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Amadeus Manor
Categories: Restaurants German Event Planning & Services Venues & Event Spaces German, Venues & Event Spaces [Edit]
2122 SE Sparrow StMilwaukie, OR 97222
(503) 659-1735
- Hours:
Tue-Thu 4:30 pm - 10 pm
Fri-Sat 4:30 pm - 11 pm
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot, Valet
- Attire:
- Dressy
- Price Range:
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$$
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- No
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Quiet
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
28 reviews for Amadeus Manor
Review Highlights
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"...on a hill overlooking the Willamette River in Milwaukie." In 2 reviews -
"Nice building and great view." In 4 reviews -
"For dinner, events, there is a grand Piano." In 3 reviews
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28 reviews in English
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Review from Laura C.
5/18/2012
I LOVED this place from head to toe! Or shall I say, ground to roof - and the 3 floors of Liberace-like decor in between.
We made a 6:15 dinner reservation and were allowed to sit on the patio. The view of the river was phenomenal! I'll be back for happy hour this summer, just to take it in again, and again.
We first ordered the Sautéed Prawns. I have not idea what was in the sauce, but it made even the leaf garnish taste like a little bit of heaven. Next we got the Wilted Spinach salad. The balsamic dressing was wonderful! I don't like mushrooms, but my friend coaxed me try them with "How do you know you don't like them if you don't try them?" I'll admit they were tasty, but I can get past how they look. Emeril could flambe them in front of me and they still wouldn't be something I choose to chew and swallow. The bread looked and tasted rich with butter and like it'd just come straight out of the oven.
My friend ordered the Chicken Costanza, which made him groan in ecstasy. I got the Pork Leopold. The meat and aujus were fabulous, as were the mashed potatoes but I could have done without the red beets or more mushrooms. I was embarrassed to leave them on my plate uneaten, but not enough to actually eat my veggies. Had the chef asked why I pushed them aside, I would have given him the old standby "It wasn't you, it's me".
Between courses we were given sorbet "to cleanse our pallets". It tasted like pineapple with a hint of mint. Yummy!
Our server started out being a lovely Austrian woman, but when we asked to move from the upper balcony to the lower, our server switched to the downstairs bartender. Both were very nice and gave wonderful customer service.
Now, let's get back to the restaurant. It looks like a beautiful old mansion that's quite possibly is haunted. Our bartender/server swears the place has no otherworldly presence spooking it's halls, but I wouldn't have cared if it had. The formal dining room is adorned with chandeliers and tables with white linen tablecloths. No matter where you sit, you are facing a window (albeit some have better view of the river than others).
The entrees run between $18 - $35 but they advertise on http://restaurants.com, so you can get a $25 gift certificate for as low as $4. That leaves you room to splurge on appetizers, drinks and dessert.
I can't wait for the weather to warm up so we can go to have drinks on the lower deck after work! -
Review from Skip L.
Rainier, OR
12/4/2011 1 Check-in Here
I took my mother here for her birthday. I thought it would be special since she used to come here years ago with my father - even when it used to be the Fernwood Inn or something like that. We were about to be disappointed.
We made reservations for 6pm on a Saturday evening and showed up on time. When we went inside, there was one couple dining with all the other tables set but empty and there was no host/hostess or even a waitress in sight. We waited by the hostess stand for about 10 minutes (in the meantime, another couple showed up and waited with us). Finally, one of the only two employees we saw the entire night appeared and showed us to a table - right next to the only other couple there!
There were three of us and the table had four settings except two of the settings did not have any silverware. We waited for another ten minutes before the same woman showed up again with water and asked for our drink orders. We gave them to her but rushed off while we ordering some hors d'oeuvres. When she came back with our drinks, we had to ask her to stay a moment and take our order for the hors d'oeuvres.
We then waited about 30 minutes for the hors d'ouevres to arrive. In the meantime, they sat three more tables (which brought the total serviceable tables to five the entire time we were there). When she dropped them off, we had to ask if we could give her our orders for the main courses before she rushed off again.
We then waited about 45 minutes for our meals to arrive. In this last wait, the waitress only cleared some of our dirty dishes. By the time we finished our meal, I noticed that everyone of the tables that were seated after us plus the one before us had finished and left. We then had to wait another 30 minutes before getting our bill. All in all we were there for 2 1/2 hours.
The service was simply terrible and they were completely unapologetic.
