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We had heard about the PB&J fries here and had to come and try. We found parking at a lot a block away. The food truck is located in a beer garden with other trucks. There are covered seating areas in the center area, and some smaller seating areas with fire for chilly days. We ordered the PB&J fries and satay poutine with extra jalapeños and banana peppers. For extra sauces, we ordered the rosemary truffle ketchup and curry ketchup on the side. Service was quick. Didn't know what to expect, but the PB&J fries were surprisingly good! The peanut butter is similar to the peanut butter sauce you'd find in Vietnamese cuisine, with a deeper berry jelly flavor that wasn't too sweet and balanced well. The poutine with cheese curds, jalapeños, banana peppers was good as well! Umami to the max, and had a good contrast and flavor and texture with the spicy and sour pickled additions. The raspberry truffle ketchup and curry ketchup paired well with both fries. This was a savory, umami bomb. Fun to try!
This business has always caught my eye as I am an avid potato lover. There was a few orders before and after me, but the service was friendly and prompt! I ordered the Satay Poutine Fries and it tasted exactly as you'd expect it from the description! I do recommend eating them quickly as if you wait, the fries obviously get soggy. Definitely a great potato fix and cute little spot to eat at since there's other food carts around and ample seating! We took our food to go, but did recognize quite a few bees around (I know that would've made me rush if I ate there).
My friends and I decided to take a quick roadtrip to Portland. One of my mates found Cartopia Food Carts so we decided to give it a try. After a quick stroll, I decided on Potato Champion. Poutine on their menu board immediately stood out to me. I've heard so much about this Canadian dish, so I decided to give it a try. There is a choice of beef or vegetarian gravy. Being the carnivore that I am, I decided on the beef gravy. This dish is what I expected. Skin-on shoestring French fries drizzled in beef gravy topped with cheese curds. It's a satisfying no frills quick bite. There is plenty of seating here, some are picnic table style but there is limited seating around a fire. Service was quick and friendly. You get handed a buzzer after you order so you're free to explore Cartopia some more.
Jan18,2025 review: I tried something very unique here, for the first time in my life- palak paneer fries. Lot of palak gravy spreaded over grilled paneer and fries. Portion size is huge, definitely recommend sharing this. If you are familiar with palak paneer curry taste- it would taste just like that. Only difference is instead of Naan/roti, in this form you are eating with crispy fries. Photo was clicked in night so the best click but just for reference.
I used to live in Portland--I left in 2012--but always try to hit up Cartopia when I visit. PC is a standard for me--I always get either the beef poutine, the PB&J fries, or both. The price increases hit a brotha hard (inflation, yo), but the quality of the food remains superb. We visited Thursday, 27 March, right at opening, and the service and food were sublime. I miss this place so much.
Brohhhhh!!! Amazing!! I ordered off postmates! all I did was tip the staff a couple bucks and they HOOKED IT UP! They even wrote me a cute note! Big tip: you want hella good poutine through postmates?Just tip potato champs a couple bucks and they will show you the goods!!!!
I understand the PBJ fries were novelty but they were just average to me. It had flavor and spice but it's not something I'd order again. I'd recommend people to try for themselves and I may come back to try something else when I'm in town but I wasn't blown away. Not too good and not too bad.
Fries elevated. Fries could be more than a side and that's this place is all about. I have tried poutine, satay poutine and palak paneer version. All three as vegetarian option and were good. The portions size is huge and good for sharing. The service is quick and ambiance is casual as it can get with community seating, cozy with fire. They are open until late. If you are craving for a twist on a fries, this is the place to be.
Hey. Do you want some fries with that sodium? That pretty much sums up the food experience at this food cart. I honestly wished I had a similar experience as the other reviewers but was disappointed once again :( FOOD As the intro suggests, the food here was extremely salty. We got the pulled pork fries for the night. The fries themselves tasted like they were refried multiple times. Some were extremely crunchy while others were soggy. The pulled pork itself tasted pretty decent but omg, it was sooooo salty. For every bite, we had to take couple sips of water to neutralize the saltiness. If you're someone who enjoy a heavy salt meal, then this place IS for you. Otherwise, I'd suggest to go elsewhere. SERVICE service it self was quite nice. The cart worker was extremely nice and very a pretty chill person. I think the service helped to make this review a 2 star ALL IN ALL, the restaurant in my opinion is just meh. The service, location, and vibe made it a nice visit but the food was definitely a disappointment of our night
I was not a fan. I love poutine, but this place did not satisfy my cravings. Not sure if it was because I came on a rainy afternoon, but the fries were cold and the gravy was gelatinous. The cheese curds were the texture of firm tofu and did not melt on the fries at all. It was practically rubbery. The poutine had a lot of potential though. The fries was seasoned well and the gravy was very flavorful. Maybe it was my mistake for coming on a cold day and the poutine was affected by the weather... but it was not enjoyable. Possibly I will give this food cart another chance during a sunny day.
