Screen Door Eastside Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing Screen Door Eastside located in Portland, OR, a beloved brunch spot with a Southern flair. This women-owned restaurant offers a mix of Cajun/Creole and Southern cuisine, with vegan and vegetarian options available. The menu features must-try dishes like crispy fried chicken with biscuits, praline bacon, and cheesy grits. Customers rave about the flavorful food, generous portions, and welcoming atmosphere. The service is outstanding, ensuring a delightful dining experience. Enjoy a delightful meal in a lively setting with both indoor and outdoor dining options. Don't miss their famous chicken and waffles or the delectable banana foster French toast. Street parking is available, and reservations are recommended for this popular spot. Experience the delicious flavors and warm hospitality at Screen Door Eastside.
Starters
Warm Cinnamon Rolls
two, filled w/ cream cheese, homemade from the Screen Door bakery (VEG)
Praline Bacon
smoked bacon caramelized w/ pecans, brown sugar, & a hint of cayenne (GF)
Fresh Fruit Plate
see server for today's selection (GF & VGN)
Little Gem & Radicchio Salad
w/ shaved fennel, crimson crisp apples, goat cheese, crispy seeds, & honey-orange blossom vinaigrette
Deep-Fried Okra
w/ sauce remoulade (VEG)
Fried Oysters
cornmeal crusted with tarter sauce
Black-Eyed Pea Fritters
five falafel style black-eyed pea fritters served w/ pepper jelly (VGN)
Hushpuppies
cornmeal fritters w/ pepper jelly (VEG)
Fried Catfish
cornmeal dusted with remoulade sauce
Crispy Chicken Tenders
with creole honey mustard
Local Mushroom & Swiss Burger
oz. griddled beef patty, topped w/ local mushrooms, swiss cheese, bbq sauce, horseradish mayo, red butter lettuce, & fried onions on a toasted brioche bun, served w/ french fries
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
crispy fried chicken breast w/ mayo, pickles & coleslaw on a toasted bunserved w/ french fries
Fried Catfish Sandwich
cornmeal dusted, crispy-fried catfish on a griddled sesame bun w/ lemon slaw, dill pickles, & house hot sauce mayo, served w/ french fries
Sandwiches
Chicken & Waffles
Chicken & Waffles - Piece
screen door's famous buttermilk-battered, crispy fried chicken breast, sweet potato waffle & syrup
Chicken & Biscuits
crispy fried chicken breast smothered in country pork sausage gravy (vegetarian mushroom gravy available), w/ buttermilk biscuit & breakfast potatoes
Huevos Rancheros
all natural beef brisket braised in salsa ranchera w/ slow stewed black beans & two over-medium eggs, served over crispy corn tortillas & topped w/ melted pepperjack & jalapeno crema (GF)
Lowcountry Shrimp & Grits
five jumbo shrimp sauteed w/ our signature tomato-garlic shrimp sauce w/ smoky bacon over creamy cheddar grits served w/ two over-medium eggs & a buttermilk biscuit
Sawmill Breakfast
buttermilk biscuit topped w/ country pork sausage gravy (vegetarian mushroom gravy available), w/ choice of side of bacon, pork sausage or veggie sausage
Seasonal Veggie Hash
crispy red potatoes, delicata squash, roasted brussels sprouts, kale, & red onions, over a pumpkin seed aioli, topped w/ apple mostarda & pepita seeds, served w/ two eggs any way & a buttermilk biscuit
Fried Chicken Salad
crisp lettuces, housemade buttermilk ranch, bacon, pickled red onion, radish, blue cheese & an extra side of ranch w/ a crispy fried chicken breast.
