Coquine Reviews

We took our daughter here for dinner and after reading the Bon Appetite review decided we could order a whole chicken to share which we NEVER order at a nice place. It was absolutely delicious; wonderfully prepared, plump, moist, delightful. We will return to have other dishes but everything we ate including appetizers and daily pasta choice was savory, tasty, well priced and pleasing. We recently ate at another highly rated local Portland restaurant with a female chef and there was NO comparison in food or service. NONE!

We visited for dinner with another couple. The portions are smaller. However, the flavors are superb. We enjoyed all of the dishes that we ordered. Save some room for the desserts as they are excellent as well. The service was friendly and efficient. We will return.

Away from the hustle and bustle of the Portland restaurant scene (s), you can find this gem in a quiet neighborhood. Excellent Pacific Northwest fare in a charming bistro styled spot. Beautiful green salad with edible flowers and a Chardonnay vinaigrette, fabulous cod on a bed of morels. Fava beans two ways. A fantastic dessert with nasturtium ice cream and a perfect financier! Wonderful meal!

This place is excellent. Delicious food and attentive service. Make sure to save room for the cookies for dessert. They are life changing.

My husband and I loved visiting new restaurants, and this one was fantastic. We expected good things, since it's been labelled one of the best new restaurants in the US, but it exceeded even those expectations. The appetizers were great, the wine selection was great, the dinner and the dessert were local and wonderful. I definitely recommend.

One would think that a phone call from the restaurant prior to our reservation time, telling us that our reservation for 6 was delayed, because prior diners were either late or refusing to leave, portended a disaster of an evening. But I now understand the refusing to leave part of it for other diners seated prior to us. This place, that I have visited only twice, is amazing. The quality of every single dish at a recent dinner rivaled the very best in Portland and even in America. Our entire party of 6 was universally blown away, even though we were delayed by about 30 minutes in being seated at a table after our assigned hour. We had a prix fixe of several courses, including roasted pheasant, gnocchi with black trumpet mushrooms, seared foie gras, and a shrimp toast to die for. I hope that this place is always this good, and if it is, unfortunately, we will not be able to get another reservation in the future! Although the wine list is good, it is significantly weaker than the quality of the food. In fact this kitchen is so good, that the wine list should really sing...loudly, but it does not. But do not take this criticism to heart, as I am a James Beard Award nominee in wine writing, so I am far pickier than most on the topic of wine. In short, this restaurant deserves to be at the very top---top 2? top 3?--of restaurants in Portland, which is of course a most discerning of food destinations.

I live in Italy but I grew up in Vancouver, WA - right across the river - and my parents recently relocated back. Luckily for me, this means I get to visit Coquine on my annual trip back home. I have ordered off the menu as well as experienced the tasting menu, both are exceptional. The dishes are inventive but approachable and all delicious. Living in Italy, it is the one cuisine I avoid when I travel, but Coquine's incredible pasta dishes may be my only exception. The wine list is lovely but a bit on the expensive side, that said, the tasting menu is a great value so you can splurge a bit more on a bottle. And don't sleep on the Coquine cookie! (I get mine to take away so I have a little taste of Coquine the next day.) We can't wait until we can visit again!

I came to eat here after seeing that they were nominated for a James Beard award, and it was certainly worth my time. Every single dish was outstanding and the pricing was very fair. Coming from NYC, I would even say the pricing was cheap for such a nice meal. There are plenty of options for vegetarians. I would suggest trying as large of a variety of dishes as possible.

We booked an early table at Coquine during a visit to Portland for a conference. So glad we did! It's very small and you need to reserve ahead. We had the 4 course chef's choice menu. You know what you are getting - not a surprise - but the descriptions don't do justice. The flavors just POP! The Dungeness crab dish really stands out, but the pasta dish was right behind. Seemed to be some Meyer lemon involved in the wonderful taste complexity. We took public transportation and had a pretty long walk in the cold rain but through a nice neighborhood high up. Coquine is not in the downtown area. There seemed to be enough street parking, but we were early in the evening. It's right on a bus route. If you can drive it would be best IMO. The dress is pretty relaxed. It's worth the trip!

Went there recently with friends and, quite honestly, I haven't enjoyed a meal this much in a long time. We managed to snag an early reservation (5:45pm, I think) and the four of us arrived a few minutes early but were seated inside right away (they have a very nice outdoor area, too, including a "parklet" space out on the street). While they offer a tasting menu, we each opted for our own main while sharing a couple of appetizers, including fried green tomatoes and an amazing plate of pasta with saffron, sardines, fennel, nuts and chiles (yum!). My wife and I split the roasted guinea hen, which was served perfectly moist, tender and with a very tasty side dish consisting of Bulgar wheat, eggplant, cauliflower and a citrus sauce. Our friends tried the fish (cod) with pepper sauce (great) and a beef short rib plate that looked incredibly tasty even to a non-red-meat-eater! Excellent local wine list offered many fine wines by the glass - the only thing we skipped this time was the dessert course, since our friends had already invited us back to their place for coffee and sweets, but we'll definitely try their offering next time! Excellent, well-trained service, too, and the chef brought out our mains herself, so we had the opportunity to share our pleasure with her directly. You gotta go.

This is an excellent restaurant...great food, quick service...interesting menu..but prices seem a bit high, even by Portland standards. Only would go there for special occasions, not everyday meal.

This small neighborhood restaurant is going to quickly become one of the most decorated restaurants in Portland. The setting is small and quaint which perhaps is how they can control both the quality and level of service. Wife and I ate there for my birthday this past week. Food quality is some of the best you'll find in the NW for sure with innovative fresh ingredients tied to dishes you crave for more. Share the soup as the presentation is stunning and plenty for two. Dig into an entree (we shared 2 entrees, both were amazing), and the ginger bread honeycomb desert is a must order. Reasonably priced wine and top notch service. Just - wow!

On SE Belmont in Portland is an elegantly simple thoughtfully composed restaurant with breakfast focus. Limited menu with choices for omnivores and vegetarians. Staff is friendly, prompt and available. Relaxed atmosphere with low level background noise so conversation is possible. Espresso and whole leaf teas, some adult beverages. Worth the experience.

My wife and I had dinner at Coquine while visiting Portland. It felt like it was a bit out of the way, but it was a very quaint restaurant and we had a fabulous evening. My short rib was perfectly prepared and was really the star of the evening. They had a very nice wine selection as well.

Wonderful wine, food, and service. Ksandek has amazing and dun wines! Katy makes wonderful and tasty food. Pre-order your cookies to take home.

We went to see what the buzz was all about; Coquine was hyped to be some sort of revelation. Nope. Disappointing in several areas. First the good stuff: the waitstaff was very kind, friendly, and tried hard to please. The atmosphere was ok, not great, but laid back and we were relaxed immediately. Some of the food was really, really good too! Now for the not so good: first, they charge $3 for 3 tiny slices of Ken's Bakery bread. Good bread, WAY overpriced, and each time they brought more the till went ka-ching! Same for the wine; a very stingy pour at $12 plus per glass. OK in Seattle or LA, not ok in Puddletown at all. The food was good, although the portions were on the small side. In fairness, my wife loved the place. I personally would not go back until they get over themselves and the outrageous pricing model that they are currently using. Once they grow up, I may try them again...

Ok so I went with my sister a week ago on February 4th. Service was very good so I would give it a 5 but its the food where its make or break generally. So how was the food? Well we had Chicken liver mousse and the Black Futsu Squash for appetizers which I thought were just OK at best but my sister enjoyed the appetizers more than I did. For our main entrees I had the Lamb and half Organic Chicken. My sister had the black cod which I also tried. We agreed that the black cod was the best followed by the lamb followed by the chicken. Aside from shellfish like Lobster and Crab, this black cod just might have been the best Fish I've ever had so it was easily a 5. The Lamb was good but not great(probably a 4.25). The chicken was good too(about a 4). My Sister thought the Chicken would have been a 3.5(she thought Laurelhurst market did a better job with the Chicken) So overall I would say it was better than a 4 but not a 5(More closer to a 4 than a 5)

The food is excellent, near the best in Portland. And the food is the most important part of restaurant eating for us. But the wine list is terrible. How? A rip-off by design. Nearly no wines under $35. It reads as anyone's reserve wine list used to read, except you've never heard of most of the wines. Wines by the glass are similarly inflated. The world of wine is replete with wonderful bottles at retail in the $15-20 range. They pay half that and could offer their diners any number of these at a good markup. They can keep the high-priced wines also on the list, but there is no reason (from the diner's perspective) to force people up to such total bills or remove one of the pleasant aspects of restaurant dining. They should offer options. A recent look around the dining room showed only 1 or 2 parties with wine bottles in evidence. I don't wonder why. I suspect the market won't bear higher prices on the food, and the restaurant feels they can only make a reasonable profit by forcing up the wine dollars. Be forewarned: bring your own bottle and pay corkage.

I don't live in the Mt. Tabor neighborhood, but this restaurant makes me wish I did. Affordable and casual breakfast/lunch, white linen dinner...so great. Went there with my wife and a couple friends. Everybody raved about their dinner. The braised short rib I ordered was easily one of the best plates of meat I've ever ordered at a restaurant. My wife loved the tender squab, and our companions said nothing but good things about the black cod and chicken. Luckily, we saved room for dessert, because the warm chocolate brownie was to-die-for. Oh, and I can't forget the melon ice cream, which was soooo good, I couldn't stop talking about it. Maybe it was the wine. The staff was very attentive and polite, and the decor is simple and understated, and I imagine the outdoor seating is quite nice during the warmer months. But no review of Coquine is complete without mentioning The Cookie. If ever there was a more perfect cookie, I haven't found it yet. I would sell my soul for that recipe. Katy Jane and Ksandek most definitely know what they're doing with Coquine.

If you like excellent food and good service, you must visit Coquine! The restaurant is small, but comfortable. The wait staff is well-trained and knowledgeable. The wine list is excellent, though not huge. The cocktails are sublime. The food is locally-sourced and delicious with a French flair. And the prices are very reasonable. Coquine is one of my new favorite places!

Chef Katy Millard has out done herself. Love to see her success and continued attention to her food and the care she shows in her presentation. Love the fact that she moved from a pop up format to a brick and mortar. She continues to interact with her clients and often will be your server describing her food - love that! We were dining with friends and decided on the four course prix fixe that was stunning. I would highly recommend that you let the chef take you on a ride for your first visit to taste the scope of her food. Very seasonal with strong attention to combining foods that you would think would not work, but with the chef's deft touches you are swept away on her journey. The sommelier was excellent and the wine pairings were perfect. The staff are attentive and very knowledgable making your experience fluid and comfortable. This is my pick for restaurant of the year in Portland. Get your reservations early because they will be going fast. Food: 40/40 Ambience: 18/20 - work in progress Staff: 20/20 Value: 20/20- a little costly, but more than worth it Total: 98/100

If they called themelves a bakery, their homemade scones and cookies would make them one of the best bakeries in Portland. Great espresso, really wonderful breakfast and lunch fare (have not been there for dinner yet) and excellent service. The atmpshere is a 10 also...right by the entrance to a fantastic park.

