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L'Orange

Name: L'Orange
Address: 2005 SE 11th Ave, Portland, OR, United States, 97214
Telephone: (503) 880-5682
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.8

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$50 and over

Mediterranean

2005 SE 11th Ave, Portland, OR 97214

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2 people

Jul 3, 2025

10:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Joel Stocks

From the OpenTable editors: One of the New York Times's 50 favorite restaurants of 2024, L'Orange charms with its refined, Pacific Northwest-influenced Mediterranean small plates and superbly curated wine in a homey, cozy atmosphere. The combo quickly captivated local critics and diners, who show up in droves for dishes like roasted garlic soup with grapes or poached and grilled cauliflower with curried granola. It all obviously pairs beautifully with owner Jeff Vejr's large, varied selection.

Philosophy

At L'Orange we hope to transport you back to a time when full service dining was the norm. We hope that you feel the warmth of our space, the ease of our hospitality, and the delicious layers of flavors that our food and wine provide.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Mediterranean, French American, European
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(503) 880-5682
Website
https://www.lorangepdx.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
2005 SE 11th Ave, Portland, OR 97214
Description
Named one of the New York Times America's Best Restaurants 2024! Tucked away upstairs in a charming old storefront and voted one of Portland's 'Best New Restaurants' in 2023, L'Orange features an intimate dining space that beckons you to immerse yourself in a different era. Chef Joel Stocks and his talented team will guide your palate through adventurous dishes that blend European culinary traditions with the finest local ingredients. Experience the taste of "Old Portland" with every bite. Enhance your dining experience with a thoughtfully curated selection of wines, personally chosen by Owner/Winemaker Jeff Vejr and his team. While our wine list boasts a European focus, we also showcase a variety of local wines, including the exceptional offerings from Jeff's own Golden Cluster label. Join us at L'Orange for a taste of history, innovation, and the vibrant flavors of the Pacific Northwest!
Neighborhood
Southeast Portland
Cross street
Located on the corner of SE Harrison St. and SE 11th Ave.
Parking details
Street parking along SE 11th or SE Harrison Street is free!
Public transit
Max - Take the Orange line to the Clinton/12th street stop. Walk 6 blocks North on 11th Avenue.Bus - Take the FX Division bus to the SE 11th/12th street stop. Walk 6 blocks North on 11th Avenue.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

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Experiences

Counter Seating
Multiple dates available
Situated right in the heart of the action, these coveted seats offer a front-row view of our talented staff at work. Indulge in our daily a la carte menu while immersing yourself in the sights and sounds of a bustling intimate kitchen. These might be the most comfortable seats in town! For the ultimate experience, request counter seats 1 or 2 to enjoy the best kitchen views and witness our mesmerizing Tête de Moine cheese machine in action. The Counter at L'Orange is where food enthusiasts and wine connoisseurs come together for a truly unforgettable dining experience.
Blue Room Seating
Multiple dates available
Dine in the cozy "Blue Dining" room with soft, warm light and calming blue tones surrounding you, creating a relaxed atmosphere that's like having dinner at Grandma's house. This room is just right for groups of 2 to 6. It's the perfect spot to kick back, enjoy good food, and chat the night away in a setting that feels like your at a dinner party. Experience the inviting charm of "Blue Dining" at L'Orange, where every meal is a chance to unwind, connect, and make memories that feel as cozy as home.
Purple Dining Seating
Multiple dates available
Our Purple Dining room is a captivating space where you can immerse yourself in the dark and moody ambiance. With its elegant Art Deco influences, the Purple Dining room sets the stage for an intimate dining experience that exudes sophistication and charm. Whether you're seeking a cozy evening with your special someone or hosting a celebration with friends, this versatile room offers the ideal setting for any occasion. Please note: All guests sit "side-by-side" as this is all banquette seating. For parties of 3 or 4 we do add one chair to make conversation easier.

SOUP$13.00
chilled celery root, pickled ramps, marcona almonds, lovage
CHEESE $16.00
tête de moine (cow) rosette, honeyed hazelnuts, fennel pollen
CHICKEN LIVER (limited daily count)$16.00
chicken liver mousse tartlet, raspberry saffron jam, frisée
HAMACHI$18.00
yellowtail crudo, kumquat vinaigrette, apple, kohlrabi
GREEN SALAD$15.00
spring things, sprouts, crunchy bits, green garlic ranch
BRASSICAS$17.00
boquerones, bagna cauda, hazelnut vinaigrette, croutons
ASPARAGUS$18.00
grilled and shaved, chicken skins, pine nuts, brown butter, egg yolk
CRÊPE$24.00
mushrooms, leeks, barley, taleggio, malted mustard soubise
PASTA$28.00
casarecce, prawns, peas, preserved lemon, herbed breadcrumb
STURGEON$32.00
smoked mussels and squid, tomato chickpea stew, grilled bread
PORK$32.00
roasted belly, parisian gnocchi, spring onions, turnips, pistachios, harissa
DUCK$34.00
boneless confit, ayocote beans, fennel, gordal olives, fried capers

AFTER BITES

Delicious things for after your meal.

CHEESE$16.00
tête de moine (cow) rosette, honeyed hazelnuts, fennel pollen
RHUBARB$12.00
goat milk panna cotta black pepper, rosemary
L'ORANGE CAKE$12.00
orange three ways, cardamom icing, brûlée
ICE CREAM$5.00
choose one scoop of: Cardamaro w/ Espresso, Earl Grey w/shortbread, Blueberry Sorbet w/white chocolate

What 236 people are saying

L'Orange 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
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Portland
Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

L'Orange is a cozy Portland gem offering "amazing food" and "warm, courteous service." Diners praise its inventive French-inspired dishes, "delicious" orange cake, and thoughtfully curated wine list. The intimate atmosphere, housed in a historic building, enhances the dining experience, making it a "memorable" and "highly recommended" destination.

