Great ramen at lunchtime. Heat lamps could work a little harder on a cold fall day but we all thought it was great.

A disappointing visit for a beautiful new restaurant. The sashimi moriawase was very good but the chicken karaage, which was supposed to be fried 'tuliped' chicken wings, was served with inconsistent sized wings, so the small ones were tough and dry, and the largest one was underdone. The craft cocktails were very good, and if you like non alcoholic cocktails, they have excellent choices. However, all the tables were taken, so we only were able to sit at the bar. While dining, the bartender was listening into and participating in our conversations, which was a little creepy. Despite the shortcomings of our first visit, I would try this place again, and sit at a table outdoors. read more

Takibi - Sashimi Moriawase, "yellowfin ahi tuna, smoked king salmon, monterey squid, pacific sardine, trout roe, oregon coast wasabi" - Ramen Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Great cocktails and food. Really enjoyed various dishes. Cool wine list. Great service read more

Takibi - Cocktails - Ramen Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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We made a reservation for the dining room. Glad we did because it turned out to be a chilly day but the patio looked very welcoming. I want to sit out there sometime! Everywhere you turn, there is beauty inside and outside. I would live there if possible. The service was amazing and genuine. The quality of the food was spectacular and the presentation wow. We ordered: Sashimi Moriawase which turned out to be our favorite thing! So fresh, so elegant, such flavor! Chicken karaage was good. Mushroom Kakiage Soba, my 2nd favorite. Pork Millefeuille Nabe - Fun! Cozy! Hot pot Pear Ice Cream & Hojicha Panna Cotta. Both not very sweet which we like!! & just the perfect way to end your meal! The Panna Cotta if you're only getting one of them. Cocktails were excellent! My favorite though was the Patio Season. It comes with a cute green peach. It's so good!! read more

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If you haven't heard, this is one of the newest spots in town! Japanese cuisine built into an outdoor store. We sat on the patio - which of course was decorated to theme, from the camp chairs to the foldable camp table to the roasted marshmallow chopstick rest. My date & I split the shiraae (vegetable appetizer), white miso black cod, mushroom kakiage soba, and tofu donuts. Everything was very tasty. The miso sauces and the soba broth especially. As for drinks, we tried (1) a non-alcoholic version of the the Soban/a, which tasted like incense from a yoga studio... in a good way, (2) the Nori Green Tea Punch, which tasted like green tea with a kick, and (3) the Yuzu Shandy which had too many spices on the rim for my tastes. Overall, I'm subtracting one star because the portions are too small for the price. Yes, I know that's how fine dining is, but it sucks to leave a place after paying $90 and still feel hungry. And the waiter specifically told us plates were meant for sharing. One thing I appreciated was a built-in gratuity of 18%, split evenly among staff. It was stated up front, explained again on the check, and there was no line on the receipt to trick you into tipping more. It's one step closer to getting rid of tipping culture and just paying a fair wage to start with! read more

