Alpenrausch

Food was good, there were a few things that could've been adjusted (over cooked escargo and pork). Service was phenomenal. Atmosphere is what we were looking for. The biggest downfall is the 20% gratuity that is automatically placed on tables of 1 or more. I was recently told this was new as of this week. Supposedly we could adjust this if we asked specifically to remove it. Servers are already earning minimum wage ($20 and hour) plus gratuity that is given to them and cooks. Although we already planned on giving them a tip, we decided not to as there was a 20% already given to them. The east coast tipping culture has moved onto the west coast tipping culture, forgetting that we earn $20 and hour, not $3-$6. ***Gratuity is posted as if it were due, however supposedly you can opt out. We were informed after the fact*** It's illegal to claim a fee as a gratuity, however they failed to even mention an opt out until after the fact.

We had reservations for 6pm but got into town earlier than expected, so we arrived just after opening and had the whole place to ourselves for a while. Our waitress was friendly, knowledgeable, and cool AF. She had a dope Klaus Nomi tattoo on her forearm, looked and sounded like Drew Barrymore, and was playing a fun playlist of retro French pop and Italian disco. She was so incredibly sweet. I'm sorry I forgot to ask her name. The food was all amazing, particularly my wife's trout. My sausage platter was wonderful, but hers was next level. Truly the highlight. Other top items were the escargot, kasespatzle, and smoked trout. Great NA cocktails too.

Spent mother’s day here and had some delicious food, my kids enjoy trying new food as much as we do so it was nice to have this option in the city. The portions are good sized and each meal we had was very flavorful. We dined outside in the covered area, but the i side was very nice and clean l

This was a very mixed food experience. Venison tartar and venison with gravy and fries, 5+ stars. Fondue was HORRIBLE, roux was broken which made fondue gritty and runny. With fondue was potatoes that were over cooked and fell apart when dipping. Vegetables are pickled, must be a thing but was horrible. I love pickled veggies but not in fondue! Warning bill has employee wellness added took it off tip.

Alpenrausch in Portland is an absolute gem! The authentic Swiss cuisine is spot on. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, making it the perfect spot for a cozy meal. The service is outstanding—friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. A must-visit for anyone looking to enjoy a taste of Germany right here in Portland!

Loved our visit. The food and service were great. We got there a little before the dinner crowd arrived. There aren't many swiss restaurants around. We had fondue 🫕 and loved it.

Great food and quality ingredients. Super filling even though some of the portions are t big the fondue helps fill you up a lot. There is outdoor seating for nice days but can get full very fast check ahead on busy days.

Mushroom soup was the highlight. Spaetzle was so salty it was inedible, and the wait staff didn't seem to really care when I mentioned it to let the chef know. The sausage platter was good, but it should've been called a potato platter as that is what the majority of the plate was. It definitely was not worth $40

Had very good food with excellent service. We are inside, which was a nice on a cool night. Love the parking in front, a rarity in this area. Will definitely go to Alpenrausch again.

Came in for dinner on a Thursday night. The venue was not very busy and from what I could tell, it seemed like there were only two people working front of house. The service was slow, but our server, who also seemed to be the host, was very nice. It took several minutes to put in our order, but it came out quickly and was delicious. The pickled vegetables were incredible and included cauliflower, mushrooms, onions, and carrots. They were perfectly seasoned and had a nice crunch. I had the Frankfurter with fries and my boyfriend had the Alpine burger. Both were incredible, but the fries were the standout for me. I would definitely come back to try other options.

Love the cozy ambiance. Very inviting for a date, time with friends, with family, or solo! We sat next to a solo diner that looked like they were having a very fine time! Checked out the grand opening and we were a party of 3. Thankful we were seated inside so I could admire all the decor. We ordered beer, wine, schnitzel, pretzel, fondu for two, and finished with the panna cotta tart. Food and service are great! Our kid loved the pretzel and the fondu. I would definitely order the schnitzel again and am still thinking about that panna cotta tart. That was the perfect finish to our meal.

