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Firehouse Restaurant

Firehouse Restaurant is a central and southern Italian inspired restaurant located in the historic Dekum Firehouse in NE Portland. We offer seasonable fare using sustainable fish, meats, and produce whenever possible. We use a wood-fired oven, rotisserie and grill that emphasize technique, seasonality, and a simple straightforward approach to food. To us, there are few things more beautiful than a well-prepared meal in a warm and inviting setting. We hope to see you soon!
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131 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
(131 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 131 reviews
5 stars
(68)
4 stars
(49)
3 stars
(9)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(1)
Food 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Service 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Ambiance 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Noise Level
2.3 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • neighborhood gem(94)
  • fit for foodies(83)
  • special occasion(38)
  • romantic(26)
  • hot spot(22)
  • great for outdoor dining(20)
Firehouse Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Gorgeous space, great food

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Dined on 5/15/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Everything we ate was delicious. The spring salad was especially outstanding, but everything was very good. Can't wait until the patio is open again!"
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 6/15/2012
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Their food is amazingly delicious!!!"
Dined on 6/15/2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Such a great feel!

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great restaurant, really love the overall decor/aesthetic. The food is delicious, and the waiters and staff are super helpful. We asked if we could move to a table outside, and they helped us right away. It was super warm with the pizza oven blasting, but it makes great pizza, so there is little to really be upset about.
Overall, it was a super pleasant experience, I had a great time and had some great food. I would definitely recommend Firehouse!
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Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food was excellent, and the wine while being a limited list was very good. The waiter made an wonderfull recommedation and my party enjoyed it very much."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great place

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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
Energetic
Energetic
"The wood fire oven puts out amazing food, and the pizzas alone are worth going for. The service was incredible, some of the best in Portland. A true Portland neighborhood restaurant that lives up to the city's reputation for outstanding restaurants."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

great experience!

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Dined on 5/02/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"we had a great meal, Steven took great care of us and Firehouse has the best pizza in town by far1"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The Firehouse is absolutely

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The Firehouse is absolutely a neighborhood gem and has outstanding food and service. Steven, our waitstaff, is superb. It was my sister's birthday and Steven made her feel quite special without embarrassing her like you get when the staff at other restaurants sings Happy Birthday (yuck).
We had a variety of menu choices and no one was less than completely impressed. We live a few blocks away and we are often there for Happy Hour and dinners."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Neat dining experience.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Went with a group of four after making an on line reservation. The table was ready upon arrival and a server immediately greeted us at the table requesting drink orders. The service moved along at a good pace, without rushing us. The menu selection, while more limited than some restaurants was good and the items we ordered were delivered hot and well presented. Over all quality and quantity were excellent. Pricing was reasonable."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 9 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

excellent date location

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"All I can say is that this place great. The food is great, I had the hanger steak and my date had the margrita pizza. The staff was very attentive, my water glass was never empty. The price was fair too. While yelp lists it as being romantic I'd say its not. We arrived early and even though the reservations were for six pm they seated us at once. The only drawback it very popular and could make it difficult to hear what somine was saying. That said if I lived in the neighborhood I'd eat there all the time."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 10 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

First timer's impression

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Our waitperson, Steven, was excellent, "waiting" patiently while we caught up before actually ordering. He was very helpful as neither of us had been there before. The food was delish. Love the fried olives, and the pizza was perfect. Things other customers were getting looked wonderful.
I wouldn't recommend it if one uses hearing aids as the acoustics are a bit questionable, though not BAD, and the WC is in a bit of an odd place, but overall the the place is great. Comfortable and friendly and I look forward to going back, especially in summer to sit outside!
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Dined on 04/12/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Other than two screaming children,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Other than two screaming children, that the parents ignored, it was a very good evening."
Dined on 04/12/2013
 2011
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Review 12 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

More vegetarian options in

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"More vegetarian options in the main dishes would be much appreciated."
Dined on 04/15/2013
 2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 13 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Went there on a get together

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Went there on a get together with friends that had just returned to town. This was our 4th visit and it will not be our last. We ordered the calliflower appetizer that was outstanding, two of us had the Romaine salad that was crisp and well presented. Two of us ordered the chicken, we also had the sea food dish and a pizza. All were excellent. The service was the best I have seen in Portland in a long time. The price was reasonable and the atmosphere lively but did not affect the ability to hear conversations at our table."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 14 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Don't even think about it, just go.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"Friends recommended The Firehouse as a terrific restaurant, and on our first visit we discovered they were right on. Delicious food, good service and reasonable prices made for a very pleasant meal with friends."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

First time there. Food was

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"First time there. Food was great!!"
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2004
Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 16 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great neighborhood spot!