We were recommended to try this place by a native of Portland. The food was exceptional. The ambiance was so so. The real turn off was the fact that they did not have any air conditioning;or at least that felt that way. Ceiling fans just don't get it when the temperature is over 90!

We had heard good things about this place and decided this is where the 4 of us would go for our traditional "let's go out someplace cool to eat" for the holidays. Friends drove up from Southern Oregon and off we went. It's small cozy neighborhood vibe was the first thing to hit you. It's small, maybe 10 tables and some counter space. Unlike other restaurants there was NO problem with noise levels. We opted for their set 7 course meal paired with exquisite wines. Hold on to your seats folks, the food is transformative! Started with pumpkin soup that was Devine~ a side of Buddha's Hand for citrus zing and walnuts. To be honest I can't remember all the courses with their infinite complexity and straight-forward delivery. Lamb sugo, pasta,salads, desserts...oh myyyy. Please go and check it out for yourself. It's not inexpensive but it's so worth it. Amazing staff, so knowledgeable 😏 The chef came at the dessert course and I think I embarrassed myself in front of her. I couldn't stop gushing!

Enjoyed the Egg sandwich and Hash dishes which were well prepared. Casual order at counter,serve your own coffee establishment.Off street parking. Appears from reviews that dinners here are outstanding and perhaps a better choice if you wish to truly enjoy the chef's creations..

Anticipated a wonderful Saturday leisurely lunch with wine - took 25 min Uber, and the lunch could have been over in 25/30 mins if we didn’t try to eat slower. Ordered the lunch for two with soup, salad, entrees & dessert. Wonderful spring pea soup, only halfway through & the two salads arrived. Then not even done and the two entrees arrived. Why rushing us - only a couple other tables & lunch service isnt over until another 45 mins + ! We tried to relax w coffee and stayed to enjoy. The Uber’s back and forth took longer than the lunch. That said- the food was very good - but don’t serve the next course before finishing the prior !!

Two dozen seat restaurant provides astonishing dishes. Porcini and potato - who knew it would be so delicious? And the shrimp and corn ravioli with tomato "water" was perfect. Black cod main was exquisite as was the lamb shank. Fourme d'ambert presentation was excellent and proper pairing for the remains of our lovely Carlton Pinot Noir. The service is warm and personable. A happy place!

I am a bit of a picky eater, plus I eat fish, but not meat - and there are many things I do not like so going out to eat somewhere without checking the menu is a risk, but I am up for it, I find something. So I start reading this menu and I see a artichoke tart with pecorino cheese on this sesame pastry - that sounded good, though I am not a big cheese fan. I started eating it and almost ended up licking the plate it was sooooo good, especially eh sesame pastry - wow. The ordered the only fish entree cod - not my fav - most restaurants don't do it well, it came with some kind of bean (again not a favourite) and with fennel which I don't like and olive, which I have never liked- you get the picture, but it was the only choice without meat so I went for it and expected to pick things out. The beans were so good - surprise - the fennel did not have that strong taste I don't like - it was wonderful and the subtle and complex mixture of flavours was pretty unbelievable. It takes a real expert to layer flavours for both a blend of taste treats and little surprise bursts of flavour - and the cod was cooked just right. The entire meal was a great taste treat - one that I didn't want to end. Great job - compliments to the chef who also came out and presented our desserts - she is a wonderful chef, GO - you will be glad you did, they do have a couple tables at 5 when they open (we got one of those) that are first come first serve - but otherwise try to make a reservation Also a nod to the excellent service, friendly, prompt, attentive, yet subtle, I haven't had service like that in forever. Lovely experience in this out of the way place - make the trip you will be glad you did.

A perfect spot for a special occasion, this east side spot offers an imaginative selection of "snacks" salads and entrees. The wine list is extensive, albeit a bit pricey. The marrying of tastes and textures is sublime from beginning to end. Embedded as it is in the serene environs of Mt. Tabor park, Coquine exudes a casual, relaxing vibe that complements the entire neighborhood dining experience. We casually mentioned the purpose of our visit (wedding anniversary) and voila!, Chef Katy embellished our dessert as pictured. Such is East Portland hospitality. Will definitely be returning to sample the breakfast and lunch offerings!

This small neighborhood treasure is an amazing place to dine. We went middle of the week for a late breakfast and were able to get in. However, on week ends and at dinner they are booked months in advance. The food is outstanding and varied with seasonal food. This is a " not to be missed" place if you visit Portland.

Chef Katy Millard has out done herself. Love to see her success and continued attention to her food and the care she shows in her presentation. Love the fact that she moved from a pop up format to a brick and mortar. She continues to interact with her clients and often will be your server describing her food - love that! We were dining with friends and decided on the four course prix fix that was stunning. I would highly recommend that you let the chef take you on a ride for your first visit to taste the scope of her food. Very seasonal with strong attention to combining foods that you would think would not work, but with the chef's deft touches you are swept away on her journey. The sommelier was excellent and the wine pairings were perfect. The staff are attentive and very knowledgable making your experience fluid and comfortable. This is my pick for restaurant of the year in Portland. Get your reservations early because they will be going fast. Food: 40/40 Ambience: 18/20 - work in progress Staff: 20/20 Value: 20/20- a little costly, but more than worth it Total: 98/100

I’ve been wanting to check out this restaurant for several months. It’s had great reviews and was even named last year’s restaurant of the year in pdx. I took my wife here for her birthday and it did not disappoint. Our entire experience lived up to the hype. The service was attentive, professional, and warm. The courses were creative, tasty, and fun. The libations were delightful and the presentation was really great. I can’t wait to go back again. Worth it.

We were tipped by some friendly locals to gave dinner here. We could not make a reservation anymore so we just went over and they had a table for us. We had the chicken and lamb which was both great. Only minor point was that the wine is pretty expensive. The staff is very nice and they have a great terrace outside!

One of the best dinners were have ever enjoyed - in any city in the world! We had the price fixed 4 coursed dinner, a bottle of excellent wine, and preordered some cookies to go. The additional amuses bouches and the "candy" desserts are wonderful.

My husband and I ate at Coquine during a recent trip to Portland. This is a little place but from the welcome when you arrive through dessert, you feel so happy to have snatched a reservation at this small jewel of a restaurant. We ordered off the regular menu and had great food and service throughout. The food is inventive but not fussy. The service is attentive but not intrusive. Everything was just right. From the looks of it, you would not expect as sophisticated food and dining experience as we had. Highly recommend!

This place has a loyal following of locals, but don't eat here if you are actually hungry for a full sized breakfast. We had a couple orders of cornmeal pancakes and they were not good $13 for 4 pancakes that looked a little bigger than silver dollars. A hint of cream on top and a few blueberries. We had to wait way too long just for a cup of coffee and they won't seat an extra person at your table if you have another friend. They were very rude about how to handle a small group of a mere 5 people. I loved how long it took for food and then left extremely hungry. Don't expect coffee refills, we are way too busy for people who we don't know as regular customers. Not fooled, this place needs to be retrained on proper customer service and better portions of food for the absurd prices. We were rushed through our meal so they could give our seats to someone else and there wasn't even a thank you. Might have been #UnconsciousBias since we were a diverse group?

We had our first delicious meal here. It won'tbe our last! This small restaurant serves exquisite food. We had the Chef Choice menu. Four courses of innovative, tasty food. The beet salad had crunchy buckwheat for an interesting texture and a sheep's milk yoghurt that married beautifully with the beets. We love halibut and have had it prepared in numerous delicios ways. This was probably the best preparation that complimented this perfectly done halibut. The morels were a perfect pairing. The pork ragu with al dente pasta was brilliant. The dessert--a tray of delicious cookies and a gellatin dessert were a perfect finish. The service was attentive and friendly. The wine list was huge and filled with interesting choices with a European emphasis. The pricing was fair for wines of this quality. We now know why it was tough to get a reservation.

Was recently in PDX on one of our many trips to the Pacific Northwest to visit family. Coquine is easily one of the best places we have been. It is a small tight menu with a four course tasting and a seven course tasting but there are enough options to satisfy any palette. The Chef's Tastings are politely no substitutions and whole table only adventures but the menu allows you close approximations if you have have anyone that isn't into the tasting menu. We had a four top and ordered/shared 12 different plates as the tasting menu was not agreeable to our entire party. There wasn't a miss on any of the 12 plates. Salads, starters, mains, dessert and drink program all played out superbly with freshness, complex layers of flavors and complimenting layers of texture. Great visually appealing food with delightful combinations of flavors. Still no A/C and that was off-putting as it was in the 90s outside but the wine, food and desserts had us forgetting about the temperatures outside and concentrating on the company inside. If you love great inventive food book Coquine without hesitation.

Stopped in for lunch because of all the accolades. Perhaps brunch and/or dinner is their strong point. Sandwiches were fine, but I wouldn't say they were amazing or mind blowing. My big complaint is that they were too skimpy. Not enough on the inside. I don't like to carbo load and to me a sandwich should have more stuffing than bread. These didn't. Pumpkin soup was tasty. The cookie was great! Came in around 1 PM on a Friday. Still crowded but not with a line out the door or anything like that. I was the only male in the place, it was full of little old ladies, my guess is that it is the favorite neighborhood haunt for all the retired women in the area. Maybe the portions sizes are designed for them? Service was fine, but it was counter service so apples & oranges to a table service establishment. Seemed a little pricey for lunch.

We enjoyed the four course Chef's Choice menu on a very rainy Halloween night, and were really impressed with each course and the accompanying wine pairings. The two amuse bouche items (thin cracker with pate and fig-fennel jam and buckwheat waffle with warm apple compote and shredded meat) were simply scrumptious. The salad course was a salad of arugula, potatoes and pine nuts-truly outstanding. Next, we had the matsutake mushroom soup with asian pear and the tiny squares of pear and deep broth really made the dish. The next course was squab, roasted to perfection and then dessert was the cheese course for my husband and the chocolate dessert with young ginger flower chantilly cream for me. Both were perfectly made and then of course, you are not quite done...you are presented with the candy tray. The cardamon marshmallow and fruit jellie finished off the evening. The service was impeccable, the wine information we received with each pairing was informative and fun. What a treasure and well worth the wait to get a reservation.

