Cafe Nell is a celebrated neighborhood restaurant in NW Portland blending French-inspired cuisine with urban American flavors. The venue offers a cozy yet elegant atmosphere featuring a unique indoor/outdoor dining space with a full bar, adaptable for both casual hangouts and special occasions. Its intimate jewel box interior and thoughtful design create a welcoming environment year-round, enhanced by heaters in cooler months and an airy feel in summer.
Drink Specials
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$7 Champagne Cocktails
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$6 Happy Wines (red, white, rosé)
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$4 Draft Beer Selection
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$7 Classic Martini
Food Specials
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$7 Marinated Olives (mix Spanish olives, olive oil, garlic, herbs) (veg, gf)
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$7 Happy Caesar (romaine, Caesar dressing, parmesan, croutons) (veg)
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$10 Happy Burger (Cascade natural ground beef, caramelized onions, dijon, tomato, aioli, brioche bun)
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$9 Little Dipper (thinly sliced shoulder tenderloin, onion, gruyere cheese, toasted baguette, au jus)
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$7 Crispy Brussels Sprouts (with balsamic glaze) (veg, gf)
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$9 Happy Mac (blue, gruyere, and cheddar) (veg)
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$9 Deep Fried Chicken Pot Pie (braised Mary’s free range chicken, mirepoix veggies, puff pastry, spicy mustard sauce)
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$6 Hand-Cut Fries (with ketchup) (veg, gf)
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$7 Happy Brie (brie cheese, apricot jam, crushed hazelnuts, puff pastry, toasted baguette) (veg)
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$8 Flatbread (caramelized onions, goat cheese, olive oil, arugula) (veg)
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$12 Bolognese (rigatoni, fresh ground beef, pork, fennel, freshly grated nutmeg, parmesan, parsley)
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$7 Mushroom Bruschetta (roasted cauliflower puree, mushrooms duxelle, balsamic drizzle, extra virgin olive oil, toasted baguette, crispy leeks) (veg)
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$10 Polenta with Root Vegetable Ragu (creamy polenta topped with ragu of roasted root vegetables, herbs, olive oil) (veg, gf)
Venue Photos
Highlights
- Indoor/outdoor dining room with whimsical and elegant design
- Cozy jewel box interior with an intimate windowed bar
- Versatile space suitable for everyday dining or large private parties up to 120 guests
Important Details
- Reservations recommended
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