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We got the Dew Process, Pandan Express and the United States of Baijiu - of the three my favorite was the Dew Process! It was a very pretty pink and green layered drink topped with edible flowers - beautifully crafted and pretty easy on the palate like a slightly spiked latte! In contrast, the Pandan Express was very boozy and complex with slightly sweet/nutty profile - if you like whiskey-based cocktails, definitely get that. The food menu is limited but has a nice balance of small to large plates. We got the Wok'd rice and Chow wow noodles - the rice had a deliciously charred taste, and the chow wow noodles were thick and chewy, but they were just a little too salty. The ambiance here is dark, moody and romantic. Highly recommend sitting at the bar vs the tables because all three bartenders we interacted with were very friendly and fun!
This is my second time coming here and it's so lovely for a girl's night out! I've sat at a table and the bar before- either is nice depending on the group size. I do find the bar seating annoying because of how everyone has to go up to the bar to order, so people inevitably will bump into your shoulders and crowd your space. I've had the Dew Point and the Black Sesame Espresso Martini. The Dew Point is like a Melona popsicle bar manifested into a cocktail. The espresso martini was wonderful but I didn't taste any black sesame because the espresso overpowers the mild sesame flavors.
We started with an espresso martini and a squeeze the rich. Both were fantastic. We shared the egg rolls, dumplings, chow wow noodles, and the general tsos chicken. Everything we ordered was amazing. The egg rolls came with a really tasty hot honey mustard that I honestly wish I could buy a bottle of. We also got their house chili oil and it had a welcoming kick that really dialed up the dumplings. The chow wow noodles were like the best version of a pad see ew type dish I've ever had. The whole experience was great. We'll definitely be back.
Came here with a small group while visiting Portland. My friend was raving about the Cucumber Salad, and I'm so happy I got to experience this dish! This was easily one of the best cucumber salads I've had--refreshing, balanced in seasoning, and the crunchy onion is amazing on top! The cocktails were so creative--I love a good foamy espresso martini!
Looking for a late night spot with a date after a show or event? This is pretty solid! Dark, bougie, lounge vibes with some pretty good Chinese food! I couldn't see it very well, but it was delicious! We got a table, but you order at the bar...so maybe sit at the bar. Dumplings and their sauce were the star! Highly recommended! General Tso Chicken pretty good! Portions small with higher price, which matches the spot. I would come again!
Took my mom here for a m&d date and we both enjoyed our experience! The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. We went on a friday evening with a reservation (highly recommend having one booked). My only critique is that I wish they had some more dipping sauce options such as sweet chili or anything besides just chili oil. Nonetheless our food was delicious and we can't wait to come back.
Been here twice and was not disappointed! Great vibes! We had a reservation so we were seated promptly even without having the 4 people all at once. Order was supposed to be placed at the bar which was a little inconvenient. In drinks we got the Dew Process which was sweet but nice, United States of Baijiu and Green Machine were great. Mandarin wings were amazing as always, tofu was greasy but great, honey shrimp was awesome! The silk dumplings were not so great since they were too doughy and I could barely taste the wagyu beef in it. All in all a fun experience!
When I think of bar food I tend to have low expectations and dannnnng this place knocked my socks off! We had the prawns, noodles, dumplings, as well as the egg rolls and they were all very good. Being Asian myself I'm very picky about Asian cuisine- and I was skeptical of this place but it was exceptional. The bartenders were super kind and sweet too. The ambiance around 6-8pm on a Friday night was just very chill vibes. Would definitely come again
Nice ambience and drinks. Reminds me of a couple of speakeasies in Vancouver Canada. Trendy, modern and classy. The decor hints being in a train. Street parking. They serve Chinese food that's pretty good. This is a sister bar to Lulu's. The tall burnet female receptionist needs better training to be more accommodating and friendly. We ordered a lot of food and were weary we could not finish before our reservation time. We sat in a larger booth so we had to leave when the next party of 4/5 showed up. There were other empty seats, although reserved for much later. The receptionist could have moved us to the reserved seats because those reservations were scheduled for much later.
