Clarklewis facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Clarklewis
Restaurant information
Food type	American Pacific Northwest
Street address	1001 Southeast Water Avenue
City	Portland
County	Multnomah
State	Oregon
Country	United States
Coordinates	45°30′55″N 122°39′58″W / 45.5152°N 122.6660°W / 45.5152; -122.6660

Clarklewis is a popular restaurant located in Portland, Oregon, United States. It is known for its delicious food inspired by both Italian and Pacific Northwest cuisine. The restaurant is set in a cool, industrial-style building in the Buckman neighborhood of southeast Portland.

What Kind of Food Does Clarklewis Serve?

Clarklewis offers a special menu that blends Italian flavors with fresh ingredients from the Pacific Northwest. You might find dishes like fresh scallops or halibut, which is a type of fish. They also serve tasty chicken dishes with polenta, a creamy cornmeal dish.

Pasta lovers can enjoy different kinds of pasta, like orecchiette. This pasta often comes with fresh vegetables such as gold potatoes and green beans, mixed with pesto sauce. The restaurant also uses meat from local farms, like bison from Rain Shadow El Rancho in Scio, Oregon. This helps them serve fresh, high-quality food.

A Look at Clarklewis's History

Clarklewis has been a part of Portland's food scene for many years. Over time, different talented chefs have worked there, helping to create its unique menu. For example, chefs like Daniel Mattern, Roxana Jullapat, and Dolan Lane have all contributed to the restaurant's culinary style.

The restaurant has also added new features over the years. In 2010, they opened a special private dining area called The Kindling Room. This space is perfect for groups or special events. Clarklewis also hosts a fun outdoor party every year for Independence Day.

In 2015, Clarklewis started growing some of its own food! They installed a garden right on their rooftop. This means they can use very fresh produce in their dishes, picked just above the restaurant.

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  Exterior of the building which houses Clarklewis, 2022