Cafe Du Berry Reviews

The building and ambiance is charming and homey for sure. Serving staff were busy, but friendly. We went there for brunch upon a foodie friend's recommendation, and were glad that we went. The food was outstanding for what we tried. When we came in, we could smell the freshly made pastries, and we shared a Almond pastry and it was French and it was well done. We had the french toast with the soft custard filling in the middle - delicious. The most enjoyable dish was definitely the scallop omelet - it was cooked perfect with very fresh ingredients and the egg was cooked right - not overcooked like in most places. Happy. Okay, the portion is small, so if you are a big eater, order a pastry or something on the side. Presentation is also not fancy - like a home cooked meal. I have to say that the hashbrown is not to my liking and the coffee is so-so for picky coffee drinkers. Prices are also not cheap. However, if you are a foodie and just want to taste some good french toast, pastry and omelet, I don't think you will be disappointed.

This is a homey, welcoming restaurant in SW Portland which has been around for decades, and they know how to make you feel at home. It's informal, the but chef (at breakfast) knows his way around a stove. We had fluffy, perfectly cooked omelets, mine with an outstanding scallop/cream sauce studded with herbs and served with perfect pan fried potatoes; my companion had the crab omelet. It was filling without being excessive; the service was great, and the coffee was excellent.

So I really wanted to write a great review on this restaurant as we had recd a rec from our hotel and everyone there loved this place. I just don't see it. The place itself is charming in an old fashion way. The building is very old and creaky, especially upstairs. The waitstaff was kind. But the food not so much. My sweetie ordered two eggs over easy and extra crispy hash browns. The eggs were cooked exactly how he wanted them but was only served one piece of toast and the "hash browns" were just mashed potatoes that had been grilled on a flat top. We did like that the breakfast came with some grapes and bananas. We ordered a side of the "homemade sausage" and were so disapointed. It tasted like a bad meatloaf. I ordered the french toast and it was ok....sadly we will not be back on our next visit.

The food was good, service was good as well. Loved the Kobos coffee. We felt that the prices were a bit high for breakfast, not having any alcohol. We may go again. Enjoyed the patio seating on a beautiful day

Surprisingly good restaurant for breakfast! French press coffee and all of our meals were amazing! Pepper steak, crab omelette, Eggs Benedict and French Toast.

Hard to find because its a house on a busy street. There is only street parking. But, the tiny dining room downstairs is surrounded by murals and other interesting decor. We ordered 3 dishes and shared them. Even though we were there for lunch, we ordered french toast. OMG was it wonderful. It was like there was custard filling. The scallop omelet was perfect. and the pasta was good too.

The office took me to lunch for my birthday and I ordered the pepper steak with white wine and creme sauce, scrambled cheese eggs, hash browns and grain buttered toast and it was heaven on a plate. Yumm Yumm and more Yumm. And for dessert we had the chocolate mousse and it was delicious. If you haven't been yet you need to treat yourself and go.

I decided NOT to spend money here after trying to ask questions of the 1 person at entry and she was not interested in answering. There were 6 tables outside with customers and no one had any food. There was 1 cook. From what I saw the restaurant wasn't clean.

I read multiple reviews not knowing what to expect, and was pleasantly surprised, since it seems like there have been many bad experiences. I ordered the French toast and it was custardy, and melted in your mouth. The hashbrowns accompanying the meal, was made with real potatoes and was more mushy vs. crisp. The fruit consisted of a half banana and a few grapes and a slice of apple. Not gourmet but not horrible. My guest had the eggs Benedict with dun genesis crab and finished everything. It was above par. Pros: good food, reasonable prices for the area, (a surprise if you googled them, all items start around $10), good service, I was greeted immediately when I entered the restaurant. They checked in in me several times, and seemed genuinely happy to see me. Cons: because of the size, the stairs to the upstairs was narrow, and the restaurant was very warm and humid. You also have to rely on street parking that is limited to an hour, an issue if you are there on a busy day. You can tell this building and facility was older, and could probably use so,e renovating. I was pleased with my experience and would recommend this place and visit again. I prefer to visit and spend my dollars at local restaurants for breakfast than chains.

We were recommended "Cafe Du Berry" from our hotel closely. It was well worth the drive for breakfast. The omelets were fantastic and the pancakes too! They have fresh squeezed Orange Juice that is so delicious you want more than once glass, We sat outside with the kids and they were so accommodating for all of us. Our server was very patient with us as it took awhile for everyone to decide what we all wanted. We will be back on our next visit to Portland. The quality of their food and presentation can not be duplicated... delicious!

