Luc Lac is a great spot if you're craving Vietnamese food! The decor is really fun, with neon lights and a dragon that gives the place a cool, almost club-like vibe. It's definitely a nice spot for dinner. The service was great, and our food came out pretty quickly. You order at the counter first, and they give you a number to take to your table. There's complimentary water and utensils available on the side, which makes everything pretty convenient. You can also choose to sit inside, outside, or get your food to go. We ordered the pho with steak and brisket, and it was delicious! We also got the vermicelli with pork, which had a lot of flavor. The portions are pretty generous, so the vermicelli would be great to share. Overall, we had a great experience at Luc Lac. If you're craving Vietnamese food, I definitely recommend checking this place out! read more

Luc Lac - Pho (steak and brisket) - top picture Vermicelli with pork and egg rolls - bottom picture - Vietnamese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Came in here after visiting long-time family friends that live in Bend who later decided to meet us for some eats in Portland proper before we headed back to Seattle. Let me tell you, if they had this place in Seattle, it would be poppin' for sure. Loved the decor, and the service was amazing. We were a party of 8, and they did the most to get us seated. They even combined two tables for us without too much wait. We appreciated this so much! This is one of those places where you order at the counter, and they bring your food to your table, although they also seat you. So you wait in line to order, and then you wait a little longer to get a seat. The menu is on a huge, lit-up billboard behind the counter, so you'll see folks crowded in that area trying to read it. The food was alright, no one was particularly blown away. I got a pho, and I would say it was okay. I think you come here more for the vibe and scratching that craving than for out-of-this-world food/flavors. The music is good, the servers were all super friendly, and it's a great vibe. Fyi, there's mostly street parking. read more

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Came here for weekday lunch, and there was plenty of space. I got the pho train. Perhaps, I am dying from a lack of good Viet food in NYC, but this tasted good to me. Rich broth and so much meat! Again, perhaps I have NYC standards. I have had better pho but I'm surprised by some of the hate that this place gets. read more

Luc Lac - Pho train - Vietnamese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Got luc lac to go recently, but ate here years ago. Oh how the pandemic has changed some places for the worse :( Downtown Portland is not what it was before. Downtown is much slower and emptier than before. The Ross and TJ Maxx downtown also closed. I really hope it comes back! Had the pork skewers rice bowl to go and it was delicious! Good sized portion and the meat and egg rolls were flavorful. Restaurant was not too crowded on a Friday at 5pm too. read more

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Tried my first banh mi ever here! Great vibe and the food is awesome. The portions are huge and very filling. Staff is helpful and inviting. read more

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I decided to give Luc Lac a try after seeing all of the excellent Yelp reviews, and it definitely lived up to the hype. When I arrived, there was a line out the door, which is always a good sign. Fortunately, it moved quickly. The process is simple: order at the counter, grab your own utensils and water, and then they'll seat you. I ordered the papaya salad and the beef pho. The portions were very generous, and both dishes were delicious. The beef in the pho was sliced a little thicker than I expected, but there was plenty of it, and the broth was flavorful. The papaya salad was the standout--fresh, crisp, and packed with flavor. I highly recommend ordering it. The restaurant also has a cool, funky vibe that adds to the experience. If you're looking for great Vietnamese food in Portland, Luc Lac is absolutely worth the wait. read more

Luc Lac - Beef and brisket Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Must try: Luc Lac and Spring Rolls! Why: What an awesome Vietnamese place to dine in for dinner! I had the Spring Rolls - Nem Nuong (sausage) and Special Luc Lac (beef tenderloin), both were delicious and large portions. Spring Rolls were packed with veggies, noodles, and sausage with a tasty peanut sauce. Luc Lac Beef Tenderloin was tender and juicy with slightly crispy outside. Large fat chunks I cut into smaller pieces. I also loved the rice and salad too. Very filling and delicious! Notes: I came on a weeknight for dinner and it was popping! I was able to snag a bar seat after 5 mins since a couple people finished their meal. You order at the front desk and then head to seat. They have self-serve water, utensils, and takeout boxes. Workers were welcoming, friendly, and helpful even during controlled chaos of dinner rush. Love all the decor and lights making for a cool dining ambiance. Great for small or large groups for inside and outside dining. read more

