(503) 239-0196
1300 SE Morrison St
Portland,
OR
97214
45.5171
-122.6524
Neighborhoods: Southeast Uplift Neighborhood Program, Buckman
What People Are Saying About Zell's Cafe
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – Sunday brunch wouldn't be complete without cozy environs, a bit of a wait and tasty surprises, such as complimentary mini-scones. Add the original tile soda-fountain counter with stools, huge mirrors and detailed woodwork from the pharmacy that originally inhabited the spot, and you've got one charming breakfast spot. Omelets are fluffy and filled with ingredients such as mushrooms and Gorgonzola. Corned beef hash is rife with chunks of beef blanketed by sunny-side up eggs.
09/07/09
Became our favorite Weekend Brunch
by lvsgoodfood
I wrote a review in 2006 after moving to Portland from Los Angeles. (under lvsgdfood) I did bring my husband to my newly found treasure. Zell's became our favorite Sunday Brunch place. Don loved the corned beef hash. Being a native New Yorker, he felt it was the best he ever had. We never had a bad experience there. Don even knew one of the waiters from his commute on Alaska between Portland and LA. We always brought our friends visiting from LA there. Even the food critic we brought was impressed.
My last meal there was bittersweet. I came to say goodbye to our favorite resturant in Portland. After losing Don to cancer, I knew it just wouldn't be the same for me. The staff was very kind, even though they did not know why I wouldn't take off my sunglasses, and the tears, though quiet, did come. The food was perfect, the atmosphere charming, and the staff respectful. I will miss you, Zell's. Thank you for all of the wonderfull memories. I will and do cherish them.
- Pros: Wonferful food & atmosphere
08/24/09
Good Food & Very Friendly Service
by EastCounty503
In addition to their full selection breakfast/lunch menu, the chalkboard specials are great. The scones, eggs, potatoes, and coffee were all fantastic. This place really knows how to give you a wide variety of options for a great breakfast experience.
- Pros: Very attentive service and quality food
- Cons: Small size
01/01/09
Delicious Breakfast, Great Service
by LoveYourLife
Zell's is our first and favorite choice for breakfast. The menu has so many wonderful descriptions it is difficult to choose which to try next. Each dish we've ordered was delicious, perfectly seasoned, hot and bountiful (to-go boxes are a must)! The friendly staff delivers prompt service. Our coffee cups are never empty and they offer to-go cups when we leave. Fresh, hot scones are delivered "before" you order with fragrant jams already on the table. Our children's favorite. There may be a wait, but coffee service is provided on a help yourself basis and we consider it a very good sign that people are willing to wait for this excellent neighborly restaurant.
- Pros: Great food and service in wonderful location.
- Cons: Street parking.
The Details on Zell's Cafe
The Extras:
No draining tea bags in dinky teacups here. Tea is served in a large French press that allows loose leaves to steep in plenty of water.
Know Before You Go:
Zell's serves breakfast all day.
Category:
Smoking Permitted:
No
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