As far as the food goes: I had the Beef Stroganoff ($26.95!) and my mother and my wife had the Chicken Cordon Bleu (also about $26.95). All the meals were tasty and properly cooked but certainly not worth the nearly $30 each. Add in the wine and the hor d'ouevres and the meals came to $50 per plate (before the tip)! For that kind of money, I expect much better service and some pretty special food.
Oh, and since we used a Google Offers coupon, they pre-determined the tip at 18%. If it wasn't my mother's 85th birthday, I would have complained loudly, but instead, I remained polite and simply signed the bill.
I will never be back to this lousy overpriced restaurant. -
Review from Susan F.
Beaverton, OR
5/13/2012
My husband and I have special memories of Amadeus (or Fernwood Inn as it was known at that time). We had our wedding reception there in 1980 and it was really lovely. Guests could sit in any of a number of small, cozy rooms on the third floor, and on the second floor were the food, cake and bar. It was a magical setting with magnificient views and the food (prepared by Chef Horst) was amazing. My parents returned many times over the years to celebrate anniversaries and Horst always remembered and prepared Baked Alaska for them.
To celebrate our sixtieth birthdays, we brought a group of 11 (mom, sisters and their grown kids, our grown kids and some friends). The decor had changed somewhat but the views were just as we remembered. Kristina is the charming new owner--don't know who does the actual cooking. As other reviewers mentioned, things got off to a slow start. Water did not arrive for about 30 minutes. Bar drinks and beer on tap seemed limited--a young bartender did not appear to be too saavy and it took 1.5 hours for a glass of wine to arrive.
All that being said, the food was absolutely devine. Kristina said everything is homemade and I believe that, except perhaps for the mashed potates. We sampled escargot and a Brie appetizer--both excellent. The bread was exquisite--would love to get the recipe. Mushroom soup and wilted spinach/bacon salad were out of this world delicious. Even the house salad was very tasty and everything is beautifully presented.
The bartender came through with killer fresh fruit margaritas. Then the sorbet arrived...oh my goodness. Hard to describe how good it was! Entrees ranged from Chicken Cordon Bleu to Austrian Sampler to Steak Oscar to Seafood Pasta to Austrian Schnitzel to fresh Salmon. Everyone loved their dinners, including the younger members of the crowd.
Kristina presented us with a special rich chocolate dessert and insisted on sending home a bottle of champagne for our birthdays. She brought my mom a glass of champagne and a flower since Mother's Day was the next day. We were there for three hours. Americans are not used to European dining--we tend towards fast food and expect speedy, efficient service at all times. Our evening at Amadeus was interesting. We found ourselves getting impatient at times, but soon realized this was a meal to be savored and digested slowly (so much rich food). It allowed time to soak up the ambience and spectacular view, go exploring throughout the building, check out the wine cellar and simply sit and enjoy each other's company and conversation.
We look forward to another visit to Amadeus--it is spendy but if you approach it as somewhere to go for truly memorable events and plan to spend lots of time there, it will be a very pleasurable experience. -
Review from Adria C.
Campbell, CA
4/26/2012 1 photo
Had a few great meals here during high school and college. Sad to see the brunch is gone!! Defiantly my favorite part of Amadeus. I think cutting service on a tuesday would have been better than cutting out their BEST meal on Sunday. Sad, Sad.
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Review from Jeannie J.
Portland, OR
Updated - 3/18/2012 3 Check-ins Here
They're closed fror brunch. They're open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday still. One of my favorite brunch spots is gone. Totally bummed.
Listed in: Brunch!
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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7/18/2008
I'm surprised more people haven't been here, aside from the fact it is a bit of a drive from… Read more »
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Review from Cris W.
Milwaukie, OR
4/5/2012
Lovely place, great food...but I am afraid they may be gone for good. There was a listing on Craigslist yesterday for a "huge estate sale" at Amadeus Manor, and it was selling restaurant equipment and china :(
If this is the case, Milwaukie has lost a unique establishment.Comment from Jason B. of Amadeus Manor 4/11/2012
I would like to assure all of our wonderful fans we ARE NOT… More » -
Review from Wendy B.
8/23/2011 4 photos
We arrived on time for our Sunday dinner reservation, and ended up waiting for a table with a view. Not their fault, ours. We were entranced by the view of the Willamette River below and wanted a special table. Very romantic and we watched as the sun set and the lights started to twinkle. This greystone, gracious lady must have been a real belle in her day. She is still is charming, but now needs some TLC. I suspect the economy is making it difficult to keep her doors open, but she is a jewel. I loved the chandelier in the ladies restroom, for one. The tables were each dressed with white linen tablecloths and a large bouquet of lilies in crystal vases. Then, there was the lovely music, Mozart, of course.