This tiny cafe is located in the trendy John's Landing area of SW Portland on the way to/ from Lake Oswego. Featuring sumptuous French cuisine, every dish is a delight! The crab omelet was a dramatic surprise with huge chunks of Dungeness crab leg pieces in a well seasoned sauce. Traditional Benedict is scrumptious! Excellent service, too. Very special place.

Over the past 5 years I have eaten here about 10 times and every time the food is consistently amazing! But the restaurant itself is tired and run down. The French Toast - hands down one of the most amazing things - and I like savory food over sweet any day - but we always order a side of French Toast to share! I asked for vegetarian eggs benedict and the chef was super accommodating and used squash, wild mushrooms, shallots and tomatoes! So good - and definitely homemade hollandaise sauce. Service is not formal but adequate. A little slow on filling waters but prompt with the tickets. Food takes a little long - esp when busy - but well worth the wait!

We came here for a late breakfast with my daughter and granddaughter. We almost left before getting our food because they took so long -- at least 45 minutes. I'm guessing they only had one cook and one server. The food was fabulous but the service just wasn't good,

While staying at the Avalon Hotel, I walked south down the jogging path along the Willamette River about a mile to Cafe Du Berry for breakfast. The cafe is located at the corner of Nebraska and Macadam in southwest Portland. Although I could have been seated outside for breakfast, the street traffic made it a little noisy. This restaurant is very small on the inside, with five or six tables covered in colorful fabrics. The breakfast menu is fairly impressive, from specialty omelets to French toast to eggs benedict and more. I ordered delicious apple raspberry juice, green tea and eggs benedict. The waitress was very pleasant and my meal was served in a timely fashion. The eggs benedict had a lovely light lemony sauce and the eggs were cooked perfectly. I had some nice sweet strawberries on the side. I heard other customers rave about the raspberry muffins the restaurant offered. It's kind of a funky old place, but the food is memorable and not overpriced. Restrooms are upstairs where there is a larger dining area, perhaps for special events. I highly recommend Cafe Du Berry and look forward to returning!

For 20+ years we have been coming here- the food is always wonderful and fresh. Most people come here for brunch, but we love the dinners. the salmon and pepper steak are amazing :) Service can sometimes be slow because everything is made to order so it it fresh and well seasoned, much like a cafe in Europe. Highly recommend!!!

If you're in the neighborhood, go here for breakfast. Cute, little family (?)-run restaurant. Breakfast menu is out-of-the-ordinary and very good. Prices are reasonable.

Probably the best omelet I have had in years! Prices very reasonable, service very nice. We ate outsIde and were very comfortable. Appears weekends are very busy, do prepare to wait. During the week it is easy to go right in.

Simply Amazing! Sat outside on patio and ate a perfect breakfast. Salmon eggs Benedict and Mushroom Scallop Omelet were both wonderful!

Was treated to dinner here by family. The food and service were fantastic. It lacks the chic ambience of more notable 3rd restaurants but the food is 5 ☆☆☆☆☆. Almost hate to review the place because it'll be harder to get a table. Mike, the owner and chef is approachable and wants to please all his guests.

We tried breakfast here at this small neighborhood “restaurant”. I feel bad to be so negative but there is absolutely no reason to eat here. It was expensive. The service was bad. The kitchen was incredibly slow – this wasn’t intricate cooking it was just basic botched breakfast fare. The food was tasteless – and that is giving it more credit than it deserves. Our son had French toast which amazingly managed to be burnt on the outside and really soggy on the inside – and no amount of powdered sugar could cover up this mess. I had the “spinach” omelette, which was bland (think: boil in a bag bad) creamed spinach poured over scrambled eggs – it had the consistency of wallpaper paste. My wife had scrambled eggs (basically the spinach omelette minus the green wallpaper paste). All of these were served with cold toast (and that the was the best tasting item we had – too bad it was so cold) and hash browns that were burnt on the outside and mushy/doughy on the inside – with enough salt they almost tasted edible. However, we all felt a little sick to our stomachs about an hour or two after eating. Humorously, we asked the server if the OJ was freshly squeezed here. His response was “yes” and then I saw him pour the juice out of a one-gallon plastic container that was obviously freshly squeezed in a far-away factory a week or two ago. This is the worst breakfast experience we have ever had. The only redeeming value is that writing this review is very cathartic and I feel the negativity is cleansing. I don’t like to write negative reviews but this place deserves it. Don’t eat here! It is truly terrible.

Got sick after eating the French Toast, didn't eat nasty hashbrowns. Previous visit had crab omelette and half the crab was inedible it was so tough and chewy. Prior to these last two visits the food had been great.

