The Joel Palmer House

4.7

2018 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary American

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2 people

27 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 4 times today

Charming
Romantic
Great for fine wines

Mushrooms are the heart of what we do at the Joel Palmer House. We have always endeavored to obtain seasonal and local ingredients and we use many locally produced greens, herbs, and vegetables, some of which come from our own culinary garden. We are frequently inspired by ingredients found in the cuisines of France, China, Thailand, Poland and India, so we call our cooking "freestyle." Our dishes pair well the celebrated wines of Oregon, especially Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay. Our extensive, Oregon-focused wine list has been awarded the Best of Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator. Of special note, The Joel Palmer House ranks as one of Oregon's finest historic homes and is on the National Register of Historic Places and the Oregon Historic Register. Built in 1857, the house is Dayton's oldest standing structure. When weather permits, guests can enjoy their dinner on our outdoor patio, soaking in the last rays of sunshine in the heart of Oregon Wine Country.

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Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Regional American (Northwest)
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 16:30–20:30
Phone number
(503) 864-2995
Website
http://www.joelpalmerhouse.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Christopher Czarnecki
Private party facilities
The facility is perfect for special events such as birthdays or rehearsal dinners as well as business meetings. Multiple fixed menu options from which to choose.

Location
600 Ferry St, Dayton, OR 97114
Area
Dayton
Cross Street
6th
Parking details
Private Parking Lot and Street Parking available <br />2 Electric Vehicle charging stations free for use in our parking lot
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,018 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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Portland / Oregon
Great for fine wines
Portland / Oregon
Romantic
Portland / Oregon
Contemporary American
Willamette Valley
Most Booked

Review summary

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The Joel Palmer House delivers an exquisite fine dining experience, celebrated for its "imaginative presentations" and "outstanding food." Renowned for its mushroom-influenced menu and exceptional Oregon Pinot Noir selection, the restaurant offers a memorable ambiance and "attentive service." Ideal for special occasions, it's a must-visit in Oregon's wine country.

2,018 Reviews

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Troy
Portland1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Joel Palmer House absolutely deserves to be the first Michelin restaurant food in Oregon without question. I’ve never spent so much on a dinner and felt it was worth every penny.
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OpenTable Diner
Portland3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Milestone birthday dinner. Did not disapoint!! We have been coming to JPH for birthday, anniversary and just because since 2007. It is fine dining and high art combined on 10 plates. As wonderful as the food is, the imaginative presentations really raise the bar on what a true fine dining experience should be. When you go, be prepared for a three hour experience with the Omakase menu. Not to mention a mid three figures for two with wine and really great cocktails. But then, life is too short and unpredictable to not treat yourself!!!!
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
A unique setting causing me to imagine attending a dinner hosted by a Prime Minister/Head of State! Tastings and presentation were that memorable. A staff member met us out in the parking lot holding an umbrella to shield us from a downpour, warmly escorting us into an ambience suggestive of a country estate. If one is proposing marriage and looking for the “perfect setting” consider this one.
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GREG
Las Vegas1 review
3.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been going to Joes since the mid 1980's when they were in reading, PA. As always the food is excellent, and the service is way beyond great, and the JPH Cuvee selection was fantastic! We had the 10+ course Oregon Omakase dinner and while ALL courses were excellent, it was just way too much food. I hope that this experiment in offering a very limited menu (Beef Stro', Omakase and the "Tete de Cuvee) is short lived and the regular menu selections return
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Todd VIP
Portland16 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
JPH continues to be our favorite restaurant anywhere... They are thoughtful at every level. Food, Service, and Spirits are fantastic!
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R
Portland2 reviews
1.0
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
No one was expecting having to pay exorbitant amount for an unknown menu. I was not informed that this would be the first day of a totally new price/menu . I miss the prior menu options! All in the dinner party, enjoyed a few of the servings, but overall everyone very disappointed. Cold restaurant, temperature. The service, weight staff remain exemplary
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Deborah VIP
Seattle17 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful and inventive cuisine. The staff was attentive and kind. We are planning our next visit.
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ALAN
Portland2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If you want to experience over the top dining, this is THE place!
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Patricia
Portland14 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, outstanding desserts. Kudos to the pastry chef. Quite the experience.
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William
Portland3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience from start to finish! Go for the omakase menu and be sure to have one of the sommeliers choose one of their fantastic wines to pair with everything.
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The Joel Palmer House is rated 4.7 stars by 2018 OpenTable diners.

The Joel Palmer House does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people

27 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 4 times today

600 Ferry St, Dayton, OR 97114

Additional information

Cross Street
6th
Area
Dayton
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 16:30–20:30
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Regional American (Northwest)
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Parking Lot and Street Parking available <br />2 Electric Vehicle charging stations free for use in our parking lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Christopher Czarnecki
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.joelpalmerhouse.com/
Phone number
(503) 864-2995
Private party facilities
The facility is perfect for special events such as birthdays or rehearsal dinners as well as business meetings. Multiple fixed menu options from which to choose.

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The Joel Palmer House

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