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Laughing Planet

3.5 (249 reviews)
Closed • 10:30 am - 8:00 pm

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Moderate noise
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Outdoor seating

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Richard A.

Visiting my son near alphabet district. Trying to eat healthy. Tofu salad Thai was good. They had burritos. Very good

Laughing Planet: Grilled veggie quesadilla with gluten-free tortilla
Harold M.

This is always a solid neighborhood place to eat in a healthy way around Gabriel Park area. Clean and comfortable space, friendly workers. Some bench outside as well for warmer days. Really good place for vegan, paleo, and gluten-free options. Had the grilled veggies quesadilla with gluten-free tortilla. Absolutely wonderful! Friends ordered the Thai burrito - delicious but needed more peanut sauce.

Walking inside - kinda dark. Better to sit by the windows up front
Andrew C.

My local Laughing Planet, which I probably head to like once a week, due to their nice variety of somewhat, or should we say semi-? healthy options. Hey it beats Taco Bell. The associates at the counter are always great - friendly, patient and helpful, whether you're eating in or taking out. Good selection of beers and ciders on tap, and there's a very urban-ish (concrete) patio out back. Food is reliably good - I always get the Thai Bowl -- though I will say the ambience here is less than ideal. It feels like a cave... which makes me want to deduct another star. But I won't. Also, food is pricy for what you get, but I don't mind paying for (mostly) freshness and I'm glad it's close by.

Brown guac, yucky
Charles R.

Paid 50+ dollars for three smalls meals. Got home to find disgusting brown guacamole. The person in the kitchen should be fired. I will not eat here again.

$15 Cowboy Chicken Salad

Value for what you get is nil. The food tastes good but it's so expensive for what you actually get. The latest "special" Lebanese bowl total rip off. Asked for chicken which is maybe 5 bite size pieces. Maybe 1/2 cup, if that? Asked for more lettuce greens instead of rice, did not get it. My kids like the burritos here but it pains me to try to get anything for myself because $15 for a tiny bowl of something with no extras is crazy! Oh and it's worse on a Friday nite or busy nights- the busier they are, the smaller the portions like they're trying to ration the food. Not kidding. The owners must be making a giant profit on the overpriced adult food while our kids eat! Skip this place and get your kids burritos elsewhere if you're planning to eat there too.

Salted chocolate chunk cookie
Janet M.

We have been eating food from Laughing Planet for a long time. We like their healthy choices and flexible meals that you can add or subtract ingredients to/from at will. They are very accomodating. Everything tastes great. Today we nabbed lunch - I added mushrooms and extra cheese to their BBQ chicken quesadilla and added some guac and sour cream on the side. The kid got a ginormous comfort bowl with tofu, cauliflower, rice, beans, avocado, cheese, olives, cilantro, pico de gallo and who knows what else with chips and salsa and a PB&J dairy free smoothie. We also got a salted chocolate chunk cookie. I think the cookies are vegan but I am not sure. Everything was tasty and delicious. Maybe a little expensive but so is everywhere else right? They are great for kid's meals ( mine has been eating guac and tofu and rice there since babyhood) and if you eat in they have fun dinosaur decor.

Korean BBQ bowl
Diane T.

My husband and I were looking for a healthy and filling lunch option while sightseeing in Portland. Laughing Planet fit the bill with gluten free & paleo options. We both chose the Korean BBQ bowl with beef & it was delicious! The broccoli was cooked just right- crisp-tender- and the beef was tender & tasty. I enjoyed the quick pickled cucumbers but my husband opted out of them. We shared chips & salsa while we waited & as a south Texan used to Tex Mex, I was pleasantly surprised by the perfectly spicy salsa. The service was quick & our food came out quickly too. Definitely give them a try!

Harvest bowl! Sooooo delicious!!@
Betsy B.

I've eaten here 5 times and this is my take: The peeps that work here - 5 stars so friendly! Chicken Quesadilla - 3 stars Veggie Quesadilla - 3 stars Corn chips & Dip - 2 star Pot roast special- Good but a bit too salty & not enough meat - 3 stars (three times now my photo of this won't post!) Vegan Harvest Bowl - 5 stars Green Dream Smoothie - Very SPICY 1 star Last health score 100% - 5 stars! Vegan cheese is an option and tempeh and tofu take the place of the meat. I haven't had their tofu yet, but the tempeh is awesome! You will not be hungry after you finish. Please see my menu photos, but the priced have increased in just months. For instance, the harvest bowl was $10, then $11.75 and now $12.75.

