HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND This was hands down some of the best food I've ever had. The server was outstanding and had us cracking up the whole time. ( guy in glasses) we came here for my husbands birthday and it was amazing service and food. From the moment we walked in until the moment we left everything was great!! The drinks were delicious. We ordered almost everything off the menu because we couldn't decide. The chicken was AMAZING. I can't wait to come back! read more

Was intrigued to try Eem because I saw that they have a burnt ends curry. Hubs & I dined in for lunner, and there was a small wait at around 4:15pm already & a line was forming outside before 5pm! We were glad we came when we did...anyway, onto the food+drink! -Life of Luxury Cocktail, this thing was served in a HUGE fish cup, lol! Bigger than my hand/as big as my face. It's on the sweet side, but I needed something sweet as a buffer since some of the dishes we ordered were a bit too salty. -Thai-Style Ceviche, 11/10. No friggin' notes. I highly recommend. Portion is a bit small, because I could have eaten MORE. -Sweet & Sour Fried Chicken was decent. We ordered the Small and it was about 5-6 boneless pieces. Very unique. I recommend to try if you like fried chicken. -Wok-Fried Yu Choy was wayyyy tooooo salty. Hubs & I wanted some greens and it was fried with generous amounts of garlic, but it just got saltier and saltier as we ate it. -White Curry w/ Brisket Burnt Ends, this dish was a little bit of a mixed bag. The white curry (roasted cauliflower + coconut cream) was delicious, but did it pair well with the Brisket Burnt Ends? Not really IMO. I don't think the flavors match. I'm not exactly sure what would pair well with the white curry, maybe some veg or tofu...but BBQ fusion with the curry wasn't the best. 2 unisex restrooms available, the one I used was clean. Service was a little scattered. We got the Yu-Choy first, followed by the ceviche a few minutes later. But the Fried Chicken and White Curry took a while to come (about another 10-15 mins. to come). We were lucky to find some street parking in the neighborhood nearby. read more

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We came for a late weekend lunch and had a maybe 15min wait for a party of 3 w/no reservation. We were seated in their little covered outdoor area and had stellar customer service. I enjoyed the red curry with roasted veggies. My friend got their BBQ fried rice and disliked it bc she said it just tasted like smoke. When we were paying our tab, the waitress noticed that she had barely eaten anything and inquired about it. She then shared they had some issues that day with the smokiness and was going to make sure the manager knew this happened and comped her meal! I was so impressed with her service. They had some fun drinks that looked tasty so I'll have to return to check those out. read more

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After years of knowing about this "Thai infused with Texas BBQ" cuisine, my family and I finally came here on my birthday. We came right before the dinner rush, so seating was available right away for our party of 3. Dishes we ordered was the Very Spicy Papaya Salad, White Curry w/Brisket Burnt ends, Massaman Curry w/ Smoked Lamb Shoulder, and the Roasted Mushroom Fried Rice. The salad was too spicy for me that my mouth was on fire, but those in my party who can tolerate spice enjoyed it. The curries were on the saltier side, but it definitely had the smokiness from the bbq, giving it more depth which I can see why it works so well with all the Thai flavors. If I were to choose one over the other, I would go with the Massaman Curry because the lamb was super tender and the sauce had so much more flavor than the white curry in my opinion. I can't remember the name of my cocktail, but it was a wonderful tropical and refreshing drink. Portions are a bit on the smaller side for the price point, but definitely worth trying. Will be back again! read more

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What do you get when you marry three of the best of the best in BBQ, Thai, and drinks? You get Eem! As soon as I landed, I went straight to Eem on a Friday afternoon. The wait time was very minimal about 5 minutes. The brisket fried rice was fabulous as was the famous white curry with brunt ends. Very friendly staff and outstanding Thai food. Huge thumbs up-if I could give it 6 stars, I would. read more

