In 1978, before Portland was cool, Heidi and Jeff Van Dyke dreamed of operating a little bistro. They purchased one of the town's first espresso machines and offered a diverse menu of quiche, salads, …
Oh my god that chocolate cake is to die for!! I haven't tried the lemon or german chocolate cakes yet, but believe me when I say that one slice was GOOD!! I don't normally eat cakes because I find them quite meh, but that chocolate cake was moist, held together amazingly well, and the frosting was generous without being too much. The whole cake was chocolatey af but wasn't too sweet because of the dark chocolate elements. Easily one of the best cakes I've ever purchased if not THE best. Will definitely be back before I leave portland. Also, the size of that slice was enough to keep me snacking on it for over an hour while I read a book, it was very thick and almost never ending. My bag with the 3 slices was unexpectedly heavy, they definitely give you your money's worth in every way. HIGHLY recommend!!
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Krissy S
5 contributions
6/15/25
• DoorDash order
The Croque Monsieur was delicious and still warm when it got here. The Slice of Boccone Dolce (GF) was packaged well for travel and tasted great. The meringue layers were light and the fruit was all very fresh.
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BayLeaf W
Emerging Expert • 8 contributions
5/13/24
• DoorDash order
This place is amazing! Absolutely worth the price and I hope to go in person one day. The burger was perfectly cooked and the Chocolate Cremeux for Two is delicious! Definitely buy food from here!
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isabella b
1 contributions
1/17/25
• DoorDash order
I was given a sliver of cake, which for $13 I find rather disappointing. Especially since some of the reviews boasted about its size & it is so delicious. Maybe the best slice of cake I ever had
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Stephanie M
Emerging Expert • 23 contributions
12/24/24
• DoorDash order
As usual for the wonderful folks at Papa's, my Slice of Boccone Dolce was excellent... fresh, tasty and absolutely magnificent flavor. It makes me really happy that I live in Portland... and because of restaurants like the ones we have here, well... why live anywhere else? :)