What I can say about this place is the quality of the food is beyond excellent! I definitely would like to see them compete in the Portland Iron Chef. I'm thinking they will blow the doors off that competition. I'm definitely nominating them for ZAGAT. You owe it to yourself to stop in. You will not be disappointed. Authentic French atmosphere exudes from every corner. Some people who are not familiar with real french cafe's in France would not understand this place. If you want to go to France for an hour or so, come here!

Dinner at the Cafe is like a delicious meal with your favorite family members. The salmon and the scallops were excellent! Perfect for a hot night in Portland. The wine selection was perfect and the service was the best!

This used to be our favorite restaurant in Portland. Then about twelve years ago they hired a waiter that embarrassed us every time, incessantly and inappropriately teasing women and girls in a most unappealing immature manner. After embarrassing family and friends, we unfortunately couldn't go back. We tried again recently, and this waiter is still there, or is back, and is now embarrassing a new generation of girls. Still some of the best food in Portland however.

Cozy little place. Everything made to order. French toast is wonderful and french onion soup is great. A nice neighborhood cafe.

We came here with friends before a play in Lake Oswego, and the timing was perfect for an early dinner in time to get to the performance hall on time! All of the food we enjoyed was nicely prepared and tasted quite good. The menu seems to change often, so what we had may not again be on the menu for awhile, but the preparation for everything was great!

Bring a newspaper to read because it takes 45 minutes to make, but they serve up the best french toast you'll ever have.

Cafe Du Berry French toast is their house speciality and it will not disappoint your taste buds. Bon appetite! The atmosphere is that of an old house. But, weather permitting, do sit outside. The garden setting gives it a peaceful ambience. Be aware that MacAdam is a major street -- with very noisy traffic. Upon finishing your meal -- take a walk along the waterfront at Willamette Park. (Parking is not free so leave your car in the neighborhood as you stroll along the walkway).

Fabulous French restaurant with a comfortable atmosphere. This is the best place in Portland for breakfast or brunch. The chef makes the best French toast I've ever eaten.

This place is French-Vietnamese influenced. 8 of us came for Sunday brunch. Seated at 10:30 am. Passing the open kitchen on the way up to our seats I could tell the staff was in the weeds (kitchen lingo for being behind, slammed, etc.) So, I didn't have high expectations for speedy service or quality of food. We got coffee pretty quick and the order was taken. Nice limited menu and the 3 specials all sounded heavenly and unique. I almost got the sea scallop and morel omelette but went with the ham & cheese omelette. Others got the French Toast(what they're known for) steak and eggs, side bacon, waffles, etc. Mostly safe choices for this group. One person was interested in the shirred eggs, which are eggs lightly cooked in a ramekin then drizzled with a little cream and some delicate herbs, but that was a little too fancified for this group. It took about 20-25 minutes for the food to come and I knew that it would be long but on a Sunday brunch you've really got to get people fed asap so the service rating in this area suffers a bit. They staff was very attentive on the coffee refilling however. When the food came it was very hot. That's a plus considering the wait. And the taste, overall, was pretty darn good. My omelette was chock full of delicately sliced ham and had a nice big mound of melted cheese on top. Was it gruyere, swiss? Whatever it was it was tasty. I only wished there was some nice French jam to have gone with the toast. Unfortunately, the downside here were the hash browns. I'm used to thinly sliced potatoes being tossed on a flat top, lightly browned and seasoned, maybe even some crunchy bits here and there. Their version, from what I saw in the kitchen, appears to be more of a galette or casserole style that gets cut out in a square. It's browned on top/bottom but really is more of a formed patty. I got to try the French Toast and this was the house specialty for good reason. Whatever they do to this tried and true staple of brunch is nothing short of AMAZING. It doesn't even taste like bread. The best way to describe it is if you like creme brulee or tres leche cake or bavarian custard then you will LOVE this! It's so perfect, in fact, that it doesn't even come with syrup! That's because it has just the right amount of melt in your mouth, creamy sweetness, that it would be a sin to put syrup or butter or adulterate in any way. The bacon was extra thick and cooked to perfection. The waffle was light and airy. And everyone ate everything. Happy tummies all around...

We ate at the Cafe Du Berry one morning because it was within walking distance of the River's Edge Hotel. The place is not much to look at. There was no sign visible out front the day we visited, but an "open" sign was in the window. The decor is rather run-down and the small number of table on the first floor were all empty when we entered -- but some regulars arrived while we were there. But what Cafe Du Berry lacks in looks, it makes up for in food. My wife had the special omelet with morel mushrooms. It came with scallops but she asked for sausage instead of the scallops. They were more than happy to please and the result was wonderful. The creamy morel and sausage combination along with the fluffy eggs made for one of the best omelets we've ever had. The accompanying hash browns were crisp on the outside and tender inside. I ordered the French waffle which was light, not too sweet and delicious. A side of house-made pork sausage was coarsely-ground with a garlicky tang and seared just right. Service was efficient and friendly. Cafw Du Berry may not be a looker, but the food will win your heart.