Now at or near the top of all Best lists of Portland restaurants, Coquine fully deserves the buzz and is well worth the trek to its residential Mt. Tabor neighborhood. Quiet simplicity is what it’s all about. Servers give a sincerely warm welcome and deliver informed, unrushed attention. With only ten tables on the floor and six seats at the bar, there is, nevertheless, plenty of space between diners. Most guests were PDX casual 30-something couples; the bar set seemed local, mercifully no children. The décor is smooth blond wood warmed by a quilted earth tone tapestry and cooled with a serene blue wall. A small pass through gives just a glimpse into the kitchen. If “coquine” means “mischievous” in French, the play is how fresh, comfortable and unassuming the place is given its press. We started with half a dozen beautifully shucked oysters and a demi of Gaston Chiquet champagne, which I only mention because we had not seen on other lists. We finished by splitting a perfectly half roasted chicken with a nice half bottle of Cristom Pinot Noir and came away congratulating ourselves for discovering an unknown Michelin gem; but, of course, it is known. And that popularity is not without consequence; a reservation is surprisingly hard to score. But taking a tip from their website, I called at 3:00 on a Sunday afternoon and was cheerfully promised a seat for 5:00 with a table for two that could be ours for 90 minutes. It was worth the call.

I've had dinner and lunch here, and both were great. It is readily apparent that they really care about the food - things are on the simple side, but everything is executed really well. And the quality of the produce is amazing. The service at dinner was quite possibly the best I've had in Portland in the 15 years I've lived here. Lunch is a much more laid back affair, order at the counter style, but the food is still spot on. And if you sit outside on a nice day, with the view of Mt.Tabor in the quiet little neighborhood, you feel like you are on vacation. And it's quite reasonably priced for the level of the food.

Located on a corner in the neighborhood near Mt. Tabor. Small with parking adjacent plus street parking. We were fortunate to be seated promptly during lunch time on a Friday. Staff was adequate and competent. Menu is locally-sourced and seasonal - limited menu but with good choices for everyone. Had egg sandwich and two different versions of hash - portions were adequate, well-presented, and flavorful. We did not have dessert, but the options looked delicious. Would definitely go again when in the area.

While planning our trip to Portland, Coquine kept coming up as one of the top places to eat. So we made a reservation two weeks in advance and we still had to eat at 5:45! The restaurant is small with a gorgeous patio. It was a beautiful day, so we asked if we could eat outside and got the last table out there. I've never had to Google search so many words on a menu before! Coquine uses so many unique ingredients that we were curious about all of them. Started with the sourdough frybread and the red mizuna salad. The frybread was fantastic! Perfectly crispy and we loved the fresh cheese and pesto sauce. The salad had bee pollen on it which lent a honey taste to the salad. The dressing on it was incredible and worked perfectly with the saltiness of the cheese curls on top. For dinner, I got the halibut and my boyfriend got the tagliatelle with rabbit ragu. My halibut came out kind of sad-looking. It almost looked like it was steamed on top of a mushy hominy of artichokes and snap peas. But I basically licked the bowl clean! The flavors were wonderful and the fish was cooked perfectly! My boyfriend loved his tagliatelle. I'm not a big fan of rabbit, but the noodles tasted homemade! For dessert, we got a cookie and donut holes from the candy tray (served dim sum style). The cookie is amazing! Chewy with salted caramel, walnuts and chocolate chips. We saw people taking whole bags home and we should have done the same! The donut holes were cold and dry. We loved our servers and left feeling satisfied, but not full. I would say the portions are small for the cost but we truly enjoyed ourselves!

Brunch was amazing but most of all the service was the best we’ve had during our trip so far . The brunch menu is inventive and delicious . They serve a great coffee including espresso

How can a simple brunch be so amazing? We couldn't decide, so we ordered three dishes -- and ate every morsel. One bite of potato from the hash had me swooning. The granola with berries and sheep's milk yoghurt was artfully arranged and a sheer pleasure to eat. The buckwheat pancakes with berry compote were a new experience (I've since started cooking everything with buckwheat). I can't wait to try lunch and dinner here.

I have been wooed. And wowed. Both verbs work. We went here for my birthday and an early mother's day dinner and it was an extraordinary experience. I made reservations a couple a months ago and almost canceled but am I glad I didn't! It was honestly one of my favorite dinning experiences in the last few years. We got the chef's tasting menu and it was absolutely phenomenal. I highly recommend it. There is plenty of food and the wine parings are superb. The food was fresh and inviting, beautifully presented and perfected served. They paced the dinner at a slow and gentle pace which made for the prefect way to enjoy the flavors of everything, nothing felt rushed or hurried. One of the lovely things about Coquine is the noise level was quiet and relaxing. It was a special meal for us and will be long remembered. Thank you Coquine! You are the best!

My friend wanted to try this place out while we were visiting Portland. By coincidence, it was located at the end of the street (a longish walk away admittedly). The ambience is very laid back and it did not come across as an award-winning restaurant. However, the service was impeccable even when we had accidentally booked for a different week. They slotted us in and we had the tasting menu, with paired drinks (non alcoholic in our case). Amazing flavours and textures. Small but perfectly formed dishes plus little extras that they provided unexpectedly. A definite experience.

Great neighborhood and very clean & cozy restaurant. We stopped in for lunch and found that the food was way overpriced for the portion sizes. Each of our dishes looked like an appetizer and we all left hungry. Considering that I paid $18 for a lunch dish, I thought I'd get a little side salad or something besides the tiny duck wing that arrived on a bed of rice. The first bite was delicious, but then the saltiness really set in; others who ordered pastas also complained that their were overly salted as well. We really wanted to like this place, but it just won't be worth a trip back.

We did the seven course tasting menu with wine pairings. It was easily the best overall dining experience I've had. The food was fantastic, the service was excellent, and the wine added to the overall effect of the meal. We are relative wine novices, so we appreciated the background on the wines, I know some have not. I would love to be in a position to eat there regularly. We enjoyed each of the courses, but some were incredible. Our favorites were the butternut squash soup and the lamb chop. The added "snack" of an oyster was a great start to the meal. We bought a dozen cookies to take with us and I'm seriously considering the $45 shipping to renew our supply.

We'd heard and read so much praise about Coquine that perhaps it was inevitable that our experience wouldn't quite match our expectations. The atmosphere is nice and cozy, and our service was strong and efficient. And there were some big hits with our family -- the lamb shank with cauliflower was flat-out terrific, the Tempura kale was surprisingly good, and our teenage son couldn't stop with the bread and house made butter. But other things were, well, a let down. The signature roasted chicken that my wife and son shared was just so so. It had great crispy skin, but the bird was too heavily salted for their taste. A carrot salad, a small plate, was really too small. And another small plate, five tiny shrimp ravioli served in broth, were doughy and, at fifteen bucks, just not worth it. No spoons were provided for the broth, so who knows what that was like. Anyway, we'll probably return some day to try Coquine again. But there are at least a dozen or so other Portland restaurants that we would like to experience, or experience again, before we think about coming back to Coquine.

Went here for my birthday and was not dissapointed. We ordred a la carte but tasted just about everything on the tasting menu for less money. the crab salad and carrots were excellent, the fritters just about melt in your moth, but the steal was the pasta with mild and pork sausage-words just won't to it justice. It is more expensive that most portland places, but it is worth a visit for sure. It can take a while to get a reservation though....

After asking our bartender from the night before “where would you go ...” he didn’t skip a beat in recommending coquine. Tucked away in a quaint hood with a lovely outdoor eating area we enjoyed a wonderful lunch. My tomato soup was silky and packed with flavor, the grilled cornbread wowsa ! Great service as well

This was our second visit to Coquine. We were expecting an exceptionally prepared meal in a refined environment. All went as expected until an hour into our dinner. The staff cranked up the music causing my husband and I to have difficulty conversing. The wait staff became surly and argumentative when asked to turn the volume down on the music. It was a Sunday night, most of the diners were 50 or older. The waitress claimed she had to talk to the manager, but there were 3 or 4 waiters, not all that busy at the time and the chef/owner could be seen in the kitchen. They did nothing and a more senior waiter even argued with us when we asked why they could not turn down the music. We will not be returning to Coquine. There are other fine dining restaurants with staffs more attuned to the needs of their customers. Before this visit,we had recommended Coquine to friends in Portland and visitors from out of town, but no more.

Lunch here is a fairly casual affair, which was a selling point because I was bringing my toddler. He was doing a lot of bouncing and some screaming with delight, so I was very grateful that the ladies at the next table were so kind and understanding. The food was lovely... The salad was picture perfect and very fresh, and the sandwiches and baked goods were of very high quality as well. I had a popsicle they made in-house for dessert, Charentais melon and lemon verbena. Highly recommended.

We found Coquine to be a very nice spot for brunch. It's not place to go for plate size pancakes and the such but provides a more limited menu of very well executed versions of traditional items. Pancakes and a waffle done as a side were just wonderful. My wife wanted a pretty substantial change in an item and the kitchen followed through on her request. Coquine is a small but special spot.

I've written several reviews for other Portland restaurants. This my first negative one. I'm frustrated because the hype for this restaurant made me want to try it. I was ready to be pleased and was very disappointed. I was expecting a fun and different breakfast/brunch. It's Portland, after all. First, the counter staff had no enthusiasm. She was not very helpful at all when we were ordering at the counter. My friend wanted a soy latte. I didn't think any place in Portland that serves lattes wouldn't have soy milk. Then we got a carafe of room temperature water to take to the table. I ordered the soft cooked scrambled eggs with a nice melted cheese and the roasted broccoli on the side. The eggs were cooked correctly but nothing special taste wise. Very small dots of cheese melted on the top. Cheese was tasty but there wasn't enough. I love roasted broccoli to have a good crisp on it but this was burnt. The server did finally bring out some ice water without being asked. It was a hot day, so it was welcome. My friend also ordered eggs and didn't enjoy hers either. And finally, I expected a little more in the way of decor. It was ordinary, at best. So, bottom line, it was just okay and I don't think it deserves the high ranking it has received on more than one foodie website I looked at. Hopefully, they do better with dinner.

Poor unfriendly service, average expensive over-salted food Average and over-salted expensive food, we went for Sunday brunch. My friend was visiting from out of town. There’s no table service at this restaurant, we had to literally compete for a table (they didn’t keep a list of guests), there’s no cleaning of the outdoor tables in between guests which really blew our minds especially since we’re all navigating through the pandemic, guests bus their own tables and for as expensive as this place is, it was pretty surprising the lack of any service. We ordered at the register and the cashier thought my friend and I wanted a 3rd dish, apparently because we were trying to figure out what to get. We figured this out when our order was ready and I had to wait in line to get my money back for the dish that we never ordered. Oh, the clincher was when I asked for catsup up for my breakfast hash. I was told bu the cashier that I could ‘purchase’ a bottle from their market as they didn’t have that offered as a condiment with your paid breakfast. A first in all my years of dining out. Portland is full of delicious restaurants with proper and regular service, I won’t be going back or recommending this place. The reason we went was at the recommendation of a neighbor.

