Sapphire Hotel

Last week, we experienced a mini Hungry Houseguest Disaster 2024 (TM). You have probably have experienced Hungry Houseguest Disaster yourself at some point in your PDX life. We had hoped to dine at The Observatory in Montavilla. The wait times were super long, alas. Ditto for the other nearby restaurants. So we hopped in the car and headed to the Sapphire Hotel. We hadn't been to the Sapphire Hotel in some 10+ years, but we remembered the place fondly. Would it still have a cheap and wonderful happy hour? Would there be a terrible wait? Was the restaurant still in business?I'm pleased to report that the Sapphire Hotel worked out wonderfully for our needs. PROS:--Our party of five was able to be seated immediately.--The service was friendly and fast.-- The temperature inside was cool and relaxing, even on a 95+ day.--There were food and drink options galore, accommodating all of us, including one guest who is gluten and dairy free.CONS:--The prices had certainly gone up since our last visit, but the food we received was yummy.

A cozy and special space to enjoy a meal worh a friend or a romantic night out with your sweetie. The beautiful drinks match the spirit of the decor and the food is delish! Check out their happy hour before 6 pm!

What a gorgeous hidden gem! Came here for a date night and was not disappointed by the drinks or the vibe. It's such a sexy, swanky spot and great for chatting and people watching. Our server was so friendly and attentive, and the bartender was even able to accommodate my request to make a hot drink (Bananas Foster-Powell) iced. And WOW -- do not sleep on this cocktail!! Like a tropical, boozy milkshake, super creamy and delicious. Fantastic! I will certainly return to the Sapphire Hotel soon.

Ever since I first visited this place many moons ago, I've always had fond memories of it. So whenever I find myself on Hawthorn it's time for my return. Today was the day!I was instantly reminded by how cozy a place this is. They have a wood stove with a few comfy seats. There's plenty of tables for two, outdoor covered seating, and a few nice spots at the bar. Their cocktail menu is very creative. I enjoyed the Lounge Singer (redux) and will have to come back for the Devil's Lettuce and Seasonal Manhattan. The food is also well done and I enjoyed the crab cakes and Sapphire Chicken salad. They also have several tempting desserts that I'll need to come back for. Service was also kind and attentive. I always have a good time here and I'm looking forward for my next chance to return!

Ok. First thing is first. I didn't drink all of these by myself. Second, this 5 star is based solely on their drinks as my friends and I only went here for happy hour. However, I've heard their food is also fantastic. It was a nice day out, so we were able to sit outside. Even in poorer weather, the outdoor seating is both covered and has gas heaters to keep warm. The cocktails. They were so good. They were presented beautifully, they were creative, and most importantly they tasted good. Our server was awesome; she was the perfect balance of attentive but not "hover-y" (yep, I just made up that word). We sat outside because we had a rare, nice 2023 day but the inside has so much character and charm! I will definitely be returning here because there are still drinks on the drink menu I'd like to try.

Had a very tasty cocktail, the Mai Shai Friend.Comfortable seating outside with heaters.

We arrived at 5 on a Friday. Parking was easy to find in residential areas. There was plenty of seating available. I had looked up where to eat that was romantic and good for first dates and I was not disappointed. The vibe is very intimate, the lights are dim, there's a candle on each table. Our server was friendly & she knew when to check in on us. We ordered the Other Woman and Apricot Blonde from the happy hour menu (ends at 6pm), which were both very good. We also ordered the Sapphire Salad (pretty basic, light dressing) and the Salmon Cakes (light, nicely sauced). For our entrees, the Roasted Beet Burger was delicious. We added caramelized onions. I would come back for the burger. The Burro e Pomodoro was a pretty standard tomato sauce pasta. Dessert we ordered the Pumpkin Bread Pudding. The portion was huge! And very decadent.

I hadn't been in to Sapphire in at least 15 years, and I didn't know what it would be like. It's almost criminal - I live just 12 blocks away, and yet never came in for a bite. In fact, I actively avoided coming in. What a stupid, 14 year loss to my life!Then I had a very hard day at work (hard on my colleague, which always hurts more than if it was me), and all I could think about was a TGIF delicious happy hour drink and snack. I kept using different criteria, but because of where I was working that day, Sapphire Hotel kept coming up. So, although skeptical, I went. I got there with my book (I always carry a book), and asked if they could seat me inside, but by a window for good light. It isn't too dark in there, but dark enough that reading wouldn't have been as much fun. Not that reading lighting is what any bar should aim for!The table they gave me was wonderful, in the small little nook by the front door. I ordered the Marionberry Margarita cocktail, and the Farmer's Platter. But I HAD to make it difficult - I didn't want the huge one, but how was I to choose one cheese with so many options?! My waiter went back to ask and came back to tell me they could do I for the price of an extra cheese. The drink came out, and was so good I had to remind myself to not gulp down every single drop too fast. The platter was gorgeous - stacked with crackers and bread, delicious dried fruits, a few fresh tastes, a sweet spread, roast garlic (that I usually wouldn't have eaten, but smeared on the bread and loved), and a few delicious aged meats. I was too happy to kick myself for not coming sooner. I ran into a friend outside who had been celebrating her mom's birthday, and proceeded to ask them what they loved (there were three of them and they ordered all the starters). Recommending all of them, my list for what to try is too long for just one visit. Guess I will have to come more often!

It was okay. The food isn't as good as I hoped. Perhaps it was a just a bad day, however the service really was very good.Deserves another chance.

This place is one of the very few that feels like "Old Portland." It's got this cozy, witchy bungalow vibe with lighting just dark enough so that you feel like your table is the only one in the room. The cocktails are incroyable. The happy hour runs--even on weekends(!)--so you can get a $10 cocktail for $6. And their cocktails are about as mesmerizing as you would find anywhere in town. But damn, that spinach and artichoke dip with that BREAD, honey. MMMMmmmmMMMM. Now that's what I'm talking about. I LUST for this dish. Also, the chips are good. Fries are solid. All of the food is in the "great" category.Service was really nice! I honestly don't remember servers that often, but the ones here were just friendly enough that it felt like you were friends of an acquaintance at their BBQ or something. Idk are people even straight enough in this town to have BBQs? I sure as hell ain't! A+++++++++