Googling for a hot new restaurant and I stumbled upon Wolf and I am so glad the fates led me here…read more Was able to make reservations via Opentable. Reservation confirmation said, that door opens at 6:30pm and dinner service starts at 7pm. Phew, I'm sometimes bad with predicting the traffic patterns, so that gives you a little cushion. AND I arrived at 6:30pm on the dot. Ha! Plenty of street parking, but I wasn't sure I was in the right place since there was no sign. But, the building's number is clearly marked. So I stepped inside. There was music playing from the back of the building and I just kept moving towards the music. After 2 doorways, my husband remarked it was like we were entering a speakeasy. We stepped into a living room and proceeded through another doorway to find an open kitchen and jaw dropping red alder dining table. Standing in the kitchen was Chef Riley Eckersley and he greeted us like we were old friends. He had a couple of cocktails ready to pour and explained his concept of his place that has only been open for 3 weeks. Imagine an intimate dinner party (6 guests the night I was there) gathering for conversation while being taken on a culinary journey around Oregon. Throughout the evening, every detail was carefully curated, from the ingredients (from the coast to the mountains, he covered every corner), to the plating, music, and drinks (everything from mezcal, sake, orange wine, etc). The whole experience lasts 2 1/2-3 hours and I enjoyed every minute. I will certainly return as the menu changes with the seasons of Oregon. We began the evening as strangers, and ended as close friends.

What a unique and fun experience! There are comfy couches and a pool table during cocktails. For…read moredinner, I felt like I was a judge on top chef with the explanations and numerous courses being presented by the chef at a long table of foodies. The food was beautifully prepared and delicious, with a lovely table setting and company. The only thing I was warn people is that a couple of courses my evening was spicy, which is fine for me, but maybe not everyone.

Went to threshold brewing off SE Stark. Didn't have a beer.didnt have water…read more Had gris gris Gumbo and the bread that was served with it. Nothing else. Used the utensils gris gris provided. Within two hours of getting home. Had stomach upset. Then diarrhea. Then vomited all the gumbo up. They need to know to use fresh ingredients and bring food up to temperature. Would go to threshold brewing again, but would never trust the food from guest cooks. Waste of money and ruined my evening. How Sad.

Gris Gris Kitchen makes the most sublime and delicious food. Authentic Louisianan flavors…read more Reasonable prices, excellent quality.

Absolutely delighted, the toppings were delicious and the crust was perfect…read more Order a Hawaiian pizza, and Meat Lovers. Prices was good, but that pizza was bomb. Wings could have been bigger but tasted great.

All right, my main focus was to get something local. Right off rip when you pull up it doesn't…read morescreen fancy but I continued on end and it was very clean. It was available space for a large group but there aren't tables that would fit it. Maybe you can put some together and there are a few holes on the side. Menu looks super simple but I asked what would he recommend was the popular and that's what I chose which is barbecue pizza. I was going to get some ice cream but he wasn't able to tell me if the ice cream was made local so I declined that. Pizza took about 15 minutes. There was no TV on and there was no music playing. Definitely not going to lose a star for that because I was just picking up. Omg the pizza was banging - even with the 10min back to the hotel it was still good. Side note, there's only one size pizza... 14". Would I come back...YES. Happy Eating!!!

Hands down the best BBQ we've found in Oregon. We literally go to the Gresham Farmers Market just…read moreto get it! The pulled pork is flavorful without being greasy, the brisket is tender and packed with flavor, and everything we've tried has been incredible. Worth every trip!

I got pulled pork combo. I paid $21 for barely any food. This pulled pork had no flavor. The best…read morepart about this meal was the canned baked beans.

10/10 Portland spot!!! The smash burger was amazing!! Get…read morethe double champ-- it's so flavorful and tasty. They have ketchup & fry sauce as the only options (the fry sauce is great). & the burger itself was fantastic! Also! Beef Tallow fries?!! They were perfectly crispy and soooo good. I love this cart! We will be returning!

We stopped by Champs on Saturday to grab lunch after seeing a reel on IG! The food cart is located…read morebehind the cutest brew pub/tap room with tons of outside seating which was perfect for a beautiful 70° day. We ordered a single smash, double smash, fries, fry sauce and a s'mores cookie. Everything was really good and the fries were cooked to perfection. Pro tip...if it's a nice sunny day set that cookie in the sun while you eat your burgers and it warms up really nicely! Staff were super friendly!!!

Consistently good food, however, it is very important to be aware that you need to go to the front…read morecounter to pay after the meal, you will not be given a check. I've tried the chicken tikka, chicken tikka masala, butter chicken, chicken curry, and chicken vindaloo. These were all great, and if you like barbecue sauce you will almost certainly like the chicken tikka. The garlic naan and cheese naan are also great additions to a meal, and the mango lassi is a personal favorite drink. The staff are pleasant, and the food comes in a good amount of time. The wait staff always make sure to double check orders before sending them to the kitchen, so I've been saved from getting the wrong order after I misspoke. It's usually pretty quiet inside when it comes to the voices of people in the building, but they get the music volume just right. It seems to be a mix of Indian classical music and contemporary Indian popular music. Most times I've been here, someone at the table has said "Wow, this song's good!" Overall, good food in a relaxed environment, and immediate seating. A great place to go when it's 7pm and nobody in the house wants to cook, especially if you live in north Albany.

