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Tavern on Kruse, Lake Oswego, OR

Tavern on Kruse

4.3 (1953)
$31 to $50
Northwest
4835 Meadows Road, Lake Oswego, OR 97035

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 15 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for happy hour
Locally sourced and seasonally inspired, Tavern on Kruse changes menus every 12 weeks as we weave the season's perfectly-fresh and perfectly ripe bounty into our offerings. Our executive chef, Nathan Bates, spent four and half years at the Michelin 3-Star "Fifth Floor" in San Francisco. Our space is elegant, but our staff is friendly and jovial as we see "people" as the reason for dining. We look forward to meeting you.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Northwest, American, French
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Nathan Bates
  • Catering
    Full-service catering is available, including wine, beer, cocktails and food
  • Private party facilities
    We now have a private dining facility called Tavern Annex with screens, projectors it's own bar and seating for up to 40. http://www.tavernonkruse.com/tavern-annex The indoor capacity of Tavern is 118; 144 if we remove seating to create a dance floor. We have another 90 seats outdoors split between two patios which can be rented separately or in conjunction with indoor space, bringing our total event capacity to 200. Contact Emily (events@tavernonkruse.com) for any private party info.
  • Neighborhood
    Lake Oswego
  • Cross street
    Kruse Way at Carman Drive
  • Parking details
    There is a 250-space lot in our shopping center!
  • Entertainment
    Recorded music
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,953 people are saying

Tavern on Kruse 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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.0Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Clackamas

    Great for brunch

  • Clackamas

    Innovative

  • Clackamas

    Good for groups

  • Clackamas

    Healthy

  • Clackamas

    Hot spot

  • Clackamas

    Neighborhood gem

  • Clackamas

    Great for fine wines

  • Clackamas

    Lively

  • Clackamas

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tavern on Kruse offers an inviting atmosphere perfect for business dinners and casual brunches. The "delicious food" consistently impresses, with standout dishes like the Ahi Tuna Burger and local salmon. Guests appreciate the "excellent service" and diverse menu. Enjoy the lively ambiance, but note it can be "too loud."
1,953 Reviews
  1. Rudy

    Portland / Oregon2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, Tavern did not disappoint! New flavors and yummy dishes, plus outdoor seating on a summer like night…perfection!!!

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  2. Janet VIP

    Portland / Oregon40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Glad to see music back at the Tavern! Always makes for a fun evening. I suggest trying the smoked scallops for your starter...next time we go there I might even get that for my dinner! The service was great, as always. Not sure about the new chef, but we will go back!

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  3. Barbara VIP

    Portland / Oregon30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A Hidden Gem for Business Dinners and More! I recently had the pleasure of dining at this fantastic restaurant for a business meal with an out-of-town guest who had just arrived. We needed a place where we could have some strategic conversations without too much noise, and this restaurant delivered perfectly on that front. The ambiance was just right – quiet enough for our discussions, yet lively enough to feel welcoming. The servers were exceptional, striking the perfect balance between attentiveness and discretion. They read the table well and were never intrusive, allowing us to focus on our conversation. The meal itself was nothing short of spectacular. The new chef has made some delightful changes to the menu, making it approachable for all kinds of dietary preferences while still being incredibly enticing. Our guest was particularly impressed with the local salmon, which was cooked to perfection. Another guest had the steak, and it was beautifully prepared – a true testament to the chef's skill. The wine selection was top-notch, and the cocktail menu offered some delightful surprises. Overall, the service was first-class, and we left with our expectations exceeded. This restaurant has quickly become a favorite, and we will definitely be returning very soon!

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  4. Kevin VIP

    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities1 review

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Way too loud in the bar, which affected dining room experience. Food not as good as it used to be. They need to up their game in that regard, as there are many more choices in Lake Oswego.

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  5. Lara VIP

    Hawaii17 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Thank you for seating us inside. Unfortunately, the table was right by the window and it was uncomfortably hot. We wanted to eat and get out ASAP. Also, it was a bday and there was not any icrlebration even though it was indicated in the reservation.

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  6. Lindsay

    Portland / Oregon26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed a great brunch! The menu had a lot of great offerings but we tried the grilled marinated prawns, stack pancakes and the Shakshuka egg dish! All were so flavorful and a good portion. The pancakes were so delicious with not too much chocolate and amazing which cream. We’d highly suggest this place over a few of the other popular brunch spots in town!

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  7. Kieran VIP

    Greater Boston24 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A neighborhood gem for brunch, lunch, or happy hour.

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  8. Jamie

    Portland / Oregon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambiance is great, this is a good place to meet for work lunches as well.

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  9. Shoshana

    Portland / Oregon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food and service. Too loud for a group of 7.

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  10. kathy

    Portland / Oregon2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect, as usual… only 2 small suggestions: 1) I had that great salad with lots of blue cheese, but it would be better without those big red onion slices. Perhaps put on the side, but to me they would overpower the rest of salad, so I picked them out and was happy.

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FAQs

Tavern on Kruse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (503) 303-5280.

Tavern on Kruse is rated 4.3 stars by 1953 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Portland / Oregon
  4. Clackamas
  5. Lake Oswego

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Tavern on Kruse

4835 Meadows Road, Lake Oswego, OR 97035

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Kruse Way at Carman Drive
  • Neighborhood
    Lake Oswego
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Northwest, American, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a 250-space lot in our shopping center!
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Nathan Bates
  • Entertainment
    Recorded music
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Full-service catering is available, including wine, beer, cocktails and food
  • Private party facilities
    We now have a private dining facility called Tavern Annex with screens, projectors it's own bar and seating for up to 40. http://www.tavernonkruse.com/tavern-annex The indoor capacity of Tavern is 118; 144 if we remove seating to create a dance floor. We have another 90 seats outdoors split between two patios which can be rented separately or in conjunction with indoor space, bringing our total event capacity to 200. Contact Emily (events@tavernonkruse.com) for any private party info.
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