McMenamins Hal's Café

We had a relaxing and wonderful lunch here. We sat inside and enjoyed the interesting art and beautiful stained glass. The chandeliers really need dusting but other than that everything was perfect. We shared two small plates that were perfectly cooked and delicious. Wait staff was attentive. Service is a little slow but we weren't in a hurry.

I had a nice breakfast at this McMenamins location. The wait was a bit long, and the eggs were overcooked. The restaurant was busy, though; there was only one cook it looked like. I was compensated for the error. The food was tasty, especially the hash browns. Very enjoyable.

01/11/2025 (Sat) We had the Three Rocks Rum Banana French Toast ($16) and the Slabtown Breakfast Sandwich ($16). The French toast, made with brioche bread, was soft and delicious, but it came with a lot of syrup already poured over it, and the bananas seemed to be cooked in syrup rather than served fresh. This made the dish overly sweet — I would have preferred fresh fruit instead. The bagel was served on its own without any sides, but it was very tasty. It seemed like the staff was a bit short-handed, as it took a while to request coffee refills. I also noticed that some dishes were left sitting on the counter for so long that the plates became too hot to touch. The food itself looked great, so I’d like to try other dishes in the future. But for today, it’s a 3-star experience. 01/18/2025 (Sat) There was an authentic pizza oven, so today we decided to enjoy the A Love Supreme Pizza (12in, $21) and Avocado Toast ($14), paired with a Pumpkin Buttered Rum ($14) and a Coke ($4.25). Everything was delicious, and we had a great time!

Very confusing place so I’ll explain Their downstairs is called Al’s Den The upstairs is Hal’s cafe but it was previously named Zeus Cafe (but they haven’t changed the signage) Went for happy hour food and drinks The cocktails were straight up undrinkable. So strong and bad flavors (monkey puzzle julep and the seasonal passion fruit mule) Meat and cheese board was good Flatbread was not that good I liked sitting outside though

Amazing food!! We flew into town on Christmas night and they were very nice about accommodating us, late at night, without a reservation. They were also great about communicating what would work for the food allergies in our party. We loved it so much that we had to make sure we went back again before the end of our short trip to Portland. Get the roasted fingerling potatoes -- the chef has some incredible creativity with those potatoes omgosh...🤤

Included Dinner & Breakfast in our room package at the Crystal Hotel. Both were amazing. Wait staff are the right amount of friendly and attentive.

McMenamins is always a win, especially on a sunny day! The food is delicious, and the vibe is perfect for outdoor dining, especially when you’re tucked away in their cozy, closed-off street location. While parking can be a bit of a hassle, it’s easy to turn it into part of a downtown walk, making it the perfect stop to relax and enjoy some great food and drinks. The host was friendly, the atmosphere was laid-back, and it’s just the kind of place you want to hit on a sunny afternoon. I should add it’s not my favorite McMenamins menu but still great! Highly recommend!

Came in for a late night dinner, and it did not disappoint. Service was nice and prompt. My burger was bursting with flavor and my friend really liked her ravioli. It's in a nice corner of downtown too. Like any other McMenamins restaurant, it's always a good experience.

Stopped en route to Powell's bookstore as we were hangry... now we're sated and good-humored again! Cat took good care of us. Coffee was fresh, stout and promptly refilled!

I ate here a few times when it was still known as Zeus Cafe. I'm not sure why they changed the name as it's still a McMenamin's property. Anyway, my spouse and I decided to get brunch here while having a downtown staycation. At 11-ish on a Sunday, they were not packed and we were able to get a table right away. The ambiance was very cozy and our server was wonderful, friendly, efficient and mellow. For breakfast, we both chose the Santa Monica benedict, which is Eggs Benedict with spinach and tomatoes instead of ham. We had fruit for our side. The Benedicts were tasty and delish. The fruit was fresh and tasty. It was a lovely, relaxing experience, we will be back.

