This comes from PDX Food Dude. Carlyle is closing it’s doors as of February 14th, this according to a press release from Bruce Goldberg the owner. Carlyle is where I served my externship this summer as part of my culinary schooling. I had the chance to work with Chef Jake Martin and Sous Chef Bryan Donaldson – both of whom are moving on to Fenouil.

Here’s the release:

Dear Friends,

Next month is Carlyle’s seventh anniversary.  February also marks the end of our current  lease.  Both milestones are significant in that they factor into my decision to announce that Carlyle will serve it’s last meal on Sunday, February 14^th.

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the many loyal customers, employees, and friends who have made Carlyle special. Though saddened by the closing, I ’m comforted by  wonderful memories, ,and the opportunity to have worked with some very talented people.

I hope that over  the next two weeks you’ll make a point of joining us for dinner or a drink. In addition to some recent menu changes,  Chef Martin will be presenting a special prix fixe dinner , offered on both  February 13^th and 14^th , to celebrate Valentine’s Day, and to serve as our farewell.

On a personal note, my heartfelt thanks to Carlyle’s  past and current staff, some of which have been with us from the beginning. Their talent, dedication, and humor has made for a rich and rewarding experience for which I will always be grateful. I would also like to acknowledge the many local vendors who’s fine products and excellent  service have become synonymous with a raised bar in Portland dining.

Lastly, I’d like to extend an invitation to all former Carlyle employees to join us for a drink (or two) at 10:00 pm on the 14^th. I look forward to seeing you.

Thank you for seven years.

Sincerely,

Bruce Goldberg,

Carlyle