There is a small indoor space and then a big outdoor patio. We sat inside and our server was extremely friendly and patient with us. I ordered the Spatzle and added the bratwurst. I also got a pretzel to start. My friends ordered the fondue which was enough for 2 people to share. The Spatzle was great. And lots of it. The bratwurst was super tasty and there was apple sauce with it. Very good. I also like the pretzel - perfectly salted and came with grainy mustard and a little bit of cheese to dip. I was just in Germany and Switzerland and this definitely was just as good as the food I had out there.

Had a decent evening at Alpenrausch. It's an immersive and more fun restaurant than it used to be! My date and I split the mini raclette (fun, cute, tasty), venison tartare (good), Kasepaetzle (bland), and Coq au Riesling (bird: fine, sauce: delish). Overall food was smaller portions, but decent. Drink-wise I would like to see more Austrian or Swiss wines on the menu, but there are an incredible array of aperitifs, digestifs, and other European liqueurs. The menu also said there's an ice luge coming soon! I would gladly come back to take an herbaceous liqueur tour of the content. The space itself as mentioned at the top is well appointed and immersive with a Swiss-alps ski cabin theme.. It's cute and cozy and the fur throws on the chairs are quite comfortable. Note: a vast majority of the photos on this post are from a previous iteration, Olympia Provisions SE. Disregard any photo taken before November 23!

Great spot for a date night! Hubs and I got reservations pretty easily for Saturday night. We had requested heated patio but changed our minds when we arrived, and they were able to accommodate us. The inside is beautifully decorated... old world charm, classy, and cozy. It isn't a huge dining room, with lots of smaller tables, so make sure to reserve a table if coming with a party larger than 2. We split a pretzel, salad, and fondue. This was more than enough, and didn't allow us room for dessert. I don't know what I'd skip next time though, because the pretzel was so good and the salad was much needed! The fondue was fun, with lots of variety for dipping. I enjoyed the bratwurst, potatoes, bread, and fresh vegetables... didn't care for the pickled veggies or cured meats. I wasn't in the mood for alcohol, but noticed all the cute cocktails being delivered to nearby tables... they also had beer from Rosenstadt brewery.

Our son decided to take the family here, for one of the adults' birthday! This will be the first time, we've heard of this restaurant, to be honest. There were six of us eating here for the first time, ages 6-73. I call this a Tapas-style restaurant because almost everything was meant for sharing. Starting of course with a large fondue, with a steaming urn of hot melted cheese. The fondue came with a nice variety of sausages, vegetables and bread, and thinly slices of apples. Other things we shared were the Schnitzel, smoked trout, Bavarian pretzel, golden beets, and the burger Alpina which was served with fries. For desert we had the flourless chocolate cake and panna cotta. Between us we did have a glass of wine, a couple cocktails and an IPA. This is a gastro pub and the drinks menu is extensive. All of the food items were delicious and as described on the menu. Service was friendly and appropriately paced. The bathrooms are clean. Our youngest, conversed easily and both were polite to our waiter, who understands children! Bonus point for him.

4.5 stars * I didn't know what to expect because I found Olympia Provisions to be overrated, and can be a food snob, but OMG this was actually amazing on most every front: Standouts: + Cozy, charming ambience + Food is actually really, really good- recommend the spaetzle (which is basically mac n cheese), the fondue, the salmon (I usually think salmon is a boring order but this was flawless and rich). I also liked the schnitzel a lot, not too greasy and big piece, but note that it comes with no sides and ours was just a tad dry. Why you might love it or not: + Great for a fun night out when everyone is dietary restriction free because it's geared to sharing but basically tons of meat, cheese, gluten + Not cheap- a dinner for 4 will run you ~$300 with tip- it's definitely a special night out and everyone will walk away full but it's not low end pricing. + It's very loud and busy- it feels like a hot spot but you will be airing your conversation to the next table and vice versa. People sit close, and the acoustics are awful, but that also makes it lively and fun for the right kinda night. Overall I can't wait to go back, but you have to want THIS vibe.

