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    Pho Van Restaurant

    3.6 (581 reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese, Noodles
    Closed • 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    The whole fish is a MUST! So delicious and crunchy spring roll style

    Great food, friendly service, ambiance was nice. Had a great birthday dinner with the family.

    24. Wonton Noodles Soup
    Ingrid S.

    The service was excellent and the inside was so vibrant and nice. We had a large party of 9 on a Saturday evening and got seated immediately. There is lots of seating. The food was tasty. The fish sauce wings were a bit overcooked but had a really nice flavor. I got the turmeric egg noodle soup (#23) and really enjoyed it. The flavor was mild and I wanted a bit more zing so I added all of my lime and the table chili sauce. The ginger crème brûlée was excellent.

    Phở Lean Brisket
    Alea A.

    Nice ambience, with plenty of dining space. Service was just alright. Our server spilled sauce when setting down a plate and seemed pretty awkward about it. A male worker gave me a funny look when I asked for two to-go containers for my pho (even when I explained one for the noodles and one for the broth - because the noodles always absorb the broth overnight). We had a party of 4 and our food took forever, even though the restaurant was not busy. Our appetizer came out the same time as our entrees. The food itself was tasty. My pho was overflowing with brisket (very generous for meat lovers). Although all elements combined, the best way to describe my experience was OK.

    Oh mah gahd!
    Andrew L.

    Wow. I can't believe it took me this long to get to Pho Van. As everyone knows the ambience is TOTALLY AWESOME. And my pho was really top notch. You can tell these people really care about their restaurant. Very clean, great service, great food. A+++

    Gloria T.

    I haven't been here for a very long time. It used to be a place when you walk in and it's mostly Vietnamese, now it's mostly Caucasians. I wanted to come here for that nostalgia. This was the original pho restaurant of Portland. Vietnamese restaurants with 3 color drinks are my favorite. Decor is very nice, one of the nicest looking Vietnamese restaurants in the area. They are known to have the duck dish, which most Vietnamese restaurants don't have. Their #1 beef noodle pho wasn't at its best so I took a star off. Also because service was mediocre. There is parking.

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    Charlie T.

    It's been ages since I've been back to this location. This location has plenty of parking and the interior is spacious and very inviting. I liked that there were plants well positioned and natural light as well. I ordered the #1 (without tripe) and an iced vietnamese coffee. The coffee was pretty strong, but it gave me the boost I needed for the day. The pho was good (slightly salty for my preference), but also food is job of filling me up most of the day.

    Spilled coconut milk right when i just picked it up. Other soup and sauces spilled all over the interior of my car.
    Hsu H.

    Food was ok but the service was unacceptable. Extremely racist against their own people. Ordered some to go and the food was so badly packaged that soup and sauces spilled on me on my way to my car. Never coming back here again.

    Small - 8. Pho Lean Brisket
    Thalya C.

    Overall, this place was really good! The service was decent, not bad nor great so okay! They have good memory on taking our order though so we can't go wrong! The ambiance inside is very calm (when not super busy) and makes you feel sort of outdoors at the same time. When it's busy it's kinda loud but that's expected from any busy and good dining place. The food was overall really good, we enjoyed all our meals and would definitely go back so it's definitely recommended!

    Crispy Rolls
    Sarah M.

    Service is ok, they are quick to seat you but after ordering and bringing out your food, they don't check on you. We had to go to the front to pay. The place is very gorgeous, lots of natural light, pretty decor & ceiling fans to immerse you in the dining experience Got the pho #1, it came with lots of meat which i appreciate. Noodles were a bit too soft but not completely falling apart. Broth was not very good, didn't taste very clean. I usually go to Pho Hung but wanted to try Pho Van's pho today. It let me down. I do however love their vermicelli bowls here, they're the best in town in my opinion. Their spring rolls are so crispy & always hit the spot. But their pho is definitely not their shining dish. Overall, a great spot for vermicelli bowls & have great spring rolls (crispy rolls is what they call them here) but pho is not good here. Broth is not very clean/light tasting.

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    Emily F.

    I absolutely love this place! I specifically come in for their Che Van dessert. It's one of my absolute favorites to show people! You order and are served so quickly and the style of the building is so unique! They have plenty of tables, which makes this place a great option for large parties. I highly recommend to anyone in the area:)

    Ben C.

    Maybe the nicest setting inside for Vietnamese restaurants in PDX, definitely unique decor. Large seating area so you do not feel crowded and it is never packed. Service is friendly and attentive. Large pho bowls come out piping hot and filled with fresh veggies. Normal noodles. Not sure why it is not more popular but would easily slurp here again.

    Fiiiiish!
    John L.

    This has been one of the oldest Vietnamese restaurant in Portland. The decor is great, do is the service. Come on weekends and enjoy the while fish dish that's only available then. Otherwise the pho is spot on. One of the best decorated Vietnamese restaurants in PDX and one of the best overall in taste and variety.

    Lila C.

