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Eem absolutely lived up to the hype! So many people recommended it, and while we hadn't originally planned to go, I'm so glad we made it happen. We weren't sure we'd get a table, but arriving around 5 p.m. worked out perfectly--we snagged a patio table for three and enjoyed the beautiful weather. We ordered a salad, the white curry with burnt ends, mushroom fried rice, and sweet-and-sour chicken, and everything was amazing! The cocktails and mocktails were delicious, too, and came in such fun, playful glasses that made the experience even more memorable. This was such a fun dinner and a spot I'd highly recommend. The surrounding neighborhood is also really cute, with places to grab ice cream or another treat afterward. Definitely worth making room for on your Portland itinerary!
Ordered take out & it did not disappoint! Their food is soo yummy & full of flavors! I ordered the Brisket Fried Rice, it had a crunchy texture that was perfect. I ordered the white curry with burnt end brisket, it was probably my favorite dish bc of how flavorful it is & I ordered the sweet & sour fried chicken. None of the plates disappointed. The restaurant is so cute & has a super laid-back vibe. Picking up take out is super convenient you don't need to go inside of the restaurant. I will be returning.
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.
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!
Another 10/10 eem experience. Hadn't been in a couple months and we were craving the white curry with burnt ends, of course. Saturday night, had a 1 hour wait and it was worth the wait like always. We tried the pork belly krapao for the first time and it was delicious. Tender pork belly and super flavorful. The waiter directed us to use the nuoc Cham as a dipping sauce rather than pouring it over the whole dish which was great advice as it was quite spicy with Thai chile
The Portland food scene is exceptional and Eem is no exception. The device was fast. Even with a large crowd. The food can out quickly and was very good. It is a must when traveling to Portland. It's a small space but doesn't seem too packed. This is where you go to eat and socialize.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Reviews are largely positive. Many highlight the unique Thai-Texas barbecue fusion, especially the white curry with brisket, along with creative cocktails and a lively atmosphere.
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I'm so glad I gave Eem another try and this time it was sooo yummy! The papaya salad was the perfect spice level 7.5/10, the bbq fried rice 7/10, the red curry was my favorite. Also spicy but 8.5/10 it was so creamy. The dessert was like a soft jello texture with mango shave ice, it was so good too 8/10. The like started to for around 6:30pm already on a Friday but we were lucky for high bar seating. I would definitely get here early as it gets busy for dinner. The service was great, I will be coming back again! read more
1 year ago
Went here with our group of 4 on a Saturday for dinner. We only waited about 20 minutes before a table was available. The food was very flavorful! We ordered the mushroom fried rice (we do wish it had more mushrooms), sweet & sour fried chicken (definitely a highlight, perfectly crispy), papaya salad (espicyyy), burnt ends white curry (very tasty). I've never had white curry but loved it! Overall great food and everyone enjoyed their meal. read more
I came here with my sister for my birthday. It was a Monday afternoon and it was a little busy when we were there. We sat at the bar as I was getting a little hangry and didn't wanna wait for a table We both ordered a cocktail. I opted for the green curry and she got the red curry. The green curry was flavorful and I really enjoyed the pork. Her red curry was delicious and it was vegan. Please note that they don't do spice levels. I always order my green curry made Thai spicy. I let my server know and he brought over additional sauces so I can adjust it to my liking. I truly appreciate this. This place is very good when trying to eat out with food and tolerances. I'm both dairy and gluten-free and it was easy to order off the menu after speaking to the server. read more
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. read more
I visited this buzzy spot since I saw it wasn't too far from my hotel and I had recently eaten at a thai/bbq spot near Houston and so I wanted to compare the two restaurants. There was easy to find street parking only 1/2 block away. I sat at the bar area since seating is super premium here. Behind the bar is a stash of some nice tiki glasses, likely replicas, to serve drinks. I looked over the brief menu and decided to go with the white curry with brisket burnt ends and a cocktail called Yes, No, Maybe So. Drink - a very nice Gin-based drink with many layers. Definitely a tropical / tiki drink with the coconut lime basil and pineapple flavors going on. Main dish - comes in a medium size bowl with a side of steamed rice. Can't say I've ever heard of white curry but it's good here and a bit spicy. Cauliflower shows up in this dish, as well as in their green curry dish and as an appetizer when ordered alone. The bbq is very tasty and melt in your mouth in this dish. Wow! The dinner was so good, so I decided to go for a sherbert for only $4. The ice cream sandwich was sold out and the only other choice was the coconut Panna cotta. Another delicious choice. read more
