Ovation Bistro & Bar

First time stopping in since the change. Everything we had was so delicious. The ordering can be a little tricky because we had an appetizer there and the rest was to go and its all online. The owner is always great. We love him. So welcoming.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 3

OMG so good!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Very different and tasty food. A real treat

Really like the staff and concept but left hungry. And I weigh just a couple of pounds above the underweight limit. My single arepa was way hard with no density. Toppings were not enough and a tablespoon scoop of potato salad to fill up my stomach. Pricey for the amount of food. Maybe my order was a mishap based on other reviews but can’t justify the price for the quality/portion to try again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Can't recommend this place enough!! The empanadas are perfect. The Arepa bowl is everything you could ask for. The pabellon is to die for and the owner is treat! I wish I took pictures but I was too busy stuffing my face! The sugar cane and lemon drink with rum also highly recommended!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Currently, this is my favorite place to eat.

The food is AMAZING AND SO ARE THE DRINKS...!!!

If you are looking to spoil yourself, then you really need to go here to do so.

The place is so amazing, my wife and I came back there twice in the same day.

We definitely will be returning again.

Vegetarian options: The cornmeal is today for and you'd be really missing out if you didn't try something the pulled beef or shredded beef is juicy tender and amazing

Dietary restrictions: What are the patrons at the restaurant was saying how everything that she ordered was gluten free

Parking: Please don't miss out on this restaurant and please help this small business grow because it is one of the best in the area

Kid-friendliness: Our granddaughter initially didn't want to eat here but as soon as she took a bite of the empanada and she jumped off the big table to the little table where we were sitting and destroyed empanadas.

Wheelchair accessibility: There is wheelchair accessibility

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Burger, Sandwiche

Avoid. Under seasoned.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 4

Great overall experience easy to order menu and food that tastes like homemade food growing up! I had the soup which was great on a cold day. I can’t think of one bad thing on the menu. There was only one person working that day but the food actually came out pretty fast so no complaints.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Definitely a new favorite spot in Milwaukie!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I've had brunch here a few times on the weekend which is always exquisite! Today i had lunch for the first time and OMG! It was so good!! I had the Vegan bowl. I love the outside tables and all the plants. It's a beautiful atmosphere and the service is the BEST! Love it!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Wonderful lunch! The waiter was delightful. Highly recommend

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Delicious and approachable flavors, exquisitely crafted dishes!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The best service I have had at a restaurant! I’d visit again!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Great, unique menu. Wonderful flavors! Nearly everything is gluten free and celiac-safe. Dedicated fryer so no cross-contamination. Thank you Ovation !!!

Vegetarian options: Several vegetarian AND VEGAN options

Dietary restrictions: Celiac-safe

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This place was wonderful! The food was fresh and bursting with flavor (I really liked the coleslaw), and the folks working there were so friendly and warm. We both got arepas bowls and there were the perfect amount of food for lunch, especially because we were in the middle of a 20-mile bike ride. Ovation is definitely a place everyone should visit while exploring the beautiful town of Milwaukie!

Vegetarian options: Vegan and vegetarian arepas.

Dietary restrictions: Dairy-free, and vegetarian options.

Kid-friendliness: bright colors, and menu options for small appetites.

Wheelchair accessibility: Entrance with ramp.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5