If you're looking for upscale, tasty fries, this is the place! Fresh fried potatoes (large portions) with a variety of toppings and side sauce choices. We love the satay sauce and the pesto mayo is fantastic. We tried the paneer special today and it was good but we still loved the satay best. The college kid has soft spot for the poutine fries (little much for me) and says they're better than in Vancouver. Well worth the stop if you're in Portland!
Really friendly and quick service. Everything was fresh, good fries and curds were melty. Can't really justify the price though. Gravy definitely has a slightly different flavor but I think it worked!
Just got the classic poutine as I was craving it. I love how much gravy they drench it in! For the price, I do wish they added a bit more fries; I feel like I was cut short, haha. Service was good too, and ambiance was cute since it's in a food truck plaza. Will definitely come back to try their special poutines!
Must try: Satay Poutine! Why: What a unique take on poutine with house made Thai peanut satay sauce, cheddar cheese curds, green onions, and peanuts. All the flavors and textures jived well together! Note: This food stand is part of Cartopia, which was many tables that are shaded so you can enjoy under the sun. I enjoyed the poutine at a table with an umbrella for shade. There's also water station to hydrate or refill bottles. Worker was welcoming, friendly, and helpful. read more
I've been here twice now and think it's the best poutine south of the border. Standout though is the PBJ fries - add cheese curds. It's a plentiful amount of fries with a delicious satay sauce balanced out by a jelly sauce. Messy looking, satisfying. They also have vegan options! Service is friendly and quick and the food cart has a great outdoor seating space, although only portapotties. read more
Find parking on the street. Which i think is the norm out hear by portland OR.? This spot is located inside Cartopia among a handful of other food carts. This was something different that I have never seen before. I ordered their PB&J fries added cheese curds for $3 extra Came with raspberry jam and a unique savory peanut butter almost similar to a gravy. This is FIRE and unique eats. I love the interesting flavor combos i highly recommend. read more
We had heard about the PB&J fries here and had to come and try. We found parking at a lot a block away. The food truck is located in a beer garden with other trucks. There are covered seating areas in the center area, and some smaller seating areas with fire for chilly days. We ordered the PB&J fries and satay poutine with extra jalapeños and banana peppers. For extra sauces, we ordered the rosemary truffle ketchup and curry ketchup on the side. Service was quick. Didn't know what to expect, but the PB&J fries were surprisingly good! The peanut butter is similar to the peanut butter sauce you'd find in Vietnamese cuisine, with a deeper berry jelly flavor that wasn't too sweet and balanced well. The poutine with cheese curds, jalapeños, banana peppers was good as well! Umami to the max, and had a good contrast and flavor and texture with the spicy and sour pickled additions. The raspberry truffle ketchup and curry ketchup paired well with both fries. This was a savory, umami bomb. Fun to try! read more
8 hours ago
This business has always caught my eye as I am an avid potato lover. There was a few orders before and after me, but the service was friendly and prompt! I ordered the Satay Poutine Fries and it tasted exactly as you'd expect it from the description! I do recommend eating them quickly as if you wait, the fries obviously get soggy. Definitely a great potato fix and cute little spot to eat at since there's other food carts around and ample seating! We took our food to go, but did recognize quite a few bees around (I know that would've made me rush if I ate there). read more
11 months ago
My friends and I decided to take a quick roadtrip to Portland. One of my mates found Cartopia Food Carts so we decided to give it a try. After a quick stroll, I decided on Potato Champion. Poutine on their menu board immediately stood out to me. I've heard so much about this Canadian dish, so I decided to give it a try. There is a choice of beef or vegetarian gravy. Being the carnivore that I am, I decided on the beef gravy. This dish is what I expected. Skin-on shoestring French fries drizzled in beef gravy topped with cheese curds. It's a satisfying no frills quick bite. There is plenty of seating here, some are picnic table style but there is limited seating around a fire. Service was quick and friendly. You get handed a buzzer after you order so you're free to explore Cartopia some more. read more
Jan18,2025 review: I tried something very unique here, for the first time in my life- palak paneer fries. Lot of palak gravy spreaded over grilled paneer and fries. Portion size is huge, definitely recommend sharing this. If you are familiar with palak paneer curry taste- it would taste just like that. Only difference is instead of Naan/roti, in this form you are eating with crispy fries. Photo was clicked in night so the best click but just for reference. read more
