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Vertical Diner

4.0 (290 reviews)
Open 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
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Salty She R.

This is my favorite vegan breakfast burrito in town! If you want to try it you better go now. This restaurant is closing June 15 2026. Now is your last chance! We will sorely miss it.

Joe K.

SCW and I have dined at Vertical Diner a few times and really enjoy it. The interior is very much like the name implies, diner seating which brings back a bit of nostalgia. They have a counter seating area as well as the diner tables, outside seating and a back area. The food is always very good. This last trip I got a Vertical Ruben with mac n cheez and tiger wings. I really enjoyed the flavors of the ruben, which has the right ratio of sauerkraut, sauce, pickles (I think) and mock meat. Really good. The mac n cheez was ok, kind of runny for my taste and not very creamy. Since it wasn't really creamy rectified that by putting some hot sauce in it and it made it better. The Tiger (spicy) wings were very good. Right amount of spice and a good amount of celery with carrots. You also have an option of dressing and the ranch was tasty. I had a tasty local pilsner to accompany the meal and it was tasty. They seem to have a rotating beer list posted above the counter. The service at Vertial Diner has always been very good. Attentive, knowledgeable and kind. I actually enjoy the interactions with the servers as they are great. They do have a few to go coolers stocked with some sauces, seitan, kombucha, and some wraps. I certainly will come back to Vertical Diner in the future.

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Gwen Z.

What a happy surprise this diner is! We literally ended up here by mistake, but so glad we did! Who knew there was a vegan diner in SW Portland?? Not only a diner but an amazing diner! So many great choices on the menu. I had the garden vegetable tofu scramble bowl with potatoes. It was scrumptious! So flavorful! The power protein bowl my husband ordered, and loved, had a spicy kick to it. Our server was awesome and cheerful. The restaurant is large, has an additional back room. Looking forward to returning.

Vertical Diner: Chimichanga with a side of Mac and chez
Chiemi N.

Vertical Diner is a hit or miss with me. I love that it's 100% vegan. The booths are comfortable and has that old fashioned diner vibe. I love that there's plenty of parking. I've met friends here and I've come alone. One of the most memorable meals that I've had here was the Fiesta salad. It's the best salad I've had pretty much anywhere. I saw on their Facebook page that they were doing a chimichanga..that was one of my favorites pre vegan days when I lived in AZ. I came in expecting something close to what I've had in the past. It was nothing like that. It seemed like it was a breakfast burrito that was deep fried and had a side of Mac and cheese..it just fell short of the mark. This last time, I saw on their Facebook page the tiramisu highlighted. That really made me crave tiramisu something fierce! I planned on going there for an afternoon coffee and dessert. I brought along a book, just in case I would be by myself. I also texted a friend that lives close to the restaurant to see if she would like to join me. Luckily she was free to join. She got the sloppy joes for her late lunch. She did try some of my tiramisu, and she liked it. I've inquired a few times about the Gold room. It holds a lot of people for events. I was thinking of doing a birthday party there. I never got a solid response, but I think on their website there's an email that I can send an inquiry to. I guess the closer I get to my birthday, I'll have to reach out.

Anthony M.

Good vegan food and good customer service would definitely describe this place. Never in a million years did I think I would visit Portland ,let alone be in a restaurant in Portland. My trip to Seattle/Portland/ Vancouver BC changed that. I think the only thing I didn't care for was the ginger drink( I forget the nam, but it it a popular brand). It was more sugar than ginger. The "Reuben" was very good and the fries are some of best I had in a long time. If your in Portland, check this place out!!

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Marissa L.

I really enjoyed visiting Vertical Diner, which felt like the classic diner experience, just fully vegan. Our server was nice, the menu was huge with options for breakfast, sandwiches, sweets, and more, and the large booth we were in was a comfortable spot for a relaxing lunch. I got the TBLAT (tempeh bacon, lettuce, avocado, tomato, ranch dressing), which came with a side of fries. That was really good, as was my kid's mac and cheese, which tasted more like its non-vegan counterpart than most vegan mac and cheese dishes I've tried. I can be really picky when it comes to vegan cheese, but I liked this. My husband got their biscuits and gravy. I tried a bite of that, and it was tasty. They also let you order single pancakes on the side, so my kid got a strawberry one, which he liked so much that it was very quickly gone. Both looked so good that I think next time I might order something from the breakfast side of the menu instead. I'm glad we went a little out of our way to try their diner fare!

Mac & Cheeze Breakfast Plate & The Sweet Stack
Rafael P.

Finally was able to come by & get some delicious dinner style vegan breakfast ! Very much hit the spot with the Mac & Cheeze breakfast plate with the sweet stack in pancake choice. This is a straight forward diner experience & very much thankful to have in 2025. The service was awesome, quick & easy. Can't go wrong with the fresh old diner ambience while I enjoy some fluffy pancakes !

Tiramisu. Tiny. And why is there icing?

Five stars for the protein power bowl, which is SO much greater than the sum of its parts. It doesn't look like much, but it is the perfect symphony of textures and rich, savory flavors. The best dinner after a long week olat work, I'll definitely order it for takeout again! The tiramisu I got from takeout was TINY. There was a distinct lack of coffee flavor, and the frosting was oddly...cream-cheesey? Not my favorite. Deliver took maybe an hour at 6:30pm, so be aware of wait times

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Erin N.

