Waterfalls Restaurant & Bar — Restaurant in Hillsboro

Such a disappointing first experience! My wife and I were excited to try this restaurant after reading all the details (menus) on their website. We wanted to try Chef Kenji's Japanese/Northwest food with French technique but instead had some odd subset..I'm really glad this wasn't a special occasion! The restaurant was bright, sterile and had loud American pop music playing. We were told that due to a staffing issue, the menu was limited to a burger, chicken wings or pizza and that the full menu was available an hour later. We were also offered the menu from the adjacent sake bar Kiyomizu which was closed, unfortunately. So, we ordered from the Kiyomizu menu which is like a "tapas menu" of small Japanese-inspired plates. After ordering, our server came back to say that two of the items we ordered were not available. Not sure why, but we did the best we could.

Clams steamed in sake was a tasty dish. Edamame were mushy, cold and overcooked. Marinated salmon with dill was ok but the salmon slices were very thick and somewhat fishy. (When you have a dish that is 90% salmon a bit of lemon and capers to go along, it's pretty much a slab of salmon). The "Beef seared over high heat and thinly sliced with ponzu sauce" had been seared at some point but was served cold and not thinly sliced. Cold beef fat is not very appealing after a couple of bites. The grilled rice balls were ok since we were hungry and some rice was quite filling. The Japanese-style fried chicken was hot and tasty.

Our server was very strange and should not be working in a restaurant. He was not welcoming when we sat down, spoke very quickly and was very hard to understand. He rapidly mentioned the 3 items that were available, until 1hr later, but this other menu was available, but then not these 2 items, etc. He would come by and mumble something then walk away. Absolutely not the right type of server to work in a fine dining restaurant.

We do not plan to return until we understand what is going on...

Cedar Trees' Waterfalls Restaurant leans more towards French cuisine than Japanese, yet it remains a culinary gem in its own right. The breakfast and dinner menus offer a diverse selection of dishes, all freshly made with meticulous attention to detail. For breakfast, guests can expect standard pricing ranging from $10 to $20, ensuring affordability without compromising on quality. In contrast, dinner at Waterfalls is a more elevated experience, with prices ranging from $35 to $75 per person. Although the preparation may take a bit longer than expected due to the freshness of ingredients and sauces made from scratch, the end result is undeniably worth the wait. Whether starting the day with a sumptuous breakfast or savoring an exquisite dinner, dining at the Waterfalls Restaurant is an experience not to be missed.

Waterfalls offers a culinary journey that transcends boundaries. This is thanks in large part to the expertise of its head chef, Kinji. Hailing from Japan and having studied culinary arts in France, Chef Kenji brings a unique blend of traditional Japanese techniques and French culinary flair to the Waterfalls Restaurant. With unparalleled attention to detail and a commitment to excellence, Cedar Trees sets the standard for exceptional hospitality in Hillsboro, Oregon, leaving guests longing for...

One of the worst dining experiences I’ve had! Terrible service. Me and my boyfriend ordered dinner. When my meal finally came out it was cold and my boyfriend’s food didn’t come out with it. We waited another 30 mins and his food still didn’t come out. Other customers that came in after us were getting their food. We eventually decided to leave and they tried charging us for the meal my boyfriend never got. A horrible experience, we had to go across the street after to the grocery store to get a sandwich for him since the service was so bad and he was never even served....