if we had anymore left. Wouldn't they know that? Or did they not fire the rest of the food? Server then leaves, and we get the rest of our food almost rapid fire and they never check back to see how we were doing until our plates were near empty and to ask if we were interested in dessert. At that point I just wanted dessert elsewhere. The only time they friendly was when they dropped the check off and smiled. Wow! I understand there is an automatic gratuity and it is a pooled house but I would expect better service because of that and for such a well known establishment. I never know what people are going through and I empathize with having bad days, but if you're in the high end service industry, maybe don't go to work that day or switch shifts with someone who cares about their job. read more

The service was horrible, bartender was not attentive at all, and also had to ask multiple times to put a food order in, ignored me the entire time and never asked how anything was read more

Ambiance and staff are great, but the food is mediocre at best. The lunch portions are also extremely small given the price.

The ambiance is great and feels like a hideaway on an otherwise busy street. In the outdoor seating area you get to use Snow Peak products. The food and drinks leave much to be desired. The drink descriptions sound complex and well-balanced, but the two (Patio Season and Fir Coat) we tried only had one note. We had the cod and the mushrooms. The mushrooms were hard, lacked flavor, and were basically burnt. The cod was flaky but very salty. The blueberry mitsumame lacked any mame. Since the menu changes seasonally, I hope to be back and be pleasantly surprised. read more