The Original

The Original

(Now Closed)
Diner and American Restaurant$$$$
Portland
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  • PureWow
    PureWowJuly 26, 2016
    This cozy diner has shakes to satisfy traditionalists and more adventurous milkshake seekers (read: bourbon salted caramel and maple bacon). Read more
  • Ron J.heart icon on user image
    Ron JeramiahMarch 28, 2017
    Stopped in foe a late night snack...did the cheeseburger and warshed it down wit a 'boozy shake' which was awesome! Definitely a place to hit up son 🍔🍟
  • Brian K.
    Brian KuberskiJuly 25, 2013
    Great diner; staff is super friendly & super chill. Don't come here if you are in a hurry; a big part of the appeal is that its not a drive-by experience; they will talk. Try the Frank Sinatra martini
  • Reed R.
    Reed RumJune 17, 2013
    The Chicken fried steak is off the hook!!! Best I've ever had. And I have had a lot. Great cuts of beef. Quality!!!DO IT!!!! Joy is supper cute and a fantastic server 😉
  • Shelley B.heart icon on user image
    Shelley BeeFebruary 2, 2016
    Their boozy shakes are so good! Also the fries with gravy and cheese curds are scrumptious!
  • samantha k.
    samantha kingApril 28, 2014
    The train wreck fries are the best! Who would have thought chili cheese fries and poutine go so well together
  • katie r.
    katie rossMarch 30, 2015
    The drinks. Crafted and delicious. Extra time to prepare, but worth the wait. Chicken and waffle sliders are amazeballs.
  • Matthew Riley M.heart icon on user image
    Matthew Riley MacPhersonDecember 6, 2014
    Happy breakfast times. Come here early to enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, speedy service, and lovely morning meals.
  • Amy L.heart icon on user image
    Amy LeighNovember 5, 2017
    Adult milkshakes, friendly service. Good food. Nice atmosphere
  • Marie-Èveheart icon on user image
    Marie-ÈveJune 1, 2017
    In-house ground beef burgers are fantastic, as well as the Oregon salad with Oregon steelhead!
  • Jacquie R.
    Jacquie RooneyFebruary 15, 2013
    Don't mess around with any of the fancy breakfast dishes. The two eggs plate is the best you'll ever have!
  • Jaredheart icon on user image
    JaredMay 29, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Fantastic brunch! Lumberjack breakfast is huge. Top it off with a man-mosa. Get reservations via OpenTable.
  • Mëlänïheart icon on user image
    MëlänïMay 3, 2015
    The smoke Bloody Mary is the best we've had in a while.
  • Gary M.heart icon on user image
    Gary MorrillApril 14, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Really good breakfast menu and great cocktails
  • Pach R.heart icon on user image
    Pach ReedJanuary 1, 2015
    Deluxe Burger: A fantastic option, try their original sodas, this place rocks!
  • Mëlänïheart icon on user image
    MëlänïJuly 17, 2015
    BEST smoked bloody Mary I’ve had in a long time.
  • Reed R.
    Reed RumJune 17, 2013
    Chicken fried steak really good. excellent!!!! Ask for Joy. She is awesome!!!!
  • Clair M.heart icon on user image
    Clair MartinAugust 7, 2014
    The food is unique and tasty. Try the poutine. Haven't tried drinks yet.
  • Eric B.
    Eric BotteronAugust 5, 2018
    Add the chicken, it's worth it.
  • Samuel V.
    Samuel VarnerSeptember 1, 2011
    Get the ham and cheese omelet w/breakfast tarred and English muffin! Gf had oatmeal w/granola and yogurt! Huge servings! Great service!
  • Shel W.
    Shel WestMarch 9, 2013
    OMG, the pancakes! Amazing. Veggie sausage, not so much. Hash browns have some odd seasoning I wasn't expecting. But the PANCAKES!
  • Mike
    MikeMarch 12, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    The chilaquiles are amazing... Almost as good as my momma makes them.
