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    Urban Bliss Life » Restaurant Reviews » Oregon Restaurant Reviews » Tanner Creek Tavern in Portland's Pearl District

    Published: December 7, 2017 / Updated: May 19, 2022 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Tanner Creek Tavern in Portland's Pearl District

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    Newcomer Tanner Creek Tavern offers diners a warm reprieve from the cold with elevated, seasonal tavern fare.

    Tanner Creek Tavern Portland, Oregonrestaurant review on UrbanBlissLife.com.

    The Pearl District is like the fancier, designer-brand cousin who blew into town in the late 1990s and decided to try set up shop and out-stage its gritty, all-business, been-here-done-that cousin, Downtown Portland.

    I had the pleasure of working in the Brewery Blocks, one of the first major developments in the early revival of the Pearl District, when the paint was still drying and the streets still smelled of beer from the old Henry Weinhard Brewery.

    Tanner Creek Tavern Portland, Oregonrestaurant review on UrbanBlissLife.com.

    The Pearl District has come a very long way since those early revival days.

    All grown up and exuding the quiet confidence that comes with age (and lots of trial & error), The Pearl District continues to experience growth, both in new housing and businesses. With the addition of hotels like the Hampton Inn Suites, there are no signs of slowed growth for this area.

    The latest newcomer to this trendy neighborhood, Tanner Creek Tavern, is located on the first floor of the Hampton Inn Suites, with a large corner spot and front row view to the Pearl's bustling holiday scene.

    Tanner Creek Tavern

    seating at Tanner Creek Tavern Portland, Oregonrestaurant review on UrbanBlissLife.com.

    Tanner Creek Tavern is the newest establishment Portland chef and restaurateur David Machado has added to his already impressive restaurant portfolio. It includes Nel Centro, Altabira Tavern, and Citizen Baker.

    The 5,000 square foot restaurant includes a bright, spacious bar area, as well as more intimate banquette seating and group dining space. It's a very inviting and comfortable space, great for date nights, as well as small and large groups.

    Drinks

    Drinks here, like the ones at Nel Centro and Altabira Tavern, are thoughtful and precise. I always know I'm going to get an amazing cocktail or a stellar wine at Machado's restaurants.

    Tanner Creek Tavern offers a full bar with 12 taps and bottles of Oregon craft beers, ciders, and meads. I was impressed by their wine list, created by David Holstrom, which, in addition to some stellar Oregon wines, includes up-and-coming vintages from Chile, Argentina, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand.

    dry martini at Tanner Creek Tavern Portland, Oregonrestaurant review on UrbanBlissLife.com.

    The bartenders can serve up beautifully executed classic dirty martinis.

    cocktail at Tanner Creek Tavern Portland, Oregonrestaurant review on UrbanBlissLife.com.

    The Golden Applegate ($12) has Cruzan Aged Dark Rum, Local Apple Cider, and Lemon. An ideal fall cocktail!

    cocktail at Tanner Creek Tavern Portland, Oregonrestaurant review on UrbanBlissLife.com.

    I ordered the Creekside ($11) - DL Franklin Vodka, New Deal Ginger Liqueur, and Pear.

    The food

    Leading the team in the kitchen is chef Trevor Payne (Olympia Provisions, Little Bird Bistro). He brings seasonal, approachable tavern fare with inspiration and flavors from around the world.

    I really loved the starters at Tanner Creek Tavern.

    deviled eggs at Tanner Creek Tavern Portland, Oregonrestaurant review on UrbanBlissLife.com.

    I would suggest that you definitely order the Deviled eggs, trout roe, and dill ($5 on the Tavern & Happy Hour menu). With a healthy heap of trout roe on top of each creamy deviled egg, these are tasty, satisfying bites.

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    Seared Sea Scallops are always a win in my book. The Seared Sea Scallops($19)at Tanner Creek Tavern come with caramelized apples and celery root puree. It's a beautiful, mouthwatering flavor combo.

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    My favorite salad that we tried was the Shaved Apple and Kohlrabi, Candied Walnut, Pickled Mustard Seed, White Cheddar ($11). This salad is perfect in almost every way: a lovely balance of textures, sweet and tangy flavors, and could be a satisfying salad on its own.

    Dinner

    Dinner courses are hearty and sing of classic Pacific Northwest flavors prepared with Chef Payne's creative touches. He rotates the menu items based on what's in season and available.

    pasta at Tanner Creek Tavern Portland, Oregonrestaurant review on UrbanBlissLife.com.