Olympia Provisions is a great! We got a seat on the patio. The service was spot on, we had drinks on our table so fast it was crazy. The charcuterie board took a while to get the table. It was an interesting mix of items. The mustard was probably my favorite, it added a nice kick to some of the meats. The drinks were delicious, the service was great, and the food was good.

Absolutely delighted to share my recent experience at Alpenrausch, especially after a rather mediocre visit to Olympia Provisions. The interior vibe, resembling a rustic chalet with a wood-burning fireplace and captivating relics, antiques, and art, created a wonderfully comfy and cozy atmosphere. The service was commendable - prompt and delivered with a friendly touch. The efficiency in getting our drinks quickly added to the positive impressions. Now, onto the highlight - the food! It was nothing short of delightful, with each dish proving to be quite tasty. Alpenrausch has certainly won me over with its charming ambiance, excellent service, and delectable cuisine. Looking forward to returning for more culinary adventures. Highly recommended!

Still fairly new to the scene, Alpenrausch has lots of potential to be an amazing restaurant, but I feel they need to iron out some kinks. The presentation of the restaurant, intimate and cozy ski chalet vibes, and the presentation of the food were wonderful, but the rest of my experience was lacking. I decided to visit for an early dinner around 4 pm and was asked by the host if I had a reservation. The restaurant had literally less than a handful of patrons when I arrived, and there were numerous open tables. I replied that I did not have a reservation and was seated in the far corner next to the wood stove. Although the stove enhanced the cozy Alpine feel of the restaurant, I was sweltering hot during my visit. When my waitress came over to take my order, I asked her what she recommended. She proceeded to say, "People have been ordering...." then ended with an, "Umm yeah," that made me feel like she did not have any genuine knowledge of the food on the menu. I decided on the fondue, schnitzel, and an Alto Apfels. Although the fondue came with an assortment of foods to dip and was beautifully presented, my fondue was rather thick and lumpy, and I personally felt it was bland and lacked flavor. My schnitzel was also plated nicely, but was a bit on the dry side. The Alto Apfels reminded me of a Hot Toddy with apricot alcohol, but I'm not sure it was worth the $16 dollar price tag considering it came in a cup only slightly larger than a teacup. The prices of the food did not seem to match the quality of the food and the service I received. It should be noted that there is also an additional Employee Wellness fee that will be added to your bill. Although business picked up slightly during my visit, it took my waitress 20 minutes to bring me my bill. Hopefully, with some fine tuning, Alpenrausch will reach it's true potential, but it's not quite there yet.

Great food. Great service Had the fondue and it was great. Look forward to returning to try other items on menu

It was a nice day and comfortable being outside. A couple of glasses of wines and a smoke trout board were perfect afternoon snack to catch up with my girlfriend. Good service, dog friendly, we spend good two hours there but nobody tried to rush us to leave. They have good sandwiches for lunch if you are hungry. It was good to feel to be back to "almost" normal before the pandemic.

Fantastic spot that is extra cozy. They are just getting their footing but the drinks and food are fantastic. A needed addition to Portland!

I really hate to give one star reviews but I'm basically trying to find the positive of our experience here. We came on a Thursday night and was lucky enough to only have a few minute wait. We were sat at a table way in the corner of the restaurant that was quite small. I wonder if our placement made us easily forgettable because we waited for 30 minutes before even getting water. We chalked it up to staffing issues. Hearing amazing things about the charcuterie boards, we ordered the chefs choice board when we were eventually served. While it was gorgeously presented, the board was bigger than our table so it was a little bit awkward. I don't know if it's the standard there or if we had a bad waiter but for a chefs choice board where we're not choosing the meats, you would think they would explain what they're putting in front of you. Everything on the board, including the jams were a "try and guess", a game you never want to play with your dinner. A decent amount of the meats were also very thick and heavily processed so they had a mushy consistency. Just overall, a very negative and disappointing experience considering how much of a staple Olympia Provisions is to our city.

