Glad I went before they close on 5/10/26. I had both a nice breakfast & chat with Eugen, the one-man show. Everything tasted of a certain nostalgic, homey comfort food quality that you might get from family or friends. I had no trouble inhaling the kale scramble. I don't even like pancakes, but the baked Austrian pancake with warm plum compote utterly charmed me from the first whiff. And where else can one find house plum juice? I left satisfied and with dessert/breakfast for later. read more

The Slide Inn - zwetschgenschmarrn Austrian pancake w/ warm plum compote on the side & plum juice - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Great food and service. What a quiet gem. The sausage scramble and Austrian pancakes with plums were fantastic. We'll definitely be back.

We have walked by this place many times and it always seems empty, which is odd. A friend of mine almost had her wedding reception here but then COVID happened. We decided to give it a whirl for dinner. We arrived around 7:15 and there were only two tables dining there. After a few minutes, those both left and we were the only ones in the place. The interior is charming and kitschy. It was still daylight, but no lights were on in the place. We were by a window, but the back of the dining room was shadowy. I wanted to try one of the house specialty cocktails, so I had the Stalin's Revolt. It is basically ginger beer with lemongrass vodka and lime juice. It was very good, quite ginger-y with a bit of lemon flavor. If you are a fan of ginger, you will love this. My husband got a gin and tonic, he said it was fine but not very strong. My dinner was excellent. I had the two smoked turkey sausages with braised red cabbage and mashed potatoes. The sausages were flavorful, the mashed potatoes were creamy and lovely, and the cabbage was very tasty. Unfortunately, my husband's entree was not as successful. He had the beef roulade and said it was cold in the middle, like they had microwaved it but not gotten it warm enough. He also said the spaetzle was too chewy. I had tasted a tiny piece of the spaetzle and mine wasn't chewy, and had a great flavor, much better than spaetzle I had once in Switzerland. Our server appeared to be the owner. He was somewhat pleasant but a bit abrupt. I think this place could be a huge success, but they need more advertising and staff. The food is overall pretty good, it's worth a try. read more

My celiac husband and I just hosted our 10th anniversary party at The Slide Inn, and it was a great experience for us from start to finish. Eugene helped us create a wonderful celiac-safe dinner menu that all of our guests raved about regardless of their dietary preferences. The vibe was cozy and casual, and exactly what we were looking for. We had an amazing evening with our families and closest friends, thanks to Eugene and his wife, and we're so glad we found this hidden gem. read more

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The food is amazing. I try something different each time and always happy with my choice. Love the atmosphere too! read more

Delightful experience for brunch! Delicious French toast and I loved the hibiscus and coffee syrups. Service was great. Will come back to try dinner next. read more

The Slide Inn - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Our first and only brunch was at The Slide Inn. It's a German spot run by a husband and wife combo. They have an extensive list of dishes that can be made gluten free. We dropped in on a surprisingly slow Saturday (around 12:30pm). There was only one other table that was dining in. The inside is funky with a fireplace (right at the front), an electic range of clock decor and a plethora of Keane paintings adorning the walls. Service was excellent and friendly. The breakfast menu consists of eggs, pfannkuchen and mehr, waffles, house made smoked sausages, burgers and pastas. Dishes are $10.00 USD to $18.00 USD. - Sausage scramble-house made turkey sausage, sautéed peppers with potato rosti and toast ($14.00 USD) - opted for the pumpernickel, which was nicely toasted, yet still soft. Everything on the dish was tasty. Turkey sausage was delicious and the potato rosti silky. Eggs were nicely done and had a good amount of red peppers mixed in. - Apfelschmarrn ($14.00 USD) - Austrian pancake (cut into small pieces) oven baked with an apple cinnamon compote. Smelled like apple pie. Warm, comforting and not too sweet. Cozy, comfort food at TSI. read more

