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Portland Prime Reviews List

Portland Prime

Today's Interpretation of a Traditional Fish, Chop and Steakhouse; Only Portland Prime's recalls the simpler place and time of the Great American Fish, Chop and Steakhouses. Visitors become lifetime guests because Portland Prime's recalls the warmth, memories and flavors they know and love. At Portland Prime, Guests savor their dining experience and enjoy wonderfully reasonable prices as well.
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132 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
(132 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 132 reviews
5 stars
(67)
4 stars
(37)
3 stars
(17)
2 stars
(7)
1 star
(4)
Food 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Service 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
Noise Level
1.9 / 3
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • special occasion(75)
  • romantic(53)
  • notable wine list(48)
  • fit for foodies(35)
  • good for groups(34)
  • vibrant bar scene(24)
Portland Prime Reviews List
Review 1 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Rude and ignorant

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Waitress was rude the entire evening. Took 3.5 hours to get through dinner. Most all of the food selections were amazing except one steak that was under cooked. When asked to be cooked a little more it came back microwaved and un-edible."
Dined on 5/18/2013
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Review 2 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Mother's Day Botched

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Portland Prime should not have attempted a Mother's Day brunch without some serious consideration of how to do one. Terrible menu printed on a sheet of paper right before we got there, 3 items on the menu, guy mopping the floor after we were seated, waiters complaining within earshot of the customers....the list goes on and on....
I have always had good luck with Portland Prime for client lunches and thought it would be a sure thing to impress my bride on Mother's Day...instead it was an epic fail."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 3 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Weird but true

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Overall a good experience. But the waiter kept touching guests... All be it a light touch on the shoulder, but as a server, you never ever touch a guest. It's not appropriate no matter the situation, unless its a family member or friend."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 4 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Enjoyed Jazz and dinner at the bar

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 2/16/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great bar food and Jazz at the bar area. Pleasant service. Nothing unique or outstanding but good and enjoyable. Sliders were quite good."
Dined on 2/16/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 5 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Good food but...

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/05/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We had a reservation and arrived 15 minutes early. There was NO ONE else in the restaurant and instead of seating us in the nicer restaurant side, they sat us in the bar area (?!?). It took the waiter quite a while to come greet us and the (bad) mood was set. The food was good, but I wouldn't say the experience overall was."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 6 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Nice anniversary dinner!

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We enjoyed our 25th anniversary diinner at Prime! I would highly recommend it for it's good food and great service!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list
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Review 7 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Date night.

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 4/29/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Second time we have been there and both experiences were great."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

We went to have a great steak

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We went to have a great steak dinner. We have had better."
Dined on 04/28/2013
 2013
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Review 9 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Won't go back again

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This was our first time to Portland Prime dining room; it'll be our last. We've had drinks and food in the bar several times and have always been happy with the food and the service. However, in the dining room it wasn't the same.
The steaks are very expensive, and the service and quality do not match up to the high cost. The waitress spilled the wine when pouring into the glass from the little mini-carafe, not that much by itself. Then she brought out the wrong salad, though she did take it back and bring out the right one.
My friend can't have dairy and the kitchen substituted asparagus for the mashed potatoes. They didn't substitute anything for the sauce that was supposed to be on the steak. Lots more to say but no more room"
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 10 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Expensiive, bad service and food.

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"An all round bad, expensive experience for a birthday family gathering."
Dined on 04/08/2013
 2011
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Review 11 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Save your money

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food: Good but extremely overpriced for the portion size. For example; shrimp cocktail consisting of 4 shrimp was $16. I ordered the tuna steak which was no steak at all. It was 6 thinly cut pieces, similar to a sushi order of tuna. No weights associated with the steaks??? Service: Each course was rushed; we were expected to order our entire meal upon sitting regardless of this being our first time in the restaurant. For Example: My husband was on his last couple bites of his salad and the waiter had our food ready. Instead of simply waiting until he was finished before bringing the meal he proceeded to stand at the table with his hand on his hip holding my husband’s plate of food awaiting his completion. Rude."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2010
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Review 12 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful experience, with

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Wonderful experience, with nice atmosphere, food was delicious."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Anniversary date, dinner and

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Anniversary date, dinner and service were great!"
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Go to spot for business unch!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"One of my go-to downtown places for a business lunch. Always great service, food and ambiance is energetic while still being able to converse."
Dined on 04/24/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 15 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

First time here. There steaks

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"First time here. There steaks were good and they come with a salad. Most places are alacart downtown. Dosen't have the ambiance of Ruth Chris , El Gaucho or Ringside, but then again the prices are a little better. I want to try the bar happy hour"
Dined on 04/21/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 16 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

great food and balanced value.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"wait staff is always outstanding. food prices are reasonable. For the value this is all around a great place to go. excellent dessert. The occasional groupon deal is absolutely worth buying."
Dined on 04/17/2013
 2007
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dinner/food was great! Wonderful

