High end, locally sourced dining. Wonderful service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Niamh Cahill
An oldie but a goodie! Higgins never disappoints.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Caroline K
Went for a date night. Our server, Dan, was very knowledgeable and perfectly recommended wine to go with our starter (mussels) and our entrees (lamb and salmon). I did not get the busser's name, but we always had full water glasses, and dishes were removed when done and not a moment before. The food was prepared well, and the portions were hearty. Dessert was a dream. I requested a B52 coffee, which outside of Seattle I have found bartenders balk at making. I specified the ingredients to Dan, and whatever he told the bartender, it was one of the best coffee drinks I have had. Thanks to all.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Matthew Sircy
I have been to this establishment many times in the past, and I have always had a good experience. This time I ordered the special, which was a 24 oz ribeye, which the waiter said was $115. When this was served this to me, it was like warm at best. It was very cold for what I am used to a steak being delivered. I was with 3 other patrons which also ordered different food, which I understand can be hard to bring out the meal at the .right temperate. At no time was I ever asked how my steak was, and if I was asked, I would have asked for it to be brought back and heated up.Ah the end of the meal, I let the server know that my steak was cold, which she discarded and then brought the bill showing that the steak was actually $145 vs the $115 she originally mentioned. I paid the bill and was very disappointed in both my service and my bill. The steak was tasty but was served cold, and for a $145 steak, I was highly disappointed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 1
Michelle Hinds
Loved it! Fantastic food, great drinks. Killer service. Coat check, very classy ambience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Harry
Great food great service. I have been going there for years and it's always a great dinner and experience .
Corey
As always, dinner at Higgins was fantastic from start to finish; friendly, warm and casual service, comfortable and charming dining environment and every dish was fantastic.
Glen
Higgins is still one of the best restaurants in Portland. Cassoulet and Duck preparations were the best we've had. Service was top-notch.
Shannon
This was my first time here and although the restaurant is cute, and the service solid, we thought the food was just good vs outstanding (particularly for the price). My favorite thing was probably the salad and it was better than most restaurants. The oysters were good but not amazing, the short rib special was ok. My friends pasta was probably my favorite of the entres (but I didn't taste my other friends duck dish). I will say I thought both deserts (the chocolate and the cake) were very good.
As Higgins got a nice write-up in Portland Weekly, we wanted to try it for my birthday. So disappointed! My petrol sole on couscous with charred cauliflower and radicchio was dry and bland with little seasoning and the dish was lacking in sauce. I had a dribble of something on the bottom but not enough to counter the dry fish and add flavor. The Brussel sprouts were also disappointing---bland, no great or flavorful seasoning and no sauce like a balsamic or honey glaze or something to give it some pizazz. Husband had the crab cakes which were OK but not great. At Higgins prices we expected to have our socks knocked off and we were not. Won't be spending the money to go back even for a special occasion.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Ann
Higgins has been one of our favorite restaurants in Portland for a very long time. The food is extraordinarily delicious and the service is always great. The ambiance of the restaurant feels gracious, cozy and inviting.
Bruce
Met son for lunch. Very nice experience. Son had cassoulet with broccoli appetizer. He loved it. I had the open faced pastrami sandwich. I'd recommend it highly. The highlight was a mussel appetizer we shared. The broth alone was a hit along with plenty of rustic bread for dipping. The mussels were just the right size and very tender. Higgins never disappoints. (Great service as well).
Mac
A Portland classic of fine dining. A seasonal menu with daily specials that can make selecting daunting, but just listen to the wait staff. It's all good, but they will guide you to the best of the best. The staff are the superb. There's a great wine list and a fine bar for the house special cocktails. In almost 30 years, we've never been disappointed in Higgins, so we keep going back.
Lynette
Causally chic dining at its finest. What i love about Higgins is that although everyone in the restaurant receives the same stellar service, I'm made to feel special and like a star in my personal world.
Very nice. Waitress was fantastic!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
High end, locally sourced dining. Wonderful service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
An oldie but a goodie! Higgins never disappoints.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Went for a date night. Our server, Dan, was very knowledgeable and perfectly recommended wine to go with our starter (mussels) and our entrees (lamb and salmon).
I did not get the busser's name, but we always had full water glasses, and dishes were removed when done and not a moment before.
The food was prepared well, and the portions were hearty. Dessert was a dream. I requested a B52 coffee, which outside of Seattle I have found bartenders balk at making. I specified the ingredients to Dan, and whatever he told the bartender, it was one of the best coffee drinks I have had. Thanks to all.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I have been to this establishment many times in the past, and I have always had a good experience. This time I ordered the special, which was a 24 oz ribeye, which the waiter said was $115. When this was served this to me, it was like warm at best. It was very cold for what I am used to a steak being delivered. I was with 3 other patrons which also ordered different food, which I understand can be hard to bring out the meal at the .right temperate. At no time was I ever asked how my steak was, and if I was asked, I would have asked for it to be brought back and heated up.Ah the end of the meal, I let the server know that my steak was cold, which she discarded and then brought the bill showing that the steak was actually $145 vs the $115 she originally mentioned. I paid the bill and was very disappointed in both my service and my bill. The steak was tasty but was served cold, and for a $145 steak, I was highly disappointed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 1
Loved it! Fantastic food, great drinks. Killer service. Coat check, very classy ambience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food great service. I have been going there for years and it's always a great dinner and experience .
As always, dinner at Higgins was fantastic from start to finish; friendly, warm and casual service, comfortable and charming dining environment and every dish was fantastic.
Higgins is still one of the best restaurants in Portland. Cassoulet and Duck preparations were the best we've had. Service was top-notch.
This was my first time here and although the restaurant is cute, and the service solid, we thought the food was just good vs outstanding (particularly for the price). My favorite thing was probably the salad and it was better than most restaurants. The oysters were good but not amazing, the short rib special was ok. My friends pasta was probably my favorite of the entres (but I didn't taste my other friends duck dish). I will say I thought both deserts (the chocolate and the cake) were very good.
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As Higgins got a nice write-up in Portland Weekly, we wanted to try it for my birthday. So disappointed! My petrol sole on couscous with charred cauliflower and radicchio was dry and bland with little seasoning and the dish was lacking in sauce. I had a dribble of something on the bottom but not enough to counter the dry fish and add flavor. The Brussel sprouts were also disappointing---bland, no great or flavorful seasoning and no sauce like a balsamic or honey glaze or something to give it some pizazz. Husband had the crab cakes which were OK but not great. At Higgins prices we expected to have our socks knocked off and we were not. Won't be spending the money to go back even for a special occasion.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Higgins has been one of our favorite restaurants in Portland for a very long time. The food is extraordinarily delicious and the service is always great. The ambiance of the restaurant feels gracious, cozy and inviting.
Met son for lunch. Very nice experience. Son had cassoulet with broccoli appetizer. He loved it. I had the open faced pastrami sandwich. I'd recommend it highly. The highlight was a mussel appetizer we shared. The broth alone was a hit along with plenty of rustic bread for dipping. The mussels were just the right size and very tender. Higgins never disappoints. (Great service as well).
A Portland classic of fine dining. A seasonal menu with daily specials that can make selecting daunting, but just listen to the wait staff. It's all good, but they will guide you to the best of the best. The staff are the superb. There's a great wine list and a fine bar for the house special cocktails. In almost 30 years, we've never been disappointed in Higgins, so we keep going back.
Causally chic dining at its finest. What i love about Higgins is that although everyone in the restaurant receives the same stellar service, I'm made to feel special and like a star in my personal world.
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