clarklewis

4.7 (2449)

$31 to $50

Northwest

1001 SE Water Avenue, Portland, OR 97214

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clarklewis

4.7

$31 to $50

Northwest

Southeast Portland

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2 people

8 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Good for groups

A bustling eatery in the Central Eastside industrial neighborhood serving Italian-inspired, local, organic, seasonal, sustainable fare. The large oak-burning oven is the cornerstone of the large open kitchen. Clarklewis has helped define Portland as a food mecca since 2004 as a founder of our local farm-to-table sensibility.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Northwest, Organic, Contemporary Italian
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Contact
(458) 646-0100
Website
https://www.clarklewispdx.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Warren Pinkston
Private party facilities
Clarklewis is available for private events of all sizes. The number of attendees will determine the best potential space for your guests. We offer private dining and partial and full restaurant buyouts. Contact events@clarklewispdx.com for inquiries.
Private party contact
Joe Rogers: (503) 235-2294

Location
1001 SE Water Avenue, Portland, OR 97214
Area
Southeast Portland
Cross street
SE Taylor & SE Water Ave
Parking Details
Clarklewis has visitor parking in the lot behind the building. Our building, the Eastbank Commerce Center has parking spots available from 6:00 pm to close every night; however, most of these spaces are reserved during the day. There is a large pay parking lot right across Taylor street providing plentiful options for lunch and dinner times,
Public transport
**If you are stuck by a train: Cross the Hawthorn Bridge. Then circle the block to recross the bridge; stay on the inside lane. This will bring you down onto Water Ave on the other side of the train. Turn left at the stop sign. NOTE: Be sure to contact us so that we can hold your table.**
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Sammy's floral arrangement
1 - 8 people
Multiple dates available
**PLEASE NOTE** You need to make a reservation at our restaurant through the reservation tab and this experience can be confirmed through the link below. If you are celebrating or maybe just want to be fabulous consider ordering a beautiful flower arrangement from Sammy’s Flowers in advance of your dinner to be waiting for you on your table when you arrive. Just follow this link. https://www.sammysflowers.com/online-store/CLARKLEWIS-p718470580

Private dining

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Charcuterie PlatterUSD 27.00
chef's selection of imported and domestic cheeses, artisanal meats, & seasonal accompaniments
Oysters on the Half Shell
cucumber-celery mignonette, lemon - six or twelve
Wood Fired Sausage & Wild Mushroom PizzaUSD 25.00
mozzarella, roasted garlic tomato sauce, arugula
Renee Ranch Rabbit MeatballsUSD 22.00
rabbit & herb consomme, fennel escabeche, castelvetrano olives, orange
Wood Fired Loaded Veggie PizzaUSD 23.00
red onion, mama lil's peppers, green olives, artichokes, mushrooms, mozzarella, garlic oil base
Harissa Glazed Roasted CarrotsUSD 17.00
black lentils, mint, cashew yogurt
Pan Seared Diver ScallopsUSD 27.00
spinach soubise, dashi beurre blanc, pickled green strawberries, fava beans
Wood Oven Roasted Sprouting CauliflowerUSD 15.00
sauce gribiche, garlic infused olive oil

Salads

Montecucco Farms Red & Gold BeetsUSD 14.00
fennel, fava beans hummus, almonds, radish, Cypress Grove chèvre, wild watercress vinaigrette
Wild Harvested Arugula SaladUSD 16.00
Flying Fish smoked trout, Groundworks Organic radish, caperberries, honey gold potato, dill - creme frâiche vinaigrette
Zefiro CaesarUSD 16.00
whole leaf romaine hearts, garlic, croutons, parmesan

Housemade Pasta

Gluten free pasta add $4.50. All pasta made using Shepherd's Grain Flours & Trent Family Farm eggs

Herbed TagliatelleUSD 27.00
Tails & Trotters pork sugo, Mustard Seed Farms lacinato kale, pecorino toscano
Meyer Lemon Scented PappardelleUSD 24.00
green garlic pesto, Viva Farms fava beans, hazelnut, grana padano
Herbed SpatzleUSD 27.00
Renee Ranch mustard braised rabbit, fresh garden peas, morel mushrooms, creme fraiche
Fresh Semolina CavatelliUSD 35.00
shrimp, manchego alfredo, basil, chili crisp, pecorino