  • Saleena M.heart icon on user image
    Saleena ManohaAugust 19, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Barrel aged long island. YASSS. Ask for it.
  • Leah S.
    Leah SinsheimerMay 26, 2014
    Polenta cakes breakfast comes with delicious candied bacon.
  • Daniel W.heart icon on user image
    Daniel WroblewskiSeptember 11, 2014
    The croissant e cristo is really nice.
  • Irena P.heart icon on user image
    Irena PierovaJuly 20, 2018
    Eggs benedict with smoke fish!!!
  • Julia P.
    Julia PDecember 6, 2017
    Food looks good but doesn't taste good. The hash is dry - did they run out of oil? The pancakes are burnt and hard to chew. Coffee is LUKEWARM.
  • Enrique G.heart icon on user image
    Poutines are great!
  • LadyJupiter.com
    LadyJupiter.comJune 20, 2016
    Convenient access from Courtyard, generous poutine, and great staff!
  • Chris H.heart icon on user image
    Chris H.January 9, 2017
    The chicken wings are full size chicken wings. Tasty but unwieldy.
  • Stephen C.heart icon on user image
    Stephen ChisaJanuary 9, 2015
    If it's a cold day order the tomato soup and grilled cheese!
  • Aric W.
    Aric WoodJuly 24, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Seriously? Wagyu beef, with BBQ sauce, topped with bacon, AND mac'n'cheese, on ciabbata? Only at The Original
  • Alex B.
    Alex BrehmAugust 8, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    The mezzanine is an awesome spot for private events.
  • Jeffrey F.
    Jeffrey FaheyJanuary 14, 2012
    Great spot for breakfast as well as a cocktail. Hip Vibe with great food.
  • PDXHappyHour G.
    Great Happy Hour! Check out review in the Happy Hour Guidebook! And get the creme brulee French toast. Yummy!!!
  • Diana L.heart icon on user image
    Diana LienAugust 24, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Love their Green Goddess salad! Half size is just the right amount!
  • Erinheart icon on user image
    ErinAugust 25, 2015
    Seriously the best Cobb Salad I've ever had.
  • Darian K.heart icon on user image
    The salmon eggs benedict, wow, So good!
  • Sophia U.
    Sophia UnFebruary 6, 2012
    Get the 'breakfast for dinner' which is Creme Brulee french toast. Delicious!!
  • Pablo M.heart icon on user image
    Pablo MaganaFebruary 4, 2014
    Biscuits and gravy are plentiful and tasty
  • Phillip M.
    Phillip MaldonadoAugust 5, 2011
    They maple bacon shake is where its at. Plus the room service/ busgirl is super friendly and cute!
  • Irae C.heart icon on user image
    Irae CarvalhoNovember 2, 2015
    Eggs Benedict! Perfectly cooked!
  • Dennis H.
    Dennis HarrisonJuly 14, 2013
    Their oatmeal makes for a great start
  • Chris M.
    Chris MillarOctober 31, 2013
    They mis-made my veggie burrito with meat. Manager seemed nice when apologizing about the mix up.
  • Richard Z.
    Richard ZaragozaJuly 6, 2013
    Portland is a foodie Mecca. Try somewhere else. Don't burn an opportunity like I did ; )
  • Jake S.
    Jake SigoMay 21, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Happy hour offers lots of options @ around $5 each, including their delicious daily punch for $4. Great comfort food!
  • Tiago R.
    Tiago RodriguesJuly 20, 2013
    Balance the Cobb omelet with a side of braised greens
  • Val B.
    Val BarlowDecember 4, 2011
    The meatloaf tasted a little bit like spam, but the poutine was excellent!
  • Jeff M.heart icon on user image
    Jeff MartensMarch 15, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Careful, the checkin special does NOT include their house made soda
  • Daina L.
    Daina LightfootFebruary 9, 2014
    Avoid the quinoa and black bean burger. It's flavorless and rubbery. Also their fries aren't battered, but also aren't gluten free.
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