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My family and I stopped by Eem for lunch and for a group of five, they actually had a bit of difficulty accommodating us during the lunch rush on a walk-in. We ended up seating outside on the patio at a table for four with an extra chair. The inside of the restaurant can get pretty loud, so if you're looking for a more quiet dining experience, I would certainly recommend requesting a table outdoors. Between the five of us, we ordered a large order of their BBQ fried rice, a large order of their sweet and sour fried chicken, white curry with brisket burnt ends, and wok fried yu choy. This ended up being plenty of food and we even had leftovers to take home as well. If you need any recommendations from the menu, your server will be more than happy to provide options. Of the dishes we ordered, the one I enjoyed the most was the sweet and sour fried chicken. The boneless chicken thighs were incredibly juicy and the exterior was craggly, crispy, crunchy and well-seasoned. Like good fried chicken, the dish did not taste oily at all. The other dish I really enjoyed was the brisket fried rice. You really can taste the "wok hei" in this dish. There's a smokey, charred flavor in every bite and they're really generous with how much brisket is used in the dish as well. The only critique I had food-wise is I thought the burnt ends in the white curry were a bit dry and a little tough. The cut of brisket was too lean so it didn't have the melt in your mouth texture you typically associate with slow cooked BBQ. That said, my experience as a whole at Eem was otherwise incredible. Service was fantastic, cocktails were creative and well-balanced, and pricing was well in line with expectations. Definitely would stop by again for a meal. read more

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Eem was such a fun Portland food experience! We tried the white curry with burnt ends, and WOW, it was weird in a good way. A Thai-meets-American bbq. The the combination of smoky, tender barbecue with the creamy Thai curry was so good. The burnt ends brought that deep, savory, slightly charred flavor, while the curry gave it a completely different dimension. The flavors worked well. I just wished the burnt ends were more fatty. We also tried a pork belly dish, which was another highlight. The pork was rich and flavorful, and I loved the crispy fried egg, green beans, cucumber, and fish sauce with it. If you're visiting Portland and want something playful and different, Eem is absolutely worth checking out! read more

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Fabulous restaurant. Stopped in with my boyfriend and were quoted a 60ish minute wait, but they took my phone number so we were able to grab a quick drink at a nearby bar while waiting. The wait ended up being only about 40 minutes. We were sat at the bar and the service was great. All of the food we got was 10/10. Be warned, when they say the papaya salad is spicy, they are not exaggerating. I like spice, but I could only handle a bite. The boyfriend devoured it though - the flavor was great. Both of the curries were absolutely amazing. read more

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Our family had a Pacific-Northwest trip and this was our favorite Thai meal. We had a 11:15 am reservation for Saturday and we shared the following: 1) Sweet and sour fried chicken, small 2) Roasted mushroom fried rice, regular 3) White curry with brisket burnt ends 4) Red curry with roasted vegetables 5) Massamam curry with smoked lamb shoulder The Thai iced tea is refreshing but the mango nectar can be skipped. It is not an in-house, concocted drink. Our favorite entree was the roasted mushroom fried rice. It has that complex charred aroma which is achieved by stir-frying over extreme heat with the wok. Our next favorite item is the sweet and sour fried chicken. A small order was plenty for us to share. It is sticky, sweet, and tangy with just the right touch of spice. read more

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Easily one of the absolute best culinary experiences in Portland, offering a fun and unique take on Thai BBQ. Between the vibrant energy, outstanding service, and incredible depth of flavor across every single plate, it completely lives up to its reputation. Arranged Marriage Cocktail (5/5): A super fun, balanced drink with a great zing and zest from the ginger and lemon that lightens up the richness of the amaro without feeling overwhelming. Sweet & Sour Fried Chicken (5/5): Ordered the small portion (6 pieces of boneless fried chicken), which served as a perfect crisp starter. The chicken is juicy, crispy, and packed with flavor. It was great either as an extra side of protein or a standalone dish. White Curry with Brisket Burnt-Ends (5/5): While $24 might initially seem a bit steep for curry, it's worth every penny and all the hype. The curry base features a rich coconut flavor paired with a surprisingly comfortable heat. It was loaded with tender and flavorful brisket burnt-ends along with huge cauliflower florets. Smoked Pork Krapao (5/5): super well-balanced. The smoked savoriness of the tender pork pairs with a crispy fried egg, fresh veggies, and the deep umami saltiness of the fish sauce. Logistics Tip: Expect a lively, energetic atmosphere with upbeat music that gives the restaurant a fun club-like vibe. A Friday evening visit for a party of two surprisingly had a quick 30-minute wait, which is easily spent exploring the safe, walkable neighborhood until we got a text notification. Both main entrees include a generous side of rice, making the meal very filling. Parking in the immediate area is somewhat limited, so plan to park a block or two down the road. read more