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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
"This place is refreshingly solid on all aspects: food, service, and ambiance. My only wish was for a nice stong espresso after my great meal, but that won't prevent me from coming back."
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Historic site...tasty food...and

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Historic site...tasty food...and friendly service."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 18 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The hanger steak and the sausage

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The hanger steak and the sausage pizza were excellent and there drinks were great. I will be a regular at the fire house"
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 19 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very good food. I hadn't been

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very good food. I hadn't been here for several ears and went last night with friends. It has remained excellent."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great service, extremely tasty

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Great service, extremely tasty food. Nice building, out in the middle of a cool area. Highly reccommend."
Dined on 03/13/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

So lovely.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had the loveliest meal of our lives here two nights ago, March 2013. The food is amazing, artfully crafted. The drinks are delicious. The atmosphere is authentic, beautifully designed, upscale yet comfortable. The smell of the wood-fired oven takes you to another place. The servers are upbeat, kind and completely attentive.
The other patrons all seemed as happy as we were and we left feeling like we were on top of the world! We are having an event here this summer and we are completely delighted we got to choose Firehouse.
In addition to crafting fabulous edibles and serving it with the finest of class, they are very organized and intentional."
Dined on 03/13/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Party of six. Had a very nice

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Party of six. Had a very nice time. Everyone commented that the food was exceptional. Meatballs, pasta, pork shoulder cauliflower...Yum!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Just my opinion...

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"For as highly rated as this restaurant is, we were totally disappointed in the food. The pizza was soggy and tastless and the hanger steak was cooked perfectly but overly salty. It is a very nice place and tried very hard to like it but just couldnt do it..."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2013
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Review 24 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We'd gone to Firehouse a few

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We'd gone to Firehouse a few times before, but had always had pizza, which is great, but this was Valentine's Day, so we went for appetizer, salad and entree (all shared of course) and they were all outstanding! We had a really great dining experience and I would definitely recommend this restaurant."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 25 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Two of our four member party

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Two of our four member party ordered Manhattans (sp?)..tasted them...knew something wasn't right...debated about sending them back...did...the bartender looked at them and immediately knew they were wrong AND what was wrong...mixed new drinks...admitted the goof....everyone lived happily ever after! P.S. The food was great, too...we actually ate dinner from the appetizer menu!"
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2013
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Review 26 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Really wonderful place with

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Really wonderful place with wood burning oven for pizza that made the place smell like you were camping. Lovely atmosphere, very attentive staff. Thin crust pizza to die for."
Dined on 02/28/2013
 2007
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Review 27 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent dinner option - Go!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"After having a great group dinner here in the Summer I decided to come back for a date night with my boyfriend. We had a *wonderful* meal. Great glass of wine and cocktail, great pizza to share and then our two staggeringly tasty entrees. The food here really is wonderful. The one bummer was that we had a late-ish reservation on a Saturday night, and some of the menu items were unavailable when we arrived. No matter, as everything we had was amazing anyway. Service was a little slow getting drinks out in the beginning of the night when the place was still quite busy. But our server was very friendly and attentive, and the pace of the meal was perfect once our orders went in. I would recommend this place to any diner."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 28 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I always love Firehouse!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I always love Firehouse! Consistently good."
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 29 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Happy Hour, but that

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great Happy Hour, but that wasn't the reason I went. But it was a nice suprise. The food was very good, the service great ( maybe a bit too great- our second server came to the table too often, I thought. Was she trying to get us out- I can't think that was the reason because there were empty tables, unless they had waiting reservations .) I liked the atmosphere, and my friend commented on the aroma- the woodfire cooking wafts throughout the resturant."
Dined on 02/20/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 30 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Might be slipping a bit, over

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Might be slipping a bit, over the last year, from outstanding to just good. For instance, we have had a few experiences of too salty---and I like salt---also, just little issues... this time one of the small plates was woefully undercooked. But, we don't care. We love the Firehouse. It's so great, even, that it could slip some more and we would barely notice. Anyway, the pizza is better than ever."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 31 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delicious as always; the cauliflowe