i had been here before and really liked the drink i got, so i came back and got it again. unfortunately, i had a better experience the time before. the space was quite hot so i was a little uncomfortable. it was hard to get my order in despite half of my group getting their order taken right next to me. the food was hyped up to me, but it wasn't very special. i wish the dumplings had more filling. the bartender took my drink when i had one sip left :( that was the most frustrating part of my experience
Awesome night out or end of the evening atmosphere! Yummy Chinese-influenced bites with good options for GF/DF eaters like myself. The cocktails range from classic with a tropical or herbal flair to straight-up tropical and are absolutely delish. The feel is relaxed with the perfect touch of upscale-romantic 1920s-1970s jazz club glam. The music speaks to my soul; it is predominantly a fantastic mix of 30's-70's R&B, soul, blues, and jazz, with a little more modern mixed here and there. The service is expeditious and attentive without being obtrusive. The drink I'm enjoying in the photo I've included is the Sesame Street Colada. It's got a smooth but light creaminess, while still being refreshing with a little zing from the citrus and the perfect hint of sweetness. I highly recommend it. 2026 #3
Great vibe, food, and drinks. Would recommend and return. I ordered the New Years Special drink and salad - both were good but probably my least favorite. I saw everyone ordering the pandan drink - will have to get that next time. My table loved the egg rolls the most as well as the noodles. I enjoyed the dumplings too. Got there early right before rush without a reservation and was able to walk in. Interesting that you have to order and pay at the bar, was kind of awkward reaching over people who are talking and eating and order over them. Wish there was a section on the bar to stand and order at least so I'm not yelling over someone's head.
Interior is stunning. I've sat at the bar each time I went and service was always attentive and pleasant. The waygu dumplings are sooo good and the eggrolls taste just like my grandmas! I didn't love the drinks but that won't stop my from coming back and trying new ones. Highly recommend. Plenty of parking around! Update: I came here on New Years Eve and decided to give drinks another chance and OMG the Dew Process is a must have, just exquisite!
5 days ago
Service: Super friendly and accommodating host and bartenders! Food comes out fast! Ambiance: very dim and dark in here. Great for a chill night (or for a date night) Food: dumplings were super juicy and delicious. The scallions definitely add a freshness to the umami taste as well. The salt and pepper calamari is not your typical calamari - it's delicious in the sense that the batter tasted fresh. It's has sautéed onions over it as well for that extra umami flavor. read more
Panda Express could NEVA! I had just flown into Portland and was ready to eat. After rummaging through my bookmarks on Yelp, my friend and I decided on Silk Road in the Pearl District, and it did not disappoint. The vibe is very modern and swanky. We didn't have a reservation, so we had the choice to sit at the bar or on these cool couches, and of course we chose the couches. The food here is tapas style. We ordered the classic General Tso's, and at the recommendation of the host, we also got the salt and pepper calamari and the honey walnut shrimp. BAYBAAAY, everything was delicious, especially the shrimp. With some rice and chili oil, easily the best meal I had in Portland. My friend and I were debating going back for a second meal, and we should've gone back for a second meal during our trip. I'm not even exaggerating when I say this was some of the best Chinese food I've ever had. It should also be noted that they make a mean cocktail. I will definitely be back on my next trip to Portland. read more
29 days ago
Silk Road was such a good find! The restaurant has a moody, cozy vibe, the servers were really friendly, and the drinks were great. The salt and pepper calamari was easily my favorite!! Super crispy, well seasoned, and nice big pieces. Soooo good. The silk dumplings had a good amount of meat and a strong ginger flavor, but I thought they could've used a little more seasoning and had a bit too much wrapper. It seems like they made these pretty fresh, as my friend noticed it tasted different than their last visit. The chow wow noodles were super bouncy with the perfect slight kick of spice. I wish they had a little more smokiness, and the meat was slightly chewy, but still really flavorful. For drinks, I tried the Senate Sour and my friend had the Whiskey Sour. Both were smooth, well balanced, and not overly sweet. Definitely save room for the ice cream! The fried dough was incredibly light and crisp with creamy ice cream, whipped cream, and a tart strawberry sauce with chocolate drizzle. It basically reminded me of a deep-fried uncrustable with ice cream in the best way. I'll be back to try other menu items read more
We got the Dew Process, Pandan Express and the United States of Baijiu - of the three my favorite was the Dew Process! It was a very pretty pink and green layered drink topped with edible flowers - beautifully crafted and pretty easy on the palate like a slightly spiked latte! In contrast, the Pandan Express was very boozy and complex with slightly sweet/nutty profile - if you like whiskey-based cocktails, definitely get that. The food menu is limited but has a nice balance of small to large plates. We got the Wok'd rice and Chow wow noodles - the rice had a deliciously charred taste, and the chow wow noodles were thick and chewy, but they were just a little too salty. The ambiance here is dark, moody and romantic. Highly recommend sitting at the bar vs the tables because all three bartenders we interacted with were very friendly and fun! read more