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I came for a weekday lunch and for myself, I was able to grab a seat at the counter and there were quite a few seats available. I got the white curry with burnt ends, and it was delicious. The curry is not thin but not as thick as I expected. This is a very salty dish though and I found myself eating most of the rice which I don't normally do. I found myself wishing there were more cauliflower to offset the salt. Will come back to try the other curry / bbq dishes. My friend did say that the fried rice was too rich for him which I can imagine. read more

Heard a lot about this place but was a little unsure about a TX BBQ-Thai food mashup. I was pleasantly surprised by how good it was. It really worked and highly recommend. So we went in the middle of the afternoon but the line was still pretty long. They were nice enough to let us sit at tables they weren't waiting on while we waited. The restaurant has a jungle vibe, a real Southeast Asian feel. It's fun and lively. The waitstaff are pleasant, albeit not super friendly but maybe that's the vibe they're going for. We got the fried chicken, the wok fried yu choy, smoked pork krapao, white curry with brisket, and red curry with veggies. We also got a bunch of drinks. It's fun to have a place that puts just as much effort into their non alcoholic drinks as their alcoholic drinks. Strongly recommend you try something while you're here. Everything was great but if I had to pick my two favorites, it was the fried chicken and the white curry. I was worried the fried chicken would be too sweet but it's very well balanced. Not overly sweet or sour, very crispy and the meat was tender and juicy. For some reason I thought they would bones in them but they didn't. It was clearly the table favorite as it was gone pretty quick. The white curry was a great example of how this mashup of two cuisines work well together. The white curry is a mellow flavor and almost acts like a thin gravy to the well smoked brisket. I have high standards for brisket and whether this would hold up on its own is a question but it certainly worked well in this context. That's not to say the rest wasn't good. I think I liked the pork more than others but the stronger Thai flavors was not as big of a hit as the rest. That said, the fried egg was perfect and paired with the juicy pork belly that was so tender and rich. The red curry was delicious although the choice of veggies was not my favorite. The yu choy was good, if not a little ordinary. Some may not like the bitterness of the yu choy but I thought it added a little complexity to the flavors. All in all, we loved it here and will definitely come back if in Portland again. read more

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The cocktails were were super refreshing and the food was delicious. Massaman curry was delicious! The white curry was fantastic, but massaman was definitely richer and hit the spot. The brisket friend rice was good, but the smokiness was too much for me. Would 100% come back! read more

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After days of working my way through Portland's wildly overhyped Thai food, I had begun to wonder if the problem was me. Maybe Thai food was simply better in Los Angeles. Then I walked into Eem, sat down, took a few bites, and realized the problem was, in fact, everyone else. Eem is a Thai and Texas-style barbecue mash-up that sounds slightly unhinged on paper and makes absolute, beautiful sense once it hits your mouth. This is the kind of fusion that doesn't feel like a gimmick. It feels inevitable. I started with the Sweet & Sour Fried Chicken, one of their most popular dishes, and for good reason. Savory, beautifully fried, shatteringly crisp on the outside, juicy and tender within. Exactly what fried chicken should aspire to be. Then came the Wok-Fried Yu Choy. And dare I say it? The best vegetable dish I've ever had? Yes. I think I dare. Spectacular. Deep, smoky, savory, with enough personality to make you briefly question why you ever needed meat in the first place. But the Smoked Pork Krapow is where they really got me. Krapow is traditionally a dish built around seasoned ground beef, but Eem takes the idea somewhere else entirely, folding in pork belly burnt ends. It sounds like excess. It tastes like genius. Smoky, fatty, spicy, deeply aromatic. Completely blew me away. And then there's the room itself. Warm, colorful, playful, beautifully decorated without trying too hard. The service was just as good. Welcoming, attentive, confident, and Portland hospitable. They know exactly what they're doing. Eem didn't just redeem Portland Thai food for me. It reminded me why you venture out to eat in the first place: to discover something you didn't know you needed. So do yourself a favor. Go to Eem first. Before you start categorizing Portland restaurants as Thai or barbecue, before you begin comparing them to other Thai restaurants, before you get trapped in your own expectations. Just go. Because if "Keep Portland Weird" means anything anymore, surely it means putting Thai food and Texas barbecue together, making it work brilliantly, and serving it with a smirk. Thank you, Eem. You just gave me another very good reason to come back to this weird, wonderful town. read more