My wife and I were visiting Portland and this restaurant was recommended by a friend. We were celebrating our anniversary. We brought a bottle of wine and the corkage fee was only $30 which was great. All four dishes in the tasting were fabulous! The staff was super friendly and the atmosphere was romantic. We recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting the area wanting to celebrate or try delicious food.

Coquine is a small restaurant that requires advance reservations and payment. So, only serious diners are there and the restaurant can concentrate on making great dishes for people who will appreciate them. The food does not disappoint. Every dish is nicely presented, tasty and has an original twist to the familiar. The wine list is eclectic and extensive. If you do the wine pairing with dinner, you will be treated to a wine range of wines you have probably never had, and all will be delicious and complement the dishes well. Overall, if you want some of the finest food you will find anywhere, Coquine is a great choice.

We're from New York and heard great things about Coquine, so we tried it. It has a great vibe and is very chill. Service is extremely accommodating and the drinks and wine list are very well thought out and presented We went with the chef's tasting menu, which is four courses, but definitely comes with extra "surprises". We loved everything that came out except, strangely enough, the short ribs which were the main course. The carrot soup with crab, was heaven- a legit world class dish that we're still talking about. But the short ribs, even though they were good, just were nothing outstanding- and the other three people at the table with me agreed. This said, the candied vegetables that came with it were world class. Other than this little blip in the meal, from start to finish this was an amazing meal and a wonderful night. Dinner is served very proudly by Chef Katy, who describes all of the dishes she's made. The dining room is run by her husband Ksandek, who is a charming and wonderful host. This restaurant reminded me of the original Chanterelle restaurant on New York. Run by an amazing husband and wife team that just wanted people to be happy. This is how we felt last night at Coquine, and can't wait to come back and try more of their great menu. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

From their website: "Located at the top of Mt. Tabor, at SE 69th and Belmont, Coquine is a full service, neighborhood restaurant offering a dinner menu that evolves with the seasons. By day, Coquine offers casual counter service, featuring house made pastries, espresso, tea and lunch. Chef Katy Millard cooks delicious, thoughtful, and seasonal food. She is committed to sustainable practices and sourcing from local farms." Our first visit to this well-reviewed neighborhood restaurant was on Valentine's Day for breakfast. We had heard much good about this new place, and planned our visit for a quiet time. This is a small neighborhood space right at the foot of Mt. Tabor Park. Husband and I ordered hash with potatoes, onions, slow cooked collards, mushrooms and an over easy egg plus the fried egg sandwich on brioche with rosemary shallot butter and melted cheese, each for $6. We added braised pork shoulder to the hash and bacon to the egg sandwich. Both were delectable! We thoroughly enjoyed the food, the service, the space, and seeing the neighborhood walkers through the mist of a chilly Portland morning...Had to get a chocolate chip cookie for the drive home, too! Don't miss it!

My husband and I have dined here twice, once with a group of friends and once just the two of us. The first time we had a lot of dishes to share and every one was a winner. The service was great too. The second time, however, last week, we were disappointed. We had a reservation but we had to wait about 20 minutes to be seated. The waiter said he would be back to take a cocktail order, but he never came back. Once we were seated, the service was very slow. We ordered cocktails and a few things to share, including one entree. One appetizer was fantastic, the fritters and peppers, but the rest of the food was just okay. Overall, if this had been our first time, we wouldn't go back, but since the first visit was so good, we would give it another go. Perhaps the recent "restaurant of the year" award overwhelmed the staff. I've found this to be true of other restaurants as well.

We scored a table here while in Portland for the weekend. We both had the 4-course tasting menu with wine pairing and we are still talking about it. Each dish was outstanding with the pasta with rabbit sugo being the true star. Highly recommend this neighborhood spot that turns out a menu that is complex and thought-out without ever seeming overwhelming. The service was warm and relaxed.

I had a most beautiful lunch here. I would give it five stars except for the decor, functional but not particularly inviting. The menu is creative and the ingredients superb. The staff is quite knowledgeable and lovely. And if the time of day is right, take a walk in beautiful Mt. Tabor Park, just a block away before or after your meal. (p.s. at night with candles the ambience may be much better.)

Coquine used to be great restaurant with a relaxing neighborhood vibe. After two visits in the last year, we noticed it has become a snooty restaurant, with greedy prices and portions. The last time we went with family from out of town and they couldn't believe how ridiculous the wine portions were - they barely served us 4 ounces and charged $20 per glass. The food is still great, but it would help to lose the attitude and the greediness.

My husband and I had a fabulous dinner at Coquine on their outside patio. The evening began with a perfectly chilled martini. Chef Katy Millard created a delicious chilled peach and cucumber gazpacho that was almost too pretty to eat. The shrimp and mussels on grits was outstanding. This quaint restaurant makes we wish I lived in the Mount Tabor neighborhood.

We called at 3 pm to try and get a table but we were able to sit up at the bar when we arrived at 5:30. The bar seating was fantastic and we had the chance to watch everything unfold during the night. We ordered the chicken for two that was mouth watering. The tempura beans were amazing. At the end of the early evening the owner/chef came out to greet us and give my wife a great little birthday dessert. We will definitely be going back!

Coquine is a peach of a restaurant in an out of the way neighborhood in Portland. It came highly recommended by numerous people I met in the Oregon wine community and it was as warm and inviting a place to eat as you can get. The tasting menu offered interesting and diverse menu items, and the drinks pairings certainly matched both the food and clientele - weird and wonderful.

My husband and I came to Coquine for my birthday and he had searched newspaper reviews for something unique. Coquine is definitely unique, the service is exquisite and the food is delicious and beautifully prepared. The bread, artichoke soup and pasta with chanterelles were all made to perfection. My husband’s leek salad and duck were also quite nice. Because there are so few tables (maybe 10), I recommend you have a reservation. You will be in for a treat that you will remember for a long time to come.

We were planning to take a walk at a local park near this restaurant and it started to rain. We stumbled upon this place. It’s a quaint, small place but super cute. They don’t open until 9 sharp. Don’t be early as we showed up about 10 minutes and they made us wait outside. We almost just left but they came out at 9am to invite us back in. The menu isn’t extensive but we found something. The lavain toast and hash were both fantastic. The mocha was delicious. The service was good and they were attentive.

The "Chef's Choice Four Course Menu" is actually 8 servings. The evening started with a sweet lemoney Vermouth drink, very enjoyable. Next came an oyster each from Tomales Bay, briney and wonderful. Then arrived a home made cracker with chicken liver - almost a pate. Then the meal started first a salad of roasted carrots, mustard greens, a vinaigrette that look like guacamole, but wasn't - a very pleasant dish. Next the star of the evening, pan seared halibut with asparagus and leeks, I told you it was the star. A black bean braised short rib was good, but it is hard to came after the best. We shared the 2 deserts, the cheese plate is my recommendation. Last came your choice of four different finishes - go for the chocolate chip cookie! After a look at the wine menu, we went for the wine pairings at $40.00 each. The staff gave a short, memorized speech with the delivery of each wine. Our impression was that French Gamay Noir that came with the ribs and both of the wines that came with desert out shown the first two offerings. The staff was efficient, attentive and pleasant. The place is small and the tables are close, but the noise level as low to moderate.

Three of us met here for dinner, and two had been here once before. We were all delighted with our appetizers, entrees and a shared dessert. Food was delicious, portions were sensibly sized, and service was attentive. We enjoyed the relatively low noise level. Who knew a side of roasted carrots could be so wonderful?! All agreed the foods were worth the prices and we would return.

This review is of a lunch at Coquine; I've never eaten dinner or breakfast there. My wife and I had heard good things about this restaurant, and we were not disappointed. The space is appealing, we were greeted very pleasantly, and we were seated promptly. (We arrived at the restaurant around 11:30 AM.) We placed our order at the counter (as directed) and returned to our table. We both ordered the "Daily Lunch Special," but we both also substituted one of the main dishes for the sandwich that is standard with the "Daily Lunch Special." (There was a modest charge for making these substitutions.) So, what about the food? Well, we thought that the pumpkin soup we had was outstanding, that the beet salad was interesting and very good, that the duck confit I had was superb, that the pasta with milk braised pork sugo that my wife had was very good to excellent, and that the cookies we were given for dessert were very good (although not to our taste). We each also had a glass of a very pleasant red wine. For reasons of completeness, I should note that we thought some of the portion sizes (of my wife's pasta, in particular) were "daringly small." However, our overall impression was that this was one of the best meals we have had in Portland in quite some time.

This tiny restaurant is right around the corner from a dear friend's home where we visited all too briefly, Loved the ambiance and the servers were super friendly. We were there for breakfast so my friend and I ordered the soft scrambled eggs with roasted broccoli and romanesco while my husband ordered the hash with a (very generous) side of bacon. All were excellent although be prepared for lots of garlic in the veggies! We'd heard about the cookies so got a half dozen to go and shared them with other friends while hiking later. They are fabulous! Just sorry we never got to try lunch or dinner there. True, it's pricey, but we loved it and will go back next time in Portland. (Need to add gluten free items to the menu).

My hubby and I enjoyed an amazing dinner on Friday night. Got the choice to dine in or sit outside. We chose outside and loved it. I don't remember everything but.. the artichoke tort was to die for. I am not an artichoke fan, but this made me a believer. On to the black cod. Perfectly cook, had a nice outside layer of spice that did not over power the fish at all. Black cod is a butter fish, very delicate. Then onto the dessert of chocolate, almonds, and crunchy sweet granola. Cant remember the name of it, but ate every bit. This is our third visit to Coquine, and won't be our last. Service was excellent this time and every time. They know their wines, know their food, and make a science out of pairing that with their customers.

I eat out a lot and keep a ranking of restaurants in the Portland area for my food blog. Coquine is #3 on my list. There is a lot to love about this place. Of course their menu is ever-changing but tonight the corn fritters were like clouds. Amazing. We both ordered the cucumber and peach gazpacho. It was perfectly balanced. Like I told the chef, it tasted like summer in a bowl. My entrée was a pasta with corn dish that was totally inspired. Just a fantastic meal, and Joe gave us perfect service. My only knock on the place was that the portions were a tad bit small. We left full, but the food cost difference of adding another ounce per plate would have been minimal and then we would have felt like we had plenty. The gazpacho that was so good... I really wished for a bit more of that bliss. We actually passed on the $11 dessert burrata because it looked small when the table next to us had it.

