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RingSide Steakhouse Portland Reviews
The food and drinks are always excellent.
Great service. Expensive and a tad bit too crowded, not very comfortable seating for larger groups.
Ambiance is nice, steak was delicious, i had the best creme
Ambiance is nice, steak was delicious, i had the best creme brulee in portland here. It was nice strong vanilla, creamy but not sickenly oily, real vanilla beans, nicely torched surgar layer on top. Really really loved. Only way it could be improved? Add a rasberry and a blueberry for garnish. Will order this everytime. Service was pretty good but.... There was a charge we were NOT notified about. The bone in ribe eye was a but salty but the outside was nice and crisp. Husband loved it. We got the 20 oz bone in ribe eye. We were going to share it as we had ordered 2 appetizers (which was good because we couldn't even finish that). No where on the menu said there is a charge (8$) to split it. We actually did not ask for a split... the waiter asked if we would like for the kitchen to split it onto two different plates. Had we known it was an extra charge, we would have refused - my husband and I are fine with sharing a plate. Minus a star for that. Tldr: Waiter volunteered to split the steak for us, didn't tell us it was extra, not indicated on menu, but food was good, he was otherwise polite.
For the price, I'm rating it a three.
Ignore the price, it's a four. Great atmosphere. Completely conducive to a great night out. Staff is on point. Polite and thorough. Our water glasses never went below half. Drinks were ok at best. The cosmo was perfect. The Sapphire martini was average. Including all the chips of ice on top. Stuffed olives were tiny. I like to eat something with my martini. Filled right up to a fingers width from the rim. Nice three count if you ask me. The wedge salad was delicious so was the mixed green salad. Flavorful dressing and fresh produce. Don't persecute me just because I like my steaks cooked a bit more than some. But my medium well ribeye was RARE. I mean completely raw in the center. But only on half of the steak. They want you to cut it open when they bring it to you. I did that on the one half but the other half was rare. Weird. Very fatty piece of meat and not that tender really. What I cook at home is so much better and for the value. The filet mignon was cooked to perfection and was very tasty. But compared to a Costco steak that I cook on my Traeger...? I guess we're paying for more than just the steak. In the end, I'd rather stay in my pajamas and cook a good Costco steak at home. 1/4 of the price. That's just me. It was a great night out and I don't regret it at all. We paid for the reputation and the service over the food.
Incredible food, and awesome service!
This was our very first time at Ringside. ALL the food is incredible, and our steaks were perfectly prepared! The service was flawless, and our excellent server was Jessica. You have to try the onion rings, followed by the Creme Brulee' for dessert!!! WOW. $$$$$
We had an excellent meal here for our Anniversary.
They included a complimentary creme brulee as they found out we were celebrating. Our steaks were done perfectly and the onion rings were as good as ever. Prices are a bit hard to swallow.
Excellent spot, love the onion rings.
Been many times and this place never disappoints.
Yes! Food, service, ambiance.
..all of it! I haven't been there since they reopened, but I'm confident it's all good!
They survived the kitchen fire and recently reopened.
We went Sunday night and pleased to report that they are back delivering the same great food in the same lovely space with the same great service. I did something that I never do in a meat forward restaurant- I ordered the entree-sized crab Louie - it was wonderful - an amazing sized plate- so when added to a very cold gin martini and onion-rings and a few samples of my partner's steak I took home enough for the next day's lunch. I never eat fish at a steak place but I did on Sunday and it was delicious. Happy to say that they not only survived the fire the returned as if nothing happened- love it!
They had a "soft" opening tonight 8/1.
This is probably the best (New York) steak I have ever had! Medium rare, but red throw out yet somehow warm. The rolls were good and the baked potato came with butter, bacon , and scallions , and I forget what else. Luckily it did not really need black pepper because I could not really get it to come out of the shaker or the one they gave to replace it (wonder what I did wrong). The pFriem pale ale was really good too. Perfect meal! Quick service by waitress and others who cleared empty glasses, plates and helped with pepper shaker. Nice dark steakhouse atmosphere, very dark at first until your eyes adjust. They didn't have my favorite desert, but I was a bit tired of it the last time I had it before the fire. I wasn't really expecting they would reopen after so long!
The space has an old school feel and well designed.