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You are going to want to make a reservation for this place! We went on a Sunday and decided to join the waitlist when we got there. We waited 45 minutes for a seat at the bar and seated around 6:40 PM. Before we were seated, I overheard someone wanting to wait for a seat at the bar and the waiting time was 1 hour and 45 minutes. I highly recommend setting up a reservation. I heard a lot of chatter and seen plenty of reviews speaking highly of the white curry with burnt brisket ends. I had no clue what to expect, but that meal was such a highlight of meals I had while in Portland. I do not eat seafood (have not for a few years) and the broth is made with shellfish, but for this dish I was willing. The dish itself is a five star dish! The dish is well-balanced, flavorful & light. The brisket is absolutely amazing, and this is coming from someone who used to work at a barbecue joint back in the day for a few years. I would recommend this dish to anyone, unless you have a seafood allergy lol. That part is slightly misleading, I did not see anyone mention anything about shellfish and would not have guessed it, assuming the dish was simply just curry and beef. For anyone eyeing this dish, be aware that those with a shellfish allergy cannot indulge. The Bok Choy, not specifically called this on the menu, is DELICIOUS! One of the best I have ever had! It is so good, I wanted to order two just for one person! Highly recommend!! The Thai tea fell flat. I am a HUGE fan of Thai tea, so much so I purchase a specific tea from a nearby tea shop just to make it at home. I make it an absolute mission to order Thai tea if it's offered anywhere I try. At this restaurant, I would not order it again. The red curry with lamb shoulder was good, my partner ordered that dish. Specifically, he was NOT a fan, me on the other hand, I would love to go back to this establishment and get both of the curry dishes for myself. He says, it lacks flavor, so much so he could not finish it. This is really weird coming from him because he thinks everything is "flavorful" when most times, I think it is lacking. Basically, he is someone that thinks everything is good when it comes to food. On the other hand, me? Well, I am always gonna have some complaints. I think the red curry with lamb shoulder was very lamb forward. The strong flavor of the lamb, cuts the flavor of "curry" significantly. Where in comparison with the white curry and burnt brisket ends, all the flavors of brisket, shellfish, and curry were able to shine through, truly it is a really fantastic dish. read more

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I went specifically for that white curry and burnt ends. I ordered the cauliflower appetizer because why not. The white curry was so bland and runny that I had to double check that my water wasn't leaking into the bowl. The burnt ends were very fatty. They put rubber duckies in the Thai iced tea and I thought that was cute. read more

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This place deserves more than 5 stars!! The food is incredible, as well as the drinks. Would highly recommend sharing a bunch of plates so you can try as many dishes as possible!! It's suitable for large or small groups with indoor and outdoor seating. Our server was very nice and attentive. Would love to go back when we visit again!! read more

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We were in the area and found this pet friendly Thai fusion place. They have a full bar and inside seating, outside patio, and covered patio to choose from. We sat in the covered patio with our pup which was comfy and semi private, perfect for our pup. Menu is simple and focus on what they are focused on Thai & Texas bbq style. We ordered sweet n sour fried chicken for appetizer, yummy. Smoked pork belly krapro and massaman lamb shoulder. They came with rice and were tasty. Krapro was a bit on small portion but ok for us. They have some signature cocktails which sound good, but no cocktails has Thai liquor involved. So I just ordered Thai ice tea. Service was good, friendly and attentive. read more

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Such a different type of Thai fusion and I really enjoyed it. We ordered the beet salad which was so flavorful, it was like their take on larb salad. The burn ends white curry with as my favorite. The pork belly krapow I couldn't done without. It was good but it was kind of basic. I wish we got the fried chicken. Everyone around us was ordering it but it was a bit portion. read more

