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Amazing food and drinks, especially for a casual ambience! The carrot salad was mind blowing and can't wait to try more of the menu :)
I've been wanting to try more Burmese cuisine, so when I was in the area I figured I would give it a try. The atmosphere inside is a more casual, neighborhood style restaurant, as you seat yourself and go up to order at the counter. We started with the fried potatoes, which were crispy and upon the first bites had a distinct note of Szechuan spice from the oil. However, after eating them more you don't taste the spice anymore and it becomes a pretty boring dish to eat that would greatly benefit from a sauce. The Shan style pork noodles, on the other hand, are a must order as they were bursting with flavor. The chickpea tofu curry was good, but didn't blow me away. The tofu has a soft texture that goes nicely with the fried aromatics and peanuts on top. The curry is very tomato forward and doesn't have the depth of flavor I would've wanted.
Service: 9/10 super friendly and helpful Food: 6/10 it looked beautiful and you could tell a lot of effort went into it but the flavor just wasn't wow. The potatoes as an app needed a sauce otherwise were a bit boring. The best dish was the noodles. Ambiance: 8/10 beautiful outdoor seating
Located in a cute location off Mississippi with plenty of places to explore on the way. The environment was welcoming and service was quick. Staff were friendly and polite. Street parking only. Seating inside and outside, which is nice. The food here is EXCELLENT! The flavors made my mouth water. The coconut drink & Tamraindo soda were delicious. I cant wait to go back and try more off the menu. I would definitely recommend checking this spot out, cheers! (^.^)
We came here for a light dinner as we were in the area. The place is spacious and also had an outdoor area to dine at. We ordered a few items to share - Khao Pyan Sane (Very large dumpling), Wat Nanyoe (braised pork ribs), and Shao Khan Swe (Shan style pork noodles). The food came out pretty quick and all were enjoyable. Everything had good flavors to it. I did find the braised pork ribs to be a bit on the saltier side. The pork noodles were good in that the texture of the noodles were nice and chewy.
Came back, the KPS dumplings had called for me. And with the gorgeous weather we just had to eat outside. That dumplings will forever haunt my dreams the black vinegar sauce is amazing. We tried the ribs today and talk about fall off the bone! They gave us a knife that was completely unnecessary~ it does have a very fresh pepper forward taste and delicious base of rice with broth. My new go to sick meal~ a perfect balance of comfort and spice.
Never thought to try Burmese cuisine before but a stroll down Mississippi and seeing this restaurant packed had us dare. Counter order ~ smiley welcoming, willingness & happy to describe the menu for the first timer. Self seating & water outside and they bring the entrees to you. The outdoor picnic tables in the courtyard is cute and a special treat was the random acoustic musician busking in the background. Food ~ unique flavors that are bright & tantalizing to the tongue. Perfect blend of sour, spicy, & fish sauce. Noodle texture al dente good. Pork soft & tender. The tiny chilies they use can be intensely spicy :0 Burmese cuisine is definitely a particular flavor profile that this first time Yelper can really only describe as delicious.
The fried chicken was SO good! The crunch was impeccable. All the dishes had strong flavors, but the chicken was my favorite.
Ended our day of walking around Portland with dinner at Rangoon Bistro, and it couldn't have been a better note to close the night on. We started with the Mala Aloo, crispy fried potatoes dusted in mala spice. The texture was perfectly golden, light, and crisp on every side. I have a hunch they slightly flatten them during cooking to get that perfect surface-area crunch, because they came out fast and flawlessly done. The pork ribs, with flavors of star anise and black cardamom in a spicy, herby green broth, were fall-off-the-bone tender. The herbs added this brightness that kept it from feeling heavy, and pairing it with jasmine rice tied everything together beautifully. The Shan-style pork noodles (Kyay oh si chet) were the ultimate comfort -- rice noodles layered with pork belly, pork meatballs, tofu, crispy garlic, and a boiled egg. Savory and rich. My personal favorite of the night. I could eat this jawn all day long! And finally, the Khao Pyan Sane (giant dumpling) -- one massive pork-and-cabbage dumpling swimming in tamari vinegar and chili oil. It had a great blend of flavors. Definitely one of the most memorable dishes of the night given how huge it was. The space feels calm, modern, and intentional -- a perfect reflection of how much care goes into every dish. Service was phenomenal; fast and checked in on us often. If you want to experience Burmese flavors done with both heart and craft, Rangoon Bistro is it. For sure we coming back here next time we're in town!