Holiday Bowl w/ Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Squash, Green Beans, Cranberry, and Amaaaazing Gravy...aaaahhhh!

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The staff is always friendly, food is fresh, flavorful, and always nutritious. Offer steamed veggies for the kids menu.

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As basic as it gets for clean food. The service is always good. The food is simple ingredients and as basic as it gets been good!

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The food is good, but the constant price increases are unjustifiable. $15.50 for a bowl that was $10 six months ago. I stopped going there.

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Norah - Volcano tempura noodle soup

Norah

4.6(217 reviews)
5.5 mi•Sunnyside, Belmont, Southeast Portland
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Still amazing. This time the rice was white and not purple/black rice, and I wish there were more…read morecurry sauce on the cauliflower, but we liked it a lot. The pad see ew and green beans also stood out for us. Wish there were more eggplant in the holy basil eggplant dish, as it was so good. Brussels sprouts were good too, but probably wouldn't need to get them or the masala fries again (also good flavor, just not that crisp and the sauce distribution was on the top). The only dish we didn't care for was the rainy Rangoon, but I enjoyed trying it all. Overall, amazing flavor, and will definitely be back, but wish portions were a bit heftier- though, between our party or 8, 4 apps and 4 mains were good enough.

I definitely went out of my way to try this restaurant because I'd heard they had a great vegan…read moremenu, and it was absolutely worth it. Since it was my first time, I asked the staff for a recommendation. They suggested the bibimbap and mentioned it was on the spicy side, which I was totally okay with. While their cocktails looked really tempting, I ended up getting a Mexican Coke, and I loved that they had it. The bibimbap was absolutely delicious. It had so many different flavors and textures, and somehow they all worked perfectly together. The waiter also suggested mixing everything together before taking the first bite, which I really appreciated. The ambiance was super cute, with a cozy little tiki-bar vibe inside, and they also have a few outdoor tables. The service was exceptional throughout. This is an easy 5-star review from me.

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Obon Shokudo - lion's mane mushroom rangoon

Obon Shokudo

4.4(293 reviews)
4.1 mi•Industrial District, Central Eastside, Buckman, Southeast Portland
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ONE STAR?? Hilarious that i got on here and the entitled out of towners are on here giving a one…read morestar. I love obon. The udon noodles are heavenly. The broth is nourishing. The onigiri is art. And the service is always polite and professional. Always. I was physically at the restaurant the night these one star people were there. From what I could tell sitting at the bar and observing the ID in question, it looked fliiiimssy even from where I was sitting. I kinda get both sides ya know , sure one person in the group wants a drink w dinner but dude just tough it out and have your dinner. Instead they popped off and all started fussing and being entitled and it was just gross. I was enjoying a fantastic dinner but that table was like trying to take the stage. I think they ended up storming out and one girl like stomped off and said she was keeping her cup !! lol I worked in food a long time ago. And I've worked in cannabis under the watchful eye of the olcc so I'm on the servers side. Don't take chances and don't listen to these kids scramble for a secondary ID. Sketch. Go to obon. Get the Sando. Enjoy.

What should have been a straightforward ID check became an unnecessarily confrontational…read moreexperience. Rather than communicating professionally or reviewing additional identification, staff escalated the interaction, culminating in my friend being called a "bish." I can't recommend this restaurant. Also just don't treat people that way. It's not cool.

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Mis Tacones - Chimichanga

Mis Tacones

4.5(203 reviews)
6.9 mi•Vernon, Alberta Arts District, Northeast Portland
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Amazing in every way. Huge menu of vegan Mexican food, including empanadas, tacos, freshest…read morehomemade tortillas. They have a huge section of gluten-free items, so this is a mecca for people with gluten or dairy allergies. They even have quesadillas made with sunflower cheese that looks and tastes melty in miraculous ways I don't understand. Guac was perfect. All the seitan meats were seasoned with flavorful sauce that permeated all the way through. Nothing on the menu is expensive, especially considering the labor to prepare such complex vegan versions of an already laborious cuisine. I'll definitely return next time I'm passing through town. And recommend it to everyone.

