Jakes Famous Crawfish

Jakes Famous Crawfish Restaurant has become a classic, but it didnt happen overnight. Thanks to you and generations of guests, Jakes has celebrated more than 127 years of dining excellence. A cast of Hollywood stars, politicians, and athletes, from Humphrey Bogart and Casey Stengel to Madonna and Michael Jordan, have helped create Jakes special amb... ience and golden history which started, naturally, with a man named Jake. A colorful local character, Jacob (Jake) Lewis Freiman established a legendary Portland tradition in 1892 at the corner of 12th Avenue and Stark. In the years that followed, Jake became an expert in the subtle art of preparing and serving extraordinary seafood and Portland diners responded in great numbers and with strong enthusiasm. Knowing what customers want is a great asset in business, as it is in life. Jake always attracted discerning diners, hungry travelers, and well-known entertainers from across the nation. In 1904, renowned brewmaster Henry Weinhard decided to build his new brewery just a block away from Jakes. One wonders if the location was selected for the proximity of beer deliveries, or because it was within walking distance of Jakes, his favorite restaurant.Read More