Mains

Wild Caught Columbia King Salmon*USD 37.00
blue mussel veloute, citrus roasted Boldly Grown Farms radishes, Babe Farms hakurei turnip, salsa verde
Pan Roasted Alaska HalibutUSD 39.00
lightly curried fresh Palouse garbanzo beans & fava beans, passion fruit beurre blanc, fennel, oca
Herb Roasted Mary's ChickenUSD 30.00
Durst asparagus "cassoulet", guanciale, Babe Farms hakurei turnip, confit poulet, wild garlic pistou
Painted Hills Ribeye Steak*USD 52.00
mustard roasted Montecucco Farms parsnips, house made fennel kraut, horseradish béarnaise, potato straws
Broken Arrow Ranch Wild Axis VenisonUSD 46.00
artichokes, sweet potato cream, wild huckleberry & white port demi glace

Seasonal Cocktails

Pink MistressUSD 14.00
Bantaga Tequila Blanco, housemade grapefruit oleo, lime, salt rim
Southeast SideUSD 15.00
Hendrix Gin, celery lemon lime oleo
The CubanoUSD 14.00
Light and dark rum, housemaid mint & lime oleo topped with bubbles
Black ManhattanUSD 14.00
George Dickel Rye, Amaro, Angostura & orange bitters
Ginger Turmeric MuleUSD 12.00
Lewis & Clark Vodka, lime, ginger & turmeric, ginger beer

Red Wine by the Glass

Hamacher "H" Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon 2017USD 13.00
Ken Wright Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon 2021USD 18.00
Script "Stage Right" Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley, Washington 2014USD 16.00
Brancaia "Tre" Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Tuscany, Italy 2018USD 13.00
Vietti, Nebbiolo, Langhe, Piedmont, Italy 2019USD 18.00

White Wine by the Glass

King Estate, Chardonnay, Willamette Valley, Oregon 2019USD 13.00
L'Umami, Sauvignon Blanc, Willamette Valley, Oregon 2021USD 13.00
Raptor Ridge Pinot Gris, Willamette Valley, Oregon 2017USD 13.00
Rosé, Domaine Lauriga "Le Gris, Côtes Catalanes France 2019USD 12.00

Bubbles by the Glass

House Cava, Spain, NVUSD 10.00
House ProseccoUSD 12.00
Jeio Brut Rose, Italy, NVUSD 13.00
Collet Brut Champagne, France NVUSD 20.00
Risata Moscato d'Asti, Italy
- 187ml BottleUSD 12.00

Beer on Draught

Gigantic Sassy Pony Pale Ale, Portland, OregonUSD 8.00
Ft. George, Suicide Squeeze IPA, Astoria, OregonUSD 8.00
pFriem, Pilsner, Hood River, OregonUSD 8.00
Elciptic Capella Porter, Portland, OregonUSD 8.00

Cans / Bottles

19 ArcresUSD 8.00
HoneycrispUSD 8.00
Hard CiderUSD 8.00
PortlandUSD 8.00
OregonUSD 8.00
Breakside Pub BeerUSD 6.00
PortlandUSD 6.00
OregonUSD 6.00

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at clarklewis.

4.7

(2449)

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Portland / Oregon
Northwest
Portland
Best Ambience

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Clarklewis in Portland offers a quintessential PNW dining experience with "exceptional service" and "great food." Known for its fresh and creative menu, patrons rave about the "best ever" halibut and pork tenderloin. The "wonderful atmosphere" and industrial vibe make it a must-visit despite occasional noise.

