This was an incredible introduction to the Portland food scene, delivering some of the best sandwiches I've ever had. Between the genuinely friendly hospitality and the flavor combinations, this spot hits it out of the park and is a must for sandwich lovers. Griddled Mortadella (5/5): An incredibly delicious sandwich that perfectly balances rich, salty, and savory flavors. It comes loaded with a generous portion of grilled mortadella and melted provolone cheese, perfectly moistened with a tangy mustard aioli. The fresh lettuce and bell peppers added a satisfying crunch to every bite. Chefwich - K-Town Steak Sandwich (5/5): A limited-time creation packed into a banh mi roll. It had a generous portion of perfectly tender and sweet bulgogi steak that pairs with their melted jack cheese. The gochujang mayo sauce had a subtle and sweet heat, while the fresh kimchi added crunch and slight acidity to balance the rich meat. Elote Tater Tots (5/5): Definitely a creative side dish. The tots were perfectly fried and topped elote style with cotija cheese, pairing well with the smoky chipotle mayo on the side. Logistics Tip: Street parking is surprisingly easy to find in the surrounding area, even on a busy weekend evening. The restaurant has a spacious layout with plenty of seating options both inside and outside. If you're a first-timer, don't hesitate to ask the staff for suggestions, as they're exceptionally warm, welcoming, and passionate about the menu. read more

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I've only been to the Lardo in PDX (is it still there?), so I felt like I needed to give the brick and mortar a chance because, let's face it, the one in PDX is meh. We walked down here on a beautiful day after wedding deletes shopping, so spirits were high. Located on a busy corner, but with plenty of outdoor seating, Lardo is a good place to have lunch on a Saturday. I have nothing to say about the parking sitch. My daughter and I shared the Willamette Reuben and her friend ordered the Italian Flag. We shared the Lardo fries. Oh man, the Reuben was perfection! The flavor of the meat and everything on the sandwich, from texture to flavor--chef's kiss! We heard that the Italian Flag was excellent too. Definitely, you can share a sandwich especially if you're having fries. The fries were delicious--crispy and flavorful on the outside, perfectly hot and mushy on the inside. Yum! read more

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A haiku review Breakfast burrito Delish crispy pork belly Eggs are pillowy Combo of flavors Smashed tots and avo salsa What more could you want? Can't forget to say Lardo gives back to teachers Love community read more

Lardo - Rhinestone Breakfast Burrito - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

The best breakfast burrito I've had in PDX so far. The service took a bit, but they were kind about it. The inside is cute, but we prefer to sit outside. The pork belly is juicy and packed in, and having a burrito without it was great too. The tater tots were fresh and crunchy. I will say the cilantro can be a little much, especially if you have the soap-tasting gene. Regardless, yummy and my go-to breakfast burrito spot currently. read more

Lardo - Rhinestone Breakfast Burrito Tater Tots - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Great place! I wasn't feeling too adventerous when we went with a small group, so I opted for grilled cheese and the girl at the counter offered a tomato soup with it. So glad she did because it was so good! Cheese and I aren't great friends, but this sandwich was so good! My partner got the Bronx Bomber and our friends all got other varieties. The sandwiches look small in some photos but they were very filling! We all had to share fries just to finish them! The flow of the restaurant was nice and they had a good beer and cocktail selection. I cant wait to come back and sit on the patio when its finished! read more

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Hadn't been here in a while so we got food delivered. Can't say I'm a fan of the bland potato salad but do enjoy the big pickles. Sandwiches are pretty good. They have a decent variety and the prices are okay. Just kind of average for me but that still means I'd eat here if I was in the area. read more

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Hands down the best sandwich I've had all year, the mortadella melt was outstanding, many napkins recommended. My tip is to grab a spot outside and be patient it will be well worth your lunch break. Props to Lardo's I hope to try the other highly suggested sandwiches. read more

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Holy smokes, Pulled pork shoulder is amazing. It's like if you took a Carnitas Taco and it a sandwich. Just add kimchi and a spicy mayo sauce and there you go. Corn Ribs were very tasty as well. I'd say very inspired by a LA Elote from the elote man. Service was great. Really sold me on getting this combo as it was Their favorites. If you have the time come by and check this out! read more