We started with probably the most amazing mushroom soup ever. And I've had some really wonderful ones. Then came the palate cleanser. "Everysing ees top secret!", she replied when asked about the sorbet (I think pineapple mint). Then she gave me a secretive smile. I dared not to ask any more questions. Just made compliments.
Next, beef stroganoff for both of us. The gravy with fresh mushrooms and cooked red bell pepper, was very (black) peppery but a wonderful flavor and the meat incredibly tender. Topped with candied carrots, and raw red bell pepper, green onion, fresh tomato. Very colorful and finished with a dollop of sour cream. Delightful.
They had a small but interesting wine list. Mr. B ordered a glass of a German white wine that he really loved but couldn't remember what it was. Dessert was an Austrian bread pudding.
All in all, the food was wonderful. Even with a http://Restaurant.com voucher, our bill went over $100.
Lovely experience, but it came with some caveats:
Cloudy glassware with lipstick marks. Obviously, some attention to quality is needed there. Also, very slow service. The waitress/hostess (i.e. same person) was dressed poorly for the ambiance she was trying to create, and looked frazzled. But still, she came across as friendly and welcoming. Parking up close could be a nightmare in the dark, there is a narrow, unlighted driveway with accommodations for about 6 cars at the top. And as for the handicapped, probably not a good idea for wheelchairs no thanks to the steep, uneven paved ramp up to the entry. There are also no restroom facilities on the 1st floor.
Now, I am going to get on my soapbox about the impatient guests. In one word...Reservations. If you don't make them, you can't expect a fine dining restaurant to overstaff just because you are too lazy to call ahead. It affects everyone. This was part of the problem that night, and several customers got up and left angry. She had 4 reservations, but 9 tables while we were there.
Now. Don't let any of my negatives keep you away! You should enjoy this place and appreciate it for what it is. Dump the snobbery, or don't go. -
Review from Alicia P.
Oregon City, OR
2/17/2012
What a gorgeous place for dinner! This is a 1921 home originally built for a large family that is now entirely a restaurant. While we weren't able to enjoy any views since it was dark outside, the inside was beautifully decorated and created an intimate place. The food is wonderfully prepared with a variety of choices. I would highly recommend it as a place for special nights or to take business associates. We went for a Valentine's Day dinner, a few days after the actual holiday and really enjoyed having the place to ourselves.
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Review from Maggie O.
Hillsboro, OR
2/15/2012
My sweet husband took me here for Valentine's day last night. His family is of Austrian descent, mine is German, so we both like that type of food & are very familiar with it.
The building is AMAZING. But the decor is weird/old/falling apart. I think this place might do better on an average night but falls apart for big days/events. We ate upstairs, and I think maybe the downstairs is put together better decor-wise. The chandelier in the room we were in was falling apart and was so low that everyone kept bumping into it. Tables were placed poorly and ours kept being bumped into. No music upstairs which seemed to prompt one somewhat drunk woman into striking up profanity laced conversations with neighboring tables and making cracks about the chandelier anytime anyone walked past.
The food was way overcooked. Salmon & pork were dry. Veggies overcooked. It was all edible but not special. I chalk this up to a volume of customers they coudln't handle. But also probably this place is suffering in this economy & just isn't using the best ingredients or chefs. I suspect at one time this was a great place, but they've failed to keep up with the times and the menu was seriously outdated. They only have 1 beer available which we thought was odd for an Austrian place. Wine menu appears to be printed about 10 years ago & is in a heavily handled plastic sleeve, like the kind you get at office depot.
Our waitress was clearly in over her head. To demonstrate this she kept talking to herself so everyone could hear: "OK YOU NEED YOUR SALAD" "AH-I FORGOT YOUR BREAD!" all the while slowly running around in this cramped upstairs. Nice lady, but this was quite distracting.
Clientele seemed to be all 60+ except for a few of us in the 20s-30s demographic. And I think that's who they're catering to here. I don't mean to sound snarky-but I think anyone 50 and below paying this type of price is expecting a more authentic Austrian menu, higher quality ingredients, better beer selection, a current wine menu not in a grimey fingerprinted plastic sleeve, and a waitstaff who are professional.Comment from Jason B. of Amadeus Manor 4/11/2012
thank you Maggie for your comments. we are aware of most of… More » -
Review from Mikhail H.
Beaverton, OR
1/19/2011 3 photos
This is one of me and my husband's favorite restaurants in Portland because we have never had a bad night here. Parking is a bit scary and you feel like you are on a cliff face but then you realize you are standing in a forest area overlooking the Willamette River. They have extensive gardens you can walk through and year round they grow lillies for all their tables so when you walk into the restaurant you are greeted by Mozart and the smell of asianic lillies. The house is something out of another era long forgotten filled with antiques in every corner.
There are limited staff and most things are done by the actual owner so count on European service - it may take a bit but the owner always remembers us even when we have not visited in quite awhile asking specific questions about us personally that show she really does remember us - now that is impressive.
Their bread is some of the best I have had - flaky and buttery perfection. For appetizers I adore both the baked Brie and their escargot. Their food is very well made but also is presented well. They add those extra touches like leaves in between the plates and herbs showing that they care about your whole experience in dining, including the visual elements as well. You will want to be quite hungry to experience all of your courses. My personal favorite is the sorbet served to cleanse your palatte before your entree arrives. They make it from scratch there and no matter what flavor they are serving that night it has always been sweet heaven.
They offer a reasonably priced German wine selection and we have since added many to our preferred wines to buy.
I also enjoy a restaurant which is flexible. We once brought in my husband's brother who is a Vegan. He is used to not really going out a lot and is very sweet about it but we asked and the waitress told us everything he could not have (such as the sorbet which has eggs - we would not have thought of that) and the chef happily made Tim his own menu. He also told us that next time we should just call them the day before and he would do even better and shop specifically for him etc. How is that for service going above and beyond!!??
We always look forward to a beautiful and relaxing dinner here no matter the occassion. I have also gone here with may a friend to introduce them to it which they thanked me thoroughly for. It is also a wonderful restaurant for group gatherings like birthdays (of which I have been to several here). I have never personally attended a brunch but it is on my list!Listed in: The Best of Portland, Shall We Brunch?
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Review from Ashley C.
2/25/2012 1 photo
Yum! A good friend recommended the place, and I am so glad she did! My husband took me here as a late Valentin's Day date since he is a chef and had to work. The dining room was beatifully dressed with white tableclothes, nice old fashioned china and large vases of red tulips. The owner, Christine, is very nice and sat us right in front of the giant fireplace and told us about the specials of the evening and guided us through the menu. She promptly brought us out some bread and our bottle of champagne. A few minutes later we were presented with our appetizers, a luscious mushroom soup and the chicken pate plate. I must say the chicken pate was so buttery and artfully presented that I could have eaten it all night long. Seeing as they specialize in Austrian cuisine, we had to have the schnitzel and the sausage sampler platter with two kinds ouf saurkraut. Both were devine. We had a very nice palate cleanser sorbet, pineapple mint and then were comped a slice of the chocolate torte. Our meal came to over a hundred dollars but we had eaten so well and so much and had some to bring home, I wouldn't think twice about going again. My only wish is that it wasn't so far from my house. But then again, that will probably save me money. ;)
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Review from Ben W.
Portland, OR
10/21/2011
I took my cousin and her husband to Amadeus Manor for her birthday and we had a great experience. Amadeus Manor is a fine dining restaurant that serves Austrian and other European classics. The views of the Willamette River are stunning, and the dining room is comfortable yet formal. We made reservations for 7:00, but we did not need to because we were the only party in the dining room for the evening. The service and food was exceptional. Christian was the consumate host. She attended to our every need, making suggestions when we didn't know where to begin and strongly recommending certain items. With her thick German/Austrian accent, you can imagine as she recommended the mushroom soup, "You will have it. You must," she strongly belted, as we chose each course.
I was careful, and had the Austrian platter, which had a nice selection of Bavarian specialties; the schnitzel was delicious, the sauerkraut - all made on site, very different than the jarred kraut you sling on hot dogs.
The piece-de-resistance, was the Bavarian chocolate torte. You have to try it, because mere words will not do justice.
We highly recommend Amadeus Manor. It is a shame that this fine restaurant is not a part of the usual Portland restaurant scene. I am secretly glad it's not. It's kind of a best kept secret. -
Review from Andy B.
11/5/2010 1 Check-in Here
Great food with a great view and a great deal with the Yelp coupon (crap, where's my thesaurus...?) for this taste of Europe east of the Willamette. Everything I ordered was delicious and absolutely exquisite: the escargot, the fried oysters, the salad, and even the free sorbet treat.
Parking can be a bit of an annoyance. If you're early, you might be lucky and score a spot on top of the hill. Patrons are asked to park perpendicular to the cliff-face to allow for more customers, but space is still very limited. Otherwise, be prepared to take a little hike.
Go while the sun is still up and take a tour of the manor, enjoy the view, and get comfy for an amazing dinner! Saving $20 off the bill with Yelp just sweetens the deal further.
Ambiance: 5
Service: 4
Food: 5
Value: 4
Bonus: +1 for Yelp special offer
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Review from Don B.
12/20/2009
Where in the world did this place come from? Did someone snatch this little stone mini-castle off of a hill in Germany and drop it on a hill in Milwaukie? I had no idea this place even existed!
Amadeus Manor is a stone building sitting on a hill overlooking the Willamette River in Milwaukie. Hidden amongst the trees, the building looks straight European from the outside... and the inside as well. A large classic wooden door opens into a small entryway that hosts a grand piano, stairs going to the upper dining area, stairs to the basement, and to the right, a large room filled with tables, a fireplace and a nook with a large picture window overlooking the Willamette. It's really a stunning view.
We showed up in a large group (15+) and had made reservations for Sunday brunch. The one server on duty (who had the whole room) was very personable, fun, and efficient as hell (you know those Germans - models of efficiency). We were seated and immediately offered champagne and OJ. While the size of our group naturally slowed every involved process, she did a great job of making sure that we at least had booze in us while we were waiting to place orders, etc.
The menu for Sunday brunch is somewhat limited and VERY Euro. Eggs Benedict, an omelet of the day, a quiche of the day (more like a terrine) a catch of the day, chicken cordon bleu, a meat plate, gravlax Benedict, french toast, and the like. Nothing healthy at all. The prices ranged from $11 to $20 (for the assorted grilled meat plate). The mimosas were $5. The meal also automatically comes with corn muffins and a sorbet (today's was pineapple vanilla mint).
The omelet I had was downright delicious. Black forest ham and cheese cooked perfectly with a dollop of an incredibly flavorful hollandaise sauce on top, a steamed broccoli floret with a dusting of parmesan, salt-boiled potatoes (my new favorite type of potato) and some fruit. It was a large plate of food not including the muffin and sorbet. I destroyed this well-presented (and surprisingly perfectly cooked - especially with one chef getting 15 plates out at once) meal thoroughly.
The server did a great job of splitting the check 15 ways, and was able to get us settled out in not much time (again, considering the size of the party). Everything she did was with a smile and a bit of a fun banter/spark of entertaining sass.
Overall, the quality of the food, the setting, and the fun service combines to make a five-star experience in my book. Were it not for the combination, the lack of anything even remotely healthy on the menu and the odd location down in Milwaukie would probably drop it to 4 stars for me, but if you're looking for a classic, hearty Euro brunch in a setting perfect for your grandparents, this is the place.
Good stuff.Listed in: Mornin' Yawnin'
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Review from Cortney R.
Woodinville, WA
Oh! This visit was a few months ago, but I really like this place. I cannot believe I have lived in Portland my entire life and just recently visited this beautiful place.
Part of the charm is the service. It's horrible. Truly slow, but always with a long suffering smile and apologetic assurance that our order or drinks were coming right up.
Food was surprisingly good given the delay in service, but they do know what they are doing there.
Oh, the coffee with the clotted cream was to die for. Yummidy Yummidy Yum!
Love it, can't wait to go back. -
Review from Amado L.
12/20/2009 1 Check-in Here
So, I'm heading south on McLoughlin Boulevard with a car-ful of Yeeps, muscle memory kicking in, hungry as hell. But wait, why are we passing Acrop? Oh, yeah. It's because we were instead heading to Amadeus Manor for UYE brunch.
From the minute you walk in, it's like you've just stepped back in time. Baby grand piano included. The out-of-the-way restaurant, whose name was in reverence to a certain musical genius, had an at once historic and familiar feel. Nearly every table was afforded either a great view of nature's beauty or is within a few feet from the warmth and calming aesthetic of a majestic fireplace. The cozy, old-world interior would be the backdrop to epicurean delight.
I have to admit having gone to this brunch with a slight trepidation because I don't usually do brunch. But when the champagne started pouring, there was no turning back. Couple that with a few pre-entree treats like fresh-baked cornbread muffins and a palette-cleansing pineapple/vanilla sorbet, and you know something great was yet to come.
And the entrees certainly did not disappoint. My tablemates were ooh-ing and ahh-ing at their French Toasts and Eggs Benedicts and Gravlax. My very own Omelette du Jour-- today's featured Black Forest ham and cheese-- was (and I never use this term often) 'to die for.' It was a marriage of tangy and sweet, complimented with a driblet of their amazingly exquisite Hollandaise sauce. The salt-boiled potatoes-- a departure from the hashbrowned or country varieties that I typically enjoy with my breakfast entree-- was a welcomed deviation.
Too bad I passed on desert. Their bread pudding sounded amazing, and would definitely have to be consumed on a future visit.
This was an amazing brunch experience, and I'll definitely be back. -
Review from H O.
Portland, OR
1/3/2011
+: Nice building and great view.
-: Took my mom here for a special Mother's Day Brunch and was kicking myself in the ass the whole time.
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Review from Danielle K.
Portland, OR
12/28/2009
I really, really hate to be the wet blanket here, because it's clear that Amadeus is a very well-loved establishment right outside of Portland. God knows it's been around long enough. Also, my dad loves this place, and made my mom go with her a lot back in the '80s.
My initial reaction after brunching here was a gung-ho 2-stars, and even now as I write this review, I have yet to allot stars, just because I'm just not sure.
Give 'em two stars? God knows I was annoyed that it took an hour for coffee to finally reach me. And the foliage on the plates and tables, the decor, and the palate-cleansing pineapple-peppermint ice was straight out of the '60s, and not my thing. At all. I was definitely channeling Heidi that morning with all the dated Europeanness.
At the same time, though, I was part of a huge party, and even though we had reservations, that's just a lot for two servers to handle. So maybe I shouldn't doc so much for the wait and for the two-hour-long sesh.
Because, then there was the view. Which, let's be honest, was damn stunning. I actually walked in and thought for a split second that it was an enormous painting. Alas, it was a window.
And then there was the food. All palate-cleansers aside, the corn muffins were good, the mimosas kept on coming, and my French toast was pretty awesome.
The brunch menu was not extensive, and almost all of the food on it will make you a solid candidate for a triple bypass. However, I didn't hear one peep of criticism by anyone at the table--we all enjoyed the French toast, the eggs benedict, the eggs benedict with gravelax, the quiche of the day, and the omelet of the day. Prices, though, are steep, and it's always a factor that I strongly consider in my reviews. Is eggs benedict worth $16? Really? Not in my book. And I'm not sure if I would line up to pay $12 for the French toast again, either (this was the most frugal on the menu).
The service, though, was very accommodating, and whoever was working the kitchen was a freaking genius to get 15+ plates out at nearly the same time, all hot. Bravo!
So...I'll be fair. Four stars. That toast was pretty good!Listed in: Breakfast, Baby!
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Review from Julie M.
Multnomah, OR
1/17/2008
This grand house is a must to visit every year...in any season.
Great view - and a marvelous place for a classy, peaceful, excellent breakfast.
Linens on the table, this place will make you want to take your time.
Lovely creme for aromatic Coffee, with fruit and veggies elegantly served with your breakfast.
Nestled in the forest above River Road, this is a superb place to take your mom or best friend for a Birthday. For dinner, events, there is a grand Piano. Would be nice for a small group event, such as an Anniversary - especially if you forgot to find a gift! Mom's night out, or an Engagement Dinner with family. Treat a friend who just survived Chemo or surgery...to get em back out there. (a little secret - use a discount coupon from The Entertainment Book - no one need know)
For detail people...this is not German.
Think Swiss alps, and keep going for that touch of big city sophistication mingled with quality earthinesss. This is Austrian. Come experience the difference.
(i'll upload photos sometime soon - or come take your own!
Take a right Just off River Road, south of Portland via Mclaughlin)Listed in: Smoke-Free Breakfast - Ahhhh!, On The Water, Top Restaurants
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Review from Stephano G.
Portland, OR
3/15/2007
Let me start by saying that I have only eaten here once. The price tag is a little intimidating, as I have college loans to finish paying.
