Southpark Seafood

Southpark Seafood

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Hours
Sun
11:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Mon
11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Tue
11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Wed
11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Thu
11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Fri
11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Sat
3:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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About
This stylishly casual seafood eatery, located in the heart of downtown Portland, has been delivering Pacific NW gold in ways that are both sophisticated and approachable for over twenty-five years. Partnered with the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch, only seafood that has been fished or farmed in ways that minimize the environmental impact is offered at Southpark Seafood. Oregon Dungeness Crab, King Salmon, Pacific Oysters, Clam Chowder from scratch, and house-made everything; Southpark Seafood uses the freshest farm-to-table produce and the best of the best seafood around. EXECUTIVE CHEF, MICHAEL MOLITOR Get ready for a culinary journey that blends local ingredients with global inspiration, promising a dining experience that's both sophisticated and soul-satisfying. A PNW native and a Portland resident since 2002, Chef Molitor is a seasoned figure in the local culinary scene. His track record includes executive roles at Whiskey Barrel Lounge, Ex Novo Brewing and Ecliptic Brewing.
PRICE RANGE
₱754.00 – ₱2,725.00
CUISINES
American, Bar, Seafood
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Drinks
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Non-smoking restaurants, Gift Cards Available
4.5
4.5 of 5 bubbles657 reviews
Excellent
413
Very good
157
Average
53
Poor
19
Terrible
15

MAXFLITE
Hillsboro167 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2024 couples
Southpark Seafood is in the entertainment district of Portland and rich with theatre and concert goers. Their kitchen is scheduled around start/end times for these events as you might imagine. And reservations are highly recommended. Tim, a veteran server, guided us thru the menu. And, after he said they didn't have fish n' chips on the menu on Fridays (?...he offered a so called explanation). he suggested the sturgeon. I wanted the halibut but as my wife had beaten me to it I went with his suggestion. And, was he ever right. The smallish piece over mashers with a lite gravy was so tasty. Far too many capers...the salt would have killed the fish. The halibut was, what can I say, halibut as it should be in Portland. Only negative was the enforced 20% grat AND the mandatory 2.5% credit card fee. This has gotten out of control, does management think their guests are scofflaws about to jump the check? Granted, this is all explained on their website, I won't return because of this enforced gratuity. Outrageous. Tim, was excellent.
Written September 27, 2024
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Jason Gerlt
Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your experience. I am sorry to hear about your disappointment in our tipping policy. It is only in place to give us the ability to pool tips with our non-sales hourly staff and find a way to provide more equitable earnings for our kitchen staff. We always want to hear if an experience is less than great so we can make any adjustments that need to be made. I hope you consider joining us again with that in mind. All the best, Jason - GM
Written December 2, 2024
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Gary K
Portland87 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2024 couples
This is a new review because my last one was years ago. Southpark changed due to the pandemic and other reasons, and modified their menus and hours in the past few years. We always have liked this restaurant, but it was less attractive to us for the last couple of years. Well, it is back and is a great seafood restaurant and is open in the afternoon after matinee Sunday symphony performances. My wife and I both had the "Bubbles and Bi-valves" appetizer with three oysters on the half shell (three different varieties with grated horseradish and vinaigrette) and they were excellent. Complimentary bread is served (and it is really very good bread). My wife had the cioppino and I had the Dungeness crab roll and fries. The crab roll comes on their very excellent, toasted bread and the fries are shoestring fries and you just can't stop eating them. The service is very good. We will return after symphonies again and again. Happy hour lasts from 3 to 5 p.m. with 15% off regular prices for anything on the menu. For dessert we had affogato with their very good cookies.
Written September 22, 2024
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Jason Gerlt
Thank you for the great review and for spreading the good word! Jason - GM
Written December 2, 2024
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Slimed
Irvington68 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 family
Delicious. We wanted seafood for dinner. Nice drink and wine selection. Waiter was helpful and based on our tastes, recommended the Smoked Seafood + Artisan Cheese Board. Great suggestion, delicious. Shrimp cocktail had good sized shrimp and was fresh the a cocktail sauce with a little kick to it. Salads were fresh, and the Salmon entree and Halibut were delicious. One of our party had allergy concerns, and the waiter and kitchen handled that with a smile. Too stuffed for dessert. The restaurant has various sections, and it lends itself to a great atmosphere. The weather was nice enough to eat at the tables set up outside, but Portland's unfortunate homeless problem made us more comfortable with eating inside, although others were eating outside.