We came here impromptu after we found a one hour wait for seating at the place we had in mind (it was a Saturday night, so...). Most everyone was seated out on the patio, so we had the indoors to ourselves. It took us a while to figure out our order, but the servers were very nice about it and indulged our silly questions and indecision, gave us their advice and opinions that we then debated hotly. Finally, we decided... I lucked into a Pro Move! I ordered the Grand Sausage Board for the table and it was GREAT! The portions were excellent for a table of 4 and the sausages were excellent! The frankfurter was outstanding with a snappy casing and well-spiced meat, so juicy... (drool), the bratwurst was great, as good as that from Best Wurst in Austin, the kasekrainer was a surprise, a cheese sausage that was full of flavor and texture, the kielbasa is the only item that, while still being very good, could improve. It needs about 200% more garlic to really reach Ivan Putski levels of true Polish fame. My brother ordered one of the handmade pretzels to go with the board and that was a perfect accompaniment. We each had small somethings for ourselves to follow (which we ordered only after finishing the board to see how much room was left). My brother had NO room left! I got the Public House Grinder, thinking I'd finish half and bring half home. NOPE! It was probably the best Grinder I've ever had, so I finished it as my belly grew tight. My nephew had the Carman Ranch Burger because... he is a bottomless pit at 25 y.o.. He LOVED it! His love had an order of fries, because she has self control and was also full from the board. The fries were really good, crispy and hot, not mind-blowing, but still very good. All that food and here is the biggest shock... the price wasn't bad at all! I was expecting well into the 100's, but nope. Even though the board had seemed expensive, it was so much food that it made this meal something of a deal for a place that at least I had thought was on the high end of pricing. BIG TIP. Really happy!

Nice cozy Alps ski resort vibes, great service, tasty food, and good drinks selection.

Really great and flavorful food, we had the fondue and schnitzel. The schnitzel is crispy and comes with anchovies capers and lemon to add some salty and tangy flavors! The fondue comes with lots of dipping options from bread and potatoes to veggies, apples, and sausage.

Mediocre. Absolutely do not get the fondue unless you want to coat your fondue items with a strong flavor of alcohol that doesn't seem to have been cooked down with the cheese. The Smoked Trout board was decent but didn't come with a good proportion of bread to pair with it. The Matterhorn charcuterie board felt unbalanced with not enough cheese for the amount of meat. The kielbasa/sausages, salamis, pate, pickled jicama, cheeses we did get (a blue cheese and a cider washed rind cheese) and grain mustard were pretty good and the hand-rolled pretzel & accompanying beer cheese were decent.

There's a lot of things that would make this a great place, especially now that the weather is nice: 1) large outdoor space to enjoy the weather 2) dog-friendly and 3) solid reputation for charcuterie and anything meat oriented. But in a recent visit, service was surprisingly mixed. It was an early Saturday morning and there weren't a lot of people there, so we easily got a table outside, which worked out because I had my dog. But there were only two servers working, and the server on our side was nowhere to be seen. Initially we thought it was just the one woman server, but when we flagged her down, she apologized saying she thought the other server had waited on us already. So she ended up taking our order, and then sure enough the other server finally came to check on us. The food itself was great. I had the breakfast sandwich and a side of the potato rosti, which I never had before but loved it, almost like a hashbrown in pie form. While we waited for our food, we saw one couple who went in to get a table and left saying that no one checked on them as the door, and then we saw another couple who were seated but after waiting for awhile, just left because no one came to check on them. This is too bad because I've always enjoyed the food and the nice outdoor space, and I realize it's hard to find good servers these days, but I'm worried they're going to turn off a lot of people if they don't address this soon. Which would be a shame. If you decide to go, be sure to bring a box of patience.

Patio area is nice and food is decent. Im sure staffing issues are a major contributor but the service is straight up terrible. After multiple bad experiences I will not be back. Bummer because it's a cool place.