This place was recommended by probably every Portlandian I knew and for good reasons. Come with a group to share the dishes -- it's worth the diverse bites. Can't go wrong with anything bbq here -- the chicken was a standout. Great service and atmosphere. How was this place packed on a Friday afternoon?? read more
Sunday date night at Eem was so vibey ~ We were sat and helped right away when we stopped by on Sunday night. The host was friendly and our waiter was so nice and witty. We actually don't have great spice tolerance (unfortunate, since a lot of Eem's menu items are spice-loaded). Our waiter recommended items that worked for us. We appreciated that he was honest about how spicy certain dishes are without trying to sell us different items. We got a drink each and they were great. Both were pretty fruity and tropical with southeast asian notes. We got the sweet and sour fried chicken, wok fried greens and white rice to share. The portions were just right for a light meal. Items are flavorful and well cooked. It's dark inside with moody lights and an exposed ceiling. Tables were pretty close together and we were able to hear all the conversations around us. I wished we were able to try the other menu items, they all sound so good. I am really glad that Eem offer items as spicy as they are since Thai cuisine is pretty spicy in their nature. 5/5! read more
We finally got the chance to experience Eem, and we were not disappointed. In fact, we had the most amazing experience. Got there just before 5pm and sat at the bar right away. Ordered beet salad, bbq fried rice, fried cauliflower, and the white curry. Cocktails followed and we were set. The food was amazing, packing some great flavors and creative recipes. The smokiness of the rice was just fantastic and the cauliflower stood out because of the sauce and crispy texture. We also had the choy (veggies) and found them to be just perfect. Cocktails were creative and tasty and the staff was so helpful and attentive. Overall ambience was pleasant and we can't wait to go back! read more
5 months ago
We went on a Monday at 1pm before catching a flight back to Los Angeles. Their was virtually no wait, the staff was very friendly and attentive. For the appetizer ordered the hot fired cauliflower, which had some nice heat and great texture. I'm a huge sauce person and we asked if their as sweet and sour sauce available to dip and they brought out a bowl of their house made. As the vegetarian, I ordered masamum curry with tofu I was very smooth and flavorful. I really enjoyed the cabbage and veggies in it. The person who I was will ordered the BBQ fried rice and they said the rice and beef had great flavor! When I lived here in Portland I never had the chance to come but happy I stopped by before heading back home. read more
1 year ago
Eem is a Thai restaurant fused with Texas Barbeque located in the northern side of Portland. On our drive from Seattle to Portland, my friend found this restaurant and none of us knew it was fused with Texas style barbeque until the waiter told us! The interior is decorated quite lively. There are plants all over. The plates and glasses are colorful. Our party of five were seated shortly after arriving for a late lunch. The menu for food is pretty small. However, their drink menu is quite extravagant! We ordered the Sweet and Sour Fried Chicken to share as an appetizer for the group. These were made with boneless thighs. I ordered the Smoked Pork Belly Krapao for myself while the rest of the group got curry dishes. The Sweet and Sour Fried Chicken was freshly made. It was SUPER HOT, but juicy. The Smoked Pork Belly Krapao was good. It was unlike any Thai dish I would normally get. It had a unique flavor because the pork belly was smoked. You could definitely smell and taste the smokiness. With their limited food menu, I noticed that the entrees were also on the smaller side. None of us had any problems with finishing our dishes. We didn't have any leftovers, but we were quite hungry to be fair. All in all, it was something new to try and the customer service was good! read more
Eem definitely lives up to the hype. I came on Monday night at 6 and the restaurant was buzzing with people. We opted to sit at the bar instead of waiting around an hour for a table. The main exterior wall and all windows were open creating a fun indoor/outdoor dining experience. For drinks, I tried the pineapple prerogative and the alternative health from the "clear-headed" (NA menu) and both came in lively, unique cups. The alternative health drink mainly tasted like coke, however, the pineapple drink stood out with the balance of tartness, fruity flavor, and cinnamon which was great. The infamous white curry with brisket burnt was ends was truly amazing. The curry was creamy, rich, smokey, and slightly sweet. I enjoyed the texture of the roasted cauliflower and the bbq flavor the brisket added to the curry experience. The green curry was surprisingly kinda similar to the white curry. It was also creamy with more of an initial fresh, aromatic taste you'd expect with thai green curry. read more
I was recommended this spot from a few folks boasting it offers the best curry, quite possibly the best dish in Portland, and while I'd only had a handful of meals in the few days I visited, the white curry with brisket burnt ends was hands-down the best meal. I came on Sunday night around 6 and while it was busy and bustling, I was able to grab a seat at the bar. The server was very friendly and attentive and since I knew what I was ordering, the food came out promptly. The coconut curry had just enough sweetness balanced with the floral herbs and spices and the meat was flavorful and tender enough to eat with a spoon. I could have a bowl of just the curry with rice it was that good. Next time I'm in the area, I hope to give the other curries a try. read more
