Simpatica Dining Hall

Homestyle: Simpatica Dining Hall came about in 2005 when three butchers, Ben Dyer, David Kreifels and Jason Owens, wanted to expand their company by getting into the catering business. With the ultimate goal of competing with the finest restaurants in Portland, the trio took the extra time to perfect their dishes and slow down the process. They use traditional cooking methods such as moking,...

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Some of the seating at Simpatica is communal, so come prepared to share a table and chat with your neighbors.

In Short
Though it's a friendly neighborhood place, no walk-ins are allowed here. Instead, would-be diners must sign up for a weekly menu newsletter and make reservations in advance....

Our strengths lie in our diversity. We are a dining hall, a supper club, and a food resource. We have our finger on the pulse of the Pacific Northwests burgeoning food scene working closely with local chefs, farmers, and food producers.
We are committed to culinary traditions constantly exploring new avenues of food and taking no shortcuts. Every dish is prepared from scratch. We have our own...

Exclusive without being pretentious, Simpatica Dining Hall is a unique and delicious gastronomical experience that is not to be missed- if you can get a seat. Dinner is served Friday and Saturday only, but in order to get a table you must sign up for their weekly menu-newsletter and make reservations well in advance. On Sundays, brunch and a "ten sandwiches" supper are open to the public sans...