10/20/09

Don't get it.

by The Lama

I had heard so much good stuff about this restaurant, and since its tucked away location, had passed it by for years. Once we finally went to check it out, we were dissappointed tremendously. My linguine tasted EXACTLY like Cambpells Chicken noodle soup. My friend swears by their desserts, but we didn't order, it was not comfortable. We felt like we were rubbung elbows with the people at the table next to us. Not my taste.

• Pros: ?
• Cons: no parking, crowded, tables lop-sided

10/16/09

THE BEST REVIEWS ARE RIGHT!

by vernonann

atmosphere, service price, quality, went last night and will return soon.

• Pros: Happy Hour all night Tue. to Thur.
• Cons: so you park down the street

09/18/09

Great for aps and drinks!

by MJ T

We love the casualness and feel comfortable just having a bunch of appetizers and some wine for dinner. They are easy going and willing to go the extra mile to please. Great date place, too!

04/13/09

Love this place

by SergioMendez

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!!!

• Pros: Plum tomatoes with vodka and cream. Stiff drinks!
• Cons: Closed Mondays

03/04/09

Fantastic Neighborhood Restaurant, Now with Happy Hour!

by phocid

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 all night Sunday and Tuesday through Thursday, 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 mare that calls to me on the nights I don't go in. The creamy mac and cheese is also phenominal. 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.

• Pros: Ambience, staff, food, yummy cocktails
• Cons: Parking (neighborhood streets are narrow, but worth fighting for a spot)

02/24/09

Solid

by 7smokes

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.

• Pros: Consistent, reasonably priced wine list

02/22/09

Go somewhere else

by likemartinis

My date and I were both disappointed with this restaurant. Everything from the service to the quality of food was average and not what we both expected given the price of the meals. I wouldn't recommend this restaurant to anyone who is looking for a good meal at a good price.

• Pros: Seated promptly
• Cons: the taste and portion of food does not warrant the high prices

01/05/09

Questionable

by kveggie

My wife and our friends went here last Saturday evening. I must agree with the other reviewers that the atmosphere was wonderful and the service was outstanding. The food was pretty good but far from the best in town. The prices and portions were not great compared to similar restaurants in town. You can definitely do better.

• Pros: great service
• Cons: High prices and small portions

12/28/08

Consistently the Best!!

by kkell

I can't imagine anyone writing a negative review about this place! IT'S AMAZING! The food is consistantly delicious, the wine menu is fabulous, and the service is great! This is the place we go when we get a babysitter for our kids. (by the way... the first time we went we had 2 of our small well-behaved kids, and they were very accomodating, although this is not a place to bring kids)

• Pros: great ambience, service, food, and wine
• Cons: parking on hawthorne

07/21/08

Best in the Hawthorne area

by Joshbignose

The food quality is outstanding - fresh, tasty, flavorful, etc. The wine list long and very interesting - several good choices at the $20-$25 a bottle level. The place is comfortable but could be a little noisy. Finally, the service is professional and friendly. Bottom line: a perfect restaurant without the fake pretension and the higher than your wallet prices. Cheers! Only drawback is their "no reservations" system, so the wait for tables could be long on the weekends.

• Pros: Quality of food, professional service, and wine selection.
• Cons: Do not accept reservations