We ordered the 20 oz. dry aged bone-in ribeye with chimichurri, crab cakes, onion rings, Brussels sprouts, and mushrooms. Almost every bite of steak was a bit too salty so maybe the chefs had an off night? I ordered it medium rare and some parts of the steak was rare, so inconsistently cooked too. The onion rings definitely lived up to the hype--it had an airy batter and the onion was almost al dente, soft but had a firm structure. Crab cakes were loaded with crab and creamy--pretty solid item. Mushrooms and brussels sprouts were fine, nothing special. Service was attentive and earned their money that night, checking in on us constantly and gave great descriptions and suggestions. They even gave us a complimentary dessert for our anniversary. The only part that bugged me was they didn't warn us before splitting our steak since I prefer to keep my steak whole. Then the bill came and we saw an $8 charge, which is standard at some places, but would've been nice if they warned us beforehand so we could opt out of it. We actually prefer to keep it whole and cut as needed.
This is my favorite steakhouse I have ever been to! First
This is my favorite steakhouse I have ever been to! First of all the homemade onion rings are out of this world. When I went they had a bone in filet mignon and it was the best and most tasty steak I have ever had! The service was great, they were super busy so I would make a reservation if they take them.
Great Experience With Food & Service
Great cozy restaurant! Loved the atmosphere for the lower sound level so that we could visit and hear our talks with friends. Good wine selection. Steak was good, but not cooked to my request, but didn’t want to take the time to send it back. I had the Filet which was delicious, but too much for me…wish they’d off er a smaller size. Onion rings were touted as the best in the area so we had to try them…they were very good but too thick for our liking. We really prefer very thin ones… but the sauce served with them was excellent. Overall, we were very pleased with food and service.
DREAMY Onion Rings and More!
We celebrated a couple of birthdays at Ringside and crazy to say, I've lived in or near Portland for 30 years and had never been! I know... Shameful! I made reservations via Ooen Table and we arrived a few minutes early. After a brief wait, we were seated by the super friendly Host/Hostess staff at out exact scheduled time. Our Waiter, who's name unfortunately slipped we, was awesome. He was rather formal and explained the menu very well. While many steakhouses offer all menu items ala carte, many of the menu offerings included a side dish. He was quick to point out that they were happy to substitute an alternate side if we wished, which I thought was nice. We began with a large basket of onion rings and I'm without words to describe how amazing they were! They were large with a light breading and perfectly salted. And when you took a bite, they remained intact, as opposed to the entire onion separating from the breading. Even though they're obviously deep fried, they were light as air. I would return just for those alone!!! We also enjoyed a jumbo shrimp cocktail and an heirloom tomato salad which was so uniquely presented and enough for the 3 of us to share. Probably one of the best caprese salads I've ever had. I ordered the dual lobster tails which included mashed potatoes which were garlic Heaven. And the lobster was cooked perfectly! The other two in our party had steak and baked potato, for which all of the toppings were placed in the center of the table for maximum customization. The meal ended with complimentary Birthday dessert. Overall, I loved the entire experience! Great old world steakhouse (dimly lit with red chairs) vibe and impeccable service! Bartender made a great martini too! It's in a pretty high price point but totally worth the spend.
This was THE BEST!
This was a grand dining experience. Two of the party of four were celebrating birthdays and only one person in our party had attended this restaurant before. It was a delightful evening with everything perfect from start to finish. The appetizers of onion rings and crab cakes were delicious. The onion rings were the very best! The steaks were cooked to perfection. Didn’t find fault with anything, which is rare. The dessert of crème brûlée and citrus sorbet were wonderful and with the gracious service made it an all around memorable dining experience. We will return….and not just for a special occasion.
This is my favorite place for steak.
They actually serve a USDA prime and dry aged steak, and they know how to cook them perfectly. Their onion rings are a must, I understand the seafood is good, but I'm allergic so I can't say from personal experience. The salad dressing is wonderful and I loved the garlic mashed potatoes. They have wonderful appetizers and very strong cocktails. When I'm feeling very carnivorous, this is where I go. I've had steak in every halfway decent place and this clearly is the best. Of course, They charge you accordingly. But I would rather have an expensive perfect steak, than an inexpensive, mediocre One. I have to say there is one more reasonably priced steak that I order when I don't feel like going to a high-end dinner house, mothers bistro and bar serves a wonderful, medium priced ribeye. The ambience is my favorite in the city. Service is impeccable.
