Great Local Foods from Scratch

Serving the Portland Community Since 1979

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Catering

For any event, from a casual family gathering to a formal black-tie gala.

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Elephants @ Work

Sack and box lunches and meals for the office.

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Gift Boxes & Meal Totes

Delicious food gifts will be a huge hit with everyone on your list.

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Christmas

Savor the Season

Order your favorite holiday fare for delivery or pickup!

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Elephants @ Work

Turkey Club Box Lunch

The corporate lunch bestseller.

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Gift Boxes & Meal Totes

Extravaganza

The grandest gourmet gift basket we offer is THE gift for food lovers.

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Gift Cards

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Soup To Go

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Careers

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We offer a wide variety of opportunities for talented and enthusiastic individuals (from entry-level staff to seasoned professionals) as well as excellent benefits.

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Since 1979

A Part of Portland’s History

Elephants Delicatessen has proudly served from-scratch food and warm hospitality to the Portland community for over 43 years.

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Upcoming Events

You’re cordially invited
Come join us for a cocktail or a tasting, here are the exciting things coming up at Elephants.

Cracker King Tasting

December 10, 11pm-2pm Elephants Delicatessen at NW 22nd Avenue

Try our favorite locally made and gluten-free crackers! One taste of these delectable crackers--in flavors like rosemary & sea salt…

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Prosser’s Spice and Sauce

December 17, 11am-2pm Elephants Delicatessen at NW 22nd Avenue

Join our friends from Prosser's for a taste of the islands. Once you've tried just about anything that's been Prosseratized,…

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Smith Teamaker

December 9, 11:00am-2:00pm Elephants Delicatessen at NW 22nd Avenue

We'll be sampling some of Smith Teamaker's delicious iced teas! Come taste a few of our favorites.

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News & Events

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Real Eggnog

12.5.2022

The ever-popular Christmas beverage of dairy, sugar, whipped eggs, spices, and various liquors (brandy, rum, whiskey, bourbon, vodka, sherry) is...

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Bûche de Noël for Christmas

12.2.2022

Popularized by the bakers of Paris in the 1800s, Bûche de Noël is the French name for this famous log-shaped...

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Gingerbread Old Fashioned

Recipe: Gingerbread Old Fashioned

12.1.2022

Here’s a holiday twist on an old fashioned. Cheers! Gingerbread Old Fashioned 2 ½ oz George Dickel Rye Whiskey ¾...

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Our Values

We pride ourselves on being a pioneer in sustainable practices. We're always looking for ways to lessen our negative impact on the environment and increase our positive impact in the community.

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Excellence

Exceptional hospitality and food quality.

Unity

We have each other’s backs, demonstrate mutual respect, and support our community.

Sustainability

Supporting our business as a force for good. Always considering the impact of decisions on employees, community, and environment.