This is my second time coming here and it's so lovely for a girl's night out! I've sat at a table and the bar before- either is nice depending on the group size. I do find the bar seating annoying because of how everyone has to go up to the bar to order, so people inevitably will bump into your shoulders and crowd your space. I've had the Dew Point and the Black Sesame Espresso Martini. The Dew Point is like a Melona popsicle bar manifested into a cocktail. The espresso martini was wonderful but I didn't taste any black sesame because the espresso overpowers the mild sesame flavors. read more
24 days ago
We started with an espresso martini and a squeeze the rich. Both were fantastic. We shared the egg rolls, dumplings, chow wow noodles, and the general tsos chicken. Everything we ordered was amazing. The egg rolls came with a really tasty hot honey mustard that I honestly wish I could buy a bottle of. We also got their house chili oil and it had a welcoming kick that really dialed up the dumplings. The chow wow noodles were like the best version of a pad see ew type dish I've ever had. The whole experience was great. We'll definitely be back. read more
2 months ago
Came here with a small group while visiting Portland. My friend was raving about the Cucumber Salad, and I'm so happy I got to experience this dish! This was easily one of the best cucumber salads I've had--refreshing, balanced in seasoning, and the crunchy onion is amazing on top! The cocktails were so creative--I love a good foamy espresso martini! read more
Looking for a late night spot with a date after a show or event? This is pretty solid! Dark, bougie, lounge vibes with some pretty good Chinese food! I couldn't see it very well, but it was delicious! We got a table, but you order at the bar...so maybe sit at the bar. Dumplings and their sauce were the star! Highly recommended! General Tso Chicken pretty good! Portions small with higher price, which matches the spot. I would come again! read more
15 days ago
Took my mom here for a m&d date and we both enjoyed our experience! The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. We went on a friday evening with a reservation (highly recommend having one booked). My only critique is that I wish they had some more dipping sauce options such as sweet chili or anything besides just chili oil. Nonetheless our food was delicious and we can't wait to come back. read more
3 months ago
Been here twice and was not disappointed! Great vibes! We had a reservation so we were seated promptly even without having the 4 people all at once. Order was supposed to be placed at the bar which was a little inconvenient. In drinks we got the Dew Process which was sweet but nice, United States of Baijiu and Green Machine were great. Mandarin wings were amazing as always, tofu was greasy but great, honey shrimp was awesome! The silk dumplings were not so great since they were too doughy and I could barely taste the wagyu beef in it. All in all a fun experience! read more
3 months ago
When I think of bar food I tend to have low expectations and dannnnng this place knocked my socks off! We had the prawns, noodles, dumplings, as well as the egg rolls and they were all very good. Being Asian myself I'm very picky about Asian cuisine- and I was skeptical of this place but it was exceptional. The bartenders were super kind and sweet too. The ambiance around 6-8pm on a Friday night was just very chill vibes. Would definitely come again read more
Nice ambience and drinks. Reminds me of a couple of speakeasies in Vancouver Canada. Trendy, modern and classy. The decor hints being in a train. Street parking. They serve Chinese food that's pretty good. This is a sister bar to Lulu's. The tall burnet female receptionist needs better training to be more accommodating and friendly. We ordered a lot of food and were weary we could not finish before our reservation time. We sat in a larger booth so we had to leave when the next party of 4/5 showed up. There were other empty seats, although reserved for much later. The receptionist could have moved us to the reserved seats because those reservations were scheduled for much later. read more
i had been here before and really liked the drink i got, so i came back and got it again. unfortunately, i had a better experience the time before. the space was quite hot so i was a little uncomfortable. it was hard to get my order in despite half of my group getting their order taken right next to me. the food was hyped up to me, but it wasn't very special. i wish the dumplings had more filling. the bartender took my drink when i had one sip left :( that was the most frustrating part of my experience read more
Awesome night out or end of the evening atmosphere! Yummy Chinese-influenced bites with good options for GF/DF eaters like myself. The cocktails range from classic with a tropical or herbal flair to straight-up tropical and are absolutely delish. The feel is relaxed with the perfect touch of upscale-romantic 1920s-1970s jazz club glam. The music speaks to my soul; it is predominantly a fantastic mix of 30's-70's R&B, soul, blues, and jazz, with a little more modern mixed here and there. The service is expeditious and attentive without being obtrusive. The drink I'm enjoying in the photo I've included is the Sesame Street Colada. It's got a smooth but light creaminess, while still being refreshing with a little zing from the citrus and the perfect hint of sweetness. I highly recommend it. 2026 #3 read more