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There's not too much to say about this place, except that it's really straightforward and it's very, very good. I love pho! It's warm, it feels nourishing, and restorative, and this is about as good a bowl of pho as is possible. I'm visiting from out of town. I've been here three times, and my favorite has been the TRAIN, so far. The service was friendly, the setup is great, it's easy to navigate. They also serve a rosemary, mint, sage kombucha that is outstanding. read more

I feel so represented and seen at this restaurant. Located next to the Portland Food Hall, this restaurant is its own entity. You can order to-go, eat inside, or eat outside. We decided to eat inside, since today was above 90 degrees. Although, that was the downfall - it was unbearably hot inside. I think it was hotter in the restaurant than it was outdoors. They have the kitchen heat, the to go window being open, and the AC working overtime. The restaurant couldn't get cooler and we were all sweating inside. Regardless, I still wanted to eat here to see how authentically Vietnamese it was. I loved the decor inside with the neon lights, lion dancing dragons painted on the wall, and the umbrellas dangling from the ceiling. The steps are to order your food, sit where the cashier places you, and you can grab your drinks and utensils from the side. Of course I ordered their Bo Luc Lac since that was what the restaurant was named after. I also ordered their spring rolls with nem nuong. We also got two cocktails - their tropical drink and a boo'd up. Their Bo Luc Lac was good with a lemon dressed salad. It was perfectly tender. I also enjoyed their spring rolls with the warm peanut sauce. Their tropical drink was slightly disappointing because I couldn't taste their durian in it. Their boo'd up cocktail was definitely better than the tropical. Coming from California, I'd say the Vietnamese food is better, but I loved the representation and authenticity here. Absolutely recommend trying this place out! read more

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We came here for a late lunch and ordered some salad rolls, a chicken banh mi and a vermicelli combo bowl. The food portions here are very generous and we were not able to finish everything.  We enjoyed our dishes, but if we can choose again, we would not choose the chicken banh mi because it was a little dry. If you want to find a trendy, upbeat restaurant to have some decent vietmanese food in downtown, Luc Lac is a good choice. read more

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Kudos to whoever designed the interior of the restaurant, because it is amazing! As a Vietnamese-American, it is so cool to see my culture showcased in a way that is modern/vibey and draws people in. With that being said, I do think that the food could use a bit more work. The restaurant is called Luc Lac, and so naturally I ordered their namesake dish. The beef was not very tender or juicy and the flavors overall seemed to be lacking. Portion sizes, however, are very generous, so I'll give them that. I tried the Durian Horchata and sadly could not taste any durian flavor. I know that durian can be an acquired taste (and smell), but the drink just tasted like a regular horchata with some hints of pandan. Maybe I will return to try their cocktails. read more

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Disappointed in the price and quality. The taste of the pho was okay. Also, my partners shrimp dish did not have a lot of shrimp for being $22. I was very disappointed and the Vietnamese iced coffee being told that's just how it comes and talked down to like I was dumb. I've had iced coffee, several Vietnamese places and this is the first time it's been about a tablespoon or two of liquid and almost all ice. See photo of finished beverage. For $6.50 this was massively overpriced. The ambiance is super cool which is why I think this place is rated so high. It is fun with all the decoration but not worth it for the food. read more

Luc Lac - Don't get the iced coffee it's all ice not a lot of liquid. - Vietnamese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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It was quite busy on a Friday afternoon but I was a party of 1 so I took the last seat on the bar. The service was quick and after you get your food you're pretty much on your own with filling up your own water and grabbing your own utensils and to go boxes. It worked for me bc I was alone and just stopping in for lunch! read more

Luc Lac - Pho Three Beef Cuts - Vietnamese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

We came here for dinner on a weekday evening. There was long line, we had to wait about 15 minutes. While waiting, we leaned about their unique way of taking orders. They took our drinks order and handed the drinks while we were in the line. Once we got to the register, we put in our food order and paid. The restaurant was semi self served. We got to our table few minutes after ordering. Guests also had the option to order to go and dine in the tent tables outside. The interior of the place was so stunning. There were dragon on walls, umbrellas in the ceiling, a huge full service bar. Our dishes came out within few minutes. We got the chicken skewers, chicken pho, chicken luc lac and steak rolls. We liked the small plate dishes, but the entree ones were disappointing. The chickens were chunky and dry, bland flavor. As much as we loved the vibe of the place, we didn't enjoy the food as much. The staff members were very joyful and friendly. They were explaining the process to every guest and keeping everyone informed on waiting time. During dining, they were also available to help. read more

