Imperial
(Now Closed)American Restaurant$$$$
Portland
The experts at Eater and Serious Eats recommend this place
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Jana RocheleauSeptember 13, 2015Tuna belly was the best plate I have ever had! The best service in Portland. We ordered all small plates and a couple entrees. Each one took us on a journey we will never forget. Highly recommended
Sit at the end of the bar closest to the door and watch Brandon make custom ice cubes for cocktails - he's a great bartender and conversationalist too - salted pepper prawns are killer good.
EaterMarch 26, 2013Brandon Wise's affordable drink menu includes a classic Vieux Carre, the "New Money" (featuring bourbon, Nardidi amaro, hickory vermouth, and bitters), and the Radish cocktail featuring radish sorbet.
Denis S.August 5, 2017Beer great, service amazing. Burger is simple but so delicious! Gnocchi are fried so good! Duck meatballs are spicy but interesting. Prices are reasonable definitely must visit!
Drew MilamDecember 22, 2018Loses some of the Portland vibes due to its connection to a hotel. But still, quality food and drinks. Worth a stop if it’s not packed. Also the biscuit is a must during brunch.
Craig BallSeptember 20, 2013The duck meatballs are transporting. No joke. The Parker house rolls put the rolls at the original Parker House to shame. There is not a dessert that is less than splendid here. Imperial is amazing.
ECavaJuly 7, 2013Needs: Duck meatballs, fried rabbit with honey, barrel-aged hot sauce and pickled watermelon rind and a friend who will order the ribeye. Wants: Every single one of Brandon's cocktails.
Whit BreedenJuly 5, 2016Oh boy, this place is as good as advertised. Go for lunch so you can really take your time and enjoy this gem.
Beau BrokerApril 17, 2013If you have dinner at the imperial, please have the porkchop. Absolutely the best I have ever had. Over 2" thick and cooked perfectly
Serious EatsJanuary 6, 2014Traditional American breakfast and brunch dishes dominate the morning menu while local Oregon ingredients are the star at dinner.
Amy ChinApril 10, 2016Duck meatballs paired with Parker House roll (crisp, faintly sweet top cracks open to reveal warm, airy, delectable interior) - So yum!!! My new comfort meal.
Alisa DeanJanuary 13, 2018Try the kale salad! The sunflower brittle they add is amazing! Classy environment and lots of local and healthy options. Check it out :)
Jim ContardiMarch 8, 2015It's connected to a hotel, which made me leery, but the food, service and atmosphere were terrific. Don't miss the house made pop tart at breakfast
Susan RussoDecember 2, 2012You must try the remarkably moist duck meatballs with prune sauce. The sauce laced with cinnamon, star anise, orange zest and cloves is good enough to eat by the spoonful.
Get the beet salad with ham hock and white chocolate lardo. The quail, porcini risotto, duck 3-ways, oysters, and pork chop were also incredible.
Food is excellent, highly recommend the pork chop. There’s a reason this place is ALWAYS busy, even on random week days
Mike WalekeApril 3, 2016For brunch the Cinnamon Toast Crunch was the best, but everything else was pretty swell as well.
Megan PJuly 25, 2017Absolutely must try the duck meatballs and fried chicken!!!! The signature cocktails were excellent, as were the flatbread and rolls!!
David HamiltonAugust 31, 2016Amazing Tuscan grill used to cook my transcendent hanger steak. Only one other grill like it in the US of A
Matthew Riley MacPhersonDecember 6, 2014Wildly great cocktails and a fantastic dinner menu without an intimidating price. I left with a huge smile.
Lane CollinsJanuary 8, 2017Excellent fried chicken, the pickles are great, and don't underestimate the delicious vegetable dishes.
Andrea TomlinJune 2, 2013Everything was excellent, and the waitstaff and hos were extremely nice - this is definitely on our "must visit again soon" list...
Jason SantosSeptember 8, 2017Breakfast is amazing! Make sure to try the grilled grapefruit, and get some of their amazing potatoes!
Ryan HoweyDecember 1, 2014I showed up during happy hour and was a little disappointed that they didn't offer any other menu items. But, the burger was legit and the kale salad blew my mind.
Sara TaylorDecember 21, 2017Excellent dinner in a funky space - definitely recommend the rolls and watermelon salad.
Megan CampbellFebruary 25, 2014Food was actually just so-so for me. I got the pork and it was a slab so dry and thick I couldn't eat it. The best part was the Vieux Carre drink...I now make this at home and its almost as good :-)
EllenJuly 26, 2013Coddled eggs with spicy tomato sauce and fry bread was excellent! My husband took the sauce and put it on his omelette.
Theresa 💜August 20, 2014Always happy to see great local ingredients on the menu! Great drink menu as well
Cason BangAugust 16, 2017From the outside tables you can see the state flag, same one featured on Wikipedia. Try this trick on a friend to really freak them out.
Alison RadkeNovember 22, 2014The Imperial Bloody Mary with smoked tomato Bloody Mary mix and house pickles will forever alter your brunch cocktail flavor perspective. Order it immediately.
Stacy Bo BacyJuly 3, 2018Service is good but the food and atmosphere are just alright. I’d recommend a strong drink and $6 flat-top burger during happy hour 2-6pm.
Katie DOctober 16, 2012The New Money is a must for any fan of smokey bourbon drinks. The hickory smoked vermouth is heaven.
Brad DonahoeFebruary 2, 2014@ Bourbon & Whiskey drinkers. Jong makes the best Old Fashioned I've ever had...... And I've had a fair few.
Erin SmithAugust 22, 2013Gluten-free marked on menu but tell your server too to get some tips. Delicious!
JaredDecember 25, 2014Fantastic dinner that was delicious. Service was beyond great too to bottom an amazing meal.
Audrie BethOctober 30, 2014The mushrooms cooked with bone marrow are truly wonderful. Order multiple servings.
Carla RogersApril 12, 2013Great cocktails, unique selection. Try the bitter greens salad with ham hock.- Megan CampbellJanuary 19, 2014Vieux Carre was amazing. The main course of pork chop was the opposite.
Michael VisserAugust 2, 2013Best after-work happy hour around! $5 artisan cocktails and gourmet eats
Great spot for my GF friends! Lots of choices and well noted menu.
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- Mon–Thu
- 6:30 AM–11:00 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–Midnight
- Sat
- 8:00 AM–Midnight
- Sun
- 8:00 AM–11:00 PM
(503) 228-7222
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Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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