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Had the pleasure of dining here for a special occasion recently, and Takibi delivered one of the best dining experiences I've had since pre-Covid. In a more normal year, I think Takibi (along with Toki and Oma's Hideaway) would be in the conversation on many national Best New/Best Of lists. My wife and I tried most of the current menu (10/21). In any other restaurant, I'm always excited if there turns out to be one crave-worthy dish that just makes me want to return to get again and again. Takibi delivered 3 - the Chicken Karaage, Grilled Black Cod, and Hojicha Panna Cotta. While the Karaage was definitely on the saltier side, it still achieved that perfect balance of dry (not oily) and crispy outside, while juicy and tender inside. I was surprised it wasn't served with a sauce, but to be honest they didn't need it (bonus that it's also GF). The Cod is just next level goodness, delivered with a piece of burning wood that makes you feel like it's straight off the campfire. I could have eaten pounds of it. Lastly, the Panna Cotta was fairly simple but wildly complex at the same time. The roasted bitterness of the green tea syrup turned into a very slight sweetness with the cream in every bite that was just unexplainably good. We also enjoyed the Fall Salad, the Miso Caeser Salad, and the Shiraae. All included super fresh vegetables, though the Fall Salad, with it's white sesame vinaigrette, was our favorite. The Caeser needed more tang (or garlic, I know, not a very traditional Japanese ingredient) in the dressing. The Shiraae was interesting, especially with the softly-sweet, tiny figs, but almost laughable in how small the portion was. Lastly, we tried the Sashimi and Grilled Fall Vegetables. The Sashimi was top-notch high quality fish. The only one I didn't care for was the Saba, otherwise they were all so tasty that I had a hard time choosing my favorite. The Fall Vegetables come with this Miso Dengaku sauce that tasted like the pure definition of umami. Unfortunately the vegetables themselves were just grilled dry, and tasted more like a propane flame than a good wood smoke. Also the portion for just plain vegetable was embarrassingly small. But man, that sauce. Service was top notch. Our server had spot-on recommendations, and never let us want for anything, even a single water glass refill. I had no problem with the 20% auto-gratuity. The inside is cozy and fit well with Snow Peak brand aesthetic, while the outside patio looked fun and campy as well. We tried a few of the sakes and drinks, which all paired well with our food. I have to mention one semi-frustrating part, which is that some of the dishes came served with 3 pieces. Most dining groups are 2 or 4 people. The Black Cod, and all of the sashimi fish included 3, which forced us to split or decide who got the extra piece. It seemed like for the prices those dishes should have had 4 pieces, and a couple other dishes I mentioned prior (the Shiraae and Fall Vegetables) should have been larger. Otherwise, for a higher end restaurant in NW Portland, I felt the prices and portions were fair. I would have liked to have seen one or two more larger, protein focused dishes on the menu. But I can't recommend this place highly enough for a nice dinner experience, and I can't wait to go back. read more

Beautiful restaurant! Food was delicious! My cocktail was gorgeous and tasty. Fun place to people watch. Service was a bit off-putting as we felt ignored upon walking in. Also, they add 20% but don't tell you that till the end of the meal... Would love to come back when their outdoor spaces are open. read more

Went there for the first time. We were very pleased with the food, service and ambiance. Drinks were nice and refreshing. We had sushi, chu toro, madai, hotate, hamachi. All fresh and very good. BBQ eel was well prepared and tasty. Sautéed mushrooms and black cod were outstanding. We also had wood fire cooked edamame that was different but good. Overall, our experience here was excellent. Will definitely come back and try other dishes on the menu. read more

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We waited a month to try this place out and it was 100% worth the wait. They take walk ins but only at the bar and a few table tops. Its very modern with visibility to the kitchen(you can sit at the bar to watch the action). I wish we could have ordered everything on the menu but that would have been overkill. Some highlights, the sashimi platter was so fresh! The Uni wasn't fishy and just melted in my mouth. The fried oysters were perfectly fried. We got the cod as well, that is a MUST! The sauce to the squid salad and dressing to the summer was out of this world! Desserts were also perfect. Not too sweet! Honestly there wasn't anything I could complain about this place. Everything was perfectly cooked with care. Would recommend this place over and over again. I can't wait to go back! read more

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Takibi recently reopened after a renovation and is beautiful space to enjoy different shared plates. Most of the food was excellent - the salad exceptionally fresh, the kabocha squash flavorful, and the pork belly tender. The Tonkatsu was a miss - was unfortunately tough and well below what I'd expect at a restaurant of this caliber. Service was off - they don't course dishes out and instead just dumped everything in quick succession making it hard to keep the food warm. They were not even trying to pace - so maybe it is better to order as you go. They have potential so I hope to return to try some of my favorites once they have a bit more time to ramp in. read more

