Looking for someplace to have dinner, ran across the TripAdvisor review for Fishwife. Between the existing reviews and the posted menu, we just had to give this place a shot.
Heading down Lombard Street into a neighborhood that we would least expect to find this place in, we see the Fishwife sign over the restaurant.
Walking through the doors into the restaurant, there is only 2 empty tables (which have to be cleared) and we are asked to wait for seating. This place is packed.
Once at our table, service is quick and friendly. The menu is loaded with a variety of fish and seafood, beverages and desserts along with several daily specials that sound fantastic. The Mrs. opted for the Seafood Combo that was sauteed and grilled and I enjoyed the Halibut Bleu, both were fanastic.
The food was prepared perfectly, service was spot on, prices were great and we left happy and full. Think we just found our favorite spot for seafood in Portland.

Is now a regular spot for lunchwhen in North Portlad. Friendly help consistently good food and good value for the money. They have the desire to please the customer rare in todays world especially in smaller restaurants had oysters last trip grille perfect and my guest had the cajun fish filet sandwich which they raved about. Do yourself a favor and stop by when your in the area

Went on a crowded Friday night. The wait was short, everyone was friendly and even with a crowd the food was served relatively quickly and well prepared. I appreciated that, as the choice of appetizers was very limited, when I asked for something not on the menu I was immediately accommodated with no issue (and not gouged in price as some restaurants will).

I was impressed and will return.

From the outside, you may think to move on to a sleeker spot but you'd miss out on quite a treat! Everyone in our party was very satisfied with their orders. The fish was fresh and cooked to perfection. Definitely a place to go to for good seafood at a lower cost!

A little off the beaten path but a terrific neighborhood seafood spot. Family friendly with good service and prices. I have had cioppino at many places and this is as good as it gets. Tasty broth, plenty of chopped vegetables and a nice variety of seafood.

Local attractions are the University of Portland and the historic St. Johns bridge. If you cross the bridge, you're very close to Forest Park - the largest urban wilderness in the US and full of hiking, biking and running trails.