Papa Haydn
Portland, OR 97210
Phone: (503) 228-7317
Fax: (503) 827-4525
- Price:
- $$$
- Cross Street:
- NW Irving Street
- Best of Citysearch:
- Dessert 2004
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 11:30am-11pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-12am, Sun 10am-10pm
Editorial Review for Papa Haydn – by Citysearch Editors
In Short
Portlanders drive across town for a slice of triple-chocolate cake or velvety banana-cream pie in this classic eatery with the recognizable striped awning. Special menu items range from ravioli with black pepper pasta to filet mignon with Italian spices to chicken breast marinated in apple brandy and mustard. The seafood, fresh pastas and grilled steaks and chops are reason enough to go, but the luscious cakes, tortes and tarts will steal any heart.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasIf the Northwest location is too high-profile for you, try the cozy and quaint Papa Haydn East, located in Sellwood.
User Reviews for Papa Haydn
07/11/2008 Posted by lemond
We always stop in the Northwest part of Portland for lunch as we head to Seattle from parts South, and we have always admired this place but were afraid to go in with our brood (two 8's and one 10). However this time we chanced it, and even though their request were almost unreasonable (all the cheese on the side, the salmon without pepper, etc) the staff was friendly and quick and brought the food and wine promptly and professionally. We went there for lunch, and would likely NOT recommend this at night with kids, but for lunch on a beautiful hot summer day in July in Portland the lunch and dessert were perfect. As opposed to a recent review the AC was nice and cool without freezing us, and the salads which we also ordered were just right. The salmon was cooked to a perfect flaky point and my son ate it so quickly we had to order more. Would definitely go back as long as the kids have not burned any bridges.
Pros: great lunch spot for people watching and enjoying dessert
Cons: slightly pricey for a quick lunch with kids
06/30/2008 Posted by aymazing
I visited Papa Haydn's westside location with 3 friends, 2 of whom were from out of town. We chose Papa Haydn as an upscale restaurant with superior desserts, and that exactly what we got. Three of us ordered Caesar salads (2 salmon, 1 chicken), and all were enjoyed. The only downside was the overcooked salmon, but the flavor was still delicious. The salads were served whole-leaf, which I don't prefer as it makes it harder to eat. The fourth friend ordered the halibut and seemed to enjoy it. 2 friends shared the dessert sampler, which came with ample portions of 5 desserts that looked perfect for 2-3 people. We also ordered a Boccone Dolce and Baked Alaska, each of which was perfect. We started with cocktails (Raspberry Lemondrops and Barbarita), and all were delicious and perfect for the sweltering evening. The service was excellent, with our server being friendly and engaging. My only complaint is the heat in the building. The outside temp during our visit was in the mid-90s, and the restaurant must have been in the 80s. Although not completely unbearable, the heat did put a damper on an otherwise excellent meal.
Pros: Great drinks, very good food, fantastic desserts, very good service
Cons: Temperature in building
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