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Mekha Restaurant

4.2 (566 reviews)
Closed 9:00 am - 8:30 pm
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Moderate noise
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Good for kids

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Karen C.

We stopped here for an early dinner before heading to the airport and were intrigued by the Cambodian Vietnamese menu. I ordered the turmeric rice with grilled chicken served in a clay pot, one sister had the bun bo hue with glass noodles, and the other chose the dry Phnom Penh noodles. My turmeric rice was phenomenal. I especially loved the crispy layer at the bottom of the clay pot. I also tried both of my sisters' dishes. The bun bo hue was good, though a bit sweeter than I prefer. The dry noodles were exceptional, and I can see why they are a popular choice. Prices were comparable to what I am used to, so no surprises there. The service stood out as well. The staff was attentive, refilling our water without being asked and checking in to make sure everything was to our liking. It is clear they care about customer experience and making sure guests enjoy their meal.

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Charlie T.

This is always a solid place to come for some food, especially their Phnom Penh Noodle Soup. I did notice this time after ordering my regular item that they did have some newer stuff (new to me) on the menu. I will have to try it out next time for sure.

4A. Caramelized Chicken Wings Cnh G Chin Nc Mm
Samantha C.

Wow... just wow. We've been searching for the Cambodian chicken wings similar to what we had in Vancouver BC and this is the closest we found! So much umami. We also had a bowl of their rice and egg Phnom Penh noodles with seafood. Can't identify any of the flavors but boy was it delicious. And the serving is huge so don't be put off by the price!! The restaurant is spacious and clean. Has a family-run vibe to it. Excellent service. Next time we'll probably try a dessert!

Pho ga
Leif B.

My neighborhood/NE PDX go to for Vietnamese food! Delicious food, and a lot of verity. Super nice staff, and a nice relaxed environment. Food always comes quickly and super fresh and delicious. I like to come here for standard Vietnamese options, but as I have branched out over time I have found everything on the menu is awesome! Highly recommend the turmeric chicken In clay pot, not something I would order, but my gf loves it and it's now one of my favorites on the menu! Highly recommend!

#2. Egg Rolls/Chả Giò $12.95 #37. Vietnamese Turmeric Noodles/Mì Quảng $19.95
Nikky B.

A hidden gem for hard-to-find comfort dishes blending Vietnamese and Kampuchean flavors. I've dined at Mekha multiple times over the past two years, both solo and with friends, and it continues to be a go to spot for hard to find Southeast Asian comfort dishes. Their menu blends Kampuchean and Vietnamese cuisine, which makes for a refreshingly unique experience in the Portland food scene. Favorites include: Bánh Tằm Bì, Chuối Nướng, Vietnamese yogurt (served in adorable glass jars). And the standout: Pandan flan, hands down one of the best I've had anywhere. Their Ube and Classic flans are decent. They also offer signature noodle dishes like Mì Quảng and Hủ Tiếu Nam Vang. My only wish? That they'd switch from frozen liver to fresh in the Hủ Tiếu. The current version tends to be overcooked after thawing, which takes away from the overall balance of the bowl. In general, their flavor profile leans on the sweeter side, which aligns with traditional Kampuchean cuisine, so just a heads up if you prefer savory forward dishes. Other things I appreciate: - There's a separate lounge area for guests to dine or hang out. - They offer a small credit for returning the glass jars used for yogurt and flan (redeemable only at checkout, no accumulating credit). - Free street parking is available, but the surrounding area isn't well lit at night. If you're dining alone, especially as a female, do park directly in front of the restaurant for better visibility and peace of mind. Mekha strikes a special balance between nostalgic flavors, thoughtful presentation, and a low-key, welcoming vibe. Definitely worth checking out if you're looking for more than your usual phở and bánh mì fare. Sufficient service with pack your own station for leftovers.

Jonathan Y.

So glad we tried this place. Overall experience was amazing. The decor, the workers, the service was all amazing. Both hosts were so funny and friendly joke around, smiling and gave Vietnamese uncle vibes. I had the pho and egg soda. The egg soda was delicious and creamy and you really tasted the condensed milk. The pho was probably top 2 phos I had in Oregon. Portions amazing with a lot of meat and the broth was hearty. We ordered a side of wings too and it was honestly so much food. Definitely will come here again! The bar is also so cool with really cool bottles of alcohol.

Rachel L.

YUM! This place has been on my list for awhile, and I can't call it a hidden gem because it was very apparent that they're well-known in the community. They have a huge wall of postcards from folks traveling all around the world. I got the broken rice with porkchop, shredded pork, and pork patty, which was recommended by my server. This is one of my favorite dishes in general, but theirs was something special. The flavor of their shredded pork was delicious and I loved that they had fried onions on the porkchop. The porkchop was also very tender. Service was great! They took my order as soon as I was ready, and my food came out quickly. They have a to-go table convenient for grabbing boxes/containers for leftovers. Will be back!

once you go Bún Bò Huế...you never go back!
Yasmine E.

y'all! this is one of my go to spots, and today my gurl, gia pointed me to their Bún Bò Huế and it was unreal - rich, spicy, and hits exactly where it should. she's always so lovely, on point with the recs, and makes the whole experience feel easy. this spot never misses, especially with gia taking care of you.

Beef pho w/tendon
Steve V.

Really like this place. Artsy exterior with bohemian interior. Menu features Phnom Penh specialties. Have tried the bun with charbroiled pork and egg roll, and the Beef Pho with tendon. Both delicious. Service is always great. Appreciate the water pitchers at each table. Fast becoming one of my favorite stops in the area.

Devin R.

If I'm in NE i always try to stop here. The service is always fast and attentive. They have a great cocktail menu and the portions are very good. I particularly like their vermicelli.

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Patrick D.

Service was pretty slow compared to other places me and the missus go. Food is good and the decor is nice. Although the decorations made it feel more like a Thai place to us.

52. Thick Noodle, Tossed with Herbs, Creamy Coconut Milk & Grilled Pork
Jesse C.

Decent Vietnamese food but also pretty pricey in my opinion. I got the #40 broken rice plate. I don't think I've ever had one that was nearly $21, and it didn't even come with the soup ='( the rice plate was good but also tasted like a rice plate at any other Vietnamese restaurant in Portland. I wouldn't order the banana sticky rice with coconut sauce again. It barely had banana in it, and it didn't have much taste to it despite its name. However, I will say the hu tieu here is pretty good and food came out fairly quick.

10. Rice Phnom Penh Noodles H Tiu Nam Vang, Combination meats and sub glass noodles
Kathy V.

Food here is always delicious and hot! When I am craving a comforting meal, I go for the 10A with soup and glass noodles. The broth is light and flavorful. Not too salty and not too sweet, it's just right. The bowl is filled with lots of meat and noodles. Addition of veggies brings it over the top. Service is quick and to the point. The waitress was very kind and attentive. A local shop that's filled with plants and a great place for family meals. I would definitely recommend checking them out!

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The best pho in town. Love the restaurant vibe very zen and comfortable there. The service has always been good.

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