Pintothai MLK

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Keizzel C.

I think I found one of my new go to food carts whenever I am craving Pad See Ew! I'm glad a cancelled DD order from another Thai restaurant happened otherwise I probably would not have checked out Pinto for lunch. I got my usual beef pad see ew and chicken fried rice and it was enough to share between two people. If you know me, I enjoy my pad see ew noodles on the drier sauce and brown. Pintothai didn't disappoint and they were nice and chewy without being overcooked and had plenty of flavor (more on the sweet side). The noodles didn't have any excess sauce so it was perfect for me! The only thing was that the beef wasn't the most tender but still pretty good. As for the rice, it was also tasty! Rice was flavored well and was a little saucier which wasn't bad since it was absorbed really well. Both dishes held up well as leftovers the next day too. Would be keen to try other dishes as well but will likely always get the pad see ew as one of the mains.

I struggle finding good Thai food, having lived next door (Malaysia). Recommended the pad tom yum, and it's really good. A touch sweeter than what I'd find in country, but delish. To be fair, I've never had Thai food in the US that wasn't too sweet. Flavors on point, and definitely felt they nailed the flavors. Used the lime that came with to cut some of the sweetness out, and it's among the best in Portland

Athena G.

If I'm being honest, I would give this place 3.5 stars, but there is no option for half stars on the Yelp app. I started out with the golden crab, which was very disgusting, frankly. While beautiful and fried to be a perfect golden color, the filling was 90% cream cheese, 10% crab. Not worth the money, and I ended up throwing out the other three after eating the first. However, the dish that saved this review was the duck curry!! The duck was cooked beautifully and was very tender. The skin was absolutely perfect too. I loved the broth and the mixture of flavors. It was a little spicy, but not so much it disturbed the dish. The rice was cooked well. Not to mention, the kind lady who took my order was extremely friendly and the service was quick! I hope to come back and try this cart again. Maybe the mixture for the golden crab filling was off today, so I'm giving a generous 4 stars in hopes that it was a fluke.

Matt E.

I came to this pod to eat at another cart, but when I walked past and saw that they had duck curry on special, my plans quickly changed. Who has two thumbs and likes duck? This guy. Well, the TLDR is that it just wasn't that great. The duck was fine, but so overpowered by the sauce and such that you didn't really pick up that flavor. I think it's because the curry was just SOOO sweet. There has to be a ton of sugar in it, and then they go and add pineapple. It was too sweet for me to finish and once I passed it off to my friend (a total curry fiend) he agreed. I wish I had gotten more than just this one dish, so that I could base my opinion on more. But this being their special, it left me with little desire to return. There's so much Thai in this city, I doubt I'll be back to give these folks another chance.

Lilah S.

Needed Thai to help me with my mild hangover... it wasnt super cheap but what is these days? I got the eggplant with veggies and the tofu salad rolls and both satisfied me! Veggies weren't over cooked, sauce couldve been spicier but it was still yummy! The salad rolls couldve used some basil or something but I am very pro shredduce so they also hit the spot. The woman who helped me was incredibly friendly and my food came out in like 10 minutes. Ill be back!

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Loren P.

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My husband and I had just finished visiting the waterfalls and fish hatchery at the Columbia River Gorge and were pretty hungry. It was in the middle of a heat wave in August during our anniversary trip, but that didn't stop us from visiting Park the Carts. I love eating from various food carts and PDX has so much to offer in terms of selections. I hadn't had Thai food in a hot minute, and Pinto Thai was open. The pad tom yum caught my eye, as I've never seen it offered before. I decided to order it medium spicy with pork. The lady working the food cart was friendly, and my food was ready in less than 10 minutes. The container was extremely hot, which was a good sign. Maybe borderline too hot to grab, just something to note. My pad tom yum was served with fresh bean sprouts and a slice of lime, which I quickly squeezed on to the noodles. The dish was great, and while I didn't exactly taste as much tom yum flavor as I expected, I had zero complaints about the freshness of the ingredients. The pork was perfectly cooked and the noodles were springy and had a great texture. The spice level was also perfect for me. For what I paid, it was also a pretty big portion, and I had leftovers. Since it was a pretty hot afternoon, there were only a few other people at Park the Carts, which meant we had a quiet dining experience. Park the Carts also isn't very big, so I can imagine it getting pretty busy on a cooler day. The next time I visit PDX, I'm definitely coming back to Pinto Thai. I really want to try their curry or fried rice! read more

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Kyra K.

