JORY Restaurant at The Allison Inn & Spa

Review summary

1. D

   Debi

   Portland

   5 reviews

   3.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   The service was a little bit slow. For a place that nice there should’ve been a steak, a chicken and a seafood option which there was the salmon, but we think the menu is too small and we didn’t want to do the course meals because that would be too much food. Cauliflower soup with excellent but the service was very slow.
   

   Is this helpful?

2. S

   Steven

   Unspecified

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great brunch dining experience with great service. Beautiful setting and views. Food and drinks were all very good. One of the dishes was slightly delayed coming out so they provided pastry on the house to hold me over for the short time the food wasn't there.
   

   Is this helpful?

3. M

   Megan

   Seattle

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fantastic experience all around. Would return!!!!!
   

   Is this helpful?

4. V

   Victoria

   VIP

   Portland

   23 reviews

   5.0

   23 reviews

   Dined on February 23, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   If you’re a foodie, Jory is an experience you won’t want to miss. Every detail is thoughtfully curated, down to the silverware, which is matched to the temperature of each dish. I especially appreciated the wine sommelier’s approach—informative without being overly formal. We chose the five-course meal with wine pairings, and the food truly stole the show. Each dish was beautifully plated, like a work of art. That said, if you're a picky eater or have the palate of a toddler, this might not be the place for you!
   

   Is this helpful?

5. L

   Lisa

   VIP

   Caribbean

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on February 22, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Service impeccable and remodel is lovely. Needed to have fire place on thou.
   

   Is this helpful?

6. J

   James

   Portland

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 22, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   outstanding wait-staff and the wagyu steak & egg-- Benedict also
   

   Is this helpful?

7. S

   Shannon

   Portland

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 22, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Um, I lived for over 25 years in Newberg, saw The Allison/Jory built, and have enjoyed their restaurant over the years by ordering from the entree menu. They have changed their game. Apparently, the chef got a brand new kitchen in January 2025 and their tasting menu is Pacific Northwest-themed. My wife and I enjoyed our own selections from each of four courses so we could try most of everything. My wife is a total foodie. To put it shortly, the tastes were exquisite and presentations were works of art. Out of the menu selections, we liked best: Ocean Experience, Black Cod, and Venison Loin. They were able to work with our gluten free, dairy free, and non-alcoholic preferences. Even though we didn't select the more expensive menu options, the waiter still treated us like valued guests. (To be fair, this is still an expensive restaurant which would beyond the reach of many people, but the value of the experience makes it worth what you spend, if you can swing it.) Because of the world we live in, it is important to mention that we are a lesbian couple and no service staff batted an eye at that. Queer safe venue. Overall, I was positively stunned by the elevation of the Jory experience and would love to visit again for really special occasions. We agreed that Michelin should be on their doorstep as soon as they can. Well done!
   

   Is this helpful?

8. C

   Connor

   Portland

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 21, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   The experience was unlike anything I’ve had with dining before. Definitely the fanciest place I’ve been to and they hold themselves and their workers to a high standard. The food however was just ok. Looked fancy but the taste wasn’t worth the price at the end. Black cod I ate was over salted and then my Wagyu steak tasted exactly like a jimmy dean breakfast sausage. The servers were amazing and explained every dish and were overall very pleasant. The cocktails and wine we got were really good too. The food just dragged it down and it seemed the image of the food mattered more than the taste which was sad to see. Overall not a bad experience, just wish the food was better.
   

   Is this helpful?

9. d

   deneen

   VIP

   Portland

   6 reviews

   4.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on February 16, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   Food is always consistent and wonderful! Best brunch ever. Unfortunately, we always have to wait for our table despite reservations and service continues to be slow. The restaurant interior could use an update... fresh upholstery for the banquets would make a big difference.
   

   Is this helpful?

10. B

    Beth

    Richmond

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    The new tasting menu at the Jory is awesome. Each course was incredibly thoughtful and well executed. Go for the wine pairings - they are a fun mix of local and international wines, with some fun pairings in there you wouldn't expect. Service was friendly and attentive. The Black Cod and Pork Tasting dishes were our favorites. Add the Jory to your list for your next special occasion meal.
    

    JORY Restaurant at The Allison Inn & SpaResponded on February 20, 2025

    Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your experience with our new tasting menu at JORY! Our team takes great pride in curating a thoughtful journey through flavors, and it means so much to know that this resonated with you. We can't wait to share your compliments with our team and look forward to welcoming you back soon!
    

    Is this helpful?