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Paragon - Portland
Paragon is a neighborhood gastropub serving ingredient-driven, honest food, craft beers, unique cocktails and eclectic wines. This trendy Portland restaurant seamlessly combines an art gallery setting with an urban alehouse, creating the perfect neighborhood spot for mingling at the bar or enjoying a cozy dinner with friends at a booth in the corner. The approachable cuisine is grounded in the familiar with new twists and variations that keep things interesting.
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52 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 52 reviews
5 stars
(22)
4 stars
(20)
3 stars
(8)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(25)
- fit for foodies(23)
- good for groups(17)
- special occasion(16)
- vibrant bar scene(12)
- great for lunch(10)
Paragon - Portland Reviews List
Review 1 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Mother's Day Brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was pretty, tasty, and the service timely. Every choice on the menu sounded so good - we had a tough time making up our minds. In the end, everything we ordered was delicious. A perfect Mother's Day destination."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As always, love the food and ambiance. Thx Paragon."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Nice place
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The restaurant has a great layout and is a fun place to have a dinner with friends. But the food was good, but not anything to write home about. When I heard the special of the day was salmon that was way over accessorized, I figured they really don't know how to just make a simple, good piece of salmon. They didn't, it was overcooked. But the pot roast was good."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 4 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Speedy - Like it or Not
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I came for a business lunch with an old friend and colleague. The server was attentive - perhaps overly so. Plates were whisked away very quickly, the check was presented before we were offered coffee or dessert, which we did want. I felt like they wanted us out of there quickly. Although the restaurant wasn't even 1/2 way full so I'm not sure why. At one point when the first check came, I looked at my watch an only 30 minutes had passed.
I guess it's great if you're in a hurry. Not so much if you're not."
Dined on 5/01/2013
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Review 5 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was OK but unremarkable.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was OK but unremarkable. Last time we were there we had a cheese sandwich grilled to perfection so that the cheese ran through the holes in the bread and fried on the outside in spots. My wife was really looking forward to a repeat of that but they were some stingy with the cheese it was basically a bread sandwich. I had over cooked Cod and chips. Good but certainly not what I had had before. We will give them another try as the service was great and we felt welcomed."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2007
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Review 6 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Paragon is a solid Pearl District
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Paragon is a solid Pearl District restaurant with good food and service. We love the fireplace in the cool months, of which Portland has many! And in the summer, they can open their windows and also have seating outdoors. We'll return."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 7 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
This was a disappointment.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was a disappointment. Sort of an average dining experience. It was an anniversary dinner, and the best part was the flowers waiting at the table that I preordered. The server ( a female) was weird and had an attitude. The onion ring appetizer was horrible and the salmon tostada? app was not good. Other than that, life was good."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
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Review 8 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I've had lunch and dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've had lunch and dinner here many times, and never been disappointed."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2010
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Review 9 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful menu choices, unique
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Wonderful menu choices, unique and great meld of flavors. Had the skirt steak (very tender and perfectly medium rare) with spinach and fries. Could have used a bit more spinach and a little less fries. My friend had the beet salad and brussel sprouts. Service was prompt and friendly, good pace, got us out in time for our play."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great place to go for good
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great place to go for good food & drink in the Pearl district. Very good service and friendly waitstaff. Menu offers a good combination of selections with broad appeal to most, so you're likely to find something you like."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
True Cod White Bean Ragout-TRUE YUM
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We dined at Paragon last Friday night with friends. We don't go there often because there are so many choices in Portland and always new places to try. When we do, though, the food is consistently good and sometimes great. Two of us had an incredible dish that my husband and I are still raving about; the true cod white bean ragout with bacon, roasted tomatoes and paprika oil. It's amazing cassoulet with delicious cod. My husband commented this week that he consider it to be one of, if not THE best comfort food meals that he's ever had. It's that good. Try it before the menu changes."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place for quiet dinner.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a great dinner. Everyone enjoyed their food. My husband had pot roast, I had the fabulous beet salad and rasoto. Friends had pot roast and salmon. Calamari was excellent. Everyone ate every bite. Waitress was really good. It was a perfect dinner."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We loved Paragon
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"If you care about a restaurant's decor and ambiance in addition to its food, you'll enjoy Paragon. My husband and I had a really nice meal, with inventive dishes and great service."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great for lunch, amazing grilled
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great for lunch, amazing grilled cheese -- not as good as a breakfast spot."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2004
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 15 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Brussel sprouts are to die
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Brussel sprouts are to die for!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Portions were generous. Best
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Portions were generous. Best grilled cheese & tomato soup."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 17 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The Paragon is a very fun
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Paragon is a very fun energetic place to dine."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 18 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the best experiences
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"One of the best experiences I've encountered - Very romantic setting - Cheesecake was the best I've ever had!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I came here on Valentine's
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I came here on Valentine's day with my wife and had a good experience. I had no problems with the Opentable reservation, the service was good, the food was quite good (although not great), and the ambiance was a little noisy for a romantic dinner. I got the impression that this is more of a casual meeting place, and not so much of a "foodie" focused restaurant. I would definitely come back for drinks and appetizers with friends, but if I'm looking for a knock-your-socks off dinner, I'll probably look somewhere else next time."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
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Review 20 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fabulous Food/Service Amid Chaos
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Asked to sit in the bar because I love looking at a fireplace and not our first time to this great place. Unfortunately, a large, loud wedding party was right next to us (after we seated ourselves). Bad luck for us. Probably should have kept our reserved table in the dining room for Valentine's day. Still the food was fabulous and our server was good and attentive, despite being drained by the large party. All-in-all a good evening and we will come back again. Probably will take my chances again in the bar because usually the ambiance is exceptional."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was delicious, lots of
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was delicious, lots of flavor combinations. Accomodations were made for our desire to sit by window. We were expected and greeted by name."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 22 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The brussel sprout appetizer
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The brussel sprout appetizer was out of this world! The service was prompt and cheerful. It was a bit dark so reading was not really an option, but overall, i will definitely come back again."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
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Review 23 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I read the glowing reviews
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I read the glowing reviews and then made our reservation. Everything was beyond my expectations. I am looking forward to my next visit..."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2013
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Review 24 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fabulous!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Sunday Brunch was great. This has always been one of my favorite spots."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 25 for Paragon - Portland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was our second time at
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was our second time at Paragon and we enjoy the food, service, prices and ambience...we will be back!"
Dined on 01/20/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Paragon - Portland
Based on the average of (27) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic