Family-friendly, retro atmosphere diner featuring vegan comfort foods with breakfast served all day alongside cocktails, wine, and beer. The large menu offers choices like breakfast burrito, biscuits n gravy, nacho mamas, spicy fries, ranch burger, philly cheese steak sandwich, the vertical rueben, pancakes, and french toast. Opened 2019, this is a sister-restaurant to the Vertical Diner in Salt Lake City. Open Mon-Sun 10:00am-8:00pm. Delivery 12-7pm.
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8124 SW Barbur Blvd (at Capitol Hill District), Portland, Oregon, USA, 97219
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- Wheelchair accessible
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Last update on 30 Apr 2023 by CaraRatkovich
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Added by Tomatillo on 17 Jul 2019
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96 Reviews
First Review by IdeaFarmer1
jackiemariiie
Points +351
Disappointed - Edit
Was so excited to try this place but was very let down. Food had no flavor and staff were super unpleasant.
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Seitanicveg
Points +717
Come for the decor/atmosphere - Edit
Wanted to love this place. Love the roadhouse/diner vibe. Ordered the famous Chickun tenders and biscuits. Overall very average. Biscuits bland and tough. Chickun tenders bready texture. Hash good. Not enough gravy (thin and probably made from a packet). Veggies under seasoned. Wanted the whole thing to be smothered in gravy. Don’t think I’d come back
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-08-16
Pros: Decor/atmosphere, Friendly service , Comfort food
Cons: Expensive , Location , Food in general not great
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jordikers
Points +69
Vertically Delightful - Edit
We loved eating here! Being able to have anything on the menu was a fun not oft experienced phenomenon. My kids were thrilled and my non-vegan hubby found food that he was okay with as well. Good food. Happy tummies.
Read morePros: Staff helpful, Everything vegan!
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ABeanz
Points +610
A Vegan Greasy Spoon Delight - Edit
I keep reading about how cool this place is and today, I finally got a chance to go. I had read the menu ahead of time and couldn't stop thinking about the Dude Cakes. The idea of a gluten-free and vegan tempeh sausage stuffed pancakes smothered in gravy was too much for my big appetite to resist. This greasy spoon breakfast is what dreams are made of, but generally reserved for self described human garburators. (Ie people who have no eating restrictions.) The dish did not disappoint, it was delicious and incredibly filling. Despite being a big eater, I couldn't finish my plate.
Read moreMy date opted for something smaller and had the blue plate breakfast; a perfectly seasoned tofu scramble served with golden hashbrowns, toast, and jam for only $11.
This place has a warm and welcoming vibe. The staff were incredibly nice, and the service style seems to lend to the idea that they either do tip pooling or have an excellent working culture (or both). Everyone was smiling and attentive, ensuring a pleasant dining experience.
I would like to try some of their comforting blue plate specials like mac'n cheeze and mushroom "steak" n' fries, this spot is a must-visit. The generous portions, fair prices, delicious flavors, and warm, attentive service make it a place worth returning to.
Pros: Low prices , Vegan remakes of blue plate specials, Everything can be made gluten-free
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talakoala
Points +882
Loved the tender tigers 🐅 - Edit
Really nice diner with booths and great vegan food. The tender tigers were so good.
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Amanda3328
Points +90
Big servings - Edit
I was so happy to finally try Vertical Diner. The atmosphere is absolutely adorable! They have so many options to choose from, we got
Read moreThe La Mesa, chocolate chip pancakes, tiramisu and carrot cake. The food tasted great and portions sizes were big. They also make their own sauces including ketchup and seitan. The desserts were very decadent. We will definitely be coming back!
Pros: Portion sizes, Great flavors
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raebae
Points +79
Delicious Comfort Food - Edit
I haven't had diner food since going Vegan and this place hits the spot!
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NicoleParks
Points +2013
so so good - Edit
loved this diner!! everything we tried was super good
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VeganBirdNerd
Points +836
Vegan diner food! - Edit
This was a good stop. A vegan, a pescatarian and an omnivore all left satisfied. We tried the tender tigers (buffalo) and they were super good. Not tender but crispy. Also very hot! They pour that sauce all over it. Get the sauce on the side for dipping so you can adjust how much you want. We also tried The Mountain with mushrooms, the PDX Cheeze Stake and the TBLAT. Everything was good. The Mountain was very flavorful and not dry! There was a delicious orange dipping sauce for the TBLAT. The Cheese Stake was the least flavorful of the three dishes and very messy. The iced chais were just okay for me but a hit with the others. Also shared a carrot cake, which was great. Would like to try more menu items!
Read morePros: Reasonable prices!
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JohnWaldum
Points +750
Vertical Portland - Vegan diner - Edit
Like it's sister site in Salt Lake, vertical Portland doesn't deviate from the formula. All your favorite local diner food is here. Went on a Sunday morning so the team was pretty busy. Didn't get coffee order until after food had arrived. Needed to be a little patient with a busy Sunday morning crowd.
Read morePros: Same old regulars , Pretty tasty food
Cons: Prepare to wait on the weekends, Took a while to get drinks.
