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    Eem

    4.4 (1.6k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Brocha E.

    A bit of a wait, but the neighborhood is super nice to walk around. Great cocktails and a terrific selection of curries. I tried the lamb massaman at the bar tenders recommendation and it didn't disappoint! Smoky, slightly sweet. It went perfectly with my separation anxiety cocktail! Definitely give this place a try, just don't be in a hurry :)

    Crystal N.

    The massaman curry is my favorite dish in town. The drinks are delightful. The staff is incredible. The ambience is cute. What more could you want?

    Christine P.

    This restaurant has a very interesting concept of doing Thai food and BBQ fusion. A combination that I have personally never tried before. My best friend had heard a lot of good things about this place, so she took me here when I was visiting her. I would highly recommend making a reservation here if possible because we came at an early dinner time, and there was still a wait. There were a lot of people waiting in line also. We tried the following dishes: -hamachi -sweet and sour fried chicken -white curry with brisket burnt ends -green curry with crispy pulled pork I also got the "approved by chef" mocktail. It was so delicious and refreshing. It went perfectly with the meal. To be honest, we definitely over-ordered between just the 2 of us and we would've been fine with just 2 appetizers and sharing 1 entree. Everything was so delicious though! We absolutely loved every bite. The BBQ x Thai combination did go interestingly well together. The flavors were so strong but delicious. Our server was very friendly and attentive to us as well. This is a great place to catch up with friends or to have a date night!

    White Curry with Brisket Burnt-Ends
    Rebecca C.

    I squeezed a walk-in right before I had to leave Portland and I'm so glad I did!!! I came for the White Curry with Brisket Burnt-Ends and it delivered. I cleared the bowl. It was one of the best curries I've had. I have no notes. This restaurant is one I'll remember; I'd come back to Portland for this.

    White Curry with Brisket Burnt-Ends
    Dana B.

    The husband and I finally tried this spot after having it on our PDX list for YEARS. Now I can proudly state that it will officially be on the date day, friends in town, family visiting, etc rotation. We had plans to attend a Cho Wine event that was being hosted at Sun Rice, just a few blocks away. So I looked at my PDX collection of places and realized that Eem was in walking distance, so it was a no brainer, let's go! We walked in on Saturday afternoon and got seated right away. I've heard that this place is always packed in the evening, so I felt blessed to not have to wait. Both the hostess and server were welcoming and kind. The vibe here is a vibe, light bright, airy with huge windows and extra tall ceilings that help flood the space with natural night. Because we had just eaten and it was only the two of us, we opted to only try two dishes, the white curry and bbq fried rice and two cocktails, the arranged marriage and the yes no maybe so. I'm happy to say that everything lived up to our high expectations. The taste of both food and drinks was so perfectly balanced, layered with flavor, full of umami, salty and sweet. (Next time we'll go with a group so we can order all the things).

    Massaman Curry with Smoked Lamb Shoulder
    Vince P.

    Eem is a unique Thai meets Texas BBQ eatery and one of the most highly recommended spots in all of the PDX area. Wait times do fill up quick and they do not take reservations, so make sure you plan accordingly. To get here, street parking will be your best bet. Inside, they have a nice setup with a good amount of seating. Wifey and I pulled up with some friends and were lucky enough to be there right when they opened. For their menu, they have so many unique dishes to choose from. We ended up getting a spread consisting of the Smoked Pork Belly Krapao, Roasted Mushroom Fried Rice, Sweet & Sour Fried Chicken, Massaman Curry with Smoked Lamb Shoulder, and the White Curry with Brisket Burnt Ends. Everything that we had was so flavorful and all of the portion sizes were very generous. All of the staff are friendly and welcoming. You really cannot go wrong with anything you ordere here, but I would say the White Curry with Brisket Burnt Ends is a must. There is a reason why this spot has over 1,000+ positive reviews!

    White Curry with Brisket Burnt-Ends
    Axel B.