We are in Portland for four days and have had three dinners so far. We havefoodie friends who live here (but are away). One of the places they recommended was Coquine. I think if they had a location a little easier to get to, they would have a lot more positive reviews than they have now for having been open for 10 months. Today was an incredibly hot day (high around 100). We'd tried to get there earlier in the week but airline foul-ups prevented it. We thought we were lucky to get in on Saturday evening. I have to say that if the inside had been the only option, I'm not sure we would have stayed. The a/c seemed not even close to its task on such a hot evening. But luckily there was an outside table and with a nice breeze it was quite comfortable. First the wine list: I don't know how the on-premise taxes work here but I found the prices for a very nice wine by the glass list to be quite reasonable. I had an excellent Oregon rosé (and I´m picky about my rosés). A very nice dessert wine list as well. My hubby is a beer drinker, and there were several he approved of. We'd thought about the tasting menu but we'd had to get away from our hotel early to escape parade traffic, and had stopped down the road for a bit of cheese and wine first, and I knew I wasn't up to so many courses. Luckily all the dishes on the tasting menu were also available à la carte. The spring pea salad was delicious but the better of the two first courses was the aparagus tempura with browned butter miso dipping sauce. Get it if it´s on the menu. I had the lamb loin, perfectly cooked, medium rare. My husband´s halibut, with morel mushrooms (woo hoo!!) was a bit overcooked but still delicious. I had the strawberry dessert with elderflowers--fresh ones!--toasted oats and a sort of yogurt pastry cream sauce. Loved it. It's a small place, a half dozen seats at the bar, and maybe 30 at tables (not counting the outdoor seating). We've been pleased at how easily you can get from one place to another in this town, but forget about public transit and call Uber. It's far from most anyplace else you might be seeing as a visitor to the town. But I say, go!

Went for the chefs tasting menu as most folks here did. Found the amuse bouche to be excellent, as well as the soup. Totally underwhelmed by the salad, entree and desert. We frequent Hold Fast, Castagna, Beast, Lincoln and Aviary and the meals at those neighborhood restaurants are outstanding. I think, given more time, this small quaint place, with a chef who is experimenting can be something to write home about. It just needs more time.

Dinner at Coquine was exceptional. From the warm welcome to the house-made sweetmeats offered with coffee, this is an exceptionally good restaurant, tucked away in a charming neighbourhood. We travelled from Australia and wanted a memorable dinner for two in Portland. Coquine was terrific. The tables are close, but the noise level is fine and the background music just audible enough to be interesting. We chose the chef's menu, which featured rhubarb as a seasonal ingredient. At $55 per head, this was 4 courses plus two kinds of snacks (oysters and tempura asparagus), delicious sourdough bread and cultured butter and sweetmeats with coffee. This was exceptionally good value for money and every course was delicate, beautiful on the plate, and truly delicious. The Japanese influences are clear, but the flavours are original. The cocktails and winelist are extensive and excellent. The write-ups in some of the local food guides understate Coquine's appeal by some way -- it is well worth a visit.

I am reluctantly telling you guys this because I have every other Friday to myself to go out to breakfast in Portland. But I found the best places with no lines ever. You mostly have to go on a weekday, of course. I almost always stay on the east side where I live so this list may not be complete, but every place listed is next level delicious. - Coquine, of course - Trinket, perfection - Vivienne’s cafe, sleeper hit w/ the best music and gin punch - Proud Mary, the owners are my neighbors and the loveliest people on the planet and oh, also named one of best restaurants in the US by Bon Appetit!!! - Broder, I have Scandinavia mania now - Beeswing, I actually go here w/ my family more bc they are family friendly but I like them so much I’d go on my own - Maurice, I don’t think they open early but worth the wait! You guys. I don’t like Denny’s breakfast so sorry if I seem a prude. Yes I would eat raw fish and salad for breakfast but I also love an amazing pastry and bacon. So if that’s your thing... gluten Appetit!

I had dinner here recently while in Portland with my wife and friends. We had just returned from the coast after running HTC relay, and were so excited to have food that we didn't have to eat in a van! Several local friends had recommended Coquine to us, and we now know why. Everything from our initial greeting and ambience, to pre-dinner cocktail, food and wine was top notch. All four of us come from restaurant backgrounds, and are familiar with what is good and bad...nothing bad here! The staff doesn't take itself too seriously either, which is great, since if you're not having fun then you should be in another line of work. Our cocktails/aperitifs were delicious, and we ordered in courses - small appetizers, middle dishes, and main protein entrees. Oh, and dessert (don't skip!). We had a few bottles of wine (okay, three) from the well-chosen list and the combination of great food, wine and service made this a special evening. I look forward to visiting Coquine next time I'm in Portland, hopefully sooner rather than later.

Pleasant service, great breakfast sandwich, excellent coffee choices in a delightful neighborhood corner building adjacent to Mt Tabor park. Loved our time here but beware the breakfast sandwich has hot peppers. Phew. But tasty. Loved this spot

Tucked away in the quiet neighborhood of Mt Tabor is a culinary gem. Small, with just about 10 tables and bar seating, Coquine exemplifies understated elegance and quality. Get there early and you are asked to wait in the small, adjacent market-- replete with international wines that are unlike many you will find in Portland. We opted for the 4 course menu for 75.\, as opposed to the 7 course for 135. As it was, we got 2 small samples of amuse bouche-- one of which was on the 7 course. Highlight were the impeccably prepared sugar snap peas with turnips and almonds; incredible halibut with gold rice, carrot sauce and leeks; roasted guinea hen (usually ho hum) with blond morels and spinach; 2 desserts-- burrata with strawberries and a carrot almond cake. We paired that with a nice Oregon Pinot-- service was flawless. This is a restaurant that knows how good it is, but is understated. And in a throwback (reminding me of when Andre Soltner used to come around after a meal at Lutece!!), Kate Millard makes the rounds with petite dessert choices to take home. She seemed so appreciative and genuine as we waxed eloquently about our meal. The toughest part? Getting a reservation!!

Cute place with warm vibe. However, the food is just average. They are only offering fixed prix at this time. Good presentation. Both the pasta and the lamb main were way too salty. The raw and cooked carrots were just OK. The best item we liked was actually the fried green tomato as a compliment from the kitchen. Great wait staff though

Very enjoyable evening... my husbands birthday so I made reservations several weeks ahead. Our table was next to the bay window so we had relative privacy. Each course was very small... a true tasting portion. The oysters were pristine and the black cod was the highlight of the meal as it was cooked to perfection. The lamb dish was just on the edge of being over salted but the fact that we did not leave a single drop of food in any of the 7 dishes shows how much we enjoyed the chef's efforts. A characteristic of each dish was the balance and clean taste of the food. It was easy to taste each of the components and the broths and sauces were outstanding without being over-powering. A candle at the end of the meal with a desert tray after the pre-fixe dessert that was a part of the tasting rounded out the evening. I had pre-ordered 2 dozen of their famous cookies so we left with food as well. Can not praise the staff enough... lovely, friendly and attentive....all!

This is a tiny place with limited (~ 30) seating. One unisex restroom (very clean during our visit) inside with a small alcohol beverage bar too. Do try the kale tempura appetizer with melted brown butter for great texture variance. Additionally Ken's crusty bread is a winner too. Wine selections are interesting. My companion said his beet salad was "wonderful". Everyone raved about my crisp flavorful chicory salad . The squab and short ribs were just so-so next to the inspiring salad selections. We finished with a terrific brownie with ginger Chantilly. All said this meal was good.

We travel all over the world and do as many tasting menus as possible. This place is easily in our top 5. Mainly because of the wine pairings. They have searched for unique wines and obscure grape varieties from all over the world to compliment their fantastic food. Interestingly enough, our favorite food/wine pairing courses were not the “main” courses of the meal. Flavors were consistently fresh and layered so each bite gave you another taste sensation. Same with the wines- you really notice each part: the nose, the taste on the front/side of the palate- the finish. You won’t go wrong ordering a la carte either - or ordering to share. It is an amazing experience. Good ambiance- at times a bit noisy. Knowledgeable staff, friendly and prompt service. Portion size on the tasting menu was average- we did not leave hungry but not stuffed either. There was sufficient portion to really taste each offering.

My wife and I had dinner at Coquine and were surprised at the variability in quality between dishes. Two outstanding items, one that was, frankly, awful. The chicory salad with anchovies was superb. One of the best and most interesting salads we have had in some time. My wife’s braised lamb shank was fabulous, as were the brussel sprouts. On the flip side, my sole meunière was absolutely flavorless. Arguably the worst iteration of this dish that I have had. Hard to explain such a huge discrepancy. The atmosphere was warm and homey, and our server Emily was delightful. If my fish had been good, the entire experience would have been outstanding.

We really enjoyed this place and you will too, with a couple of exceptions. The service was very slow, so be prepared for that. We had the tasting menu and highly recommend it. We thought at $79 is was a good value. We also had the wine pairings. The wine was good, but the pours were tiny! They were really not a pour at all, but more of a taste, barely! I would recommend you just order a bottle and let it go at that. You will be much happier!

The vibe is neighborhood bistro. It looked like you could just drop in and eat at the bar if you couldn't get a reservation. Summer time tables outdoors would be lovely too. Too many fine menu choices for our first visit so we did the 4 course chef choice menu with wine pairing and enjoyed every bite and sip. They also brought a few delicious surprises like oysters and foi gras. Chef arrived bearing a tray of homemade candies to introduce herself at the end of the meal. It was a pleasure to meet her and thank her for such an exceptional meal. Service was excellent - friendly and prompt without hovering. The wines matched well and a couple were exceptional. All this aside - the food is amazing. Each course so well thought out, perfectly prepared and presented. Wish I could eat here every night.

I was looking for a special restaurant for my wife's landmark birthday. And, Coquine certainly delivered! We had the "chef's choice" dinner with wine paring. This is not cheap; but, the value is totally there! One tremendous benefit in going this direction is that one doesn't have to disrupt an intimate dinner experience with the messy decision-making for each choice of dish and wine. I know some people love to have this control and think they can actually execute better than the house. However, we really enjoy the new and sometimes totally unexpected pleasures that come with trusting a fine chef to show you what they can do with the freshest ingredients available at the time. This was our first visit, as we only recently moved to the area. Most assured, it will not be our last! This is a relatively small and intimate setting and it takes a while to get reservations. So, plan ahead, or take your chances with trying to get one of the few "bar" seats that don't require reservation (check this). The food is prepared with classical French techniques and the service is impeccable. Everyone is so friendly and accommodating that I want to revisit soon. BTW, my wife loved this surprise and didn't stop talking about it for days! She's saved the menu and brings it out to show our guests what a great guy I am! (At least I think that's why she's doing it. :-))

We have loved Coquine's food and restaurant for years. We decided to do take out and were surprised at the $79 for two meals but thought we'd try it. We ordered the pasta. It was glorified mac/cheese with mushrooms enough for one. We were really surprised and disappointed. We like supporting good restaurants but were surprised at the low quality of the take out.