Rangoon Bistro has a great patio to enjoy while eating outside. The food was so flavorful, the tea leaf salad was a little more bitter than I was expecting but great textures and flavor. The ribs were 10/10, super tender and very spicy!
I have such mixed feelings after eating here. Overall, the food was quite good and the dishes were super unique. But it's one of those things where the first few bites of each dish were absolute smash 10/10s, but specifically the Khao Pyane Sane (the "large dumpling") I got tired of it very quickly. Particularly the dumpling appetizer, was EXTREMELY flavorful and yummy, but after about half it started getting really overwhelming and overly salty. Overall, the food was all pretty great but if you generally find yourself eating light usually, it may be too much. Great spot for dinner and conversation, they have some cocktails as well but I didn't order any drinks, just grabbed water from the water station. Has outdoor seating as well.
The food was 10/10 in terms of flavor, aroma, and balance. The atmosphere was cozy & warm, with a lively playlist. Ample seating, friendly service. We shared the Khao Phan Sane (very large dumpling). It is one large dumpling filled w/pork & cabbage and wrapped in thick rice noodle, bathed in soy vinegar, chili oil, and scallions. Our entrees: Wat Nanyoe (Braised Pork Ribs) marinated in black cardamom/Thai chili/garlic/cilantro and served w/jasmine rice; and the Shan Khao Swe (Shan-style Pork Noodles). Both hearty dishes had us wanting more with every bite. You can definitely tell both the menu and space were curated with care. I whole-heartedly recommend visitors and locals to check out Rangoon Bistro.
Food: 4-5/5 Service: 5/5 Value: 4/5 Ambiance: Casual We ordered the half fried chicken, tofu nway and a special, which was ground pork over rice noodle, very similar to a pad thai. I've only had a small sample size of Burmese restaurants, but comparing RB to Burmese places in San Francisco, RB's dishes seemed authentic and at least had authentic SE Asian flavors. The ingredients are very flavorful in the noodle dishes. I really enjoyed the tofu sauce in the tofu nway, the special dish was like a Burmese pad Thai. I thought the fried chicken was satisfying, but if you're looking for a "best fried chicken", I'm not sure this would be it. The house sauce for the fried chicken is a sweet and sour sauce. Staff were extremely friendly. Portions are normal sized. Restaurant is an order at the front and self service water, utensils type of place such as Nong's. I'd come back again when I'm craving Asian comfort food.