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Delicious as always; the cauliflower with lemon creme fraiche is an amazing appetizer."
Dined on 02/13/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 32 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

First time dining at Firehouse.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"First time dining at Firehouse. It 100% will not be the last."
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2011
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Review 33 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

This is our first visit to

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This is our first visit to this establishment. We ordered Brussels sprouts and the rice balls and both were good. The two pizzas we ordered were both burnt black on the bottom of the crust and with burnt black bubbles on top. I understand they were cook in a very hot wood burning oven, and some burnt spots are acceptable, but 85% burnt is unacceptable as the burnt taste overpowered an otherwise flavorful pizza.
Our table was one of two corner tables, due to the configuration and wall divider of the other corner table, we could hear that party's conversation loud and clear, which was annoying.
There is an empty courtyard in front which could be outdoor seating in the summer.
This restaurant has street parking only.
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Dined on 02/06/2013
 2010
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Review 34 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This was our first time to

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This was our first time to Firehouse, and it was definitely worth the trip from Beaverton. I was worried as we were running late and had a couple of additional people in our party last minute, but a quick call to the hostess and she adjusted our reservation and table accordingly.
The food was outstanding and service was attentive and bent over backwards to accommodate everyone and their needs. The mussels are very impressive (we ordered one to start, and subsequently reordered 2 additional plates!). I really liked their pizza and house sodas. Thank you for the great experience!"
Dined on 02/07/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 35 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The wood fire oven was very

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The wood fire oven was very inviting. The cauliflower starter was delicious. I had muscles which were wood fired but I thought somewhat underseasoned. My husband had the hanger steak which was delicious. Pizza looked wonderful and I will give it a try if we return. Our waitress was very unfriendly and acted as though she might be doing us a favor. It did impact our feeling about our evening. The restaurant itelf is very inviting. We have not yet decided if we will return."
Dined on 01/31/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 36 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Sardinian cuisine

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Packed like sardines, it was hard not joining the next 2 tables conversations; the waitress experienced some difficulty reaching the back of the table."
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 37 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Disappointed in their quality

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
"Disappointed in their quality of food and selection"
Dined on 02/01/2013
 2012
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 38 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Love our neighborhood gem

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Firehouse is that cozy and quintessential neighborhood restaurant that one can rely on for good food and service most every time...and in a lovely setting to boot. Historically, the host/servers seem to take pride in their work and enjoy going out of their way to make guests feel welcome. Our server the last time was adequate, but definitely lacked the "luster" usually seen. Interactions with the rest of the staff were the joyful baseline, so maybe she was just having a bad night. My one request is that the menu change a little more often. We've dined there a number of times since moving into the neighborhood and would like to see a little more variety."
Dined on 02/01/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Review 39 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Consistently delicious food

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Consistently delicious food and great service."
Dined on 01/29/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 40 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great pizza and atmosphere

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My Husband and I went for his birthday. We really loved it. Had the fried olives and potatoes to start and a delicious pizza, topped it off with desert. Everything was great. Beer menu was on the small side for Portland but had a variety (IPA, Red, Amber, etc). The restaurant is small so for a group I would make a reservation. Has a cute patio but not sure if it is used for dining as we went in January. Loved it!"
Dined on 01/25/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 41 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of my top 3 in portland.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"One of my top 3 in portland. Menu is simple but everything taste so good - food quality is consistent too. Service is excellent, hostess always quick to help out with high chair, etc. you get the sense the employees really enjoy working there"
Dined on 01/25/2013
 2004
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 42 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best pizza we've found thus

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Best pizza we've found thus far in Portland! Also, those mussels are a signature treasure; we loved the simplicity, which let the quality ingredients shine! Also, this is one of the few places on the east side where we haven't been treated with at least a slight of air scorn and hipster holier-than-thou waitstaff attitude. We will definitely be going back."
Dined on 01/24/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 43 for Firehouse Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Memorable dining

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The staff help make your experience at this restaurant memorable. The food is terrific and the service is exceptional. We always enjoy going there!"
Dined on 01/23/2013
 2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Firehouse Restaurant
Based on the average of (88) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
4 out of 5 recommend this product
Food 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Service 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Ambiance 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Noise Level
2.4 / 3
Energetic