Great vibe, food, and drinks. Would recommend and return. I ordered the New Years Special drink and salad - both were good but probably my least favorite. I saw everyone ordering the pandan drink - will have to get that next time. My table loved the egg rolls the most as well as the noodles. I enjoyed the dumplings too. Got there early right before rush without a reservation and was able to walk in. Interesting that you have to order and pay at the bar, was kind of awkward reaching over people who are talking and eating and order over them. Wish there was a section on the bar to stand and order at least so I'm not yelling over someone's head. read more
Interior is stunning. I've sat at the bar each time I went and service was always attentive and pleasant. The waygu dumplings are sooo good and the eggrolls taste just like my grandmas! I didn't love the drinks but that won't stop my from coming back and trying new ones. Highly recommend. Plenty of parking around! Update: I came here on New Years Eve and decided to give drinks another chance and OMG the Dew Process is a must have, just exquisite! read more
6 months ago
3 months ago
Silk Road is proof that bar food can be just as good. The cocktails here are fantastic, but honestly, I'd come here for the food alone! The wagyu dumplings are what I recommend, along with the mongolian beef and the wide chow wow noodles is one of my favorite things on the menu! Order at the bar and take your number and find a seat. Luckily I've come here on slow nights but I hear they get pretty busy. Pretty much the younger crowd here too. The whole place feels trendy, moody and elevated. Overall, great lounge bar. One of my favorite spots to catch up with friends. read more
11 months ago
We just walked in to this place on a weekend since we couldn't find any reservations online. We just got lucky and found a table for us. I have heard a lot about this place and was excited to finally try. The ambiance is very chill, chic, modern and perfect for a weekend night. It stays open late, the staff are amazing. The food was absolutely delicious and drinks were spot on. We tried sesame street colada, reposado recession, and milky way. All the drinks were amazing. In food, we tried the general tso chicken and silk dumplings. The food was delicious. Absolutely loved the place and would definitely be visiting again. read more
6 months ago
Went for the drinks, stayed for the respiratory ailments. Bartenders were great! Drinks were wonderful. Ambiance was mostly delightful except.... This air vent directly over their bar seems to have not been cleaned in at least five months (as far as I can tell from pictures in older reviews here and on Google Maps). read more
11 months ago
What a great fine. This restaurant is a vibe-y asian inspired low-lit bar with high ceilings that plays bedroom style music and is perfect for a date night (assuming you like the person you're on the date with) or a small group for drinks. The comfortable plush chairs and booths (even the bar stools are comfy) offer a such a r ambiance that if you feel like having a good cocktail and dish solo, you can do it without fear anyone will come and hit on you. Basically, it's an extroverted-leaning introvert's dream bar. The food is delightfully flavorful play on Chinese American fare. Some of the best dishes include the handmade dumplings filled with wagyu beef, the cucumber salad and my absolute favorite, the wok's fried rice. Did I mention all wheat/gluten free!! The service was excellent, the bartenders are sociable and talk cocktail-speak fluently--and they're also willing to put together something novel with unique ingredients like lemongrass sassafras-infused sherry, macadamia nut orgeat syrup, shiitake-infused vermouth, and lemongrass coconut milk syrup. My friend and I enjoyed the Oolong Old Fashioned and Taipei Milky Way, both were fantastic!! Highly recommend this spot, I will definitely revisit next time I am in PDX!! read more
What an awesome spot! The interior and vibe were impeccable, perfect for an intimate and cozy but elegant hangout. Their drinks were well-crafted using unique ingredients. We really enjoyed the Sesame Street Colada and the Pandan Express! Food was also tasty. The Egg Roll was a 10/10 while the Wings were flavorful but a tad soggy in the sauce. Definitely on the pricier end but still a great place to be and I'd for sure be back! read more
7 months ago
seriously so good!!! the vibes, the drinks, the food, EVERYTHING! perfect for a cozy little date night i forgot what the noodles were called, but that was my FAVEEEE and the wagyu noodles. servers are super friendly. was pretty packed when we went on a friday night. the interior is beautiful! i can't wait to go back :) read more
Amazing time at Silk Road for a post birthday dinner drink. Sarah the hostess was the standout just before the drinks. 10/10 personality and we chatted with her every time she walked by our table. Bar staff was great and helped me and my friend choose a cocktail. I don't know the names but I snapped a picture and we both enjoyed. Loved the vibe of this bar and will definitely come back next time I'm in Portland. read more
1 month ago