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Was worried that no one was in the restaurant when we got there. That changed very quickly with the excitement of seeing the menu! My German bloodlines were being teased after seeing the menu offerings!! The owner, chef and waiter were great! Several German dishes on the menu and had a tough time deciding, until I realized I would be back here often!! My wife loved her dinner, beef stroganoff as much as mine the rouladen! The red cabbage was good and the Hungarian sausage for appetizer was absolutely amazing! The chef/ owner makes everything in house, so impressed! I can't wait to go back. My wife and the couple we went with were all planning when we would go back! It's a must visit! read more

Eclectic spot, super quiet but most importantly the food is great. The owner is super laid back and always accommodates my wife's celiac disease. read more

Amazing experience! Eugene was so friendly and provided great service. Everything is made in house and it's amazing! We went there because my sister is a celiac. He uses separate fryers and utensils for the gf stuff and it is clearly listed what is gf and not on the menu. We went in a large group, and I tried a bite of everyone's food, it was all mouthwatering!! We are from Salem, but will definitely make a trip up to Portland just to eat here again! read more

The service, drinks and the food were amazing!! Love this local spot. Super cute for a date night and I love the comfy couches for a group setting. Come you don't be disappointed. read more

BEST sausage I've EVER had Excellent food, service, and ambiance Authentic and delicious German food read more

Gluten free mains, desserts and drinks??!! Yes, please! The owner served us and he was so kind and warm and informative. He even brought out the gluten free bread he baked himself that he uses on the schnitzel. I got the gluten free schnitzel and my friend got the regular schnitzel and we both loved them. The sauerkraut was really good. House made fermented ginger beer was delicious too! The space is large and open and welcoming and pretty too. read more

The Slide Inn - Gluten free schnitzel - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Off the beaten path, in a quiet little nook is the best breakfast location. By far the best Eggs Benedict I've ever had from any restaurant. The owner extremely sweet and chatty and takes so much pride in his art of food. read more

Had a wonderful breakfast here with my hubby this morning! You can't eat here unless you are vaxed (proof required), and I very much appreciate it. The place is small and intimate and has a lot of interesting decor. I got a veggie scramble. There were mushrooms, peppers, kale, and cauliflower in the eggs and some hashbrowns on the side. Dang, was it tasty!! My husband got some baked pancakes that had bacon in them. They brought over a tray of in-house syrups ( the caramel and the coffee flavors bring the two favorites). read more

The Slide Inn - Clocks on the wall and interesting light fixture - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

E P I C - this is a one man show and *show he does! The food served here is German comfort food at its finest. Mr. Wonderful had the Austrian pancake with plum sauce, he enjoyed it, and I enjoyed the few bites that I swiped from his plate. I had the potato pancakes which were cooked to perfection and they were served with homemade applesauce - which was a memory triggering delight! You can taste the passion in this food! The interior is eclectic and cozy. I liken it to stepping back in time for a trip from the 50s through the 70s. It's quite charming! We are planning a return trip to Sellwood based around this restaurant. I must try the dinner offerings. Danke! read more

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This restaurant blew me away! Upon arriving my family and I were a little concerned that it was closed or we had made a terrible choice for tonights dinner as it was completely empty. Once we entered we were greeted by the owner who sat us and brought water. The dining room had a very laid back feel to it with an eclectic collection of vintage clocks and chandeliers among other decor. Being the only ones in the restaurant gave us a very personal experience with the owner as he runs the whole place himself. Not only was he very quick and attentive with our meals it was also an absolute pleasure to learn about the history of his restaurant. The food was an 11/10 and I could not recommend it more. I personally had the "Grass fed burger with bacon, Swiss cheese & horseradish aioli" with a side of fries. While a burger is just a burger this one was absolutely fantastic, the flavors all wrapped together so well it felt like I took my first savory bite over and over with each bite. While the fries were somehow the best fries I have ever had by far, perfect texture, perfect seasoning, perfect everything. Next my Gf had the "Penne Carbonara" which was described as perfectly creamy and perfectly paired with bacon bits that tied the whole thing together neatly. My mom had the "Basil pesto" in a gluten free variant with Gnocchi, which was described as perfectly cooked and the flavors melting together. And lastly my dad had the "Pork Wiener Schnitzel" which was described as perfectly crispy on the outside while still juicy on the inside. Paired with mashed potatoes covered in horseradish it was the perfect blend of flavor. Lastly our drinks and desserts were top notch, my Gf and I had the Rosehip lemonade which we truthfully didn't know anything about but were pleasantly surprised with a carbonated earthy lemonade that paired very well with the food. My mother had a "Stalins Revenge" which was described as phenomenal and my father had the "Doppelbock" which had lovely citrus notes. For desserts we had apple fritters, Chocolate oatmeal cookies, and apple strudel which all could have been a reason on there own to stop by for a sweet treat as they all individually filled every dessert craving we had. read more

