Everything was amazing. From the courteous and prompt staff, to the delicious and abundant foods offered. What a spread! Everything is fresh and flavorful. We will be back HUNGRY for more.:)
Looking for a bfast spot? Stop by Gravy and get happily full. We arrived with about 4 couples outside and put our names on the list, walked across the street to kill some time at a vintage clothing shop. I ordered the B&G with over easy eggs. I was pleasantly surprised how good the gravy was, might order just that next time. The gal pal ordered the hash brown ufo, if ur into hash browns, get the ufo
I realize it's been probably 8 years since I've been to Gravy, and didn't know what to expect. Expect consistency - if you've been here before, it hasn't changed. If you haven't been here before, expect leftovers. Portion sizes are LARGE. Hash browns are king - and are basically a 6 inch skillet full of your own personal crispiest hash browns you'll ever get. Omelets/scrambles fill most of the plate, so they just top your eggs with the giant disc of hash browns. The wait is not for the faint of heart: this place STILL packs them in, has a wait list, and very little tolerance if you aren't RIGHT there when they go outside to call your name. Prices still reflect about a 2-serving portion. Service is good - everyone seems to enjoy their jobs.
This morning, my family had a very filling and delicious breakfast at Gravy, and overall, it was a solid experience. The food was fantastic, and we left completely satisfied. I went with the biscuits and gravy, and I have to say, it did not disappoint. The biscuits were soft, flaky, and perfect for soaking up the rich, flavorful gravy. I usually like my gravy a little less sweet and more savory. I also got the crispy hash browns with a fried egg on top, which were perfectly cooked--crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, just as they should be. My wife had the Bacato scramble, which she enjoyed but mentioned that it had a little too much bacon. She said the bacon flavor was so strong that it overpowered the other ingredients, which, for her, was a bit of a downside. The restaurant wasn't very busy when we arrived, but it quickly filled up, and that's when things got a bit hectic. Our service was average--nothing exceptional, but not bad either. We could tell the waitress and the one other server were really doing their best to keep up with the rush, and they were both working hard. It felt a little understaffed, which was understandable given the growing crowd. Overall, we had a great time at Gravy. The food was flavorful and satisfying, and while the service could have been a bit more attentive, we know they were doing their best. We'll definitely be back for another hearty breakfast soon!
Ok, this place is AWESOME!!! Stopped in on a Thursday morning, got a table right away, hot coffee was brought over in about a minute. The menu had SO many great-looking options, that it was hard to choose. We decided to split two things as it was impossible to settle on just one. We ended up ordering a western omelet and the vegan buckwheat and sweet potato pancakes. The western omelet was exceptional. A western is one of my go-tos and this one was a three egger stuffed with cheddar cheese, ham, onions and a trio of multi-colored sweet peppers. It also came with a LARGE and crispy disc of home fries The vegan buckwheat and sweet potato pancakes with roasted apples and vegan yogurt we SO fantastic and SO gigantic. We decided to go with the order of three and no joke, continued eating these pancakes for the next three days. They taste like Christmas in the best possible way.
Real, real, real popular place, I can see why, the food looks fantastic, the restaurant smells fantastic. The hispanic cooks and dishwashers works their butts off which can be viewed in the open kitchen from the counter. I ordered their country fried steak medium with eyeballs looking up and of course hash browns, the sausage gravy was real real real rich, not so much like the spicy sausage gravy that the south serves, I think if they had white pepper, that would top it off perfectly. Waitress Amanda was very helpful in suggesting future dishes to try. I definitely will have this place on my favorites list,
Always good, never disappoints! Tried out the chile verde and that was surprisingly delicious. Super tender, fall apart pork. The French toast was very soft in the inside and crispy on the outside. Lastly of course the biscuit and veggie gravy did not miss. Very tasty!
Key Points: - Must try the French Toast! - Casual and Comfy Decor The Mrs. The Little One and I recently visited Gravy for brunch during a trip to Portland for our dear friend's wedding. We heard great things about this place through multiple food reviews. The decor was unassuming and homey, perfect for a casual brunch spot. Nothing fancy or flashy. But the food certainly blew my mind: Country Fried Steak and Eggs - This was a real steak, I believe top sirloin, unlike the usual ground beef version. It was cooked to a perfect medium-rare, savory, juicy, and delicious. And the crust? Forget the Maillard reaction! What better way to build a crispy crust than to country fry it?! Blueberry Pecan Pancakes - Because I love pancakes. These looked delightful and tasted just as good as they looked. Soft, fluffy, and sweet, they paired perfectly with coffee. Challah French Toast - The star of the show. Everything I said about the pancakes and more! I'm not usually a French toast fan, but I ordered this because I heard it was amazing. They did not disappoint. In fact, it was the best French toast I've ever had! They actually blew the pancakes out of the water! Gravy is a must-try brunch spot in Portland. The wait time wasn't terrible, though it was on a weekday morning. We waited about 20 minutes and checked out neighboring businesses while on the waitlist. I don't want to imagine what the weekend wait times are like. Free street parking was found a block away. Overall, Gravy lived up to the hype and I would highly recommend it for a delicious brunch experience in Portland.