I used to live in Portland--I left in 2012--but always try to hit up Cartopia when I visit. PC is a standard for me--I always get either the beef poutine, the PB&J fries, or both. The price increases hit a brotha hard (inflation, yo), but the quality of the food remains superb. We visited Thursday, 27 March, right at opening, and the service and food were sublime. I miss this place so much. read more
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Brohhhhh!!! Amazing!! I ordered off postmates! all I did was tip the staff a couple bucks and they HOOKED IT UP! They even wrote me a cute note! Big tip: you want hella good poutine through postmates?Just tip potato champs a couple bucks and they will show you the goods!!!! read more
1 year ago
I understand the PBJ fries were novelty but they were just average to me. It had flavor and spice but it's not something I'd order again. I'd recommend people to try for themselves and I may come back to try something else when I'm in town but I wasn't blown away. Not too good and not too bad. read more
Fries elevated. Fries could be more than a side and that's this place is all about. I have tried poutine, satay poutine and palak paneer version. All three as vegetarian option and were good. The portions size is huge and good for sharing. The service is quick and ambiance is casual as it can get with community seating, cozy with fire. They are open until late. If you are craving for a twist on a fries, this is the place to be. read more
Hey. Do you want some fries with that sodium? That pretty much sums up the food experience at this food cart. I honestly wished I had a similar experience as the other reviewers but was disappointed once again :( FOOD As the intro suggests, the food here was extremely salty. We got the pulled pork fries for the night. The fries themselves tasted like they were refried multiple times. Some were extremely crunchy while others were soggy. The pulled pork itself tasted pretty decent but omg, it was sooooo salty. For every bite, we had to take couple sips of water to neutralize the saltiness. If you're someone who enjoy a heavy salt meal, then this place IS for you. Otherwise, I'd suggest to go elsewhere. SERVICE service it self was quite nice. The cart worker was extremely nice and very a pretty chill person. I think the service helped to make this review a 2 star ALL IN ALL, the restaurant in my opinion is just meh. The service, location, and vibe made it a nice visit but the food was definitely a disappointment of our night read more
I was not a fan. I love poutine, but this place did not satisfy my cravings. Not sure if it was because I came on a rainy afternoon, but the fries were cold and the gravy was gelatinous. The cheese curds were the texture of firm tofu and did not melt on the fries at all. It was practically rubbery. The poutine had a lot of potential though. The fries was seasoned well and the gravy was very flavorful. Maybe it was my mistake for coming on a cold day and the poutine was affected by the weather... but it was not enjoyable. Possibly I will give this food cart another chance during a sunny day. read more
If you're looking for upscale, tasty fries, this is the place! Fresh fried potatoes (large portions) with a variety of toppings and side sauce choices. We love the satay sauce and the pesto mayo is fantastic. We tried the paneer special today and it was good but we still loved the satay best. The college kid has soft spot for the poutine fries (little much for me) and says they're better than in Vancouver. Well worth the stop if you're in Portland! read more
2 years ago
Really friendly and quick service. Everything was fresh, good fries and curds were melty. Can't really justify the price though. Gravy definitely has a slightly different flavor but I think it worked! read more
Just got the classic poutine as I was craving it. I love how much gravy they drench it in! For the price, I do wish they added a bit more fries; I feel like I was cut short, haha. Service was good too, and ambiance was cute since it's in a food truck plaza. Will definitely come back to try their special poutines! read more
2 years ago
a photo can NOT do these fries justice. I couldn't decide which fries to try so they let me do a 2 in 1 -- Satay Poutine & Palak Paneer Fries. The staff was kind and as someone who is GF, I really appreciated being able to choose from ANY item on the menu. A luxury for a celiac! read more
2 years ago
