Viking Soul Food – Scandinavian
Viking Soul Food brings the warmth of a Nordic hearth to the table, wrapping savory Norwegian meatballs and silky ribbons of smoked salmon in the soft, comforting embrace of hand-rolled potato lefse. The air hums with the earthy aroma of sizzling Swedish potato sausage and toasted hazelnuts, inviting diners to linger over a vibrant smorgasbord that balances hearty Scandinavian tradition with a spirited, soulful flair.
4422 Southeast Woodstock Boulevard, Portland OR 97206 https://vikingsoulfood.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Scandinavian
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, 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, alkaline, tlc, volumetrics, zone, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Viking Soul Food
Dairy-Free at Viking Soul Food
Viking Soul Food in Portland has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Simple Green Salad, Pickled Egg and Surkal. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Viking Soul Food
Viking Soul Food in Portland has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Simple Green Salad and Pickled Egg. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Viking Soul Food
Viking Soul Food in Portland has 14 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lingonberry Lefse Wrap, Mushroom Hazelnut Patties and A Viking Smorgasbord!. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Viking Soul Food
Viking Soul Food in Portland has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Smoked Salmon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Viking Soul Food
Viking Soul Food in Portland has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Simple Green Salad and Surkal. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Viking Soul Food
Viking Soul Food in Portland has 10 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lingonberry Lefse Wrap, Mushroom Hazelnut Patties and Lingonberry and Cream Cheese Lefse. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Viking Soul Food
Viking Soul Food in Portland has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pickled Egg and Lemon Custard. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Viking Soul Food
Viking Soul Food in Portland has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pickled Egg. 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 Viking Soul Food
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Pølse | 49.9 g | 26 g |
| Simple Green Salad | 16.3 g | 24.3 g |
| Simply Toasted Lefse | 50.3 g | 22.8 g |
| Pickled Herring | 41 g | 18 g |
| Scandinavian Rye Bread | 2.9 g | 16.9 g |
| Smoked Salmon | 0 g | 13.7 g |
| Pølse - Swedish Potato Sausage | 0.7 g | 9.9 g |
| Lemon Custard | 45.4 g | 7.8 g |
| Pickled Egg | 11.2 g | 0.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the incredible food and generous portions, frequently highlighting the relaxed vibe that makes for a truly memorable evening. Guests praise the polite and knowledgeable service, noting that the staff's deep
Menu
Savory Fare
Savory fare can be prepared as a lefse wrap or as a plate (no lefse).
- Norwegian Meatballs - $16: Pork and beef meatballs, Gjetost/Norwegian caramelized cheese gravy, pickled purple cabbage (surkal), and green cabbage. Contains gluten, sunflower and flax seeds. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Salmon - $17: House cured and smoked Steelhead salmon, pickled shallots, dill sour cream, lemon, and mixed greens. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Pølse - $15: Wine-poached Swedish pork and potato sausage, Jarlsberg cheese, lingonberries, dijon mustard, surkal, and green cabbage in a tangy slaw dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Hazelnut Patties - $15: House-made veggie patties, toasted hazelnuts, Danish blue cheese, surkal, mixed greens, and parsley vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- A Viking Smorgasbord! - $24: A wide selection of offerings, from juniper-smoked salmon to lingonberries and cream cheese wrapped in lefse. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Norwegian Meatball Lefse Wrap - $13: Pork and beef meatballs with gjetost gravy. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Salmon Lefse Wrap - $14: Juniper-smoked fjord salmon with pickled shallots and dill creme fraiche. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Pølse - Swedish Potato Sausage - $12: Pork broth-poached potatoes in sausage, served with punchy mustard and a creamy slaw. Dietary tags: South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lingonberry and Cream Cheese Lefse - $9: Sweet and tart lingonberries paired with silky cream cheese, wrapped in a toasty lefse. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
Sides
- Simple Green Salad - $8: Lettuces with pickled beets, toasted almonds and parsley vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Root Vegetable Champ - $7: Mashed sweet and red potatoes gently cooked with herbs and cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kraken Snack - $10: Herring and horseradish cream spread on toasted rye bread with melty Jarlsberg cheese. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Troll Snack - $9: Roasted garlic and Jarlsberg cheese spread. Served with hearty rye crackers and pickled cabbage. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scandinavian Rye Bread - $5: Served with butter and North Sea Salt. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Pickled Herring - $8: Herring filets, pickled in white wine sauce, peppercorns and onions. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Surkal - $5: Sweet and sour purple cabbage pickled with apple cider vinegar and caraway. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pickled Egg - $4: Black pepper mayo and salmon caviar. Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Simply Toasted Lefse - $6: With butter and choice of sea salt, honey or sugar. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sweets
- Lingonberry Lefse Wrap - $9: Velvety cream cheese and plump lingonberries. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Lemon Custard - $7: With five-spice pecans. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Frequently Asked Questions about Viking Soul Food
- Is Viking Soul Food dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Viking Soul Food has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Simple Green Salad, Pickled Egg and Surkal.
- What can I eat at Viking Soul Food on a dairy-free diet?
- Simple Green Salad, Pickled Egg and Surkal carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Viking Soul Food have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Simple Green Salad and Surkal.
- Is Viking Soul Food gluten-free?
- 2 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 Viking Soul Food?
- Pølse, at roughly 26g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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