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Got delivered by Uber Eats. Everything was hot and delicious! Got the duck and rice, the duck was juicy and crispy. The red curry with tofu was spicy and hot and so so tasty. The salad roll was good but I've had better. The Thai iced tea was refreshing and yummy read more

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Terry C.

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(4.7 stars - because perfection is boring and I need something to dream about) Came into NE MLK's Pinto Thai on the soggy Wednesday before Thanksgiving looking like a drowned raccoon who lost a fight with an umbrella. Portland was doing its annual "let's remind everyone why we own 17 gore-tex jackets" impression, and I needed something to remind my soul that joy still exists. Enter the Chicken Massaman Curry: a glorious, golden-brown hug in a bowl. The sauce is rich, peanutty, and just sweet enough to feel like the universe is apologizing for the weather. Potatoes so tender they basically melt and wave goodbye on the way down, chicken that's clearly been treated with the respect it deserves, and that little whisper of cinnamon that makes you go "oh hello, fancy meeting you here." I ordered it medium spice because I'm a responsible adult (lies - I'm a chaos gremlin), and it delivered the perfect cozy kick: warm enough to defrost my fingers without making me regret my life choices. Ate it so fast I forgot table manners exist, then spent five minutes just staring lovingly at the empty bowl like it owed me rent. Bonus points: the staff/cook was cute and greeted me like I wasn't a dripping mop. Only docking 0.3 stars because now I have to wait a whole day before I can justify coming back without looking like I have a problem. 11/27/25 will be daydreaming about this curry while pretending to care about turkey tomorrow. Pinto Thai on MLK, you absolute legends -- thank you for making a cold, wet, pre-Thanksgiving Portland day feel like winning the lottery. See you... soon. Too soon. Send help (or more massaman) green curry next time. read more

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Rayna A.

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Solid Thai. The green curry with tofu is my favorite in Portland so far. I live sharing it with my friends when they really think they want red or yellow. They try this green and it becomes a thing -- I love it. Also, this is the fasted food for a great price! read more

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Renata P.

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Used to be my go to Thai place but seems like the quality has gone significantly. Last couple of times I ordered the food was close to inedible :(. Please do better.. read more

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Keizzel C.

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I think I found one of my new go to food carts whenever I am craving Pad See Ew! I'm glad a cancelled DD order from another Thai restaurant happened otherwise I probably would not have checked out Pinto for lunch. I got my usual beef pad see ew and chicken fried rice and it was enough to share between two people. If you know me, I enjoy my pad see ew noodles on the drier sauce and brown. Pintothai didn't disappoint and they were nice and chewy without being overcooked and had plenty of flavor (more on the sweet side). The noodles didn't have any excess sauce so it was perfect for me! The only thing was that the beef wasn't the most tender but still pretty good. As for the rice, it was also tasty! Rice was flavored well and was a little saucier which wasn't bad since it was absorbed really well. Both dishes held up well as leftovers the next day too. Would be keen to try other dishes as well but will likely always get the pad see ew as one of the mains. read more

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Bruno B.

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I love to explore flavors that are new to me, especially Asian flavors. But when it comes to Thai, I find that I always order Pad Se Ew. There's something about the thick noodles, soy flavors, broccoli and a big dab of chili sauce that makes me happy. Pintothai is close to my house, gives a healthy serving, and it is one of the best versions I've had in town so far. read more

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I struggle finding good Thai food, having lived next door (Malaysia). Recommended the pad tom yum, and it's really good. A touch sweeter than what I'd find in country, but delish. To be fair, I've never had Thai food in the US that wasn't too sweet. Flavors on point, and definitely felt they nailed the flavors. Used the lime that came with to cut some of the sweetness out, and it's among the best in Portland read more

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Sharon Y.