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I've got a few bones to pick about this restaurant, and I'm not just talking about the ones I found in my small singular slice of black cod. First of all, I have been wanting to check this place out since it opened. The gorgeous minimalistic aesthetic and mouth-watering images on the website caught my attention. Food: The portions are abysmal for the price point. I don't mind paying for quality, but the only food item worth paying for on my $19 Teishoku set was the black cod. It was deliciously crisped with a caramelized glaze and moist inner flesh. The little dollop of radish was an interesting mouthfeel but did not add a cohesive flavor to the dish. I felt nauseated at the taste and smell of the over-concentrated miso soup, so much so that I couldn't finish it. The pickled radish and carrot were okay. I would pass on the beans. Don't waste your time on the curry here, you can get the same experience at home from a pack of Golden Curry. Ambiance: We arrived on the later end of lunchtime. There were two other groups there at all times, but overall the space felt empty. I do appreciate the aesthetic, the lighting, and comfy booths. Service: the 20% gratuity was not discussed with us until we received the cheque. Normally that would not be much of an issue, but it explains why our server all but ignored us for the last 20 minutes after our meal, despite myself attempting to wave our server down several times. At one point, I waved to our server and made eye contact with them, and they simply walked away. At another point, all of the staff just disappeared. What a strange experience. Overall, I feel disappointed with my visit. I had high hopes, and perhaps after a revision of menu and staff behavior, this establishment could do better. read more

Takibi - Teishoku set with black cod - Ramen Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Hmmm...this is a tough review to write. We ended up at Takibi as it was a request from our daughter living in PDX as a last night dinner before we headed back to the East Coast. My husband and I were both game and were struck by the beautiful and restful interior and layout of the space. We were all seated in a super comfortable corner table/booth and our servers were friendly and willing to give detailed responses to our questions (we asked a lot!). We fully understood that the menu is small plate and that there was a general recommendation to order 9 or so plates for three people, which we did. Overall, the dishes ran from tasty to delicious. Being from the other Portland, I am well used to small plate high price restaurants. I knew what we were getting into and was prepared for the possibility of seeking additional food after settling up. What I was not prepared for was just HOW small the plates were. Some barely provided three bites to share. Ultimately, the final bill, with the 9 plates and one drink ordered among us (and tip) hovered close to $250 and I did not leave feeling like that dollar amount matched the overall experience. read more

Takibi in Japanese means bonfire and true to its name the menu centered around local ingredients cooked on a wood-burning hearth and a smoky flavor in most items .The cuisine is an amalgamation of PNW bounty cooked in a Japanese-inspired cuisine. This had been long on our list even before they opened owing to a conversation with the very popular mixologist of PDT in NYC talking about opening of this place even before covid. We were super excited when they opened on the street across from us , however it took us a while to actually come visit. The vibe is intimate and cozy and they have a cute outdoor patio with a fire pit as well. We were seated immediately owing to the fact that it was middle of the week. Our server was sweet and friendly and made sure to answer all our beverage and food questions. We had Black Cod - Highly recommended this. I have never had a better smoked fish that was so fresh. Kamo Nanban Soba Albacore Warayaki Chicken Karaage Tofu Donuts - Very light and fluffy which I was not expecting specially with Tofu . The food was good but the portion sizes are small and pricey but I feel the quality justifies the price for a few things but not all . For drinks we had - Patio Season, Fir Coat, we will , will Roku and since my hubby can never have enough of smokey drinks the bartender whipped up a great Penicillin for him that he loved. They add an automatic gratuity to every bill but they also tell upfront. I am not a fan of the system but when you ensure such a good service and experience, I am anyways paying this much tip if not more . Overall I think it's a solid choice if you are looking for a Japanese inspired cuisine that's not limited to ramen or sushi . read more

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Simply outstanding food and impeccable service. Depending on what you order, taste will range from phenomenal to "this is supposed to taste like this". First class drink selection (we ordered an assortment of drinks, which ranged from "I love this" to "this is interesting ". I like that they eliminated optional tipping and simply include a flat 20% (there is even no option provided on the bill for an additional tip). Strongly recommend. read more