I had been hearing about Silk Road for the last few months and decided to check them out while in the area. The vibe is sophisticated yet fun and the bar was jampacked with a very young clientele on this particular evening . We were promptly ushered to the bar area and left on our own to hunt for a seat which we found fairly quickly with the use of a few elbows and shoves lol . The menu had some great selection of Chinese American cuisine from General Tso`s chicken to chow wow noodles . We had the Chicken wings , Dumplings , Tso chicken. I would say the food was fantastic because we have already had some before we came and still ended up ordering a few things . The cocktail menu is also creative and we tried a few great cocktails between the two of us and found most of them delicious. Service was good albeit slightly slow . read more
9 months ago
Such a good date night spot. I highly recommend reservations on the weekends, we had a reservation in the middle of the week and it wasn't super necessary. We love all the dishes and the drinks!! The service is friendly but not super attentive. Also although we had a reservation, we still had to order at the bar so it's not table side service. It is an elevated spot but this factor makes it less so in my opinion. read more
4 months ago
Great atmosphere and food. The Maduro Problems is sweet and tangy and a great sakè base cocktail. read more
Ambiance 5/5 Food 3/5 Service 0/5 It was good but should be better based off of the reviews and hype. I found the food to be no better than your average everyday Chinese restaurant. It was nothing special. There was nothing unique. The drinks were not our favorite. We had a mezcal based drink which promised notes of coconut and fruit. None of us could taste anything except smoke. Another melon drink was too sweet for any of us. The General Tsos was General Tsos. The dumplings were good but I have had better. The noodles were normal. Wings and ribs were also unremarkable. The egg rolls with honey mustard dip were a bit odd. The highlight was the side of chili oil which offered complexity beyond the chili flavor. Chili oil should not be the highlight of a meal. The restaurant itself was beautiful. There was a great jazzy playlist on play which added to the atmosphere. Decor from the tiles on the wall to the dish wear all spoke to a trendy sophisticated vibe. Service was not good mainly because there was no service. For the price and atmosphere of this restaurant I expect table service. Instead we had to order our food and drinks at the bar. This would normally not cause me to rate the restaurant 0/5 for service but the staff we did interact with were not helpful. Incorrect items came out of the kitchen for us. This perhaps could have been from the bartender trying to understand our order over the music and people at the bar. A friend of mine took one sip of her drink and hated it to not fault of her own. It was not what was advertised. She told a staff member this and he shrugged. She asked for a side of juice for her drink and he willingly got it for her. The drink still went untouched and there was no follow up. We all agreed that though we never would have wanted a refund for the drink or a new drink made, the staff should have offered. All of these sound like little things but, paired together; they result in service that is just lacking which can't be the case when you expect me to pay 17$ a drink. Also to note I did rate this lower than the group I was with. The majority rated this a 6 or 7 out of 10. read more
Honestly, the food is delicious and definitely worth trying! However, the logistics hold it back a bit. The online reservation system is kind of a hassle to deal with. Plus, having to go up to the bar to order and pay makes the whole area feel way too crowded. It was a bit overwhelming for bae trying to navigate the tight space just to get our food. Love the kitchen, just wish the ordering process was a little more comfortable! read more
11 months ago
Ordered an array of food items and each one was so incredibly good. I had previously had dinner and met up with friends but the food was so good I ended up having a second dinner. The bar itself is instagram worthy. It's dark, but not too dark. It has a good vibe to it. The service was easy as we ordered everything at the counter and everything came out so quick read more
2 years ago
Absolute home run! What a little gem in the pearl this place is! And at only 9 months old, they are killing it!!!! Came in for a Wednesday night date night last week and was shocked at how absolutely beautiful the ambiance was. For our bellies, we ordered General Tso's, wonton soup, dumplings and fried rice. For our livers....i can't remember but all three drinks were impressively delicious! Honorable mention was the soup and the Tso's. I've never in my life had chicken that tender and flavorful. My tastebuds were very thankful for my decision to nosh on this little treat! The soup was sadly a special. I would send the hubby for a bowl any time I was sick or hankering for that broth. Something from the heavens!!!! The fried rice was amazing. Loved the stickiness but I will say I wish there was a smidge more sausage but only because we were fighting over each morsel!!!! Mmm... I wish I wouldn't have ordered the dumplings. But that is completely my fault. They are these rolled in house little poofs of delight but with the wonton, it was just too much dumpling. I can't wait to go back. I'm torn on broadcasting this place since I'm absolutely positive it's going to end up with a cult following. read more
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