Major wedding anniversary (60) and knew we wanted to go the
Major wedding anniversary (60) and knew we wanted to go the Ringside. I have been going here since the mid 1950's and have alway loved it. We know we will get great food and service so that was our only choice. All in all it was nice, but not great, we were seated in the little bricked area on the west side of the building in a corner next to another couple who were way too close to us. The real problem was that they were extremely loud, especially the woman she was talking and laughing all through the meal. She was on here phone constantly and speaking with the man at the same time. Kind of ruined the evening for us. Our waiter was ok, but not up the standard that we expect from Ringside service. The food on the other had was excellent and we enjoyed it even with the shouting neighbors. We will of course return because we know it will be better next time and the food will still be great
I am a huge fan of the Ringside and have been going since I
I am a huge fan of the Ringside and have been going since I was a kid so close to 50 years:). They do things right here. The service is amazing and even though I am a Z lister they treat me, and make me feel like an A lister. This visit I was here for this past Monday night I had the Prime Rib dinner which is an amazing dinner, and quite a deal as well. The prime rib was amazing as always cooked to perfection with two great sauces on the side as well as horseradish. The mixed green salad was amazing, and the creme brulee is to to die for. A trip to the Ringside can't be complete for me without their amazing onion rings, which I believe Jame Beard described as the best he had ever had:). I like the old school feel. Definitely, has a coozy rat pack feel. If Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis jr, Dean Martin, Peter Lawford and Joey Bishop were still alive they would be going to The Ringside no question. I like that the servers are dressed to the nines, and the lighting is dark. I like that Lebron James when he is in town likes to visit The Ringside that speaks to what a great restaurant The Ringside is as Mr. James can go to any restaurant he wants and he chooses The Ringside
This is a perfectly good old school steakhouse experience.
The service is good, the food is good - with a couple of standouts. I had the prime rib and my friend had the baseball cut top sirloin. The steak was the winner- thick, tender & delicious. The garlic mash with it was good too. The onion rings warm their place as a house fave- crispy on the outside with thick cut onion inside. The prime rib was good with minor complaints. It was tender and clearly good quality meat, perfectly cooked but oversalted. The si jus was a weird combination of too salty and kind of sweet, making me wish I hadn't poured even a small amount on the meat. It was still a good meal though. Overall I think the price is mainly for the old school experience. I'd consider going again for a birthday or special occasion for someone who enjoys that ambience.
Outstanding steakhouse with very old school vibe especially
Outstanding steakhouse with very old school vibe especially in the bar area ! Great service ,top quality food,and all around good experience.
Bartenders take things that people say too seriously and
Bartenders take things that people say too seriously and kick them out because they think they're going to get in trouble for something that's not actually true. They are nosy and listen to other people's conversations to protect themselves but in the end they lose business and clientele.
Haven't been since our first trip to Portland 15 yrs ago.
Happy to see they've kept their high standards in place. We shared the oysters on a half shell. Side of mignonette sauce, fresh grated horseradish & mini Tabasco sauce bottle. Yes, it's always a risk to do raw oysters. However, the safest place to partake, would be a VERY good restaurant. So, we devoured them within minutes of hitting the table. SO GOOD! We split the Caesar salad to avoid over stuffing ourselves. Served "chopped salad" style. Crispy croutons, shredded parm, just enough dressing to coat the romaine. Very nice example of a Caesar salad. My son had the NY steak. Served perfectly med-rare as requested. HUGE baked potato with all the fixings. The house butter was lightly flavored with Worcestershire sauce(?). Really good choice. I chose my fav Rib eye steak served rare. Just perfect. Flavorful, perfectly seasoned & not needing any other accoutrements. They really do an outstanding job with steaks here. Not knowing the restaurants history, I'm assuming it's been around for decades. Probably will continue decades longer. Also shared the sautéed cabbage side. Not something we would have ordinarily ordered. However, it was a nice change from mushrooms, or asparagus. The added mix-in of the egg yolk really added richness to this dish. At the suggestion of our waiter, Daniel, we had the house-made chocolate toffee with a glass of Port. Thin sheets of dark chocolate & chunks of toffee. Yes. It was great. Nice job Daniel. This is Portland's version of Peter Luger. Has that old steakhouse vibe. Dark, cozy, & comfortable. Makes you feel like ordering a martini or an old fashion. Great place to have a well prepared steak dinner. Friendly staff. Well versed waitstaff. Attentive restaurant managers. This place is gold.
Everytime I come here it is always a wonderful experience.
The food is beyond worth the price but the hospitality does not compare to any other steakhouse in Portland. Todd was our waiter tonight and I can't say enough good things about him. Onion rings and onion soup are a must!
Place never disappoints! Classic steak house with great
Place never disappoints! Classic steak house with great wine selection. Onion rings and prime rib are truly first rate!
We recently came to Portland for my sister's bachelorette.
