Three Doors Down Cafe
Hawthorne's darling for divine Italian-influenced dishes in a shabby-chic setting.
(503) 236-6886
1429 SE 37th Ave
(at Hawthorne Boulevard)
Portland,
OR
97214
45.5126
-122.6261
Neighborhoods: Southeast Uplift Neighborhood Program, Sunnyside
What People Are Saying About Three Doors Down Cafe
The Owner
Three Doors Down Cafe
Owner
Your neighborhood restaurant
serving new-american cuisine prepared and served carefully and lovingly since 1994.
Featuring meals prepared with local, fresh ingredients, an extensive and esoteric wine list, award winning bartenders and top-notch service.
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short
Local epicures come here for a relaxed, innovative dining experience. The cafe's quirky decor includes hung doors on the walls, stained-glass windows, soft lighting and opulent furniture. Those waiting for a table lounge in the bustling bar with a mint julep or fruity sidecar. The oft-changing menu offers seasonal specials alongside house favorites. The renowned vodka penne includes spicy Italian sausage and plum tomato cream sauce. The tender roasted chicken is served atop velvety mashed potatoes drizzled with truffle oil.
User Reviews
SergioMendez
April 13, 2009
I have just discovered Three Doors Down and I think it is a great place to eat and drink. The servers are knowledgeable and friendly, the food is generous and filling and the drinks are strong and balanced. The Plum Tomato and Vodka sauce is one of those dishes you will crave after you try it, very unique. Nice servers and bartenders. Excellent seafood, try the scallops and the steamers. New Old Fashioned, best I've had. Love it, love it, love it!!!
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phocid
March 04, 2009
I have frequented 3DD since my husband and I moved to Portland in 2003. It just keeps getting better! I'm a creature of habit, so I typically enjoy their wonderful, spicy seafood fra diavlo (outrageous portions). I recently branched out and tried the pork tenderloin and couldn't believe that I wasn't ordering that for the past five years. I am never disappointed with what I get, and it's often more food than I can ever finish. 3DD recently started hosting happy hour in the later evening (8:30), and we have been stopping by more frequently since that started. They have fantastic menu items that remind me of food back home on the East Coast. So far, I have enjoyed Kathy's beautiful Stromboli, meatballs under a thick layer of fresh motzarella, delicious fingerling potatoes, and my personal favorite, a zuppa di mussels that calls to me on the nights I don't go in. They also have a cocktail menu for happy hour that does not disappoint. There is typically a specialty cocktail each night. All of their cocktails are made with super fresh ingredients (I have often been there while the bar staff juices fruit to keep up with the evening's demand). Nothing beats fresh ingredients in a cocktail. Nothing. The pours are generous and the bar staff is hands-down Portland's finest. This restaurant is a neighborhood gem and is a class act all the way. It is our go-to restaurant to celebrate special occasions as well as the fact that, well, it's Wednesday. The atmosphere is dimly-lit, with lots of candles, quiet music, and a wait staff that truly helps you have a fantastic evening, whether you're in for a multi-course dinner or a quick bite during happy hour.
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7smokes
February 24, 2009
I have had this place in my restaurant rotation for years because it is so solid. Food, service and atmosphere are always spot on. Matt (bartender) knows a lot about scotch. It always feels like home.
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Know Before You Go:
Reservations are taken only for parties of six or more, so smaller parties can wait in the lounge with a cocktail or two.
The Extras:
The restaurant is located directly across from the Bagdad Theater and Pub. Check the show listings before you go.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Romantic Dining, Date Spot, Special Occasion Dining, Notable Wine List
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
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Message from Three Doors Down Cafe
- N.W Pacific Italian
- Award Winning Wine List
- Full Bar with Sigature Drinks
Your neighborhood restaurant
serving new-american cuisine prepared and served carefully and lovingly since 1994.
Featuring meals prepared with local, fresh ingredients, an extensive and esoteric wine list, award winning bartenders and top-notch service.