    The pho here is delicious and comes in a generous portion. They load it with plenty of tender meat, and the greens are fresh, crisp, and vibrant. The price feels well worth it for both the quality and quantity. The atmosphere adds to the experience too--lush tropical greenery surrounds the space, creating a relaxing, refreshing vibe.

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    Yummy food and beautiful interior setting! Also, great service. I love the roasted catfish!

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    The pho here is best I've had in Portland I can't wait to try the rest of the menu! Definitely authentic Vietnamese food.

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    Premier Vietnamese Dining! My family and I have regularly dined here for more than twenty years. Always a delightful experience.

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    My go to for pho. I was sick and decided to grubhub some. Food came timely. Delicious as always.

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    Love their Pho bowls and the variety of Vietnamese cuisine. The restaurant diffidently has the Vietnam vibe

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    Khao Moo Dang

    Khao Moo Dang

    4.6(634 reviews)
    2.6 mi•Hawthorne, Sunnyside, Southeast Portland
    •$$

    Easily the best Thai BBQ I've had! Each part of the meal pairs perfectly well with each other and…read moreis packed with immense flavor. Khao Moo Dang Pi-Set (5/5): Upgrading to the Pi-Set is worth the extra $3, which comes with all the standard options plus extra eggs, juicy dumplings, tender yu choy, and a side of bone broth. The five-spice pork is super tender and tastes very similar to char siu. The pork belly had a great crunch and was perfectly salty, which contrasted well with the sweet Chinese sausage. The dumplings are really juicy and justify the upgrade on its own, in addition to complementing the side of bone broth. Everything ties together when coated in their signature Khao Moo Dang sauce, which rounds out the rich meats with the perfect amount of sweetness. Logistics Tip: Takeout packaging holds up well, keeping the crispy pork belly from getting soggy on the ride home while ensuring the broth stays piping hot. Upgrading to the Pi-Set version further improves an already generous meal into an expansive dish that can easily satisfy a huge appetite.

    Wow. I think this meal is one of the best meals I've ever eaten. I was visiting with some friends…read moreand we'd all seen the hype about this place online so we decided to give it a try. I don't eat pork so I opted for one of the vegetarian options and I was not disappointed. The #22 Tofu Curry Noodle was so flavorful and absolutely delicious. Service was also extremely fast even though it was busy! Highly recommend this dish for vegetarians or not!

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    Stretch The Noodle

    Stretch The Noodle

    4.3(534 reviews)
    4.8 mi•Downtown, Southwest Portland
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    Midtown Beer Garden delivers some delicious, authentic Chinese food and Stretch the Noodle is…read moredefinitely another food cart I'd highly recommend for their beef noodle soup. As their name denotes, their noodles are hand-pulled. While their menu is limited, this just means that they can focus their efforts on creating quality dishes. For only $14, the beef noodle soup is quite reasonably priced, and actually a full meal. I've had an experience with a food cart in the past where the portion size did not reflect the price point, but not here. The beef noodle soup here is on par at what you'd get at a sit-down restaurant. It's packed with tender beef, plenty of noodles, veggies, and a piping hot broth. Chili oil was unnecessary, as it already came with some on top. The broth itself was clear, yet still had the correct spices that beef noodle soup is known for. This food cart was pretty popular. Other patrons were ordering some of the dry noodle dishes such as the noodle salad or dan dan noodles. Everything from their kitchen looked so good, but as a soup kinda gal, I'm glad I ultimately went with the beef noodle soup. While I cannot speak for the flavor profiles of the other dishes Stretch the Noodle has to offer, from my experience enjoying the beef noodle soup, it's safe to say that I was very happy with my lunch and would love to return to this food cart the next time we visit PDX. Additionally, as I try to be eco-conscious, my food was served in a reusable container, which I saved after devouring my meal and washed instead of throwing it out.

    My husband mentioned wanting to try this place months ago and the hours of the cart have made it…read moredifficult to get to. I finally found a time to come by, and ordered a couple of dishes. I ordered the Biang Biang noodles for myself and requested mild spice. I love that you get to customize the spiciness because I was a little worried the chili oil noodles would be too spicy. The hand-stretched noodles have the best texture and the flavor was indescribable, honestly. One order was almost 3 meals for me (I don't eat big lunches) and the quality was unmatched. It's only been a week since I went to the cart and I've been craving it again ever since. I didn't even take a picture of my meal, I just dove in. The smell was just too tantalizing. My only complaint is that the hours make it difficult to get over there, but if I plan it right I can make it work and the food is well worth the effort.

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    Beef lo Mein and a rice lager from the beer cart, yum!