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Great quality and portion size for the price. The lady was also so kind when I went to pick up my order :)

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Athena G.

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If I'm being honest, I would give this place 3.5 stars, but there is no option for half stars on the Yelp app. I started out with the golden crab, which was very disgusting, frankly. While beautiful and fried to be a perfect golden color, the filling was 90% cream cheese, 10% crab. Not worth the money, and I ended up throwing out the other three after eating the first. However, the dish that saved this review was the duck curry!! The duck was cooked beautifully and was very tender. The skin was absolutely perfect too. I loved the broth and the mixture of flavors. It was a little spicy, but not so much it disturbed the dish. The rice was cooked well. Not to mention, the kind lady who took my order was extremely friendly and the service was quick! I hope to come back and try this cart again. Maybe the mixture for the golden crab filling was off today, so I'm giving a generous 4 stars in hopes that it was a fluke. read more

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Matt E.

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I came to this pod to eat at another cart, but when I walked past and saw that they had duck curry on special, my plans quickly changed. Who has two thumbs and likes duck? This guy. Well, the TLDR is that it just wasn't that great. The duck was fine, but so overpowered by the sauce and such that you didn't really pick up that flavor. I think it's because the curry was just SOOO sweet. There has to be a ton of sugar in it, and then they go and add pineapple. It was too sweet for me to finish and once I passed it off to my friend (a total curry fiend) he agreed. I wish I had gotten more than just this one dish, so that I could base my opinion on more. But this being their special, it left me with little desire to return. There's so much Thai in this city, I doubt I'll be back to give these folks another chance. read more

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Lilah S.

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Needed Thai to help me with my mild hangover... it wasnt super cheap but what is these days? I got the eggplant with veggies and the tofu salad rolls and both satisfied me! Veggies weren't over cooked, sauce couldve been spicier but it was still yummy! The salad rolls couldve used some basil or something but I am very pro shredduce so they also hit the spot. The woman who helped me was incredibly friendly and my food came out in like 10 minutes. Ill be back! read more

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Tatiana P.

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I love these guys! Their Thai Green Tea is my go-to and anything on their menu with Garlic is a 10! They are so friendly and make the food in a timely manner. Best part is, they close at 9:30 so I'm always able to get them when it's a late night dinner night! read more

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Joel H.

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The pineapple fried rice is absolutely fantastic. The people that work here are super friendly and are just good people. I'm a regular there at least twice a week. read more

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Eddie P.

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I love their drunken noodle and crab fried rice . When we order for whole our family dinner for 6 , was great portion and very yummy.

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The Garlic Basil Chicken is amazing and the other dishes are very flavorful. Large portion sizes and always hot. Quick service too! An easy 5 stars. :) read more

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Angel F.

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I only ordered the spring rolls and the salad rolls, neither were great. I could tell the spring rolls werefrozen rather than fresh (the veggies were mushy) and the salad rolls were full of lettuce, they lacked herbs and the peanut sauce was sweet and too creamy. I won't be back. read more

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Terry W.

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I have stopped here many times because I am usually driving a semi truck, and it is easy to park in the street. You will not be disappointed! The service staff is always friendly and laughing smiles, the food is amazing! I have simply been going thru the numbers on the menu)) and the menu is very large with a lot of meat choices. Love this place!! read more

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Daisy A.

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I usually get the pad see ew and Thai tea and both amazingly good and very filling. Great costumer service Usually my go to whenever I visit this cart pod. read more

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Jenn L.

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I ordered from DoorDash and was really pleasantly surprised at how great the food was! I ordered Mussamun Curry and Pad Cashew and both were excellent. They had very generous portion sizes and everything tasted fresh. read more

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Donna N.

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Solid Thai food for a food cart. OK price point (around $ 12 for main choices). Both basil fried rice and pad kee mao noodle are decent. The larb is good but nothing to write home about. Get an extra star for good service. read more

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Lucy K.