I really wanted to be able to give this a good rating because I'm sure the guy works really hard. I would highly recommend getting a hostess/server. The owner is solo and does everything himself. It was extremely cold inside. Supposed to be a mid-century modern feel but felt more like Goodwill items to decorate. Upon sitting the water bottle and glasses look dirty. it looked like a lip ring around it. When I wiped it to see if it was permanently there it came off so I did not want to drink it. I was going to ask for a new glass but forgot. My husband ordered coffee and when it came I said the coffee cup look dirty he said no it was probably just some of the grounds. I ordered gluten-free waffles and they were hard and dry. There was no butter served with them. I had to ask which he brought immediately. The compote was bitter and bland. My husband had the eggs benedict which were described as being fluffy. It had split and was curdled he said it had good flavor but it was very unappetizing looking to me. He said ham was completely dry. He ordered a side sausage as the owner said he made it himself. Unfortunately there wasn't enough fat in it so even though there was good flavor it was very dry. The coffee was horrible I think it came out of an instant packet. The ketchup eas definitely watered down. I'm sure that he loves what he does and I know with the cost of everything it's probably a catch 22 that he can't afford to hire anyone to help but if he could hire somebody to help then maybe he could be busier and make more money in the long run? But without somebody coming in and helping to teach him how to cook/clean/store food properly I don't see this place lasting. I am very scared about how our stomachs are going to handle the food. I did go in and read some of the negative reviews just now and saw there might have been a poor report on food handling and mold issues I'm really kind of freaked out at this point.. read more

Great food. Amazing gluten free options using a separate fryer, which isn't always easy to find. We were the only ones there, which seemed odd, but the service was fast as a result! Cute place, too! read more

EAT HERE AT YOUR OWN RISK (read the quotes from their last health report on 2/1/2024). We left because it was so disgusting. I've attached photos of the mold at the bottom of the water bottle used to serve us water in. I'm fortunate as the only one in our party to not the drink water. I first noticed what I thought was ice at the bottom and thought that was weird, then moved the bottle to realize it was white and black mold. The utensils my partner received were dirty, the cups that they served tea in were sticky and gross. There was a layer of filthy film on the salt and pepper shakers. The server was wearing the most disgustingly filthy apron (later I realized he was also operating the kitchen). It's important that food is safe to eat. So many are immunocompromised, have liver or kidney problems. People shouldn't have to gamble in having a clean environment and safe food to eat. I filed a complaint with the health department and in the process learned this restaurant just had an inspection and barely passed with a 75 (below 70 is failing) and required corrective action. Here are actual quotes from the inspection done on 2/1/2024 by Multnomah County: "The person in charge has not demonstrated knowledge of foodborne illness disease prevention" "NO RUNNING HOT WATER AT DESIGNATED HANDWASHING SINKS (TWO)." "Food is unsafe, adulterated or not honestly presented, specifically: ***MANY FOODS IN THE WALK-IN EXHIBIT MOLD GROWTH.***" "Raw or ready-to eat food is not properly protected from cross contamination, specifically: ***FREEZERS OF RAW ANIMAL PROTEINS ARE IMPROPERLY STORED.***" "Raw or ready-to eat food is not properly covered or stored, specifically: ***ALL FOODS ARE UNCOVERED IN THE WALK-IN. CONTAINERS OF FOODS/TOPPINGS IN KITCHEN PREP AREAS ARE KEPT UNCOVERED. FREEZER STORING RE-PACKAGED RAW ANIMAL PROTEINS IN UNSEALED BAGS.***" "Food-contact surfaces are not clean, specifically: ***CUTTING BOARDS, UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT HAVE BUILD UP FOODS AND DEBRIS, NOT CLEAN.***" "Ready-to-eat food is not properly date-marked, specifically: ***NO DATE MARKING PRACTICED.***" Edit to the owners response - I'm curious what kind of black and white fuzzy food you serve that would get into a bottle? It was most definitely mold and it was disgusting. This was supposed to be a birthday gathering and people in our party were not in the mood for food after consuming some of the water that was poured from that bottle. And though you posted parts of the follow up inspection report done on 2/14/2024, I should point out that our visit was on 2/25/2024, 9 days after the follow up visit by the health department. Besides that, none of the issues in the original report should have happened in the first place. That is why restaurants are regulated and anyone who handles food has to be permitted to do so. read more