16 days ago
A friend and I were coming from a sound bath and were looking for a place to eat in the area. This was close by and we both hadn't been, we're also excited to see a Burmese restaurant. We were greeted by a friendly person at the front when we ordered our food and found a place outside to sit. They give you a number and bring your food to the table. I ordered the carrot salad and she ordered the vegan tofu curry and we both shared. The carrot salad was very tasty and umami flavor forward. I enjoyed the curry and it wasn't too spicy and came with a generous amount of Curry and Rice. Towards the end of the night, they were also very nice and didn't rush us as they were cleaning and preparing to close. Highly recommend and will find myself there again soon. read more
4 months ago
Rangoon Bistro took over the space where Blue Star Donuts and Little Big Burger used to be on Mississippi St in NE, and they absolutely transformed it! The atmosphere is incredible - they've nailed that moody, low-lit lounge vibe without feeling pretentious. The food was equally impressive. The giant single dumpling wasn't my favorite dish of the night, but everything else more than made up for it. The pork ribs were outstanding - tender enough to fall right off the bone, with a sweeter flavor profile that worked really well. The noodles ended up being our favorite dish. They had just the right amount of spice with tons of flavor. Service was quick, no line and you order up the counter and they will bring your food out. They offer indoor seating and outdoor seating. The patio setup is especially great and feels like the perfect spot to spend a summer evening with friends. Overall, a fantastic addition to Mississippi Street. read more
We visited Rangoon Bistro for a late dinner and it was a good experience. This location has a good amount of outdoor benches along with some indoor seating. You order and pay at the counter first and the dishes are brought over to you. Customer service was friendly and helpful. The menu was smaller than expected, but there was a fair amount of options for entrees and drinks. My friend and I opted to share a tea leaf salad, mushroom noodles, and a fried chicken dish. I thought the tea leaf salad was alright although the fish sauce component was strong and I couldn't have too much as a result. The mushroom noodles were tasty, but a bit on the salty side. My friend and I both enjoyed the fried chicken and coconut rice dish, which had a nice flavor and texture and was the highlight of our meal. I also got a palm soda, which was refreshing, while my friend had an iced Burmese tea, which she described as a mix of milk tea and thai tea. It had a nice fragrance & wasn't overly sweet. The main downside is we opted to sit outdoors and got a few bug bites, so that is something to keep in mind (depending on the time of the day or season). Portions were good and we had trouble finishing our dishes. Pricing for our food and drinks seemed reasonable. Overall, Rangoon Bistro seems like a pretty good spot for Burmese fried chicken and noodles. read more
9 days ago
Amazing food and drinks, especially for a casual ambience! The carrot salad was mind blowing and can't wait to try more of the menu :) read more
I've been wanting to try more Burmese cuisine, so when I was in the area I figured I would give it a try. The atmosphere inside is a more casual, neighborhood style restaurant, as you seat yourself and go up to order at the counter. We started with the fried potatoes, which were crispy and upon the first bites had a distinct note of Szechuan spice from the oil. However, after eating them more you don't taste the spice anymore and it becomes a pretty boring dish to eat that would greatly benefit from a sauce. The Shan style pork noodles, on the other hand, are a must order as they were bursting with flavor. The chickpea tofu curry was good, but didn't blow me away. The tofu has a soft texture that goes nicely with the fried aromatics and peanuts on top. The curry is very tomato forward and doesn't have the depth of flavor I would've wanted. read more
Service: 9/10 super friendly and helpful Food: 6/10 it looked beautiful and you could tell a lot of effort went into it but the flavor just wasn't wow. The potatoes as an app needed a sauce otherwise were a bit boring. The best dish was the noodles. Ambiance: 8/10 beautiful outdoor seating read more
Located in a cute location off Mississippi with plenty of places to explore on the way. The environment was welcoming and service was quick. Staff were friendly and polite. Street parking only. Seating inside and outside, which is nice. The food here is EXCELLENT! The flavors made my mouth water. The coconut drink & Tamraindo soda were delicious. I cant wait to go back and try more off the menu. I would definitely recommend checking this spot out, cheers! (^.^) read more
7 months ago
