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Gado Gado, Portland, OR
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Gado Gado

$31 to $50
Indonesian / Malaysian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 32 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
Nominated for Best New Restaurant and Best Chef in the James Beard Awards, Gado Gado is an Indonesian-focused restaurant in Portland’s Hollywood neighborhood serving an eclectic menu that derives flavors from owners Thomas and Mariah Pisha-Duffly’s cultural heritage, travels, and culinary backgrounds.

In addition to an extensive à la carte food and drink menu, groups are invited to indulge in a bountiful family-style, chef’s choice Rice Table dinner — Gado Gado’s interpretation of the Dutch-Indonesian “Rijsttafel” feast.

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Executive chef: Thomas Pisha-Duffly

From the OpenTable editors: James Beard Award-nominated Gado Gado is what celebratory dreams are made of, thanks to owners Thomas and Mariah Pisha-Duffly’s colorful Indonesian feasts. Order hit dishes like the flaky Malaysian roti à la carte, or go all in on the family-style “rice table” experience for a sampling of curries, grilled meats, and clove-scented rice served on vintage plates. Enjoy it all in the charming dining room with custom bird-and-fish wallpaper or on the outdoor patio with patterned rugs and tablecloths.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Indonesian / Malaysian, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (503) 206-8778
  • Website
    https://www.gadogadopdx.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Experiences

  • Omnivore Rice Table

    Multiple dates available
    We are so excited to present to you, our family style Rice Table, our interpretation of the Dutch-Indonesian “Rijsttafel” feast. Let us fill your table with dumplings, breads, curries, grilled meats & fish, sambals, aromatic rice, & more of the very best of what we have to offer! Full table participation is required. Guests with other allergies and dietary restrictions will likely be asked to order a la carte. There are no substitutions on the Rice Table at this time. *menus are subject to change please check out our website* $89 per person non inclusive of gratuity!
    Omnivore Rice Table photo

  • Pescatarian Rice Table

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy the full Rice Table experience without land-based meats! Full table participation is required. Guests with other allergies and dietary restrictions will likely be asked to order a la carte. There are no substitutions on the Rice Table at this time. *menus are subject to change please check out our website* $89 per person non inclusive of gratuity!
    Pescatarian Rice Table photo

  • Singaporean Chili Crab

    Multiple dates available
    Every Sunday and Monday come enjoy our special Singaporean Chili Crab dish. A jumbo Dungeness crab cooked in our sweet chili gravy is served over a bed of rice noodles with sweet rolls cooked in coconut herb butter. This dish is intended to serve 2-3 people and is $125 per dish. A $25 fee will incur for a no-show or a cancellation within 24 hours of your reservation. If you want more than one crab please utilize the add-on option to increase the amount.
    Singaporean Chili Crab photo

Menu

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What 130 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Portland / Oregon

    Innovative

  • Portland

    Innovative

  • Portland

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gado Gado offers a "wonderful" dining experience with "exceptional" food and "fantastic" service. The diverse menu includes flavorful dishes like the rice table and creative cocktails. Guests appreciate the warm ambiance, attentive staff, and unique flavor combinations. With outdoor dining options and a welcoming atmosphere, it's perfect for celebrations.

131 Reviews

  1. Stephen

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful meal. The team provided great, friendly service and the food was delish!

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  2. Saima

    Portland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wr had such a delicious dinner last night-so many yummy flavors and varieties of dishes. The decor, staff, and great food create a festive dining experience!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We arrived earlier than our 5:30pm reservation but were still graciously seated, and immediately told about the “Golden Hour.” Our kind and informative server was thoughtfully descriptive when telling us about particular menu items we had questions about (e.g. Sambal flight), as well as made the recommendation of ordering rice with the Grilled Banana Leaf Black Cod (which was definitely appreciated), and checked in with us throughout the meal with perfect timing. We all agreed that every dish was delicious, and we especially enjoyed the Chinese Sausage & Shrimp Siu Mai w/spicy mustard, the Zucchini & Corn Fritter, and the Dry Aged Steak Tartare. The decor of the restaurant was colorful and eclectic which created a comfortable non-pretentious vibe. We look forward to our next visit!

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  4. Eli-zabeth

    Portland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a lot of fun at Gado Gado. Food was exciting and completely surpassed our expectations, staff were attentive and fun and thoughtfully offered us the most delicious homemade Jell-O shots on the house when they learned that we were “celebrating” a job layoff. A memorable dining experience. The papaya salad was out of this world!

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  5. LoveDC

    Washington DC

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Yummy food, drinks are interesting, but small; friendly service. We will be back.

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  6. Reed

    Portland

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best spots in Portland. Great food made with love and creativity. Excellent service from real people who are kind and friendly. Fantastic atmosphere tha welcomes everyone.

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  7. Sam

    Portland

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Some of the best food we have had in a while. We ordered à la carte from both the happy hour and regular menu and there wasn't a bad dish to be found. Special recognition for their "allergy menu" so those with food restrictions can choose wisely. The staff were very knowledgeable about the dishes. Dishes were generally the perfect level of spiciness.

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  8. Heather

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal, inviting ambience and kindly service! We had the Rice Table menu, enjoyed every dish. Will definitely return for the Chili Crab.

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  9. Tom

    Portland

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    such wonderful food as always. we were lucky to sit at Tanzie's table. She's the best.

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  10. Lori

    Portland

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome food!! Highly recommend - ambience is fun - food is delicious and spicy!

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FAQs

Gado Gado is rated 4.9 stars by 130 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 32 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Gado Gado

1801 NE Cesar E Chavez Blvd, Portland, OR 97212

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Northeast Portland
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Indonesian / Malaysian, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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