Breakfast Hotplates
Sweets
Bananas Foster French Toast
rich brioche french toast w/ rum-flamed caramelized bananas, cinnamon & whipped cream (VEG)
Gold Waffle
a classic, old-fashioned light & crispy, yeast-raised waffle served warm w/ syrup, add whipped cream, chocolate chips or toasted pecans $
Praline Waffle
loaded w/ our signature praline bacon baked into a light yeast-raised waffle topped w/ a strip of praline bacon, whipped cream, & toasted pecans (VEG)
Side Sweet Potato Waffle
(veg) w/ syrup
French Toast
(veg) rich brioche french toast w/ syrup
Seasonal Citrus Pancakes
fluffy ricotta pancakes topped w/ tangy lemon curd, mixed fresh citrus segments & vanilla whipped cream
Cajun Scramble
-egg scramble w/ andouille sausage, onion, bell pepper & pepperjack w/ a buttermilk biscuit & choice of cheddar grits or breakfast potatoes
Scrambles
Sides
Biscuit & Gravy
one buttermilk biscuit & country pork sausage gravy (vegetarian mushroom gravy available)
Eggs
any way (GF & VEG)
Smoked Bacon
(GF)
Breakfast Potatoes
(GF & VGN)
Buttermilk Biscuit
(VEG)
Crispy Chicken Tenders
with creole honey mustard
Fried Catfish
cornmeal dusted with remoulade sauce
Creamy Coleslaw
(GF & VEG)
Vegan Lemon Coleslaw
(GF & VGN)
English Muffin
from Dos Hermanos (VEG)
Country Pork Sausage Gravy
Rich and creamy pork sausage gravy garnished with fresh herbs.
Vegetarian Mushroom Gravy
(VEG)
Cheddar Grits
(GF & VEG)
White Corn Grits
(GF & VEG)
French Fries
With parmesan aioli (GF & VEG)
Pork Sausage
(GF)
Vegtarian Sausage
(VEG)
Simple Salad
Sauvie island grower's organic salad mix of tender lettuces, arugula & mizuna w/ your choice of sherry vinaigrette, lemon vinaigrette, buttermilk ranch or blue cheese dressing (serves -)
Fried Chicken Breast
Crispy, golden-brown chicken breast with a seasoned, crunchy coating.
BBQ
(GF & VGN)
Buttermilk Ranch
(GF & VEG)
Creole Honey Mustard
(GF & VEG)
House Hot Sauce
A spicy blend of chili peppers and vinegar, delivering a bold kick to your dishes.
Parmesan Aioli
(GF & VEG)
Pepper Jelly
(GF & VGN)
Remoulade
(GF & VEG)
Tartar
(GF & VEG)
Tasso Ham Gravy
Rich and savory gravy made with tasso ham, perfect for enhancing your favorite dishes.
Housemade Sauces
Dessert
Banoffee Pie
shortbread & pecan crust filled w/ caramel & bananas topped w/ whipped cream
Creole Pecan Pie
toasted pecans & Steen's cane syrup custard baked in an all-butter crust w/ bourbon whipped cream
Cafe Au Lait Cheesecake
sweet coffee cheesecake on a chocolate cookie crust topped w/ salted caramel whipped cream & espresso crusted hazelnuts
Grits Custard Pie
white grits, buttermilk custard, & vanilla whipped cream in a flaky pie shell, served w/ honeyed citrus & pistachio
Chicken & Biscuits Family Meal - People
For two: large order of buttermilk biscuits & country pork sausage gravy or vegetarian mushroom gravy w/ two crispy-fried chicken breasts, four scrambled eggs, & freshly-baked cinnamon rolls filled w/ cream cheese for dessert!substitutions politely declined
Chicken & Waffles Family Meal - People
three buttermilk-battered, crispy-fried chicken breasts, two warm sweet potato waffles, four scrambled eggs, & freshly-baked cinnamon rolls filled w/ cream cheese for dessert!
Family Meal Chicken Dinner - People
Comes w/ pieces of Screen Door's famous buttermilk-battered fried chicken breasts, buttery mashed potatoes w/ tasso ham gravy (gravy contains gluten), pieces of southern style cornbread & your choice of creamy coleslaw or bacon & ham hock stewed collard greens. For dessert, a red velvet sheet cake w/ cream cheese frosting! Comfortably feeds
Family Meal
Scrambles/Benedicts
Cajun Scramble
-egg scramble w/ andouille sausage, onion, bell pepper & pepperjack w/ a buttermilk biscuit & choice of cheddar grits or breakfast potatoes
Smoked Pork Shoulder Benedict
house smoked pork topped w/ poached eggs, red onions, parmesan aioli, & hollandaise over an english muffin
Wild Mushroom & Kale Benedict
local wild mushrooms & sauteed kale topped w/ poached eggs, roasted butternut squash aioli, & hollandaise over an english muffin
BBQ
(GF & VGN)
Buttermilk Ranch
(GF & VEG)
Creole Honey Mustard
(GF & VEG)
Hollandaise
Rich and creamy sauce made with butter, egg yolks, and lemon juice.