    Eem absolutely lived up to the hype. This spot blends Thai flavors with Texas-style BBQ and somehow everything works perfectly together. Our favorites were the mushroom fried rice and the chopped BBQ fried rice. Both dishes had amazing depth of flavor and that perfect fried rice texture, slightly crispy on the edges but still fluffy throughout. The mushroom version is rich and savory, while the BBQ fried rice adds a smoky sweetness that makes it hard to stop eating. Trying one of their curries is a must. The brisket burnt ends white curry was easily my favorite dish of the night. The curry itself is light, creamy, and aromatic without feeling heavy, and the brisket burnt ends are incredibly tender and melt in your mouth. The combination of smoky meat with the fragrant curry is just unreal. The restaurant has a lively, energetic atmosphere that's great for group dinners or taking friends who want something unique but still comforting. Service is always top-notch as well. Even when it's packed (which is most nights), we feel that we are always seen and attended without having to constantly have to wave someone down. Definitely come early to get a seat, especially weekends. Definitely one of the most memorable meals I've had in Portland and a place I'd come back to anytime.

    Green Curry with Crispy Shredded Pork and Vegetables
    Sarah W.

    My second time at Eem and it was worth a visit back! I of course had to start with the brisket fried rice again, and it was phenomenal. I tried the green curry this time and might venture to say I liked it even more than the white, it was incredibly flavorful and I enjoyed the pulled pork. I also tried a tea based mocktail which was 10/10!

    Wayne D.

    Beyond my expectations As an Asian, I never thought I'll like sweet sour chicken but this chicken is so juicy and tender. They use leg meat and the outside layer has a nice crunch. Not too sweet and with tiny of spicyness Fried rice is well prepared. Dry rice is separated and every single grain wrapped with flavor. The barbecue pork in it gives the content. The marinated pepper elevates the whole dish with a tint of sour and Mae you eat more Smoked pork is amazing. With a great crunchy layer and fat is cooked long enough it just melt in your mouth. Would definitely come back for other dishes

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    Leilani Q.

    I really loved my experience here during a late lunch on a Friday. There was no wait, but it was still a little busy. Enjoyed a lot of the surprising flavor combinations of we each dish, except the mushroom fried rice was a bit plain. Service was a bit of a miss, they didn't acknowledge us for awhile until they were ready to take our order and didn't come back until we were ready to pay. Beet salad: lemongrass cream had a nice coconut flavor, the chili rice puff gave a nice spiciness and the beets were very tasty. I'd get this dish again! White curry with brisket: the brisket was nice and caramelized and were salty and sweet. They were super tasty with the rice and slight spicy curry. Loved the cauliflower in here as well. Overall such a tasty dish Mushroom fried rice: I wish they'd use different mushrooms other than the crimini ( I think?). Oyster mushrooms or shitake mushrooms would give more flavor in my opinion. This just tasted like fried rice. I'd probably try a different dish next time.

    Very very (too) spicy papaya salad
    Craig C.

    Yum, Fire, Yum! Went to Eem Thai BBQ. We had been hearing a lot of great things about this place, located on Williams Avenue, and decided to check it out for ourselves. Small little venue that packs a punch. Great, lively atmosphere, with a pretty cool bar and dining area. Even with Reservations, our wait was a little bit long, but the staff was friendly and accommodating. This was on a Friday night, so there was a nice crowded buzz going on, so we didn't mind too much. For me, our table was a little small, but the size didn't take away from the food, drinks, or atmosphere. The drink menu had some pretty crazy, fun drink names. We had the "That's It, That's All," a delicious pineapple prerogative, and the "Kingston Fix," served in a giant glass fish. We started out with the Very Spicy Papaya Salad, and unfortunately, while initially tasting delicious, it was so super spicy for us that we could not eat it. Which was a shame, because the first bite was amazing. We followed that with the Smoked Red Curry Sausage, and the Sweet & Sour Fried Chicken, which I had heard so much about, and both were fantastic! Our server was Angie, who made the whole experience, exceptional. My only critique, besides having to wait a little bit long to be seated, was that the plates they gave to put our food onto were the size of a child's tea party set. We both would have preferred a slightly bigger dish. Other than that small issue, we will be back, since we now know what to order. Both the food was great, and the staff was friendly and accommodating. Great place to check out.

    White Curry with Brisket Burnt-Ends and Mushroom Fried Rice
    Angela L.

