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Salty’s serves award-winning Pacific Northwest Coastal Cuisine with astonishing waterfront views, and service. For decades, we’ve welcomed locals and travelers celebrating vacations, engagements, business, or simply a lovely day on the water. Come celebrate or just let the stress of the day slip away while enjoying the waterfront, mountain views and fresh air of the Columbia River. Established in 1980, we are a James Beard Smart Catch Restaurant, independent, family owned, operated, and women owned. In the Top 100 Most Scenic Restaurants and Top 100 Best Brunches in America by OpenTable, and Eater’s #1 of the 15 Essential Portland Seafood Restaurants.
Upscale seafood & steak outpost in a waterfront locale serving a luxurious buffet brunch.
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Address: 3839 NE Marine Dr, Portland, OR 97211
Phone: (503) 288-4444
Website: http://saltys.com/portland
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David Neely
Sunday Brunch at Salty’s on the Columbia
Treated my wife to Sunday Brunch as a Christmas gift. She loves fish, and this felt like the right kind of “occasion” meal. We arrived around 10:30am; non-valet parking was limited but manageable with some patience. Despite not having a reservation and being just the two of us, we were seated quickly.
We were initially placed upstairs, which has nice views, but once we realized all buffet stations were on the first floor, we asked about moving. We ended up with a first-floor corner table by the windows, overlooking the Columbia River — easily the best seating choice. If window seating on the main floor matters to you, reservations are the safer bet.
The restaurant stood out immediately for cleanliness, including buffet lines and high-traffic areas. Holiday décor added warmth without feeling excessive. There was background music, but conversation noise dominated in a way that still allowed easy table talk. The dining room accommodates large groups well, though reservations would clearly be expected for that.
Service was prompt, welcoming, and well-paced. As first-timers, our server explained the layout and flow of brunch without rushing us. Coffee, juices, and soft drinks are included; lattes and alcohol are extra. The coffee was strong, hot, and smooth — no bitterness.
Helpful tip: Walk the buffet once before filling a plate. The selection is extensive but organized. I sampled lightly at first, then returned for larger portions of standout items. My wife focused on a variety of favorites.
Food quality was consistently high. Highlights included fork-tender, well-seasoned prime rib, fresh and sweet Dungeness crab, rich and creamy clam chowder, and made-to-order omelets cooked just right. Hot towels brought to the table after crab legs were a thoughtful touch. A few items were less memorable (popcorn shrimp leaned heavy on breading), but nothing detracted significantly from the overall experience.
At roughly $90 per person, this is not casual dining. That said, when you factor in the range of seafood, meats, made-to-order stations, and the ability to go back for seconds (or thirds), the value becomes clearer. Add attentive service, river views, and an unhurried pace, and the experience feels intentional rather than transactional.
This is a destination brunch meant to be enjoyed slowly.
Worth the experience. Reservations recommended for preferred seating.
… moreTreated my wife to Sunday Brunch as a Christmas gift. She loves fish, and this felt like the right kind of “occasion” meal. We arrived around 10:30am; non-valet parking was limited but manageable with some patience. Despite not having a reservation and being just the two of us, we were seated quickly.
We were initially placed upstairs, which has nice views, but once we realized all buffet stations were on the first floor, we asked about moving. We ended up with a first-floor corner table by the windows, overlooking the Columbia River — easily the best seating choice. If window seating on the main floor matters to you, reservations are the safer bet.
The restaurant stood out immediately for cleanliness, including buffet lines and high-traffic areas. Holiday décor added warmth without feeling excessive. There was background music, but conversation noise dominated in a way that still allowed easy table talk. The dining room accommodates large groups well, though reservations would clearly be expected for that.
Service was prompt, welcoming, and well-paced. As first-timers, our server explained the layout and flow of brunch without rushing us. Coffee, juices, and soft drinks are included; lattes and alcohol are extra. The coffee was strong, hot, and smooth — no bitterness.
Helpful tip: Walk the buffet once before filling a plate. The selection is extensive but organized. I sampled lightly at first, then returned for larger portions of standout items. My wife focused on a variety of favorites.
Food quality was consistently high. Highlights included fork-tender, well-seasoned prime rib, fresh and sweet Dungeness crab, rich and creamy clam chowder, and made-to-order omelets cooked just right. Hot towels brought to the table after crab legs were a thoughtful touch. A few items were less memorable (popcorn shrimp leaned heavy on breading), but nothing detracted significantly from the overall experience.