While staying at the Crystal Hotel for the weekend we stopped by twice for food and each night had a good time, great service, and delicious food. On Friday night pre concert we had: A Cider flight Rosemary Nuts and Charred Broccolini A Big Red drink On Saturday Night we had: Thai Yellow Coconut Curry with veggies, chicken and rice Grit City Shrimp which was served with a gumbo-style stew A white wine flight For both occasions we had the nicest servers and really good food in an awesomely decorated restaurant as most of the McMenamins have. It is very convenient being in the main floor of the hotel. A great place to try whether staying at the Crystal or not. Very cozy also.

Came in on a Monday for happy hour from 3pm-6pm. Hal's was quiet with plenty of seating at the bar. I ordered a Raspberry Lemon Hard Seltzer, $5.50 with HH, along with the Crystal Smash Burger. A 4-oz beef patty, American cheese, lettuce, red onion, mayo, on a toasted bun for $10. The burger was wonderful dipped in ranch dressing, and the $4 side fries were perfect. We recently had a really bad fry experience at the McMenamins by Lloyd Center. Sent them back twice and they still came out hard as rocks. These were spot on! I have to admit that most McMenamins make excellent regular & sweet potato fries. The tots are pretty awesome, too. Those bad fries were a rare experience. These made up for it. My friend ordered the happy hour house salad with ricotta and hazelnuts for $8. She had a glass of the Black Rabbit red with it and enjoyed both. The server was lovely. She helped us make sure we got all the right stamps in our passport. The space is bright and welcoming during the day and I'm sure it's cozy at night.. It's located inside the Crystal Hotel. We will be back to get the rest of the stamps at this location and listen to some music. This was a lovely spot for friends to catch up after shopping downtown.

Popped in after strolling around time. We missed breakfast by about 5mins but fortunately we had an interest in the lunch menu. Our service was incredible. A very knowledgeable, funny and helpful server. The portions were perfect and matches the pricing. All of the food was delicious. The bonus was finally knowing what RC meant for RC Cola... mind blown lol. Definitely pop in here. The table behind us made the breakfast mark and after peeking over I was super sad to have missed the opportunity to enjoy those fluffy looking flapjacks or succulent French toast

I'm not giving this rating based on my sandwich. As far as this location goes. It's another cool McMenamins to knock of the list. The weather is starting to improve so they offer a great outdoor eating area. I love it. And want to come back and spend a little longer time there just just a quick lunch and back to work. But for my hot chicken sandwich. Is was just mediocre. Nothing hot about it. The bun was find and I think the pickles were the best part about it. Either way for sure and come check this place out. I know I will. And I'll eat something else and give a better rating for there food

Delightful diner and beautiful bar to have a drink and possibly a chat with the friendly staff. The food is delicious and hefty servings as well! Clean establishment. Great environment and as anyways with a mcmenamins, the artwork Is a joy to appreciate. If you get a chance, ask how the place came to be named Hal's. It's a great story! We'll be back!

I have been to Hal's Cafe several times now. It's the main cafe that is attached to the Crystal Hotel right in downtown Portland which is also another McMenamins location. While I have had supper here breakfast is always my favorite in this spot for some reason. I don't really know why since I am not a morning person but I have always enjoyed the breakfast options here from the Avocado Toast to their egg dishes. It's also nice to have a nice, hot latte or Chai in the morning here and gaze out the window as one wakes up a bit more. Mornings also have the perk of it not being too terribly busy or crowded, at least early on and the service and getting your meal is a bit faster. Looking forward to more breakfasts here as more Portland trips are being planned and I imagine a few other meals later in the day as well.

My wife and I definitely love our McMenamins stops! Decided to have a bite before the Green Day concert and McMenamins appetizers always hit the spot! We shared a Crystal Smash Burger which was just the right size to share, and was excellent to boot. We also shared an order of Korean Fried Chicken Wings, and the spicy version is indeed spicy so make sure you have enough beverage to keep your whistle wet. As always the service staff is awesome, we just wish our server had told us she was taking a break because we waited a bit for our bill waiting for her to come back around.

Absolutely loved this place. Great service and wonderful food. The chicken chilaquiles was huge and the green sauce is legit. The bloody Mary was delicious and had some unique garnishments. A street lady was causing some issues and the staff handled her with compassion. Would come back here any time

I love Hal's Cafe! They have a relatively short menu so everything is done really well. They specialize in local ingredients support and house made dishes. They have great beer, wine, and cocktail menu. Service is always above average and the prices are reasonable.