I had the chicken salad as a lunch entree and it consisted of potatoes, a bit of chicken, and a few roasted peppers. The flavor was nice and fresh although the portion was quite small. My main complaint, however, is that the chicken was really poorly prepared and hadn't been cleaned. The meat (all dark meat) still had loads of gristle and much of it was inedible - the bony ends of the drumsticks, the cartilage in the thighs. No one asked why there was a pile of gristle on the plate. I looked at what other diners were having and just noticed that most of the (not inexpensive) dishes were served in really tiny little bowls.

We got an Airbnb in Portland and wondered when we arrived where we would eat. Our hosts suggested a new restaurant within walking distance and we were pleasantly surprised that it was one of the best places we have eaten in a while. The asparagus tempura appetizer is an excellent example of their skill and creativity. The batter was extremely light but well seasoned and yet gave it a crispy texture which was a nice contrast to the perfectly cooked stalks of asparagus. It came with a great dipping sauce, also light, which I wish I could remember better but it was a good complement. For entrees we had the shrimp and mussels and the halibut with morels. Both were unusual in their flavors and cooked to perfection. We liked this place enough that we went back for breakfast. We usually go for the hash browns-and-eggs at the local diner but we spurred this morning and it was worth it.

The service, the food, the wines, the attention to detail is as satisfying as Paleys, Pigeon, Little Bird, Davenport, and the other great establishments in town. The wine list is greatly improved and is now arguably even better than the food, which is as good as anywhere in this great food city. Thus is what eating out should be. Thank you tithe owners and staff.

I thought it was a Good morning , until my Daughter snd I got the Evil eye and Coffee with a Scowl. Yikes. How about a smile from the Coffee server .

We sat down almost an hour ago and still no food. Just received the mimosa I ordered 20 mins ago. Very small portions from what I’m seeing on other tables and expensive. I can deal with expensive but this wait is unacceptable. We waited 45 minutes for a table already.

I love the delicious food preparation at Coquine! We had the chiefs choice for dinner. Each course was Exquisitely prepared, the flavors were Devine. Great staff!

This is a small place near Mt. Tabor. I saw it listed as Portland's best restaurant so wanted to give it a try. Not sure if it's the best as I havent tried all the competition but this was definitely excellent. We went for lunch, and they have a very reasonably priced set. The place is overall not that big, and the space is not necessarily high end looking, but the food was quite tasty. We tried the oysters which were great, pumpkin soup, two different pastas and the chocolate chip cookie which were all very nice. I tried the ice cream with coffee as dessert which was great too. Overall quite a nice place, would love to try their dinner menu next time.

Had dinner there with a friend. I would say that 90% of the food that we ordered was amazing: complex flavors, deeply satisfying. It's a small space so reservations are recommended.

By best meal I mean the most creatively prepared and served appetizers and entrees. It's a small place but we called ahead for a reservation. They have a very large wine selection as well as beer and cocktails. I had a cocktail that was so amazing, but alas the menu changes so try something new. We had black cod, oysters, Ken's bread and butter, and a few more items. We shared everything so we would try more dishes. Everything was amazing. Everything.

I went with my husband for a romantic night out. The first reservation they had available was a month ahead, and we booked it. So glad we did (though we found out they always keep the bar open for walk ins)! Every dish we got was delicious. I recommend the shrimp toast, the mache salad (while you can get it!), the carrot and crab soup, and the strozapretti (strangled priest) pasta. The service was perfect, attentive enough but not intrusive. And while the lighting was romantic, it was the first place in forever I didn't have to pull my phone out to read the menu! (What's up Portland, put the freaking lights on!) Turns out they have breakfast too. Since this is a neighborhood place we will definitely be back!

We've been here a few times now and _every_ time the food, service and cocktails have been outstanding. It's off the beaten path and is a smaller place so reservations are recommended. Outside seating is available in warmer weather and they have a bar that seats 6 people. While the menu provides ample information about the food it never seems to do it justice. The menu isn't that big so it is possible to try almost everything if you have a group of 3 or more--and I recommend it! Often, the best dish isn't one that we would have ordered but we've learned to trust the chef. (There is also a chef's tasting menu but I think you have to sign up for that with a reservation.) Highly recommend the nightcap option as well- there were 4 offered to us (on a tray) and we ended up trying 3. And then finding the whiskey and fernet bottles so that we'd have them for our home bar. We wish we could have taken a bottle of the homemade stuff, but that is limited to the restaurant.

Superb. Neighborhood location, a bit remote, and charming. Impeccable food and service. We opted for the price fixed dinner, excellent, and the chef easily accommodated our dietary needs. Good wine list and cocktails. Chef came out to personally serve dessert, charming!

Will never go back. It was a cold day. We were asked to wait outside for a table. There was a 4 top available but they refused to seat us since it was just me and my wife. I was ready to spend a lot of money here. They'll never get my money now. PS. This was a pre covid experience.

just off the shoulder of Mt. Tabor, this little place provides wonderfully intimate, conversation-friendly, and tasty breakfast creations with a definite French flair. Brioch and eggs, hash, pancakes and of course pastries for breakfast; but they do quite substantial and elaborate lunches, including grilled meats, pasta, and beefy dishes here and there. I'd recommend this just for a change of pace from the chains and over subscribed venues down on division and Hawthorne. A great way to end or break up a morning walk of the neighborhoods. easy parking. Table service. Friendly and creative.

excellent service, unique ideas in flavor and texture, very smart seasonal and regional menu ideas. looking forward to the return of the lacquered ribs! cant wait to go back. Mel/Portland

What a treasure! Coquine is a small restaurant but it is 4-Star quality! We went with friends who had been there several times before and raved about it. We were not disappointed. Chef Katy's menu choices and preparations were a wonderful treat. Ksandek makes everyone feel so welcome whether he knows you or not [disclaimer, we've known him for years and he's still the same: innovative, unpretentious & a generous person]. The food was excellent and it was the small things that made it memorable...like the server who always refolded the linen napkin when someone left the table. You usually find that in fine dining...but then again, this was fine dining! They deserve all the accolades they have received!!!

I rarely provide an "excellent" rating to a restaurant, but Coquine deserves one. This is a small neighborhood restaurant. Reservations are a must. For a special anniversary, after reading the Oregonian review we decided to get a table. Whilemwe could not get one on our anniversary, we were able to get one corresponding to our opera matinee. We splurged, so the total cost might be a bit more than opne otherwise might spend. We started with a green salad with beets (wife) and snap peas for me. Both were ample and quite tasty. My wife had the beef tenderloin, quite tender with a nice accompaniment. I hads the mussels and shrimp on cous cous. Again, the portions were good and well within the typical fine restaurant entree price for Portland. We had a simple desert consisting of chocalate chip (freshly made) cookies and homemade caramel (the two cookies and caramels were $7, very reasonable for any desert. As for any rerstaurant of this class, the wines are expensive, but the wine list extensive (including by the glass). If I were to find fault is one which tends to affect restaurants today. There is a tendancy to try and combine unusual flavors. We will return. But, do not go here if one expects entrees priced under $25 and huge portions.

Short story—my husband and I were very disappointed. I wrote the restaurant to let them know. Heard nothing. 4 weeks later—sent again--received reply that they’d consider my “felt” experience and where they might make improvements. No apology, so, I am posting my experience. My husband took me out for breakfast to Coquine.  I decided to order the granola, fruit and yogurt and the husband ordered the toast with ricotta. I also got a chocolate chip cookie. If anyone had asked us how our food was and if we enjoyed it— I would have said what I’m going to say in person— but no one did. If I was running a business— I would want to know what people’s experience was in my restaurant. And I would want them to say it to ME personally— Since no one seemed interested in our experience (no one asked how we were, if we were happy or if we liked our food— even when they came to collect the plates) we just left without saying anything.  (As stated above— I did contact business twice to tell them— with a tepid response.) I am sorry to say that we did not enjoy our food.  I ordered the granola, berries and yogurt.  I have a sophisticated palate and enjoy food that is properly seasoned— including salt. But the granola was too salty— especially on its own.  When I ate the first bite— I took some of everything including the dill— and it was not overbearingly salty in the first bite.  Then I tried each component separately to see how each thing tasted.  The salt hit and subsequent tastes were too overblown with salt.  When I saw the black raspberries (?) on the plate— I thought they might be dehydrated/freeze-dried because they were desiccated looking.  But they were “fresh’’… unfortunately, I think they were passed their prime and also lacked flavor.  I found the dill to be too much and too odd, so after a few bites I picked it off the plate. I like new flavor combinations but found (for me) that the dill with this chocolate granola, yogurt and berries not delicious. My husband found his pecan raisin toast with ricotta and strawberries rather lackluster. He kept comparing it to the toast with ricotta and berries at Mt Tabor Roastery on NE Glisan which he thought was much more flavorful in every way (as did I). When he gave me a taste of his breakfast— the piece I had was soggy, I did not detect a pecan or a raisin in the bread, the ricotta lacked flavor (ironically, maybe salt).  The strawberries were good. I know Coquine has won awards which they probably deserve. It is not my intention to insult Coquine but to give honest feedback about my experience. As you can imagine— after hearing from my neighbors that they love to eat here and after reading reviews (I get Saveur , Food and Wine, Bon Appetit, Cook’s Illustrated, Portland Monthly, Sunset) on and off-line— my expectations were high and were unfortunately unmet.  You may wonder who do I think I am?  I am 60, a decent cook, I have traveled around the world, and lived in London for 5 years.  I don’t think I am anyone special.  I’m just a neighbor who came in to eat breakfast. Not only were my husband and I disappointed with our food (oh—chocolate chip cookie = okay.) I was also disappointed with the lack of response to my concerns. An apology would have gone a long way.

I was lucky enough to be treated to a lovely dinner for my birthday last night. We had the 7 course tasting menu with wine pairings. Great play on the wine selections to match the delicious courses. Each course was meticulously plated and beautiful. Space is intimate without being stuffy. Staff is very friendly and on point with making sure that you are taken care of. Overall a wonderful experience. And added perk was having Chef Katy Millard come out at the end of the evening to offer up some more tasty sweet treats. She makes the time to visit and thank all of the tables in this fashion. It was great to ask a few questions and interact. Most impressive. We will definitely be back with friends and out of towners. This is indeed a neighborhood gem. Oh and the Butter Steamed Black Cod...one of the best preparations I've ever had.

Average salad, mediocre cod with uncooked chickpeas, good dessert, However, recently rated #3 in Portlad - not in a million years.