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We are so lucky to have this cart right near our house- often come here to get delicious staples. This cart is way better than most Thai spots in the area, highly recommend! One of the many great carts in this spot, something for everybody. read more

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Robby L.

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I am pretty picky about Thai cuisine. There's a lot of thai food trucks and restaurants in Portland. I find Pinto to always be great tasting, quick, with such a friendly service. I have tried every Thai spot within 2 miles (except Hat Yai, which I love, but doesn't fit in this category) and keep coming here for my Thai fix. read more

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Alyssa L.

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Ordered salad rolls, spicy fried rice and pumpkin curry. The rolls and peanut sauce was amazing. The spicy fried rice lacked spice (I'll have to ask for extra spicy next time). The big bummer was the pumpkin curry. One of my favorite dishes, however this one tasted as if I ordered it with shrimp instead of chicken. There was so much fish sauce in it. I'm not a fan of seafood and so I was left with a dish I couldn't enjoy. Luckily my husband and daughter enjoy fish sauce and thoroughly enjoyed the dish. I have never had pumpkin curry taste like that and I've tried almost every one within Portland. That was disappointing. read more

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Daniel H.

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I keep this Thai spot on heavy rotation. I stick to the vegetarian options which are pretty standard with veggies and tofu and I'm always pretty happy with my choices. I like the glass noodle dishes and the tom yum fried rice. I'd say it's a small notch above some of the other thai food carts and also thai restaurants I've been to. I'm writing this review so hopefully others will give it a try and like it too. I'd be bummed if it disappeared one day. read more

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easily my favorite thai spot in town. the folks working are so nice every time. can't recommend enough. (try the duck curry)

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Ordered larb and salad rolls. Wow was I disappointed. The lamb tasted like spicy fishy dog food. I honestly couldn't have been more shocked. Don't really think they should be calling this larb, as it resembles nothing like any larb I've ever had. Salad rolls were extremely mediocre, wrapper was too thick and inside had a taste that made me think some of the ingredients weren't fresh... (supposed to be a FRESH ROLL.......) honestly one of the worst meals I've had in Portland that I paid for. Definitely never coming back. read more

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i had the crispy fish special, nothing special about it except it's probably the most money i've spent on frozen food at a food establishment. that was special. don't recommend this spot. makes me sad to eat sad uninspired food. read more

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7339 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Portland, OR 97211
Piedmont, Northeast Portland
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What time does Pintothai MLK open?

Pintothai MLK opens at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Pintothai MLK opens at 12:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Pintothai MLK close?

Pintothai MLK is closed on Monday.Pintothai MLK closes at 8:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon ClosedTue-Fri 11:00 AM - 8:00 PMSat-Sun 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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Does Pintothai MLK serve alcohol?

Yes, Pintothai MLK serves alcohol.

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Does Pintothai MLK allow dogs?

Yes, Pintothai MLK allows dogs.

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Does Pintothai MLK have parking?

Yes, Pintothai MLK has parking options.

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Yes, Pintothai MLK has free WiFi.

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Eem in Laos/Thai means 'I'm full' and this is how I feel whenever I'm done here!…read more If I had to pick my last meal on Earth, it would be at Eem. I've been coming here for nearly 10 years, and it never disappoints! My must-orders are the White Curry with their burnt brisket 10/10, the Mushroom Fried Rice 10/10, and the Carpaccio Crudo 10/10. The white curry is unbelievably rich and savory - the burnt brisket completely makes the dish unique! I genuinely dream about it! If you're visiting Portland and only have time for one meal, this is the restaurant I'd recommend without hesitation. There are no reservations, so you'll need to put your name on the waitlist and be patient. Seating is limited, but it's 100% worth the wait! Don't skip the drinks either - they're served in the cutest mugs. Eem continues to be one of my favorite restaurants in Portland and I can't recommend it enough!

