Great noodles. I like the fried chicken noodles with extra veg…read more Was a go-to lunch spot when they were downtown, and I'm glad to seem them doing well in their new location.

When we went it happened to be dumpling week so they only had a special menu item of Wonton soup…read more We were pretty hungry so we still got it even tho we were looking forward to trying their actual menu. It was a pretty standard good wonton soup w/ just wontons & boo choy, the broth had a slight turmeric flavor. It is located in the food cart pod behind steeple brewing, and you can eat inside there too.

So glad that I tried this food truck while visiting Downtown Portland! It's in a square that has a…read morefew other food trucks nearby and lots of outdoor seating. This is probably my favorite jianbing I've tried so far. I appreciate how many different types of fillings they have. They have a couple vegetarian options which is great! I ordered the fried tofu classic series, which was the first time I've ever had a fried tofu inside a jianbing. The outer layer was more crepe than egg, in comparison to other jianbing I've tried before. But I didn't mind it (and actually enjoyed!). The sauce inside is so flavorful and delicious! The classic was a perfect portion for me, but they also have signature and loaded options if you're really hungry. They also welcome personalizations, as they were willing to accomodate my request of no cilantro and zhacai (Chinese pickled mustard plant stem). The mild spice was perfect and really not spicy at all - I would probably try medium next time. While food trucks can be hit or miss sometimes, this one did not disappoint. The wait for the food was a little long, but it was worth the wait because the food was delicious. The prices are also decent for a food truck. I highly recommend trying this!

Portland is known for its food cart scene, and since we were so close to Pioneer Square, my…read morecolleagues and I grabbed lunch here. We chose Bing Mi because none of us had tried a jianbing before! The food cart is lined up among others. It's easy to spot since it's bright red. They have their menu on display, and lines can vary depending on the time of day. You line up, order and pay, get your buzzer, then pick up your food. Since we came during the lunch rush, it was a bit busy, and the wait was longer, but everything is made to order. The worker was nice and helpful! My manager and I shared the BBQ Pork Jianbing and Pork Chili Oil Wontons. The jianbing was interesting! It was light, and the filling was savory. It fell apart a bit, and even though it was mild, I couldn't taste any spice. I liked the mix of textures, from soft and crunchy to chewy. I wish there were more filling! The wontons were good--well-filled but not spicy. I would recommend trying their jianbing for a quick, on-the-go meal. Bing Mi is a lovely food cart in Pioneer Square that I'm glad I got to try. I'm glad I know what jianbing tastes like, and I'd get it again. I recommend this spot if you like this cuisine!

One, two, three , four. Oh, no exercise here, except to eat!…read more Ever since discovering Chongqing food in Prague, I've been on the hunt for similar food, esp., the fresh noodles with minced pork. Enter Stretch the Noodle! It's a small unassuming food cart with Sichuan based dishes and their dan dan noodles with pork was a close match but still delicious. It's mildly hot (can't take the heat). The mid beer garden is a nice set up-a main tent with picnic style benches and small food businesses on either side.

Midtown Beer Garden delivers some delicious, authentic Chinese food and Stretch the Noodle is…read moredefinitely another food cart I'd highly recommend for their beef noodle soup. As their name denotes, their noodles are hand-pulled. While their menu is limited, this just means that they can focus their efforts on creating quality dishes. For only $14, the beef noodle soup is quite reasonably priced, and actually a full meal. I've had an experience with a food cart in the past where the portion size did not reflect the price point, but not here. The beef noodle soup here is on par at what you'd get at a sit-down restaurant. It's packed with tender beef, plenty of noodles, veggies, and a piping hot broth. Chili oil was unnecessary, as it already came with some on top. The broth itself was clear, yet still had the correct spices that beef noodle soup is known for. This food cart was pretty popular. Other patrons were ordering some of the dry noodle dishes such as the noodle salad or dan dan noodles. Everything from their kitchen looked so good, but as a soup kinda gal, I'm glad I ultimately went with the beef noodle soup. While I cannot speak for the flavor profiles of the other dishes Stretch the Noodle has to offer, from my experience enjoying the beef noodle soup, it's safe to say that I was very happy with my lunch and would love to return to this food cart the next time we visit PDX. Additionally, as I try to be eco-conscious, my food was served in a reusable container, which I saved after devouring my meal and washed instead of throwing it out.

Among the sea of food carts at the Midtown Beer Garden in downtown, Shawarma House really stands…read moreout for its excellent quality, flavor, and price. I went with their recommendation and ordered the No. 1 Chicken Shawarma Wrap, and it was fantastic. The shawarma itself was juicy and packed with flavor, and it balanced really nicely against the fresh vegetables and the tanginess from the pickles. The fluffy garlic sauce inside is airy, garlicky, and almost feels whipped, but the pro move is definitely to ask for extra along with some of their house made hot sauce on the side. Everything is wrapped and griddled to toasty perfection, making it an ideal compact grab-and-go lunch, or a great meal to enjoy more leisurely at one of the shaded picnic tables. One thing to note is that the orders do take a bit of time, so it is not the best option if you are in a rush. That said, it is absolutely worth it if you have a little time and patience, so just grab a brew, relax, and enjoy the weather while you wait.

I have been to this new food cart pod several times ever since I read about it. If my memory is…read morecorrect, the article claimed that it is the largest food cart pod in the state. Although it is still new and not all the spaces are filled yet, it seems like it will be a great place to dine there on nice weather days. I had already tried their bingsu food cart. This time I tried the Shawarma House. There are about 3 food carts that serve similar or the same food. I had the triple meat plate. It consisted of lamb, chicken and beef. It came with pita bread and hummus and tzatziki sauce. The sauce that drizzled on top was good but I couldn't quite tell what it was. The lamb meat was by far the best. The chicken and beef was okayed. Hummus and tzatziki serving was large. I wish I had more pita bread so I didn't have to waste the dipping. There was a good amount of rice under the meat. The plate was good overall but there was not enough sauce drizzled on the top. As a result, everything seemed dry.