She loves steakhouses and so when I found out that RingSide Steakhouse is the oldest steakhouse in Portland, I knew we had to come here. Online the reservations portal only allows for reservations for party of seven or less. Eight or more, you have to email them. So I did and got my options. When I let them know that I was just interested in dining in the main area they did that for me. They called me the day before our reservation to confirm. When we arrived we were greeted immediately. When we sat down our server was great. He explained the menu and answered all our questions. The majority of our group got the ribeye for two and split them. And the nice part is the restaurant splits and serves it on separate plates. We also ordered a large order of onion rings for the table. We also ordered several sides to share amongst the table. We ordered the cabbage, pole beans, lobster mashed potatoes, and Korean spiced heirloom carrots. I got the crab cakes as my meal. All the food was good. The ribeye comes with one choice of a side. The ribeye was tender and everyone's was cooked just the way they asked. The dessert was delicious. They also sent the crème brûlée free of charge since we were celebrating. The chocolate mousse was so good. The banana ice cream was so good and it worked with the whole dessert. The cheesecake was good too.
Going back again & again.
Great atmosphere & service. French onion soup, lobster mashed potatoes & crème brûlée absolutely delicious! Nice valet parking.
Ringside…Nice Wine List & Service!
Ringside has a fabulous wine list, including half bottles. They also have excellent staff and a wonderful wine sommelier. I sat in the lounge area and enjoyed a beet salad. While I looked forward to the prime rib, it was super dry. The staff graciously replaced it with a petite filet. The filet was very good. This is your typical old school steakhouse with excellent service.
The service and the FOOD were outstanding! The best part of
The service and the FOOD were outstanding! The best part of it, was not having to fight for a parking spot. The valet is top tier! Had me feeling like VIP! The ceviche was FIRE! I will be back with my family next time!
This Steakhouse was established over 80 years ago, and is
This Steakhouse was established over 80 years ago, and is now with the third generation of the same family. So unusual in these times. Just goes to prove that if you have a success, you keep going. It's just a bit special. Ambience, service, and food is first class. The staff are all very professional, and seem genuinely happy to be of service, creating such a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Katie and Todd especially. I had the Puget Sound Oysters, House Caesar Salad, and the 10oz Filet Mignon. All perfectly prepared and served. The freshly prepared horseradish I took as an extra nearly blew my head off. Beware! A perfect dining experience that I will definitely repeat.
Everything we put into our mouths tasted amazing.
We made reservations a couple weeks in advance. They called ahead to confirm and I had to ask about parking - they have their own valet private lot. The dark wood features and fireplace and decor made for a cozy atmosphere. We were seated in a booth and offered delicious sourdough bread. We got a small basket of their fried French onion rings that were so dang good. They come with this special blue cheese dipping sauce that is to die for. I ordered the New York steak with a baked potato and it was cooked to my liking. My friend wanted hers a bit more done so she sent it back twice - I think they error on the side of under cooking it instead of over cooking. They have a terrific drink menu but I'm on antibiotics so I opened for their yummy mocktail that I would recommend if you enjoy tiki drinks. I can't wait to come back. Everyone was so nice.
Excellent service from Jason.
The food was perfectly prepared and presented. Definitely recommend.
Food and service were amazing, came from Ca and this place
Food and service were amazing, came from Ca and this place did not disappoint at all. Very cute spot for a date night
If you are looking for a old school New York style steak
If you are looking for a old school New York style steak house this is your place! The service is great, very attentive with a lot of personality. The dry aged steaks are amazing paired with their amazing loaded Baked Potato. That coupled with their specialty Onion Rings and the impeccable Cesar Salad! Enjoy!
This is one of the best steak houses I've ever been to.
There're staff was excellent and on top of everything couldn't have asked for a better experience. Had a bone in ribeye and fried chicken. Both were excellent. And the atmosphere is everything you want in a steak house. Definitely will be my go to place when I go into the city for a nice dinner!!
Great onion rings but they need to offer dipping sauces
Great onion rings but they need to offer dipping sauces like ranch or blue cheese. I don't care for their house sauce!
First timer here.
There's valet or you can park on the street. Atmosphere is pretty nice, very dim lights inside. While you wait on your table you can sit at the bar and start pre gaming, I guess lol. The food was delicious, I got the lobster mashed potatoes and it was amazing. The wagyu and Scallops was also delicious. They also have delicious cocktails, very strong for my taste. Staff was wonderful and knowledgeable. Will definitely come back because celebrities come here.
Service and Food was wonderful.
However, there was a table with loud children which was a put off and rather annoying experience. Paying quite a bit for a dinner it somewhat ruined it for us - I'd think people should either go elsewhere or get a babysitter.
What a wonderful experience for a birthday dinner.