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Khao Moo Dang

Amazing food & loved the staff. The flavors were so good and the food came out so quickly!read more

Omg, I'm obsessssseddddd…read more My husband, toddler, and I stopped by for lunch after taking some test rides over at Clever Cycles. I was so happy to see that they have high chairs here for my little one to use. This is a pretty casual eatery where you order first and then seat yourselves, with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. You also bus your own tables afterwards! The Ba-Mhee Tom-Yum (#7) is SO flavorful! I took one bite and gasped at the collision of flavors in my mouth - savory spicy tangy goodness with so much depth. The portion was big enough for me to take a few bites home and experience it all over again later in the day. The cherry on top is the Cha Yen (Thai iced tea) is $3. WHAT CAN YOU GET IN THIS ECONOMY FOR $3 ANYMORE? No notes. I will be planning my next trip back shortlyy..

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Interior, order at counter then they bring food to you

8. House Curry Noodle

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Mango juice

Paadee

I always forget about and then wonder why I don't come back here more often. Tucked right next to…read moreCheese & Crack, it's a cute spot with cozy interiors and great drinks. The mango sticky rice (when they have it) is so soo good, please bring this fan favorite back ;) My partner at the time ordered the crispy pork belly over rice with an egg on top, I took a bite and honestly, I was jealous of his plate the entire meal! Everything was flavorful, comforting, and beautifully well done. Felt like an upscale Thai restaurant. Definitely overdue for a return visit.

Great food, waitstaff and atmosphere. We ordered Thai iced tea. I found it to be the perfect amount…read moreof sweetness. The tender pork tenderloin skewers were perfectly paired with the spicy-sharp dipping sauce. Pad kee mao and stir fried pork belly with Chinese broccoli were both delicious as well. I really enjoyed the whole experience and will be back!

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Peek Gai Tod

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Green curry w/ chicken

Thai Peacock

This is truly a (maybe not that hidden) gem. Please go here if you love Thai food because it is…read moretruly out of this world. The crispy trout is so delicious I think I'll talk about it for weeks. The house combo was the perfect appetizer to try all of the appetizers. The prices were phenomenal and the service was quick! Very relaxed vibes inside and had a great atmosphere. Also, get the Thai lime tea, it's soooooo refreshing and flavorful! The best Thai tea I have ever had.

Simply Delicious We…read morewent twice Both times they had wait time. But so worth it. We had multiple dishes and drinks. Only took pictures the second visit The place is nice and efficient Service on point

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Rukdiew Cafe

Chu chee trout Mom, special witches Peng and Curry with lightly battered trout…read more Pad Lee mow with pork belly and somtum ( papaya salad) Still have cotton candy machine

My friends and I tried this place out, and ordered a bunch of things. I like how they're pretty…read morecreative with their meat selections; like soft shell crab, trout, etc. So, if you're bored of the usual chicken or beef, this may be your place. Most of my friends liked their dishes, but I honestly was disappointed with the crab fried rice I ordered. I felt the dish to be mostly scrambled eggs, with some small bits and pieces of actual crab on a bed of not-so fried rice. I just think for nearly $20, I'd be getting a better dish. Otherwise, I did try their Pad Thai, and that was pretty good and tasted authentic. The service was also friendly and great. If your about the ambiance, its pretty IG friendly with the colorful wallpaper and decor. Give this place a try if you like creative thai food, and ur about the vibes. Just don't order the crab fried rice.

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Interior of restaurant , facing the bar

Soft Shell Crab Pad Thai

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Trout Pad Thai

Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine | Pearl District

Farmhouse Thai is my favorite Thai restaurants in Portland, Oregon! The food is full of flavor,…read morebeautifully presented, and feels like a unique dining experience. The atmosphere is vibrant, fun, and perfect for a night out with friends or family. I'll definitely be back again!

really nice place starter was good food was a hit salty service was really good my parents like it!read more

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Fried chicken - so crispy and additive!