6 months ago
This place is a cult favorite in Portland, and I finally got to try it! The restaurant itself is really cozy and inviting. It's small though so there's almost always a wait. It's a super cute date night spot & there's tons to do around the area while you wait! The white curry was my favorite dish out of all three, which is super surprising because I'm not typically big on soup. The fried rice was perfect also. The papaya salad i will say is on the spicier side (I can handle my spice pretty well). Eating it with bites of white rice was helpful! It's so so good, but I couldn't enjoy it after the spice built up. I also got their Thai Tea that comes with oat milk (and no other milk options). I'm a huge fan of oat milk so it was good for me, but I know others couldn't have it because there weren't alternatives! read more
5 months ago
It definitely is Thai fusion - but I think I'll stick to other Thai restaurants. Our group was large and we ordered almost everything on the menu. We're foodies and very familiar with SE Asian cuisine. The food was mediocre, some were bad, prices high. The fried chicken was OK. Both fried rices lacked flavor. The rice grains were hard and tasted like they had been undercooked, or not enough water, or frozen for too long... Easy dish that should've won over the kids easily. But all 9 kids didn't like it. The jungle curry - bleh. What curry? The white curry was my favorite. Green was OK. The amount of rice that it was served with though? We didn't touch it. 1 small bowl of rice would've been enough for me family of 4. Drinks - nothing special, just beautiful presentation. Papaya salad - a little on the sour side but I liked it. Beet salad - just weird. Pork belly with rice - OK, way overpriced. We were so excited to try this place and left disappointed. It won't get anymore business from us. There are so many great Thai restaurants in Portland... read more
Really innovative food with moderate levels of heat that even a low spice tolerant person like me can enjoy!!! I've been here multiple times and each time has been a hit! Service is also always on top of things! I will say it does get really really busy since it's so popular and so it is often loud but it's never gotten to a point where it's unbearable! I HIGHLY recommend the Sweet and Sour Chicken, the Chopped BBQ Fried Rice and the Smoked Pork Krapao!! read more
1 month ago
9 months ago
Great service, nice ambiance, wonderful food, and drink selections. Eem has things figured out, which is why they have great reviews. Their attentive staff gave solid recommendations. Everything we had was delicious. A must try if you are in the area. read more
Sat at the bar on a busy Friday night. Fried Chicken: Good texture and the batter had some lovely curry flavor. But the sweet and sour sauce lacked any intensity. If anything it just added a gooey texture. Chopped BBQ Fried Rice: There was no fragrance to the dish. I see it comes with shallots but my friend and I didn't taste it. It tasted like dry oily rice. Even the meat didn't seem flavorful. Yu Choy: This SLAPS. The one redeeming dish from dinner. The little charred bits complimented the garlic very well in this stir fry. You could tell this cooked in a high heat wok. If I came back, I would 100% order this dish. White Curry Burnt Ends: Again... where was the fragrance? The burnt ends tasted like good barbecue but I felt it didn't add to the curry. The curry itself tasted similar to any other curry but lacking some flavor (lemongrass? more seafood? something). If anything they tasted like two separate dishes no matter how I tried to mix the two with rice. Approved by Chef Mocktail: Not very sweet, sour, nor bitter. No sharp ginger taste. very meh. No Yuzu flavor. My friend got the That's It. That's All. He also said it was very meh. The restaurant was very busy on a Friday night and our bartender server was nice enough. I know Portland has good food. I've had excellent meals in the city but this wasn't it for me. read more
3 months ago
This was my fourth visit to EEM and it just keeps on impressing me! Their unique blend of Thai flavors and Texas BBQ is seriously next level. The vibe is as great as their food and their cocktails. If you haven't been yet, get ready for a memorable mouthful! read more
We ordered takeout and there is a separate area on the curb to pick this up. We ordered: White Curry with Brisket - 10/10 very delicious but a little bit on the salty side. Eating it with plain white rice helps balance it out. The brisket is super soft and flavorful and the smokiness of the meat is amazing and so good. I would highly recommend as it was my favorite. I loved the cauliflower in the sauce as well. It gave it a good crunch Masaman Curry with Smoked Lamb - 10/10 also high recommend. The sauce is super flavorful and delicious. The lamb was super soft and did not have any gaminess to the meat at all. Brisket Fried Rice - 9/10 this was also a good dish. Rice was very flavorful and has a hint of spiciness from the peppers. I gave it a 9/10 because it felt a soggy but it may be because it had been sitting in our Togo box for longer than it should. Would also highly recommend giving this a try Fried chicken - 10/10 tangy and a little spicy, with just the right amount of all the right flavors. Best part it was boneless and they used dark meat so each bite was very juicy Overall the food was delicious and would come back again. read more
