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Alpenrausch, Portland, OR

Alpenrausch

4.5
4.5
186 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary European
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Alpenrausch

4.5
$31 to $50
Contemporary European
SE Portland

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Named one of 20 Best New Restaurants in America for 2024 By Bon Appetit!

In a distant European city, Fabian and Miriam vanished into the Alps, trading their city lives for mountain solitude. Once busy young professionals, their days were consumed by demanding careers, their rare weekends cherished for dining out and dancing, occasionally venturing into the mountains.

But destiny intervened when Miriam inherited her grandfather's Alpine hut, nestled amidst the rustic charms of the mountains. They cut ties with the city, forsaking it for good. Days were spent farming, foraging, crafting cheese, and making wine. Nights brought cooking, baking, wine-drinking, and stargazing.

Friends from the city visited, but Fabian and Miriam never looked back. They were drawn deeper into the mountains, caught in the Alpenrausch's dual meaning—the exhilaration of mountain air and the intoxication of good company, fine wine, and schnapps.

Come experience Alpenrausch!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, Swiss, Fondue
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:30–17:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (503) 384-2259
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Mike Stone
  • Catering
    Catering available; if interested please contact us: info@alpenrauschpdx.com
  • Private party facilities
    We have many options for hosting your event; from private buyouts to cocktail hour to family style dinner. We'd love to have you for any occasion!If interested please contact us: info@alpenrauschpdx.com
  • Area
    SE Portland
  • Cross Street
    SE 34th & Division
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    FX2-Division<br />9-Powell Blvd<br />14-Hawthorne/Foster<br />15-Belmont/NW 23rd<br />75-Cesar Chavez/Lombard
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Tour Des Alpes Chefs Tasting Menu

    US$65.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Let us guide you through what we think is the most magical way to explore the delights of Alpine cuisine. For parties both large and small we will curate the perfect family style tasting tour of our menu so you can explore a wide swath of our offerings while still being able to request the items you are most excited to taste. This is the ultimate Alpine dining experience and we think, the best way to experience our menu. If your group has restrictive food allergies or preferences we suggest you contact us in advance to ensure we can accommodate all members of your party.
    Tour Des Alpes Chefs Tasting Menu photo
  • Christmas Eve Chef's Menu

    US$65.00 per person

    Prepaid

    24 Dec 2024 only
    Enjoy a special festive Alpine holiday feast curated by chef Mike Stone 1st course: Rosti with crème fraiche bavarois, wild mushrooms, oregon truffle 2nd course: Entrecote, Creamed spinach, Pommes Aligot, café di paris butter 3rd course: Hot chocolate and honey panna cotta Full table participation is required, we suggest reserving in advance to ensure menu availability. Fondue and other menu items will be available as an add on when you arrive. If you are looking to dine a la carte, you may make a regular reservation and order from our nightly dinner menu.
    Christmas Eve Chef's Menu photo
  • A Very Alpine New Years Eve

    US$85.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Ring in the New Year with Alpine Luxury with our chef's tasting menu. 1st Course: Beet salad, smoked trout, crème fraiche bavarois, trout roe OR Cream of pumpkin soup with oregon truffle 2nd Course: Fondue Service 3rd Course: Gamse Kuchen | Venison loin, puff pastry, winter squash, Banyuls Jus, OR Smoked cabbage and beet tagliatelle OR Quail, tarte au chou, sauce supreme, creamed spinach Dessert: Traditional apple strudel OR Hot chocolate, herbed marshmallow Full table participation required, additional items from our regular menu may be added. To ensure availability of this menu please book in advance. If you prefer an a la carte dining experience please make a regular reservation.
    A Very Alpine New Years Eve photo

What 186 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alpenrausch offers a cozy alpine ambiance with "super superb" service and inventive Swiss-inspired cuisine. Diners rave about the fondue, a standout, and the delicious pretzels and schnitzel. The outdoor patio is a hit for summer evenings, while the restaurant's wine selection and charming atmosphere make it perfect for a date night.

