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Tavern on Kruse, Lake Oswego, OR

Tavern on Kruse

4.5
4.5
1893 Reviews
$31 to $50
Northwest

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Northwest, American, French
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (503) 303-5280
  • 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.
  • Area
    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
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 1,893 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Portland / Oregon

    Hot spot

  • Portland / Oregon

    Northwest

  • Clackamas

    Hot spot

  • Clackamas

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Clackamas

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Clackamas

    Lively

  • Clackamas

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tavern on Kruse offers an upscale dining experience with "outstanding food" and a diverse menu, complemented by "great service" and a "lovely al fresco dining experience." Guests rave about the live music and "fantastic" wine selection. While some mention slow service, the "friendly staff" and vibrant atmosphere make it a favorite spot for many.

1,893 Reviews
  1. Ian

    Portland

    42 reviews

    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another great experience at Tavern on Kruse. All the food selections were excellent, although the dessert portion was a bit small for a prix fixe meal. The service was very good and felt personal. And I love the seasonal cocktails.

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  2. Allen

    VIP

    Portland

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love TOC, easily the best vibe, value, service, dining option in the area. It was New Year's dinner, a fixed price menu. A lovely menu. I know the challenges to get each dish right and the timing to serve each plating when doing a 2-seating holiday meal. The menu was bold, the actual food experience was a bit uneven. The lobster Cappuccino ( soup bisque) was excellent but sat on the counter too long and arrived not quite even warm. It needed to be hot. The Tavern Wellington, arrived too soon while we were still working on the Chicken Breast and Foie Gras Terrine and Waldorf Salad, but also excellent, but a bit over cooked. We had a wonderful service person, folks are attentive and friendly and present as if your neighbors.

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  3. Nancy

    Portland

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow, the New Year's Eve dinner was incredible! The five courses and wine pairings were skillfully prepared and spaced perfectly to allow time to really enjoy each course. The pace was relaxed and it was fun to watch the food being prepared in the open kitchen. We have been enjoying Tavern on Kruze for many years and I can honestly say that they outdid themselves. The beef Wellington and lobster bisque were definitely highlights. The service, as always, was friendly and customer focused. A truly enjoyable experience that we look forward to doing again.

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  4. Clark

    VIP

    Portland

    39 reviews

    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional Pix Fixe menu for New Years Eve at a reasonable price. Excellent food and service. We had a wonderful time.

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  5. Laura

    Hawaii

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a family celebration at Tavern and the entire family loved their meal and experience. The seasonal specials of the lamb gnocchi and osso bucco were wonderful along with the staples of the tavern burger. Our server was personable and attentive while allowing family time.

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  6. Theresa

    Portland

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 24 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful restaurant. Creative menu and great food thanks to a great chef. The atmosphere is friendly and relaxed. I feel fortunate to have this restaurant in my neighborhood.

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  7. Gabe

    VIP

    Portland

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 24 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Their happy hour is amazing. Great price, pretty quick service & everything was outstanding!

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  8. Jamie

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Service was good. Ordered the fried chicken which came with a very small serving of Mac and cheese. The Mac and cheese seemed to be just thrown on the plate, it was cold and probably had been sitting a while. Tap beer had an off taste. The crab dip appetizer was good but served with not enough bread, server did offer more which was very nice. Would not return.

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  9. James

    Portland

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was good and the service was excellent. However, the noise level in the restaurant is very high. Almost all of the loud noises appears to be coming from the bar area, so picking a time to eat when the bar is slow would be a good idea.

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  10. Melanie

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Despite being incredibly busy and with a reservation in the middle of the lunch rush the staff was amazing, thoughtful and thorough. Great experience and terrific food. Parking options were a bit scarce but the restaurant has no control over that, just be prepared.

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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 4.5 stars by 1893 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 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Tavern on Kruse

4835 Meadows Road, Lake Oswego, OR 97035

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Kruse Way at Carman Drive
  • Area
    Lake Oswego
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:45 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
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (503) 303-5280
  • 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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