Written August 17, 2024
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Leslie B
1 contribution
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2024 family
Food and service was great however forcing and imposing a 20% tip on a party of 3 is insane. A tip is what a custom feels a server has earned. Nowadays a typical bill for 2 people ranges from 75 to 100 plus so forcing customers a mandatory 20% tip plus the credit card fee to offset your business expenses is an insult ti me as a paying customer. These are not my employees
Written July 7, 2024
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Jason Gerlt
I am sorry to hear you felt insulted. That is certainly not our intent. I completely understand how gratuities and fees in the hospitality industry can be frustrating but they are there because the true cost of operating a restaurant is not represented in menu prices. We use service charges so we can pay a living wage for staff while keeping competitive menu prices. All the best, Jason - GM
Written August 8, 2024
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Lauren C
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 couples
I recently dined at Southpark Seafood in Portland, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. My wife and I planned a rare date night—something we don’t get to do often with two little ones at home—and it turned out to be a night well spent. I ordered the sturgeon, which was recommended by Lee, the bartender who also happened to be our server. She was amazing—kind, attentive, and so knowledgeable about the menu. Her suggestion was absolutely spot on. The sturgeon was perfectly cooked and full of flavor, one of the best seafood dishes I’ve ever had. Lee’s warmth and professionalism truly elevated the experience. She made us feel so welcome, and her enthusiasm for the food and drinks was infectious. It’s rare to find such a combination of outstanding service and incredible food, but Southpark Seafood nailed it. The atmosphere was cozy yet lively, making it the perfect spot for a long-overdue date night. I highly recommend this place, whether you’re a local or just visiting. It’s a gem, and we’ll definitely be back!
Written January 25, 2025
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Issac c
Temecula1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 couples
This place was packed but we were still seated in less than 2 minutes from arriving. We sat back by the bar and Lee was bartending and still checking on us seveal times. She was amazing and we went with everything she recommended based on how well she knew the dishes. They were all amazing and I highly recommend South Park seafood and if you can be served by Lee you’ll have an amazing experience.
Written January 25, 2025
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Curiosity38397807695
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2024 family
Wwe had a great dinner and our service with Night B was top level! Fresh oysters, perfectly timed appetizers and dinner, salmon cooked so tender and egg not creme Brule was a real treat! Definitely coming back! Great for family, date night or even a client dinner!
Written December 26, 2024
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Linda V
Long Island96 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 couples
We started with oysters-3 different varieties served with lemon, cider vinegar, and fresh shaved horseradish. Delicious! The mixed green salad was artfully plated, beautifully fresh, and perfectly seasoned. The gentlemen enjoyed cioppino with a variety of tender seafood in a rich, flavorful red sauce, perfect for dipping the freshly baked bread that was offered. We women had spicy shrimp and grits, perfect level of heat! Great wine selections from local vineyards, strong espresso, and delicious desserts!
Written August 18, 2024
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Renee H
Denver25 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 couples
We had the most wonderful lunch here!! The food was incredibly delicious! The Dungeness Crab Roll, Clam Chowder, and Mushroom Cream Puffs were to die for!! Our server, Molly, was one of the best servers we’ve ever had; she made the meal so special! In addition to the wonderful food and service, the location is fabulous and the entire staff was so welcoming; they really made us feel appreciated. Be sure to stop by the Farmer’s Market on Wednesdays, across the street from the restaurant. The floral bouquets are beautiful.
Written August 12, 2024
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Carol M
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022 solo
I can't remember if I have ever give a #1 rating. But the service here was so bad I would have given a zero if possible. Stopped in on the recommendation of a tour guide from a company I was reviewing for YouTube Initially I told the hostess I wss ordering take out. However, after paying for the food decided it would be cold by the time I got back to my location and immediately told hostess I would be dining in. I was seated and a waiter brought water to my table. I told him I initially was take out but had changed my mind. It should be noted it was around 2pm and only three other tables occupied inside and a couple outside. I noticed other tables were provided bread and butter so I waited to receive same. After 2 waiters passed me several times I tried to get one of their attention unsuccessfully. I finally got up found a waiter and asked for bread and butter. He obliged. However, I had no silverware. As I am trying to figure out how I'm supposed to put butter on bread without silverware another waiter walks by and drops silverware on the table without saying a word. Eventually the hostess brings my entree along with the side salad I ordered. I prefer to eat my salad first and then my meal. So, rather than eat my salad and have the meal get cold, which is what I wanted to avoid, I decide to take my salad with me and just ate my entree. I ordered the fish and chips. I must say the fish was excellent, probably the best I have had with an order of fish and chips. It was moist, cooked to perfection, and the coating was the exact level of crispness. The fries, however, were mostly hard and only a few decent enough to eat. I would have liked a glass of wine but NO ONE ever returned to my table to ask me if I wanted anything or if everything was ok. So, no wine. Finally, after finishing and it was clear I wasn't going to be helped by anyone I got up and went to the kitchen staff to ask for a to go box for my salad and was given one. Quite honestly I don't see how a restaurant stays in business with such rotten customer service. I never leave a tip under 20-25%. But, this time I felt the mandatory 15% take out gratuity was too much and left nothing additional!! I am going to contact the person from the tour company who recommended this place and suggest they stop doing so because as I was leaving I saw another person from the tour was also there. I hope they were treated better than me.