Listen on the asada burrito alone, this would be a 50/5 rating l o l but had to consider all the…read moreother bites and just overall experience. We came by on a weeknight around 6 pm and were able to squeeze into a table. I will say, this is my own fault for not noticing when we sat down, but we chose a table closer to the bathroom and I did not enjoy how it was left open with no sort of division or curtain to close off the area. I didn't enjoy seeing it or smelling the bathroom soap with my meal which was a bummer. The interior is a whole vibe otherwise and the decorations are so vibrant. You can order at the counter or via QR code and we opted for that for ease. We grabbed 2 of the empanadas, the asada burrito w/guacamole added, and 2 tacos (al pastor and frijoles). Listen I will dream about that delicious burrito for ages. The asada was so freakin delicious and the crispy crunchy bits were to die for; I literally fought my husband for the last bites. The tacos were also good and I enjoyed them both but the frijoles won over the al pastor. The empanadas were a miss for us though; the elote one was better than the potato and soyrizo but even then, the texture of the actual empanada was off and I just did not enjoy it. I'm sure they have had more of a crowd given their recent shout out (which is well deserved and should be celebrated!) but it legitimately took over 30 min for us to get any single item of food. We got a limonada which took ~15 min to come out then the food itself hit the table at about ~35 min with one item still missing. I want to give some grace to the extremely hardworking team and it was evident that they had a ton of to go/takeout orders, but maybe they can hit a balance between those and people dining in. They did seem spread very thin across the evening. I literally dreamt about that burrito on a subsequent day sooo you know I will be back. I was also so sad to not have their giant fries with delicious toppings because there was no way we could tackle that with everything we ordered, so definiiitely find me at Mis Tacones again. All in all, go support a wonderful local business serving up plant-based Mexican dishes.

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Dirty Lettuce - Seitan BBQ Ribs - À la Carte Creole Red Beans & Rice

Dirty Lettuce

4.7(187 reviews)
7.2 mi•Cully, Northeast Portland
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Ever since homegrown smoker closed, I have been looking for my go-to vegan soul food spot. Dirty…read moreLettuce has filled that gap! My wife and friend went for dinner and we sat outside. We shared an order of hush puppies and they were awesome. They were cooked perfectly and tasted very fresh and flavorful. We also tried the calamari which was also good (though it lacked salt overall). My wife got the catfish, and I thought it was very good. Nice texture with the cornmeal crust and had a nice subtle seafood flavor. The sauces were all good and I enjoyed dipping in all of them. Although I did find the remoulade sauce to be a bit bland compared to the other sauces. It was still good though. I enjoyed the mashed potatoes and gravy. They were very rich with a nice texture. The greens were also tasty and cooked well. My friend got the bbq ribs with rice and beans. The rib was nice. Not what I was expecting it to look like, but the bbq sauce was tasty and had some nice smoke taste coming through. The rice and beans were simple and good. I ordered the chicken bacon ranch sandwich. It was very delicious! I was surprised by how much flavor the fried chicken had. I couldn't eat all of it and ended up eating the rest cold for dinner the next day and somehow it tasted even better! All in all we had a great experience. The service was friendly and quick. The space was clean and charming. I loved all of the hot sauce and condiment options. I love this place and will definitely be back.