Mcmenamins + brunch! Always enjoy their relaxing and cozy atmosphere. The place was pretty empty on a Sunday for brunch, which we like. Service was fast and friendly. I really like their brewed coffee that wasn't too dark or light. The Forest Park Benedict came with a super crispy hashbrowns, as they should be. Eggs were well-poached and the sauteed greens went surprisingly well with the rest of the dish. Only thing was the english muffin could have been toasted more. Their French Toast was also good. Custardy in the center and just the right amount of sweet. A great spot for a more lowkey brunch.

They have a great happy hour throughout the week, so come check them out for some discounted deals. Great fresh food and Amazing choices on the menu!

Came here for dinner which was not on my list of places as I had overslept and by the time I woke up it was later than when I would normally eat dinner when traveling for business - especially in this town where the Homeless situation has gotten worse over the years coupled by the cold rainy weather that Portland has encountered. My hotel recommended this place as it was a short walk and the direction was not going through a gauntlet of Homeless to get there. Ordered one of their pizzas and it was the perfect size for one individual as well as their banana cream coconut tarte although it is listed as a pie. Staff who waited on me were very nice and guided me thru the menu and helping me make a decision. Definitely would come again the next time I am in the area.

After only having breakfast then having this for dinner I was starvvving! I got the market salad, margarita pizza and tots and of course tasted some of the fries. All the food was another level of deliciousness! If you live and die for all things potatoes and especially those of the fried kind you'll love the tots here! Crispy, crunchy and oh so fitting with their amazing ranch. The booths are super comfortable and the employees and service make you feel even more at home. Our server was Stevie and she did a great job making sure to get all our prefers right and made some great recommendation of food and beverage. My girlfriend and I are definitely going to be back and will for sure be getting their passport in the future!

The service was very nice and welcoming. I ordered the Benedict which was GREAT. The potatoes were so good! My boyfriend ordered the huevos which was delicious. I love the tortilla they used. I'd definitely eat here again.

With a floorplan that wraps around the front desk and runs most of the length of the hotel on the first floor (seceding the remaining space to Ringler's Annex), the Zeus Cafe is the primary workhorse for your dining options at the McMenamins hotel. There's plenty of seating on either side of the restaurant, a full bar, and a robust menu of McMenamins' favorites and specials. This time around, as we were guests of the hotel, we had the breakfast package delivered to our room via room service. Our order was received and delivered promptly, and they got everything right; the food was tasty with sizeable portions, but nothing to write home about - McMenamins entrees tend to vary from stellar to passable: my wife raved about her Mt. Hood scramble, while my Huevos Rancheros were decent, if a little heavy on the beans and light on the cheese and crema - things I could have easily corrected if we were in the restaurant. Still, on any given day, the lunch & dinner options have plenty of fantastic choices, including some ambitious entrees that have piqued my curiosity and demand a return visit to investigate. And with it being so close to home, and right in the heart of downtown, it is only a matter of time.

While Ace is the place for hardware, Zeus is the place for Covid safe and friendly dining. Plenty of good grub and home brew! Zeus expanded outdoor seating into the Harvey Milk street with lots of plants and big umbrellas to set a convivial and comfy place. Tables are placed at least 12 feet apart. Gotta like that. Wear you mask, it is the polite showing of respect for your server when they swing by. Amy is the best! Serving us on this day! The happy hour is 3-6PM and we have always loved the wood fired pizza with fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, roasted tomato sauce - albeit a little light on the sauce, but someone was training in the kitchen. Try the wood fired cauliflower said Amy - and we did - amazingly delish! So good we ate it before I thought to get my pic. It is big, plated to please, toasty in a balsamic reduction sauce. The menus feature local ingredients, house-baked breads, desserts and pastries, a solid cocktail menu, selection of beer on tap and a wine list. And the Oregonian sunshine while you dine! If you wanting out to dine, but a bit worried, this is a pandemic safe place with good eats - McMenamins always is aiming to please. Tables and chairs cleaned for every customer experience.