The Slide Inn - Black mold at the bottom of the water bottle (about 1" glob. - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Casual dining in an eclectic dining room with an amazing authentic Bavarian menu. We went for my birthday dinner (I am gluten free and he's not) and it was like a food hug. After high school I worked at a Bavarian restaurant owned by a family from Munich, and Eugene's food was a taste of the past. The beef roulade was fork tender and full of flavor and my husband wanted to lick his stroganoff plate clean. We followed it with salted caramel pannacotta and gluten free apple fritter. All I can say is I am in a partial food coma writing this on my way home. But be patient because it is a one man band for the front and back of the house, but 10000% worth the wait. read more

The Slide Inn - Beef roulade - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Love how unique this place is! There are so many gluten, vegan and dairy free options. Owner was able to accommodate my need for dairy free for the Austrian pancake. We shared eggs/bacon/potato--the potato/hash brown was so good. We thin shared the Austrian pancake with warm apple compote on top. Very different and yummy! Multiple different syrups: lavender, hibiscus, coffee and salted caramel. The salted caramel went great with the apples. Highly recommend! read more

The Slide Inn - Apfelschmarm-Austrian pancake with apple compote. Gluten free and dairy free - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I want to start by saying how amazingly personable the owner is and how delightful he made our meal. I also want to express my gratitude for the Covid-19 precautions. Lastly I want to eat here every day for the rest of my life! Everything is made in house and fantastically delicious. I was very indecisive and wanted the nut free house made pesto and spätzle so I was thrilled when he combined the two into one amazing dish for me. My very picky 8-year-old won't eat fries so he made sure she had a plate full of carrot sticks and even fried a few for her (and her stuffed bunny) which were a hit! Her burger was huge and the bun was delicious! I would take a dozen to go if I could. (Should have asked about the possibility of doing so.) My husband enjoyed the sausage and cabbage and house made mustard along with the house made ginger ale. This spot is absolutely worth the stop. read more

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Ate here with my partner while visiting Portland. Took forever to get drinks. We were never offered refills. My entree came out 20 minutes before my partner's. I finished before he even got his. The dishes our food was served on had a black film all over them. My partner's entree was burned. He barely ate any of it. When we were presented with the check and he asked how everything was, we said not great and he just shrugged. Nearly $100 for a really horrible meal. I get that this is a one person operation. Maybe you need to admit the fact that the restaurant business isn't for you. read more

It's wonderful that The Slide Inn is still open, a small privately owned restaurant that made it through the Covid storm. Friendly, homey atmosphere. Attentive service. Really enjoyed the pork schnitzel with red cabbage, and horseradish mashed potatoes. read more

One of the best meals you never knew about! Just went with a group for a birthday dinner and it was amazing. It was as if we had gone over to a real home cooked meal. The food was amazing, every bite and ever dish. This is a new favorite. read more

Such a hidden gem! In town for one night visiting friends, went here for breakfast. Lots of gluten free options, hearty meat scrambles and delicious homemade breads and sausages. The place is quiet, great decor and friendly owner! Whether you want sweet or savory, you'll have lots to pick from! read more

