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Gado Gado

$31 to $50

Indonesian / Malaysian

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2 people

Dec 22, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

Innovative
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

Nominated for Best New Restaurant and Best Chef in the James Beard Awards, Gado Gado is an Indonesian-focused restaurant in Portland’s Hollywood neighborhood serving an eclectic menu that derives flavors from owners Thomas and Mariah Pisha-Duffly’s cultural heritage, travels, and culinary backgrounds.

In addition to an extensive à la carte food and drink menu, groups are invited to indulge in a bountiful family-style, chef’s choice Rice Table dinner — Gado Gado’s interpretation of the Dutch-Indonesian “Rijsttafel” feast.

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Executive chef: Thomas Pisha-Duffly

From the OpenTable editors: James Beard Award-nominated Gado Gado is what celebratory dreams are made of, thanks to owners Thomas and Mariah Pisha-Duffly’s colorful Indonesian feasts. Order hit dishes like the flaky Malaysian roti à la carte, or go all in on the family-style “rice table” experience for a sampling of curries, grilled meats, and clove-scented rice served on vintage plates. Enjoy it all in the charming dining room with custom bird-and-fish wallpaper or on the outdoor patio with patterned rugs and tablecloths.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Indonesian / Malaysian, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(503) 206-8778
Website
https://www.gadogadopdx.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
1801 NE Cesar E Chavez Blvd, Portland, OR 97212
Neighborhood
Northeast Portland
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Singaporean Chili Crab
Multiple dates available
Every Sunday and Monday come enjoy our special Singaporean Chili Crab dish. A jumbo Dungeness crab cooked in our sweet chili gravy is served over a bed of rice noodles with sweet rolls cooked in coconut herb butter. This dish is intended to serve 2-3 people and is $125 per dish. A $25 fee will incur for a no-show or a cancellation within 24 hours of your reservation. If you want more than one crab please utilize the add-on option to increase the amount.
Omnivore Rice Table
Multiple dates available
We are so excited to present to you, our family style Rice Table, our interpretation of the Dutch-Indonesian “Rijsttafel” feast. Let us fill your table with dumplings, breads, curries, grilled meats & fish, sambals, aromatic rice, & more of the very best of what we have to offer! Full table participation is required. Guests with other allergies and dietary restrictions will likely be asked to order a la carte. There are no substitutions on the Rice Table at this time. *menus are subject to change please check out our website* $89 per person non inclusive of gratuity!
Pescatarian Rice Table
Multiple dates available
Enjoy the full Rice Table experience without land-based meats! Full table participation is required. Guests with other allergies and dietary restrictions will likely be asked to order a la carte. There are no substitutions on the Rice Table at this time. *menus are subject to change please check out our website* $89 per person non inclusive of gratuity!

What 143 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Portland / Oregon
Best Food
Portland / Oregon
Innovative
Portland
Best Overall
Portland
Best Food
Portland
Innovative
Portland
Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Gado Gado in Portland offers a vibrant dining experience with "wonderful food, service, and ambiance." The Rice Table is highly recommended, showcasing "flavors out of this world." With a diverse menu, attentive staff, and a welcoming atmosphere, it's a perfect spot for special occasions or a delightful night out.

143 Reviews

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Caitlin
Portland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Can’t recommend enough for service and good food. Every time we come we leave happy.
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Tina
New York City
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food was tasty, but coursing was off. on prior visits our dishes came out in a steady pattern but this time we waited a while for the first few dishes to come out, and then the rest (like 6 dishes) came out all at once which wasn’t ideal as i felt rushed to finish everything or food would get cold. recommend only bringing out 2-3 dishes at a time please.
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kevin
VIP
Portland
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It is a great experience trying new foods. All the dishes were delicious, and the staff did a great job explaining the different dishes. Be sure to try the bread. It's amazing !!
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John
Portland
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, delicious drinks, attentive service.
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
Nashville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant is truly incredible! We did the tasting menu and every single dish was OUTSTANDING, including the cocktails. The service was also wonderful and everyone was super friendly. 10/10 experience!
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Debra
Portland
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We ordered ala carte and enjoyed each item. Spicy and tasty! A little heat on some of the items. A unique and delicious experience. We will be back!
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Wendy
Seattle
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Great food! Rice table was very good with exception of dessert which was a little disappointing. Service was very minimal and fairly disconnected. Some minimal explanation and delivery but not as good as other places in area with these experiences. Good to do once but probably won’t go back given value.
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Marty
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Ordered six dishes to share and everything was great. Esp liked the beef redang and the warm chanterelle salad
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Kurt
Portland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Seriously some of the best flavors in Portland. I’m never disappointed by this place.
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Andres
Poland
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Outstanding staff, food was great. The only big miss was the coconut pandan custard that accompanied the donut. The custard had a very bad aftertaste . Not sure if it was rancid or they use a coconut flavoring paste .
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FAQs

Gado Gado is rated 4.9 stars by 143 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 22, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

1801 NE Cesar E Chavez Blvd, Portland, OR 97212

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Northeast Portland
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Indonesian / Malaysian, Fusion / Eclectic
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.gadogadopdx.com/
Phone number
(503) 206-8778

Gado Gado

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Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Singaporean Chili Crab

Omnivore Rice Table

Pescatarian Rice Table

Menu

What 143 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Gado Gado restaurant rated?

Is Gado Gado currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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