Screen Door was our destination of choice for a celebratory meal! I've heard only good things and…read morerarely eat Southern food, so I was truly in for a treat and not disappointed. First off, what a stylish, refined-yet-casual atmosphere. Love the layout of the restaurant; it was bright and spacious. They have a variety of tables and booths for various party sizes, plus outdoor dining! All the staff were smiling, kind, and friendly! Our food and drinks came out very quickly. We ordered a good share of items since we wanted to try a variety of things! From the happy hour menu, we got the Boudin Balls and Romaine Wedge Salad. From their dinner menu, we ordered the Virginia Ham Deviled Eggs (upgraded), Local Fried Green Tomatoes, Yellow Grits, Crawfish Etouffee, and Chicken and Waffles Two Pieces. It was my first time trying most of these things. My favorite app was the fried green tomatoes; they weren't wet, were nicely breaded, and were well seasoned. All the fried items were perfectly fried! The eggs, since we upgraded to trout roe, were very salty. The boudin balls were dense, savory, and meaty--not my personal favorite. I enjoyed trying the grits, but my favorite was the crawfish! It was sweet and savory, the sauce was a good consistency, and the portion was generous. The chicken and waffles were fabulous--I can see why they're popular! I don't normally eat this, but it was the perfect mix of savory and sweet; I loved the sweet potato too! Screen Door is a popular spot in Portland, and I can see why! It's a must-visit for visitors and tourists. You'll find it in the Pearl District, off Couch Street.

Had an overall great experience at Screen Door! The wait was long, but with Powell's right down the…read moreblock, it's easy to spend time elsewhere while you wait. Of everything we ordered, the shrimp and grits and the fried chicken and biscuits with mushroom gravy were divine. Definitely worth the wait! We got the summer scramble and it was decent. Overall, we had a good experience and I'd go back for more!

Walked in Thurs. morning. We were seated right away. Waitress came by with coffee (good start). I…read moreneed coffee before talking. :) Great service from beginning to end. Food 5/5 Let's talk about the quality of food at this place! Good coffee, locally sourced orange juice, pillowy biscuits, and their egg yolk was ORANGE. If you know, you know. I had the shrimp and grits. Buttery and cheesy grits, but not overwhelmingly heavy. Shrimp cooked to perfection and the sauce...the SAUCE was amazing. Flavor overload. Cinnamon rolls togo - Not overwhelmingly sweet. Perfect for that sweet tooth.

I got the normal chicken and waffles, the chicken was amazing! But the waffle was... a waffle. The…read moreside of potatoes i got was also very good. My friends enjoyed their meals aswell The outdoor ambiance with the heater above us was amazing and the service was super good, the server noticed my potatoes came out a lil light and brought another plate.

If you are craving a hearty, comforting breakfast Grits n Gravy is the perfect spot. I would…read moreanticipate a potential wait on weekends, as I went on a Sunday morning at 9:30am and got the last two person table available. The ambiance is welcoming and fun. The walls are full of bright, colorful artwork that is for sale and made by the resident artist. The uptown shrimp & grits are a must order. They were decadent, rich in flavor, and cheesy. The country boy breakfast was also a delicious option. I enjoyed the creamy and well seasoned gravy that comes on top of it.

Had to drop by and bring a friend in breakfast. Wednesday morning and it wasn't busy at all we got…read moreseated at the immediately. Typically it's standing room only... Met the cook who's now the New Owner of this place!! He sat down and chatted with us . Very friendly and service this morning was just as good as our last visit. Food of course just as good

Update :: go support this business they're going to be going out of business beginning July 2026!!…read more This was our first time trying Miss Delta, and honestly, we were surprised by how good everything was. The collard greens were some of the best I've had - perfectly seasoned, greens perfectly cut well and full of flavor. The fried oysters were massive, crispy and delicious. Don't skip on the banana pudding here! We also stopped in during Taco Week and their taco special was a 10/10. The restaurant itself is casual, quick service, with both indoor and outdoor seating. We grabbed a spot on the patio and spent the afternoon people-watching while enjoying some seriously tasty southern food.