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Took my boyfriend here to celebrate his birthday. Got to say perfect date vibes in this restaurant. This restaurant served Japanese's small plates all which were delicious. The sushi was fresh and the meat dishes were cooked to perfection. I really enjoyed the lamb chop. The service was great. Our waitress was really patient with us and gave really good recommendations. Would come here again for another birthday for sure read more

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Dropped by Takibi on a weekend night and was so happy that we had reservations woohoo! Being a leaf eater, I told my friend to go ahead and order all the meat/seafood of her dreams -- i.e. lets not share because I don't want to deprive you of the goods. I grabbed the shishito chanterelles, the falafel, and the soba because how could you not! The chanterelles were delicious though I have to admit that I was expecting more a of a pepper presence just diced small wisps of them. The falafel was the hidden star here because I truly was not expecting them to be so delicious -- particularly at a izakaya type place. The shining star at the end was the soba: simple, clean, light and delicious. Now the shining shining star here were the tofu donuts that we both got as dessert --- SO yummy, warm, melting in your mouth. Would 100% order again. Food was great, but I truly agree with other reviews that state that the price/quality/portions are not commensurate with each other. Other than that, good time overall! This place does have parking; blessed. Service was friendly though a bit overbearing at times. read more

This place serves up small plates of grilled cuisine and it is plated with camping utensils that can be found at the Snow Peak store in the same building. We ordered several dishes from each menu section: green beans with tofu dressing, kanpachi crudo, panko fried oysters, tai shashimi (sea bream), kakuni (pork belly and egg), chicken karage, washugyu coulotte (wagyu beef), and finished the evening with tofu mochi donuts and toasted straw ice cream. Really fancy and beautifully presented food. read more

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My wife and I went to Portland to have dinner here on the first day. The atmosphere inside was so pretty with the feeling of a modern and luxurious Japanese restaurant And there are various foods, so I could try various foods and the foods are also delicious. However, what was a little disappointing was the amount of food, the amount of food was so small that we had to keep ordering food. I think it would be better if the food was served in 5~7 courses for about $120~150 per person because the food here was delicious. To give you a tip, the amount of food is small, so you have to order at least 4~5 dishes per person. the food is generally delicious! read more

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BF is a huge fan of Snow Peak and was excited to see they have a store in Orgeon, so of course he also made a reservation for us to have dinner here as well. The store is connected to the restaurant so we were able to browse upstairs and downstairs just before our dinner. I love that they incorporate a lot of their dining ware at their restaurant, it definitely made me more inclined to want to buy a few sets for when we go camping this summer. We definitely splurged here and ordered a whole bunch of food from all of the sashimi to the A4 wagyu, lamb, and much more. The portions are definitely more like an izakaya - smaller and meant to be shared while enjoying a few drinks. The sashimi was all fresh and delicious, the karaage was crispy and light - not too oily, but the A4 wagyu did not impress me. It was very salty for a dish that stood on its own, and the size was not what I expected for almost $65. I've definitely paid less for a larger size of A5, but all in all the A4 was not as fatty and more enjoyable than an A5. All in all I had a great evening here, and I would be curious to come back again since they change their menu often. Also, be sure to double check your bill - our server accidentally gave us another table's bill with much less items compared to what we ordered, but we informed them and got it corrected immediately as I could see the other table that received our bill was not happy to see the total. Thank you for an enjoyable evening, Takibi! read more

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Nice service and atmosphere but the food was not impressive in the slightest. We went for lunch and they were only serving ramen. The noodles were still in the shape of the square packaging (e.g., top ramen) after being cooked. The broth was bland. The pork belly consisted of one thin slice like deli meat. We won't bother going back. We can make much better ramen at home. read more

