Industrial Cafe and Saloon
Portland, OR 97210
Phone: (503) 227-7002
- Price:
- $
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri 11am-9pm, Sat 8am-9pm, Sun 8am-2pm
Editorial Review for Industrial Cafe and Saloon – by Annamaria Pardini
In Short
An ode to the Industrial Age, the café's interior features locally made tables fashioned out of welded I-beams inlaid with wood. Concrete walls are decorated with gears and a picture of an eagle in flight, sculpted from a saw. NW locals ranging from families to couples on dates gather for giant burgers, biscuit-topped chicken potpie and rib-eye steaks smothered in mushrooms and onions. Standout desserts include grilled pineapple upside-down cake and chocolate-infused bread pudding.
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Insider Tips
What to DrinkThe wine list includes Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and sparkling wine for $21 per bottle; reduced price well drinks and tap beer are available during happy hour, 4pm-6pm, Mon-Fri.
The ExtrasOn Saturday nights during NW crab season, check out the Claws of Industry crab feed, with oyster shooters, salad, slaw, tomato soup, garlic bread and all-you-can eat hot and cold fresh crab.
Where to SitTurn your meal into a picnic at one of the outdoor metal-topped picnic tables.
User Reviews for Industrial Cafe and Saloon
07/26/2008 Posted by MelodyPDX
I live off Raleigh, so I normally walk there with a neighbor or friends. I tell everyone about this place, and advise them to order the muffaletta sandwich, but have not written a review yet.....was telling my friend in Oklahoma about it this morning, and he suggested a review...so here I am. Its the least I can do for such a friendly staff. I am a muffaletta addiction specialist. My name is Melody. The bread is phenom, the tapenade necessary, the variety of meats on the sandwich enviable to all in the sandwich industry. I'm just guessing. I'm not a potato fan, and don't care for fries, but always order with the sandwich, as they are the absolute best. I always take a friend, as there is way too much food for one person, and we split the muffaletta, some fries, and a beer may or may not be involved. If it is, it is served in a glass colder and frostier than my heart, with the precision of a good saloon, it hits the spot, and I can continue for another week. Until the next time, muffaletta! Until the next time. Melody
Pros: Chicken wings smoked, beer is super cold, happy hour is fun
Cons: None. This place is stellar. Parking? ya shoulda walked anyway
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
06/23/2008 Posted by commeca
We've been regulars at the Industrial for well over three years, since they opened. For us it's like a refuge for homecooking on the nights and weekend mornings when we just can't, for what ever reason, bring ourselves to cook. Among the things we love- the grass-grazed beef (ribeye, burger, take your pick), the chicken potpie, the mac & cheese.. almost anything that comes off the BBQ grill they periodically wheel out onto the walk. The portions are always generous and the prices, especially for the quality of the food, are quite reasonable. As far as the staff is concerned, we are huge fans... they can be casual but there's no way any of them would ever be brusque, much less rude, without considerable provocation. We have two very large and, to us, very lovable that we always bring with us when weather permits. They know the place and love the waiters (and the beef) as much as we do. Finally, I can't imagine anybody being oblivious enough to think this is a place for kids - the design is industrial: hard surfaces, sharp corners, tables obviously designed for adults. If Serena's husband needs a place for kids with a happy hour (?????) I suggest he try any of the McCormick & Schmick's establishments. If you're looking for a genuinely Portland place with wonderful food, an affordable/drinkable wine list, good brews, and decent cost... the Industrial should be at the top of your list.
Pros: Imaginative home cooking, friendly service, thoughtful & affordable wine & brews
Cons: Parking, parking, parking
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