This was a treasure to find. We found this when we had attempted to go to Gravy's for brunch but…read moredon't want to wait. We walked in to Miss Delta and were seated right away. The entire menu looked delicious so we had a hard time choosing what to try. Just means we have to go back. I really appreciated we were told what they had run out of as we were given the menus. We tried the Shrimp and Grits and Country Fried Steak. The seasoning on everything was spot on. Service was quick and friendly. If you have a hankering for some delicious southern inspired food this is a must try. Can't wait to go back and experience the BBQ.

When I say my taste buds experienced bliss, I mean it. The food here is delicious! I think they…read morehave the best collard greens I've ever had and that's saying a lot since I come from a long line of black women who make amazing collards. The Mac and cheese is on point and the yams are to die for. I also tried a piece of their ribs and I gave them an extra tip because it was soooo good. I live close by so this place is very dangerous for me. I'm already planning my next trip. Lol! The service is also great! I can't wait to try more items off the menu. I'm already dreaming of their catfish!

I'm in heaven. My 11 year old and I shared a combo plate with catfish and ribs, she wanted fries…read morefor a side and I got collard greens. The ribs were to die for, the catfish perf crispy and flaky, the fries were lightly seasoned, and the collards were spicy and delicious! Perfection!

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

OOO MAN! those biscuits were so light and fluffy and warm, and with the whipped butter…read more.. my boyfriend and i went there; i got the diner plate, with eggs (over medium), fried chicken, collard greens, and a delicious biscuit. he got the reggie, a classic biscuit sandwich with this rich gravy, fried chicken, and egg. everything was so flavorful and savory. the collard greens especially surprised me as they were just drenched in flavor. atmosphere was hip, and the open air set up made it super breezy and light. the music was on point. servers were so helpful and friendly! certainly check it out if you're in the area and in need of a flaky, warm, fluffy biscuit!

Pro-tip: They use the cash app so you can get some cash back from dining here…read more Highlights: Definitely get the shiitake mushroom gravy - it's the right amount of savory and creamy. I also thought the fried chicken was fried really well, but still super juicy and tender on the inside. Service is quick and very friendly. Lowlights: I wish they had different portion sizes because one biscuit sandwich is honestly pretty heavy and filling for me.

We have tried their pot boss platter it was good for too if…read moreyour at really hungry, Brisket, pulled port and ribs, links were nice and smoky, Tried their vinegar coleslaw and it's must try with this lot of meat meal, Table has 4 sauces and mustard one and bbq(little hot) are also a good try. It's small local casual place with street side parking. Good service and friendly staff Check came with a default 18% tip

We had a mixed experience here. We'd been looking forward to trying this place for quite a while…read more We ordered the Pit Boss, quarter bird, wings, smoked prime rib, green chili mac and cheese, and fries. Unfortunately, the brisket and chicken quarter were quite dry, while the other meats were really good. The smoked prime rib was the highlight. It's flavorful, and definitely worth trying. It's available only on Saturdays. Service was great, and the place was quite crowded when we arrived on Saturday evening. One thing that came as a surprise at the end was the gratuity automatically added to the bill for a party of four. We always tip and completely understand an automatic gratuity for larger groups, but for a party of four, I feel this should be left to the customer's discretion.

I literally cannot believe that this place has an accumulated 4.3 stars. I'm in Portland for a week…read moreand to facilitate my schedule, I am eating at two quick restaurants each day. This has been my favorite so far. The food was amazing. I had The Reggie and it checked every box. The chicken was perfect. The biscuit was as good as they get. And, the balance of overall textures/flavors was amazing. The service was prompt. The staff genuinely friendly and putting off all of the welcoming and happy vibes. The staff was enjoying each other and "locked-in" to an efficient groove serving a packed Saturday crowd. I don't generally take the time to do reviews but this one was so much better than what the "stars" represented that it seemed unjust not to do one in this case.

My wife and I have been to Pine State biscuits in Reno and loved it, so when we had the opportunity…read moreto go to one in Portland, of course we had to go. It was as good as the one in Reno, definitely Not disappointed. The place was smaller, and had an open air seating area in addition to inside seating, the service was fast and friendly, and the food was amazing, as expected. My wife got the hash ups, which is her goto choice in this restaurant, I went for the moneyball, which is biscuits and gravy with eggs on top. It was fantastic. If you ever get a chance to visit any of their locations, do it! You won't regret it.