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Ambiance: Very well lit and warm. It's inviting and pretty loud, but it looks like it's a very popular place. We were visiting and was told that the drinks here are very good. They have big windows that open up and a bar area with hooks to put your things. Service: We sat at the bar area since we didn't have a reservation right in front of the employee sink. I will say that as an observational person, I noticed a lot of female employees washing their hands, but very few male employees washing their hands. I was glad to have a female server. She followed up often with drinks, which was fantastic. Food: We got the Kingston Fix slushy tiki drinks and those were good. Nice and refreshing for the hot day. Sweet and sour fried chicken - the small was plenty for us, since we had been snacking all day. They were lightly breaded, very crispy, and not heavily drenched in sauce, but still very flavorful. White curry with brisket burnt ends - light curry taste and the pieces of brisket made this dish so robust. The brisket was a bit crunchy at the tips, but it fell apart in your mouth and wasn't chewy or tough. Overall wonderful experience. My dudes - please wash your hands. (We were there ~45 minutes and one dude with glasses washed his hands twice. I didn't see any other dude wash, but maybe there's another sink elsewhere.) read more

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Really good food! Packed house both times we went. There was also a line out of door so be prepared for a short wait during peak meal times. It's a small bit mighty menu. So if you have hard time choosing what to eat, not to much of a conundrum here. We were disappointed they were out of the white curry and the crispy pork at 11:45am but at least we have something to look forward to the next time we are in town. BTW, the hostess was sweet and thoughtful. Props to the sweet gal. read more

Yum!! EEM came highly recommended from our friend (who took us here for a late lunch). It is considered Thai and Texas BBQ mashup - sounds like a weird combo but it is a match made in heaven! We ordered everything at once and had it family style. Starting with the salad - amazing flavor pairings. Normally I just get a salad to balance out my meal but this one was actually delicious! The pork was super tasty and tender but the white curry was really the star of the show!!! I still dream about it! It was really cool inside - super packed for the time of day it was. Service was good food was phenomenal! I will definitely be back next time I am in Portland!!! read more

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You can literally not go wrong with anything at Eem. Came here for lunch on Monday with a group of friends before our drive back home to Seattle. A friend was hyping this place up and it did not disappoint. Everything was fantastic and tasted great! Good portions as well. We almost tried everything on the menu lol and each item was a hit. Definitely will be back. We didn't have to wait long because we made a reservation for their opening time but i hear wait times can be up to an hour during dinner rush. Service was great and the inside was clean and nicely decorated. Street parking only. I believe they also have an overflow space but not 100% sure. Easy 10/10 read more

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I was really excited to try this place. Definitely try the white curry and fried rice. The food is a bit salty for my own taste but still flavorful. The broth in the white curry was delicious. Food came out pretty quick but don't come during peak times, it's pretty busy! Parking is hard and there's only street parking. read more

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Got our orders to go so I'm not sure on the service or the ambiance. Everything I've seen in pictures leads me to believe that it's great. Food: White Curry with Brisket burnt ends is an absolute must when ordering from here. Can't recommend it enough. So flavorful and delicious through and through Bbq Fried Rice- delicious as well. I would reorder the meal again and again. read more

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One of the more unique restaurants I've ever been to! Thai/BBQ fusion. The beet salad was incredible. Lemongrass cream, orange, cilantro, mint -- one of the best beet dishes I've had. The massaman curry with smoked lamb shoulder was delicious. Friendly staff, great atmosphere. Highly recommend. read more

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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? read more

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This place definitely lived up to the hype. I am not a spicy girly but their food was in the good spicy level where u can still taste the amazing flavors. They have a small menu and such a good amazing drink selection. Everything was really good. Highly recommend the fried rice and lamb curry! The service was really nice and very accommodating. The place is small and only takes reservations for large groups so come prepared for a wait! overall would go again if i'm in the area read more

Ordered the white curry with burnt ends. Small meat portion but a heck load of rice. $24 for rice. Wouldn't recommend. Much better places than this. I'm praying on their downfall for robbing me. I'm still hungry. read more