Wow. I've been wanting to try this place out and while in Portland, I was able to snag a last minute dining reservation. Earlier in the day I was shopping at snow peak and kept eyeing the dining area and I was super excited I was able to snag a reservation to dine! Customer service here is amazing and the foood, omg the food. It is amazing! It appears so simple but the flavors are so intricate. Seriously a flavor explosion in the mouth. Now the downside, don't expect huge portions. It is minimal portions so if you are starving, you'll need several orders of dishes. I feel the price is reasonable for the quality of the food. So no complaints there. Definitely worth a try! read more

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Hey update your hours web says open sign on door says closed for renovation. Drove 30 minutes to find that out. read more

Nice decor! Connected to "snow peaks " store, so you can buy some glamping equipment or wardrobe before or after eating. Food is very Japanese. read more

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Loved this place! I have been eyeing it since they first started their instagram and were in the process of building the inside. The restaurant itself has a great spacious and relaxed ambiance. Service was friendly and very informative when we had any questions regarding food or drinks. Since we are not from Portland and would only be visiting for so long... we actually visited Takibi twice on our trip. Both times the food was excellent. I especially liked the Duck Soba, any of the fresh sashimi we tried, the tofu donuts, hambagu, and shaved onion salad. I'd say the only thing that was lacking was the Mitzumame... extremely subtle to no flavor at all and mochi was a hard texture, disappointing because it's such a beautiful looking dessert. Overall though I am looking forward to visiting again next year in the fall. read more

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Loved its happy hour menu and its value. Ambience was cozy and calm which my husband and I were looking for.

Had a very horrible experience with customer service today. Came in with my family around 2pm and there was already a large crowd gathered at the front door waiting to put their names down on the waitlist. Everyone waited there for a while but none of the staff came up to help or address anyone. It was only until a man in front of us went up to ask a staff member on the floor when we found out they closed the waitlist. The waitstaff literally walked by and looked at all of us waiting at the front so many times but no one bothered to tell us they weren't taking any more people. What a waste of everyone's time. Very bad hospitality. The different groups we were waiting with were all very upset. God knows how long the people in the very front of us were waiting there. read more

Nice, clean ambience with interesting/extensive list of Japanese inspired cocktails and attentive service. Definitely more of a tapas style share plate restaurant so don't expect huge portions. However, everything we had was delicious. Would recommend the karaage, grilled saba/mackerel and pork kakuni. 20% gratuity is included in the bill which seems to be the trend for a lot of Portland restaurants. read more

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Never thought I'd be dining at a Japanese REI but there we were enjoying a solid Japanese meal outside of a Japanese based sporting/outdoor goods store. Extremely knowledgeable and friendly waitstaff, a diverse cocktail list and a menu that has a bit of everything for everyone. They don't try to do too much and seem to lean on solid execution and fresh ingredients which is fine by me. read more

Drinks: - Had the Bow & Arrow Sauvignon Blanc it was a 2018 vintage. I don't think it's made anymore (at least it doesn't seem so according to their website). It's good, but 4 years in the bottle for a Sauvignon Blanc tasted a little past due. Typically you should crack it open within 2 years Food: - The Tofu Donuts are awesome, though they're deep fried they're not heavy and the blackberry with kuromitsu syrup was great. Normally I don't like the fruit w/ syrup combination but this place does it well - The Miso Black Cod is going to be a very solid pick, don't be intimidated by the char on the fish, it's flakey and delicious - The Masu Yuan Yaki trout dish was also very good, you can tell the fish quality here is premium - Anything mackerel here is good, normally I wouldn't recommend this to people since I feel most people don't like the fishiness of mackerel but they do it right here. If you're feeling adventurous, please give it a try Ambience: - I was seated inside, the wood/bamboo finish is stunning - You can tell they keep this place clean - The furniture is unique and aesthetically pleasing - I'm a big fan of the warm lighting and open kitchen concept - Even the utensils are cool, fun fact: the chopsticks are collapsible Overall: Very happy with my visit to Takibi, will be going there again. I wished the wine list was a little more robust and not serving bottles that taste past due. The dishes are small so if you want to actually feel full you may want to get 2-4 dishes per person depending on how much you can eat read more

