Portland James Beard Finalist Restaurant - Coquine

📍 6839 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR 97215 Today, I’m excited to share one of the finalists for this year’s Oregon James Beard Awards—Coquine! 🌟 Here are our top recommendations: 🌟 Hokkaido Scallop Crudo The Hokkaido scallops are simply divine! Fresh as can be, and paired with a yuzu sauce that adds a refreshing and sweet twist. 🦪 🌟 Ken's Bread and French Butter The bread is from the renowned Ken's Artisan Bakery in Portland. The French butter is so aromatic, and when you combine the scallops with the bread—it’s a match made in heaven! 🥖 🌟 Duck Breast The duck breast is cooked to perfection—juicy and flavorful. The accompanying potatoes and fava beans are also delicious! 🦆 🌟 Jazzy Jack This is the cocktail I ordered. It features Apple Jack and jasmine tea, and it’s just the right amount of sweet. I loved it! 🍸 This restaurant is quite unique. For instance, their wine list has a section called "Wine on a Whim," where they serve whatever wines are open in the cellar that day—it’s like a blind box! And the bill is presented in a copy of "The Little Prince." I didn’t ask why, but it’s definitely a special touch! 📚 🚨 Make sure to book in advance and pay a deposit, which will be deducted from your final bill. 🚨 There is parking available. 🚗 #PortlandFoodie #PortlandEats #OregonFood #Portland #HiddenRestaurantGems #WineAndDine #PortlandHiddenGems #PortlandFood #PortlandOregon #PortlandRestaurants