Warning: The new 'farm to table' spot in Portland is serving raw chicken and calling it a feature

I went to that place on 3rd Avenue last Friday, the one with the big chalkboard menu. Ordered their 'rustic deconstructed chicken plate' for $32. The center of the breast was translucent and cold, like it had never seen a pan. When I sent it back, the server said, 'Chef believes in honoring the protein's natural state.' That's not a philosophy, it's a health code violation. Has anyone else run into this 'barely cooked' trend masquerading as art?

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elliot_gibson2713h ago

Yeah, that's a straight up safety issue. I'd take a picture of the plate right there at the table, then ask to speak directly to the manager, not just the server. In my experience, that usually gets a real apology and the charge taken off your bill. If they push back, mentioning you'll need to call the county health department tends to clear things up fast.

avery21911h ago

Take the picture but also get a clear shot of the menu listing the price you were charged. In my experience, managers sometimes try to say it was a menu misprint or a different dish. Having both pieces of proof shuts that down completely. I'd also make a note of the server's name and the time, just in case it escalates later. Honestly, if they give you any real trouble over something that obvious, reporting it is the right move for everyone else who eats there.

charlescraig10h ago

Elliot_gibson27 has the right idea about talking to a manager, but calling the health department over a pricing mistake is a bit much. That's for actual health risks, like finding a bug or raw chicken. If the issue is just being overcharged for a side of sauce, the health inspector won't care. Save that call for real safety problems. A manager should still fix the bill without needing that kind of threat.