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BerkeleyGirl Jun 27, 2011 11:58 AM

Beast or Castagna?

Taking husband out for birthday dinner. Have reservation at Castagna but trying to get in at Beast instead. I think the husband would appreciate the hipness of Beast, given that he is getting older. LOL.

Both menus look great. Your thoughts? Thank you!

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1752 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97214
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     BerkeleyGirl Jul 1, 2011 04:14 PM

    Castagna it is. Thanks all! Will report back after the weekend.

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       jeff_pdx Jul 1, 2011 03:56 PM

      Since Matt Lightner is leaving Castagna at the end of July, it's a no-brainer to get there before he goes. I just ate there a week ago for the first time and it really is in a class of its own in this city.
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         grapedog Jul 6, 2011 10:29 AM

        Completely agree. We had dinner at Castagna a few weeks ago and it was really, really good. All senses are involved in the dishes. Sorry to see Matt leaving the Portland area.

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         ekc Jun 30, 2011 05:25 PM

        Castagna, hands down. I would not really enjoy a set menu and communal seating for my birthday dinner.

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        1. JillO Jun 28, 2011 10:21 AM

          I like both, but the seating at Beast was really uncomfortable last I was there (the old clarklewis chairs, aka torture devices), and I would make sure the b-day boy wants/enjoys a communal dining experience for his big day dinner...some really don't.

          Overall, I'd pick Castagna (or Metrovino, or Genoa).

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             grapedog Jul 6, 2011 10:28 AM

            Hey JillO....you know, i've never had a problem with the chairs at Beast or when they were at Clarklewis. Maybe I have an "iron butt". :-)

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              JillO Jul 6, 2011 12:06 PM

              You stalwart 'hound, you! ;o)
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             nkeane Jun 27, 2011 03:38 PM

            Castagna. easy pick.

            also, I'm sure you know this, but please oh please, which ever you decide, make sure you call as soon as you know and cancel the reservation at the establishment that you will not be going to.

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               chalmers Jun 27, 2011 10:50 PM

              Seconded.
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