Best Brunch in Portland

The food is well-regarded for its outstanding flavor and quality, with standout dishes like the chicken and waffles, Honduran Baleadas, and Spanish coffee. Ingredients are noted as fresh and dishes are well-prepared.

“Chicken and waffles were amazing”

Service is frequently described as friendly, attentive, and amazing, with staff often going above and beyond to ensure a positive dining experience.

“Superstar service, attentive and kind”

The atmosphere is consistently described as casual, cute, cozy, and welcoming, making it a pleasant place for brunch.

“Casual but super cute vibe”

Portions are generally considered generous and the quality of food justifies the price, offering good value for the dining experience.

“Generous portions”

The food is well-regarded for its outstanding flavor, quality ingredients, and skillful preparation, particularly the biscuits and breakfast sandwiches.

“Absolutely delicious combination of sweet and savory!”

Service is frequently highlighted as friendly, kind, welcoming, and efficient, with staff going the extra mile for customers.

“Incredibly nice people.”

The atmosphere is generally positive, with mentions of a welcoming environment and friendly owners.

“Wonderful people.”

Prices are described as very reasonable and extremely reasonable, offering good value for the quality and portion size.

“Prices are VERY reasonable.”

The vegan breakfast fare is well-regarded for its deliciousness, with particular recognition for pancakes, French toast, and tofu scrambles.

“I tried their french toast combo and it was AMAZING.”

Service is generally described as great and outstanding, with specific staff members receiving commendations.

“Great service”

The atmosphere is described as pleasant with ample seating, though some find the shared kitchen setup confusing.

“Nice and quiet and lots of seating”

While many find the food satisfying and affordable, a few diners mention small portions for the price.

“Overpriced and too small for the pay.”

Well-regarded Scandinavian cooking with standout dishes (lost eggs, Danish pancakes, smoked steelhead hash). High-quality, fresh ingredients and thoughtful execution.

“Flavor and texture hitting your tongue all at once”

Counter-service model creates mixed experience: friendly staff when engaged, but slow ordering lines (30–45 min wait documented) and inconsistent attention. Auto-gratuity (18%) sparks frustration when service feels minimal, though owner responds professionally to concerns.

“Staff was friendly but super busy”

Cozy, Nordic-themed ambiance with outdoor patio seating. Warm lighting, wood furnishings, and thoughtful decor create inviting atmosphere. Described as "chill and comfortable" and "atmospheric," though crowded conditions diminish intimate experience.

“Warm and cozy, with warm lights”

Expensive for portion sizes: $30–60 for breakfast for two common. Auto-gratuity (18%) adds friction. Some diners find pricing unjustified ("food better be good"), while others accept premium pricing for unique cuisine and ingredient quality. Consensus: overpriced relative to casual counter-service model.

“Expensive for the amount”

The food is generally known for being delicious, creative, and made with fresh, high-quality ingredients, with many dishes receiving specific commendations. However, some diners found certain dishes bland or lacking flavor.

“The food is amazing”

Service is frequently described as friendly, welcoming, and attentive, with staff often noted for their positive attitudes and helpfulness. However, there are recurring complaints about slow service, being ignored, and occasional rudeness or incorrect orders.

“The staff was very kind”

The atmosphere is consistently described as warm, welcoming, charming, and homey, contributing to a positive dining experience.

“Calm and peaceful atmosphere”

While many find the quality justifies the price, a notable number ofdiners mention the food being overpriced for the portion size or quality received.

“Overpriced for what you get”

Oysters well-regarded as fresh and expertly shucked; Southern/Cajun dishes polarize—some diners love gumbo and fried chicken, others find them bland or overseasoned. Biscuits and bread pudding earn high marks, but cooked food quality is unreliable.

“Sometimes the food is outstanding—sometimes it's okay.”

Friendly, knowledgeable staff when attentive, but multiple reports of slow service, forgotten orders, and long waits before greeting tables. Self-seating adds to inconsistency; high celebrate when they bring their A-game.

“Waited 20min for beer and another 35 for meal.”

New Orleans/Louisiana-inspired atmosphere with live jazz and music on weekends (small cover charge appreciated). Casual, chill, self-seating bar vibe; decor described as eclectic and entertaining. Cozy but sometimes cramped. Outdoor seating available with afternoon sun exposure.

“It transports you to New Orleans as soon as you walk.”

First-rate value proposition: $18-22/dozen oysters among cheapest in Portland, $5 happy-hour beers, full menu items reasonably priced. Oyster club membership ($100/month for dozen free oysters) draws repeat visitors. Pricing is a major draw.

“$22 for a dozen oysters is unheard of!”

The food is consistently described as excellent, delicious, and amazing, with specific recognition for breakfast tacos, chilaquiles, and cafe de olla.

“AMAZING food. The whole experience was a delight.”

Service is frequently highlighted as friendly, helpful, attentive, and going above and beyond to make guests feel welcomed.

“Staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed.”

The atmosphere is well-regarded as cozy, welcoming, cute, and having a great vibe, with nice decor and patio.

“The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming”

The food is considered well-priced and reasonably priced, offering good value for the quality.

“It was reasonably priced.”

Dishes are well-regarded for being delicious, flavorful, and well-executed, with particular highlights being the ube pancakes and turon french toast.

“Perfectly executed, comforting, and full of flavor”

Service is frequently described as great, attentive, friendly, and welcoming, with staff going above and beyond.

“Staff was attentive and friendly”

The atmosphere is consistently described as cozy, classy, comfortable, relaxed, and welcoming.

“Ambiance was so classy and cozy”

While generally well-received, one diner noted that the pork belly tocino could have used more slices for the price.

“Could've used more slices for the price point”

The food is well-regarded for its authentic Southern flavors, with the fried chicken and waffles being a standout. Dishes are described as tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned, utilizing fresh ingredients.

“Best fried chicken I’ve ever had”

Service is frequently described as outstanding, friendly, attentive, and accommodating, even during busy periods. Staff are noted for their warmth and efficiency.

“Service was first-rate—friendly, attentive”

The atmosphere is consistently described as cozy, warm, inviting, and having a "southern vibe," making it a comfortable and enjoyable dining experience.

“Cozy southern vibe to it”

While some find the prices on the higher side, most diners feel the generous portions and high quality of the food justify the cost.

“Portion size justifies it”

The food is well-regarded for its authentic flavors, fresh ingredients, and well-prepared dishes, with particular highlights being the birria, breakfast burritos, and various salsas.

“The birria burrito is amazing”

Service is frequently described as friendly, quick, and efficient, contributing to a positive overall customer experience.

“Service was also A+, quick and friendly”

The atmosphere is generally positive, with friendly staff contributing to good vibes, though the outdoor, open area can be hot and lack shade.

“Good vibes”

Customers consistently find the prices to be good to outstanding, with generous portions and reasonable costs for the quality and quantity of food received.

“Good prices and good portions”