Came in last week for dinner and after some difficulty finding the entrance (located connected to snow peak but have to walk around to parking lot behind snow peak) We were instructed that all plates were small and shareable and we ordered about 5 between the two of us which was actually enough. The clams, and albacore tuna were amazing The dinner highlight was their white miso black cod (would order 2 next time) Service was attentive and fast read more

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It goes without saying that this restaurant is trendy simply due to its location, 23rd street has been known for being a food destination for many years now and Takibi does not disappoint. Great service and a fun fresh menu is served up in an open kitchen atmosphere providing an entertaining service for the eye as well as the pallet. The excellent staff is very attentive and willing to answer any questions that you may have. Be sure to try one of the many signature cocktails from the bar. read more

Takibi - Happy Hour Cucumber salad and Karaage appetizer - Ramen Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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We had a wonderful time here at Takibi. We tried six dishes, and each was tasty and unique. Every bite was delightful. Our picks for best were the kakuni pork belly, which was incredibly buttery, and the gomae salad, which gave a nice break from the fattier bites. The Yuzu Shandy and the hot sake we ordered were a nice complement to our meal. The service was great. We were celebrating a birthday, and they gave us a free dessert. The ambiance was very pleasant and relaxing. read more

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Just take my money already!! I stumbled upon a blurb somewhere about this place and made a mental note about it. Since we were celebrating a few accomplishments, I decided to make resos for a Saturday night and let me say, the restaurant was poppin'. I wanted to surprise my bf and just told him it was a Japanese restaurant and I wanted to come see the whole esthetics because the pictures I saw were gorgeous. It did not disappoint. Ambience and customer service were top notch. They were very attentive, professional and down to earth. Simple, clean and modern. Our waitress informed us it's small plates and she recommends 3-4 plates per person so this is what we got: shiraae: seasonal greens, turnup and figs with a creamy white tofu dressing 5/5 SO GOOD! sashimi moriawase: 5 different fish - 3 pieces each beautifully presented on greens and bed of ice 5/5 chicken karaage: little pieces of fried chicken perfectly seasoned 5/5 white miso black cod: 3 pieces of grilled black cod 4/5 kakuni: braised pork belly with 1/2 boiled egg in a thick and rich sauce --- *MUST DO: order a side of rice to catch all the drippings! 5/5 grilled vegetables: shrooms, turnup, leeks and squash 5/5 Sohomare "Kimoto" Tuxedo sake 14oz: recommended by waitress, it was smooth and not too robust in flavor 5/5 20% gratuity was included. Our bill was $225 for the night. read more

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On vibes alone, a top tier choice for Portland. Tucked inside and attached to one of the coolest stores (*Snow Peak) you just get the sense that the style and quality from that store is supremely represented in the restaurant. The feel is clean, open, modern yet intimate. Service was friendly professional and knowledgeable. Ordered (not all pictured) : sashimi, cod, steak, oysters, roasted veggies, and the few cocktails .. the yuzu shandy was awesome, and with a Hibiki selection was great. Food was great, nothing disappointed, and the tofu donuts were similar to galib jamuns (soft crisp and syrupy goodness). While a bit leaning towards the pricier side and maybe not an everyday eat for everyone, it's not at all too pretentious for only special occasions. It's the perfect gem to show off to a guest or anyone visiting Portland. read more

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We went Friday nite and ordered 7 different menus including wagyu beef. That beef was overly fatty and incredibly small, not like marble steak you would expect to pay $65.00. You can see fatty from the photo if you enlarge. So disappointed,,, been there done that. There is always a reason if place is not crowded. read more