Lardo - Korean Pork Shoulder & Corn Ribs - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Lardo never disappoints. If you're craving a seriously good sandwich, this is the spot. The menu is creative without being pretentious -- everything feels indulgent and perfectly balanced. The pork belly sandwich is a classic (crispy, tender, and dripping with flavor), and the Korean pork shoulder is another favorite. The dirty fries with herbs, parmesan, and bits of pork cracklings are an absolute must. The staff is always friendly and quick, even when the place is packed. The vibe here is casual and fun -- Portland through and through, with good music, local beers on tap, and a relaxed patio that's perfect for sunny days. Prices are fair for the quality, and the portions are huge, so you definitely get your money's worth. If you love bold flavors and comfort food done right, Lardo delivers every time. Great food, great energy, and one of Portland's best casual eats. And definitely grab a pickle!!!! read more

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This was a delicious, flavorful chicken sandwich that made me sweat with its sweet heat. I ordered before the lunch rush and got my sandwich pretty quickly, but the rest of my party had to wait a bit longer for their food. We all ordered different sandwiches and were impressed by the presentation and flavors. Would eat again! read more

Lardo - Nashville Hot Fried Chicken (without onions) - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Finally tried Lardo for the first time (it's been on my list for a while) and it was delicious!! I got the Korean Pork Shoulder and loved the combination of flavors. It was a little messy to eat with the sauce and kimchi, but it was so worth it. I also enjoyed the fries with the herbs! I definitely will be coming back and look forward to exploring more of the menu! read more

Lardo - Korean Pork Shoulder & Lardo Fries - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

We went for Nacho Week and let me tell you we were not disappointed!! Classic nachos with a Korean flavor twist made for a unique eating experience. My boyfriend and I split one plate and it was quite big. I always am happy when a place has indoor and outdoor seating. The food came rather quickly and I have no complaints. I want to try other things on their menu since the nachos were a weekly special. read more

It had been sometime since we'd last been in the PDX but worked called me here for a week so top of the must eat list is Lardo and it didn't disappoint nor did the consistency of the food change. Love it! I decided to try something new which was the St. Patty Melt which consisted of a smash burger, grilled corned beef, cheddar and American cheese, grilled onions, pickles and Russsian dressing all nestled in Texas Toast. It was awesome! Of course you can't come here without getting the Dirty Fries - nothing dirty about them - a pile of fresh cut fries, marinated peppers, pork belly scraps, fried herbs and topped with parm. Window surround the dining area with tables and bench seating plus outdoor tables too. The service was great as always and can't wait to go back again very soon! read more

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Cam in as a result of a coupon to try Laredo sandwiches. We have now come back and ordered again as a result of the delicious sandwiches. I tried the barn mi sandwich, the pork belly was good, the pickled veggies crisp and tangy. Done just right. Pickles out of the jar on the counter! Don't miss getting one. Nice and crisp! Love the crunch. Clean store. Staff was friendly. I'll continue to come back. read more

Lardo - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I ordered the chefwich and fries here, not a huge hit for me. I wish the fries were crispy and had more flavor. The vodka sandwich lacked a lot of flavor unfortunately, i wouldn't go back. read more

Lardo - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Excellent sandwich ship. Got the Bahn mi. It's a unique take on Bahn mi but very delicious. Highly recommend. read more

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Found out it's Burger Week (8/11-8/17) while visiting Portland. $10 steal for a juicy burger! We found Lardo on Yelp and there $10 was a pork and bacon smash patty with grilled peaches and dirty mustard. We ordered 1 special, "PBLT" pork belly lettuce tomato, kumer beef burger, falafel burger, lardo fries, tator fries Cacio de Pepe, watermelon cucumber salad. We learned that Lardo specializes in pork (big picture of pig on wall) The pork burgers were juicy and cooked well. I really enjoyed the sweetness of the peaches with the tanginess of the mustard on my pork patty. The stand-outs were the tots (so addictive) and watermelon salad - cool melon with heat was a refreshing on a hot day. Order at the counter, grab a number and drinks and find a table. Refillable Ice tea & sodas. Beer on tap & bottled The patio looked lush and inviting (seems the choice for locals) but we opted for the long table with stools inside with AC!! read more