That being said, when I have the money, this is where I would spend it. I was in the fine dining industry in Connecticut for 10 years, and I seldom ran into restaurants that combined fine dining and that warm feeling that you're eating at someone's home.
I wish i remembered everything well enough to go into great detail, but here is a brief summary:
Champagne (Pol Roger) along with Escargots to start, both of which I highly recommend.
My girlfriend had Duck a l Orange, and I had Bouillabaisse. These were accompanied by a wine selection that made me wish my last name was Gates. Both meals were served in a classical style, the Bouillabausse being served in a tureen beside the diner. The duck was simply amazing, with a delicate but spicy flair, the kind of sauce that I wish i could mimic.
The dessert wine, a Gewutztraminer I believe, finished things off wonderfully, along with whatever amazing dessert they did that night (I'm sure my girlfriend would recall the name).
I really wish I could give you more details, but it was quite a while ago. Needless to say, it was good enough for me to long for my return. You can be sure that I'll freshen up this review when I do so.Listed in: Top Restaurants
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Review from Naomi C.
Chicago, IL
1/11/2010
I've only visited Amadeus once, for my sister's engagement party. I can't speak much on the menu, since it was preset, but I can speak on the food. It was probably some of the best food I've ever had. Or at least the salmon dish was. I can't recall exactly what I ate (since it's been a while) but I remember it was so delicious that I still think about it to this day.
The private room in which we were placed was beautifully decorated. It was on one of the top floors with great views of the Willamette valley and river. The service was quick and helpful.
I couldn't rave more and look forward to one day visiting again. -
Review from Atterly C.
Portland, OR
9/17/2010
I tried this place out quite honestly because I was bored, hungry and found a coupon in the newspaper for early bird specials and appetizers. To my chagrin when I arrived the owner walked up behind me to unlock the door about an hour after they were supposed to have opened. The owner told me to look around while she chatted with people planning their wedding reception dinner. When she got around to giving me a menu there were no appetizers or early bird specials. When I asked about them she offered to let me pick one of the two least expensive items on the menu and get a smaller portion for $10 (no appetizers?).
The food: homemade bread was very good, the entree not so much. I ordered her chicken special that was overcooked and dry. There were strawberry slices on top of what tasted like dehydrated boxed mash potatoes. When I couldn't finish the "meal" (because I had week old left overs in the fridge that tasted better) she offered to not charge me for my beer (I paid anyway) and gave me a homemade shaved ice sorbet (which was very good). She was very friendly and told me some probably too personal stories while I waited half an hour for my food, however I can't in good conscience give a higher rating as it is a fairly expensive restaurant and I would feel bad if someone paid full price and got similar quality food. With that said there are some pretty good reviews from fellow yelpers so maybe my meal was a fluke? -
Review from Zuzana K.
I came here with my husband because we had certificate from http://Restaurant.com. It is really out there, far-far away but it was easy to find, following Google Maps.
PARKING: There was a small parking lot and then narrow steep path up to the manor. Since the parking lot was empty, we looked around and realized that the narrow path was actually the driveway. We drove up and found several parking spots next to the restaurant. It was more convenient since it was raining heavily but as we were leaving, it was quite scary to back out of the spot and turn around in such a small space at the edge of a steep cliff. So watch out and be careful.
THE RESTAURANT: Just like expected, this place had an old fashioned elegance to it. The dishes, silverware and glassware were old fashioned as well. Walls are lined with books and there are two huge windows outlined with a giant picture frame - nice touch. Restrooms are upstairs so on your way make sure to look around and notice various antiques on display. All-in-all, this was too shabby for my taste, felt like dining in a dusty museum. But some may love it. So, you decide for yourself.
My favorite part was the music, which was, of course, Mozart.
FOOD: It is a classic Austrian cuisine. If you can not cook and like good comfort food, this is a wonderful place. However, I do not like to go to restaurants to pay for food that I can easily make at home. Unless it's a quick takeout.
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Review from Audrey W.
Portland, OR
6/15/2010
No. No. No. No. No. No. No. I was there with a large group for brunch. The menu had a few selections and me being a picky-ish eater I decided the best choice for me was the French Toast. Oh man was I wrong as the austrian woman lectured me about how it pretty much was the worst thing on the menu to order and proceeded to tell me how wonderful the Eggs Benedict were. So, trying to have good manners and not argue (too much) and not make an issue in front of our guests I ordered the Eggs Benedict. Everyone really enjoyed the Eggs Benedict but me. I enjoyed the ham, muffin and hollandaise sauce but the eggs made me sick to my stomach as I can't stand eggs cooked over easy. *Sigh* all because I was trying to be polite and not be yelled at by my waitress.