At roughly $90 per person, this is not casual dining. That said, when you factor in the range of seafood, meats, made-to-order stations, and the ability to go back for seconds (or thirds), the value becomes clearer. Add attentive service, river views, and an unhurried pace, and the experience feels intentional rather than transactional.
This is a destination brunch meant to be enjoyed slowly.
Worth the experience. Reservations recommended for preferred seating.
Gabrielle R
I went to Salty’s for my birthday lunch and everything was perfect. The service was great, the view of the water was calming and the food was amazing. Everyone always says they have the best clam chowder, but this place actually has THE BEST clam chowder.
… moreNinette
Very accommodating staff. They left us time to converse and checked in without being annoying.
I got the restaurant week special. The octopus had decent flavors but was a bit over cooked and could have had a more smoke flavor. The king salmon while small portion was fabulous. I was delighted with the carrot cake and that it wasn’t overly sweet and oily like so many are. It could have stood to be out of the fridge a bit longer so the icing wasn’t hard and would be more creamy.
Everyone else at our table enjoyed their food.
Great views from the window. Nice price points.
… moreI got the restaurant week special. The octopus had decent flavors but was a bit over cooked and could have had a more smoke flavor. The king salmon while small portion was fabulous. I was delighted with the carrot cake and that it wasn’t overly sweet and oily like so many are. It could have stood to be out of the fridge a bit longer so the icing wasn’t hard and would be more creamy.
Everyone else at our table enjoyed their food.
Great views from the window. Nice price points.
Lillian Sun
Fresh ingredients. I like the oysters a lot, order almost every time. Next time I will try the smoked steelhead. Yesterday was Halloween. Some staff dressed in costumes. It was fun. Upstairs had 2 jazz music players playing too. Yesterday was Friday. Not sure if the jazz live music was a Friday night thing or not. (I allowed google map to track me now, so I got an alert asking for review after last night’s visit at the restaurant. I actually owe this restaurant a nice review from a while ago. I was upset due to something happened between me and my husband on the dinner table, so I moved myself to a small remote table… the staff there was understanding and tried to cheer me up and the effort from more than one staff made me feel better of course).
… moreJasmine Branch
I came here for my birthday with family on a Thursday night and it was very quiet. The server was very nice. She was helpful and quick. The food was absolutely delicious. The crab Mac n cheese is to die for. The view is beautiful during the day but we went at night and couldn’t see the river at all. If I wasn’t broke, I’d go here more often! Lol!
… moreSarah Villanueva
Went to Sunday Brunch Buffet for our anniversary and they had rose petals and a card for us. They were attentive even though busy and had hot towels to keep our seafood hands clean. Traditional breakfast foods and delicious seafood brunch options. Delicious buffet with a beautiful view!
… moreSofia Favaloro
From parking to seating this is the gem of the PDX area.Daniel and Aaron are wonderfully sweet and provide THE BEST service. It was my birthday and the manager paid for desert for my whole table. Not to mention the chef curated the most amazing soulful Authentic Sicilian food!! Thank you for making it a memorable birthday <3
… moreCollin Cambridge
Excellent view, definitely come for the view and a table on the water or next to the window. They have an excellent wine selection, bust you should expect to pay triple for a bottle. Their selection of hard liquor is above average, and the food is good. I’m pretty picky about my dessert selection, so check the menu.
… moreLinda Rea-Smith
We just want to say how wonderful Daniel was with tending to All of our needs , placement of our table and making sure we are comfortable.
Meghan was an exceptional server, great suggestions.
Alex was so fun and helpful (making sure I looked beautiful in my birthday photo )
Fun environment right next to the river
… moreMeghan was an exceptional server, great suggestions.
Alex was so fun and helpful (making sure I looked beautiful in my birthday photo )
Fun environment right next to the river
Tammie Livingston
Close to Portland airport. Gorgeous views of Columbia River, sun set lasted a long time over the mountains! Indoor and outdoor seating. Food was superb!! The wine list is long and Monday night you can buy bottles at 50%. We started with spinach artichoke and crab dip – it was served with delicious toasted bread and chips. Entree of wild Alaskan salmon – cooked perfect! Finished with white chocolate mousse cake with raspberry between the layers. The cake was very light, the mousse was delicious and the raspberry was perfect!
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