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Gado Gado, Portland, OR
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Gado Gado

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$31 to $50
Indonesian / Malaysian
1801 NE Cesar E Chavez Blvd, Portland, OR 97212

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
Nominated for Best New Restaurant and Best Chef in the James Beard Awards, Gado Gado is an Indonesian-focused restaurant in Portland’s Hollywood neighborhood serving an eclectic menu that derives flavors from owners Thomas and Mariah Pisha-Duffly’s cultural heritage, travels, and culinary backgrounds.

In addition to an extensive à la carte food and drink menu, groups are invited to indulge in a bountiful family-style, chef’s choice Rice Table dinner — Gado Gado’s interpretation of the Dutch-Indonesian “Rijsttafel” feast.

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Executive chef: Thomas Pisha-Duffly

From the OpenTable editors: James Beard Award-nominated Gado Gado is what celebratory dreams are made of, thanks to owners Thomas and Mariah Pisha-Duffly’s colorful Indonesian feasts. Order hit dishes like the flaky Malaysian roti à la carte, or go all in on the family-style “rice table” experience for a sampling of curries, grilled meats, and clove-scented rice served on vintage plates. Enjoy it all in the charming dining room with custom bird-and-fish wallpaper or on the outdoor patio with patterned rugs and tablecloths.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Indonesian / Malaysian, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Northeast Portland
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Omnivore Rice Table

    Multiple dates available
    We are so excited to present to you, our family style Rice Table, our interpretation of the Dutch-Indonesian “Rijsttafel” feast. Let us fill your table with dumplings, breads, curries, grilled meats & fish, sambals, aromatic rice, & more of the very best of what we have to offer! Full table participation is required. Guests with other allergies and dietary restrictions will likely be asked to order a la carte. There are no substitutions on the Rice Table at this time. *menus are subject to change please check out our website* $89 per person non inclusive of gratuity!
    Omnivore Rice Table Photo
  • Pescatarian Rice Table

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy the full Rice Table experience without land-based meats! Full table participation is required. Guests with other allergies and dietary restrictions will likely be asked to order a la carte. There are no substitutions on the Rice Table at this time. *menus are subject to change please check out our website* $89 per person non inclusive of gratuity!
    Pescatarian Rice Table Photo
  • Singaporean Chili Crab

    Multiple dates available
    Every Sunday and Monday come enjoy our special Singaporean Chili Crab dish. A jumbo Dungeness crab cooked in our sweet chili gravy is served over a bed of rice noodles with sweet rolls cooked in coconut herb butter. This dish is intended to serve 2-3 people and is $125 per dish. A $25 fee will incur for a no-show or a cancellation within 24 hours of your reservation. If you want more than one crab please utilize the add-on option to increase the amount.
    Singaporean Chili Crab Photo

What 207 people are saying

Gado Gado reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Portland / Oregon

    Innovative

  • Portland

    Best Service

  • Portland

    Innovative

  • Portland

    Hot spot

  • Portland

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gado Gado offers "outstanding Indonesian/Dutch cuisine" with an "exceptional rice service experience." Guests rave about the "flavorful and delicious" dishes and "wonderful and tasty" dining experience. Although some found the cocktails pricey and service inconsistent, "the food is divine" and "every dish a revelation," making it a "hidden treasure."
207 Reviews
  1. vu

    San Diego5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun arrangement of flavorful dishes. Cool vibes with good music. Great spot for hanging out with friends and doing family style.

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  2. Andy VIP

    Portland / Oregon5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really interesting flavors from ingredients I’m not familiar with. Killer “cocktail for a cause”. Steak tartare was amazing. Sat outside and it was delightful

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  3. Steve

    Portland / Oregon7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    the food was excellent and unique-too good for plastic plates. it warrants a nicer environment and presentation. i would strongly encourage experiencing the food.

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  4. Troy

    Portland / Oregon2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The rice service experience was exceptional allowing to taste so many different items. Everyone in our group loved the food and the whole vibe. Great service!

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  5. Dyce VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Not as good as past visits. Certain dishes read much much sweeter than past Rice Table dinners. Beef Rendang was bone dry. The server was gracious and replaced it. We’ll give it a rest for a while

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  6. Heather

    Austin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Eclectic, neighborhood spot with outstanding Indonesian/Dutch cuisine and craft cocktails. This is a hidden treasure and we can't wait to come back!

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  7. Heather VIP

    Idaho16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The Omnivore RIce Table menu was perfect! We got to try a number of dishes (12ish) and each and every one was excellent! One of the best meals we have had in a long time - excellent flavor combinations, with not a SINGLE bad dish - each one continued to amaze and delight. We can't wait to go back, even though it's a plane ride away! It was a fabulous way to celebrate our anniversary, but this unpretentious place is great for every day dining too. The price for the meal was more than reasonable. Also, excellent cocktails!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Portland / Oregon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food-definitely splurge on the rijs tafel! We sat outside so the noise level was fine. Drinks are pricey and not very potent. Different waitstaff presented the food; some friendly, some definitely not into their jobs. Overall, the food is divine! Flavor bombs in every bite. Just need better bartenders or adjust their prices.

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  9. Mark

    Portland / Oregon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent dining experience. We had the rice table and everything was very flavorful and delicious. Can’t wait to come back.

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  10. Nathalie

    Portland / Oregon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a great and authentic Indonesian restaurant! I’m from Holland and I can attest to its authenticity!

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Gado Gado is rated 4.8 stars by 207 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Gado Gado

1801 NE Cesar E Chavez Blvd, Portland, OR 97212

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Northeast Portland
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Indonesian / Malaysian, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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