2,449 Reviews

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Joshua
Portland / Oregon7 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was really good and the service, by and large was also good. But there were come weird glitches like being out of several appetizers and forgetting to bring us the wine list initially, and then again after being reminded. Very out of character for a normally very well put together restaurant. I’m going to chalk it up to a random rare glitch.
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Robert
Portland / Oregon6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and the food was top shelf! Will go back again.
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Erin Gold
Portland / Oregon1 review
3.0
Dined on 4 October 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is not a restaurant I would go to if you suffer from many food allergies. The food on others plates was simply outstanding but the food I received was basically tasteless because they used zero spice/salt/herbs. It was frankly hard to eat even though it was all perfectly cooked. And, they did not include a side that would have been fine for me. Not sure why. Chef’s choice.
clarklewisResponded on 7 October 2026
Hi Erin, Thank you for taking the time to share this with us. I’m glad the service and atmosphere were enjoyable, but I’m very sorry that the kitchen’s approach to your allergies resulted in food that was safe, but essentially stripped of everything that makes it delicious. Accommodating allergies shouldn’t mean serving tasteless food. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. I hope you’ll give us another chance—we can and should do better. Best, Bruce Clarklewis
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Lella Gold
Los Angeles16 reviews
3.0
Dined on 3 October 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
It has a pleasant environment and the staff was very nice but it was so noisy that that we could not carry on a conversation.
clarklewisResponded on 6 October 2026
Thank you, Lella. We’re glad you enjoyed the atmosphere and found our staff welcoming. We’re sorry the noise level made conversation difficult—that can certainly take away from an otherwise enjoyable evening. We appreciate the feedback and hope you’ll give us another visit.
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Zachery
Portland / Oregon1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Food was great! Service was great as well. However, it felt as though we were being rushed in a sense. Understand we were taking our time and having convo. Just maybe checked in too frequently, and I don’t mean this in any negative way. Just providing feedback.
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Michael
Seattle / Eastern Washington9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great service, great food. So glad this Portland institution is still fresh and relevant.
1 person found this helpful
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Garrett
Portland / Oregon1 review
5.0
Dined on 21 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything we ordered was cooked exceptionally and was delicious.
1 person found this helpful
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dawn
Portland / Oregon1 review
4.0
Dined on 27 August 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Go for the most amazing Ceasar! Servers are delightful and maintain a quintessential portland vibe in a awesome industrial building. Yep you get street traffic and a painted concrete pillar as dinner accommodation and it is a solid stop.
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Kristin
Portland / Oregon2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 August 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Best of all the Burger Week burgers that I tried. We had amazing oysters, a seasonal salad, pasta, and dessert as well. Would highly recommend the brown butter crème brûlée.
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Joanne Gold
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined on 6 August 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had an outstanding dinner at Clarklewis last night. The meal was quintessentially PNW, with wild salmon, locally grown vegetables, regional wine, and berry cobbler. Highly recommend.
2 people found this helpful

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Northwest, Organic, Contemporary Italian
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Contact
(458) 646-0100
Website
https://www.clarklewispdx.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Warren Pinkston
Private party facilities
Clarklewis is available for private events of all sizes. The number of attendees will determine the best potential space for your guests. We offer private dining and partial and full restaurant buyouts. Contact events@clarklewispdx.com for inquiries.
Private party contact
Joe Rogers: (503) 235-2294

Location
1001 SE Water Avenue, Portland, OR 97214
Area
Southeast Portland
Cross street
SE Taylor & SE Water Ave
Parking Details
Clarklewis has visitor parking in the lot behind the building. Our building, the Eastbank Commerce Center has parking spots available from 6:00 pm to close every night; however, most of these spaces are reserved during the day. There is a large pay parking lot right across Taylor street providing plentiful options for lunch and dinner times,
Public transport
**If you are stuck by a train: Cross the Hawthorn Bridge. Then circle the block to recross the bridge; stay on the inside lane. This will bring you down onto Water Ave on the other side of the train. Turn left at the stop sign. NOTE: Be sure to contact us so that we can hold your table.**
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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FAQs

For a calmer visit, aim for an early dinner around 5:00–5:30 pm, reviewers reported the restaurant about a quarter full then; if you want a livelier night or to enjoy their popular happy-hour offerings, Friday evenings and weekend dinners tend to draw bigger crowds.

Yes, Clarklewis runs family-friendly events such as a drag brunch that reviewers specifically described as “family friendly, ” making it a good choice for families at those events.