We came here for a light dinner as we were in the area. The place is spacious and also had an outdoor area to dine at. We ordered a few items to share - Khao Pyan Sane (Very large dumpling), Wat Nanyoe (braised pork ribs), and Shao Khan Swe (Shan style pork noodles). The food came out pretty quick and all were enjoyable. Everything had good flavors to it. I did find the braised pork ribs to be a bit on the saltier side. The pork noodles were good in that the texture of the noodles were nice and chewy. read more
Came back, the KPS dumplings had called for me. And with the gorgeous weather we just had to eat outside. That dumplings will forever haunt my dreams the black vinegar sauce is amazing. We tried the ribs today and talk about fall off the bone! They gave us a knife that was completely unnecessary~ it does have a very fresh pepper forward taste and delicious base of rice with broth. My new go to sick meal~ a perfect balance of comfort and spice. read more
Never thought to try Burmese cuisine before but a stroll down Mississippi and seeing this restaurant packed had us dare. Counter order ~ smiley welcoming, willingness & happy to describe the menu for the first timer. Self seating & water outside and they bring the entrees to you. The outdoor picnic tables in the courtyard is cute and a special treat was the random acoustic musician busking in the background. Food ~ unique flavors that are bright & tantalizing to the tongue. Perfect blend of sour, spicy, & fish sauce. Noodle texture al dente good. Pork soft & tender. The tiny chilies they use can be intensely spicy :0 Burmese cuisine is definitely a particular flavor profile that this first time Yelper can really only describe as delicious. read more
4 months ago
11 months ago
Ended our day of walking around Portland with dinner at Rangoon Bistro, and it couldn't have been a better note to close the night on. We started with the Mala Aloo, crispy fried potatoes dusted in mala spice. The texture was perfectly golden, light, and crisp on every side. I have a hunch they slightly flatten them during cooking to get that perfect surface-area crunch, because they came out fast and flawlessly done. The pork ribs, with flavors of star anise and black cardamom in a spicy, herby green broth, were fall-off-the-bone tender. The herbs added this brightness that kept it from feeling heavy, and pairing it with jasmine rice tied everything together beautifully. The Shan-style pork noodles (Kyay oh si chet) were the ultimate comfort -- rice noodles layered with pork belly, pork meatballs, tofu, crispy garlic, and a boiled egg. Savory and rich. My personal favorite of the night. I could eat this jawn all day long! And finally, the Khao Pyan Sane (giant dumpling) -- one massive pork-and-cabbage dumpling swimming in tamari vinegar and chili oil. It had a great blend of flavors. Definitely one of the most memorable dishes of the night given how huge it was. The space feels calm, modern, and intentional -- a perfect reflection of how much care goes into every dish. Service was phenomenal; fast and checked in on us often. If you want to experience Burmese flavors done with both heart and craft, Rangoon Bistro is it. For sure we coming back here next time we're in town! read more
Rangoon Bistro has a great patio to enjoy while eating outside. The food was so flavorful, the tea leaf salad was a little more bitter than I was expecting but great textures and flavor. The ribs were 10/10, super tender and very spicy! read more
1 year ago
I have such mixed feelings after eating here. Overall, the food was quite good and the dishes were super unique. But it's one of those things where the first few bites of each dish were absolute smash 10/10s, but specifically the Khao Pyane Sane (the "large dumpling") I got tired of it very quickly. Particularly the dumpling appetizer, was EXTREMELY flavorful and yummy, but after about half it started getting really overwhelming and overly salty. Overall, the food was all pretty great but if you generally find yourself eating light usually, it may be too much. Great spot for dinner and conversation, they have some cocktails as well but I didn't order any drinks, just grabbed water from the water station. Has outdoor seating as well. read more
5 months ago
8 months ago
The food was 10/10 in terms of flavor, aroma, and balance. The atmosphere was cozy & warm, with a lively playlist. Ample seating, friendly service. We shared the Khao Phan Sane (very large dumpling). It is one large dumpling filled w/pork & cabbage and wrapped in thick rice noodle, bathed in soy vinegar, chili oil, and scallions. Our entrees: Wat Nanyoe (Braised Pork Ribs) marinated in black cardamom/Thai chili/garlic/cilantro and served w/jasmine rice; and the Shan Khao Swe (Shan-style Pork Noodles). Both hearty dishes had us wanting more with every bite. You can definitely tell both the menu and space were curated with care. I whole-heartedly recommend visitors and locals to check out Rangoon Bistro. read more