Now called Hal's. Awesome service. Love the vibe has a diner vibe in the morning, but in the evening feels like a nice dim lit restaurant. Food was amazing!! The potato's are worth writing home about.

Came in on a Saturday afternoon after doing some shopping for a Bloody Mary. In the pictures, the bloody looks great with a solid garnish game but what we ordered, the opposite, 2 olive and a lime wedge. This isn't a game changer but the bloody itself was not ideal either. It had a very odd taste, almost sour? Aside from this, the service was slow and not overly friendly or helpful. On their happy hour menu, they have a cheese board so I asked what the cheeses were and was told "I don't know". After I left some room for silence after his response, he said he would check. When he returned he named one cheese and said "and I forgot the other". I did not order the cheese plate. I ended up ordered the cauliflower which was pretty meh. I wouldn't recommend it but it wasn't hard to choke down. I was not impressed with this spot and will not be returning.

The Zeus Cafe is a nice treat for anyone staying at the Crystal Hotel. I had the Zeus Benedict and John had the chicken and waffle. John said it was the best chicken and waffle he'd ever had. The side of cheddar-jalapeño grits was the surprise star of the meal, so savory and decadent. We ended up putting it on everything. The restaurant is impeccably decorated, as is usual for a McMenamin, and clean. The staff were always welcoming and helpful. The patio is also extremely pleasant with plenty of shade.

We visited Portland in spring when it is still chilly and rainy. The hotel we were staying at recommended Zeus. Since it was right around the corner from our hotel, and we'd just gotten off a flight we decided to try Zeus for lunch. It was so good we came back here for multiple meals, dessert, nightcaps. They have a very nice outdoor seating area. Covered and with plenty of heaters. We and our dog loved the outdoor seating. All the servers were great. Friendly, courteous and efficient. They even got out a water bowl for our pup. Everything we tried was great (we pretty much tried most things from their menu). The drinks were excellent. Lots of vegetarian options (and they were happy to substitute or leave out meat from some dishes to make them vegetarian. Zeus was the highlight of our Portland visit. We will be making a beeline for Zeus the next time we visit Portland.

I'm a regular long time since Zue's cafe was opened and throughout the pandemic's... love the foods and services... well, everything hot time and ages I guess. Anyway, I'm from Seattle., every time I'm visiting Portland I'm always stopping by this place. Which I've always love. But Thusday 12//28th I thought I would stop by my my favorite place again at this Evening.,, quiet... But surprisingly, the young bartender he seem very nice! I seat at the bar as always... Everything is turned around and upside down and very disappointing to my surprise ... I love the place and I will trying to come back.

We came through during my g a slow happy hour. Service was good, we had beer and the 33rd St tots. All good.

Phenomenal! Three people in there ... doesn't matter. So professional! Waitress amazing . The food wasn't bad . The biscuit sucked ..doesn't Matter . Great experience. I will be back ... but I won't be ordering the biscuits!

We stopped by for an early dinner after a day of showing our out-of-state friends the best Portland has to offer. Having arrived at 5:01PM, our server checked her watch and let us know that we were one minute late for happy hour ... BOOAH! The building takes up almost an entire, albeit small, city block and houses McMenamins Crystal Hotel in addition to Zeus Café which is located on the ground floor. The building looks like it was built in the early 20th Century and the restaurant's interior, appropriately enough, has a strong Art Deco feel, warm and cozy. It took quite a while to be greeted by our server once seated even though we were one of three or four parties inside the large dining room. Otherwise, the service was adequate, nothing special, and not overly friendly, but not horrible. Oddly enough, we all ended up ordering the Crystal Burger, a reported "grass fed" beef patty, Tillamook white cheddar cheese, pickled red onion, and their No. 007 secret sauce on a potato bun ($14), with three of us adding bacon ($2.50). The burgers were large, juicy, and very tasty, having been accompanied by a large side of hot, crispy french fries. Unfortunately, the "bacon" looked more like pork belly and was way too thick and chewy to be on a burger (see photos). The bacon should have been one-third as thick as it was in order to be more easily consumed on a hamburger. I ended up chewing on the bacon much longer than I did the rest of the layers, so the bacon became the focus, distracting from what was a pretty good hamburger. BOTTOM LINE: Good food, fair prices, so-so service, and a pleasant environment in the heart of Portland's Pearl District makes Zeus Cafe a decent choice if you find yourself in the neighborhood, whether taking in a show at The Armory, perusing the shelves at Powell's, or picking up some doughnuts at Voodoo Doughnuts. CombatCritic Gives Zeus Café 6 Bombs Out Of 10 ... More Bombs Are Better!