The food and service is the best!! Tyler, our server, made our dinner a fun event. Our party of four all had different steaks and all were prepared perfectly. We also had their famous onion rings as well as salads and soups. I can't wait to go back again.
Prime rib special terrible
Had prime rib special. Though in the past we've had some great steak dinners there, but this special was pretty much inedible, super salty, low quality. I had an email response from the "Assistant General Manager" who said he would get back to me, but I never heard from him again. The service at this restaurant is quite good, but not good enough to outweigh this prime rib special and the dinner tab. All in all, a very disappointing experience after patronizing this restaurant for many years in the past.
Classic steakhouse at historic restaurant
My recent visit to Ringside Steakhouse was a pure delight. The historic ambiance, exceptional service from our waitress in black tie, and outstanding seafood appetizers set the stage for a memorable evening. The steaks were perfection, desserts sinful, and the wine list impressive. Ringside is a must for those seeking a classic and exquisite dining experience.
Great steakhouse
It’s a very unassuming building but inside it’s a great traditional steakhouse. Great steaks, good service and the onion rings may be the best I’ve ever had.
Culinary Excellence!
An incredible dining experience! Terrific ambiance, super-professional wait staff ( Scott is a gem), beautifully staged, and perfectly cooked filets. Every aspect of the dining experience is polished and shiney!
this was last summer, I just went again and they changed
this was last summer, I just went again and they changed the way they make it it's burnt and surrounded with beans. I was disappointed.
We love LOVE Ringside, we usually sit AT the bar we so can
We love LOVE Ringside, we usually sit AT the bar we so can chat with Jimmy. Last night's experience was in a restaurant-side booth, which is the next best option. However, the hovering and constant "taking away" of plates and almost-anxious removal of bread basket and onion ring plate (with food still present) had us exasperated! At one point we said "stop, we're good!" So NEXT time, as I am a devoted Ringside fan, we will give our expectations for the dining experience, on OUR terms. "If we need something, we'll let you know!" The over-hovering was an experience killer, the constant conversation interruptions were intolerable. So, please Ringside, let your guests enjoy their meal and conversations.
It is high time, COVID being OVER, that the late evening
It is high time, COVID being OVER, that the late evening operating hours once so convenient for any number of people and reasons, are restored. Along with that, the Happy Hours, once one of the best locally, need to be restored. Dont hand out any "corporate speak" nonsense in a review "responce". Just get it done. Now. This means you Peterson.
Bring Back Happy Hours
3/17/2023 It is high time, COVID being OVER, that the late evening operating hours once so convenient for any number of people and reasons, are restored. Along with that, the Happy Hours, once one of the best locally, need to be restored. Dont hand out any "corporate speak" nonsense in a review "responce". Just get it done. Now. This means you Peterson.
Onion rings, wedge salad, and the Tomahawk.
One of the best steak house experiences I've had.
I was pretty upset that they managed to upsell my dining
I was pretty upset that they managed to upsell my dining partner on this special olive wagyu beef that they had for a limited time. And we were already in a bad mood for totally unrelated purposes...But all that foolishness stopped when the food actually arrived. Why?My bone-in ribeye was the stuff of legends. But the star...That olive-fed wagyu. It was absolutely excellent. One of the best custs of meat we've had in a long time.Thanks for that... and don't sleep on those onion rings or desserts either.
Classic steakhouse.
Great service. Good food. Not very innovative. Ambiance, very traditional. Loved how everyone said thank you on our way out.
Old school mood, check.
Low lighting and waiters in blacks and whites, check. Such a steakhouse that there are few vegetarian options, check!Went here with vegetarian hubs and got the filet with mash, most excellent! Hubs got a bunch of sides, also most excellent. Were they veggies swimming in butter and delicious? Yes. Can they do better, yes!! Hubs' company had their holiday dinner at a competitor steakhouse because they offered vegetarian entrees and not just a bunch of sides thrown together. Yes I get that you're an old school steakhouse but you can serve greater Portland better by offering more for the non- carnivores or this place will miss out!
My bf surprised me with reservations here for my birthday.
I was so impressed with their welcoming service to all. We rarely ever eat so fancy. The ambience was beautiful and romantic, the service from walking in to our server was great. The food was absolutely delicious. Prices reflect there wonderful food. I ordered a New York center cut and my bf ordered a filet mignon. There Cesar salad was yummy. It was my first time trying crème brûlée and it was delicious. We loved this spot and will definitely want to come here again for another occasion. I highly recommend getting a reservation as they are usually booked. We booked a late one and it was still perfect.
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