Fried chicken is *very nice*. Dan Dan fries with Sichuan peanut sauce is REALLY VERY NICE. And the…read moreice cream mix-in this week was Strawberry Kool-ade, which was an amazingly good formulation. Prices are not cheap, and an extra $1 for a little cup of extra peanut sauce really feels like nickle-and-diming to an unpleasant extreme. Seating is common with a few other small places, comfortable enough. Outdoor covered seating is lovely if the weather coöperates.

Basilisk is another of those Portland restaurants I regularly visited on work trips to the city in…read morethe 2010s. It's been around 7 or 8 years since my last visit but I remember the fried chicken sandwiches coming with two thick, juicy, fried boneless thighs. I found it difficult to eat more than half a sandwich given the size and excess meat. Usually I would end up pulling one thigh out and saving it for later! I decided to visit again on a recent weekend trip to Portland, arriving for an early dinner at around 4:30 PM. It was surprisingly busy, with at least a quarter of the seats taken in the shared seating pool even though it was so early in the day. Luckily there wasn't a line to order and the food came out within 15 minutes. Fried Chicken Sandwich ($13) - Just as how I remembered, this sandwich is still huge with two breaded and fried thighs on a bed of lightly dressed, crunchy cole slaw. It's really tall and doesn't compress well due to the abundant crunchy elements throughout. There's the bun that's heavily toasted until extremely, almost aggressively, crisp and almost dark golden brown, absolutely doused in butter a la Texas toast. There are house pickles on the bottom bun, very quickly pickled such that it develops no acidity, but changes to that crunchy yet soggy pickle texture. The two chicken thighs are expertly breaded until full of crags and valleys, seasoned well, and fried until crisp. The crispy quality is of a lighter variety rather than a hard crunch, very delicate as compared to a typical flour based fried chicken dredge. The chicken is different from what I remembered. Instead of being juicy full thighs, almost an inch thick at the meatiest, these patties are thin, sad, like a single thigh butterflied and cut into fourths width-wise. The breading is far thicker than the chicken itself - in fact the chicken almost is an afterthought here, completely getting lost in all the breading and everything else in the sandwich. Seriously, look at some of the photos from other Yelpers taken in 2016 and 2017 and compare to my cross section photo. It's a huge difference. I bet it's a cost cutting measure and it certainly isn't an appreciated change. Maybe it's just a sign of the times - while the 2010s air waves thumped with 'All About That Bass," the thick thighs have now unfortunately been 2020s Ozempic zapped. The major downside of the sandwich is surprisingly the bun. It's by far the most dominant component of the sandwich. It's the crunchiest element and the butter flavor completely overwhelms the taste buds. This is why fried chicken sandwiches are usually served on soft and pillowy buns, or at least buns that are only lightly toasted, so the bread can focus on and cradle the crunch element rather than supersede it. This is the first time that I can recall a sandwich where the bun is the dominant entity. (3/5) Dandan Fries ($10) - These fries are deceptively filling. They're really snackable and give a distinct moreish quality. It's like a snack where I absentmindedly keep reaching in the bag for more and suddenly it's completely empty. The fries combine a somewhat lightly fried potato, a delicate crisp on the outside and an extremely fluffy almost fall-apart tender inside, with a nutty, spicy, and mouth tingly mala sauce. The sauce is thick, rich, filled with fatty goodness. It's actually a really good glue, adhering the crushed peanuts on the fries so well, nothing falls off while lifting the fries out of the bowl. I especially love the mini cornichons mixed into the fries. They add just a bit of sweetness and acidity that balances so well with the fatty dandan inspired sauce. Without them, I think the dish would feel far too rich. With them, the fries go down the gullet at a quick rate. (5/5) I can't help but feel a little disappointed at Basilisk. It's another one of those places that seems to have decided to sacrifice quality in order to keep prices relatively low. While I enjoyed the Dandan Fries, I'm not sure that's enough of a draw to get me to revisit. Bathrooms - Four unisex rooms shared with the other establishments in the building. Requires code to enter.