After reading about Coquine on the Eater PDX site we were excited to give it a try. Since we were in Portland just a week prior to our anniversary, I booked it to celebrate that occasion. Our meal there left us very conflicted, for reasons I will explain... Coquine offers you 3x dining options: a 7x-course chef’s tasting menu, a 4x-course chef’s tasting menu, and a la carte dining. With the benefit of hindsight (which includes seeing both the 4x- and 7x-course menus), I think we made the right choice at the time: 4x courses constitutes the “happy medium.” The evening began with a couple of amuse-bouche items from the kitchen: a thinly-sliced rockfish crudo with pickled shallots and a chicken liver pate with strawberry jam atop a toasted crostini. Both were very good, solid starts to our meal. Our first course was a poached Monterey Bay squid with cucumber, celtuce, “Buddha’s Hand” kosho, agretti, and golden sesame; it was matched with a delightful Willamette Valley riesling billed as “mostly dry,” but which tasted relatively sweet to us. Starting what would be a trend the entire night, both the food and wine paired with it were very good — a great summer starter. Our second course was a pan-seared black cod with Potxa beans, fennel, Piquillo pepper, Nicoise olives, and pine nuts; it was matched with a trousseau gris from Sonoma’s Russian River Valley. While the entire meal was very good, this was, without doubt, our favorite course. We are more familiar with matching black cod to a miso-based sauce; this more Mediterranean-inspired preparation was executed brilliantly. Our third course was a black garlic-crusted rack of lamb with smoked green farro and fava beans; this was paired with a Willamette Valley syrah. We were pleasantly surprised with this wine pairing — Willamette is not particularly known for either syrah (or riesling, our first course’s wine), but this one was quite good. A bit on the lighter side for a syrah, but probably a better match with the lamb for it. We chose the sweeter dessert option: a toasted sugar Pavlova with strawberries, lovage ice cream, and creme fraiche mousse; this was paired with a slightly sweet champagne. Neither of us are champagne or sparkling wine drinkers (in fact, we rather avoid them), but this proved a better match — sweeter, not dry — than we expected. The service was generally pretty good. We had minor issues (e.g. a couple courses took unduly long to clear), but nothing major. The sommelier not only chose great pairings for the courses, but was a fount of knowledge about the wines and wineries that produced them; he is absolutely first-rate. Where the evening was a complete bust — and what left us so conflicted about Coquine — was our comfort. For one, the indoor chairs seemed selected for maximum discomfort (due to a bar which protrudes from the top of the chair-back). But by far the biggest issue was the absence of any air conditioning on a 95-degree day, which left my wife and I fighting sweat and heat-induced fatigue for most of our 2+ hour dining experience and wishing we had dressed far more casually. When we departed the indoor temperature was 90+ degrees...and this is simply unacceptable for a restaurant charging $100/person.

Anniversary dinner on a Sunday evening turned out to be a very nice treat. So often multi-course set dinners are a disappointment, but not at Coquine. We chose the 4 course meal. The policy is that all at the table must also take the same multi-course meal, if one party does. This was fine for us, but we're not lamb eaters, so did ask about a substitution. Our waitress indicated that the cod could be substituted and it was lovely when served. Speaking of serve.....the restaurant seats about 30 people, including maybe 7 at the bar. The restaurant is small, but there were at least 4 servers and all 4 of them worked with us at one point or another. In addition, the 2 chefs brought the key courses out and discussed them with us in terms of preparation, etc. A very nice touch, indeed. About mid-way through our meal, we thought a mistake had been made and that the waitress had thought we ordered the 7 course meal. Not so! They simply brought a few other courses to us at no extra charge. These included the bread and their homemade butter, as well as a pair of oysters on the half shell with a very lovely seasoning that took the "fishi-ness" of the oysters away totally. So nice! If you decide to just drop in for dinner without a reservation, especially in the winter when there is no outdoor seating, be there at 5pm sharp and you'll likely be seated. Otherwise, you can use Open Table to make your reservation. We will definitely go back to Coquine, maybe to try breakfast or lunch. Can't wait!

Loved our pork belly and duck confit hash this morning!! I am glad we waited an hour for the doors to open!! We are still on MN time, and it was well worth the wait! Coffee, baked goods, relaxing decor. Small, only seats 20ish total. Nice and quaint.

Their on-line menu may look just so-so, but their food is wowee! The bread is treated so that even people who can't tolerate gluten can enjoy their extra crispy toasted sandwiches. The carrot salad is delicious, and their potato hash is cooked with onions (Russian-style) and is very tasty. Order at the counter and enjoy a drink before the staff delivers your wonderful meals.

My husband and I celebrated our anniversary at Coquine. We opted for the full seven course tasking menu with the optional wine pairing. Admittedly, this was not an inexpensive meal, but if you're not put off by the price, it is a wonderful experience. Unlike some restaurants that offer tasting menus, they present you with a printed menu before you make your choice. I appreciated this, since I have a shellfish allergy, I knew beforehand that it would not be a problem. All of the courses were good, and a couple were outstanding. My favorite was the Steamed Black Cod. I was particularly impressed by the quality of the service. The wine pairings were described to us in great detail and all paired very well. We were given clean tableware for each course. In addition to the seven courses, there was actually two small tastings and an aperitif prior to starting the printed menu. If I had to say something negative, I'd say the tiny space could have been more cozy and less diner like. Overall, it was an excellent experience.

Great modern American restaurant with an impressive menu of tasty, well conceived and perfectly executed dishes. We have basically ordered all starters available and transformed that into a tapas experience - perfect choice and I can not wait to return to Portland. Needless to say, the wine list covers all Washington and Oregon wine areas to the perfection.

In addition to doing pastries and coffee/tea drinks, this place creates a substantial breakfast menu. Before even going, that made me hesitate. Those are two very different directions this upscale restaurant was trying to go in -- and I expected some trouble. And in fact, that's what I found. I ordered at the bar (more like a cafe), but there was no place to bus my dishes at the end (I brought them up to the bar, but the guy working there told me not to do that?!?) There's no table service, but the food the kitchen staff brings out sometimes warrants such attention. What happens if something is not right? You get up and find the kitchen staff in the back? Depending what you order, the three people working when I went (one out front, two in the back kitchen) would easily be overwhelmed. (The same sort of thing happens at Tabor Bread on weekends.) I took out my journal to write down some thoughts, while upper middle class families with kids ordered major meals and fussed, taking up a huge amount of space. The crowd that went was the least appealing aspect of my experience. I was hoping for a more interesting cross-section of people, but everyone acted and looked the same. I know ... I know ... Portland is changing, and I'm in denial. The toast concoction that I chose falls into the pastry category. It was innovative and tasted like nothing I had ever munched on before. The tea selection was interesting and also original. The food and drink were first rate, the atmosphere of the place clean and super white. The service ... well, I think they have too much to do to be anything than matter of fact. I want to give this place another try soon. I'm intrigued by the food ...

We sat outside for a Saturday morning brunch. Menu not extensive however everyone found something they enjoyed. Coffee was superb! Especially enjoyable were the sourdough pancakes with blueberry compote. Small neighborhood bistro.

I’ve read a glowing review of chef Katy Millard and made a Kate to try her place someday. I finally got the chance to visit for dinner and was blown away. The tasting menu matches any I’ve had worldwide for creativity and execution. The staff was engaging and wonderful. Beautiful space. And the cookies! I never get dessert anymore but the cookies are apparently famous so you gotta - man, I’m glad I did.

We discovered Coquine from the many reviews on various sites. We went on a weekday so we had no trouble getting a table. There's an adjacent parking lot, but also lots of street parking. (Note: table service starts at 11am) The regular coffee (Stumptown-so good!) was refillable. The fried egg sandwich with bacon was good, but nothing special for $10. The soft scrambled eggs with bacon and toast was just that-but not worth the $12. The ricotta toast with peaches was tasty and probably the best value for $7. We ordered the peach and almond Bostock, ($4) which we asked to be heated with butter. It was so good! We got three of their award-winning chocolate chip cookies to go-we haven't tried it yet, but we had to get it, right? Our total bill was $46.50. Coquine was a cute place with friendly employees, but for three people, we thought it was a bit pricey. Tip-just get the bostock and ricotta toast with coffee.

Small neighborhood bistro with plenty of on-street parking. We came in for lunch, ordered our food at the counter and were told we could sit anywhere we wanted. The place was not crowded at all; there were maybe three other customers and two of these were typing away on their laptops. We gladly sat at a table by the window. The food came out within a few minutes. The salad was very fresh and had interesting ingredients in it. My open-faced sandwich was very good. Overall, a nice place for a quiet lunch in SE Portland with friendly service, but I wish their portions were larger considering the high prices.

Coquine is our favorite restaurant in Portland. We have eaten dinner here numerous times and have never been dissappointed. The service is very welcoming and warm while they serve you food that is full of flavor and presented well. Thank you for a great experience.

Had confirmed reservation at 9:30pm for party of three. Arrived at 9:25pm and another party of 2 was seated right away at corner table and another table for 2 was empty. Male host said "your table is not ready so you can wait outside in your car and will be ready in ten minutes " As we were rushed outside, I was thinking he could have seated the party of 2 at empty table and seat us at corner table where 3 can sit... He finally calls my cell 30 minutes later. Why bother with reservations if table is not ready until 9:54 pm and yes , you can wait outside in pouring rain !

Lovely restaurant. The cucumber and squid appetizer was refreshing, tangy, and lip smackingly good. The lamb was lighter tasting than any lamb dish that I have ever had and yet incredibly satisfying.

I went here with my sister and niece last week for brunch. I had the Hash with pork and it was incredible. The fried egg was so amazingly crispy on the bottom. The pork was tender. The veggies were fresh and cooked perfectly. The restaurant is in a really neat location too, walking distance from Mount Tabor, and nestled in the middle of a cute residential neighborhood.

I can’t remember when I’ve had a more wonderful meal. Coquine deserves its reputation. Unique, delicious courses with delightful surprises throughout. Very attentive and gracious service. Cozy ambiance. My new favorite restaurant.

We stopped by for brunch, served daily from morning to early afternoon (brilliant!), on the way to the airport and boy was it worth the detour. Google maps had me turning in every direction to get to this corner bistro in a residential neighborhood just a couple of blocks from the Mt Tabor steps. I'd call it a hidden gem but everyone knows about Coquine already. It's tiny. Without the patio, it'd be tough to ever get a table, but this is the kind of place you don't really want to expand too much--- it'd likely lose some of its ample charm. The decor is simple and natural, with a counter for a quick pastry or cookie service and a kitchen not more than ten steps away. The menu is interesting, occupying a sweet spot (literally, for some items) between familiar and challenging. Everything we ordered was very good, with some items that were sublime, as in I'd order the exact same dish if I was to return tomorrow (and I wished I could!). There aren't many neighborhood bistros that could pull off yeasted barley waffles, raw oysters, roasted whole artichoke, a halibut stew and an open-faced tomato sandwich on one menu. We wanted to order one of everything but settled on only a few, including a levain toast with fresh ricotta and strawberrys--- one of the most beautiful platings I've seen, and delish too. The blueberry compote over the sourdough pancakes was perfect; whole blueberries naturally sweet, with little else to distract. Prices are very fair, from $4 to $18, and there is a three course special for $28. Everything is plated beautifully on Jono Pandolfi stoneware. Service is warm and friendly. I can' recommend Coquine enough--- it was one of the highlights of our foodie trip.