Had breakfast here with my husband this past Sunday after staying at the Crystal Hotel for the night. The food was really good! My husband had a huge chorizo breakfast burrito which was amazing and I had benedicts which honestly are always great! Huge plates left us very satisfied! Service was a tiny bit slow, honestly if we weren't in a rush to check out of the hotel we wouldn't have even noticed, but everything was really good.

The drinks are great, the menu lacks the variety of the other McMenamins locations I've visited, but hey you go to McMenamins for the decor and fun bars scattered throughout. Our waitress was very kind and fun to chat with.

Hals Cafe in DT Portland is a gem I stumbled upon after a long and exhausting travel day. I had the butternut squash ravioli and the sauce was so good I had to force myself not to lick the bowl. I also got the root beer that had a lovely vanilla tone. For dessert I had the chocolate pot de creme with Chantilly cream and that was unbelievably perfect and a coffee. I ate outside on a warm night, though the wind did pick up towards the end, and you can be forgotten an eency bit. The hostess, Kat, and the server, Shannon,, were both really friendly, kind and thoughtful. This is definitely a new favorite spot in Portland. This time my hotel is located downtown and this place is just a few moments walk away.

I've been to Zeus, now renamed Hal's, several times. One time I had something I wasn't crazy about, but otherwise this place is always fantastic. I know it's not high praise to say it's the best McMenamins, but it is easily that and more. The Spanish Steps tapas restaurant in Tacoma is another good one. But what is always impressive is that this is a good restaurant even when compared to other portland restaurants. But don't go here expecting this to have the regular burgers and pizza. It's a unique menu, even including the kids menu. My one year old had wood fired pizza with fresh mozzarella here today, to give you an idea. For less than $10. We had a Caesar with added flank steak, a seared ahi salad, some kind of loco burger with pork belly( my husband being a bit of a boring eater), and I had the kalbi ribs. I have kalbi ribs often, and these were a whole new level. The quality of the meat, the flavors, and the presentation were all outstanding. The service from everywhere in the connected buildings was really above standard. Even a busser walked out to help us with the bathroom code based on our body language of looking lost. Our server was great. All the way. I didn't keep my receipt to tell you her name but it started with an S. And, most importantly, I saw familiar faces. McMenamins has a habit, at times, of being a hard place for people to thrive at work, but this place always seems different. In fact, the name change from Zeus to Hal's is in honor of a manager who recently passed away. My point of this is that this is not an place to walk past just because it might be a McMenamins with questionable service and carbon-copy food. Its not typical at all. And I love the general model, but it's hit or miss. But Hal's is a great place to eat with fantastic service at a decent price.

Hal's, formerly Zeus's was our passport stop before beginning a day of shopping. A fun triangle shaped building. A bigger breakfast menu option here than at the other Mcmenamins we've been at. Food was excellent. Our server was very helpful in our quest for the additional bar stamp. We were able to get two stamps but had to do a fairly quick search for the bar one. When it's closed you get a clue and have to go on a hunt.

A little chilly, a little rainy and this stop had everything I needed to get through the rest of my day. I had the grilled radicchio salad. Served with a hearty Cesar dressing and croutons, the bitter is a great compliment to the creamy dressing. I also had a cup of corn chowder. The broth is light rather than a heavy cream. So good. Service was extremely engaging. Friendly place.

