Rimsky-Korsakoffee House
(503) 232-2640
707 SE 12th Ave
Portland,
OR
97214
45.5178
-122.6538
Neighborhoods: Southeast Uplift Neighborhood Program, Buckman
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In Short
Since 1980, the after-dinner crowd has been coming to this unassuming Victorian home for post-event socialization and live classical music. Upon entry, signs instruct patrons to take a menu and find a table, which is not always an easy prospect. Menu offerings include mocha-fudge cake, ice cream sundaes or cheesecake--all of which go well with a cup of coffee.
User Reviews
Jolioso
June 14, 2009
I didn't even get to try the desserts at this place because the service was so bad I had to leave. I came here with my family (Mom, Dad, Sister, Brother in-law) so we sat at ourselves (as instructed by the sign at the door) at the one table big enough to accommodate our group. As our server was taking our order she was informing us they were out of waffles (ok, those aren't made to order?) -fair enough we can get something else. Then another server came to our table to inform us there was more bad news...we were going to have to move to make room for a group of seven. Is that ok? No its not, because the table she tried to move us to was barely big enough for three people, let alone 5. AND it was dirty! We were also given the impression that we had no choice in the matter and HAD to move. I heard her mumbling to the group of 7 that we were not happy...no kidding! Amazing powers of perception! and yet she didn't care how we felt really and in fact seemed to expect us to leave, which we did! Im sorry we where there first and the other folks had already pushed 2 tables together and seemed to be making the best of their situation. So we left, and quite frankly I will never be back. I don't care how "quaint" and "quirky" they think they are, its no excuse to treat anyone the way we were treated.
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newyogini
February 14, 2009
We love this place. Great vibe, music, coffee and dessert. Plan to spend some time just looking around and reading some journals.
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EloiseCat
November 30, 2008
This easily one of my favorite spots in Portland. The ambiance is homey, and quirky, with great classical music on most nights-- in fact, each table is named for a renowned composer. The desserts are excellent, and not very expensive. And the servers are great, at least the ones I have encountered. They were prompt and very friendly, even when the place was swamped. Rimsky's is a quintessential Portland experience, an absolute must for visitors to town. Much preferable to all the lame coffee chains which have sprouted up all over the place.
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The Extras:
Local artists often exhibit their works on the walls of the place. Take a look around while sipping that piping hot cup of joe.
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Restaurant Special Features:
People Watching, Local Favorite, Date Spot, Live Music, Historic Setting, Hidden Find
Smoking Permitted:
No