I will not come back ever because I do not think that the waitress should dictate what I should or should not eat. I also don't think it is their position to make me feel bad or guilty about the selection I do want to order. I mean, I am paying for it myself right? Yeah. So I have to say a big no go for me. -
Review from Bruce K.
Tualatin, OR
4/15/2010
We went here in the Fall and had a wonderful authentic European meal complete with palette cleansers and amazing dessert. We used our Entertainment Book, otherwise it was out of our budget. The menu is simple and easy to browse. There is live piano music and a dynamic view of the Willamette River. Every table had fresh flowers and we were able to tour the wine cellar, the upper rooms and the grounds after dinner.
This is a great romantic place for a date. I'd probably go once a year. -
Review from Toni M.
Portland, OR
2/14/2010
So after reading a few of the reviews on this place, the hubs & I decide to give it a whirl..... although, we headed out for dinner, not brunch. We arrive around 7:30-8-ish on a Tuesday night, & our first thought is, "Are we in the right place?", our second thought is, "I know we called, but is it open?"....... well, we were, & they were....... & that's where our story begins!
We climb the stone steps to the renovated majestic house turned restaurant/wedding venue, sitting high atop the hill overlooking the city & river. The views from the dining rooms are amazing. We sat comfortably by the fireplace (that was so big I could literally stand in it!), & looked out the window that provided a gorgeous view.... & it was a clear night, so with no problem, we could see all the way to OHSU. We didn't have to slip the waiter any extra Benjamin's for this choice seat either..... we were the only people in the entire restaurant!!
That made us panic a little, but I had faith that my fellow Yeeps would not steer me wrong, & we were in for a wonderful meal.
A wonderful meal indeed!! A truly all around 5-star experience! Service was warm, friendly.... & certainly attentive. All kidding aside, only one other table came in for dinner while we were there, so if the service was bad, that would have been pretty inexcusable..... but I am going to go out on a limb here, & say, just from our interaction with our server, he knows what he's doing, & could easily work a room!
& the food....... AMAZING!!!!! Delicious. Period. A feast for the senses. Visually, aromatically, & tastefully decadent!
A beautiful romantic setting, wonderful service, superior food.... all wrapped up in a place that most people, even native Portlanders, don't even know about! Get the word out Yeeps! This place is top notch!! -
Review from Rhiannon H.
Gladstone, OR
10/9/2011
I am so glad I checked this place out! My 10 year old daughter and I got dressed up on a Saturday night and drove up the narrow driveway to the small parking lot outside the Manor. My first thought walking into the restaurant was how awesome the tacky decor is! A bunch of randomness; old books in shelves, mirrors everywhere, old costume wear scattered on surfaces, chandeliers galore! We were greeted and seated immediately at a table for two with tablecloth and candle. The ladies hosting and serving us were very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. The view of the Willamette River with gorgeous. My daughter ordered the Seafood Medley and I the Austrian Sampler. We both very much enjoyed our dinners. I had a cup of coffee to finish the meal and it was served with fresh whipped cream "in the style of Vienna". One of my favorite things about the visit was that everything was served on mismatching plates! So odd and cool! We did use a coupon but still spent over $50 (including tip). A little pricey for my blood but a neat experience. After our delicious meal, we wandered around thee upstairs of the Manor. More mirrors and tacky decor! So awesome and, gotta say, a little creepy. We had a great dinner and found the place to be so interesting, we will be back. The place is hard to find but we're glad we did.
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Review from Big Spender C.
Portland, OR
5/28/2010
Had dinner tonight and had to wait and wait and wait. OK, the food was average to good, but the service was good when it came infrequently ... but come on, spend a few bucks and get someone to help you. We got there early, 5pm on a Friday night so we could miss the rush hour. A few couples and a table for four came in about 6pm. Thank God we got our dinner by 6pm because we never saw her again. The owner with the heavy accent was trying to take care of all the tables. With these prices you should have better service. I usually let an average meal go by and not write in yelp but I want this place to be better so spend a few bucks and get some help ... I said that already didn't I. We paid up and left but was actually looking forward to dessert and to relax but when we were ignored we decided that was enough. I really do feel that writing this stuff will help the owner and I hope she takes heart and plans on hiring someone else on Friday nights if anything.
