Gift – Japanese
Gift transforms the humble joy of the American snack bar into a spirited culinary destination where neon-bright energy meets the irresistible aroma of griddled burgers and snap-casing hot dogs. Whether you’re tucking into a bacon-wrapped frank or sharing a mountain of golden, crispy tots, every dish captures a sense of playful indulgence that turns a casual meal into a savory celebration of comfort food.
1935 Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard, Portland 97214 https://giftpdx.com/arcadeRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its relaxed vibe and attentive service, guests love visiting for special occasions where the food is consistently well-prepared and flavorful. Standout dishes include the delicious chicken, which reviewers highlight as a must-try item that keeps them coming back for more. Diners frequently praise the prompt staff and the welcoming atmosphere, noting that the overall experience is both seamless and perfect for a memorable meal.
Menu
Snacks
- Tortilla Chips - $4: Served with optional pico or cheese sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fries or Tots - $7: With ranch or chipotle mayo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mini Corn Dogs - $12: Mini corn dogs, optional fries basket Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadilla - $9: Cheese quesadilla with optional protein additions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Dogs
- The Standard - $5: An all-beef, natural casing dog Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Standard - $6: Field Roast veggie dog Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon-Wrapped Dog - $7: Deep fried, bacon-wrapped dog Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Halfway to Chicago - $8: Deep fried, bacon-wrapped dog with a pickle spear, tomato relish, sport peppers, diced onions, mustard, celery salt and poppy seeds Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacheese Dog - $8: Deep fried, bacon-wrapped dog with cheese sauce, pico, and pickled jalapeno Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers
- Gift Burger - $16: Patty topped with onion rings, American cheese, lettuce, tomato relish, and chipotle mayo. Comes with fries or tots. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Doom Burger - $15: Patty with lettuce, slow-roasted tomatoes, lemon-pepper aioli. Comes with fries or tots. Available at: dinner, lunch
Specialties
- Crunch-Wrap - $16: Chicken tinga, ground beef, or vegan picadillo with beans, pico, lettuce, tostadas, cheese, queso and sour cream. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spud-Wrap - $17: Chicken tinga, beef, or vegan picadillo with French fries, cheese, pico, lettuce, a tostada, queso and sour cream. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Club Wrap - $16: Chicken tinga, bacon, lettuce, tomato and southwest sauce. Comes with fries or tots. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - $14: Chips, fries, or tots smothered in cheese sauce, beans, sour cream, pico, and pickled jalapenos Available at: dinner, lunch
- Street Tacos - $4: Chicken tinga or vegan picadillo topped with onion and cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
Cocktails
- Raspberry Gin & Tonic - $10: House Raspberry Gin, Tonic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Margarita - $12: Tequila, Lime, Simple, Orange Liqueur
- Espresso Martini - $12: Vodka, Coffee Liqueur, Cold Brew, Simple
- Autumn Old Fashioned - $13: Rye, Brandy, Simple, Spiced Bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Poison Rose - $12: Apple Jack, Apple Syrup, Lime, House Grenadine Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Blackened Colada - $12: Blackstrap Rum, Averna, Coconut, Lime, Allspice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Jaguar God - $13: Rum, Pineapple, Passionfruit, Mezcal, Lime, Licor 43 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Brain Dance - $14: Tequila, Ver Alpine Liqueur, Mango, Lemon, Habanero
- Memory Lapse - $13: Jamaican Rum, Rhum Agricole, Vermouth, Cynar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Valkyria - $14: Scotch, Aquavit, Kronan, Opal Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
On Draft
- Hazy IPA - Fort George - $7
- West Coast IPA - Grains of Wrath - $7
- Pilsner - pFriem - $7
- Nitro Dry Stout - Guinness - $7
- Dry Cider - Double Mountain - $7
- Rotator Draft - $7
Shot + Beer
- Old Reliable - $12: Buffalo Trace Bourbon, pFriem Pils
- Birdshot - $10: Old Crow, Miller Stubby Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Saint Brigid - $13: Jameson, Guinness Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Bartenders Choice - $14: A top shelf boilermaker
- God's Perfect Boilermaker - $20: Yellow Chartreuse, Orval Trappist Ale Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Bottles & Cans
- Rainier - $4
- Tecate - $5
- Modelo - $5
- Miller Stubby (7oz) - $3
- Orval Trappist Ale - $9
- Stiegl Radler - $6
- White Claw - $6
N/A Cocktails
- Homeopath - $9: Pathfinder Hemp Amaro, Cold Brew, Lemon, Simple Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Ramblin' Rod - $8: Dhos 'Gin', Coconut, Lemon, 7-up, Orange Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Tea & Tonic - $8: Strong Black Tea, Lime, Tonic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Second Edition - $8: Grapefruit, Pathfinder Hemp Amaro, Brown Sugar Syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fancy Juice - $7: Passionfruit, Lime, Pineapple, Cranberry, Coconut Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Party Shandy - $7: N/A Kolsch, Lemon, Grapefruit Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Beverages
- Fresh Squeezed IPA N/A - $5: Deschutes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Kolsch N/A - $5: Best Day Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Soda - $3: RC Cola, Diet RC, Dr. Pepper, Lemon-Lime, Tonic, Cock & Bull Ginger Beer
- Boneyard CBD Soda - $5: Passionfruit-Orange, Lemon-Ginger Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Iced Tea - $4
- Lemonade - $4
- Arnold Palmer - $5
Frequently Asked Questions about Gift
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include the Gift Burger, Bacon-Wrapped Dog, Crunch-Wrap, and the highly-praised chicken, alongside popular options like nachos and fries.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include the chicken, bacon-wrapped franks, golden crispy tots, and the Gift Burger, which are highlighted as customer favorites.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- Yes, guests recommend this spot for special occasions due to its welcoming atmosphere, attentive service, and consistently flavorful dishes.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a budget-friendly, casual atmosphere for special occasions will enjoy this spot's playful comfort food and attentive service.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Visit for a special occasion to enjoy the relaxed vibe, attentive service, and standout dishes like the delicious chicken.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not specify the exact number of reviews for Gift.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly Japanese restaurant stands out for its 4.0/5 rating, attentive service, and diverse menu featuring highly-praised chicken dishes.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) Japanese restaurant offers good value with a 4.0/5 rating, featuring well-prepared chicken and flavorful comfort food.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The menu accommodates diverse diets with vegan, keto, gluten-free, and high-protein options like the Vegan Standard, Bacon-Wrapped Dog, and Nachos.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- Gift is a budget-friendly ($) casual dining destination featuring a relaxed snack bar vibe with neon-bright energy and comfort food.
Restaurants near Gift
- Nimble Fish — Japanese
- Wasabi Sushi PDX — Japanese
- Enso Winery — Japanese
- SeaSweets Poke — Japanese
- Kashiwagi — Japanese
- Afuri — Japanese
- Bamboo Sushi — Japanese
- Sushi Hide Japanese — Japanese
- lulubowls — Japanese
- Mikiko Mochi Donuts — Japanese
- Boke Bowl — Japanese
- Mirakutei — Japanese