Visited my brother in Portland and he said he was taking me to this little french restaurant. Ok, I thought, sounds great. But it was even better than that! Small seating inside by the kitchen, larger room upstairs, and lovely outdoor seating for when the sun comes out! Started with the endive and beet salad, of which I've had many. This was the bomb! The combination of beets, goat cheese and a fabulous dressing put it over the top! The waiter made us a special mimosa with champagne and raspberry juice - yum! Then I had the lamb with sugar snap peas and potatoes. The lamb was perfect and delicious! Tasted the scallop with fettuccine - oh my! The homemade french bread put me over the top! Then the waiter started telling us about all the pastries they make and the custard french toast for breakfast. I am a french toast fiend, so I had to come back. So glad I did. And the custard french toast is to die for, but it is very moist and not served with syrup as its sweet enough with powdered sugar encrusted on top. Served with a nice portion of hash browns which were crisp outside and soft inside. Try the sausage patty for a side, homemade with sage and spices! Family members had omelets with crab and stirred eggs which they said were fluffy and moist! the homemade cinnamon rolls were huge although I didn't have any room to try them! Too bad I live in California or this would be my go to place. If you live near by, go often!

Had lunch here with family while we were in Portland. The food was good but the service was a little slow. Lots of restaurants on this trip told us they were having trouble finding and keeping staff so that was probably the reason.

Apparently this place used to be great, certainly we ate there on a recommendation. First impressions are odd, they share a building with a garage! Inside has 2 small levels. The menu isn't "greasy spoon", they set out to be classier. The problem is they don't execute it well enough. We tried 3 dishes and a side of their specialty sausage. Nothing was worth mentioning and in fact some things - like the fruit - were poor. Add to that the slowest service in Portland - we were upstairs perhaps? - and it's easy to see why we haven't gone back; with so many other good places about.

Just finished breakfast at Cafe Du Berry. Was highly recommended by nearby hotel. VERY dissapointing. First, the prices on the online menu are about 1/2 of the real menu prices. Second, the food was not good. Bacon and cheese omellette was overcooked; the hash browns were burned on the botton and pastey in the middle. Yuck. The house specialty - French toast had the consistancy of custard. Double yuck. The mimosas were acceptable

This restaurant was within walking distance of the B&B where we were staying and came recommended by the innkeeper. The patio was full and the lower level was hot so the server recommended that we go upstairs where there was air conditioning. She said she's follow us right up. Then she promptly forgot all about us. 20 minutes later my husband went down the stairs and got her and we got menus. Then we waited, and waited. He was about to go down again when she appeared and we ordered. Then we waited and waited. 40 MORE minutes to be exact. The food finally came. The server deposited the food and disappeared down the infamous stairs. It was then I my plate had halibut instead of the salmon I had ordered. Since the server was again no where to be found, I ate it. She didn't come back to clear so we both went back downstairs to pay the bill and escape. She had written down "halibut" on the check (that's, I guess, because it sounds so much like the word "salmon") and adjusted the bill so that I only paid for what I ordered. It wasn't even particularly interesting fare. Not a good experience.

Several years ago I was introduced to this Cafe by a good friend of mines who played for the Portland Trailblazers. He told me about this restaurant and he affectionately called it DuBerrys. I had never heard of the place but I was new in town so I tried it out. I had the Pepper Steak with wine cream sauce, cheese eggs, hash browns, wheat toast and the customary berries on the side. This steak and wine cream sauce (that the chef makes with whipping cream, juice from the steak and a sherry wine sauce) was THE BEST steak I had ever tasted and maybe second only to my first (and only steak at Ruth Chris Steak house). The total meal will cost you about $20 bucks plus tip and it is well worth it. I once saw the entire starting line up (with coach) of the Detroit Pistons pull their team bus up to this place so this is the place. It has weird hours and the dish is only served in the morning and afternoons. A+. If you are visiting Portland soon, forget about Voodoo Donuts and make your way over to Cafe Du Berrys. You will not be disappointed.

I haven’t been here in years, but had a friend who had heard about this restaurant and she wanted to go. So glad, because I had forgotten how GREAT their FRENCH TOAST IS!!!!! I shared half, ( trying to cut back ) and half my frittata. They listen to how I wanted my frittata , ( one regular egg add one egg white, and no cheese) . This restaurant has been in business for quite a while and is family operated, so the food is consistent. Just a side line, don’t expect the ritz, the place could use a little updating, but that would never stop me from coming here, to eat, not in the least.

