"The restaurant is a partnership between chef Joel Stocks (formerly of Holdfast) and Jeff Vejr, who makes his own wine under the Golden Cluster label. The funky yet elegant dining room on the second floor of an old building is divided into four rooms, each with its own character."
"The menu blends French and Northwest influences, with mainstays like chicken liver mousse tartlet, savory crepes, sturgeon, and duck confit with seasonal accompaniments. The menu is more like a list of ingredients, which leads to fun surprises - a simple-sounding squash dish came with grilled delicata and sliced butternut squash atop silky squash puree."
"Ask your server for wine recommendations, from Hungarian furmint to local rosé. They're happy to suggest pairings, and can even split pours into half-glasses so you and your dining companion can try more wines."
L'Orange is a new Portland restaurant combining French and Northwest culinary influences with an extensive wine program. Chef Joel Stocks and winemaker Jeff Vejr have created a sophisticated dining experience across four distinct rooms in a historic building's second floor. The menu features seasonal ingredients presented as ingredient lists, creating unexpected flavor combinations. Signature dishes include chicken liver mousse tartlet, sturgeon with brothy beans and shellfish, and the namesake L'Orange cake with cardamom icing and orange gel. The wine program offers diverse selections from Hungarian furmint to local rosé, with servers providing knowledgeable pairings and half-glass options for exploration. While most dishes excel, some combinations feel less successful.
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