Market driven menu, changes daily. Oysters on the half shell. House made pasta & charcuterie. Hand crafted cocktails. Eight beers on draught. Beer engine. Award winning wine list. 25 wines by the glass. Outdoor seating. Happy Hour 5p-6p Monday-Friday. Late night burgers served 10p-12a Friday & Saturday nights only. Delicious. Comfortable. Casual. Sexy.
"We were a party of 7 professional women out for dinner. Food was fantastic but we had the rudest waitress. She was so rude that we considered putting down a negative tip but since we had a party larger than 6, the tip was already calculated onto the bill. If I go there again, I will refuse to be waited on by her."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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"Patrick was wonderful and honored an old gift certificate that had gotten lost-in-the-shuffle...thank you so much! Great food and drinks. Everyone in our group of four was similarly impressed and left in high spirits. Will be recommending Bar Avignon to friends and family."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"We shared the spring panzanella salad, Contrary to tradition, was more greens than bread but delicious all the same. Two of us had the chicken, one the risotto, and one the black cod. Everyone was happy with those choices. The Crowley chardonnay has a little unexpected taste - in fact, ask for a taste before investing in a glass of it. The creme brulee was nice but had a thicker harden sugar topping than most I've tried, requiring more force to crack into it and more of a sugar jolt than necessary. It was noisy and difficult to hear each other though we had a booth. It added a layer of tension one doesn't need in a dining experience. It's a nice spot, all in all, and I'm glad it's in our neighborhood. I would certainly go there again."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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"Terrific! The food was very good with very different options. Wine was excellent. We were not rushed. Presentation was good. Overall good experience."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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"How I got there: I was told to tell them what kind of wine I would like to try (preference) and then have them pair meats or cheeses to go with that wine.
I didn't quite go that route, but after tasting their cheese selection and charcuterie, I will definitely return to try that!"
Dined on 04/21/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"I have yet to taste anything at Bar Avignon that was not superb. We love this restaurant - it is our special place to take out-of-town guests - it is intimate, excellent, and always seasonally spot on with food!"
Dined on 04/23/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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"Our group of 6 has been meeting and trying new restaurants over past 15 years. We agreed this was one of our new favorites. I know my husband and I will return. The season greens salad with beets was delicious. Everyone loved their entrees."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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"We started with a dozen oysters, which were quite good. For appetizers we had the beet angliotti in a carrot puree and a mixed greet salad. The angliotti is really worth trying. For entrees, we had the lamb dish and the crispy pork; both were superb. They use team service, which can be more difficult, though they really were a good team. We had a very good experience."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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"I don't know about lunch, brunch or outdoor dining because this was my first time there - but we will be back. Food was excellent and ambiance was great."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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"The dinner I had at Bar Avignon was delicious and inventive, with some foods I would never have put together (such as a sweet pea risotto) along with more comforting fare, such as roast chicken. The service was impeccable, the location is great, and the restaurant, while busy, still set us up nicely. The food was very well done and in larger portions than I've come to expect at Portland restaurants, to the point where I couldn't finish my dessert and had leftovers for one of the dishes (for which I am very pleased!)."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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"I always love Bar Avignon, if not for their exceptional (albeit, pricey) Oysters, then for their great happy hour options and tasty (primarily local) wine list. My one concern from this last visit is that the food took quite a long time, but my guess is that it is due to the restaurant not having expected the early-season turnout and therefore understaffing the restaurant. The waitress was very kind but clearly very stressed due to having to wait so many busy tables, and the last dish took a good 20 minutes to arrive. Otherwise, the night was delicious and enjoyable"
Dined on 03/24/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"Everything was outstanding, we were a little disappointed that some items on the raw spring menu were 86'd by the time we arrived but still the overall experience was wonderful. As an industry peer I appreciate the great service we received that evening. I will be back."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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"A true neighborhood gem. Smallish, cozy, casual . Very personable, friendly, warm and inviting with great food, a wonderful place to go to experience fresh quality foods prepared in delicious and distinct ways with expert advice on wine parings. Gourmet done expertly and simply. They serve small plates and full entrees, the menu changes often, the wine list is huge, and the bar drinks are excellent - also a great selection. Desserts are creative, and delicious, and the portion size is right, or try a flight of beautiful sherry or port, a new and wonderful experience for us. The lighting is soft, the noise level is energetic, the background music is well selected by staff, and not loud. We love it."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"This was our second visit to Bar Avignon. I had different items from the menu than we ate the first time. Everything we've had there was absolutely great. The service was very helpful without being obtrusive. We will definitely be back."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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"Another fabulous experience at Bar Avignon. Consistently, one of my favorite places to eat and drink in Portland. The food, drink and service are superb. Thanks so much Nancy and Randy for making Bar Avignon such a wonderful place to visit for a few hours!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"Delicious food and nicely paired with the beers for their first brewer dinner; friendly, accommodating staff. The brewer presentation was a tad disjointed but I'm sure they'll nail it next time!"
