It had been awhile since I'd been to Roux for dinner, so I was curious to see if it still held that same charm for me. I'd heard some murmers about high prices, but I have to say, it was worth every penny, and one of the best dinners for 2 I've had for a long time for under $100. We started out with a few of Roux's signature cocktails, and (our favorite) crawfish pie ,as well as a beet salad w/ greens,goat cheese and a zippy horseradish vinagrette.The real surprise came on the entree side- they had a selection of "hand-cut" steaks and we decided to go for the NY w/ a extra add on of crab; hollandaise came on the side and we opted for the twice baked potato w/tasso as our chosen side dish. Now, I've had plenty of steaks in town, from Bluehour to Henry Fords (sigh) to the Ringside, and this one is as good as any I've, except it was cheaper!! .It was perfectly cooked medium rare, with just enough fat on the side to make it the real deal. Great price and quality.We also had the Hunter chicken with wild mushrooms & tasso, and it was probably the best chicken I've ever had- perfectly cooked meat and the rich earthy mushrooms & delicious sauce- wow.
Delicious food, interesting wine & cocktail selection and a very competant wait staff (rare in this town) puts Roux back on the top of my list!!! Love those booths!
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Pros: Great food and drink, and incredible value. Best Restaurant in North Portland & one of the top 10 in town.
Cons: Can get noisy when busy.
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