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    Tropicale

    4.2 (181 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    TROPICALE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Trendy
    Outdoor seating

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    Happy hour.
    Jen W.

    Was exploring the area for a new lunch spot. Passed by Tropicale and liked the vibe. The outdoor patio was festive and bright on a gloomy day, so I stopped in and checked out the menu. The staff member at the bar where you order was friendly and helpful with suggestions. Went with the happy hour "2 tacos and a beer" deal. Took my order number to a table, along with a Victoria Cerveza. Chosen solely for its beautiful label, it was light and refreshing. Not long later two colorful chicken tacos arrived with a side of a deliciously smokey sauce. These were great tacos! The patio filled up while I was eating, cute pups passed through and friends gathered drinking tropical cocktails in pineapples. Felt good to be there. I'd gladly come back.

    Tostones
    Kareem A.

    Good place to have some fun on a sunny day. Drinks were pretty good, food could have had a bit more spice but did the job. Walk up service, was straightforward.

    Laura C.

    We got drinks here! Lots of nice outdoor seating. Drinks were good, nothing insane. Ordered a traditional margarita.

    tacos!!!

    really genuinely worth the hype, insane food and drinks are fantastic too. got the chicken, shrimp and veg taco, cleared my plate, husband got the verde pozole and he loved it.

    Chips Guacamole and Salsas
    Cathy S.

    The food, the vibes, and the service were all on point for my first visit! This is in a food hall corner situation with 2 other eateries sharing an outdoor dining space with heaters and a fire pit. While I don't love the lack of option to sit indoors, I can see how this would be appealing in the summertime! They have a small but intentional menu of food and drinks. Unfortunately no drinks for us during lunch on a workday but my friend did mention coming here for drinks before and being impressed. You order inside and they bring food out to you. Help yourself to water station right outside and bus yourself afterwards. Service was so friendly and he took the time to explain and recommended the menu items. All of us enjoyed our food and I really enjoyed the heartiness and satisfying flavor profile of the dishes. Prices were also very reasonable. Come get your lunch/dinner/drinks on!

    Pulpo con Chorizo
    Jan C.

    I got the octopus and the NA pina colada while my friend got the tacos. We shared a chips and salsa plate. The flavor was fantastic for all items. The service was nice, they brought the food out to us and we cleared our tables. The restaurant has open door seating which was nice for the warmer weather we're having. There are also other restaurants next door (our other friends liked their food from Friendship kitchen - Vietnamese, rollin fresh - sushi, and the pie spot) and nearby so it makes it easy to have everyone try something they enjoy. The tables I believe are shared with the establishments and were sticky and a little dirty which was a negative. There are 2 restrooms as well.

    Armita P.

    Discovered this gem in Portland! Amazing Mexican cuisine, fantastic happy hour deals, and a welcoming outdoor seating area. Perfect spot for delicious food and drinks! 2 Cochinita Tacos $9 2 Adobado Tacos $9 Tostada Ahumada $11 Whole Pina Colada ($13 no booze/$17 rum) The pina colada is just what we needed after our waterfall adventure! Tropicale 2337 NE Glisan St., Portland, OR 97232 11am-9pm (Happy Hour Monday-Thursday 3-6pm) Food 5/5 Service 5/5 Ambiance 5/5

    Chips and Guacamole
    Joe N.

    Given the good reviews, I decided to order takeout from here. Unfortunately, this wasn't a good experience. I purchased an order of chips and guacamole. I also got the Los Maduros Con Carne. First I was given the smallest amount of guacamole I've ever seen for an order of chips with guac. It isn't as if I ordered a side of guac but the actual appetizer. The guac was also just off. Had an odd taste, no spice or even a hint of salt. The chips were really good so that's one plus. I've had Maduros Con Carne (and similar items) before. This was by far the worst I've ever had. The plantains were barely fried and were extremely slimy. The cochinita was super dry and again had little flavor. Though there was a lot of it. They put a dollop of salsa that was alright. I wish there was more of it to bring some moisture to the thing. Maybe this is a one off. Or perhaps it's not the place to get delivery from.

    Salad
    Sandy N.

    This Latin/Caribbean place has an amazing, fresh salad! So delicious! I had it with shrimp and they were seasoned, cooked perfectly. The staff is so friendly, happy. It's nice to be in a place where people enjoy what they do. The outdoor vibe is also so relaxing and fun.

    Adobado tacos
    Charlie T.

    It's still a good place to enjoy the nice weather and sip on a drink and snack. We came during happy hour and had some snacks. I enjoyed the Oaxacan Old Fashioned with the chips & guacamole. The adobado tacos were also good.

    Pina Colada
    Chelsea W.

    Super fun spot for a drink and snack. It's counter service and the seating was all outside (at least it was on this summer day). We had pina coladas and ceviche. The ceviche was good but not enough fried plantain chips!

    Salad with added protein (shrimp)
    Jeanie N.

    Love this spot for patio dining! Definitely a great summer spot with yummy mixed drinks (non alcoholic options too!) The proteins are marinated super well with lots of flavor. Love the veggies in the salad with the quinoa, it's filling without being heavy. The salad had amazing salsa on it but not much dressing otherwise. Friendly counter service. I've come during the winter once and the patio is heated but brr it was cold and nowhere to dine inside, so keep that in mind.

    2 Pescado
    Jeff G.

    yummy pina coladas! The pina colada king for sure! Fair warning theses pineapple are like little rum bombs! Yummy AF Shrimp Tacos with mangos and red cabbage are tasty AF! Service is on point and the staff is super friendly! The musica out side is bussin! Only outdoor seating is available means it's super seasonal for them! Make sure you tip them well! We want to keep them around for the long run The whole vibe is chill and very tropical! Great atmosphere all together! Keep it up! Oh if you're big like me, you might want to avoid the blue plastic chairs. They're a little wobbly.

    Chips Guacamole and Salsas Pina colada Sol Dorado

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    Great tacos, nice service, fun place to visit. Enjoy having dinner here with my daughter.

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    We enjoyed our dinner at this establishment. Good food, ambiance/vibes, and drink (watermelon marg)

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    Ask the Community - Tropicale

    Is this place family friendly? Children are allowed?

    Yes all outdoor seating very kid friendly

    Do they have a happy hour?

    3-6pm

    Can I bring my dog?

    Yes! :)

    Is there heated and covered outdoor seating?

    They have a covered seating area with heat lamps all around.

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