I'm all about the food cart life but a food cart that has fancy foods and real plates and forks, count me in. My mom wanted to try the 5s5, I didn't love it I was looking for something for deli style, but don't get me wrong it was good. My mom loved it. I also ordered the Zappa of the day which was a parsnip puree, it was super tasty. I was sad they did t have pasta today, but the polenta ragu smelled and looked amazing as it passed by. The salad was soo pretty, I would have done without the nori but it was definitely something different. A good different. Very fresh. Now the whipped citrus curd with rhubarb compost. 1000% yes Don't sleep on this place. They even have parking and a covered patio. Will come again read more

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Once my partner and I tried their chickpea patty sandwich (I don't know what it's called), I keep day dreaming about coming back to eat it. Since then, we've tried their black squid ink pasta and eggplant sandwich. But that layered chickpea patty focaccia sandwich is the real thing. Because of it's subtle flavor and texture, it feels like a comfort sandwich. And their roasted potato side is amazing!! It tastes like golden yukon and it's super soft and flavorful. Just writing about it makes me want to go back read more

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This is the cutest food truck with an outside sitting area. Service was super friendly and suggested the special since it's not always available. The bread was amazing and for sure the star. My sandwich had grilled halloumi, an eggplant based paste and a kind of slaw. The flavors mixed well together and I thoroughly enjoyed the sandwich. When I ordered I did think the sandwich had actual pieces of eggplant so it wasn't exactly what I expected but that was my misunderstanding. It came with a small side salad lightly dressed with a vinaigrette and crunchy chickpeas. Everything was great. I would love to go back and try the other eggplant sandwich as well. The price wasn't outrageous , but a little more than I'd normally pay for a sandwich. That said, each component was fresh and light. I enjoyed that it was something different read more

Sorbu Paninoteca - Outside - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Food was great! Flavorful, well rounded dishes with options to great appetizers as well. The food did take a bit to come out, but if you don't mind waiting, it's worth the wait. Also a little pricey. I'll definitely be back to try the sandwiches! read more

Just ok...way too expensive for what you get. They change the menu every week so what I really wanted wasn't there anymore. $15 for a just ok risotto...no thanks. There was supposed to be asparagus and parmesan cheese in there, but I didn't see or taste either of them. The guy in the truck had a real attitude when I told him that I was writing for Yelp .." you and everyone else" is what he said. Like why should we matter. Had some kind of chick pea flat bread too....bland central. Apparently they can't even invest in pagers to let you know that your food is ready. No thanks. read more

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Tasty, but paninis are not pressed and toasted like you might think, maybe because they use very good fresh baked bread. The focaccia was very good, with a minty fresh olive oil. We got a couple sandwiches, the 5e5 which had eggplant and a chickpea patty w/ mozzarella (extra $3). I don't order a lot of vegetarian food, and almost never sandwiches but this one was great: the eggplant was not mushy at all I think bc of the chickpea patty which was also herbaceously flavorful. We also got the salcicia- which was like a sausage patty kind of panini. That one was pretty good but I was hoping for the porchetta one which I had been reading and drooling about but they no longer offered it :( and they also only had paninis for entrees no pasta no more. The cart is located in the back of a Mexican restaurants parking lot, which might not sound like the best venue but they actually have a cozy little side shack with covered seating that they will bring your food out to. read more

Hi-end Italian cart that probably shouldn't be compared to Gumba as the dishes are from two separate regions. The Peposo di Manzo was very good, the kale salad would make a great entree. The moist polenta is more cake-like than creamy, which is how I prefer it. And the beef is rich, so good. However, at $15 (September 2021) it's pricy for a food cart. The Torta di Ceci is a wonderful side dish, you don't often find such eclectic options at Italian sit down restaurants. Lastly, the vegan potato vellutata soup was light, but full of flavor. The two guys were cool, service was somewhat fast. They sit alone in a huge parking lot which sometimes hosts the Farmers Market. I look forward to trying their marquee item: porchetta. read more

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Friendly folks and great Italian panino! I had the chickpea and eggplant sandwich with grilled and marinated eggplant and tastiest side salad ever. Home made bread, hot and toasted! So much flavor. Menu changes frequently... waiting for the porchetta and roasted potatoes to return. read more

Sorbu Paninoteca - chickpea eggplant sandwich with side salad - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This is a gem of a spot, the paninis are both delicious and highly satisfying. Definitely a must-stop spot for a quick sandwich and a very well made and tasty one at that. The tart was fantastic, so rich and flavorful, I could seriously eat that once a week it is just a delightful dessert. The vegan eggplant sandwich had strong garlic spread and a very well done eggplant in the best of ways and the pork loin sandwich had a great mustard that very much complimented the meat. All in all a very very good experience and we most certainly will be returning for more! read more