Multiple visits here and have gotten consistently pretentious, unfriendly vibes from the staff. Really wanted to like this place because we've liked their sausage from the grocery store. There are so many more places in town with staff that will welcome you with a smile and kind attitude.

Bummer they got rid of the nice outdoor seating so a handful of cars can park there. The outdoor area was a nice vibe. Now it feels like sitting in a suburban parking lot. Might as well go to Applebee's.

Can you give negative reviews We made a reservation on open table earlier in the evening for "standard" seating Upon arrival the "hosts" informed us that we had to sit outside on a frigid night. We replied that such was unacceptable. First they told us rudely we had no choice, then they blamed open table. They mad no effort to be accommodating. When we told them that such was unacceptable they were basically uninterested in being accommodating on any way even though the restaurant was largely empty We told them that their attitude was unappreciated. They made it clear that they could not care less We will never return

My friends and I had a very surprising and disturbing experience here on January 30, 2021. During this pandemic, we are grateful to be in good health and be able to still dine outdoors with safety precautions in place. Based on how we were treated and what we observed, it definitely felt like we experienced racism and request management further investigate this and take appropriate action. As I was walking on the sidewalk alongside the outdoor dining area to enter, I waved to my two friends and was suddenly startled by someone yelling. I looked behind my friends and saw a waitress holding beverages unmoving, while standing about 10 feet away from my friends. I didn't think anything of it at the time. Brunch started off fine, however, our waitress seemed to be more strict in enforcing certain rules. This seemed like positive behavior at first, figuring certain processes were implemented to ensure the health and safety of all. My friends let me know that prior to my arrival, the waitress had instructed them to put their masks on every time she approached the table. This became a bit awkward with removing and putting on the masks multiple times for each time she would take our orders or drop off items. We did so willingly though. When dropping off anything, she would yell out a warning from afar and then when placing things on the table, she would extend her arm and kept her face turned away from our table. We started to feel like something not right was going on so we started to observe others and their interactions at the restaurant. No one else was asked to do the same or treated the same way. We assumed this was because she had some unexplained aversion to us. Again, this behavior was only with our table. It definitely was not the restaurant trying to pilot test some new process with just our table and would be a total excuse if later claimed to be. After wrapping up and waiting for the check, we were asked to stack all of our plates and utensils in one pile, which wasn't a big deal, but again we observed our waitress not asking any others to do this either. We assumed it was to minimize time at our table. Other waitstaff did not exhibit any of this with any of their customers either from what we could see. We were the only Asian minorities there at the time. Whether this was blatant racism or unconscious bias, this needs to be addressed and corrected. The waitress had around shoulder length brown hair with highlights near her face.

We are not big on beer and wanted to try some of their wines. Unfortunately 2 we wanted to try were not available. So we selected a different option. It was good, but the girl who brought it just opened the bottle, gave us a taste to try and put it back in a cooling bucket. She forgot to pour it.... We asked her to clarify some of the menu options- she didn't know because it was her first day. So she sent someone over to explain. We ordered asparagus appetizer with some kind of meat and eggy sauce, and that was really good! We loved the sauce. For a meal I had mushroom risotto- delicious! And my husband got schnitzel. We shared it and I was not a big fan of the schnitzel. To me it was overcooked and the breading was way too crispy. Not a fan. Picked Veggies schnitzel came with were good.

We are (mostly) vegetarian, and we were pleased at how much we could find to eat here. The raclette is especially tasty--and fun to eat. They've done a great job with the space, making it a cozy place for dinner on a rainy evening. I just wish they had a better selection of desserts--strudel, anyone?

Sooo cozy, honestly the hygge atmosphere is what really makes me want to hype this place. Other great things were the impeccable service and delicious alpine burger! I am coming back to this place two days in a row, it's just that good.