186 Reviews
  1. Stephanie

    Portland

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We thoroughly enjoyed our experience! We ordered cocktails and then tried out the tasting menu, which did not disappoint. Our server recommended a lovely young red wine. Everything was great!
    AlpenrauschResponded today
    Thanks Stephanie! So glad you enjoyed yourselves :) See you soon

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  2. Brenda

    Portland

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The hostess wanted to seat us at a small table against a wall (so you would not be able to use one of your arms to eat...for me my dominant right arm,) Our reservation was early and there were plenty of other tables open. We had to push to be seated at another table which made for an unfortunate first impression. All other aspects of the service/dinner were really good. We had the fondue for two and it was ample and tasty. The mixed greens salad was very simple (nothing but lettuce) with a good vinaigrette. We would return to try other menu items. The ambiance is very cozy. There are a few parking spots in the small lot; we were lucky to snag one as parking along Division (which has become a Restaurant Row) can be challenging.

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  3. amy

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was inattentive and not very friendly or helpful. Too expensive for the overall value of the food and experience.

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  4. Cinzia

    Portland

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    While the ambiance and the service were top notch, the food was very disappointing. I was looking forward to the pizzoccheri, but I couldn't finish them. The buckwheat pasta was hard and undercooked, also difficult to manage because it was in the shape of pappardelle instead of the classic short, flat shape. The cabbage was not cooked (it is usually cooked with the pasta) which resulted in hard pieces of it stuck in the cheese that did not melt well to create the customary creamy quality of this dish. The canederli lacked the broth that makes them soft, so they were very hard and didn't have much flavor. Drinks were good. I take an issue with the extra charge for health fees and the already applied 20% gratuity to our party of 5. I won't go back.
    AlpenrauschResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback, we appreciate it. We're sorry that your experience didn’t quite match your expectations. I’ll pass your feedback on to the chef.

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  5. Cathy

    Portland

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious! Ambience really cozy, service was awesome and had a great experience! Definitely will go back!!!
    AlpenrauschResponded 3 days ago
    We are so glad you enjoyed your visit! See you soon :)

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  6. Tori

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Agh, the Tirol, food made with familiar ingredients combined as the Swiss do from intoxicating mountain peaks. As I have Swiss ancestry I can say the food is frank, and precise even the food comes in peace indeed the coziness of knowing what is simple, say pickled celery. The air might be thin at the mountain top yet here it is sturdy like a mountaineer’s cane with a finish as bright as pears and smoky fish with your own milk pot bubbling with cheese. It’s calming it’s fun it’s a night out full cheer. I’ll budiono that.
    AlpenrauschResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks so much Tori, hope to see you again soon!

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  7. Eli-zabeth

    Portland

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The outdoor tables are like a downgraded version of the inside tables. The door slams every time someone comes in or out and they really need to cover the main entrance to keep heat in. Felt like we were forgotten a couple of times and straight up for the price - it’s not the same restaurant as the indoor version.

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  8. Beth

    Portland

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was excellent. Limited menu and very loud. Unable to converse well with the friends on the other side of the table (Party of 4)
    AlpenrauschResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback, we appreciate it. Hope to see you again soon!

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  9. John

    Portland

    20 reviews

    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was good and the fondue was pretty good, was hoping for a larger portion since the menu said it would feed 2-3 people barely fed two.
    AlpenrauschResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback, we appreciate it. Hope to see you again soon!

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  10. Mitch

    Seattle

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a very cute interior, but portions were small and service was pretty bad. Slow and inattentive. Good flavor on what we had, but it just isn't worth the price. Also not a good sign they misspelled Spätzle, a signature dish, several times on their menu.
    AlpenrauschResponded on 18 November 2024
    Thank you for your feedback, we truly appreciate it. I’ll pass your feedback on. We hope that you'll give us another shot so that we can deliver a better experience next time!

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FAQs

Alpenrausch offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (503) 384-2259.

Alpenrausch is rated 4.5 stars by 186 OpenTable diners.

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

A photo of Alpenrausch restaurant

Alpenrausch

4.5
$31 to $50
Contemporary European
SE Portland

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Alpenrausch

3384 SE Division St, Portland, OR 97202-1468

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    SE 34th & Division
  • Area
    SE Portland
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:30–17:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, Swiss, Fondue
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    FX2-Division9-Powell Blvd14-Hawthorne/Foster15-Belmont/NW 23rd75-Cesar Chavez/Lombard
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Mike Stone
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (503) 384-2259
  • Catering
    Catering available; if interested please contact us: info@alpenrauschpdx.com
  • Private party facilities
    We have many options for hosting your event; from private buyouts to cocktail hour to family style dinner. We'd love to have you for any occasion!If interested please contact us: info@alpenrauschpdx.com
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