Watch in-depth video breakdown here…read morehttps://youtu.be/2LsMS2vxzRU?is=U5MfItnpo97tUvuq Dirty Lettuce had me questioning whether I was really in Portland or somehow got transported back down South. I'll admit, I came into this place with a slight bias. I'm from the South, and maybe it's ignorant, but when I hear "soul food," I automatically think of the South. I grew up around soul food. I know what good collard greens taste like. I know what good mac & cheese tastes like. So when I heard people on TikTok raving about a vegan soul food restaurant in Portland, Oregon, part of me was thinking: "Soul food? In Portland? How good could it really be?" Well... Dirty Lettuce shut me up pretty quickly. I originally found this place while searching TikTok for vegan restaurants in Portland. Dirty Lettuce kept coming up, and people especially hyped up the fried chicken and BBQ ribs, so I had to see for myself. I ordered the fried chicken meal with collard greens and mac & cheese -- two sides I take VERY seriously. The fried chicken was incredible. The seasoning and batter reminded me of some kind of combination between KFC and Popeyes, while the inside stayed moist and tender. At certain points I genuinely forgot I was eating vegan chicken. It tasted and felt like I was eating a Southern fried chicken plate somewhere in Mississippi or Alabama. Then came the collard greens. Man... These greens tasted like somebody's grandma was in the kitchen cooking Thanksgiving dinner. They serve them in a bowl with plenty of pot liquor, so initially I thought they might be a little watery. Nope. That broth was PACKED with flavor. It was almost like a collard-green soup, and I mean that as a compliment. The greens and the broth complemented each other perfectly. And the mac & cheese? A1. Creamy, rich, flavorful, with this subtle smoky taste that I wasn't expecting. I don't know exactly what they did to it, but whatever they did -- KEEP DOING IT. I also tried the BBQ ribs. They were good, although they were probably my least favorite item compared with everything else. But that's almost unfair because the chicken, greens and mac & cheese set the bar ridiculously high. I also went into the ribs with huge expectations after hearing people hype them up on TikTok, and I'm not really a ribs guy to begin with. So take my opinion there with a grain of salt. They were still good. My one area for improvement would be customer service. The woman who took my order wasn't rude or anything, but I personally would have appreciated a warmer greeting and more inviting energy. I'm very big on customer service, and I think the person at the front counter sets the tone for the entire experience. Maybe she was just having an off day -- we all have them -- but that was really the only part of my visit that didn't match the quality and energy of the food. The restaurant itself is small, clean and has some really cool artwork on the walls. It has a nice atmosphere without trying to be anything overly fancy. But the FOOD is the story here. At one point during my meal, I remembered that Black people make up a relatively small percentage of Oregon's population, and I became convinced somebody from that percentage had to be back there in that kitchen cooking. Because there was no way these greens were tasting this close to something my grandma would have made on Thanksgiving. I came in skeptical. I left thoroughly impressed. Whether you're vegan, vegetarian, or eat meat every day of your life, I'd recommend trying Dirty Lettuce. And if you're from the South and you're skeptical about getting legitimate soul food in Portland like I was? Go ahead and try it. It legitimately reminded me of a Southern Sunday plate from somebody's mama's kitchen. Dirty Lettuce proved me wrong -- and I'm glad they did. Highly recommended. Watch in-depth video breakdown here https://youtu.be/2LsMS2vxzRU?is=U5MfItnpo97tUvuq

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Harlow - Drinks

Harlow

4.2(1.1k reviews)
5.1 mi•Richmond, Clinton, Southeast Portland
•$$

This place is beautiful! I was planning on ordering food to go, but all the plants and natural…read morelighting and friendly atmosphere changed my mind and I stayed. The food was so good it made my day; adding tempeh to the mighty bowl with the garlic and tahini sauce is so good. 10/10 recommend. The real reason I came to write this review though is because staff is super sweet and genuine. It was my first time coming here, and I had a lot of questions about the menu to the point where I could feel myself becoming annoying (face palm). The gal taking my order was Jessi, she was so helpful, kind, knowledgeable, accommodating, and authentically friendly. I can't remember what it was that we shared a laugh about, but I walked away happy because of that type of simple interaction that restores your faith in humanity. People who have never worked in the service industry are generally clueless and walk into a restaurants like it's their first day on earth. But even with my string of annoying questions, she never once made me feel like I was being a nuisance. Whoever is in charge here you should give Jessi a raise. The food is great, but she's the reason I'll be coming back!

UPDATE: Harlow responded that my items were picked up over…read morean hour after ordering. This is not true. I ordered for pickup myself and picked up less than 10minutes After I placed the PU order. That's the whole reason I said they were "exceptionally fast" in my original review. The ambiance was cool and the service was exceptionally fast. Unfortunately both items I ordered were gross. I love chocolate and peanut butter together esp with coffee but their drink was inedible with an awful taste. Maybe they gave me almond butter by mistake. Woof I couldn't even force it down. The quesadilla was incredibly greasy and nothing like a quesadilla. The mouth feel of the walnut chorizo with the soft vegetables was weird / it felt gritty. The flavors fell as well. The only highlight was the salsa but I'm 90% sure it was salsa de welo which you can buy at a store. No one would finish my quesadillas at the table. Major miss for me. Some of the worst food I've had - sorry.

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