I loved this place. The food was great and the service was amazing. I felt like I was a celebrity the way they took care of us. Definitely going back

Love their schnitzel even though it's kind of expensive for what you get. I wish the portion is slightly larger. Service is very chill here. You just have to flag them down when you need something. The cheese sausage and lemon radler are my favorites.

Great tap house in the pearl area. Great for sporting events and an weekend pub crawl

Really disappointed as I always thought Olympia Provisions was really good. Not particularly friendly wait staff and the food was marginal at best. The liver pate appetizer was really pathetic and the ricotta dumplings were just plain sad. My friend's trout dish looked very good so at least there was that !!!

Oh boy I will say this outdoor seating was a whole lot nicer before it hit 50° at night. We went in the other day for a couple of drinks and some appetizers and boy was that wind cold even with the outdoor heaters. So keep in mind bundle up if you're planning on coming out and enjoying the patio... really have a lot of different options when it comes to drinks everything from three dollar tall boys too quite expensive and fancy items... We went ahead and grab some shops and some cider both which were quite good alongside that we went with some tall boys and we went with the coffee as well... We also went ahead and nabbed us some french fries with cumin quite a good size ketchup aïoli on the side everything was great food stayed warm as long as it could and how cold of weather it was. I really don't want to harp on it but keep in mind just how cold it is dress accordingly because that wind comes through

We had an amazing dining experience during our "date night." The food was delicious and the staff were all super attentive and friendly. We had the fondue for 2 along with the sausage board, all of which was superb. We will definitely be back.

Had higher expectations based on their other restaurant. The schnitzel pork was thin and tough and it was stuffed or wrapped which I totally missed but it was dark and was hard to read the menu. I just saw schnitzel. I liked the breading but tough meat ruined it. Kasespetzel was okay but nothing to write home about. The waiter was very nice taking the order and a couple of staff checked on us very early but then no one came the rest of the evening till I flagged someone down. We might have had more drinks if someone had checked in past the first 10 minutes of us getting our meal. Small inside space required vaccination cards but people outside don't need a card and they come in often for the bathroom or drinks so it is a bit meaningless. I think if you just want a beer and maybe a snack and sit outside on a nice summer day it might be a perfect place. But for a sit down meal we were unimpressed and they didn't even offer any desserts. For great German food and still great drinks Stammtisch is the place to go.

There is something really off every time we try this restaurant. We have given up as of last Friday. We had family in town and wanted to make a good impression, and we chose poorly. Made a reservation a week in advance for a mix of adults and kids. Not busy when we arrived and during our time there. Server was ok. Took a long time to get our drinks. When some in our party went inside to ask if they could get the glass of wine and the beer they ordered 20 mins ago they were met with disdain. The food came somewhat promptly but one of our party got fries that were cold. Not just under cooked but cold. Then we finished dinner and some late arrivals to our party due to flight delays arrived, and they were told- at 7:15 on a Friday night- that the restaurant was not taking any more orders for food. So this restaurant watched a party of 6 walk across the street to Cicoreia Pizza and drop a couple hundred bucks on food and drinks. What was different about the late-comers to our party? All but one is non-white. I think this place is not long for Portland, and it's not just staffing issues, it goes straight to the extremely rude vibe, and extremely poor management on every level.

Went to Public House on occasion and it was good but this is a vast improvement. Try the venison and duck, they will blow your brain out! Great wine selection especially if you're ready to try something new! Cocktails were great. They could have used a bit more wind protection on the patio but our server said it's in the works. I didn't sit inside but when I peaked in and it's so cute! Cabin-y hut type vibes. All in all can't wait to return and try more things!

I was craving a fancy hot dog, so decided to give this a shot. Coming to a place like this, I think I expected a much wider selection of bratwursts. There were only several options on the menu, and they were mostly very plain and heavily based on sauerkraut. If you're like me and not a huge fan of sauerkrautkraut, then there's really no options. Bummer. My friend still ordered a frankfurter and it was a bit underwhelming. The sausage was too thin and the topping were really just like free condiments. Nothing fancy or special to it to justify being a $10 hot dog. I ended up getting the $15 burger. Meat was good and tender, but once again, really plain. Honestly at this price for a burger, I'd prefer 2 meals at Little Big Burger...which is much tastier and way more filling.