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Whiskey sour

Ken's Artisan Pizza

There's a reason Ken's is so popular. Several reasons actually. It's damned delicious, the service…read moreis wonderful, and the vibes are immaculate!! When we arrived after 7 pm on a Saturday night, I expected the place to be jumping, which it was. However, the dining gods showered favor upon us, because we walked in, were immediately greeted by a friendly front-of-house staffer, and shown to a perfect shady outdoor table for two. (And given that Portland is currently experiencing an unprecedented heatwave and it was nearly 90° today, it was appreciated!!) Our drinks and an order of Caesar salad arrived promptly by our very kind server. The salad was everything you want in a Caesar- creamy dressing, sweet lettuce, crispy but not dense croutons, and plenty of yummy shaved Parmesan cheese. We decided on the Mushroom pie and the Mortadella/Pistachio pie. Both were piping hot and delicious with a perfectly crisp/blackened crust. I will admit the only flaw in my mortadella pizza was that I found it really oily. I loved Boyfriend's mushroom pizza though!! We had plenty to take home for another meal. The outdoor ambiance was a distillation of everything I loved about Portland: sitting under shady trees, a cooling breeze, and amazing people-watching from our sidewalk spot. We were even treated to a random bike parade of fabulous sparkly queer bicyclists blasting cool disco tunes as we ate! Just learned that it's an annual summer event called Pedalpalooza and I am HERE FOR IT!! Thanks for a great capper to our couple of days in Portland, Ken's!!

The only reason I didn't give this restaurant five stars was the check-in process, which could use…read moresignificant improvement. At first, I didn't feel like a valued customer. Fortunately, those concerns disappeared once we were seated. Parking can also be a bit challenging. That said, the food was outstanding. The pizzas and appetizers were top-notch, and the ice cream was an excellent way to end the meal. Once we were seated, the service was attentive and very good. The restaurant was bustling, creating a lively atmosphere. We ended up eating outside since it was the first seating available, and we enjoyed our meal there.

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Calamari in red sauce on toast

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Manhattan & Italian Mule

G-Love

This is a familiar type of place for Portland - not inexpensive, but great food. It's small,…read moreshareable plates. A friend brought me here and we split 8 plates and each had a dessert. One drink and the "Employee Health" charge of an additional 5% made the bill $163.80 before tip. Okay, so that's the not inexpensive part. As for the food, there were several great dishes. I was not wild about the salad we got, The Crunchmaster Crisp, the my friend said a different one she had previously was really good. We got the Crusty Avocado - seeds coat the outside and inside the avocado is filled with Ahi tuna. That was a good dish. We also had Garden Peas which were pretty good. The trout was excellent, the Fried Chicken was unique, and quite good. We got a couple of the skewers (they're small!), the pork belly and the steak and both were great. I could have ordered several and made a meal out of those! The Milk Chocolate dessert was good, but I wasn't a big fan of the "baby popcorn". The Whip-a-licious was well liked by my friend. It was better than I thought it would be because I'm not a big passion fruit fan. Our service was excellent. All together, I definitely recommend for the food, atmosphere, and service. Just be prepared for an expensive night out!

Wanted to love G Love, but it didn't hit the mark for us. We had reservations on a Friday evening,…read moreand were glad we had one since it was pretty packed. The energy was bustling and ambiance felt pretty good to start, but quickly got awkward. Within a minute of placing our order a waiter brought over a bowl of potatoes and dip saying "these are for you". Huh, strange given we didn't order potatoes but maybe it was on the house? We tried looking around to see if we could ask but also saw every table had them so thought maybe it was just something nice for the night so we started eating. Then, I noticed we started getting a lot of stares from the wait staff who started whispering, which is when I realized we may have identified ourselves as the latest spud-nappers. Within another minute, a plate of halibut came out. Also strange, we did order halibut but typically we'd expect our salads/smaller dishes to come out first but okay. Before we could take a bite, our waiter came back and swooped that plate up saying "this doesn't belong here" --no apology, no clarification, just poof. We could see the expo getting frustrated, trying to explain the table numbers to the wait staff so maybe it was just a new set of trainees? The table next to us also asked the waiter to hold off on firing the next few plates to give them time to digest, but unfortunately their next plate also came out within 2 minutes lol. I get the frustration, but the full (volume) meltdown that occurred right after just made it uncomfortable for everyone around. Getting to the actual food, we got the stone fruit salad which my husband loved and I thought was pretty good, the ensalata bomba which I really liked, the pork belly skewers which we both liked and the scallop skewers which we both haaaated. They tasted like borderline rotten briny boba, and I had to give mine to my husband to eat because I almost vomited from it and I normally love scallops. Do not get those! We also got the fried chicken and the halibut. The fried chicken was fine but I didn't walk away blown away. It tasted like it really wanted to be like its Japanese cousin karaage, but the breading was too thick and there were chunks that were purely batter. Needed a wedge of lime to brighten things up. The halibut was ok too, we liked the pickled cherries but the whole dish didn't come together in the way we wished the flavors would. Overall, I'd say the food was a 6.5/10 and wait staff confusion was a 4/10. Midway thru our meal our waiter asked if we wanted dessert before we wrapped up and we were confused because we still had half our dishes and he just walked away. Then at the end it took several attempts to flag someone down to pay our bill, which added another 15 minutes next to meltdown Mariah next to us which felt like an eternity. For the amount we spent, I definitely think you could get a better meal elsewhere.