So so so good! I wish I got a full order of their French toast! It is honestly to die for! The best French toast that I have ever very had honestly

Service is really good here. The waiters on both nights I went in mid-September were attentive and friendly. I recommend their tater tots! They were kind enough to place the non-vegan toppings in a separate dish so that I could share the appetizer with a vegan friend who was with me. The toppings with the tots are to die for! I also had a salad with pickled onions that was very tasty. Do not recommend their house-made sodas :( I had one that unfortunately tasted like floor cleaner. It's a small sample size so you can risk it if you want.

This place is good for a standard brunch. We stopped here after making rounds at nearby brunch spots and finding insane wait times. It's a nice spot with a good menu, but our food took 45 minutes to come out, which was unfortunate. Our server was trying her best to keep us happy, and comped our drinks, which was nice. The food was pretty standard, no frills. The Benedict's were both good with nicely poached eggs. The hollandaise is super tangy. The grits are cheesy and comforting. Overall, solid place to stop if you don't want to wait for brunch.

I really fell in love with this place. Friend took me here one evening for drinks. We were going to have dinner close by but decided to catch up instead at Zeus Cafe. It felt more like a pub than a cafe to me. The place wasn't very busy so we were able to snag a comfy booth in the corner. I had my first try of Oregonian wine and loved it so much here. Friend asked if we could buy a bottle for me to take back to CA and the nice waitress said yes. It was $35 for the bottle of pinot. Not cheap but it really was a fab wine. Friend also tried their whiskey which we both loved. He also ordered their charcuterie board as well as french fries. Both were good portions and went well with our drinks. Service was just as fantastic. Not intrusive or pretentious. She gave us our time to enjoy our drinks, food, and company without ever making us feel rushed. It felt like a perfect evening that night thanks to Zeus. I'd absolutely return here if I'm back in town.

We had low expectations for this restaurant, but boy were we wrong. For breakfast I had a fantastic eggs Benedict made with shiitake and crimini mushrooms and spinach under the eggs. Breakfast is served with an optional side of polenta, which was delicious. We love the staff at the Crystal ballroom hotel, the server was great as was the bartender the night before.

We walked in late morning around 11:00 am for brunch and while we got seated right away, it took 20 minutes for the server to take our order. We then proceeded to watch as our food was brought to the wrong table, then another table's order was brought to ours before we finally were able to eat. When the server gave us our check after running my card, there was another person's bill and credit card instead of mine. The server made a joke that it was her first day on the job, which it wasn't, but you could have fooled us. The food was okay, but this was truly amateur hour when it comes to service.

Great spot for day drinking and watching the world go by. Sit in the sun in the afternoon or inside if it's cold. Great spot. CRAZY bourbon / scotch / whiskey selection.

This spot is a very unique mcminemins spot. It's in the hear of downtown portland. When you walk in it's long and narrow and mostly consists of a bar and dining tables. For you loyal mcminemins fans, the menu you here will through you off guard. They still have their typical drink options but they have their own head chef who makes their own menu which is quite unique and different from any other mcminemins.

In short, we adored this place. It was a good value for the money, and one of the best meals we can remember having in a long time. We came into this place by happenstance. Originally we had stopped to eat at a salad bar but found out they'd run out of lettuce. Zeus Cafe caught our eye on the map as an alternative and we headed in. First up, the decor: It's a charming eclectic interior with high windows, stained glass, decorative chandeliers, and cozy comfortable booths. Walking in, I immediately liked the look and feel of the place. Next, service: Jacob was our server and simply a delight, very warm and friendly, asking us about our trip, and very attentively seeing that everything about our evening was proceeding well. So much of the menu looked fantastic that we had difficulty making our selection, but Jacob talked us through what we were after and helped put together an amazing dinner. Drinks: Beer selection is almost all in-house brews that all turned out to be excellent beverages. We got the Ruby (fruity), Purple Haze (touch sour and refreshing, and the Diamond Dog Kolsch (very crisp, clean). We wished that these were bottled/canned and available back home. Food: After Jacob's recommendations, we settled on the market greens salad, steamer clams, the wood-fired zucchini, and the Kurobuta pork cheeks. And my god, what a meal these made. Salad, simple but perfectly dressed and vibrantly fresh. The clams were briny and excellent, and after Jacob saw me spooning the broth he set down a plate of fresh bread to help soak it all up. The zucchini was unlike anything we'd seen, wood-fired with bleu cheese, crisp bacon crumbles, and a maple-stout vinaigrette. It was spreadably soft, decadently rich, a hint of sweetness from the maple deliciously offset by the intensity of the cheese and bacon. Lastly, it was the Kurobuta pork cheeks, something new to both of us, served with oyster mushrooms on a bed of pureed cauliflower and topped with romesco. I can't remember how Jacob said the cheeks were prepared, but I do remember him saying you could cut them apart with a spoon, and he was absolutely correct. These were the epitome of tender - flavorful morsels that defy adequate description (really, I'm sitting here at a bit of loss as to how to do them justice). It was one of those "take a bite and then sit back to marvel at what you've just eaten" kind of moments, and I'm still thinking about it the next day. Whenever we pass through Portland, we'll be sure to stop by Zeus Cafe.