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What a cute, welcoming gem this place is! The owners were both extremely kind and personable not to mention extremely hard workers! I came here for their Mother's Day breakfast which was served as a buffet style. They had so many wonderful vegan options to choose from. My favorites had to be both the apple fritter and the potato latkes. I will definitely be returning for a wonderful breakfast out. read more

At first glance, the restaurant may appear closed, but ring the doorbell outside and a friendly face will come to greet you. The worker was a jack of all trades, waiting and bussing tables as well as cooking the food in the kitchen. They were attentive, considerate, and checked in often to see how we were enjoying our food. The restaurant has unique decorations with a fireplace right at the front. My sister and I ordered the House Cured & Smoked Salmon Hash, Speckpfannkuchen (Austrian pancake with bacon and parsley), and the Hungarian House Made Smoked Sausage. The potatoes in the hash had a lovely char, but I felt the tomatoes made the dish carry a bit too much liquid. The Austrian pancake came with a variety of syrups (lavender, hibiscus, salted caramel). My favorite was the lavender! The tasty Hungarian sausage paired well with the house made mustard and sauerkraut. Overall our experience was great and we loved the service that was provided. It felt like we were eating at a friend's house with lots of care poured into the food being served. read more

The food of my people! Genetically anyway. I grew up eating like this and I rarely find a good restaurant that can supply me with dishes which remind me of my favorite time in Oma's house. Don't be afraid to ring the bell, the owner was lovely and it is a welcoming space with fun and beautiful decor in a wonderful building. The dinner menu is extensive, gluten free options abound readily labeled, vegan options are also throughout, and the quality of the food is top notch. Serious love put into it. The drink selection is perfect for all palates, the dessert menu is well rounded without overwhelming, it's an ideal selection of food. Their fermented-in-house ginger beer has zang, the homemade mustard is good enough to eat with a spoon, if it's made there, it's going to be amazing. I perused the breakfast menu, also lots of choices and well rounded for any taste range, I will be back with enthusiasm. There's a joy for food emanating from the place. We dealt with the husband of the husband and wife team who run this place seemingly on their own, and he was a machine. Prompt and accommodating, great fun attitude and skilled at apparently all things that make food happen. On a cold night I was warm by the window at the farthest point from the heater, so that was pleasant. It's an ideal space for a large group or an intimate setting. Parking, prices and portions are pretty Portland-esque, but for around 100 dollars we were over full and happy to have splurged with some extras that aren't necessary to enjoy yourself. The high quality is more than worth it. I am adding this to my 'spots I recommend the shi* out of' list. Use the bigger bathroom unless you are a very small human, I couldn't help but laugh. read more

I have been reminiscing a lot lately about my trip to Europe last winter, specifically thinking about the first bite I took of the first pork schnitzel I ever had -- it was at a restaurant in Vienna called Glacis Beisl and it was absolute perfection. So, here I am in Portland needing to feel what I felt and I stumbled upon The Slide Inn. I had been eyeing this place since I've driven/walked by at least 100 times and finally looked them up on Yelp to find they serve exactly what I've been itching for! Got the following delivered: Pork Schnitzel Hungarian Sausage Sautéed Spätzle Pork Schnitzel - Yum! The pork thinness was perfection and the flavor was spot on! The fat lemon wedge I doused it in was all it needed. The crispiness of when it arrives at a table when dining in would have been amazing, but this type of dish can't hold that crisp when delivered. I didn't mind though because it tasted so good! Braised Red Cabbage - Exactly what you want when you order this side! Horseradish Mashed Potatoes - Delicious! Full of flavor and not overpowered by the horsey at all. Hungarian Sausage - My partner ordered this and was very happy with it! Sautéed Spätzle - Talk about bold flavors! Typically whenever I've had spätzle it's been pretty delicate and simple, but this dish was packed with great flavors and the sautee made parts of the cheese and spätzle crispy, which was fun to eat. Excited to order this again for sure. Pro Tip: You can text in your order and the owner will make it happen fast for ya! read more