    One item I am told will remain on the menu on a regular basis (hooray!) is the Roasted Squash Tortelli with seckle pears, chanterelles, raddichio, and brown butter ($19). I am in love with this pasta dish. The pears, the chanterelles, and the brown butter play so well together on this plate, with the tortelli lovingly folding it all together.

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    There is a daily Market Fish item offered. During our visit, we enjoyed the Potato Crusted Sturgeon, perfectly crisped on the outside, topped with fennel confit and served on a bed of silky saffron cream.

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    Meat dishes will also change depending on what's available and in season. During our visit, we tasted the Braised Lamb Shank with Poached Quince, served on a bed of rich heirloom black corn polenta.

    Dessert

    Definitely leave room for dessert at Tanner Creek Tavern. Or, do as I intend to do one day and meet up with a friend for drinks and dessert. Their sweets menu is outstanding!

    As with the rest of their menu, the dessert offerings change regularly. Here's a look at the sweets we tasted during our visit.

    peanut butter mousse dessert at Tanner Creek Tavern Portland, Oregonrestaurant review on UrbanBlissLife.com.

    My personal favorite was this grown-up version of fancy PB & J: Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse Cake with Blackberry Sorbet. DIVINE.

    dessert at Tanner Creek Tavern Portland, Oregonrestaurant review on UrbanBlissLife.com.

    The Honey Panna Cotta with Watermelon Agrodolce and Watermelon Sorbet was also delightful.

    homemade oreos at Tanner Creek Tavern Portland, Oregonrestaurant review on UrbanBlissLife.com.

    You can't go wrong with House-made Oreo Cookies. My kids would come here for these alone!

    Visit

    I really enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and service at Tanner Creek Tavern. So far, parking has been easy around this part of the Pearl District (knock on wood!). There is also valet parking at the Hampton Inn Suites.

    Dress is Portland attire: jeans, suits, dresses - it's all good here. I suggest not dining here in your athleisure wear... but I would suggest that of any place as well (please make that trend stop!).

    If you do dine at Tanner Creek Tavern, please come back and leave a comment with your experience! I would love to know what you ordered and enjoyed here!

    875 NW Everett
    Portland, OR 97209
    971-865-2888
    inquire@tannercreektavern.com
    HOURS:
    LUNCH Mon — Fri   11:30am — 2:30pm
    HAPPY HOUR  Daily   4pm — 6pm
    DINNER Mon — Thurs    5pm — 9pm; Fri — Sat    5pm — 10pm; Sun   5pm — 9pm
    BAR Mon — Thurs    11:30am — 11pm; Fri   11:30am — midnight; Sat    4pm — midnight; Sun    4pm — 11pm

    Visit the Tanner Creek Tavern website for more information or to make reservations.

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    I attended a media dinner at Tanner Creek Tavern and all food & beverages photographed here were complimentary. As always, there was no requirement or expectation of coverage, and all opinions and photos are my own. 

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      1. Erin @ Platings and Pairings says

        December 08, 2017 at 2:27 pm

        Tanner Creek Tavern has SO many yummy food (and drink) options and the space is so beautiful too!

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        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          December 11, 2017 at 2:06 pm

          It is, isn't it? Thanks Erin!

      2. Eva says

        December 08, 2017 at 12:41 pm

        I love the slightly sophisticated atmosphere! And those scallops look divine. I love trying new places in the Pearl, I'll definitely give this a try next time I'm over there!

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        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          December 13, 2017 at 8:50 pm

          You definitely should. It's great! :)

      3. Meg says

        December 07, 2017 at 7:06 pm

        Everything sounds wonderful. I was particularly drawn to that apple-kohlrabi salad. Kohlrabi is a very underused vegetable, IMO, so it makes me happy to see it used. Those deviled eggs are calling my name, too!

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        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          December 13, 2017 at 8:52 pm

          I agree! It was all so tasty! Thanks, Meg!

      4. Catherine @ Ten Thousand Hour Mama says

        December 07, 2017 at 2:53 pm

        Speaking of growing up—this looks like a grown-up version of a tavern. With its sophisticated booths and beautiful cocktails, Tanner Creek definitely looks like it's more than a bar food pub!

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        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          December 13, 2017 at 8:52 pm

          I agree! Thanks for stopping by, Catherine! :)

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