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Cabezon Restaurant, Portland, OR
Cabezon Restaurant, Portland, OR
Cabezon Restaurant, Portland, OR
Cabezon Restaurant, Portland, OR
Cabezon Restaurant, Portland, OR

Cabezon Restaurant

4.8
4.8
2171 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood
Cabezon is a bustling neighborhood seafood bistro and fish market. Opened in December 2009,
Cabezon is located near both Portland’s Hollywood and Rose City Park neighborhoods. Offering
“Coastal Cuisine with Passion” – elemental seasonal cooking driven by the offerings of the day
from local producers and the bounty of the Pacific Northwest. Owners, Chef David Farrell and
wine maven Jackie Speck, look forward to delighting you with their unique menu, and invite you
to stop by for our local wood-fired fish and meats, chef made pates, and seasonal ice creams.
Our diverse wine list features small hands-on producers.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 13 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, French, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (503) 284-6617
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    David Farrell
  • Catering
    Please contact the restaurant for further details.
  • Private party facilities
    Cabezon Restaurant is a quaint and intimate bistro that offers space for private dining that can seat up to 40 people and cocktail/hors d'oeuvres for 50. Our restaurant is great for hosting holiday parties, wedding rehearsals, and many other events.
  • Neighborhood
    Northeast Portland
  • Cross street
    NE Sandy Blvd.
  • Parking details
    Ample street parking in the neighborhood.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,171 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Portland / Oregon

    Neighborhood gem

  • Portland / Oregon

    Seafood

  • Portland

    Best Overall

  • Portland

    Best Food

  • Portland

    Neighborhood gem

2,171 Reviews
  1. AaronK

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious and the staff all polite, helpful and welcoming. I kept meaning to visit but just didn’t get around to going. Don’t put it off, it’s a fabulous experience.

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  2. CatB

    Portland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was wonderful, prompt and a joy to interact with, we had lamb, bass and sturgeon and there was not a drop of sauce left on the plate. I had wanted to come here for years, and it still lives up to its reputation. A lovely little gem

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Wonderful food and service - we love the Cioppino with crispy bread. We have had a half dozen times and go back for it. One of the best restaurants in NE Portland and Hollywood District. Reservations recommended. PS - many customers had their jackets on, and those experienced wear an extra sweater

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing seafood, I had the Hawaiian Ono and it was fantastic. Desserts rocked as well.

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  5. BillS

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous specials, always great

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  6. KMcH

    Portland

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    overall3food5service5ambience3
    The heater wasn’t working and another guest had an emergency that required an ambulance. It was a chilly evening and I hadn’t planned to dine with EMT’s but in the end the food was still amazing.

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  7. RickC

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I have eaten there numerous times and have never beeen disappointed. Great service, nice atmosphere and very tasty food.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Portland

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The dinner was great.

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  9. NKAUZ

    Exclusive

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a goto for me when I’m hungry for the best seafood on the east side

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  10. Cynthia

    Portland

    44 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always consistently good. Creative and delicious always!!!

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  11. CasualDiner

    Houston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent neighborhood spot. A little pricey but incredible quality. Never disappoints.

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  12. DebraC

    Portland

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious as always. It’s a lovely consistently good spot with an always shifting menu.

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  13. DoctorMatthew

    Portland

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Visually beautiful, imaginative, fresh and delicious preparations of fish and lamb. Scallop appetizer did need a bit more beurre noir flavor and 20 seconds more on the hot skillet

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  14. PatF

    Portland

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is definitely a cozy neighborhood bistro. A cool vibe from the minute you walk in. Delicious food and impeccable service. We will return!!

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  15. Peaches

    Portland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    A true gem and lucky to have it in our neighborhood.

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  16. StephanieS

    Portland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our third visit and we have never been disappointed. Our out of town companions loved it. Every single dish was excellent, including salads and deserts. The decor is pleasant and fun.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Salt Lake City

    12 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We dined on a Sunday evening and when we were greeted by the server, we were told that 2 of the Entree’s on the menu were no longer available. One of the two entrees had a substitute offering. The menu was already a little limited I thought and while there was an alternate fish entree offered, it was a little bland. The other three entrees were done well and tasted great. This was our third night out in Portland at a restaurant and in comparison the other 2 restaurants offered much more in the way of creative menu choices, quality of entrees and ambiance as well as table side service.

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  18. BrynW

    Portland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Five-stars for sure and would definitely go back! Nice neighborhood with nearby street parking. We enjoyed Cabezon from start to finish for our anniversary dinner. The cocktails were excellent - the orange blossom margarita is my favorite. We had roasted squash soup, black cod in miso broth which was a special that I highly recommend along with every other dish we ate! My husband loved the cioppino and I had perfectly cooked NY steak followed by lavender and honey crème brûlée. It was busy but not as noisy as some places; we could easily have a conversation. The staff were lovely and attentive.

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  19. LauraT

    Portland

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is top notch! Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious! Fish cooked to perfection!