House Hot Sauce
A spicy blend of peppers and spices, delivering a robust heat and rich flavor.
Parmesan Aioli
(GF & VEG)
Pepper Jelly
(GF & VGN)
Remoulade
(GF & VEG)
Tartar
(GF & VEG)
Housemade Sauces (B)
Salad
House Salad
crisp lettuces, housemade buttermilk ranch, bacon, pickled red onions, radish, blue cheese crumbles & croutons
Chicory & Beet Salad
chicory lettuces w/ golden, candy cane, & red beets, ricotta salata, pecan-oat crumble, pickled fennel, & maple vinaigrette
Little Gem & Radicchio Salad
w/ shaved carrots, cherry tomatoes, crispy seeds, & a honey-orange blossom vinaigrette
Simple Salad
A mix of fresh greens, sliced radishes, and shredded carrots, served with a side of creamy dressing.
Memphis Style BBQ Ribs Rack
hickory smoked & rubbed pork ribs served w/ bbq baked beans, traditional coleslaw, house pickles, & southern cornbread w/ memphis style BBQ sauce
Fried Chicken Dinner
buttermilk-battered, crispy fried boneless chicken breast & thigh w/ buttery mashed potatoes, tasso ham gravy & choice of collard greens or coleslaw
Chicken & Dumplings
roasted chicken & herbed buttermilk dumplings in a rich veloute gravy w/ butter stewed carrots & celery
Seared Wild Salmon
w/ roasted local mushrooms, brown butter carrots, apple mostarda, carrot puree & popped sorghum
Local Mushroom & Swiss Burger
oz. griddled beef patty, topped w/ local mushrooms, swiss cheese, bbq sauce, horseradish mayo, red butter lettuce, & fried onions on a toasted brioche bun, served w/ french fries
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
crispy fried chicken breast w/ mayo, pickles & coleslaw on a toasted bunserved w/ french fries
Fried Catfish Sandwich
cornmeal dusted, crispy-fried catfish on a griddled sesame bun w/ lemon slaw, dill pickles, & house hot sauce mayo, served w/ french fries
Dinner Hotplates
Sides & Shares
Smoked Local Mushrooms W/ Lemon Aioli
hickory smoked local mushrooms w/ roasted chanterelles, crispy worcestershire onions, chives, grilled lemon, & lemon aioli
Roasted Carrots
roasted rainbow carrots, w/ wilted dandelion greens, leek soubise, freekeh, & crispy leeks
Braised Cabbage W/ Blue Cheese & Walnuts
shaved red cabbage, apple cider reduction, granny smith apples, blue cheese, walnuts, parsnip puree, & charred pickled peppers
Mac & Cheese
(VEG)
Red Beans & Rice
contains pork
Collard Greens
contains pork (GF)
Creamy Coleslaw
(GF & VEG)
Vegan Lemon Coleslaw
(GF & VGN)
Mashed Potatoes
with cajun tasso gravy
BBQ Baked Beans
contains pork
French Fries
With parmesan aioli (GF & VEG)
PC Cornbread
(VEG)
Orange Juice
Freshly squeezed orange juice with a vibrant citrus flavor.
Grapefruit Juice
Freshly squeezed grapefruit juice with a vibrant, tangy flavor.
Homemade Lemonade
Freshly squeezed lemons blended with water and a touch of sweetness for a refreshing homemade lemonade.
Seasonal Lemonade
A refreshing blend of seasonal fruits offering a vibrant and tangy lemonade experience.
Cranberry Juice
Tangy and refreshing cranberry juice made from ripe cranberries, delivering a vibrant and natural flavor.
Pineapple Juice
Freshly squeezed pineapple juice.
Juice
Soda
Cock & Bull Ginger Beer
bottle.
Coke
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
Diet Coke
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
Dr. Pepper
Unique blend of flavors, carbonated soft drink.
Ginger Ale
Refreshing, crisp ginger-flavored carbonated soft drink.
Passion Fruit Cream Soda
Sprite
The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
Topo Chico Mineral Water
Sparkling mineral water, sourced and bottled in Monterrey, Mexico, offering a refreshing and crisp taste.