Decided to try out Zeus Cafe on Labor Day as they were one of many PDX restaurants offering outdoor dining. The wait was only about 15 minutes, but it was obvious they were short on staff. The food and drinks were good. As with all McMenamins establishments, I recommend the Cajun tots!

My husband and I wanted to get cocktails prior to our dinner reservation at a place across the street and decided to come here since we'd never been. We walked in and the gentleman at the desk told us to head into the restaurant and the host would help. We walked in and saw two people standing in the way of the aisle talking. They did not move so we awkwardly stood there and I realized it was a manager lecturing a new employee on how to greet people. He was really rude and it was awkward to watch. Finally we squeezed by, but still saw no one that we thought was the "host." Finally a young guy came inside and greeted us. He told me he had to check which tables were free..... even though there was maybe 2 other couples eating inside. Everyone was outside. So that was odd. He ended up seating us and brought water and a menu. My husband and I sat here for almost 20 minutes with no one helping us. The servers walked by our table at least 10+ times and helped the 2 other couples seated near us, but never us. I was dumbfounded. We just kept awkwardly sitting there, making eye contact with servers, smiling at them to hint we needed help. Eventually we ended up leaving. I'm really surprised my experience was so poor considering the reviews. I honestly don't think I'd return.

Stopping our stamping for a wee drink. Definitely a quiet moment at McMenamins here, but it's lovely. Staff is attentive and really knowledgeable about the hotel and attached restaurants and cafes. Super cool environment and I'm excited for my Pamplemousse Burro

This is a send wave Dec 27 COVID dining outdoor experience I have lived near Zeus cafe for a long time & have not even considered dining with them - although I have had many cocktails and glasses of wine there. I was very impressed. We ordered a corn chowder, cheese/tomato dish, beet salad & roasted cauliflower and their homemade sodas. Everything was fresh and well made with a ton of flavor. Will definitely be back soon.

$16.50 for a "brunch bowl" that was literally a quarter cup of quinoa and some disgusting raw vegetables on top. Literally barely took up half of the box. Also took an hour and a half for us to receive our food from DoorDash. What a joke.

We are here visiting from Los Angeles and stubbled across this cafe and so glad we did. We had their Neapolitan Pizza and it was delicious! Service was amazing by Evette. We were so impressed that we are coming back tomorrow for dinner.

I love the Zeus Cafe...every server we had was amazing. Edis was our server for brunch and James served us late on Saturday night. Both just made the experience memorable. They were friendly and extremely attentive..Edis was knowledgeable about the Mcmenamins passport and helped us with a few pointers. The food was killer. We had the truffle fries for a drunken late night snack and for brunch we had 3 Bloody Mary, 1 mimosa, huevos rancheros, and a bacon grilled cheese. Only spent 65$ before tip. Seriously good prices for outstanding service and delicious food and drinks! I can't wait to be back! Thank you Edis and James for taking such good care of us.

We had the sunrise package so we got breakfast here twice. I'm a sucker for a good breakfast burrito and ordered it twice. I got it without the chorizo and the server the second time offered to put avocado in, which made it even better. They said it's their best seller and I can see why! Would definitely recommend getting that They're a little slow, but it wouldn't keep me from coming back.