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Tavern on Kruse, Lake Oswego, OR

Tavern on Kruse

4.4
4.4
1886 Reviews
$31 to $50
Northwest

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2 people
7:30 pm
Booked 37 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Lively
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
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,886 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • 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.

1,886 Reviews
  1. Jamie

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    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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  2. James

    Portland

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    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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  3. Melanie

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    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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  4. Sarah

    Portland

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Joined best pals for a Holiday brunch. We were seated in the front room with the huge garage doors, but had a glance of the festive Christmas tree at the entrance. I ordered the crab eggs benny with a side salad. The eggs were perfectly poached & runny. It was delicious & no need for a “to go” container! Steak bites & Caesar with chicken were the other orders.

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  5. Brooke

    Portland

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great! Prompt friendly service, delicious food and a wonderful time!

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  6. Jeff

    Portland

    32 reviews

    3.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on 10 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall I enjoy Tavern on Kruse. Today was just not quite on the mark: the salad was a little wilted and the grapes past their prime. Nevertheless, I will definitely go back. My friend REALLY enjoyed her salad.

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  7. Carolyn

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was so personable and lovely. The pumpkin ravioli was fantastic and our entire meal was perfect!

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  8. Jone

    Portland

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our table was not ready when we arrived but they accommodated us at the high tables. We enjoyed the great new winter menu!

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  9. Douglas

    VIP

    Portland

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I can't put my finger on one thing about this place, limited menu,over priced drinks, is it a tavern or restaurant, the staff wasn't very attentive as we stacked plates while the buser seemed to only get tables ready. Our party agreed that we would not come back which is the ultimate review.

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  10. Richard

    Seattle

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Dining area was draped off from the bar area which was a unique way to section the two areas. Noise could still be heard from the bar. However we were seated by the door and despite the efforts to keep the cold out my wife was could through our dinner. I appreciate the effort to section off the cold but it was still a bother. Food was good but the Pork Oso Buccu I was looking forward to ordering ran out. The ravioli was a good substitute so perhaps an earlier reservation to get full options from the menu might be needed.
    Tavern on KruseResponded on 24 November 2024
    Hi Richard. I have contracted for a giant divider to separate the entry from the nearest tables that was supposed to be installed prior to the weekend. The stain used made it almost black and I asked the carpenter to sand and restain to match the front desk. I expect it will be in by tomorrow night to solve this problem. I'm sorry we missed you by a couple of day. Kent

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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 4.4 stars by 1886 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
7:30 pm
Booked 37 times today

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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
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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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