Wilfs Restaurant & Jazz Bar

Name: Wilfs Restaurant & Jazz Bar
Address: 800 NW 6th Ave at Union Station, Portland, OR, United States, 97209
Telephone: (503) 223-0070
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1236 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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2 people

21 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for live music
Good for special occasions
Charming

Voted one of the top dining destinations for 20234by OpenTable!

Welcome to Wilfs...
Located at Union Station, at the foot of the Broadway Bridge. Cozy red wing back chairs provide guests with an intimate escape from the world, 'Mad Men' atmosphere best describes the lounge and it's modern menu of classic house made cocktails, while listening to the best jazz, performed up-close and personal.
Our expert staff and Chef A.G. prepare local and regional dishes with a modern twist. Tableside preparation of our award winning Caesar salad, Steak Diane or fresh local seafood, pasta and local micro brews and house shaken libations.
Catering and event planning for graduations, rehearsal dinners, weddings, holiday and more.
We accept Visa. Mastercard, American Express, cash. 24 hour security on premises. Easy street parking.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Fish, Vegetarian / Vegan
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed 17:00–21:00 Thu 17:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
Phone number
(503) 223-0070
Website
http://www.wilfsrestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
A.G. Rocha
Catering
Parties for 2 to 2,000! Gatherings mark some of life's most important and intimate moments. Wilfs starts with the basics. We ask our clients to provide several key words to describe the atmosphere they want to create and then Wilfs works toward expressing their vision. Wilfs uses only the freshest ingredients from our Northwest area. Sustainable.
Private party facilities
Wilfs is the perfect venue for all your dining events from 5-1500. Private dining space, main dining room or the entire restaurant for 160, roof top location or lobby of Union Station for 1500.

Location
800 NW 6th Ave at Union Station, Portland, OR 97209
Area
Pearl District
Cross Street
NW Irving
Parking details
Wilfs has a limited number of RESERVED stalls in the lot across the street from Union Station, marked "Wilfs Reserved." All other stalls are 'pay to park'. Additional STREET parking available, free after 7pm.
Public transit
Wilfs is located on the Max light rail line, our stop is designated "Union Station" on NW 5th & 6th Avenues. For Rose Quarter events: dine with us before the event, pick up the light rail on NW 6th, you're just 3 minutes from the Moda Center the first stop. Quick and easy. (Yellow & Green line)
Entertainment
Jazz notes from the piano drift through the dining room as the gracious waitstaff care for our guests. Wilfs has the proud reputation as one the best spots to hear Portland's jazz artists perform, and if you are lucky, national artists may "sit-in" or be relaxing to the music, just like you! Entertainment is Wednesday through Saturday. Check our website for our current entertainment calendar. www.wilfsrestaurant.com
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Our midweek hustle! 3-course dinner for $40
US$40.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Every THURSDAY enjoy our midweek break from the hustle! 3-course menu for $40 per person. Full dinner menu also available at regular pricing. Served every THURSDAY from 5-7pm only. You CHOOSE from a spring salad or our famous French onion soup. ENTREE of salmon cakes, sirloin steak, cioppino, mix grill plate or our vegan chic pea cakes. YOU pick. DESSERT is our citrus creme brulee. Jazz MUSIC from 6:30-8:30pm. Not valid with other promotions, no splits.

Popular dishes

Entrée Caesar Salad US$18.00
Entrée Caesar Salad Romaine, parmesan cheese, Caesar dressing Add Oregon Bay shrimp 7. Chicken breast 6.
Wilfs Salad RomaineUS$20.00
Romaine, Dungeness crabmeat, bay shrimp, parmesan cheese, croutons, Wilfs creamy dressing 20. Entrée 39.
Veggie Burger US$18.75
Veggie Burger Patty of black beans, peppers and more, served on potato bun, caramelized onions, tomato, pickle, mayo, lettuce, fries
Wilfs Burger The Best! US$20.00
The Best! 8oz. patty, grilled, served on pub bun with lettuce, mayo, tomato, pickle, crunchy fries
Steak Bite Saute’ US$20.75
Sauteed in butter, demi-glace, wine, topped with crispy leeks, crumbled bleu, garlic bread 20.75
Louisiana Fried Oysters US$20.75
Six breaded in our house Cajun spices, Olympic dill sauce
Coconut Prawns US$20.75
Five tiger prawns lightly breaded in coconut, drizzled with hot honey
Cockerel Pasta US$29.00
Breast of chicken, prosciutto, asparagus, tossed with a brie sauce, topped with tomatillo
Chick Pea Cakes US$20.00
Vegan, but you won’t know it! Parsley, honey mustard, lemon, seasoning, cooked to a golden brown
Mixed Grill Plate US$22.00
Our house BBQ sauce on a boneless baby back rib, chicken apple sausage, two blackened tiger prawns, presented with a pepper jelly and Olympic sauce

What 1,236 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Wilfs Restaurant & Jazz Bar offers an enchanting dining experience with "impeccable service," live jazz that sets the perfect ambiance, and "delicious food." Known for its "great atmosphere" and "attention to detail," Wilfs is a cherished local gem. The venue excels in hosting special occasions with a touch of "old-school elegance."