236 Reviews

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Kurt
Portland / Oregon12 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The tasting menu was full of surprises, most of them enjoyable. Many unusual flavor combinations were unexpected wins. A few however missed in our opinion. But the parade of offerings made for a delightful celebration. The wine pairings were all exceptional and delicious. Service was excellent. Our table in the intimate purple room was pleasant, although a woman in the adjoining blue room laughed boisterously and continuously during the 3 hour dining experience which was an annoyance. Overall, a memorable birthday splurge.
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Elaine
Minneapolis - St. Paul4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service are 10/10 and prices are reasonable for a top tier restaurant.
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Mary Elizabeth
Portland / Oregon2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a lovely experience in this cozy spot! Food is delicious, servers are attentive and friendly, and even the chef delivered some of our food! I so appreciate the top quality food & service coupled with the relaxed atmosphere - it runs like a well-oiled machine without that feeling of being a cog in a machine. Eat here! You’ll love it!
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Bert
Hawaii4 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Fine dining, fabulous service, funky place. We loved the food: pasta with shrimp, sturgeon, scallops crudo and asparagus. All were uniquely flavored and perfect. The service was seamless and attentive, and friendly. The l’Orange cake was heavenly, and we enjoyed several glasses of various Golden Cluster wines. But we could nearly touch elbows with the next table (other tables looked to have a bit more room) making conversation difficult. We could hear our neighbors, who spoke more loudly than us, more easily than each other. The food, atmosphere and service was reminiscent of Coquine (a compliment) but livelier. We will return, for sure, but will need to figure out the seating thing.
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Carol VIP
Portland / Oregon5 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful way to celebrate our 58th anniversary. Service and food were perfect. Thank you💋
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Sara
Portland / Oregon3 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 26, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We enjoyed our meal and the environment in which it was served. The showstopper for us was the celeriac root soup; the asparagus dish also was excellent. Everything else we tried was good to very good. The room in which we were seated had the potential to be intimate and nice. However, a very loud party meant it was hard to hear each other. The waitstaff is helpful, knowledgeable, and passionate. Would love to see this caliber restaurant offering bread and butter rather than selling it. Wine pours could be a bit more generous. All in all an enjoyable experience though less memorable than had envisioned going in.
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Ben
Indiana2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the cozy ambience and great food here! This was our first meal on our summer vacation in the PNW and we have no regrets. We particularly enjoyed the asparagus and pork on the seasonal menu. Wine recommendations were great and we had a great time chatting with the personable service members. Highly recommend!
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Stuart
New Orleans / Louisiana43 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and amazing food. The owner served us as we sat the bar. It is amazing how such great food comes out of the small kitchen. Wines were excellent.. Highly recommend the duck confit.
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Brian
Portland / Oregon1 review
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time here and definitely worth the visit. 100% happy with the every aspect of the experience and can’t wait to come back next time we are in town.
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Matt
Los Angeles17 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We felt welcomed and cared for. The food was delicious. Great selection of wines. We were not disappointed in the least all around. There are so many great choices in Portland, but this stands out due to the staff in additions to great food and drink.
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FAQs

L'Orange is rated 4.8 stars by 236 OpenTable diners.

L'Orange does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 3, 2025

10:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

2005 SE 11th Ave, Portland, OR 97214

Additional information

Description
Named one of the New York Times America's Best Restaurants 2024! Tucked away upstairs in a charming old storefront and voted one of Portland's 'Best New Restaurants' in 2023, L'Orange features an intimate dining space that beckons you to immerse yourself in a different era. Chef Joel Stocks and his talented team will guide your palate through adventurous dishes that blend European culinary traditions with the finest local ingredients. Experience the taste of "Old Portland" with every bite. Enhance your dining experience with a thoughtfully curated selection of wines, personally chosen by Owner/Winemaker Jeff Vejr and his team. While our wine list boasts a European focus, we also showcase a variety of local wines, including the exceptional offerings from Jeff's own Golden Cluster label. Join us at L'Orange for a taste of history, innovation, and the vibrant flavors of the Pacific Northwest!
Cross street
Located on the corner of SE Harrison St. and SE 11th Ave.
Neighborhood
Southeast Portland
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Mediterranean, French American, European
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street parking along SE 11th or SE Harrison Street is free!
Public transit
Max - Take the Orange line to the Clinton/12th street stop. Walk 6 blocks North on 11th Avenue.Bus - Take the FX Division bus to the SE 11th/12th street stop. Walk 6 blocks North on 11th Avenue.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Website
https://www.lorangepdx.com/
Phone number
(503) 880-5682

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L'Orange

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Why they're an Icon

Philosophy

Additional information

Gift card

Counter Seating

Blue Room Seating

Purple Dining Seating

DINING MENU

SOUP$13.00

CHEESE $16.00

CHICKEN LIVER (limited daily count)$16.00

HAMACHI$18.00

GREEN SALAD$15.00

BRASSICAS$17.00

ASPARAGUS$18.00

CRÊPE$24.00

PASTA$28.00

STURGEON$32.00

PORK$32.00

DUCK$34.00

AFTER BITES

CHEESE$16.00

RHUBARB$12.00

L'ORANGE CAKE$12.00

ICE CREAM$5.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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