    Came for dinner. This is a popular location and there was a 30-45 minute wait time when we arrived. They text you when you're close to seating time on the waitlist which was nice and allowed us to head downtown to explore Powell's book store in the meantime. There is an inviting and cozy atmosphere, the lighting is dim inside and the servers are friendly and happy to explain the menu. Ordered the white curry with burnt ends and the mushroom fried rice. The white curry was creamy and flavorful, and the burnt ends were tender. It was delicious! The mushroom fried rice was yummy as well, rich umami flavor and seasoned well. Excited to come again and try out the rest of the menu. Highly recommend!

    White curry with brisket burnt ends
    Quinn N.

    I had a nice experience here. The sweet and sour fried chicken was delicious; the large portion had plenty of pieces for 2 people. It was a very thin batter, which made it slightly crunchy. The sauce lightly coated the chicken, which thankfully made it more elevated than a typical panda express'. The white curry with brisket burnt ends is a bit conflicting for me. They were good on their own, but not as good together. I loved how thick umami the white curry was.

    Green curry (bottom), pork krapao (middle), & massaman curry (top)

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    Ask the Community - Eem

    Weekdays the best time to go to avoid 2+ hour wait in line?

    Yes and or if you want to walk in sit immediately go for early lunch?

    Can I make reservations and special orders?

    They do not take reservations & no you can not Modify orders

    Do they have Air Conditioning?

    yes

    Are they still requiring proof of vaccination to dine indoors?

    Yep

    Do they have gluten free options?

    Yes they have gluten-free options. Their menu is posted online and has pink stars by the GF options.

    Is there a heated outdoor dinning area?

    They have little outdoor area/pods with fire. They were building more before the pause, unsure if they completed them.

    Do they have high chairs?

    I dont know what you mean by big chair.

    Is lunch and dinner menu separate?

    I believe they are for some things and may overlap for other items.

    Are dogs allowed in the outdoor seating?

    I was there last night and saw one person with their dog outside eating. So I would assume it is ok.

    What are the GF options?

    Surprisingly, most of the menu is GF. All of the curries but one are GF. My wife has a gluten sensitivity, and has been fine eating the one curry that does include some gluten. A few other dishes including the cauliflower are not GF.

    21 and over?

    Nope!

    Are there non spicy options?

    Certainly. This is not a heat spice forward place. Spices definitely, but all combined for amazing flavors!

    Do they have reservations? Waitlist? Call in? Bueller?

    They have a waitlist and a little seating area to wait. But, it definitely spills to outside.

    Do you have TV to watch Blazers games?

    No they do not have TVs.

    Do they have vegetarian options?

    Yes! Vegetarian and vegan (as well as gluten-free optional Some of the curries and the soy curls are definitely vegetarian. They may have other options I'm not recalling, too. The servers were incredible helpful with identifying dishes that met our… Read more

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    This is my second time booking at Terra Mae for a special event. I booked online and got a…read morereservation at the time I wanted. I put in a special note regarding the event for my party. When we arrived, the staff made us feel welcome by bringing my guest a drink on the house for their retirement celebration. I knew the menu but tried some new things! We shared everything. My favorite item I have to order each time is the Tuna Tartar. Its favors are rich but delicate. The presentation is perfect and my guest was impressed. I got the dumplings for her but if I had to skip something I'd do those. They were good but compared to all the other items we had, they were lacking. The only thing not pictured is our wagu braised with sweet potato. That was phenomenal. It pulled apart and melted in your mouth with every bite. We ended with two very different deserts, the strawberry mochi and whipped crem brûlée type desert. Both were tasty. Price range for all plus three alcoholic drinks was $165 not including tip. We were full and happy. Great service as always and it was full, busy house tonight inside the place. I wouldn't change anything other than trying some new things next time to add!

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    We came to Teardrop Cocktail Lounge while visiting Portland and were genuinely impressed…read more The cocktails were excellent -- thoughtful, well-balanced, and clearly made by people who know what they're doing. One of the best parts was how approachable the bartenders were. We asked for custom drinks based on our preferences, and both came out perfectly tailored. Creative without being weird, and strong without being sloppy. What really stood out was the price point. For the quality of cocktails, the prices felt very reasonable compared to similar craft cocktail bars in other cities. The vibe was also great -- relaxed, cozy, and not pretentious. It felt like a place where you could come for a special drink experience without feeling like you had to "perform" or order off a rigid menu. We liked it so much we actually came back a second time during our trip. Highly recommend if you're into well-crafted cocktails, friendly bartenders, and a laid-back but elevated atmosphere.

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