Takibi - Fatty wagyu beef - Ramen Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Good place for tasty Japanese small plates. Come with a group that likes to share. Cocktails are fab. Gets busy, so make a reservation and be prepared to take your time and have a relaxing evening. read more

Takibi - Fab cocktails, well balanced - Ramen Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This restaurant is connected to Snow Peak store, and the menu changes seasonally. We went this past weekend and LOVED everything we tried! Portions are small tapas style, but between the two of us, 6 items left us verrry full. The Brussels sprouts salad and Shirae were light, yummy, and filled with seasonal fruits/veggies. The beef/pork katsu was light, crunchy, and contained a squash inside (I think) which was a really interesting choice that worked so well. The cod was light and had subtle flavors, while the steak (with accompanying grilled oyster mushrooms) were rich and juicy. We finished with the pork belly. By this time we were pretty full, but it was the star of the show, with the pork belly easily pulling apart and the egg going great with rice and meat. We each ordered a cocktail, but honestly that was the least memorable part because we were so focused on the food. We'll definitely try to come back for another special occasion :) read more

Takibi - Was so focused on food, I only remembered to take 1 pic: cod - Ramen Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Wow! This place is amazing. The flavors, textures, and everything you get compliment each other so well! My wife and I went because we were visiting in portland and thinking why not try it out? She's always wanted to try and so we went over to give it a try. We were not disappointed! Just as a disclaimer this is not a place where you should expect to get full. Think of it as more of a tasting menu. My wife and I got a few different things and enjoyed all of them and all of them were so amazing and I definitely want to go back! read more

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Takibi may be trailblazing a glamping dining movement, but the staff may make others blaze right on by. I came here the week of the opening as a walk up and was able to snag a table on the patio on what was actually a fine, summer Portland day. The staff seemed a bit bother or put off by my sudden appearance, not knowing that I had followed the restaurant prior to it's opening and was quite hyped up for the dinner. Once I was seated on the patio, outfitted in Snow Peak gear, I was able to browse the menu. I was still unable to get service for a while and ended up asking a host some questions because a server never arrived. I was finally able to order a forest inspired cocktail that drank dry and earthy and was a fine compliment to the meal and eventually got my food order in as well. Mind you, there were only 2 other tables at this point as 1 party had just left. Dining alone, it can be difficult to create a progressive menu, but I tried my hardest. I started with a unique Japanese salad called shiraae full of al dente veggies and green strawberries in a tofu dressing. It was satiating yet refreshing. I was next greeted by a steaming bowl of mushroom kakiage soba. The tempura fried mushrooms were perched delicately upon the silken noodles. This really woke up my senses in the best way! Finally, the white miso black cod arrived in a fragrant cloud of the bitterness of smoke mingling with the sweetness of miso and mouth watering umami. The tender filets honestly stole the entire show and my heart. They were cooked expertly and were packing so much flavor! It was the perfect finale - no dessert needed. After the last bite I waited nearly 15 minutes for a waiter to come by, check on me, offer the check, anything. Again, not busy. I had arrived quite early in dinner service. Luckily, the weather was more pleasant than the service shown me. I definitely felt like an imposition which really clouded the dining experience. I would like to go again but am hesitant though I would hope that the hospitality has improved since then. read more

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Don't bother. We used to love this place, and living in Portland for 10 years, it was one of our regular spots. They shut down recently for some repairs, and we signed up for their newsletter to be able to visit again as soon as they reopened. The service is decidedly snobby, but it always has been. That combined with prices on the higher end and serving sizes on the lower end has just been the price of the good food. Unfortunately, the new menu doesn't hold up to scrutiny and the service has somehow gotten worse. They changed the recipe for the black cod and now it (and most other items) are things we could make similarly at home, but for 4 times the price. Even the fried chicken is seasoned differently and now comes with sauces, none of which are particularly good. I wish it was still the old Takibi, but I doubt we'll be back. read more