Wilfs Restaurant

Wednesday, March 17th is Wilfs’ 35th Anniversary! It also happens to be St. Patrick’s Day, so a little Irish and a lot of fun will be the theme of the day. We’ll be adding corned beef & cabbage, Irish stew, and Guinness Stout beer, to our regular menu for both lunch and dinner.

Performing live jazz at 7:30PM will be our long-time friend, Ron Steen with Karen Maria Capo, Steve Christofferson, and Dennis Caiazza. Plus, special food and drink items from our menu will benefit MercyCorps. Please make your reservation now at 503-223-0070 and join us as we celebrate this special day!

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PBS Design Presents…

The duo of Amy & Freddy return to Portland for the 3rd year, with two shows at Wilfs on Friday, March 12th benefiting Camp Starlight – a week-long residential summer camp for children affected and infected by HIV/AIDS.

Amy Armstrong’s beautiful voice, edgy humor and quick wit, combined with Freddy Allen’s impeccable musical arrangements and sly repartee, come together to form a “dynamic duo”, presenting an enjoyable and unforgettable entertainment experience. Based in Chicago, Amy & Freddy have been captivating audiences for more than 10 years in the classic tradition of such legendary entertainers as Bette Midler and Liza Minnelli. The duo brings three shows to Portland with a different flavor to each show. Returning this year is drummer extraordinaire, Steve Moretti. If you attend one show, you will definitely want to come back for more!

This incredible night of entertainment and generosity is presented by Phil Sparks Design and Cascade Aids Project. Performances start at 6:00PM and 9:00PM with $30 tickets available at Cascade Aids Project (208 SW 5th Avenue, #800 — contact Eva at 503.278.3801) or through Phil Sparks Design at 503-546-9662.

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Wednesday 2/17

The Ron Steen Trio plays Wednesday, February 17th at 7:30PM with James Benton, Toni Lincoln, George Mitchell, Scott Steed.

Thursday 2/18

Tasha Miller will be appearing at Wilfs this Thursday, February 18th at 7:30PM with Mike Horsfall on the piano, Kevin Deitz on bass and Todd Strait on drums…and hopefully, you too!

Friday 2/19

The Mia Nicholson Trio performs Friday night at 8:00PM

Saturday 2/20

Rounding-out a fantastic week of live music, The Shelly Rudolph Trio appears Saturday Night at Wilfs at 8:00PM.

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From Gayot – The Guide to the Good Life

Take a ride back in the time machine for some steak and Sinatra.
Wilf’s Restaurant & Piano Bar is one of our Top 10 Portland Romantic Restaurants

In the grand era of train travel, dining cars were noted for lavish menus, silver table settings, and gracious service. This elegant and dignified restaurant would fit right in, although it’s parked on a side track in Historic Union Station. The trains won’t be a distraction as you slide into a wingback chair while the knowledgeable staff marches confidently into the dramatic territory of tableside service. They will toss your Caesar or spinach salad before your eyes, and light some of the more flamboyant entrées into flames at your elbow. Try the steak Diane or wild Northwest salmon—the kitchen supports regional, organic food producers. After partaking of the sumptuous fare, sit back and enjoy the live music—often world-class jazz. For the late-night set, Wilf’s offers a variety of fancy after-dinner drinks as well as flaming desserts.

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Valerie Day has a voice that is evocative of another time, yet refreshingly modern. Remembered for her work with the Grammy nominated band NU SHOOZ, Valerie has returned to her musical roots and her love of jazz. Whether fronting a big band or singing with a small jazz combo, Valerie injects new life into standards from the Great American Songbook with impressive range and effortless delivery.

An in-demand singer and session player, Valerie performs and records with artists ranging from the Oregon Symphony Pops to pianist Michael Allen Harrison, celebrated jazz songwriter/pianist David Frishberg, African drummer Obo Addy and many others as well as recording for regional and national radio commercials.

“…Day sings with a warm, assured tone and interpretive depth…” – The Oregonian

You can experience Valerie Day’s unique vocal stylings when she performs at Wilfs with her quartet as part of the Portland Jazz Festival on Saturday, February 27th at 8:00 PM. Please call 503-223-0070 for reservations.

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Please join us on Thursday, February 11th for an Evening of Down with Love Songs, as Stumptown Stages presents UNVALENTINE’S NIGHT OUT. This cabaret showcase of great Portland singers and performers promises to be a fun and funny (and maybe a little poignant, too) evening of entertainment. RSVP now at 503-223-0070.

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THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD-OUT…THANK YOU!

It’s rainy and gray outside … Sounds like a great time to reunite with friends, and enjoy an evening of great wine and food! “Small plates” will be our theme once again.

• We will begin with passed appetizer and the Italian sparkler, Prosecco.
• 2nd course – L’Ecole Walla Walla ‘07 Syrah with a savory creme brulee
• 3rd course – Canoe Ridge ‘05 Merlot with pasta, light truffle Alfredo
• 4th course – Hedges 3 Vineyard Red with tenderloin filet of beef, shitake hoisen sauce, fried shallots
• 5th course – L’Ecole Walla Walla ‘06 Cabernet with deep dark chocolate cheesecake, salted caramel sauce

As always, the wines will be available for purchase.

Invite your friends

The cost for this event is $70, but there is a 10% discount for our regular attendees. We request your RSVP via our website, or by phone at 503.223.0070 no later than Tuesday February 2nd. Please let us know how many will be in your party.

Acting locally, thinking globally

A portion of the proceeds of the Wilfs Walla Walla Wine Dinner will be donated to MercyCorps for Haitian Earthquake Relief.

–Adele’ and the Staff of Wilfs

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Richard Arnold & the Groove Swingers, led by Richard Arnold on lead vocals, and supported by an “all star” rhythm section featuring keyboards, upright bass, pecussion and sax, will bring a touch of class and excitement to any and all musical tastes! Richard performs various styles from Jazz to classic standards, swing, blues, and Motown. Richard’s rich and powerful bass and bariton vocals are reminiscent of such greats as Lou Rawls, Frank Sinatra, Billy eckstein, Joe Williams, and Barry White. Visit their website for more information

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Please join us Saturday, January 16th at 8PM for the incredible vocal stylings of Shelley Rudolph.

“When Shelly Rudolph sings, you can smell the smoke… this is the moment to catch a rising star.” - Lynn Darroch, The Oregonian

Shelly Rudolph is a maker of soul music, as a fine and sultry singer and songwriter with a sense of adventure and a desire for emotional truth. But, while soul music guides her, the stylistic plot keeps thickening, as she demonstrates on her ambitious new album, Water In My Hand. R&B, in its many guises, may be the foundation of Rudolph’s new project, but she also takes her voice into areas where you can’t deny the touch of hypnotic gospel, African concepts, New Orleans barbecue sauce, tango, jazz phrasing, and visitations from her recurring Caribbean muse. The album’s diversity of tracks and styles, and rhythmic landscapes from different global corners, makes for a diverse creative journey. But it’s also one with a clear and coherent musical identity. Learn more at ShellyRudolph.com

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Tasha Miller will be appearing (in a new red upholstered dress) at Wilfs this Thursday, January 14th at 7:30PM with Magic Mike Horsfall and his funtastic fingers on the piano. Rounding out the group is Dave Captein on bass and Todd Strait on drums…and hopefully, you too. It’s gonna be grrrrrrrrreat!

According to Tasha: Specials include: tons of “new” tunes,long vowels (the usual), a red upholstered dress, stellar musicians whose ears and hearts are made of gold, and a cherry in my glass.What might you have in yours?

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