Went in with high hopes. Every dish was sub-par. Fondue was so gritty and odd tasting. Schnitzel was lukewarm and dry. Steak portion was tiny. Lovely service and a cute space but not what we were expecting. We also made a standard reservation like another reviewer and were sat outside much to our suprise and dismay.

This place will do in a pinch. Slightly overpriced for how uninspired the food was. Beer was okay. Patio seating is a plus!

I decided to get together a group of 6 to try out the Fondue Friday since it was something new here. I made a reservation and Josh communicated and confirmed my reservation via email which was a great customer service move. Great! I was asked via email how many pots of fondue/board we would need. So I went to the Olympia Provisions websites, facebook/instagram pages etc and couldn't find a photo of the board anywhere to get an idea of size. So how would I know how many to order? We arrived at 5:30 and our table was all ready with a personalized "Reserve" sign. Cool! We sat down and ordered drinks. We were asked again how many pots/boards we would like and thankfully the table next to us had just had one delivered so we were able to see the size/portions. I brought up to The waiter the issue of not being able to find a photo of the fondue board anywhere to distinguish portions and also the Fondue pricing on the website etc was $40 and on the restaurant menu it was $45. He said he didn't know that and started coming up with reasons why it may of been cheaper....I literally had to pull it up on my phone to prove it. We ordered two orders for the table. They arrived about 30 minutes later The boards consisted of cut up pretzel, small boiled potatoes, onions, pickles, bread and kielbasa. The cheese fondue was yellow in color and was too liquified to really stick to the dippers. It had a strong wine taste unlock other fondue places I have trued. The burner went out and it became clumpy and the cheese and wine separated. We were so hungry we ate it anyhow. We finished everything except the onions and pickles. I would of thought that the $40 price would of been given to us but it wasn't. Not cool! I will pass on their fondue... it is way overpriced. I say stick with sausage which you are an expert at. :-)

With the colder weather here, we were craving heavy comfort food that tastes great but isn't always the best for you! No offense, keto lovers. A friend chose Olympic Provisions because they now offer fondue. Who doesn't love ooey, gooey cheese on meat, potatoes, bread and anything else you can stick in the pot? Sign me up. There was five of us so we ordered two fondue boards. Each came with a pot of melted cheese kept hot with its individual burner and a wooden board containing a large and super delicious sausage, some cubed bread, small pretzel balls, boiled potatoes, apple slices, pickles, and pickled onions. The fondue was super watery and wouldn't stick to anything so we removed our pot and put it in the board so the cheese mixture could thicken, which was much better. The fondue itself was not the best. From reading the ingredients, it had the right blend of Swiss, emmental and gruyere cheeses plus white wine but the wine taste was overpowering. Of the items on the board, the sausage was definitely the star! And it should be since sausage is what Olympic Provisions does best, it's their signature! Like the sign says! The potatoes and bread were ok; pretzel bites too stale; we didn't care for the pickled onions or pickles although I understand why it's included because the pickled veggies cut through and compliments the fat in the cheese and sausage. The cost per fondue was $45 so felt a bit pricey for what we received, and since that price was $5 more than the online menu stated, it hurt even more. I really liked the simple decor of the public house, the large neon signs, the picnic tables out front and the bar area. If I come back, I'll go for the schnitzel or a burger and satisfy my fondue cravings once a year at a fondue party my friend hosts.

Love their covered patio space, very spacious. We got the Spaetzel and alpine platter, both were very tasty. Also liked the selection of German beers.

Fabulous food and a really nice ambiance. The best fondue I've found in Portland. We sat by the fire and it was lovely.