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A bathroom for the Gods and Goddesses and disco queens! Visited it twice because the playlist in there is as good as the food!

Crunchmaster salad

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Scallops

Dolly Olive

Dolly Olive has been a favourite of ours since we lived in the Pearl, and now that we're out in the…read moresuburbs, it's still one of the places we make a point of going back to regularly. Tucked into the corner of SW 12th and Alder in the West End, the space is warm and comfortable with wood accents, soft leather banquettes, and just the right amount of energy. The Dolly Focaccia with roasted garlic and olive oil, the Roasted Carrot & Farro Salad and the Grilled Heirloom Carrots are all simple and delicious. On the pasta side, the Tagliatelle al Burro is perfect, and the Black Kale Pesto Mafaldine with roasted mushroom and the Braised Short Rib Arancini with pecorino aioli and honey are equally good choices if you're after something a little more complex. The folks who work here are knowledgeable and attentive, never intrusive. Even with the drive in now, it's worth it every time. Highly recommend, whether it's a special occasion or just a reason to head back downtown.

This was my only other scheduled meal…read more I wanted to treat my friends to a meal on our friend's wedding day. Figured it would be the best way to kick off our day. Luckily, I was able to secure a reservation. The walk over was under 10 minutes for both of us. It gave me just the perfect amount of time to kill a j. I was ready to drink all the things. Sure enough, my hydration station had 3 options. Limoncello spritz for the fun category, water for hydration and Americano soda for the caffeine. The spritz was perfection. We started off with an order of the arancini. As we were unsure if we would like it, we got one then got another one as soon as we got our first bite. That was followed by the donuts. We were all in agreement that some type of dipping sauce would be a nice touch. My suggestion is dulce de leche. We then went to town on the broccoli &! Italian sausage, hash and tagliatelle. When I tell you - I was in food heaven. That tagliatelle was IT. My friends were kind enough to let me finish the rest. I gave way to the other two. Despite being ridiculous full, we still managed to make room for dessert. We got the cookie and lemon pound cake. Bro that pound cake can get it. The mascarpone whip on top made me tingle on the inside after I got a taste. My gawd I wanted to eat the whole thing. The biggest compliment came at the end of the night when my friend told me I chose the perfect spot and picked all the right dishes. Big thanks to Mike for taking such great care of us. He had the best response to my answer when he asked if we had allergy restrictions. I can't wait to come back the next time I'm in town.

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Limoncello Spritz

Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine

So yummy & delicious! Fast, excellent service. Delicious beef salad. I also got the shaved ice thai…read moretea and it's really refreshing

We have been back multiple times! This is our go to for peanut sauce, pad Thai and delicious fresh…read moreThai food. If it was possible, they've added even cuter touches to everything. Duckies in the kids waters, awesome covers for the Thai iced teas, umbrellas in the coconuts and a shrimp curry served inside of a coconut. Take a vacation without leaving Hawthorne.

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