Oswego Grill - Beaverton — Restaurant in Beaverton

I feel like I need to give context for this review so bare with me.

I firmly believe we’ve become quite immune to what great service and products are. You do not need to look far in the Zeitgeist to see what’s happening. Chipotle, Kelloggs, Cracker Barrel(very recently), just to name a few.

This mediocrity has gradually seeped into our every day lives. From the ingredients to the actual quality of our food. I’m on a mission to support local business. This means I’m willing to drive farther and pay more for a fantastic experience. I’m new to Beaverton, I love exploring and finding places I can return to often.

The review: Upon entering it took time for me to be acknowledged. The young lady at the hostess stand had her back turned. I don’t think she heard me walk in. I’m pretty patient so I waited a couple minutes. Note that it wasn’t busy. I really had to pee so I said, “where is your restroom, I’ll be back.”

I’m sure this was not the intention but the welcome into the restaurant felt awkward. Maybe a weird day?

Atmosphere: LOVED the cozy feel and the log beams. I felt like I could be at a cabin on the river or somewhere in Alaska or even Montana. I’m sure it’s quite romantic in the fall or winter.

Food: I have to say, I’ll never be a size four for two reasons: Ribeyes and crispy Brussels sprouts 😊

I knew I wanted these two things and I rarely veer away from this when I make the effort to eat out.

The quality was sub par for both items. Once I had a few bites of the sprouts, I pushed my plate aside. It lacked flavor and was unseasoned. The sauce had enough spice but made little sense. Perhaps if it was tossed and put in the oven again? They were crispy in some spots but not others, so unevenly cooked. May have been a fluke but this was my first time so I’ll go with my initial impressions.

The steak was THIN. I may be spoiled but I would have fared better grabbing a Ribeye from Wholefoods and cooking myself.

The good things though is that it was seasoned to my liking. Quite flavorful age cooked perfectly. I’m kind of salty about how thin it was. I need to take photos, I know.

Service: This was a bit odd or even funny. I’ve eaten at some awesome steak houses. I didn’t expect butler service but my server behaved a bit too casual for the establishment. He was dressed as one would expect of a more upscale establishment however I think he was close to dabbing me up. 🤣 It threw me off. Also, I barely saw the folks who delivered my food. I jokingly texted my friend that perhaps there is something more fun in the back happening. Certain details were missed. No steak knives before my entree was delivered. No check in after appetizer was dropped etc.

I know; I could easily have brushed this off. However, I’m of conviction and understanding that times are tough. Making the choice to go out to eat is a blessing and a privilege these days. We deserve a great experience when we choose to venture out.

I don’t think I’ll return alone. Maybe for drinks in the bar. I hope the feedback helps and it’s taken as well intended.

Thank you!

PS: Despite this, I ALWAYS take care of my server. I know the job...

As a member of the disabled/chronic pain community I would like to personally thank Oswego grill for their accommodating and thoughtful staff.

This last Friday we stopped by the restaurant for happy hour. The bar had just filled up so we happily put our name on a list and waited. After a few mins multiple other parties had been put on the list behind us.

Then this older couple walks in and starts talking to the hostess asking for a table and refused to accept there was a wait. I could tell by the look on this poor hostess's face they were trying to strong arm their way to a table, which they were successful at.

Right after they skipped ahead of 10-15 people waiting for their tables they also called us back as we were first on the list. We were immediately stopped by a waiter as we walked into the bar and asked if we could switch tables. We didn't think it was an issue so we agreed until we were walked to the actual bar with stools rather than one of the tables we were on the wait list for. I unfortunately cannot sit on a bar stool due to my disability and chronic pain ( As my disability is pain based it's invisible and I'm in my 20's so it's unsuspecting)

My partner runs back to our waiter and explained we can't do bar stools and need a table. Our waiter started walking us towards a booth that had been open and cleaned. Ima assuming this was the original table meant for us as we were actually on the list unlike the entitled old farts. The second waiter comes up to us again before we sat down and told us they actually needed this booth for the old couple due to womens physical limitations. I explained to the waiter i'm Also disabled and I had been waiting for a table for 30 minutes at this point. The waiter immediately apologized and sat us in the booth and promptly made our evening enjoyable with their great service and excellent food. I was left in severe pain from sitting in the booth so I can only imagine how bad the bar stool would have been.

There have been many situations where I was discriminated against due to being so young and not looking "disabled enough" and old people have been able to bully their way past me in line when they hardly seem physically limited themselves. Thank you to friday nights staff for giving me an opportunity to have a good night as it could have easily gone a...

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