Finally checked out the hype. It's a cool fusion of American bbq and Asian flavors. The reason I did 4 stars is because tbh I felt like later in the meal, my food started getting saltier. Thank goodness they do give you rice. Menu is simplified and I chose their popular items: chopped bbq fried rice, wok fried yu choy, and white curry with brisket burnt ends. The white curry with brisket burnt ends was the highlight of my meal. It paired well with my bbq fried rice. Gotta have some greens to balance or else it'll just be all bbq meat. From ambiance, staff and food, all were great. read more
Yeah. The hype is real. It's fire. They know it, and you'll soon find out. I went here 3 times in one week. I had to try everything because there were so many highly recommended dishes. They've got a great wrap-around bar, good amount of seating, an industrial vibe, outside seating - and the STAFF IS AMAZING. Shout out to Kyle, Christian, Key, and Carlos for making me feel like family, and to the rest of the crew who showed me love. Food is superb. Let's get into it: Sweet and sour chicken - lightly coated in sauce, perfectly fried. BBQ fried rice - VERY savory, and the chopped brisket was a great touch. WHITE CURRY IS ONE OF THE BEST DISHES I'VE HAD IN PORTLAND - spicy/semi-sweet white coconut curry with burnt ends on top... the perfect combo. On my next visit, I had the smoked pork krapao (employee favorite - I see why): egg, string beans, cucumber... savory with a slightly refreshing bite. The massaman curry is bomb af - more traditional in flavor, and with the braised lamb... it's perfect comfort food. Smoked baby back ribs (WEDNESDAYS only) - tangy, with a distinct "Thai-esk" flavor. Worth it for the flavor and presentation alone. Sorbet. Amazing. No complaints. Serendipitously, one of my favorite food bloggers, Keith Lee, was eating there during my first visit - a sign I was in the right place. If you're still on the fence, reread this review and do yourself a favor: get the white curry. Thank me later. read more
Great little restaurant with a very nice vibe and music. Service was welcoming, nice, and fast. Got the very spicy papaya salad and was not very impressed. Not very spicy and the papaya was wilted and not as fresh as what would be expected in a Thai place. Most likely made in bulk and sits in a refrigerator until ordered. The smoked pork krapao was fantastic! Very tasty and would definitely order this again. Overall good place to try for Thai fusion bbq! read more
9 months ago
The burnt ends were so good I'm still thinking about them weeks after having them. This place is delicious! Small menu but solid flavors. The papaya salad is actually legit spicy from an Asian pov. Service was good, ambience was a comfortable level of bustling. The red curry was delicious, mocktails were tasty. I need to come back and try their white curry another time. read more
It was so worth getting here at 5:45 and waiting 45 minutes. If you got here at 6:45, then the waitlist would be filled for the night, and to-go would be your only option for food. This review was written July 8, a week after Portland opened up after Covid. Once you are texted to sit at your table, there is a QR code you will you use to go to Toast Tab and order all your drinks and food. The tab stays open until you close it when you leave. The food is phenomenal so try anything you wish. We had so much food and nothing read more
I don't understand the raving reviews, the endless lines, and the hype overall. My fiance and I waited for about 45 min until we were seated. Since it was just the 2 of us, we shared a couple of dishes: -Roasted Mushroom Fried Rice: This was so salty that I could get hypertension if I ate the entire thing. It was overly seasoned with soy sauce. The rice was very hard and the flavors didn't blend well. This was probably one of the worst things I've ever eaten in a long time. This is was a 0/5. -White Curry w/ Brisket Burnt Ends: I've had burnt ends before and this was not it. It was more of a braised beef which was also very salty (but not as bad as the fried rice). I liked the roasted cauliflower and the coconut cream flavor. This came with a side of white rice and it was oddly mushy. This tasted slightly better than the mushroom fried rice. The food overall was a 1/5. Thai Fusion could sometimes be a hit or miss, and this was a huge miss. Not to mention, it was kinda pricey especially since the quality didn't match the price tag. I'm giving Eem 2 stars because our server was nice but I wish she came by more often to refill our pitcher of water. read more
4 months ago
3 months ago
Eem was soooo good! I came here for a private event for my friends birthday! The fried rice was amazing and delicious- you have to get it! We also got the white curry and another curry that starts with a letter "m" and that was spicy but delicious! The staff were sweet polite and nice. Overall delicious amazing experience; I can see why it's popping there! read more