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Simply delicious food. Quality ingredients, very reasonably priced. Came here since it was close to the airport and I was waiting for a friend to arrive. Got the eggplant and mozzarella sandwich. I almost never go with the vegetarian option but the owner's brother working the cash register recommended it as one of their signature menu items and I'm glad he did. It was very flavorful and unique. Can't say I've had another sandwich like it. Seems pretty healthy as well, not greasy or heavy. My friend had the flat iron steak which also left him blown away. Definitely come try this place if you're in the area. read more

Sorbu Paninoteca - Eggplant sandwich - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Don't sleep on this food cart. The nicest people, and seriously delicious paninis. The most unique ingredients that go together so well. I believe the menu rotates fairly often but it seems like ons of the four "main" sandwiches is always vegan, one vegetarian, and the other two meat. read more

Sorbu Paninoteca - The truck + the menu on 6/3/2021 - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Great addition to Cully-land. Extraordinary paninis and sides. Everything is made fresh on site. The bread, the farinata (chickpea pancake). Super quality stuff, friendly folks. Cheaper than flying to Italy!! Go! read more

I ordered the 5e5 sandwich which I think as is is vegan, but since I'm not vegan, added mozzarella and prosciutto to it. This sandwich was AMAZING. The bread, crunchy, fluffy, floury. The eggplant was perfectly seasoned and cooked and the mozzarella added the perfect element of melty goodness! My friend ordered the porchetta and it was out of this world. I will 100% be coming back and ordering everything else on the menu. Oh and also a wonderful plus, the woman working who I think is one of the owners and from Italy, was so so sweet and friendly. read more

Sorbu Paninoteca - 5 e 5 - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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When homesickness hits the best medicine is real authentic food from home- Tuscany maybe an ocean away but these people sure know how to bring it here in our beloved Portland! As an Italian abroad, I live for just the right kind of flavors and it is far from easy to find- look no further!!! Bravissimi Sorbu, your Torta di Ceci is balm for my heart. And my kids are devouring this amazing Focaccia! read more

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We have not been to Sorbu before, but I read quite a few raving reviews before we went, so i was hoping it would be good, but i really didnt expect it to be as incredible as it was! We purchased two of the porchetta panini (i wasnt aware pork could melt in your mouth before tasting this ridiculous deliciousness), the Torta di Ceci with black pepper and eggplant (what an unexpected and wonderful texture - delightful!) , their melon salad with onion/mint/feta/celery (i could eat this salad every day until the day i die and i would never get sick of it!), the olive oil and pear upside down cake (wonderfully moist, not overly sweet, but a savory, carmel-y delight!!!) I am looking forward to trying other items on the menu but the porchetta and salad stole the show this visit. Cant wait to visit again. Thank you for the delicious dinner, @sorbupaninoteca! read more

Amazing food! Amazing staff! Just love this place seriously one of the best sandwiches I have ever had:)

The beet salad with ceci was phenomenal. The service was friendly a informative and enthusiastic. We will be back

Honestly, I am a bit taken aback by how delicious porchetta sandwich was. My friend and I split the sandwich and the salad and are both kind of upset we didn't get two. Don't get me wrong, good portion size (for the price), it was just so good we want more!! Yum!! read more

Sorbu Paninoteca - Panino con la porchetta & salad - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Absolutely delicious. Pesto gnocchi was perfect, thick sauce that enveloped tender pillows. Porchetta sandwich was flavor-filled from beginning to end. You may need a smoke after (or before) this meal. read more

This place is amazing, I drove all the way across town for a sandwich and it was SO worth it. I got the 5&5 with mozzarella and i am already craving it again. The bread is perfect and not too thick. read more

Wandering around Portland looking for good beer and good food to make my day better. Stumbled upon this hidden gem. Order the 5&5. Add prosciutto and mozzarella. You're welcome my husband and I are blown away. Will be back. Also will need stretch pants next time. The panini is so filling! read more

They bake bread fresh daily. My husband and I were so impressed by the quality and flavors of the food. This will definitely be one of our go to order out places. read more

YOU HAVE TO TRY THIS PLACE! We ordered 5e5, praxis and Acquacoha and everything was just excellent in terms of taste, portion, service. I would highly recommend this place. read more

It's hard to pick a favorite dish because everything they make is addicting, even the salads are at the next level. We come here every week and can't get enough. We've taken pretty much everyone we know here and they all say the same thing- this is some of the best food in town owned by the best people. Make sure you check this place out! read more