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Dinner/food was great! Wonderful atmosphere and our waiter Joel was very helpful to making our dinner selection. Thank you."
Dined on 04/18/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Classy downtown gem

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"My wife and I chose this restaurant via Groupon. Had not heard of the restaurant but had to try it. The food was amazing and the portions generous. Overall a very classy place that was quiet enough for us to talk across the table. We would recommend this to our friends!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Food was what one would expect

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was what one would expect from a steakhouse so no complaints there but the service was not great and that was not acceptable. It was the server's attitude and demeanor that kept us from having a great experience."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2012
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Review 20 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

NY Steak & sizzling mushrooms

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Service was excellent along with food. Bar in the front has live jazz music most Friday & Saturday's to enjoy before dinner. Be prepared to spend a lttle extra for a fine dining experiance."
Dined on 04/12/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, kid-friendly, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 21 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Flat Iron Steak was incredible,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Flat Iron Steak was incredible, cooked perfectly! Best Calamari ive had in the Portland area! I proposed on a slow quit night and the setting was perfect and private! Service was great and not overbearing. I will be back for sure!"
Dined on 04/09/2013
 2005
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always a great place to meet

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Always a great place to meet for business meals."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2010
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 23 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A great place to go for good

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A great place to go for good food & service is great!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 24 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Our waiter was awesome and

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Our waiter was awesome and really made the night special for my wife and I. We are expecting a child in the next few weeks and it was our last nice meal out for a long time (I imagine) and he went out of his way to make it special."
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2012
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Review 25 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service was the best,New York

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Service was the best,New York done to perfection.Thanks."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 26 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"They offer a well thought out menu with a great selection. The consensus around the 7-top table is that everyone really liked their food (on our table we had a variety of fish tacos, soup, salads, steak, fish, and sandwiches). Some had been there for happy hour prior, but agreed that it is a place that is easily forgotten about unless frequented into dining out routine. Great service, expected low noise level; surprisingly quiet even though right near the open kitchen. We would definitely choose for a business lunch destination again."
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 27 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The service was excellent!!

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The service was excellent!! I enjoyed the appetizers such as oysters on the half shell and calamari fries! The steak had no flavor, and the medium rare was too rare and cold in the center! Definitely not a good place to go for a good steak!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2010
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic
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Review 28 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Nice place but not for great steaks

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Service was outstanding and the majority of the food was good. I ordered the special, bone in ribeye, and was disappointed in the fact it was flavorless and gray in color. Not at all what I would expect from a Steakhouse. My wife's filet was good, nothing special."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 29 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Overall our experience was

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Overall our experience was good. There was a large party of people at various tables on one side of the restaurant. The staff put up screens, but the noise level was quite high and very noticeable to us.
The food was fairly good. We ordered the Dungeness Crab Cakes as an appetizer. I must say I have had better and these were very fishy tasting. My daughter and I ordered the Flat Iron Steak and it was very nicely done. The presentation was nice, as well. My husband ordered the Prime Baseball Cut Top Sirloin. It was good, but had a lot of grisel and fat. The Prime Chopped Salad was very good and the beverage list was very diverse."
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 30 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Portland Prime's steak wasn't prime

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We ordered a T-bone and expected much better especially from their description in their menu and the restaurant's name. The meat was tough and tasted unseasoned. The waiter was nice. It was very noisy especially since we were seated near the kitchen. Their mashed potatoes were very good and the palette cleanser sorbet was an interesting touch but we came for a good steak and sadly, they failed there."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2006
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Review 31 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Outstanding Service

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Some of the best service I have ever had. I like my steak done well (very well). My girlfriend ordered prime rib (looked like cow napping on the plate it was so rare). I was asked to check my steak upon arrival. It was not done enough. They took it back and returned a few minutes later. It was still a bit too red for me. They took my steak, my girlfriend's prime rib and our side dish completely off the table. A short time later they returned with a perfectly done steak for me, a brand new prime rib or her and a fresh side dish all hot and delicious. The wait staff was always friendly throughout. I have never had such excellent service and effort to get the meal exactly right. All of this on a busy Valentine's Day evening."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 32 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Wait staff seemed very, very