Some dishes can be generously portioned, for example, guests described the arugula salad as a generous, very satisfying portion.

Yes, Clarklewis is frequently recommended for date night, with guests praising the cozy, intimate atmosphere, attentive service, and excellent food.

Yes, Clarklewis offers covered patio seating and garage‑style walls that open to the outside, which guests have enjoyed for al fresco meals.

Clarklewis feels like a Central Eastside industrial gem, an open kitchen anchored by a large oak‑burning oven, with garage doors and open windows to a cozy, romantic dining room guests praise.

Smart casual is the guide, polished but relaxed; many guests treat Clarklewis as a spot for birthdays and anniversaries.

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clarklewis

4.7

$31 to $50

Northwest

Southeast Portland

Make a booking

2 people

8 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

clarklewis

Make a booking

clarklewis

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Additional information

Gift card

Sammy's floral arrangement

Kindling Room

A Room with a View

Parlor Room

Bar / Lounge

Full Restaurant

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Starters

Charcuterie PlatterUSD 27.00

Oysters on the Half Shell

Wood Fired Sausage & Wild Mushroom PizzaUSD 25.00

Renee Ranch Rabbit MeatballsUSD 22.00

Wood Fired Loaded Veggie PizzaUSD 23.00

Harissa Glazed Roasted CarrotsUSD 17.00

Pan Seared Diver ScallopsUSD 27.00

Wood Oven Roasted Sprouting CauliflowerUSD 15.00

Salads

Montecucco Farms Red & Gold BeetsUSD 14.00

Wild Harvested Arugula SaladUSD 16.00

Zefiro CaesarUSD 16.00

Housemade Pasta

Herbed TagliatelleUSD 27.00

Meyer Lemon Scented PappardelleUSD 24.00

Herbed SpatzleUSD 27.00

Fresh Semolina CavatelliUSD 35.00

Mains

Wild Caught Columbia King Salmon*USD 37.00

Pan Roasted Alaska HalibutUSD 39.00

Herb Roasted Mary's ChickenUSD 30.00

Painted Hills Ribeye Steak*USD 52.00

Broken Arrow Ranch Wild Axis VenisonUSD 46.00

Seasonal Cocktails

Pink MistressUSD 14.00

Southeast SideUSD 15.00

The CubanoUSD 14.00

Black ManhattanUSD 14.00

Ginger Turmeric MuleUSD 12.00

Red Wine by the Glass

Hamacher "H" Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon 2017USD 13.00

Ken Wright Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon 2021USD 18.00

Script "Stage Right" Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley, Washington 2014USD 16.00

Brancaia "Tre" Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Tuscany, Italy 2018USD 13.00

Vietti, Nebbiolo, Langhe, Piedmont, Italy 2019USD 18.00

White Wine by the Glass

King Estate, Chardonnay, Willamette Valley, Oregon 2019USD 13.00

L'Umami, Sauvignon Blanc, Willamette Valley, Oregon 2021USD 13.00

Raptor Ridge Pinot Gris, Willamette Valley, Oregon 2017USD 13.00

Rosé, Domaine Lauriga "Le Gris, Côtes Catalanes France 2019USD 12.00

Bubbles by the Glass

House Cava, Spain, NVUSD 10.00

House ProseccoUSD 12.00

Jeio Brut Rose, Italy, NVUSD 13.00

Collet Brut Champagne, France NVUSD 20.00

Risata Moscato d'Asti, Italy

Beer on Draught

Gigantic Sassy Pony Pale Ale, Portland, OregonUSD 8.00

Ft. George, Suicide Squeeze IPA, Astoria, OregonUSD 8.00

pFriem, Pilsner, Hood River, OregonUSD 8.00

Elciptic Capella Porter, Portland, OregonUSD 8.00

Cans / Bottles

19 ArcresUSD 8.00

HoneycrispUSD 8.00

Hard CiderUSD 8.00

PortlandUSD 8.00

OregonUSD 8.00

Breakside Pub BeerUSD 6.00

PortlandUSD 6.00

OregonUSD 6.00

Loved For

Review summary

Additional information

Gift card

FAQs