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3 Doors Down Cafe and Lounge, Portland, OR

3 Doors Down Cafe and Lounge

4.5
4.5
1820 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
"Inclusive from the moment you grace the doorway, 3 Doors Down Cafe and Lounge has a keen acumen for speeding up your wind down, flipping the switch from maddening day to welcoming respite. A playful, thoughtful, and engaging dining experience begins with the dynamic wine list (including barrel to bar wines by the glass), flowing effortlessly to the inventive starters, big bowls of pasta and shellfish, perfectly grilled fish and meats. 3 Doors Down Cafe and Lounge offers a doff of the hat to Mother Italy and a harmonious affair with locally procured Pacific Northwest cuisine. Come in, sit down, and eat!"

Reservations are for dining only.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary American, Regional American (Northwest)
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (503) 236-6886
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Zach Beach
  • Area
    SE Portland
  • Cross Street
    SE 37th Avenue at Hawthorne
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Tri-Met Bus Route #14,<br />Bicycle Oasis at SE Hawthorne and 36th,<br />10 minute cab ride from Portland city center
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,820 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Portland / Oregon

    Italian

  • Portland

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
3 Doors Down Cafe and Lounge is a beloved Portland gem known for its "delicious food" and "amazing service." Guests rave about the "friendly staff" and "warm inviting atmosphere." The menu features standout dishes like the classic Vodka Pasta and inventive specials. Despite a few hiccups, it's a "fabulous place to eat."

1,820 Reviews
  1. Jamie

    San Francisco

    128 reviews

    1.0

    128 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    The restaurant was closed! Thus, after several wonderful visits over years, is there an end to this era?

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  2. Jan

    Portland

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    This restaurant closed and failed to let us know. We have gone there for YEARS and have always enjoyed ourselves. We had invited friends and were all dressed up for a fun evening and we had to find another place to go on a Friday night. TERRIBLY disappointing!!

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  3. Martha

    Portland

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 October 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    After confirming reservation, we arrived snd the restaurant was closed. What’s up with that. Will not come back.

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  4. John

    Portland

    7 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 18 October 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Not opened! All indications they have closed. 5:30 reservations, lights out, no closure note.

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  5. Sherry

    Portland

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 7 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our party was 4 strong and all loved the presentation and our food All left happy!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best Italian restaurant! Been going here for years!!! Outstanding!!!

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  7. Nancy

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite local restaurant. Warm inviting atmosphere, wonderful art, friendly staff and delicious food! We also love their pasta nights special deal - you can’t find a better value anywhere! And they have Manhattans on tap and really great salads and starters that are all good to share.

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  8. Sue

    Portland

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 4 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    From the moment we arrived for dinner to the time we left we felt very well cared for. The welcome, the dinner choices and the food, ohmygosh the food! It is amazing, well-prepared and some of the best in the city. One can never go wrong at Three Doors Down. Sit inside or out in their sweet street area, all are comfy and wonderful. One of our very, very favorites for years.

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  9. Connie

    San Francisco

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on 29 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an incredible dinner last night. Radicchio salad & Pork were amazing. All served by the best bartender in PDX, Matt!

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  10. Karen

    Portland

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on 29 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always consistent with delicious food & great service

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FAQs

3 Doors Down Cafe and Lounge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (503) 236-6886.

3 Doors Down Cafe and Lounge is rated 4.5 stars by 1820 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today

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Google Map for 3 Doors Down Cafe and Lounge

1429 SE 37th, Portland, OR 97214

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    SE 37th Avenue at Hawthorne
  • Area
    SE Portland
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary American, Regional American (Northwest)
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Tri-Met Bus Route #14,Bicycle Oasis at SE Hawthorne and 36th,10 minute cab ride from Portland city center
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Zach Beach
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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