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Salty's on the Columbia, Portland, OR

Salty's on the Columbia

4.7 (8084)
$50 and over
Seafood
3839 NE Marine Dr., Portland, OR 97211

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 88 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Salty’s on the Columbia River serves award-winning Pacific Northwest Coastal Cuisine with astonishing waterfront views and endearing hospitality. For nearly four decades, Salty’s has proudly welcomed generations of locals and travelers celebrating vacations, engagements, business, or simply a lovely day on the water. Beautifully decorated to lift your spirits, we welcome you to take in the amazing waterfront and mountain views and fresh air of the Columbia River. Salty’s on the Columbia River is ranked as one of Portland’s best restaurants winning honors as one of the Top 100 Most Scenic Restaurants and Top 100 Best Brunches in America by OpenTable, and Eater’s #1 of the 15 Essential Portland Seafood Restaurants. Our Northwest wine menu has won the Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence since 2003. We are proudly independent, family owned and operated with woman ownership.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Northwest, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 9:00 am–1:30 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–7:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Josh Thorburn
  • Catering
    Whether you are planning a quiet affair or a lavish celebration, Salty’s will make your next banquet, private dining or special event memorable. From our breathtaking view of the Columbia River and majestic Mt. Hood in the background, to our award-winning Northwest cuisine, to our impeccable service — Salty’s has everything you need to create the perfect party, wedding reception, anniversary, birthday, holiday party or corporate event. Please contact us at 503-282-2208. We look forward to serving you.
  • Private party facilities
    Our Private Event Space features panoramic views of the Columbia River and Mt Hood, perfect for casual to formal events. Our Catering Director works closely with you to create your picture-perfect event. We offer breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, buffets & more.
  • Neighborhood
    Northeast Portland
  • Parking details
    Free private lot available.
  • Public transit
    Airport, James Gleason Boat Ramp
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 8,084 people are saying

Salty's on the Columbia reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Portland / Oregon

    Seafood

  • Portland / Oregon

    Most Booked

  • Portland

    Great for brunch

  • Portland

    Great for scenic views

  • Portland

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Salty's on the Columbia offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food and service," complemented by "stunning views" of the Columbia River. The restaurant is perfect for special occasions with "personalized touches" like birthday confetti and anniversary cards. Although a bit pricey, the "fresh seafood" and "incredible ambiance" make it a worthwhile splurge.
8,084 Reviews
  1. Dawn

    Unspecified2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tuesday Shrimp Scampi nights are the best! A lot of great food for the price! Also got the key lime pie as an extra dessert - amazing!

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  2. Tina

    Seattle / Eastern Washington2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    we have never been disappointed with the quality of the food or the service .

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  3. Bert

    Portland / Oregon4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this place. Dining at Salty’s since the 90’s. Attended just about all the different events. We also buy the gift card promo’s. The oysters are the perfect size with salt water still in the shell. Wife loves the crab or halibut. Ciopinno is mine. Coupled with the service and ambience is the impeccable experience we always take with us. GM Stephanie, who helped us with our gift cards, and server Coby, who claimed he was “new”. However, his youthful humility exposed him as a seasoned waiter. His attention to detail was exquisite.

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  4. Greg VIP

    Phoenix / Arizona53 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The daily special halibut was excellent and 5 of the 6 of us ordered it. Their wine and local beer selection is very good and the views are unbeatable.

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  5. Rowie VIP

    Portland / Oregon27 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and the service was outstanding.

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  6. Bob

    Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat outside on the upper deck. It wasn’t crowded during most of our brunch. We needed special accommodation for physical limitations. The staff was amazing! They did everything possible to get us in the right location and make us comfortable. 5 stars to Aaron, who helped us relocate twice, and was cheerful throughout. We were even treated to some National Guard F - 15EX Eagle IIs, who went vertical right over Salty’s. Thrilling!

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  7. Deb

    Portland / Oregon7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Salty’s is as near perfect as a restaurant can be. The food and service are outstanding! It’s a bit pricey, but it’s a good spend for what you get.

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  8. corey

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Go and enjoy. We had a wonderful meal and enjoyed the full experience.

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  9. Tom

    Portland / Oregon1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were able to sit outside for lunch on a beautiful day and celebrated our retirement. We shared a Prime Rib Sandwich and a Salty's Burger. Both were excellent, along with the service!

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  10. Joan

    Portland / Oregon9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated a birthday Our service was wonderful!!!

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FAQs

Salty's on the Columbia offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (503) 288-4444.

Salty's on the Columbia is rated 4.7 stars by 8084 OpenTable diners.

Salty's on the Columbia 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.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 88 times today
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3839 NE Marine Dr., Portland, OR 97211

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Northeast Portland
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 9:00 am–1:30 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–7:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Northwest, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Free private lot available.
  • Public transit
    Airport, James Gleason Boat Ramp
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Josh Thorburn
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Whether you are planning a quiet affair or a lavish celebration, Salty’s will make your next banquet, private dining or special event memorable. From our breathtaking view of the Columbia River and majestic Mt. Hood in the background, to our award-winning Northwest cuisine, to our impeccable service — Salty’s has everything you need to create the perfect party, wedding reception, anniversary, birthday, holiday party or corporate event. Please contact us at 503-282-2208. We look forward to serving you.
  • Private party facilities
    Our Private Event Space features panoramic views of the Columbia River and Mt Hood, perfect for casual to formal events. Our Catering Director works closely with you to create your picture-perfect event. We offer breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, buffets & more.
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