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Very very happy with month Chefwich on a half salad half fries. A hack that didn't know until today that you can do with all their sandwiches (except the Cubano) and I loved it! Super generous portion. I really didn't have to finish the bowl but I did. All the ingredients were so fresh and went very well together. The braised beef from the Chefwich sandwich was so tender and paired with gooey cheese and house giardena it's divine. Filling but soso good. The fries were also very crispy and fresh. The Pandan Thank You Maam was a delicious cocktail. Pineapple forward and lost the pandan a but but overall refreshing. read more

Lardo - July 2025 Chefwich as a Bowl - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Oh my gosh this is hands down the tastiest sandwich spot I've been to in Portland!! Line was out the door nearly the whole time we were there, and service was pretty quick! Did not take long to get through the line and our sandwiches were brought out to us. Splitting the fries was a must. Both Bronx Bomber and Korean Pork Shoulder were great, but I am still thinking about how good the house kimchi was in the Korean Pork Shoulder. Stupid tasty. read more

Lardo - Bronx Bomber - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Ya gotta stop if there's a sweet parking spot right in front. I read about the April Chefwich "chicken fried steak" special. The Sugarpine collaboration is one of their best, so good. What made it was the thin Oyatsupan Bakery bun. A minor drawback is you really need to bite into it or else the steak slides out. It paired well with the Pandan Thank You Ma'am cocktail. I returned for the Rhinestone Breakfast Burrito the following day. Maybe consider changing the name considering the restaurant opens at 11 AM. It's got the oooh -ahhh factor and price to boot. Suggestion: reduce the size of the tender pork belly pieces. Service was great as usual. Lardo is one of Portland's best offerings. read more

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Expectations met! Delicious and filling sandwiches and fries. The place is very cool/ laid-back.

Had the Smokey cubano sandwich which is a healthy size but very delicious. The lardo fries are excellent too.

Did not enjoy our meal, however the staff was professional and the place was clean. Won't be back - too bad bc people at work recommended it. read more

Pretentious slop that's overrated. Idk why my coworkers like this place it's like they enjoy getting fleeced for lunch. Waste of money.

Always a solid experience when I come here. This visit we had the Bronx Bomber, fries, and Korean pork shoulder over a salad. The food is well prepared and delicious. read more

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apparently, when you get all rich and famous and open up a restaurant in Vegas, you can forget about your humble beginnings and where you started from because they have let this lardo fall apart I grew up on Hawthorne and I was eating Lado's when it was nothing more than a food cart and that small little pot across the street granted it's been quite a while since I've eaten there, but this was the worst experience I've ever had there the place stank and smelled very funny when we walked in. The sandwiches really weren't very special and the dirty fries were some of the coldest nastiest I've ever had when my wife tried to complain. She tried to say oh it's because we throw cold peppers on there. It cools the fries down. These fries were absolutely cold, soggy almost like they've been pulled out of the refrigerator. The dirty fries used to be one of my favorite things. They're beautiful crispy, fries, fried, and pork lard with rosemary sprigs, small chunks of crispy pork belly a handful of fucking fresh peppers and Parmesan cheese they were amazing. These ones were a huge pile of soggy gross bullshit with old pork belly pieces that looked like shit like I said I guess when you open a spot in Vegas, you forget about where you started and the people who made you so successful in the first place. read more

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Gotta say, ended up thinking this place is very good but not exceptional. Our Burria sando was very good. But our PBLT was very mid. Decent quality but kinda bland. Prices are a bit high as sandwiches do not come with fries or chips or anything so with 2 sandwiches, loaded fries and one drink, we were at $52. Also, do NOT get the loaded fries. The fries themselves were overcooked, hard & dry and the "pork scraps" on them were so dry & chalky they really weren't edible. The pickled peppers on there were really good though. I'm not rushing to go back at their prices but 4 stars as the food quality was there (outside of the loaded fries) & I understand why this place is popular. To each their own, as they say. read more

