Message from Huber's Restaurant

Since 1879: Portland's Oldest Restaurant
  • Famous Coffee Drinks
  • Wonderful Prime Rib
  • Traditional Turkey

In 1979, Huber's celebrated its 100th anniversary of continuous operation. During this year, Huber's was also designated a historic landmark on the local level as well as on the national level with the National Registry of Historic Places. The arched stained-glass skylight, the solid Philippine mahogany paneling, and the terraczo floor are original fixtures from 1911. So are the brass cash register behind the bar, the brass ship's clock above the door, as well as the pewter wine bucket and its silver wine stand.

MarkerHuber's Restaurant

(503) 228-5686

411 SW 3rd Ave
Portland, OR 97204

Editorial Description by Citysearch
This venerated institution keeps loyal locals lined up outside with beautifully prepared Northwest standards.
Rated 9.2 out of 10 by Citysearch.

3 Reviews of Huber's Restaurant in Portland

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Great food! Beautiful Building!  5 Star Rating - World class

Taking a step into Hubers is like taking a step back in time. The original section is covered by what may be the most beautiful glass ceiling every built. The woodwork is a testament to the great craftmenship of yesteryear.

The real beauty of this place is the effort to keep it intact and celebrate what it has always been. Along with an expansive and very tasty menu, you can also look over the flyer that explains the history of the restaurant.

This restuarant is a true peice of Portland history and a treat for any visitor or local Portlander.

Tip: The turkey is great but check out the specials too!

Tip: Make sure when you make reservations to request the older part of the restuarant, the newer section is nice, but just not the same.

Tip: Order a Spanish Coffee, it's a show of fire and acrobatics with glasses.

PROS: great food, historical
CONS:

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Flaming Coffee  4 Star Rating - Very good

Get a Spanish Coffee here and enjoy the show - it comes to your table lit on fire? It's a great place to have a cigarette and grab a drink with friends.

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Fabulous food, drink, ambiance  5 Star Rating - World class

Two words: Spanish Coffee. This restaurant is known for them, and for good reason! The friendly staff, the consistently great food, the adeptly poured drinks in the bar, the beautiful Old-Portland style decor... you'll want to become a regular!

PROS: Friendly staff, Fabulous food, Great happy hour, Atmosphere
CONS: Absolutely Nothing !

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Great Mothers' Day Lunch 5 Star Rating - World class

I had wanted to eat at Huber's since moving here 4 years ago. I made the request for Mothers' Day and after reading all the reviews of bad service, was a bit concerned. WE had a great experience. The service was impeccable, the food was great, and the prices are good. Son and I had the combination plate, and it was really good - a real "Sunday Dinner". Husband had the turkey crepe and he didn't offer to share.

We went again last night and had the same good experience. I love the ambiance of this place. It really gives you a sense of history. Will go back ANYTIME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Pros: Good Food and excellent service
Cons: none
Posted 05/25/08 at 2:32pm

Still Great Food , Not Fancy , Warm and Friendly 5 Star Rating - World class

This is 2nd time I have eatean here. I won't rewiew this fine establishment again for at least 1 year .I had dinner with my girlfriend and our 7 year old grandaugher.The steam clams were perfect, full of flavore, the beer bread was fresh and great . The Shirley Temple for our grandaugher was beautiful. Our cocktails were made perfectly. The wine menu is fairly priced, we had a bottle of French White Wine. My girlfriend had Cioppino it was"outstanding". My dinner was the 1/2 and 1/2 {turkey and ham) , yes I had the same thing again -but I love it. The grandaughter had shrimp cocktail and she ate it all . This time we had the Spainish Coffee , the best!!!!!. Just a side note> If you are going to bring young children here make sure there able to act responsible for the comfort of everyone else. The service was great !!

Pros: Everything
Cons: Sometimes Parking
Posted 02/25/08 at 6:07pm

"A" List Required 3 Star Rating - Satisfactory

The food was quite good, however, with reservations you would assume if there is a table in the main area available it would be yours. This is not the case here. After several visits to this restaurant I've concluded that either they have an "A" list who receive special treatment or that you must be a special type of person, definitely not lesbian, to not be seated next to the cooks station. I may get take out from there once in awhile but I will not longer frequent this restaurant.

Posted 02/22/08 at 10:52am

Old School Food and Service That Works 5 Star Rating - World class

Before coming here I looked at the reviews on City Search . Being that this is the oldest restaurant in Portland Oregon , I said what the heck, lets go for it anyway. We were seated promptly. The wine list has a good selection and not over priced. I selected a white wine from New Zealand for $20.00, it was really good for the value. We ordered Crab Cakes (Had good flavor,but get the sauce on the side- I rated this Item a 7 out of 10).The spinach salad was on the money (10 out of 10).The haibut with a caper-lemon butter sauce was a 10 out of 10 . My dish was the 1/2 and 1/2-Turkey and Ham combo with stuffing,mash potatoes,veggies and gravy . Great flavor and cooked to perfection .We did not order the Spinish Coffee but other people said it was great, that we talked to.
This establishment has alot to offer , just really good food and not fancy. In the old days I guess you could say this is Blue Plate Food .
Please give this place a try, you'll be happy if not ask for David H. Louie the VP

Pros: Great old school charm and food
Cons: Nothing
Posted 01/21/08 at 5:45pm

Really disappointed with the service 1 Star Rating - Unsatisfactory

I brought my parents here for a pre-holiday dinner-they are visiting from New York. I wanted things to go well-I mean, this is only their second trip here in 5 years. While the food was good, the service was severely lacking.

We never received any bread, not a complete setting. We ordered drinks, but didn't get them until well after the appetizers, during our long 40 minute wait for the entrees. We finally had to ask 4 people for our wine. When the meal came out, they kept asking us if we have finished so they could clear the plates. When the bill came, the waiter said "take your time" but then hovered over us. As soon as it was signed, it was whisked away.

All in all, the food was good, but the service spoils it for me; hence my low rating.

Posted 12/23/07 at 9:59pm