After arriving at PDX in the early morning from Tokyo this is always the first place we stop. It is not the cleanliest place and I doubt they have ever remodeled the restaurant since they opened it ages ago, but it doesn't matter. They have THE BEST french toast anywhere, hands down. It's like a combination of a custard and a bread pudding with a lemon syrup and powdered sugar on top that gets caramelized. If there are two of you, order the french toast and salmon benedict and share. Their coffee is good and rich too.

Went for brunch and everything was homemade and wonderful. Peppersteak is a must!

Far too expensive for breakfast food.

The french toast is a delight (like a custard) and is always consistently fantastic. But alas, the scallop and shitake mushroom omelette is heaven on earth, too. Only one way to solve this conflict. I go with people who love these dishes as much as I do (I'm up to seven now), and we order both dishes and split them! Your taste buds will thank you for the creamy savory mushroomy scallops and the custardy sweet-but-not-too-sweet french toast all in one meal! The staff is happy to accommodate and friendly as can be. And in summer weather, the little patio out front is precious. But in winter, eat upstairs in the toasty warm second story! A true favorite!

We enjoyed our breakfast here, it was a toss up between three stars and four but just not quite up to a four rating, even though they really make me want to because they were so sweet, it wouldn't be quite honest. We really did enjoy our food. The interior and furnishings are very dated but it's still charming and comfortable. Service was friendly and prompt. Eggs Benedict was WONDERFUL, the hollandaise is amazing and made perfectly right, few places get it this good. The hash browns were sad and mushy, almost like a mashed potato cake, not crispy, I would ask them to cook them longer next time, if there is a next time. My husband enjoyed his bacon and oatmeal, it was good. Another thing that surprised me was the menu, there aren't as many breakfast options to choose from as I'd hoped and there are no croissants, not as French as we thought. More expensive than average. I sat by the window and froze the whole time.

This little place is no longer so little. It now has a delightful patio. We went there for lunch but could not resist the breakfast menu (served all Saturday). The Shirred eggs with hash browns was very good. A colleague ordered and very much enjoyed the French Toast and another ordered a half order of the Eggs Benedict. Even a half order was generous. They also had several specials that sounded inviting - scallops and crab omelet and salmon and eggs. Since I had eaten both the past two days I passed but noticed that others had ordered and the plates were quite generous and soon become empty.

I usually only write reviews from my travels, but this is our favorite breakfast stops, although dinner is great here as well. We have been going here for years & love the family that owns & runs this cafe. The French Toast is a chunky custardy concoction served French style with powdered sugar & lemon squeezed on top. I usually cannot stray from the French Toast, but have tried the eggs Benedict with crab as well and it was also delicious. As for dinner, they have specials that are worth the trip such as main lobster with all the trimmings, including house made baguettes. The decor is old and basic, but that is all forgiven once you enjoy your meal. AND do not forget the mimosas! Highly recommend.

This is a small, family restaurant that was recommended by our hotel. Their specialty is french toast which I enjoyed. My husband had an omelet that he liked as well. The french toast takes a while so you will have a wait. It is small and there are not a lot of tables.

This is best food in Portland. Don't let appearance fool you. The Salmon was the best I have ever tasted. This restaurant is the equal of French restaurants in France. Treat yourself.

I will give them this; the food is great. However, I had to get up twice to FIND a server so we could order, and when I did she was in the back on her cell phone. It took a very long time to get our food, and then for them to bring our bill (which, again, I had to ask for). They also have no non dairy creamer of any kind so I had to skip coffee. Last time I was here, the service was also poor, but I gave them another chance; no more!

Every year I never fail to stop at this restaurant and I have been going here for 30 years now! We’ve had excellent food every single time. My favorite is their pork medallions with apples and a wonderful cream sauce that is out of this world. It is hardly on the menu but if you call ahead and ask for it they will make sure to have it for you. Their French onion soup is good too, but very hot, so be careful at first! But like I said, everything is wonderful and we never have been disappointed. Thank you again for my wonderful meal this past few days!

