Delta Cafe
Portland, OR 97206-6275
Phone: (503) 771-3101
- Price:
- $
- Best of Citysearch:
- Big Portions, Small Price Spot 2008
- Hours:
- Dinner: Daily 5pm-10pm, Bar: Daily 5pm-1am
Editorial Review for Delta Cafe – by Citysearch Editors
In Short
What started as a cool Reed College hangout has since been discovered by the rest of Portland. Drinks are geared toward the college crowd--40-ounce Pabst Blue Ribbons served in a bucket for two and shots of Jim Beam. Dinner entrees include tasty favorites done right, like barbecued chicken and ribs, blackened catfish, jambalaya, gumbo and fried chicken. Most items include a biscuit or cornbread and two side dishes.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasDelta has a laid-back lounge next door. Bar offerings include choice local microbrews and special concoctions, such as a margarita with cilantro-infused tequila.
Know Before You GoNon-meat eaters will say grace for the Southern Sampler, an array of side dishes served with bread and salad.
User Reviews for Delta Cafe
09/23/2008 Posted by knievil
I've been going to the delta for years now. It's quintessential Portland: a little funky, eclectic and has attitude. I had a Bloody Mary with cucumber-infused vodka (at the waiter's suggestion), meatloaf with mac-n-cheese and tater-tot casserole last time I was there and it was incredible. The Delta is three times the size it was when it first opened (but the kitchen is about the same) and the food takes a little time. My GF is vegetarian and raves about the Tofu options. This isn't Appleby's...the wait staff isn't going to bring you a side of rainbows with the Corn-Fritters (which are awesome). Our waiter was very busy, but he still had time to make a joke about the vine-ripened tater-tots being in season. I actually prefer service with personality (as long as it's not at the expense of service). It was super busy and the food took 20 minutes or so, the drinks were almost instant. Have a Mojito and don't be in a hurry. There's an Arby's up the street if you're in a rush. I always take friends from out of town here. The servers and ambiance are Portland style, the food is Southern, and the drinks are Cosmopolitan. Apparently, they are going to be serving brunch on the week-ends. If it's as good as dinner i'll be eating there more often than I should. Tip: If there is a wait list tell them you'll be at the Lutz and they'll call down there when your table is ready.
09/22/2008 Posted by sneeches
I love this place. They infuse many of their own liquors and make super tasty beverages out of them Like the Duke of Earl. It's Earl Grey infused vodka with vanilla soy milk. Totes souds weird, I know, but it's like drinking a light version of a delicious White Russian. Mmm. Refreshing. The BBQ Tofu Po' boy is also quite yummy. The sides that these folks serve with their main dishes are seriously fantastic. I mean really, tater tot casserole is nothing short of a miracle to me. The home made mac n' cheese is scrumptious, and even the okra is tasty. That's right. Good okra. The service there is consistently good. The servers are friendly, fast, and make great recommendations. The atmosphere is pretty rad and there is a weird little shrine in the back room. Go here for a tasty affordable meal, and you will not regret it.
Pros: Stupendous food for not much moolah.
Cons: Only open after 5.
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