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Beast

Beast

(Now Closed)
French Restaurant$$$$
Portland
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  • George K.
    George KurtykaOctober 14, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Don't be put off by the odd protein. You'll find that you probably never had it made the proper way before. The rabbit last night was amazing. Go. Try. Eat. Enjoy. And be sure to get the wine pairings
  • Chet M.heart icon on user image
    Chet ManciniApril 27, 2015
    Fantastic menu and wine pairings. Tip included. Seemed a little expensive, but about on par with a 1 Michelin star in NYC. Communal tables great idea but lots of dates that didn't want to talk.
  • Wilson F.heart icon on user image
    Artistry in technique and flavours, quality in produce, it is always a pleasure to return to Beast and admire the chefs at work in their small, welcoming environment.
  • Nicholas T.heart icon on user image
    Nicholas ThompsonMarch 10, 2016
    Great experience! Communal dining (I came for brunch), excellent wine pairings. I made the mistake of coming with picky eaters—better to be open to new tastes of coming here.
  • Sally Y.
    Sally YoonOctober 13, 2013
    Wonderful experience from service to exquisite food. Went for brunch and got everything (sweet, savory, cleansing and then sweet again). The duck egg with pork hash was perfection. Highly recommend!
  • Eater
    EaterJanuary 11, 2011
    It's a splurge, but each prix-fixe seating is like a dinner party gone carnivorously crazy. Get the charcuterie plates, and braised duck or beef cheeks if they're available. [Eater 38 Member] Read more
  • CITY GRIT
    CITY GRITAugust 1, 2014
    The menu changes weekly so we can only guarantee that our pal, Naomi Pomeroy and her kitchen team will serve you a meal you’ll never forget.
  • GNTLMN
    GNTLMNFebruary 19, 2014
    Prix fixe menu. Chef is Naomi Pomeroy from Top Chef. Perhaps one of the best meals of my life. All meat based menu. Don't overlook the foie gras bonbon--it's tiny, so savor it. Must make a reservation
  • Nick S.
    Nick SummersonNovember 5, 2013
    This is a dining experience indeed. A special occasion for sure and very enjoyable. Wine pairing is a must with all 7courses. Great setting in a nice neighbourhood.
  • Rory P.heart icon on user image
    Rory ParnessAugust 1, 2015
    Food was well prepared and for the most part, very good. The risk of a set menu however is that they serve something not your style. In this case it was squab, which was a bit gamey for my tastes
  • CITY GRIT
    CITY GRITAugust 1, 2014
    We’re also big fans of their constantly changing list of wine – in particular the sparklings and rose!
  • Sally Y.
    Sally YoonApril 16, 2014
    for all the top chef fans...chef naomi pomeroy's restaurant. beautiful open kitchen. menu changes daily so it's fresh and seasonal
  • Shirley L.heart icon on user image
    Shirley LiuMay 25, 2015
    Def come for the 4 course fixed menu brunch -- very worth the $45, awesome communal seating setup
  • Chuck D.heart icon on user image
    Chuck DrydenAugust 1, 2015
    Really great communal tables with intimate laid back service and fantastic food.
  • Portland Monthly
    Portland MonthlyJuly 1, 2010
    The set menu—soup, charcuterie plate, entrée, salad, cheese, and dessert—changes weekly. Always anchored by meat, be it duck, lamb, pork, or veal, the menu might be inspired by anything from Pomeroy’s Read more
  • Jason T.
    Jason TownsendAugust 28, 2011
    If you can attend one of the wine dinners here, it's worth getting a reservation. Get to know your community dining friends and enjoy a great meal together.
  • Frani L.
    Frani LiebermanAugust 10, 2014
    One of the best meals I have had, period. The foie bon Bon is a bite to remember.
  • Liz W.heart icon on user image
    Liz WalkerJuly 25, 2012
    Amazing. Recommending the wine pairing, and going with at least 2 other friends to make the communal table less awkward.
  • Kitt H.heart icon on user image
    Kitt HodMarch 24, 2019
    Arrive early for the weekend meals, for the best seats facing the counter. Skip the chef's table option, not worth the extra cost.
  • Chefs Feed
    Chefs FeedAugust 5, 2014
    Chris Israel, chef of Grüner, eats here on his nights off. He loves the Charcuterie plate. Read more
  • Brian L.heart icon on user image
    Brian LJune 9, 2019
    Not a bad dish in the whole prix fixe experience. Wow.
  • Jenn P.
    Jenn PAugust 8, 2014
    Very cool experience. Would highly recommend!
  • The Daily Meal
    The Daily MealFebruary 22, 2011
    Strike up a conversation with a stranger and make a new foodie friend - you're about to experience communal dining. Read more
  • Tammy M.heart icon on user image
    Tammy McCrayJuly 23, 2015
    Excellent brunch menu
  • Ty S.heart icon on user image
    Ty SmithSeptember 16, 2015
    Get the wine pairing.
  • Mel K.heart icon on user image
    Mel KarrelNovember 5, 2017
    Best meal experience in Portland
  • Pat M.heart icon on user image
    Pat MobleyFebruary 22, 2015
    Absolutely a must. #FoieBonBon...amazing.
  • Pawel P.heart icon on user image
    Pawel PietrykaAugust 10, 2015
    Just do it.
  • Armando G.
    Armando GarciaApril 12, 2014
    Be ready to try something new, what's the worst thing that can happen
  • Anna M.
    Anna MartinezAugust 29, 2010
    Everything, except late seating kind of inconvenient.
  • Geoff N.
    Geoff NOctober 7, 2009
    Definitely go with the wine pairings.
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