The restaurant was nestled into a Portland neighborhood, and at first, we thought we were lost...but, there it was, a little bistro at the end of a tree lined street with very few business buildings nearby. On New Year's eve there was only one choice, their 7 course prix fixe dinner. Each course was small (which was great, because usually, i can't make it past serving 3 or 4) as well as a delight. The main lamb course was succulent, tender and delicious. The pumpkin soup, as had been mentioned before, was wonderful. I wanted to lick the bowl! Thoroughly enjoyed the meal and would highly recommend.

I was staying in the Mount Tabor area and was thrilled to find this place was just a few blocks away. It was nice for morning coffee, at an umbrella'ed table on the sidewalk, or for perfect for a late brunch indoors, surrounded by muted colors and natural materials. The food was good, healthy, and thoughtfully prepared and presented. I had a hash with perfectly roasted potatoes, sautéed squash that retained its shape, pork belly, eggs, and greens. Yum! The food is served on pottery dishes which coordinate with the earth tones and copper of the decor, and the place is both laid-back and cutting edge at the same time.

I brought my partner there for his birthday dinner. We did the chef tasting and wine pairing. The service, menu and wine pairing was delightful and very tasty. We went out of our comfort zone and greatly enjoyed the experience.

My husband asked friends for a recommendation for a special place for my birthday dinner, and the tip to come here was a splendid one. We enjoyed the chef's selection (four courses that were really six) with the wine pairings. Every course was a delight: composed, pretty, artful, complex but not contrived. Special nod to chicken liver mousse (and I don't usually like liver), asparagus tempura, halibut crusted with seaweed and licorice (subtle and perfectly cooked), gorgeous beet salad, fantastic pork ragu, cheese plate desert, and a (soonto be famous) cookie. Crazy deliciousness. Perfectly served. Looking forward to coming back and exploring.

In a city of food maniacs, this new restaurant stands out as one of the top two or three for every aspect of its food and service. The chef has an exceptional background in Michelin-star restaurants in France, and it shows in every dish. The restaurant is fairly small and casual in appearance, but the food quality and preparation would be outstanding anywhere in the world. Attention to detail in preparation and presentation is perfect. The chef and staff are attentive and helpful, never obtrusive; the dining room is reasonably quiet and good for conversation, although a bit more sound deadening would be appreciated. Very, very good wine list. The menus are seasonal, with a nice number of appetizers and entrees, and but one or two deserts, but who cares about desert when the other courses are perfect? In all, its the quality food and service of a Michelin One-star in a casual neighborhood setting. Visitors to Portland should NOT miss this, one of the best of the best! While many food writers gush about the bad-boys slinging meat here, this is a welcome addition which brings perfection and excellence to Portland.

If you're looking for formality, white table cloths, and snooty waiters, you're going to have to look elsewhere. Coquine's food was exceptional. The flavors were perfect and the portions were big enough to fill me up but not too much. We managed to raid the dessert tray pretty thoroughly (and with no regrets...). Our waitress was right on her game and attentive, conversational, and friendly without hovering. Coquine is small so be sure to make a reservation, bring a good credit card (it's not cheap but it is worth every penny), and have a relaxed meal with no pressures or cares. This is the state of the art.

Far away from downtown, you'll need a car to visit. BUT it is worth it. Only 10 or so tables served by skilled and knowledgeable natives, this is one of PDX best spots for a quiet, delicious meal.

This has become our favorite weekend breakfast spot. Its hidden in a neighborhood on top of Mt. Tabor, is cozy, comfortable, casual and has a parking lot! The set up is bit different, you walk up to a counter to order and get your own silverware, water, napkin etc. But they bring your meal to your table so not completely self serve. The menu is fairly small. Our first try here was not that favorable, though delicious, we thought the potions small and expensive. But the table next to ours ordered the breakfast sandwich and once we saw it, we vowed to return and give it another try. Glad we did! They make their own perfect bread and all options are great! The sandwich with chilis is my favorite. But the bacon one is also wonderful. Never tried lunch or dinner but we want to because we LOVE these sandwiches!

Wow! What an absolute gem. This restaurant is a total winner. The food is delicious, the service superb, the ambience perfect. Everything you would need for a wonderful meal out.

A San Francisco couple was visiting us here in Portland. He had the chicken salad and two mimosas. She had the heritage tomatoes on toast. I had fresh peaches on toast and a negroni popsicle. Very expensive for the amount you get, hence the 4 stars. But the food quality was excellent. Located at the top of Belmont avenue in a quiet neighborhood. We were just driving by on a Sunday and popped in. Unique presentation, service is a little off, definitely worth a try for some 'portland' authenticity.

The roasted chicken serving 2 to 3 was hyped in several publications so we wanted to check this out. The chicken and side dishes were good but nothing great, and nothing that warranted a $55 charge. It could easily serve one person and if two people wanted to share, someone could go home hungry. The only way it would serve 3 is if someone was polite and had just a few bites. The trout was ridiculously small for $28, sitting on such a small side dish that you could barely see something under the trout. The Dungeness crab appetizer had a nice wasabi sauce and was served with beet. Very good but again, small size. Between the three of us, two left with unsatisfied appetites and resentful of the price paid. Seating in the facility is very limited and the high prices may be because they can't turn over enough tables to make a go. Honestly, I can't recommend this restaurant due to price and portions. There are many foodie places in Portland where you won't have to eat elsewhere afterwards...... Which is what we did.

This is a lovely cafe on SE Belmont in Portland. The coffee is strong and tasty. Best coffee in Portland. Breakfasts are delicious! Service good, a little slower than perfect but the quality makes up for any shortcoming to do with time. Cookies are scrumptious. Highly recommended for breakfast and lunch. Apparently one must book for dinner but not a problem at breakfast or lunch during the work week.

One element of fine dining for which Portland is in short supply is quit, intimate dining. With the exception of the traditional steakhouses, most Portland restaurants are noisy and far from intimate. they may offer cutting edge food but the atmosphere is not conducive to conversation and frequently not relaxing. Several highly acclaimed restaurants blare rock music from the kitchen. Coquine offers a relaxing intimate atmosphere and truly memorable food. At dinner the restaurant seats no more than 32 (including counter service), the lighting level is low, and the ambiance generally quiet. While the menu is limited the entrees are a masterfully prepared and vegetable pairings are excellent and rank at the top in a city that prides itself on vegetable-centric food. The wine list is broad and the sommelier incredibly knowledgeable and the servers highly professional. The restaurant merits its award as Restaurant of the Year for 2017 from the Oregonian newspaper.

Amazing food, quaint and inviting location, and overall one of our best dinners while traveling ever! We had the special Valentine's Day menu and it did not disappoint!

We went here with a neighborhood resident. I had the fried egg sandwich. It was good but would have been better with more egg and was a little dry. I sampled the potato salad off the plate of our guest. It as excellent! It seems like a nice place to relax. We enjoyed sitting outside on this quiet street near Mt Tabor. Our guest in addition to recommending lunch spoke highly of dinner. I would be game for that. We need more neighborhood restaurants like this.

Overall wonderful experience with regard to the food and service. Three stars only because a 20% gratuity was added to my bill without telling me. I tend not to look over the receipt in detail and came very close to missing this. I almost added 20% to the $200 bill (that already included a 20% gratuity). This felt very dishonest to me. I expect more from a restaurant like Coquine.

So many good quality a delicious plates to choose from here. I had the Sweet Corn and Cheddar Fritters and my wife had the Organic Chicken. Make sure you stick around and order the Chocolate Chip Cookies.

I had out of town guests and I wanted to spoil them. No better place than Coquine. We had the Chef's menu with a wine suggested by the sommelier. It was all perfect. Every bite a surprise. The service is attentive and you are treated like an appreciated guest. The place is unpretentious and welcoming. No snobby waiters with phony French accents here, just knowledgeable, well trained staff and exquisite food. Make a reservation. This is not cheap food but it is worth it.

We enjoyed the 4 Course tasting menu ($58) with optional wine pairing ($40) at this intimate neighborhood restaurant and left satisfied on every level. Coquine is a small, spare restaurant, that I'm putting in my top 3 in Portland for service, quality, and value --despite what looks like a high priced menu. The prix fixe dinner we opted for included a few extra "snacks", including a beautifully prepared fresh shucked oyster and a tiny, yet incredibly savory beignet-like puff pastry that melted in our mouths. They also let us take a few extra dessert trifles to sample in addition to our excellent dessert course. Unlike many, considerably more expensive prix fixe dinners I've had, not a single course or wine was average. Everything was prepared and served to perfection by a wine steward who described each pairing in pure and accurate poetry. But he was not alone. Service at this casual establishment is exceptional at every level. Since their menu changes regularly I won't detail the salad, rack of lamb, etc., we enjoyed, or the excellent small producer wines we sampled. What I will say is we left sated, raving about the quality of the dining experience, and in love with this remarkable little restaurant. One note about the complaint some reviewers have about the distance between tables: While it's true tables are close together, the sound quality in this small space is excellent (I'm 60+ and partially deaf, but had no problem hearing my sweetheart or servers when the restaurant was full). Plus we liked seeing what other diners ordered. Maybe growing up in NYC and DC, and dining at many impossibly small, but excellent restaurants, makes the distance between tables a non-issue for us. We still enjoyed a romantic dinner, robust conversation, and had a great time. I hope you will too!

Firstly, plan ahead if you want to snag a table at this Mount Tabor area restaurant. It will be worth it! Passion and knowledge combine to create unusual, innovative, fresh dishes that rely on local produce and some unusual ingredients like bee pollen and coriander flower. We were amazed at the wide ranging wine list and enjoyed the colorful descriptions of the wines on the palate. The service was friendly and efficient and the room is small and intimate.

This is the "restaurant of The Year" in Portland. My wife and I have been here four times.Each trip has been a wonderful experience. The place is small but well appointed and comfortable...and street parking is adequate. It is located very close to Mt.Tabor park. The sevice is friendly and well informed. The chef is very talented and has a cretive use of fresh ingriendients. We had fried green tomatoes. tempura squash and chiken pate with jam as appetizers and lamb loin and a carrot dish as shared entrees with a Bergstrom Sigrid Chardonay....all were terrific.