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I was searching for yummy restaurants in Portland on Yelp and this place was high on the list. So when we stumbled by it while walking the city, we knew it was a sign to try it out. We were a little confused by the outside ordering and pickup area but once inside it was so much clear cut. Our server was kind and helpful and the whole vibe of place was electric. I was adventurous and tried out one of their coconut ginger ales and was a bit disappointed. A bit too sour and tart for my likening. But the Bah Mi was the star of the show! I would totally come back to try more items from their menu. read more

Luc Lac - Banh Mi - Pork - Vietnamese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

The decor and the vibes in the restaurant were absolutely amazing. The staff were nice and helpful. You first wait in line to order food and drink. They will only let you order if there is a table open. (Hence, there's always a line at the door). Not a bad idea for volume control and not overwork the flow. Yet the food just felt underwhelming. I had pho, broth was good, noodles were good but nothing special about it. The chicken rice platter was so dry. I could barely swallow it. The drink Thai Tea Creamosa had a twist on traditional Thai tea with cream on top. I did not like it. I found myself kept seeking that condensed milk taste. Overall a good vibe spot but I wouldn't go for food. read more

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Luc Lac is a great spot if you're craving Vietnamese food with a fun cocktail bar vibe. The moody red lighting, lantern décor, and creative drink menu make it a great place for dinner. We tried the pho, which had a rich, flavorful broth with plenty of fresh herbs. The sugar cane shrimp was delicious, generously portioned, and beautifully presented. Lemon grass stir fry and the coconut shrimp curry came with white rice and it was delicious. I also tried a specialty cocktail it was just as impressive beautifully crafted and refreshing. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and filling. Great service, generous portions, and a menu with both Vietnamese classics and unique cocktails. We'll definitely be back! read more

Luc Lac absolutely nails the vibe. From the decor to the music, the atmosphere is definitely the star of the show here. The service was also fantastic. We took forever deciding what to order, but the staff was patient, friendly, and gave us some great recommendations. Once we ordered, the food came out incredibly fast. The standout food item for us was definitely the coconut prawns. So delicious!!! We also ordered the chicken vermicelli and the tofu banh mi. The vermicelli had great flavor and the chicken was seasoned really well, but unfortunately the chicken itself was extremely dry and overcooked. The banh mi was tasty too, but also pretty dry and definitely needed the extra sauce from the table. Now the drinks... AMAZING. We ordered the Sassy Sour and the Boo'd Up and both were absolutely delicious. Overall, I'd definitely come back for the atmosphere, drinks, and appetizers. The entrees were good but didn't quite live up to the rest of the experience. read more

Luc Lac - Banh Mi - Tofu - Vietnamese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I'm in Portland for work and DoorDashed a vermicelli bowl--let me just say, WOW! It completely exceeded my expectations. The noodles and fresh veggies were the perfect combination, and the portions were incredibly generous. It came with large skewers of steak, pork, shrimp, AND chicken! Every meat was seasoned to perfection, with an amazing smoky, almost jerky-like flavor. The bowl itself was a great size, and I really appreciated that they included plenty of sauce. Best of all, my order was ready in less than 10 minutes! I'll definitely be eating here again whenever I'm in Portland. read more

Luc Lac - Vermicelli Bowl - Combo with Pork Crispy Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This place sometimes feels like a hit or miss with this last experience as being a hit, we ate it all up and took the rest to go. Portions are large and meant to be shared family style. We shared the cream cheese wontons, coconut curry with chicken spice level 2(which comes with rice), and the luc lac. Everything was deliciousss! The chicken in the curry broke apart so easily and the curry itself was very flavorful. Spice level 2 was perfect for a little kick, but not too much. The meat on the luc lac has a nice char on it and a sauce that is almost sweet. Service is quick and the vibe inside is very trendy with colorful decor and lights. Great for a night out. Previous visits have sometimes left us confused as if we ordered something different than a usual so i would say it is not too consistent but great if you catch it on a good day. read more

