Mothers Bistro
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About
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Why go
- Willamette Week named Mothers Bistro Restaurant of the Year in 2000.
Opening hours
Today09:00 – 14:00, 17:00 – 22:00Show all
Good to know
Dishes to try
- Signature pot roast and chicken and dumplings.
- Greek frittata with spinach, feta, olives, tomatoes and garlic.
- Wild salmon hash with leeks, potatoes, cream and two eggs.
- Tofu hash with vegetables, potatoes, spinach, mushrooms and garlic.
- Crunchy challah French toast dipped in corn flakes and grilled golden brown.
- Handmade potato dumplings with sautéed onions and sour cream.
- Belle’s matzoh ball soup and chicken noodle soup.
- House salad with feta, dried cranberries, pumpkin seeds, red onion and organic greens.
- Bistro bowls with jasmine rice or raw spinach.
- Stir-fry with chicken or tofu and soy-ginger or coconut green curry.
- Signature macaroni and cheese with creamy cheddar sauce.
- Desserts change daily and include pie, cheesecake, and seasonal fruit crisp or cobbler. The crisp or cobbler comes warm with housemade vanilla ice cream.
- Devil’s Food Cake with chocolate ganache frosting, whipped cream and chocolate sauce.
- Vanilla custard Crème Brûlée topped with burnt sugar.
- Hot fudge sundae with housemade vanilla ice cream, fudge sauce and whipped cream.
- Bloody Mary made with house-infused pepper and jalapeño vodka.
Booking a table
- To reserve a table, call +1 503-464-1122.
Atmosphere
- Outdoor seating is available.
- A full bar serves wine and beer.
- A television is available.
Good for
- Families Highchairs are available.
- Groups Private dining is available.
Dietary options
- Vegetarian Options include the Greek frittata and tofu hash.
- Vegan Tofu hash can be made vegan on request; stir-fry is available with vegan tofu.
- Gluten-free Bistro bowls are gluten-free; gluten-free rice pasta is available for macaroni and cheese on request.
Shorts
History
Schroeder trained at Lespinasse and Le Cirque in New York City. She apprenticed at Moulin des Mougins in Provence and L’Auberge de L’Eridan in Haute Savoie. Schroeder received the IACP Chef/Restaurateur Award of Excellence and was named National Restaurateur of the Year by Independent Restaurateur Magazine.
- 1992Lisa Schroeder conceived a restaurant serving slow-cooked comfort food.
- 1995Schroeder graduated with honors from The Culinary Institute of America.
- 1998Schroeder moved to Portland and worked as chef at Besaw’s Café.
- 2009Schroeder published the cookbook Mother’s Best.
- January 2019The restaurant moved to 121 SW Third Avenue, inside the Multnomah Hotel.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access Wheelchair access is available.
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- Phone
- +15034641122
Questions and answers
What are Mothers Bistro’s opening hours?
Tuesday: 17:00–21:00. Wednesday and Thursday: 09:00–14:00 and 17:00–21:00. Friday and Saturday: 09:00–14:00 and 17:00–22:00. Sunday: 09:00–14:00.
Where can I see the Mothers Bistro menus?
Lunch menu and Dessert menu.
Is parking available at Mothers Bistro?
Street and valet parking are available.
Can I order food to go from Mothers Bistro?
Takeout and delivery are available.
Is brunch available at Mothers Bistro?
Yes, the restaurant serves brunch.
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