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Humanbean4
Points +25
10 out of 10 every time, + diverse clientele - Edit
Great place to come solo (diner seating at the bar) or with friends (think old school, puffy vinyl booths). The food is fantastic every time. Service is friendly. And though Portland is a disproportionately white city, I’m pleased to see people of different races and ethnicities dining here. I think it has a very welcoming, wholesome vibe that makes everyone feel good. And there’s plenty of easy, free parking, which is always a draw for me. I love this place! (Favorites: Joaquin Phoenix lentil burger and crazy-beautiful side salad)
Read morePros: Comfortable booths, Perfect food, Friendly vibe
Cons: Would like to see new items & seasonal offerings
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AlexanderDodson
Points +43
Quintessential Diner Food - Edit
Great selection of iconic and delicious diner food. The atmosphere and restaurant are exactly what you think a diner should feel like. Fair prices and friendly staff!
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OperationChowhound
Points +6797
Vertical Victuals - Edit
I ordered the Blue Plate Breakfast. The tofu scramble was flavorful, but oily. The country potatoes were well-seasoned, soft inside, and crispy outside. The toast is served with butter and/or jam.
Read morePros: all vegan, off-street parking
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HenryLi
Points +1198
Good Atmosphere and Food - Edit
This restaurant has a nice atmosphere and feels like a traditional diner. The Reuben and vegan chicken fried steak were pretty good. The reuben could use some more sauce and maybe thinner seitan. The vegan chicken was a bit chewy. The food was tasty overall. The tiramisu was great. The staff were quite friendly. I would return here based off of my experience.
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sydneystark16
Points +182
Delicious food - Edit
Tons of different options to choose from and everything is delicious. Highly highly recommend trying.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-01-14
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jenna33
Points +456
Love - Edit
I love this place!! Great chai lattes, biscuits and gravy, tofu scramble, potatoes, tiramisu, and pancakes.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-12-31
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AmyForbes
Points +34
Amazing Breakfast - Edit
The food, the staff, the atmosphere…all was amazing!!! Can’t wait to go back!
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Tarabell150
Points +1129
First time and I will definitely be back!! - Edit
I’m so used to having a single option so looking over the menu got me excited. I went with a chai iced tea (delicious!) and got the biscuits and gravy and it comes with tofu scramble and some potatoes and your choice of protein (I chose the tempeh). It was so good!!!! I dined by myself and talked a lot to the super nice server, I think his name was Zach. Great food and great staff!
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healerslineage
Points +16
Best vegan food in Oregon - Edit
Vertical diner has the absolute best food. It's fast with friendly service, and the prices can't be beat!! 1000% recommend.
Read morePros: Price, Delicious food, Friendly atmosphere
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onlyyummy
Points +32
Lots of options - Edit
Great option for breakfast/brunch. Lots to choose from. Friendly staff. It’s not amazing food, but it’s fun and filling.
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lynellpastor
Points +44
Cool atmosphere, great food - Edit
Very cool place. There weren't many customers but it was early. Portions were ample and the food was well prepared. Will definitely be back on my next visit to Portland.
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TaylorGoVegan
Points +820
Great food and vibes! - Edit
I LOVE the old school cafe feel of this place. The food is also amazing 🤩
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smoothie
Points +40
Cozy and bight, with great options - Edit
Such a great atmosphere here. I love to come in the afternoons for tea, coffee, or kombucha and a light bite and of course brunch! 80% of the menu can be made gluten free and all of their foods are house made. Great place to by yourself or with others. Cozy booths and bar. Convenient location right off of I-5.
Read moreI love their house potatoes and all of their savory breakfast options, as well as sandwiches and burgers. All the non-vegans I’ve brought here have loved the experience.
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JudithWood
Points +356
Disappointed - Edit
I was excited by the prospect of a BLAT with a reasonable substitute for bacon. Unfortunately, there was nothing appealing about my sandwich (or soggy fries).
Read moreThe bacon substitute was sliced slabs of tempeh, which were in no way thin nor crispy. I mentioned to my GF dinner companion that I’ve had better “bacon” made from carrots, and she mentioned you can make it better with banana peels!
Lettuce was fine, but it could have used 2 leaves to help offset the huge hoagie roll (not the grilled French bread, as described). Tomato was pallid and tasteless, despite the summer availability of amazing local tomatoes.
My sandwich arrived with sliced raw onions (why?), but not the avocado, so I had to send it back and they added 3 meager slices. The sauce was fine.
Given the wealth of vegan options in Portland, I would not go back.
Pros: Everything is vegan, Some things are gluten free, Uncrowded for a Monday dinner
Cons: Very old-school approach , Food not as described on menu, No zero proof cocktails on the menu
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JTol
Points +63
Neat old-fashioned diner - Edit
50s diner with all vegan menu. Had the cheese stake and chikn fried stake. Thought the chikn was the better of the two, but both were good.
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AprilLynnBoreham
Points +28
5 Stars! - Edit
Tried for the first time and Brought my non vegan parents and loved everything we tried! Especially the loaded fries la mesa and mushroom stroganoff. Would love to come back when I'm in town 🌱
Read morePros: Delicious food! , Friendly staff and environment
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marciopacheco9
Points +70
Amazing place - Edit
The available selection is great and the food amazing. We stopped by on our way south and on our way back north.
Read morePros: 100% vegan restaurant , Great menu, Awesome staff
Cons: None
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