When I tell you Portland is a hub for all your stomach needs... I aint lying. I was SOoO excited to literally run into Cartopia. Lucky for us vegetarians its REALLLy easy to find veggie friendly places in Portland. As luck would have it Potato champignon offers ALL kinds of yummy finds. However my eyes FIXED on the vegetarian poutine... yesss. And honestly who wants a hot cup of chocolate to warm you up on a chilly Portland night?! I would much rather get lost in a boat of gravy, cheese and fries. The order came out to under $10 and I was handed a pager. While I was waiting I was talking to one of the staff members who said pretty much everything on their menu can be man veggie friendly which is a great tip! I found my way over to a table and began the short wait. About 15 minutes in total and my buzzer was buzzing my name. When I picked up the order I couldn't help to notice little the order was (sad fat girl) . One thing that stood out was the freshly cut and sea salted potato wedges, not only can you taste the freshness but the quality was amazing! I hope to find my way back to PDX so I can try those PB&J fries! read more
4 years ago
If you like fries that are fried, stored, refried...yuk! :( McDonald's has better fries for a quarter of the price, maybe get those instead? read more
5 years ago
I was soo excited to find a poutine place in Portland because who doesn't love fries, cheese, and gravy? Sadly I was a little disappointed. It was good poutine but not great. First, I really like crispy fries. Yes, I know they're getting smothered in gravy and will eventually get soft but they've got to at least start off crispy! These were not very crisp. Second, the gravy was not what I expected. We got the classic poutine with beef gravy. It was flavorful but somewhat thin and herby. I was expecting more classic thick creamy brown gravy. Finally, the cheese curds - though fresh tasting - were just sprinkled on top of the fries. They weren't all delicious and melty - in fact they were still kind of cold. The location of the food cart is great though. It's in a cute food pod area that is all ready for the cool Portland whether with a covered tent and multiple fire pits. I think it's a great spot to meet friends on the east side since there's a variety of food available. read more
2 years ago
I wish my visit was as good as others. Potato champion in cartopia offers different types of french fry items. Although I ordered the poutine, the PBJ fries was interesting and weird enough to almost get. The poutine came out and each bite was super salty. I'm not sure if it stemmed from the fries or the gravy but each bit was like eating a spoon of salt. The cheese curds seemed like they were just cold pieces of string cheese cut into blocks. read more
7 years ago
poutine fries.... make me write bad checks.... I am in love! I also tried the pulled pork fries... WOW- I am now spoiled for life. who would have guessed this culinary feast could come out of a trailer! They are set in a food cart pod, with a great covered center area, which lends well to the Oregon weather! read more
5 years ago
Used to come here often back in the days. But times ain't the same anymore. Quality went down, price went up :(. The portions are a bit smaller than before, and it's more salty than I remember. read more
This is a great place to visit if want some fatty fries after hitting some of the near by bars. I went with the pulled pork fries with bbq and honey mustard drizzle. Their were some great flavors, but they left the fries a little too soggy for my preferences ( kinda expected though). As this place is a total gut buster, I would recommend only getting your fix sparingly. read more
6 years ago
Potato may be the lifeblood that fuels the dreams of many champions, yet, French Fries are surely the dreams that fuel my aspirations ... and need for a diet. There's no reason (or possibility) to resist fries. So, I don't even try ... which is what led me to Potato Champion for a dessert (!!) far from the routine ... aka Poutine. This food cart's take on Canadian comfort ($9 before extras) features soft Fries (4 stars) with thick Beef Gravy (2 stars) and white Cheddar Cheese Curds (3 stars). The Poutine was filling, but not really fantastic. I think I'll just stick to the Fresh-cut French Fries ($7) next time to go with my favorite discovery at Potato Champion: the addictive and epic Rosemary Truffle Ketchup (5 stars) ... while skipping the surprisingly not-spicy Champ Hot! sauce ($0.50 extra & just 2 stars) or pickled Jalapenos ($0.50 extra). Service at the counter was busy while being quick and friendly (4 stars). No reason to skip the tip on the iPad payment process... so, I didn't with an extra 20% for being open and serving fries like a champ. read more
6 years ago
vegan poutine! friendly customer service, as expected in the lovely state of oregon, and the ambience is just right. plenty of outdoor seating with hand sanitizer and napkins by your side. we were lucky as the weather was perfect so this was our choice for brunch. the fries were crispy and starchy, the gravy deliciously spiced, and the cheese curds had the best texture, especially for vegan cheese. i was so happy eating this and it was not a heavy dish at all! i split the poutine with my boyfriend and it was the ideal amount. i loved this corner as there are a good amount of options to choose from but potato champion was our go to. absolutely worth a try! read more
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1207 SE Hawthorne Blvd
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