We often times travel to the various 'other' breakfast places in PDX (i.e. Mothers, Gravy, Tin Shed, Red Star, etc.) but we wanted to find a descent place for a great breakfast that we could walk/bike to on a moments notice - and we found it in Café du Berry. As someone said, the interior is a bit 'tired', but this is PDX and we were looking for something PDX casual. They just finished a new outdoor patio and we sat there. We got there about 9:30 am and while there were people inside, we were the only ones at that time to select outside seating, but it filled 1/2 way in 30 minutes as others walked up. Note that the service can be slow when a lot of people show up all of a sudden, so be prepared as this is not a Fast Food establishment. The waiter got us fresh coffee and our juice while we decided. We had previously had the various egg omelets and eggs benedict (including standard and the smoked salmon) as well as their scallop/shitake mushroom omelet. We decided splitting the French Toast (or should I say custard masquerading as toast) and a repeat of the scallop/shitake omelet. The French Toast was among the best we have ever had (texture of a well made custard, a touch of vanilla, dusted with powdered sugar, and a drizzle of maple syrup). The omelet was outstanding as the scallops were bountiful (3 for each of us) and the omelet texture just like you get in France. Will definitely repeat the same order next time it was that good. There is also the side of fresh fruit (blueberries, strawberries) and toast along with hash browns. As someone has noted, the hash browns are not worth putting on the plate, but with everything else, we did not need them anyway. The staff kept our coffee mugs filled with fresh hot coffee and did take a bit of time to get our check (not in a hurry as we were on our local bike ride). Our favorite South Waterfront (actually in John's Landing) place for a casual and tasty weekend brunch.

Went here several years ago; gave a 5-star review, went today and the review stands! Have had omelets in many states and in several countries and this is definitely still my favorite. Can be a wait on weekends, but if you can go during the week, the wait is short, if at all. Very, very delicious.

A decent neighborhood breakfast joint that is long in need of a little TLC. The food, especially their mysteriously delicious rendition of French custard toast, is good; but the decor and general upkeep of the establishment are really lacking. For years I would go to the cafe nearly ever week for an early morning meeting with a mentor. For years, little changed - not the coffee, food or service. Now it seems the insistence on holding firm to established practices has had a bit of backlash. As there is clearly a need for a remodel and a bit of a menu overhaul.

I live in the area but, for some reason, I've never been here for a meal, so it was with great anticipation that I finally walked in today for breakfast. The place is fairly small (with more seating on the patio in front) and, while kinda cute, I wouldn't call it "fancy" by any means... I was seated immediately and offered coffee, which being early in the morning, I accepted. The menu was pretty concise - breakfast on one side, lunch on the other - and there was a small-but-something-for-everyone selection of breakfast plates - eggs, french toast, etc.. At first, I was somewhat shocked by the prices ($12 for a spinach omelette and $3 for a cup of coffee - really?) but, as I'm a fan of spinach Florentine on eggs (a love started at Cafe Felix in downtown Orange, CA - yum!), I thought I'd give it a try. A short while later, I was presented with a small-ish plate of well-prepared eggs topped with a ladle of Florentine-style spinach and served with a side of nicely-done hash browns, one slice of multi-grain toast and some berries. I enjoyed everything, so I can't tell folks that there's anything wrong with the food, but then it hit me that I had just paid $18 (inc. tip) for this simple breakfast and I started having the same sad feeling I used to get at hotel restaurants in major cities. I mean really - $15?! I could see if the place offered a beautiful setting, but it's on a major street with no view to speak of, so that can't be the reason... So, I'm left thinking that, based on the menu I saw, I won't be returning here for breakfast as there are many other spots in PDX that I can get a meal of similar quality for 20-25% less. It is a shame and something that will leave me puzzled. In fact, if you look at this summary on the YP guide (http://cafeduberry.ypguides.net/page/nrlr/Breakfast.html) it seems that the prices were (until recently?) much more in line with what they ought to be. I'm told that the French toast there is quite good, but I'll skip it for now.

We went at 10 am with old friends who know the Portland restaurant scene very well. DO NOT EAT anything before. You are going to get a full plate of great food...and pay attention to the specials. We each had an omelette. The best was with morel mushrooms and sea scallops. They must have harvested eggs, mushrooms, and scallops just before opening. The coffee was fresh, hot, and endlessly supplied. Do you want "cream" - an entire carafe, not little plastic containers. The hash browns are better than anything in the best fire stations. Whole wheat toast comes with bowl of fresh jam. This place is small and it is run, top to bottom, by the owners. I recommend top for seating, as there is more room on the second floor. This is custom-built cuisine, one order at a time. The service is polite and friendly and one customer at a time. Go elsewhere if you have tight schedule issues.

I was here for breakfast & it was very good. The staff was very friendly, personable, and fun. The downstairs is a little small, but they have more space upstairs so don't let that deture you.

We hadn't been here for years. Since our last visit, the food has really deteriorated. Bland potatoes, watery ketchup, and 1 measly slice of supermarket quality toast made for an underwhelming breakfast experience. We won't go back.