Good food and kind service - I'd be open to coming again. The fries were good and crispy. The Korean pork shoulder was packed with flavor but a little salty - could have pumped the brakes on all of its flavors slightly. The mortadella was rich and tender but overall as a sandwich not my favorite. Good bread. I liked the laidback vibes of the place, but the food does take a while to come out. read more

Lardo - Mortadella - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Rich Gencarelli has both saved my day and infuriated me more times than I care to mention. Since my family moved out here from Jersey, I've been routinely redirected to Lardo for all of my sandwich grievances. When a sausage or meatball sandwich on any quality proves too difficult to find, I come here for the specials. When I need a staple sandwich, I drop in for a Korean Pork Shoulder or Italian Tuna Melt. However, when I want to point to an example of how mayonnaise leeches into the skin of residents here like the rain... I go to Lardo as well. I want to love The Bronx Bomber for shredding the lettuce and topping the salami and provolone with steak of all things... but then in comes that Duke's mayo. Listen, I get that you aren't going to keep like six bottles of oil, vinegar, and balsamic back there, but why every sandwich needs to be turned into a hoedown or a fish fry to soothe these 'medigan palates is beyond me. But this is where I love Rich: The man does not discriminate. The meatball banh mi?! Yeah, that shit's getting some mayo. A cubano?! Mayo that fucker right up. Kimchi and pork shoulder? Hell yeah, mayo! Nashville Hot Fried Chicken?! MAYO! Just about every culture gets the same schmear, and I can't wait for the day when he tries it on some birriaqueso. Rich has been in such deep Donnie Braso-style Portland cover for so long that it would take a mountain-bike mishap of epic proportions in the cycle tracks of the Gorge to get him to view things through a more provincial lens, and the city's better off for it. He's tried the West Side, he's tried Lake O, he's tried Vegas, but it all lands best on Hawthorne, and it lands with an audience he loves. That he offered beer discounts for the Frog Brigade at a time when the city's on edge and people on on the front line trying to protect their neighbors' basic right to due process only makes me appreciate this place all the more. There's a reason people keep coming even with two food cart pods directly across the street: Lardo's had their back for a while and continues to be a lesson in consistency. read more

Lardo - Beer discounts for frogs! - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Best sandwiches I have had in a while. Pork shoulder and meatball sandwiches were fantastic. Do try dirty fries. Fried pork belly in those are yumm.. This is a must try in Portland. Hawthorne is the only location open now and others are closed. Service is fantastic and a great hangout place in the evenings read more

Recently stopped by at this AMAZING well known place in SE Portland. I tried their Korean Pork Shoulder house with homemade house kimchi, chili mayo, cilantro, lime... and much goodness. I was on the mood for a good cider and it was recommended to me the black cherry one and OMG! It was super delicious. Also tried their TAMARINDO (tamarind) cocktail made with Tequila infused with Serrano pepper and WOW! I must say this is one the best refreshing cocktail I've ever had you have to tried it! Even if you have come to this place often enough you won't get disappointed at all. If the weather is decent the outside sitting areas is outstanding! Service on point as well! Keep on searching :)) read more

Lardo - Delicious! - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I waited a long time to finally try this spot. It did not disappoint! Honestly, I thought all the sandwiches were really huge - so I was avoiding it for lunch - but they are not all that big, filling though. It's short order where you take a number. Staff was friendly and got drinks quickly. The food came out pretty quick, too! Their fries are perfectly crispy, though most of mine were tiny. Pho'rench Dip sandwich was incredible, would 10/10 order again. The Korean Pork Shoulder sandwich was also delicious, but would try something else next time. Don't forget a pickle! Super crunchy and well seasoned! Beer washes it all down so well! Prices are as expected. Check out the specials. I will definitely come back for more. read more

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Great food! I ordered the Bronx Bomber and it was delicious! The fries were literally some of the best I ever had (crazy to say that about fries). Ordering at the counter was straight forward, and the seating option inside or out was convenient with both areas very clean. read more