I am sooooo happy we found this place! We're in town for a wedding, and some of our other friends like to go to Gustavo's for German food when they're in town. Gustav's didn't have room for our group, so a local recommended the Slide Inn. I love German food and so does my boyfriend, but I am gluten-free and he's pescatarian, so it's sometimes hard to find German food we can both eat. I got so excited when I looked at the menu and saw how many things could be made vegan, vegetarian, or GF. Had the hardest time deciding what to get. Everything looked amazing. Fortunately we were a large group, so we all got to taste several Duffey things. I got the beef stroganoff. I was hoping there was GF spaetzle, but it was served on GF gnocchi, which was delicious. The latkes were excellent as were the GF herbed crepes, they have great vegan and regular sausages, and everything is made in-house by Eugene, who is a one-man show. He is the only one there, and makes it all happen. For a big group, it took little longer for the food to come out because of that. Not excessively long, but just know this isn't fast food., like GF tempura and a hummus/baba ganoush. They had GF Apple fritters y'all!! And other GF desserts. Great wine, beer and cocktail menu. Eugene came out and chatted with us. Super nice guy. I'm just hoping we can get back there for the breakfast. The menu is amazing, and considering how delicious everything was for dinner, I'm sure the breakfast would be great. So happy the other place couldn't take us! There are other non-German items on the menu read more

Had breakfast with my kids here today and it was awesome. I had the Salmon Hash and it was delicious and full of flavor. I don't normally like eating tomatoes but something the cook did to the tomatoes here... I ate my entire plate. Kids had the banana bread French toast and loved it. read more

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The chef is fantastic Trained in Europe Authentic real food! This place has a great location And delicious unique cocktail menu Try it on a date nite or Sunday brunch ! read more

I'm another fan! This place is so special. Everything about it is so personalized and wonderful. I am a gluten free vegetarian and seldom do I get to enjoy such delicacies as homemade gluten free gnocchi, crepes, pastas, vegan sausage, apple fritters...just everything was so divine. The owner takes so much care with each meal and it's like visiting someone's European home. We sat outside and it was a really lovely experience. read more

What a great find today! A little context- this is actually my first time dining at any restaurant since March. I was just walking in the area when I saw it's well spaced outdoor seating, menu's posted behind the glass at each table, a text-to-order and contactless venmo payment method. It was everything I had hoped for and then I noticed it was a German cafe, it was a quick must-try! So what did I try, you ask? To drink: a Stiegel Goldbräu, a classic and yummy German beer, one of many on their draft list. And a Lavender Collins, with lavender infused vodka, just YUM. I will struggle to try the rest because I loved this drink so much, totally up my ally. To eat: Chocolate cinnamon French toast, not as sweet as expected- in a good way! They also had four unique syrups to chose from, salted caramel was what we tried, subtle and delicious. My only note on this would be I'd prefer no plastic if possible, for the syrup cup. And I had the Apfelschmirrn Pfannkuchen, a german/austrian style pancake with cooked cinnamon apples, loved it! Very filling and sweet! They also had a lot of vegan options and I look forward to coming back to try more of their menu items, I'll also keep an eye on their website, I heard they have some rotating specials! read more

The Slide Inn - Chocolate Cinnamon French Toast, Apple Pfannkuchen (pancake) - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

The food and drinks were delicious! The decor was so kitschy and so cute! I love the Sputnik lights and starburst clocks

This place is incredible! Don't wait for an hour at the other place down the street, come in here and enjoy one of the best breakfasts you'll ever have. Literally everything is home made, even the sausage. It's cozy and cute, and the menu is perfection. I had the Austrian pancake with plums and a side of sausage, and it was the perfect way to start 2022! The owner is kind, he's working alone today. This is definitely the kind of business that you want to support! read more

The Slide Inn - Austrian pancake with plum - New American Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Such a good find + great vegan options. Owner so kind! We got the latkes and the tofu sausage plate with red cabbage anddd sauerkraut because we wanted both. Will be back! read more

Amazing German food. Just like Oma used to make. Leisurely dining, great for date night or gathering of friends. Owner was our chef and waiter for the evening. Lovely man. read more