Food: 4-5/5 Service: 5/5 Value: 4/5 Ambiance: Casual We ordered the half fried chicken, tofu nway and a special, which was ground pork over rice noodle, very similar to a pad thai. I've only had a small sample size of Burmese restaurants, but comparing RB to Burmese places in San Francisco, RB's dishes seemed authentic and at least had authentic SE Asian flavors. The ingredients are very flavorful in the noodle dishes. I really enjoyed the tofu sauce in the tofu nway, the special dish was like a Burmese pad Thai. I thought the fried chicken was satisfying, but if you're looking for a "best fried chicken", I'm not sure this would be it. The house sauce for the fried chicken is a sweet and sour sauce. Staff were extremely friendly. Portions are normal sized. Restaurant is an order at the front and self service water, utensils type of place such as Nong's. I'd come back again when I'm craving Asian comfort food. read more
Decent fast casual Burmese spot, order and pay up front at the counter. We tried the fried chicken & some sort of braised beef shank stew w/ yogurt & mint. The fried chicken was pretty basic, wish the dipping sauce was more spicy and flavorful. And the coconut rice was too sweet for me. We enjoyed the stew tho, the yogurt/mint flavor mixed in added a light fresh flavor to the rich savory that worked really well. read more
6 months ago
7 months ago
Truly a unique experience. I was unaware of Burma's (Myanmar) geographical local and treasures. The influence of SE Aisa, China and Bangladesh make for an eclectic menu, of which much is gluten free by result. Their fried chicken is carefully bribed and marinated in an array of spices and fried to perfections. Just a light dusting of rice flour is all that is needed for such a satisfying crunch. The rice dumpling (GF) was so savory and satisfying. The vinegar and umami hits from the the fish sauce did wonders. The staff is passionate and the chefs are very approachable (when not busy). We talked food for quite some time. A must try for anyone looking for a unique array of menu options. Oh, their cocktails are also carefully crafted and executed to perfection. read more
We were looking for a dog friendly patio after a walk around town. They were extremely dog friendly in that they had all we needed outside. She even poured water into a dish for them. We ordered inside and it was out and we were eating within 10 minutes! The appetizer was interesting, I loved the pakora. I especially loved the chili dip. The chicken was crispy, the coconut rice was even more flavourful. The noodles, however, felt bland but salty? We had the pork and it felt like we didn't have many bites of it. Overall yummy! read more
9 months ago
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2 years ago
I'm sitting at my table writing this bc the food is so good. Cute decor and music was great too. Will def be back! Yum!! read more
Had the Lahpet salad, pork Si Chet noodles and the mix fry which comes with bean and chickpea fritters, onion pakoras. I love tea leaf salad and would come back solely for this any day. The mix fry plate was surprising good and I appreciated that nothing was over cooked and was just right. The Si Chet noodles were also good in flavor but a little oily. Overall, the food was good and the staff were friendly. read more
2 years ago
Stumbled upon this relatively new Burmese restaurant while walking along Mississippi Ave. and decided to give it a try. What a fantastic decision that was! Had the Si Chet Khao Swe (pork noodles) and Kyet Thar Kyaw (quarter fried chicken), and both dishes were absolutely delicious. Enjoyed our meal so much that we returned with some friends to try more items from their menu. The Wat Nanyou (braised pork ribs) and Khao Pyane Sane (pork & cabbage dumpling) did not disappoint. Everything we tried was incredibly tasty, and it seems like you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
The good: cabbage salad (though very oily) The bad: the service - short staffed long wait for food and the main guy taking the orders was doing his best just very overwhelmed. They need more staff. The tofu gravy/noodle bowl was gross (:/) and cocktail was wayyy too sweet. read more
9 months ago
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2 years ago
I've never been to this location - only the Division/50th location. I think their menus differ a bit. We ordered a bunch of food to share. I got the house made lemon soda (yum and not too sweet). We got the tea leaf salad (I don't know how they manage to keep the beans crispy!) - tasty but not enough tea leaf for me. The mushroom noodles were recommended and they did not disappoint. Reminded me of lo mein noodles with nice rich flavor with mushrooms and veggies. We had the fried lentil, onion and bean plate - super tasty and lots of sauce options. The fried chicken is always a moist, crispy winner and it's served w the sweet coconut rice topped with fried onions and a tasty sticky sauce on the side. Highly recommend. Service was friendly and checked in on us and brought us waters throughout. We sat outside on a beautiful evening. Only complaint is it can get a little loud outside on Mississippi and the wasps come by to eat your chicken. But alas you gotta pay the wasp tax (leave a bone for them). Will definitely be back. read more
2 years ago
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