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   Darrell

   Portland

   75 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   75 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

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

   Wife and I, our first time here, have been dining out for 40 years. We ordered two starters, one was oysters and the other was a scallop crudo. The oysters were average plus size and, well, oysters. Price seemed a bit outsized for 6 oysters ($22). The crudo was tasty, blending several ingredients to produce a piquant tangerine-like solution into which two average plus sized scallops were sliced, along with thin carrot strips. This was a well conceived and executed combination, worthy if you like the orange side of flavoring. For the $20 price, OK because of overall quality and execution. Off the intermediate plate section we ordered one Tomato Soup and one "Pate en Croute" (duck combo). In our opinion, neither were worth the price ($17 and $22 respectively). The soup came enclosed in a puff pastry in a small souffle dish. The pastry itself was tough and contained apprx 1/3 cup of soup that reminded of canned soup mixed with milk. Muted flavor, a complete fail. The "pate" arrived as a sizeable rectangular 1/2 to 3/4" thick block. We thought it lacked sufficient homogenization, resulting in a hard pate from which easily and cleanly harvesting a helping was difficult. The flavor itself was saved only by applying the accompanying mustard and red onion slices. What saved the meal was the main course. We both ordered the Chou Roti Grenobloise dish. Its appearance was unlike anything we had ever eaten in a restaurant. Half a tangy I think white cabbage beautifully baked (boiled in a sea of sweet cream butter? With perhaps vinegar?) and served atop a thin cannelini bean puree that provided balance a moderating balance to the cabbage. If ever meats are banned, let the gap be filled with dishes like this. But one must pay for quality, $36 per dish but not so grudgingly acceptable. We took a dozen small Madeleines home. Skip them. Great service. $238 w/tip. Wine and "A Melly" were OK . Overall unrealized potential. Needs some rethinking.
   

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   Cara

   Portland

   5 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

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

   Excellent food and service!! Made the birthday girl feel special. Will definitely return.
   

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   Lauren

   Portland

   7 reviews

   4.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

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

   Lovely space but felt rudely rushed to clear our table, we were literally kicked out, not very hospitable.
   

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   Kelly

   Portland

   12 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

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

   Our group of six was warmly welcomed in by the waitstaff. We ordered a lot of food and shared, which was great to try more things. Everything was made fresh and tasted wonderful. A couple had the cabbage entree, but the rest of us were more enticed by the smaller plates. The puff pastry tomato soup was lovely! The French onion Gougeres were also delicious! Make sure you set aside a little time to dine, and enjoy.
   

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   Helene

   Portland

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

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

   Eating at the Chef’s Counter was a wonderful experience. Being able to watch the team put together dishes was inspiring.
   

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   Mike

   Portland

   4 reviews

   4.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on December 7, 2024

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

   Excellent place for a birthday dinner. Good food and wine.
   

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   Jennifer

   Denver

   41 reviews

   5.0

   41 reviews

   Dined on December 7, 2024

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

   Simply outstanding meal, service, vibe - all of it. Will be back many times.
   

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   shawn

   Seattle

   6 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on December 2, 2024

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

   One of my favorite Portland restaurants. I never miss a dinner here when I visit my favorite sister city. The food and cozy atmosphere make me very happy.
   

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   Sergio

   San Francisco

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 30, 2024

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

   We came for our anniversary, and they were kind enough to offer us some sparkling white wine as a gift. We both loved the food—one of the best dinners we've had in a long time. The Steak Frites was the best I've ever had. Highly recommend.
   

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    PAUL

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2024

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

    Great food, outstanding service throughout the evening. Loved it!
    

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