We have been going to Cafe du Berry for almost 20 years and never, never has the food been anything less than excellent. Owners Mike and Lydia run the place with Mike in the kitchen and Lydia working the dining room with help from their son Marlon. The cuisine is French with none of the stuffiness sometimes associated with French restaurants. This is a very relaxed place. After a few visits, you will feel like family. Most people know Cafe du Berry as a breakfast place and the wait on weekends can be a bit long. The French Toast and eggs Benedict are the best in Portland. My personal favorites are the shirred eggs baked in a light tomato sauce and the vegetable fritatta which is fluffy and packed with fresh vegetables. The omlettes are the lightest I have ever eaten. The spinach omlette is particularly wonderful. If you are lucky enough to visit on day when Mike is serving anything with morel sauce, order it. As good as the breakfast is, I actually prefer the dinner menu. Wait times are short in the evenings. You rarely need a reservation. My wife's favorite dinner entrees are the Pork Normandy served with baked apple slices in a brandy sauce and the rack of lamb which really is luscious. My favorites are the New York pepper steak and the tenderloin. The meat is tender and so juicy it melts in your mouth. The sauces are heavenly. They add to rather than distract from the flavor of the meat. One thing I really like about this restaurant is that the side dishes are not afterthoughts. The roasted new potatoes are crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. The green beans and asparagus are cooked to perfection and retain that snap of freshness when you bite into them. You can tell if a chef is going through the motions by the qualify of the side dishes. Mike nails them every time. The only criticism I have, and this is a small one, is that I do not think they have painted or done much in the way of remodeling in the 20 years we have been going there. But, don't let that stop you from one of the best meals you will get in a city that knows good food.

The Best French toast ever!!! The only reason I come here! Get ala cart vs full plate to save your $3 and skip the flavorless hash browns. Very good Orange juice too.

We have eaten here for 20+ years and highly recommend this restaurant. They have many long-time customers.

A very small but Absolutely Fabulous hole in the wall restaurant that does a breakfast, lunch and dinner very well!! This is one of my (very picky) buddies favorite dinner spots! It's not glamorous, but it's all about the food anyway. You can stop at the "Fulton Cafe" for a beer afterward. Well worth your after tax dollars! Enjoy, West-Morry

If you want the best of the best from Cafe Du Berry, one only needs to slide into a table during a quiet weekday morning and order up a delicious eggs benny. The chef, and owner, Michael, makes some of the absolute best hollandaise sauce I've ever consumed. Buttery, creamy, salty, lemony egg goodness. Order your hash-browns crispy.... and opt for a french press. Sit back and take it all in. This little operation has existed probably far longer than you'd ever guess (psstttt 35 years +) and while its famous, cutting edge days are long past, it's nice to dine at a piece of old-Portland, and cherrish all that this city once was. Avoid the weekend crowds. Smile, be patient. Its a little neighborhood spot... but everything in the neighborhood has changed around this cozy little establishment. Never change Cafe Du Berry. This city loves you.

Like another review discusses, the food was good, but the service was quite bad. I had to flag down someone to take our order, had to go up and ask for more water, etc. No one stopped by to ask how our food was or if we needed anything else. Food was slow to come out, but since my friend ordered red meat, I expected that it would take a while to cook, etc. I am the chief at home on most days out of the year and my cooking is better than average, so when I go out, it's a treat! I don't want to worry about whether we've been abandoned. I work too hard at home to do that on a special venture out.

Du Berry is a Portland classic and shouldn't be missed,but go really hungry because the plates are both very well made and very large. You will not be disappointed unless you are too full when you leave!

First off, I have never written a negative review in my life so I am not someone who is unable to be pleased. We were recommended going here by our hotel concierge and it was a big mistake. The cafe was run down and as soon as we entered the restaurant it was filled with smoke. That should have given us our clue that this wasn't the "charming french cafe" we were told. But we sat down thinking to each other "maybe the food is amazing". The decorations are cheasy, the light bulbs broken, and when I lifted up my tablecloth there was dried food stuck all over it. Underneath the glass table cover- the tablecloth was stained and there was hair stuck under it. at that point we just decide to eat quick and go on with our day. My fiance orders a "french waffle", fried egg, and sausage. I order the french toast that the waiter says "is the best in the whole west". Service wasn't terrible just really slow and our waiter was usually seen hanging out reading the newspaper. Our food arrived..wow! My fiance's meal(which was about $16) consisted of one HALF of a thin crispy waffle with grapes stuck inside the waffle indention's and a scoop of mushy hash browns. He was also served one burnt fried egg(after asking for it over-easy). We reminded the waiter that he forgot to serve us the side of sausage. My "meal" was ONE slice of french toast, a couple grapes and two slices of apples. I have never been served one slice of french toast for a breakfast meal in my life. it cost $7.50 and was not even close to worth it. The bread was soggy and bland. The waiter brought the sausage and when my fiance cut it open it was still cold and raw in the middle. he took it up to the front to show them that this was unsafe to eat (he is a chef himself), the owner(?) told him the meat was pink because they use fresh meat then proceeded to open the refrigerator to show him the chunk of raw meat. we chose to pay as quickly as possible and leave. Such a disappointment.