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  20. CanadianGirl

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Super great service!!

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  21. PatriciaF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely delightful! Flavor so deep w surprise tastes like tiny roasted peppers. Wanted to lock plate, but didn’t want to embarrass my friend!

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  22. Claire

    Portland

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We loved our waiter- he was very thoughtful and did his best to accommodate my husband’s low salt needs. I think his name was Ryan. The chopping was good as always though a bit too spicy for us. The drinks were delicious especially the black Manhattan - the regular Manhattan was a little watered down. All in all a great meal of mostly fish with friends from Austin.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 10, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Loved the entree. Salad I think could have been a bit better but overall great

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  24. Stephanie

    Portland

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    The upside down peach cake was amazing, and the salmon was too! We had an appetizer shrimp dish that was unique and delicious-I could’ve eaten two of them myself! Also had wonderful drinks. We are very much looking forward to coming back!

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  25. JoeG

    Denver

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service. I love the mussels with fries and the blini. Great Caesar salad too.

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  26. KennethB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Excellent flavors, beautiful presentation. We’ll timed. Delightful service.

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  27. PatW

    Portland

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The pork chop dish was the best pork chop ever. The blini appetizer not worth the two bites. Pâté was very smooth and mildly flavored. Cioppino decent with a lovely broth (could have done without the chewy calamari though). Profiteroles yummy.

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  28. Adam

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Terrific food enjoyed our meal and enjoyed our first night in Portland

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  29. MarthaC

    Central Coast

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious seafood and cocktails. Service was efficient and attentive. Nice atmosphere.

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  30. JamesF

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Superb menu! Excellent seafood mains, excellent starters, excellent dessert. Service was inconsistent.

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  31. Gardenofhope

    Minneapolis

    87 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    87 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Our review must start with the quality of the food--fantastic, wholesome and fresh. Simply as great as farm-to-table can be. We did experience a 25 minute wait until we received service, as our waitress served larger tables than ours. The hostess stepped in and took over when we considered leaving, and provided wonderful service for the remainder of our time. Don't miss out on a great meal!

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  32. Judi

    Portland

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Did not like flavor of spinach under the lamb. Carrots were good, little dumplings ok, lamb was tasty but pretty fatty. French fries very good. Husband had clam chowder and Caesar salad. He enjoyed. (I don’t care for bacon in clam chowder, but not my dish anyway) Like the ambience very much , and the comfort of the leather chairs.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Portland

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a gem! Always one of my best dining experiences. The food and people are amazing!

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  34. AndrewB

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great neighborhood Bistro. Fine dining. Menu limited, so look up or call for current menu.

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  35. JimC

    Portland

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Cabezon is an absolute gem of a place. A neighborhood setting, not a tourist locale. Imaginative and delicious food from appetizers through dessert; a terrific and reasonable wine list; and fine, friendly, and professional service. We ate outdoors on a warm summer night. When I went inside, the main dining area seemed to be noisier than I might prefer, but not deafening by any means. The side dining area, where we’ve eaten before, is quieter. It’s a great place to take out-of-towners, as we did, to have a great meal in a neighborhood setting. We’ve had a celebratory dinner there, and Cabezon always meets the occasion!

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Portland

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved our evening! Food, service and atmosphere are all spot on!!!

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  37. NewOregonianGal

    Portland

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    What a terrific neighborhood spot! Ryan, our server, was professional, engaging, and gave us superb suggestions for our main course as well as wine. We had the halibut and the ono; both beautifully prepared and served just-off-the-stove hot. Excellent oysters on the half shell: three different kinds. Highly recommend this little jewel.

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  38. Elle

    Portland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The first thing we noticed was the comfortable seating, the nice and very inviting ambiance , and the best thing about the seating arrangements was the space provided for privacy. We had a quiet table in a small alcove by a window. So often now in many restaurants you feel you are actually having dinner with those at tables on either side of you as they are so close together and with ceilings high and open the noise level makes it difficult to have a conversation with each other. Not the case at Cabezon. Wonderful experience! Our server was delightful and did a great job. The food was very good and well prepared. Can't believe we didn't know about this place that has been around for 15 years. We will definitely return. Parking on the street was plentiful.

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  39. BarbaraJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had excellent service and food. We celebrated Valentine's Day there and came back for our anniversary.

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  40. LisaE

    Portland

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great meal as always, service was good but a bit slow.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Cabezon Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 2171 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Cabezon Restaurant

5200 NE Sacramento, Portland, OR 97213

Additional information

  • Cross street
    NE Sandy Blvd.
  • Neighborhood
    Northeast Portland
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, French, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Ample street parking in the neighborhood.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    David Farrell
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (503) 284-6617
  • Catering
    Please contact the restaurant for further details.
  • Private party facilities
    Cabezon Restaurant is a quaint and intimate bistro that offers space for private dining that can seat up to 40 people and cocktail/hors d'oeuvres for 50. Our restaurant is great for hosting holiday parties, wedding rehearsals, and many other events.
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