Hello my Yelpie Family !! Let me introduce you to a cultural…read morephenomenon of food and family history. You're welcomed in with open arms. Then comes the menu and WoW look at all the delicious options.. The food was delicious and flavorful with the perfect amount of spice. So get over here for the real taste of India and relax while the flavors take you on a ride through the family kitchen's history of food and culture.

The freshness of the seafood was out of this world. In my honest opinion, their best dishes are the…read moreFlautas, Tostadas, and the sashimi. The flautas delivered an exceptional crunch with a lot of filling - alongside their lettuce and sauce that just made the dish amazing. The guacamole tostada was to die for. It's refreshing and very unique and complex in flavor. The sashimi was very fresh and beautifully presented. I think I could have lived without the Hokkaido Scallops and the Ceviche, but they were still fresh nonetheless.

Food is good but definitely not worth the wait and for what you pay. The line took about an hour…read moreto go through. Their beverage service seems to be a bit of a cluster as people wanted something while waiting so went to the bar inside which they initially served people but then they started telling people you couldn't order there so would need to wait in the hourish line again for something (ie if you wanted something after ordering your food or like a modelo cause they moved them all from the inside bar to the outside). Probably had the worst tasting Hazy ipa ever from their interior bar as they would only allow cans for the exterior after saying they wouldn't serve the exterior people (much of what they said didnt make much sense and seemed like they just couldnt handle doing that many orders although the interior was only a couple patrons). Took about 30 min to get food. They say they sell out but seems like they just put up the sign and post that on ig once the line length will take them to closing (ie about an hour to hour half line from 8pm). Foods good but seems poorly managed creating waits and wasn't really that busy compared to other places of similar menus.

Located in Lil Dame or the former Beast/Ripe Cooperative space, the interior is a few two or four…read moretops but mostly communal tables - it'll be more awesome once they can use the outdoor dining area, it's pretty cozy in there now with boxes piled by the wall. This is elevated mexican food so you won't find any burritos here and many dishes are seafood, three dishes (empanditas and quesadilla, hongos/mushroom main) provide vegetarian options. The menu is two sections, appetizers to share (most easily shared 2 people per dish as they come with 2 tostaditas) and a shared larger dish section of a protein with accompaniments big enough for 2-4. Order from the wine menu by trusting your waitstaff - you can get half pours to try more from the well curated list. Dishes are flavorful and fun and you'll want to leave no drop of salsa behind.

Those who know... Know…read more We first got to know chef Lauro Romero's work at República, then at La Fondita, which filled a very special place for us as transplants from Mexico who missed the food from home and loved his elevated take on it. This new project replicates the magic but keeps the approachability that we loved so much about La Fondita, this time in an evening format. Expect a family style dinner with Mexican staples like cochinita and carne asada, elevated with exquisite salsas and handmade tortillas that have real nixtamalized heirloom corn. If you don't know what wine to order, ask--and you might get a chance to taste before you commit to the full glass. Or order a half glass and create your own wine pairing menu. You might think that a chef with a heritage like Lauro Romero might break the bank, but you would be wrong. We paid about $120 for multiple courses + desert for two. While I don't have a problem paying top dollar for good food, and Clandestino could easily be that kind of restaurant, I appreciate the philosophy of keeping elevated food relatively affordable. How else are Portlanders going to learn what the real thing tastes like? Of course, there are some small things they are still working out as a new restaurant. I would have liked to see some Mexican wines on the list, and it's unfortunate they only open Monday-Wednesday. But all in good time. Meanwhile, we will be taking advantage of the fact that it's still relatively easy to get a table and sharing this place with people we know will appreciate it for what it is.

Absolutely delightful cuisine. I tried the chicken hand pies. The dough was perfectly cooked and…read morethe inside was a blast of flavor. Everything tasted very refreshing. The food was made to order and was out fairly quickly. I loved getting to try this new restaurant!

This Asian food resteraunt is under new management . We were pleasantly surprised. The AAC (veggie)…read moreand sweet home sushi was so good. We'll be back.

I've recently moved out to the east side of Portland where I have very little knowledge of the food…read morecart and lunchtime scene. I was happy to stumble across the very unassuming Food Cart Heaven near Glisan and 157th (yes... you're still in Portland!) If you're looking for the hipster foodie vibe with corn hole and fire pits you won't find it at Food Cart Heaven. Instead, guests are treated to a very diverse and... um, functional setting complete with a household appliance vendor and lingerie modeling booth. Don't worry, this place is family-friendly, but you may be asked, "mommy, what is lingerie?" There are a variety of carts offering a broad selection of international cuisine. I've sampled Woody's Tacos (Delicious!) and both of the Mexican carts. Try the Aguas Frescas for only $2... the cantaloupe carrot is my favorite! Parking isn't great, in fact the configuration is a little awkward. The lingerie modeling spots are only valid for 15 minutes, so don't park in one of those clearly labeled spots mistakenly. There are several side streets where you might find additional parking as well. I'm very excited to try more carts here, so I'll definitely be coming back.

It was a cool random spot we went to, both Mexican food trucks were delicious! Definitely worth…read morechecking out.