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    Xin Ding Dumpling House - Pork Xiao Long Bao Soup Dumplings

    Xin Ding Dumpling House

    4.2(425 reviews)
    4.6 mi•Old Town - Chinatown, Southwest Portland
    •$$

    a/c broken, not going back. Hot and uncomfortable. Good was ok. Sweating like a pig. Miserable…read moreexperience

    I've had Xin Ding Dumpling House bookmarked for over a year, so I was excited to finally cross it…read moreoff my list while visiting family. Since we had our dog with us, we ordered everything to go and enjoyed it back at our hotel just down the street. Just a heads up if you're planning the same, there wasn't any outdoor dining available. Being from the SF Bay Area, one of the first things we looked for was Har Gow and Siu Mai, but they weren't labeled the way we're used to. After asking, we found out the Crystal Shrimp Dumplings are their Har Gow, and the Shrimp Siu Mai contains pork, which was exactly what we were looking for. We ordered two of each. We also ordered two Beef Chow Fun, Combination Fried Rice, Eggplant with Minced Pork, Sweet & Sour Spare Ribs, and three pear sodas. The dim sum absolutely hit the spot. The Har Gow and Siu Mai were well seasoned, nicely prepared, and exactly what we had been craving. The Beef Chow Fun was another winner. We were glad we ordered two because we found ourselves reaching for it more than the fried rice. The Eggplant with Minced Pork was also delicious. The eggplant was cooked perfectly -- tender without becoming mushy -- and the seasoning was right on point. I'm also glad we changed our order from the House Special Spare Ribs to the Sweet & Sour Spare Ribs. Unlike many versions, these weren't battered and fried, so the pork maintained a great texture while still being coated in a flavorful sweet and sour sauce. One unexpected favorite was the pear soda. It's made with Asian pear, so the flavor is much lighter and more refreshing than the sweeter pear sodas we're used to. The only hiccup? They're bottled with a traditional cap, and since we were staying in a hotel, we quickly realized we didn't have a bottle opener. Let's just say we got a little creative. One thing I really appreciated was that the staff noticed our large takeout order and packed it thoughtfully. They included six extra takeout containers, plenty of forks, chopsticks, and napkins, which ended up being incredibly helpful since we were eating in a hotel room with no paper plates or utensils. It's a small gesture, but one that definitely didn't go unnoticed. Overall, we were really happy with our meal. This place lived up to being on my bookmark list for over a year, and I'd happily come back the next time we're staying in downtown Portland.

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    The Bulgogi DuKuhBee Noodles - Du Kuh Bee Noodle

    The Bulgogi DuKuhBee Noodles

    4.3(490 reviews)
    2.7 mi•Hollywood, Northeast Portland
    •$$

    Hands down the best meal we had in Oregon. The food had SO much flavor. We ordered bulgogi japchae…read moreand the chicken du kuh bee hand pulled noodle. The portions were beyond generous, and each meal had nothing lacking. The meat in both dishes was tender and juicy, the noodles were cooked perfectly, soft but with a chew, and everything came out fast! The chicken noodle was more savory, and the japchae was a bit sweeter, but still standing with a savory component. We also ordered chicken dumplings and they were perfect. Crispy but nice on the inside, and whatever the sauce was that came with it is something I will continue to think about weekly. We were on vacation from the east coast and wish we found this place sooner in the trip. The restaurant is tiny and is all self serve, but the gentleman who brought out our dishes was very kind. I will say I don't know the area well, but there were pockets of the neighborhood that didn't feel the safest.

    Honestly, this was some of the worst Korean food I've ever had. The chicken wings were literally…read moreundercooked all the way to the bone, which is completely unacceptable. The noodle dish was equally disappointing, with almost no flavor at all. The only thing this restaurant had going for it was that the food came out quickly. Unfortunately, fast doesn't make up for poorly cooked and flavorless food. We definitely won't be coming back.

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    Casual and comfy

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    Paik’s Noodle - Jajangmyeon

    Paik’s Noodle

    4.0(111 reviews)
    10.4 mi•Southwest Portland
    •$$

    I honestly crave the tangseyuk here often *writing this at 4am due to cravings *…read more A popular chain in Korea, they have a various ways you can enjoy jjangmyung or its spicy seafood counter part. They also serve rice dishes. As a blackbean noodle addict I can attest this is the best place hands down. They use potato starch in their batter for their pork which makes it so deliciously crispy but with that mochi type of bite. The jjang sauce is thick and doesn't disintegrate so you're able to dip the pork in it. Service is good and they give you free pickled radish! You can also ask for cut onion in vinegar if you're a die hard~

    I ordered takeout from Paik's Noodle since it was conveniently located near my accommodation. I…read moretried their most popular dish, Jajangmyeon, along with sweet and sour pork (the second most popular item) and spicy chicken. The spicy chicken was actually quite good and flavorful. However, the dish I was most excited about, the Jajangmyeon, was disappointing -- the flavor was very mild and lacked depth. Unfortunately, the sweet and sour pork was not good at all. While it was battered and fried, most pieces were almost entirely batter with very little actual pork inside, which was quite disappointing. On a positive note, the staff were very friendly, and I really liked the clean and pleasant atmosphere of the restaurant. However, because the food did not meet my expectations overall, I'm giving this place

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