Written August 6, 2022
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Jason Gerlt
I am so embarrassed to hear about the level of hospitality you experience with us. You should not have fallen through the cracks simply because you had a take-out order then decided to dine-in. Thank you for bringing this to my attention. We will be implementing additional training and make service steps for these types of scenarios a part of our continued staff education so something like this doesn't happen to other guests. As I am sure you can see from our other guest reviews and the fact that our local guides recommend us that this is not a typical experience with us. May I invite you back for a true Southpark Seafood experience? It would be unfortunate if this one, albeit very poor, service experience defined the restaurant for you and motivated you to spread negative sentiment. Please send me a direct email at jason.gerlt@southparkseafood.com - I would love the opportunity to make this right. Sincerely, Jason - GM
Written August 9, 2022
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David L
Redmond1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 couples
We visited Southpark Seafood for the first time on January 6, 2024, and had an exceptional experience thanks to Matthew, our server and amazing bartender. He took incredible care of us and made us feel so welcome with his friendly smile and outstanding service. Matthew’s menu knowledge was impressive—he recommended the sturgeon with lemon caper sauce and chanterelles, which was absolutely phenomenal. For dessert, we tried the house-made lemon cheesecake, and it was the perfect ending to a fantastic meal. Thank you, Matthew, for making our visit unforgettable. We’ll definitely be back!
Written January 6, 2025
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Erica M
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2024 friends
Had a great meal at Southpark Seafood. We got there at the end of happy hour and couldn't resist trying several small plates: the salmon spread, the shrimp cocktail, and the oysters. The amazing house bread was so great, also. For our mains we had the piccatta, and two different salads. Our server Ricky kept our drinks full and we got honest reviews of several things we were trying to decide between...and the recommendations were completely on point! The ONLY negative is that we were desperate to have the egg nog creme Brule we haven't stopped talking about since we had it last year....only to find out it isn't a regular dessert menu item. Fingers crossed as we head into December we will get another chance at it, it was seriously special!
Written November 23, 2024
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Jason Gerlt
Hi Erica! Thank you so much for the stellar review! I spoke to our pastry chef, Bob the Baker himself, and he says the Egg Nog Creme Brulee will be back this coming weekend. Looking forward to your return!
Written November 25, 2024
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Cindy L
84 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 family
We went for a late lunch. We easily found a parking place nearby. I am gluten-free, and my husband is not. Though there is no gf menu or indications on the menu, the waiter knowledgeably made numerous recommendations. My husband had the fish & chips. I had the clam chowder minus the gnocchi and fries. The fish & chips were hot & tasty. The breading on the fish was crispy, and the fries were thinly fresh-cut. The clam chowder was delicious. Lots of clams and bacon in a tasty potato base. 8 clams on the shell included in the bowl. It was so satisfying on a Spring day. Prices were a little high but the quality of the food and service were outstanding.
Written March 29, 2024
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Carol G
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2023 couples
We had much better expectation but got very disappointed experience. We ordered Salad, Ceviche and Paella. Began with Ceviche mixed with green bean which was kind odd. When $56 Paella arrives we were shocked because this meant for two people's paella was only about 12 inches in diameter, with 2 pieces white fish, 6 pieces shrimps, 10 claims and hand full of peas on top of the rice. It has heavy fishy smell and did not taste well. The server has sweater shirt which made us thought he was one of the customers rather than waiter. After $108 before tip, we felt we would not go back again.
Written May 6, 2023
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Jason Gerlt
We are so sorry to hear about your experience and that the food you ordered was not to your liking. Our spring time ceviche is made with aguachile and snap peas for a fresh, seasonal and unique twist. We would have loved the opportunity to have made you something different that you would have enjoyed. Anytime a guest is unhappy with their choices we are always happy to replace it with something that would be to their liking. If you wouldn't mind sending me an email at jason.gerlt@southparkseafood.com I'd love to hear more about your experience and find a way to make it right. Best, Jason - GM
Written May 9, 2023
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Expedition204012
Portland3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 friends
I ordered the Cioppino Seafod Stew. The Dungeness Crab was plentiful and prominent in the presentation . The broth was a simple tomatoe soup like taste, yet satisfying. I did not detect any saffron . I would say however, our server was superior. You will be lucky if your server is Robertito, he was attentive, and quick to respond to our every request.
Written February 28, 2024
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