[updated 2017] Ringside Steakhouse was been closed, extensively remodeled and has reopened. I thought it was time to go back and take another look.In the early 90's, I had my first dinner at Ringside, yet I remember the night like it was yesterday. It was a cool, crisp winter evening. I wanted to impress a date, and knowing nothing about the Portland food scene, was told it … [Read more...] about Review: Ringside Steakhouse Portland
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RingSide Steakhouse Reopens Burnside Location
News from RingSide Steakhouse today that the restaurant is reopening. You may remember it closed last year for a complete remodel and moved to the Fox Tower building. The new location quickly became very popular, as the quality of the food had greatly improved. The question is, will the changes they made at the original location, be enough to keep the restaurant at the Fox … [Read more...] about RingSide Steakhouse Reopens Burnside Location
Survey 2011: Best Steak
The reader survey results for "Best Steak in Portland" doesn't have any big surprises except for Ringside's second place performance. It shows what giving more attention and a new face to a restaurant can do:Out of 818 votes cast:1. Laurelhurst Market -21% of the vote. 3155 East Burnside St.,Portland, OR 97232 Map (503) 206-30992. Ringside - 9%. My review … [Read more...] about Survey 2011: Best Steak
Ringside to Open In New Fox Tower?
Ringside Steakhouse to take over the Tondero restaurant in the new Fox TowerThe liquor license posted on the door of the old er... Tondero restaurant spot in Fox Tower is the same corporation that owns the Ringside Steakhouse on N Burnside. It is unknown whether, as one commenter says, it is just a temporary move while the Burnside location is renovated or a new location. … [Read more...] about Ringside to Open In New Fox Tower?
52 Fords, Fallout Shelters and the Steakhouse Review Summary
There are times I just can't help myself. I could just write a boring summary of the steakhouse project and even insert some charts and graphs - and I love charts and graphs! However, I decided to go with my heart and tell you about a memory from long ago. I eventually get to the summary, but you'll have to work for it, or you can just click here to jump past the sentimental … [Read more...] about 52 Fords, Fallout Shelters and the Steakhouse Review Summary