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Wait staff seemed very, very unprepared."
Dined on 02/13/2013
 2010
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Review 33 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The experience was great!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The experience was great! The food was incredible! The price wasn't out of this world either, so that was a plus. It was a chance encounter with a great restaurant. I would highly recommend it. Also, the table next to us was very picky - they sent 2 steaks back (which was both ridiculous and hilarious) and the waiter/staff never made a face or commented. Our food was amazing and didn't warrant being sent back - but knowing that we could if something were wrong or not to our liking is a plus too."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 34 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The service was excellent.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The service was excellent. Atmosphere was great. Food was just okay. It wasn't horrible or unedible just not anything you would be in a hurry to go back for. We sat in the lounge and the live jazz music made the evening very enjoyable."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delicious!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I recently went there for an engagement dinner. Our service was amazing and the mood was just right. We both had the special New York with crab, it was incredible and sold out fast. I would go back to Portland Prime anytime I'm in the area, so good! Don't forget to order the truffle Mac and cheese! To die for!!!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Everything was amazing. Live

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Everything was amazing.
Live jazz trio was the best I have ever seen (and I'm fairly seasoned).
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Dined on 02/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: late-night find, special occasion
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Review 37 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The food was good, not great,

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was good, not great, but better than average. We found it more noisy than we were anticipating, but perhaps that is because it's a hotel restaurant and we were unaware of that. We found it strange that some entrees came with one side and others didn't. As a result we ordered one side to share and then shared the mashed potatoes that came with one entree we had."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2009
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Review 38 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Perhaps we are steak snobs,

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Perhaps we are steak snobs, we did not find the filet mignon up to our standards. One does not expect a prime piece of meat to have connective tissue."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2011
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Review 39 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Lovely Evening

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Had a very nice dinner with my husband. He was skeptical that the food would be well purportioned. He was very pleased and surprised with our choices. A doggy bag was need. I have recommended this to many friends since."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 40 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food and really great

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Great food and really great server. Very knowledgeable about food and wine. Terrific service."
Dined on 02/04/2013
 2010
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 41 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food was excellent, but

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was excellent, but I have to say that the staff is what makes the experience superb."
Dined on 02/04/2013
 2011
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Review 42 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

enjoyed experience

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
"this was a very nice restaurant---the food was very good the steaks over done but i had read previous reviews so we ordered rare when we wanted medium rare ---we enjoyed entire meal--one suggestion might be to plate the steaks better --they arrived one steak on one white plate --no garnish-nothing ---it was alittle odd -----drinks were wonderful"
Dined on 02/01/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 43 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Everything was far better

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Everything was far better than we could have expected . The food.. the wine ... the romance ... worth every penny"
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 44 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A Unique Experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our waiter was excellent with a comprehensive knowledge of the menu, food, wine, etc. The service was above par, and the food itself was an experience infrequently matched. We were pleased with our visit to Portland Prime and will dine there again."
Dined on 01/30/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 45 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Good service, classy restaurant

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Good service, classy restaurant but the quality of the food did not match the price."
Dined on 01/30/2013
 2005
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 46 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Big Prices, Not so Memorable Meal

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We went here because we had a gift certificate but we likely won't be back. Although the experience wasn't bad, it wasn't memorable, and for the money, I would go elsewhere. Their cocktails were good, as was the roasted crab and artichoke dip. My husband had the ribeye steak, and I, the flat iron steak. Although the waiter indicated the steaks were so tender we would likely not need our steak knives, such was not the case. The ribeye was very good, and my flat iron was just so-so, prepared in an Asian marinade and a little well done at the ends. The house salad that preceded our meals was very good. Still, for $120 (including a glass of red for each of us), I think we could do better."
Dined on 01/30/2013
 2011
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Review 47 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food & service. I went

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great food & service. I went to celebrate my son's 22nd birthday and they were awesome."
Dined on 01/29/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 48 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent food served by great

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent food served by great staff. Timing and the quality of our courses were perfect."
Dined on 01/25/2013
 2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 49 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Where it's at.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I love Portland Prime! My second visit and it was just another fantastic experience. The food is delicious, the martini's are to die for, and the service is impeccable. Such a friendly atmosphere from the hostesses, wait staff, and the manager."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 50 for Portland Prime
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food was exquisite, service

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was exquisite, service was very attentive and the ambience was great. We are not big eaters in our family and eat smaller portions. We split two entrees, Prime Rib and Short Ribs, a wedge salad between my wife & I, a side order of string beans and two deserts for the two adults and two teenagers. We had enough food for the 4 of us. I’m glad we split the meal otherwise we would have been stuffed and would have taken a doggie bag home. If you are big eaters, order your own plate. If you are a small portion eater, split the plate. We will have Portland Prime on our return list of Portland Restaurants. The occasion was our son’s 19th birthday.Thanks you. Tim M of Beaverton"
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2012
Special Features: special occasion
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