L’Échelle

$$$ • French

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About L’Échelle

L'Échelle is a French restaurant that offers a delightful dining experience in a beautiful and casual atmosphere. This hidden gem features exceptional quality dishes and is a real labor of love. The menu includes seasonal and ever-changing offerings, showcasing classic French techniques with a Pacific Northwest influence. Diners can enjoy dishes like the outstanding goat tart, with its creamy and delicious cheese and perfect pastry, as well as the beautifully plated chicory and celery salad topped with a poached egg, and the flavorful chanterelle and corn soup. The duck breast with piperade is also a standout, with perfectly cooked skin and a medium-rare interior. The small plates and sides, like eggs with salmon roe and beets, are delicious highlights. While the friendly service adds to the experience, some guests have noted that the pacing can feel rushed. The cocktails are praised as the best in Portland, and reservations are now available for added convenience. Whether in its current pop-up form or permanent space, L'Échelle is a must-try for those seeking a taste of French cuisine with a local twist.