Dined on 03/03/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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"How nice to be in a popular restaurant and actually be able to hear the conversation at your table! Our pork chops were thick and flavorful; the mussels had a fresh hint of fennel, and the salmon pate with caper relish a real hit. I was skeptical about a lemon cream brûlée, but it too was delicious. Extensive wine list with several by the glass-and a real 6 oz pour!"
Dined on 02/25/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"Food was terrific. Service was fine, but the waitress didn't warm up until we offered a few "thank yous", then she became a bit more friendly.
We enjoy a quiet corner when we go out (hearing loss issue). Although we didn't get one on Valentine's Day (and didn't request one either) it worked out perfectly that there were about three empty tables between us and the next party.
The Valentine's special was ideal for us and reasonably priced."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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"I love Bar Avignon. They have an interesting menu that satisfies a variety if hunger levels. We just had snacks this time the charcuterie, cheese platter and the DEADLY delicious bourbon popcorn. Of course light edibles would not be complete without the yummy gin martini and red wine."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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"Great service, great wine, food about average for a place of this ilk. Not fantastic, but pretty tasty. Will possibly visit again, though probably only after hitting a few other places on SE Division that have caught my eye."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2011
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"Not a great experience. My pork chop was soooo salty. A couple of bites and I could taste nothing but salt in the drippings that flowed over the side dishes. Drink service was slow. When your wait person has to come back to tell you your drink order is in a queue, then something is not working. Noisy and cramped at the shared table. I ended up knowing more about the diners on each side of me than I ever needed to know. (Including he found his pork chop salty and pushed it aside.) One should have a better experience for over $100 for a couple. Won't go there again."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
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"Busy place, even on a Sunday night. Glad we had a reservation. Service was everything I would want. Food tasted great, a little cool, though. Good variety on the menu. Definitely worth another visit."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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"The oyster selection was fantastic and hopeful for a great meal. A Must is the agnolloti of foie gras - fantastic. However, the rest of our meal was the taste of salt - the sear on the pork and steel head was of pure salt - upsetting secondary to good cut and filets. Lazy preparation and execution."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
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"This is a really good restaurant. The food is fresh and flavorful. The service is unerringly helpful. I like the small space with open kitchen. I usually start withs ome raw oysters and one of the specialty cocktails. There is an extensive wine list. There are small plates and traditionally sized entrees, which often include unique combinations of ingredients. The desserts are very good. The corn creme brûlée is my favorite. I have made it my practice to dine at Bar Avignon when I visit Portland."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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"Love Bar Avignon. Been there a few times and the food and service is always top notch. Meghan our waitress was amazing - and Nancy the bartender is fantastic - she makes the coldest and best martini!"
Dined on 01/31/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"We've been trying new resturants in PDX this past year and by far this has been the best food we've had. The service was wonderful and attentive, food was great, steak's were cooked to perfection and the sides were delightful. I have told sevearal already about this find. We will be back!"
Dined on 01/25/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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"Dined at Bar Avignon for the first time and quickly understood why the restaurant was packed. Yes, it is fairly small, but the real reason for the full tables and bar was the great food and friendly, attentive service. A fairly limited choice of entrees but still an array to please everyone in our party."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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