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This place is great and don't let the line scare you off. It moves quickly and they are super efficient. It's a cool vibe - staff is friendly and all business - it's a good combo! The food is really tasty. Fresh rolls were probably my favorite - that peanut sauce was on point! Also got a shrimp bowl- the shrimp was a little overdone but all the flavors were so vibrant that it didn't bother too much. I'd just go with a different protein next time. I'll definitely go back when I'm in Portland again and try some other stuff. Oh and the drink I had was really good- it was their play on a mojito - called a hojito with lemongrass and coconut water. read more

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I had the regular rare beef pho and it was surprisingly delicious. The broth was flavorful, the vegetables were crisp and fresh, and they gave a generous amount of rare beef. The beef was sliced thicker than I'm used to, but still very tender. The noodles weren't overcooked and had a nice chew to them. The atmosphere is trendy, loud, and high energy. It's self serve-ish, you order, get an assigned seat, get your own water and utensils, they bring your food. My only complaint is the dining area could be cleaner, especially when it comes to wiping down the tables. Overall, really good pho and I'd definitely order it again. read more

Luc Lac - Seating area of Luc Lac - Vietnamese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Just mauh. Nothing unique food was not bad but counter person recommended skewered chicken so tried it and it was breast meat which doesnt grill well on a skewer as it drys it out because its a thicker cut and not dark meat. Ban mia was okay but bread was dry and pork marinade was not authentic. Overall disappointed for the price seems like an Instagram spot very well done on the design but always nice when the food hits as well as the decor.would probably not come back. read more

Luc Lac - Menue - Vietnamese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Absolutely adore this place! I've been here one other time and both times have been so delicious and flavorful! The spring rolls are always tightly packed and all the food is made with the freshest ingredients. They have really cool interior decor with the light up menu and parasols on the ceiling. 1000% recommend to anyone visiting Portland! read more

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Honestly very disappointed with this restaurant. With such a high ranking I think I had higher expectations on the food. Their ambient was amazing. Very pretty, bright, creative, and fun. The restaurant concept is you ordered your food first and then they will find you a table. Aka pay first then you can get your food. If there's empty tables, you can go sit down and scan the QR code instead (still pay before they give you the food). vermicelli bowls include: rice noodles, romaine-cabbage-cilantro mint mix, pickled daikon carrots, bean sprouts, peanuts, shallots, and spicy fish sauce vinaigrette served with your choice of pork or veggie crispy rolls. I got the pork rolls and it wasn't as crispy as I thought it would be. I got the combination which has pork, chicken, shrimp, nem nuong pork sausage and crispy rolls. All meat seems to made ahead so it wasn't that fresh and most of the meats were cold. Tasty but cold! Luc Lac - I was told it's one of their popular dish. Cubed beef tenderloin wok seared with hennessy cognac, beurre de france, garlic, black peppercorn, served with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and tomato fried rice. The meat wasn't tender at all. Again, the flavor was there but it was cold! read more

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I don't know why this place doesn't have a higher rating. Vibes, service, taste all excellent. Only thing is the noodles were pretty broken up for mine but it was fine because the taste wasn't affected. Spring rolls with shrimp was perfectly fresh and flavorful, would definitely order them again. read more

Luc Lac - Vietnamese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

incredible steak + ambiance + cocktails. Trifecta. And what service! and delicious. Delish

Have been a big fan of Luc Lac for years but haven't visited in person since pre covid. I was surprised by all the mix ups today, especially on a Sunday well before a typical US dinner time. The order that I've ordered at least 25 times seemed to confuse them (Tom Tum Kah replace Shrimp with chicken). We also had an extra meal delivered to us. Just seemed a little off, but the food was just as good as I remember. I was with four people who had never been before and they really liked it. read more

I'm very disappointed with my experience here and their extreme lack of customer service. You order at the counter before sitting down. We were next in line but staff allowed patrons behind us to cut multiple times like we were invisible. Staff actually called groups behind us to order, so we were very confused. We mentioned it when we finally got to order and we were looked at like had 3 heads. Zero acknowledgement on that, either. While the drinks are good and we have no issues with the bartender, the staff taking orders could pay a little more attention to the line and try to be friendly. Cute spot, but loud and horrible service. I would NOT come back on the account that it was very transactional and we were skipped over a few times in line. read more