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We drove past Portland and decided to have lunch near Highway 5. This place has a very high Yelp rating, so we decided to give it a try. We visited on a Thursday lunchtime and were surprised to see this place was packed, even with a wait list. It is clearly a local favorite. We did not have to wait more than 10 minutes to get a table. They have lots of tables, inside and outside. The decor was simple and lovely. Everyone seemed to be having a good time. We were told by the waitress that they are famous for white curry. But I love Massaman curry, so I chose that one. We also got the Smoked Pork Krapao. The Krapao came with Texas-style smoked burnt ends. The meat was smoky and flavorful, delicious! The only complaint I had was that the portion was small -- definitely not enough for a twenty-year-old guy. Good thing we had the Massaman curry with lamb. I loved it, and the portion was large. The lamb is cooked to perfection, topped with peanuts. We were very happy with both dishes. This place is a fusion of Texas BBQ and Thai food -- a very interesting combination and definitely worth a try. The service was average, not too impressive. read more

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I can't believe I haven't reviewed Eem yet. This would be our third time coming here. Traveling from Seattle, Eem has been one of our go to's and hasn't failed us yet. We got seated quickly when everyone was there and then informed in advanced that we had the table for 90 minutes. I love the good expectation setting from the beginning. Great service throughout. We got fried rice, the chicken- large and curry this time along with a couple drinks and dessert. Everything was flavorful and delicious but the stand outs for us were the chicken and curry. Top 2 hands down. Forgot to take pictures this time since I was so hungry and dove in. read more

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! read more

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This was so good!!! I went with my friends and I will say that the wait will be long but the curry was delicious. The food came out fast and the server was definitely straight to the point when we sat down. The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars was because it was a tad pricey for the portion size. Other than that it was great! read more

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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! read more

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A fun fusion of Texas barbecue and Thai food. I really like the wings and the white cauliflower curry but the burnt ends fried rice was too burnt tasting. read more

Our lunch plan for the day was Vietnamese for pho, but happen to walk past EEM after visiting a shop next door and saw after checking Yelp, I already had this business on my bookmarks and didn't even know it. Wow. guess last minute change in plans worked but sad face didn't have my Pho @ PDX. ( next time!) EEM is such a great place, I love the cool, fun, cozy, welcoming vibe here! The plants and bar is hipster. We were here for a quick lunch and waited about 15 mins for table for 2. They were busy on Monday with the lunch rush. EEM is such a popular fusion Thai meets Texas BBQ kinda restaurant, very unique combination with very simple menu and fancy creative cocktails! The drinks are super cute, I think it is a surprise on what design/decor your drink will come in. Even though the menu was simple, I still had a hard time deciding, I wanted to get the white curry with burnt ends but since it is brisket (beef) and I am not a fan of beef, also wanted to try the fried rice but this will have to try on our next visit, For this visit I decided on sweet and sour chicken ( boneless thighs, red curry powder, cilantro), smoked pork belly krapao ( pork belly burnt ends, thai chili, thai basil, beans, fried egg) and the wok-fried Yu Choy, choy sum greens with garlic and soy. The verdict : super flavorful, loved and enjoyed everything, I loved how the entree just goes so great together. The sweet and sour chicken so easy to eat, so yummy and no bones! The Yu Choy, so tasty, reminds me of how my momma use to make it, but the only complaint -it had too much stems, not my favorite part. All in all, we were content & still had leftovers which we packed to enjoy at the hotel the next day. I am so glad I got to try EEM spontaneously! I am surprise that EEM did not make it on Yelp's top 100 list, hopefully next year. We will be back!! read more

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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 read more

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We had an excellent experience at Eem. Being fairly new to Portland I'm overwhelmed with the options for food. But, their chicken was excellent. My Husband a I will be back to try more dishes. read more

This place came highly recommended by the locals. It offers a unique blend of Thai flavors and American barbecue. Our favorites were the white curry with brisket burnt ends and the massaman curry with lamb shoulder. The sweet-and-sour crispy chicken was also exceptional. The portions were generous, and the service was excellent. I'm taking off one star because we felt the wok-fried rice could have had a little more depth of flavor. Be sure to arrive early and put your name on the waitlist. We ended up waiting about two hours. read more

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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). read more

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