Drinks: tried the orange spritz and the raspberry ghost. While the orange spritz is a little sweet I enjoyed it more than the raspberry ghost. As reference I am not a big fan of aperol spritz. Food: got the pretzel with a good cheese sauce and mustard. My alpine plate was not something I'd get again. For the price just a sausage with potatoes and sauerkraut was just not worth it to me. My husband got the grinder. I think that was a better option. Service: our table decided early on our waitress was either have a bad day or just didn't like us. Customer service just down right sucked. And we were shocked when our bill came and had 20% gratuity already added. We were a party of 4 it said party of 6 or more get gratuity added. Yes we awkwardly asked our waitress about this. She said oh I don't know why it's one there (long pause) I can't take it off. A duh! In my eyes 20% is for great service or dealing with a big group. Maybe it was an honest mistake or she was trying to pull a fast one either way her attitude just sucked the whole meal till the end. Top it off when we went inside for the restroom we over heard some staff talking about how one table was cheap because they just came in for one beer and another table only got appetizers. Based on the customer service I would not come back.

Eh. Where to start. Large outdoor area that is covered with a tent. They had a check in area. The hostess was less than helpful. I got my name on a list and told 25 minutes. That's it didn't ask for my number or further instructions. I stood around. Then I noticed there was a bar and indoor seating area. I walked in there and asked if I could get a drink while I wait. Thankfully the bartender Kevin told me I could indeed sit and drink and if wanted eat. Wait what? I don't have to wait for 25 minutes! Fantastic day is looking up! I found a beer to quench my thirst. And had a nice chat with the bartender. My friend arrived and since the hostess never found me, and I had been there beyond 30 minutes at this point we opted to sit inside (there was no one in there so why not!) the service from the bartender was great. We ordered the big brunch platter and more drinks. The brunch platter was different. It was missing some menu items but we got it sorted with some assistance from another server. Celista was awesome. The poached eggs were a fun addition to brunch board. I wasn't too impressed by the beige meats. The hash brown pie was great I would have like cold Kraut over the warm stuff. It was a nice nosh. We had a great visit - then our bartender had to go and he was replaced by a well less than stellar server. He literally did nothing for our table. It was worse than pulling teeth trying to get another drink. Granted we stayed quite a long time, long enough to move from the brunch to dinner menu. Why we stayed so long was because no one was inside the building - we didn't feel rushed. And we stayed because Celista (spelling) was helpful funny and attentive. All if this has to do with the vibe of the space. The food was okay. The menu was alright. The margarita was good and the Fort George was great. Would I go back for the food, probably not, the service probably not. If I was looking for a space to sit and visit sure maybe. So thanks for the 2 great servers and a yummy blue cheese.

Olympia Provisions's Public House has done a great job creating a mini-Oktoberfest feel to their covid-response outdoor seating. High beams support plexiglass to keep you dry & if you're lucky, there's an outdoor fire pit that is just enough to keep the temperature pleasant. The Matterhorn Platter was delicious & super fun (if a bit pricy). It has a nice tasting of sausage, their housemade ham, salami and cheeses. The pickles included were a bit anemic for my taste (I was really in the mood for pickles) so we ordered an additional pickle plate & large german pretzle. Plenty for 2 (maybe a little too much!) and lovely to sit outside late afternoon.

Finally made the trip to Olympia Provisions and I will definitely be back. The restaurant has done a great job at spacing the tables out and ensuring everyone has plenty of space between them and the next diner. Also - I appreciate patio dining that allows dogs - we saw several there. The food was exceptional. My partner and I had a sampling of everything. The pretzel and beer cheese was the most surprising - absolutely fantastic and I wish I had ordered the larger size. The sandwich we ordered was great too! Especially loved how the pickled flavor of the onion and peppers tasted. There was also a light vinaigrette on the sandwich- not too powering. It really was a great sandwich. We don't drink but instead ordered the lemonade. It was fantastic- definitely try if you are wanting something other than alcohol. We will be back. It was a fantastic meal with great service!!

Great food and amazing atmosphere. Feels very cozy and welcoming. The fondue was a great starter and something my kids really enjoyed.