Eem is a Thai-American BBQ fusion restaurant in Portland, Oregon that is well worth the hype! Upon getting to the restaurant, there was about an hour and a half long wait for dinner on the weekend, which is to be expected. Once we were called into be seated, it did take a bit for our order to be taken, granted that it was very busy. The interior itself was a bit cramped since they were trying to seat as many people as possible, but still very bright inside. My girlfriend decided to order a good amount of food to try as much as possible. Starting with the papaya salad, it wasn't too special. It wasn't a bad papaya salad by any means, but not a bite worth remembering since it wasn't too spicy or flavorful. The wok-fried greens were a lot more flavorful than expected, with good garlic and peanut notes in the greens that acted like a palate cleanser with the rest of the food. The Sweet and Sour Fried Chicken was fried to perfection, however, it is boneless which I was surprised about but didn't ruin the flavor or texture! The Chopped BBQ Fried Rice was a bit disappointing. I was expecting a lot more meatier BBQ flavor but it fell very short of that expectation. It was still a good fried rice but definitely needs more of that BBQ flavor. The star of the show was the White Curry with BBQ Burnt Ends. The dish already comes with white rice, an amazing complement to the delicious curry sauce. The cauliflower in the curry had a great crunch to them and the burnt ends tasted as amazing as they looked. Eem was a fantastic dinner spot, but does have some flaws in the flavor of some things. Overall, it was a pleasant dinner and I still enjoyed everything I ate! I'll definitely be back to try other curries when I'm back visiting Oregon and I recommend others to put this spot on your list of places to check out! read more
10 months ago
I have been dreaming about Eem since we visited and am so sad we don't live in Portland so we can have this all the time. Honestly- every single dish was bursting with flavor. The cauliflower had to be my most favorite dish but truly my family enjoyed the entire experience. Service was excellent. There was a bit of a wait in a random late lunch on Monday, but they are so efficient with the wait list and getting people in and out. This has to be my new fave Portland spot- a high bar when there is so much good food! read more
Delicious thai fusion spot! Fun tiki interior and friendly service. - pork krapao: delicious crispy pork with the fish sauce and egg over rice is a great combo! - white curry brisket: the coconuty curry balances the smokey brisket - nice flavor all around and tender - fried chicken: the boneless meat is really juicy! Only wish for more sauce with this read more
4 months ago
The food was amazing, flavor was great, but food was slightly spicy. If the spice was dialed down a little bit, I think the food would've literally been 10/10 but that's my personal opinion. The Taeng Cooler was one of my favorite parts (Non-Alcoholic Slush). All of the meat was cooked to perfection and extremely tender. Would highly recommend both the white and green curries, just be prepared for the spice. read more
1 month ago
1 year ago
Had a medium sized party (7) and made a reservation. Auto gratuity of 22% for parties of 6 or more, but reservations allowed for large parties is a great trade off. They have a separate seating area with a few larger tables for reservations, so initial impression was solid. We entered the main building and were escorted out to another entrance. Ambiance is different between the spaces, which is fair and makes sense. The main building seems dark and more intimate while the larger space is brighter. Mainly disappointed in the service. Food was tasty, service was questionable and almost non-existent. Many items are hot and pack a decent punch! Portions are on the smaller side, we demolished individual orders and an XL chicken but wish we had ordered an extra entree to share. We never got water refills and weren't checked on until we flagged down staff for the check and water. Does feel like the main building has all the service. Sweet & Sour Fried Chicken - we ordered an XL to split and if I recall correctly, were told it's about 16-20 pieces or so. Juicy chicken thighs fried lightly and seasoned well. Great item to share. Smoked Pork Krapao - the Thai chili packs a punch, the entire dish is pretty spicy. Comes with a bowl of rice. Egg was fried beautifully, super tasty. Pork belly was nice and crispy. Savory, spicy, and salty all combined, definitely needs to be paired with the rice. Flavorful! read more
1 year ago
SPECTACULAR Thai BBQ fusion. Massaman brisket curry and coconut burnt ends are unforgettable. Pair with their signature tropical cocktails. The ambiance is lively and tropical, with a fun, energetic crowd. Smitten my their plethora of plant propagations throughout. Staff and bartenders def match the energy. Service is upbeat and servers are knowledgeable. Don't be shy to ask them for recommendations. Street parking is limited--consider ride-sharing or nearby paid lots. Expect a wait during peak hours. read more
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3808 N Williams Ave
Ste 127
Portland, OR 97227
Mississippi, Boise, North Portland, Northeast Portland
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(971) 295-1645
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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 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.
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.
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 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…
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