The food is consistently fresh and delicious! They have innovative sandwiches! Really love the banh mi and the delicious breakfast sandwich. Only wish they had parking... read more

Best sandwiches in the area! Always curated with thought and truly flavorful. It's always hard to decide what to order here because the menu looks so good. Also hard to choose when you have favorites. The bahn mi and pork shoulder sandwiches are always favorites. It's fun to also see what the have for specials. Can't forget the dirty fries with the most generous of helpings and on the verge of too many peppers (for most people). It's fast casual, so you go up to the counter to order and they bring you the food. There is bae seating, some tables inside, and an entire huge covered (but not heated) outdoor patio. Just fyi the music outside is usually pretty loud and occasionally you'll get some screamo out there so it may not be the best for sleeping babies (which we learned on one visit). If you haven't gone here you must, but it's truly a meat eaters haven so vegetarians beware! read more

Lardo - View from the bar - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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The reviews looked pretty solid and I've been looking forward to a sandwich night. We ordered delivery and got the Bronx Bomber, Dirty Fries, Griddled Mortadella, Hush Puppies, Nashville Hot Fried Chicken, andPork Meatball Banh Mi. The food arrived on time and packaged well. The Nashville hot fried chicken was the highlight of the meal. The breading was great and the chicken was juicy and tender. The hush puppies had a great crunch on the outside and moist inside. The banh mi was pretty good. The pork had decent flavor and texture and the bread it was served on really good. My wife could only eat half of her grilled mortadella because of the grease. The Bronx bomber was not a hit either. The dirty fries truly were really disappointing. They tasted undercooked and the pork pieces were inedible because of how hard they were. The peppers were really tasty. I'd come back for the chicken sandwich and hush puppies but as a whole we were not impressed read more

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Lardo hits every time. The store was crazy busy on this day but the servers and cooks handled the rush with a lot of grace. This time I tried the Pho'rench Dip - Sooo bomb, 8.5/10. The beef was well seasoned and tender. They left the jalapeño on the side so you can choose your spice level and the soup broth was so rich and flavorful, perfect for a cold day out. We also got the Cacio e Pepe tater tots - 8/10. they came with a flavor dusting on the outside and a side of cacio e pepe aioli. They stayed nice and crispy and it was a decently sized portion for 2 people! read more

Lardo - Tater tots - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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My newest obsession @ Lardo is the falafel smashburger. It somehow satisfies that burger craving without the guilt, Hope this one stays on the menu awhile! read more

Lardo - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Delicious sandwiches from a food-cart-turned-franchise (that has now turned back into just a one-off restaurant with a Vegas satellite), and a Portland institution. I love these sandwiches, even if they're smaller than their price point would suggest. My go-to is the banh mi, which is phenomenal (if you ask for less mayo, it's even better). The Korean pork shoulder is also good, but too much kimchi for my liking. It's counter service, take a number, and wait. The site itself is adorable, with both outdoor picnic tables and a long table with stools. read more

Lardo - Korean Pork Shoulder - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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You hear that name, Lardo, and you think, "Oh, that's fun." But it's not just fun, it's prophetic. Because they take these humble, beautiful ingredients and they turn them into... magic. I'm not kidding! First, you walk in and the vibe is just... Portland. It's cool, it's casual, everybody's happy because they're about to eat a great sandwich. And the menu? Let's start with the Dirty Fries. Oh, my god. You have to get these. It's a mountain of perfect, crispy fries, but then... they put on fried pork scraps, chopped parsley, and this marinated pepper vinaigrette that just cuts through everything. But then... the sandwiches, the Pork Meatball Banh Mi. This is why I travel! It's this brilliant, beautiful mash-up. You have these incredibly savory, herby pork meatballs, right? But then they put it on this light, airy baguette with the classic pickled carrots and daikon, cilantro, and a spicy mayo. It's like Italy and Vietnam had the most delicious baby right here in Portland. It's messy, it's perfect, you gotta eat it over the table because it's gonna drip, and you're gonna love every second of it. So if you're in Portland, you have to go to Lardo. Get the Dirty Fries to share-or don't share, and get any sandwich that calls to you. You cannot make a bad choice. read more

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