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Salty's on the Columbia River Seafood Grill

3839 NE Marine Dr, Portland, OR | Map it  

97211 45.600581 -122.624190

(971) 244-8417 | View Website

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Perched above the Columbia River, this seafood spot offers a majestic view with its two-story decks and walls of windows.

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Price:
$$$$, $$
Cuisine:
Seafood
Categories:
Catering, Banquet Rooms, Restaurants

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Restaurant Special Features:
Bar Scene, Group Dining, Waterfront Dining, Notable Wine List, Special Occasion Dining, Private Rooms, Brunch, Buffet, Happy Hour, Romantic Dining, View Dining
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gingerr767

Member since Apr, 2012 View Profile
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Joined 1 month ago
4.0
April 14, 2012

Good food great view, good service but expensive

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inannao

Member since Feb, 2012 View Profile
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Joined 3 months ago
1.0
February 14, 2012

Overpriced and under portioned!!!

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BeckyA283

Member since Dec, 2011 View Profile
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Joined 4 months ago
5.0
December 30, 2011

Salty's is one of my favorite restaurants in all of Portland and Vancouver. The food is presented well and tastes great. Coconut prawns are wonderful! The staff are always pleasant and helpful. The atmosphere is welcoming and warm and the holiday decorations are festive and makes going to Salty's fun. I have never had a bad meal here. Thanks Salty's. You are doing great!

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lvsgoodfood

Member since Sep, 2008 View Profile
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Joined 4 years ago
5.0
December 02, 2011

Great Happy Hour & more. The food is so good, yet the service is what stands out. Everyone remembers you, and everyone pitches in to make sure you have what you need without being superficial. I often dine alone and have always been treated exceptionally well, never rushed. They do change the menu, which I do appreciate. I love trying new dishes and have never been disappointed. I've ben to the brunch, dinner, lunch and happy hour. I've enjoyed them all!

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kennylmacdonald

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5.0
May 12, 2011

Salty's might be my favorite Portland restaruant. So, I should say that I never rate or comment on anything, but I am compelled to come to Salty's aid because of some terrible and, frankly, questionable reviews that I noticed. I grew up on the Texas Gulf Coast and we had our pick of classy seafood establishments like the Pelican Club, Clary's and Shern's. Salty's could give any a run for their money.

It's not pretentious, I like the tasteful seafood house decorations (I want that sailboat model!), the waitstaff is 100% professional (you can tell they need a gastronomic C.V. to get hired) and incredibly accommodating.

Oh, and the food is terrific, too. Fresh, well prepared and worth every penny. Is it expensive? Perhaps some items are...but then you are ordering the surf and turf...which is by definition a little on the spendy side. But I don't see any cheap chain restaurants with anything close to Salty's menu perched in such a fine location.

Let me tell you about the last time I was at Salty's: I had a moment of accidental popularity when I invited a bunch of people out on my last day of my previous job. I figured a few would show up and we could cozy in at the bar, but....and this should be a testament to how good the place really is...the place was packed with regulars and other parties....and then more of my people showed up than I expected.

I saw the staff start to look worried, but then, like the consummate professionals they are, buckled down, opened up more space reserved for larger parties, and kept the drinks and oysters flowing. Every time a new guest showed up, the front desk carefully directed the person to the correct party.

So defending Salty's from some of these other attack reviews is my way of saying thanks and showing my appreciation for a job well done every time I come back.

If you want swanky digs that follow every fashion trend including ambivalent waitstaff, there are plenty of options in the Portland region. If you want a classic seafood restaurant with great service and great food...Salty's is your place.

PS I would recommend calling ahead for parties of more than a dozen!

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