Papa Hayden's – French
A legendary destination for those with a penchant for the sublime, where glass-walled displays showcase a breathtaking gallery of artisanal cakes and towering tortes that look like edible masterpieces. Guests lose themselves in the ethereal, meringue-filled layers of the signature Boccone Dolce or the deep, velvety richness of triple chocolate ganache, all served within an atmosphere that feels like a continuous celebration of the pastry chef’s art. Every forkful of zesty lemon chiffon or spiced gingerbread brings together sophisticated textures and timeless flavors, making each visit a decadent escape into a world of pure indulgence.
5829 SE Milwaukie Avenue, Portland OR 97202 https://papahaydn.com/Rating: 2/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: French
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Papa Hayden's
Dairy-Free at Papa Hayden's
Papa Hayden's in Portland has 17 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Unicorn Cake, Deluxe Strawberry Champagne Cake and Cacao de Oro. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Papa Hayden's
Papa Hayden's in Portland has 12 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Raspberry Gateau (GF), New York Cheesecake (GF) and Cacao de Oro. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Papa Hayden's
Papa Hayden's in Portland has 30 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cranberry Curd Tarts (Sets of 12), Raspberry Gateau (GF) and Brookie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Papa Hayden's
Papa Hayden's in Portland has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chocolate Chunk Cookie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Papa Hayden's
Papa Hayden's in Portland has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Passion. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Papa Hayden's
Papa Hayden's in Portland has 10 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Unicorn Cake, Deluxe Strawberry Champagne Cake and Georgian Peanut Butter Mousse Torte. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Papa Hayden's
Papa Hayden's in Portland has 31 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cranberry Curd Tarts (Sets of 12), Raspberry Gateau (GF) and Brookie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Papa Hayden's
Papa Hayden's in Portland has 8 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including German Chocolate Cake, Passion and Chocolate Chunk Cookie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Papa Hayden's
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Over the Rainbow Cake | 77.8 g | 34.8 g |
| Chocolate-Dipped Coconut Macaroon | 65.8 g | 26.3 g |
| New York Cheesecake (GF) | 84.9 g | 26.2 g |
| Vintage Buttercream Cake (Heart or Round) | 44.2 g | 22.6 g |
| Chocolate Chunk Cookie | 0 g | 22.4 g |
| Dark Chocolate Buttermilk Cake | 61.4 g | 22.3 g |
| English Toffee Cheesecake | 97 g | 20.6 g |
| Two-Layer Boccone Dolce (GF) | 17.5 g | 16.1 g |
| Cake Crunch Granola | 121.7 g | 16 g |
| Bourbon Ball | 5.4 g | 12.3 g |
| German Chocolate Cake | 65.5 g | 11.3 g |
| Cherry Bomb | 31.9 g | 9.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests often arrive with high expectations for the culinary offerings, noting the premium positioning of the menu and the potential for a refined dining atmosphere. While some reviewers suggest that the kitchen operates at a more deliberate
Menu
Classic Cakes & Desserts
- Maple Gingerbread Torte - $78 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- English Toffee Cheesecake - $78 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- New York Cheesecake (GF) - $78 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Triple Chocolate Cake - $82 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Lemon Chiffon Cake - $78 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Renal
- Carrot Cake - $82 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- German Chocolate Cake - $82 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Raspberry Gateau (GF) - $82 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Georgian Peanut Butter Mousse Torte - $78 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Boccone Dolce (GF) - $82: Layered dessert of chocolate-drizzled French meringues, whipped cream, bananas, and fresh berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Two-Layer Boccone Dolce (GF) - $60 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Individual Desserts
- Lemon Meringue Tart - $15 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Mint Babycake - $14 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Winter Meringue Kisses (GF) - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Cacao de Oro - $13 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Passion - $14 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Chocolate Crémeux (GF) - $16 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Renal
- Bourbon Ball - $13: Chocolate cake soaked in bourbon and glazed with dark chocolate ganache Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Café au Chocolat - $14 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- The A'Peel (V & GF) - $14 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Cherry Bomb - $4: Chocolate cake with liqueur soaked cherry center, glazed in dark chocolate Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Chocolate Chunk Cookie - $4 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Chocolate-Dipped Coconut Macaroon - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Brookie - $4: Chewy mix of a brownie and chocolate chip cookie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Celebration Cakes
- Strawberry Champagne Cake - $85 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Renal
- Deluxe Strawberry Champagne Cake - $110 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Renal
- Dark Chocolate Buttermilk Cake - $85 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Sweetheart Cake - $95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Renal
- Vintage Buttercream Cake (Heart or Round) - $135 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Over the Rainbow Cake - $150 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Unicorn Cake - $150 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
Miniature Desserts
- Orange Cranberry Panna Cotta Shooters (Sets of 12) - $45 Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Chocolate Bananas Foster Shooters (Sets of 12) - $45 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cranberry Curd Tarts (Sets of 12) - $45 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mini Brookies (Sets of 12) - $30 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Mini Chocolate Chunk Cookies (Sets of 12) - $30 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Sides
- Cake Crunch Granola - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sample Cake Box - $34: Box to try most popular cakes and fillings Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
Frequently Asked Questions about Papa Hayden's
- Is Papa Hayden's dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Papa Hayden's has 17 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Unicorn Cake, Deluxe Strawberry Champagne Cake and Cacao de Oro.
- What can I eat at Papa Hayden's on a dairy-free diet?
- Unicorn Cake, Deluxe Strawberry Champagne Cake and Cacao de Oro carry the dairy-free tag, out of 17 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Papa Hayden's have vegan options?
- Yes. 10 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Unicorn Cake and Deluxe Strawberry Champagne Cake.
- Is Papa Hayden's gluten-free?
- 12 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Papa Hayden's?
- Over the Rainbow Cake, at roughly 34.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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