1,236 Reviews

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Cindy
VIP
Portland
61 reviews
1.0
61 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
I really wanted to love this restaurant but waitress had no clue how to open champagne at all Ordered steak it was fatty icky . Ordered a meal to go handed to us in a Fred Meyer bag just plain classless . You only take reservations with a credit card and place hold on 59 dollars then bug me at least 2 times a day confirm etc Are you having a hard time making ends meet ? What did we get # 1 a crappy meal #2 bad jazz #3 more customers that will never return Good for you that spells continued success
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Chris
VIP
Portland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful jazz music and meal! Fabulous ambience. Will return!
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Janet
Portland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time patrons. Went to hear the band “Conversation “ perform . The pianist Louis is excellent his mood and enthusiasm set the tone for the band. The vocalist is top notch, the drummer and guitarist all blend well together. Professional musicians of this caliber are hard to find. The Venue: “The British are Coming “Nice blend of jazz and rock”. Our waitress ,Risa,is excellent. Perfect timing in bringing our food. Attentive but not intrusive. Her smile and and her desire to please is exceptional. Although we did not order from the bar, the bar tender was fun and friendly, the extra bonus of hearing him sing added to the night! The ambience is perfect. The Soft lighting setting the mood for a pleasant evening. The rack of lamb and prime rib were excellent. The cream brûlée rates 5 stars. I have traveled extensively through out Europe: your Cream Brûlée IS the best!! 5 stars to the chef and management. We will return.! J.Sumptet
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jeannie
Portland
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Don't let appearances deceive. Right next to train station and we were asked for handouts from an unhomed gentleman on our way in. But inside is plush and wait staff makes you feel special. Dinner divine with a price tag to match. However the $40 Thursday special is a good deal. Live jazz was a fun addition.
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Leonard
Portland
45 reviews
5.0
45 reviews
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love to come to Wilf's. The jazz is always great as are the food and the service. It's a relaxed atmosphere - never any pressure to hurray through the meal, or afterwards, so they can get another party seated. It's just a lot of fun.
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Linda
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely dinner just the two of us in their special red chairs. The jazz band was a nice treat, and the service was fine. Yummy salmon for me!
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Paul
Portland
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on 11 January 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
The steak was excellent, very expensive but beautifully cooked. Booked the restaurant specifically for the band that was on, only to find on arrival that they had apparently cancelled that day.
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Rodney
Portland
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 29 December 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
The Stafd was Horrible and Lackadaisical. It took forever to get the hostess to come to the front to ask us about our reservation. I hd to go to the Kitchen to get assistance. The waiter was slow to come to our table. I asked for extra sauce for my food. He didn't even remember to get it after ten minutes of waiting. He was very nonchalant and had a very repulsive attitude. The Manager was very intolerable. They seemed very Racist and Judgemental of Black People dining in their restaurant. I wouldn't go back here. I also suggest that other minority people don't patronize this establishment. The food was over priced and bland. It seemed like it came from a box and not from scratch. As a chef myself I pride myself on my quality of my dishes and plating. I'd suggest going to Portland Bar and Grill for a better Quality time and Experience.
Wilfs Restaurant & Jazz BarResponded on 12 January 2025
We appreciate you stopping by the other day to pay the balance due on your bill and also adding a gratuity to your waiter person from 12/28/2024.
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Kelley
VIP
Minneapolis
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on 29 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Celebrated my birthday, great place for special occasions, jazz was wonderful and not too loud to overtake conversation. Steak Diane was one of the best I have had and even though we arrived early and they had large party in the side rooms they were accommodating and service was spot on.
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John
Portland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place never disappoints… great ambience, music and people. The staff was excellent and the owner’s truly care about their customers. Highly recommend 👍
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FAQs

Wilfs Restaurant & Jazz Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (503) 223-0070.

Wilfs Restaurant & Jazz Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 1236 OpenTable diners.