This restaurant has the most amazing food, have been here for breakfast. lunch and dinner and have never been disappointed. Home made soups, best French toast ever, excellent coffee, delicious salads and fresh daily specials. Friendly, welcoming service and a lovely outdoor patio for summer visits. You can go for a walk afterwards in Willamette Park across the road to work off all the superb food you are going to enjoy.

The food was excellent. It took a little longer than normal to get the food but I suspect it was because they are NOT a heat and serve restaurant. I believe they make almost everything from scratch. We will be back.

lived in Portland years ago and moved away. I came back and was pleased that one of my favorite hidden gems was still here. Mike and Merlin do an amazing job for both breakfast and dinner. For breakfast any omelet is perfect- especially when salmon or crab is in season. My friends rave about the french toast as well. For dinner, we tend to split the pepper steak and the season fish Yes sometimes the service is slow because there is only one cook and preparing every dish, but it is well worth it. Wine selection is limited but good and not overpriced like other places of this quality.

We were seated promptly and served quickly as well. Food came hot and prepared as requested. Good french press coffee. Friendly staff.

Fabulous meal -- the halibut was prepared expertly. The staff did an amazing job managing a pretty full house -- we had a lovely and leisurely meal. Come to Cafe DuBerry to savor well-prepared cuisine. If you are in a rush, choose another place. They will not sacrifice quality for time. Thank you for a memorable dinner!

A little out of the way but this quaint little family restaurant is a fun atmosphere and great food. The french toast is the best anywhere I have been in my travels. The custard lemon flavor is incredible. Be sure to check it out if you live in Portland or passing through.

The menu pleases the pastry lover and the low carb eater alike! Wonderful breakfast with a french twist, friendly attentive service, great coffee and a nice selection on the menu. It's a small spot but don't be put off by the size, these guys deliver delicious, fresh, satisfying breakfast plates!

The food at this place is fantastic. People are great just an overall great experence.

We sat outside and enjoyed the nice weather and cool evening. If our friends had not brought us here we would never have guessed the quality of food and service from this nondescript place. The waiter was pleasant and engaging. The menu was a good mix of fresh items. The scallops, pepper steak, and salmon were all very good. Good food at reasonable pricing in a good location. We enjoyed the dinner and will be back.

A year ago, we traveled through France for nearly the month of May. We have not had a meal to match what we experienced in Paris and the Loire Valley until we had breakfast at Cafe Du Berry on Macadam Avenue. We had the special (morel and scallops omelets), which was extraordinary. The food was a delight, but we found the restaurant "atmosphere" a reminder of the French restaurants we most enjoyed on our vacation. And the service was very good. We are definitely going back for lunch and dinner. And perhaps another breakfast. This is a gem of a "cafe." The best we've found in the area.

Whew, another delicious brunch. My adult daughter and I went on a Sunday. Fortunately there was not a line. However, if you go here you should understand that there will probably be a longer than anticipated wait to get your food as this is not a fast food assembly line. It is definitely worth the wait. I had the crab omelette, my daughter had shirred eggs. They both came with hashbrowns, toast, fruit. Delicious. Very ample portions. There is outdoor seating and on street parking around at the restaurant.

I have been dining at Café Du Berry for over 20 years and have never been disappointed by the quality of their food, the presentation of their food nor their service. Everything is made from scratch and the food is simply delicious as is the French press coffee. Their sea scallop and mushroom omelet is to die for but this past weekend I decided to order their crab omelet and it too was delicious. Although I am not a big fan of French toast everyone universally states that their French toast is the best in the world and on the few occasions I have tried it I most agree. By far my favorite spot for brunch in the Portland area but their lunch and dinner offering are also quite tasty. Considering the quality of their food I find this to be a very reasonably priced restaurant and plan on dining there for many more years.

enjoyed a great meal here with my friends. I ordered some of the specials, a salmon omelette VERY tasty. apparently we arrived just too late to try the lobster, they ran out. this is a family run establishment proprietor is a lovely lady, her sons all Very pleasant

Although dinner is a great food experience at this family-run café, it is always a highlight of my annual trips from Illinois to enjoy the best French Toast breakfast I have ever experienced at this restaurant. The melt-in-your-mouth fresh lemon flavor of the batter infused through one slice of fresh bread is memorable. Try the apple raspberry juice or hot chocolate too! A nice, friendly family experience.