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LucLac is vibes! In between options in PDX, a local swayed me and pointed just over my shoulder to LucLac. Standing across the street, I noticed a vibrant establishment -- neon lights, r&b coming thru the speakers with a chill vibe. LucLac it was for dinner. Being a first-timer, the staff was gracious enough to help me decide on options, ultimately choosing the combination rice bowl and an order of wontons. Neither disappointed! Starting with the combination rice bowl, it's massive and plentiful in portion size. Honestly, it almost felt like too much food however its flavor went crazy! Wontons were creamy and cooked to perfection. Drinks were fairly good as well, I tried the Sassy Sour and Tropical Paradise. The tropical paradise is unique using a Dorian horchata. LucLac is even more proof of Portland's amazing food scene. Vibes pull up. read more

Love this late night spot - sure it is open all hours but for me this is the late night spot I crave. The menu is solid and yummy and the drinks are fun - the atmosphere is intentionally super cool and slick. Service is always fast and efficient. read more

Luc Lac is a Portland staple. If you're downtown late at night and craving pho, this is the place to be. The neon lights and vibrant atmosphere are a total dopamine boost, especially after a night out! I hadn't been back since their post-COVID renovation, and I was so impressed! The food is just as good as I remembered, and the ordering process is much smoother now. They have a dedicated pickup area for to-go orders, and dining in is quick and efficient, even when there's a line. I usually order the pho, but this visit I tried the lemongrass chicken over rice, and it was fantastic. The decor is fun, the service is streamlined, and the food will leave you feeling full and happy. If you're ending the night in downtown Portland, Luc Lac is the perfect late-night stop! read more

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Luc lac is such a fun trendy place. I mean, just look at it. It is an instagram paradise but it can be very busy you may have to wait in line and then wait to be seated for 5 to 15 minutes. I really enjoyed the whole experience, yes you order and pay and then they tell you which table you will be sitting at The menu is really easy, they have a great variety! We got the fried crispy roll and the Luc Lac which both were delicious. The highlight is the Hojito. The drink was so good and so fun. This place is a great party place like a birthday dinner or a great spot for friends night out! read more

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First lunch spot during my stay in Portland, and it was honestly overrated and overpriced. No disrespect because the restaurant has a really cool ambiance and the portions are super generous. I had the vermicelli combo plate and couldn't finish it. Some of the meats were better than the others. I did like the concept of ordering and then getting your table. read more

Luc Lac - Vietnamese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Very noisy with music blasting. Food below good. None of our group liked their orders. If you've ever eaten real Vietnamese food, you will know this is not it. read more

Stopped in for lunch on a road trip. This place was packed on a Friday but we were able to get seated quickly. You order at the front and then they bring the food to your table. The food came out super fast which was nice. I got the shrimp vermicelli bowl and it was delicious. I loved all the fresh vegetables that came with it. It made for a filling but light lunch. The thai teamosa was interesting. The cream was fun on top. I don't think I would get it again but mainly because it wasn't really my style. read more

Luc Lac - Interior - Vietnamese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Their green beans are to die for! You walk in and place your order and pay up front and grab your own silverware. They seat you after and your food comes out fast. Our chicken was excellent and I love that you can pick your spice level. Can't wait to return one day. read more

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After ordering the food comes out right after u sit down so like 1 min max. Red flag. The food tasted old and shrimp had an awful after taste. I had a combo rice platter with all the meats. Chicken dry, the beef was dry chewy. My partner had pho and it tasted odd and the meat tasted fake. Tooo expensive for a place with old food/out of date food. The decor is pretty cool and unique tho. read more

Love the restaurant interior. It has a very nice night life vibe that I used to enjoy when I visited asia. The Luc Lac meat is very tender and well seasoned. Borderline dry but it is good seasoning. The seasoning is a dry rub compared to traditionally saucier versions. the rice i think they used mexican rice, or at least thats what it tastes like. Rice is a bit too wet/mushy for me. Not a fan of it. Broth we ordered on the side was too salty. Restaurant service is order at the counter and then they bring it to you. Food comes out pretty quickly too. They also open til 11 which is perfect for late night food. read more

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Incredible food, huge portions and priced very well considering the area! Service is a little lackluster, they seemed annoyed anytime we'd ask for some basic condiments or a to-go container but they could've just been having an off day. read more

Luc Lac - Luc Lac - Vietnamese Near Me - Portland, Oregon