Of course my favorite chicken spot closes…read more Why? Will they open another? Who else in Oregon has chicken similar to this?

I loved chicken and gunz the first time I moved out here, 7-10 years ago…read more I don't know what happened, but they were the best. Quality dropped in the last few years (mostly just too dry the last few times we tried it imo). I hope they reset and come back, but as the old chicken and gunz, cuz it was our first stop for YEARS and we miss it!

Best. Tom kha. Ever. Had the galangal root and mukrut lime leaf still in it. Super strong sweet,…read moresour savory broth. The crispy pork was divine. Don't change a thing please!

I got the pad kaprao with pork belly after seeing a good review of that dish from the Portland…read moreMercury (https://www.portlandmercury.com/food/food-issue-2026/portlands-top-20-food-carts/). Unfortunately, I came away pretty disappointed. Everything except the pork belly was actually really good. The rice had a good texture and separate grains. The fried egg was crispy and had a nice runny yolk. The cucumbers had a nice thickness and crunch to them (could been colder though). The prik nam pla (fish sauce, chiles, maybe a little lime?) was really great -- something about the flavor really popped for me and was tasty. And everything was served hot and fresh. But the pork belly sucked, and that kinda ruined the dish for me. The fatty parts weren't melt-in-your-mouth at all. They were just chewy. The skin wasn't crispy, it also was chewy. The meaty parts weren't juicy at all, they were tough. I dunno, everything about it seemed wrong. And getting the pork belly right seems like a crucial part of the overall dish. After eating maybe 1/3 of the pieces of pork belly, hoping each time that the bad pieces were just outliers, I gave up and just pushed the rest of them to the side while I ate the rest of the dish. Oh well.

Coming from Miami and being married to a Haitian it is a must to always look for Haitian Cuisine…read morewhenever we travel. As soon as we found out about Tap Tap Cuisine, my husband and I were super excited to come by and try it. I ordered the legume and my husband got griot. It was pretty delicious and the staff was super nice and friendly.

During my recent birthday celebration road trip to Portland, Oregon, I had the distinct pleasure of…read moredining at Tap Tap Cuisine. The culinary experience was truly remarkable, and the customer service was exceptional. The restaurant's location is also highly favorable, contributing to its overall appeal. As a Jamaican who grew up in the Miami neighborhood known as "Little Haiti," I have had ample exposure to Haitian cuisine, particularly griot. My childhood memories include saving my allowance to purchase griot from a Haitian lady's house on Fridays, with the assistance of a neighbor who spoke her language. My first taste of griot occurred when I was 11 years old. I felt compelled to share this background information to establish my credentials in assessing the quality of Haitian cuisine. Tap Tap Cuisine proved to be an exceptional gem in this regard. Plus, my 2 friends who accompanied me are of Haitian background. We all gave it a 10 out of 10! In all areas. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed by the owner, creating an immediate sense of camaraderie. By the time we departed, we felt like part of the restaurant's extended family. Tap Tap Cuisine operates as a family-run establishment. The ambiance took me back to an island setting. I will most DEFINITELY be back again! If you are in or is visiting the Portland area. Do yourself a favor and check them out!

Food: PDX Sliders consistently has the best burgers in Portland. The Steel is my favorite, but I've…read morebeen trying others as well. Price: The slider price is good and it's filling enough that you can get by with just one if you're not starved. I don't love the involuntary service fee considering that you have to walk up to order, bus your table, and do most of the service yourself. Service: You do most of it yourself, but they're friendly. Parking: Street parking

PDX Sliders continues to operate at a high level. Best burger/fries/sauces combo in Portland hands…read moredown. Excellent array of outdoor and indoor seating. Fast service even when busy. I'll be here all summer. Fremont and Sellwood are my fav burgers, fries dipped in spicy aioli.

Killer gyro!! Tons of lamb, all the veggies in the order, Dynamic sauce and it was huge ! I was…read morejust passing by and grabbed one for a late dinner. Don't skip this small vendor at mid town beer garden. Great seating and clean

This place is located inside the food truck court. We walked here when we couldn't decide what to…read moreeat for dinner and figured we would have options at this spot. Once there, I wanted a falafel and there are a few spots that offer falafels at this location. Small Pharoah's looked good so I gave it a try. So glad I did! I initially wanted the falafel wrap but the gentleman working persuaded me to get the falafel gyro instead. Honestly it was so loud with the live band that I couldn't quite hear why he suggested that falafel option but again, I am glad I listened to him! I did have to wait over 15 minutes for my order but I didn't really mind and again, totally worth the wait. The falafel itself was tasty and flavorful and not dry at all and it was loaded with lettuce, pickles, and topped w feta cheese. I was very impressed with the taste and devoured my meal quickly. Also - it was only $9 so just another good reason to eat here.

Wow, the pizzza here is sooooo tasty. The perfect crust ration to meet and sauce with cheese. They…read moredon't short hand you. The sauce on the buffalo wings especially the lemon Pepper was finger tasty. The service was also great and they were able to accommodate a group of runner from hood to coast. Thank you. We will definitely come again.

This was ok pizza for a food truck. I had the Romeo pizza and it was decent. Not the best food…read moretruck pizza I've ever had but definitely not the worst. Service was lackluster. Pizza was ok. Love the vibe of this food truck area with all the seating in the middle section. It's a well planned space.