Well worth the drive! Any time I'm near SW I have to stop here for an excellent vegan meal. Convenient reliable hours, spacious parking lot, great service, excellent food. So far no misses in several years of regular dining here! Ambiance is standard diner. Silverware is on on the table, specials on a chalkboard. Rotating kombuchas, beer, and cider on tap.

Breakfast Mac Bowl
Reed L.

really reliable for veg breakfast -- the only time i've strayed from a breakfast item i got a philly with raw onions so that was not the greatest. BUT like i said, breakfast bangs here. breakfast mac is LOADED with a variety of toppings and crispy veg sausage. very saucy, and as far as mac itself goes, not so noochy so it's very neutral and goes well with the toppings. always get friendly folks and very accommodating experience.

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Jeannie D.

Pretty great! Old school diner vibes. Good food/service. Love the variety of options!!! They have a pretty large menu for a vegan place. They do offer gluten free items/substitutions. They do a lot of take out orders, so don't go here if you're in a rush. Plenty of parking. Recommend!

Chikun Fried Stake
Shanti Kiran N.

I've often wondered if I could ever walk into a diner and order just about anything from the menu. Vertical diner fulfills that with its expansive menu! We got the chikun and biscuits and chikun fried stake. The gravy was delicious, the addition of broccoli to both plates worked very well and the top bit of the biscuit was soft and tasty. The chikun tenders on the biscuit plate were not to my liking but that is perhaps a personal preference. The chikun fried stake was delicious according to the husband and the accompanying mashed potatoes had a tinge of acidity to it was intriguing. There are many items to try here and we will definitely be back for more!

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Nick is the best! Super friendly and fast. He always remembers our "usual". We dine there often. Great plant based food.

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The best vegan tacos I've ever had! The service was incredible as well! And the margarita was just perfection.

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Delicious food, great service. Our food came out in about 5 minutes and the server was very attentive. Love the diner booths.

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Yummy comfort dinner vegan food. Great service, variety of menu items, and a fun atmosphere.

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Cool people and delicious food! I love the big windows letting in so much natural light.

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Do they serve their breakfast items all day?

Yes!

Are there gluten free options on the menu?

They aren't big on the gluten-free thing. In fact, I don't think their main focus is health, but rather cruelty-free versions of traditional diner food, which is fine by me. So many vegan restaurants focus on health. This place is different. It's… Read more

The number attached to the Portland location is the Utah phone number and the menu online is slightly different and I called the wrong one thinking it was PdX. The yelp needs an update on the phone and menu for Portland. What is the Portland phone #?

(503) 206-6150

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Mis Tacones - Chimichanga

Mis Tacones

4.5(187 reviews)
7.1 miVernon, Alberta Arts District, Northeast Portland
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As a vegan who loved Mexican food prior to becoming vegan, I have long lamented the dearth of good…read morevegan Mexican food -- indeed, prior to discovering Mis Tacones, the best vegan tacos I've eaten were beans, guac and a vegan cabbage slaw. And they were pretty good, but clearly lacking the flavor fully marinated meat flavors that tacos are famous for. BUT -! Tonight my dreams came true when I ordered -- and promptly devoured -- the vegan carne asada taco. Never have my taste buds danced with such ecstatic bliss as when savoring this bliss of spicy sabrosa-ness! Next I sampled the 3 Hermanos Empanada-- the interior was and cashew crema was delicious...and here is my only critique: the masa-based "pastry" (that enfolds the interior) was too heavy and dense. Now, truth be told my standards are epically high for empanadas, as I come from THE OTHER PORTLAND (Maine) and, as odd as this sounds for such a white-bread state, the best empanadas I've ever eaten (and there is a long list of empanada places I have eaten in NYC and SF) is in Portland Maine (it's called Quiero, and for good reason). So if I could conjure the greatest empanada ever made, it would involve the pastry shell from Quiero in Portland Maine with the interior 3 Hermanos filling from Mis Tacones in PDX. Mic drop, I'm out! Ps. Incredibly colorful, arty and fun interior. Pps. Cute queer staff who steered me right and are definitely flirt-worthy.

I ordered via Door dash and even then it was presented so beautifully! I ordered La Chimi and it…read morewas such a good portion, I was able to save half for the next day! Being Mexican it's hard to find foods of my childhood that are vegan and this has really opened my eyes to the possibilities. The gluten free brownies WERE SO GOOD I love when they are so goopy!! All my food and my horchata was amazing I can't wait to come back again i can't wait to see the store! Also didn't take a picture it looked so good I immediately went in and when I realized I forgot to take a photo she wasn't lookin so pretty anymore

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Dirty Lettuce - Seitan BBQ Ribs - À la Carte Creole Red Beans & Rice

Dirty Lettuce

4.8(172 reviews)
7.0 miCully, Northeast Portland
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We had lunch here yesterday! We were greeted nicely, and got our order put in. Now if you are…read morelooking for fast food , well you'll be disappointed. The service is great , however it takes a minute or two to cook up such delicious meals. So find a table and enjoy the atmosphere and smells. Ssssooooo goood!!!!!!!!! The ribs and fried pickles were a crowd favorite in our group! Come early and enjoy the most amazing vegan food around. Their soul food is absolutely without a doubt one of the best places in the city! Peace be with you all Sherri

My very first soul food experience was plant based soul food, how interesting! And I'm 100%…read moresatisfied with what I had. I'm definitely neither a vegetarian nor someone who appreciates vegetarian/vegan places that rely only on firm plain tofu or some other reformed soy products carby patty things as their protein source. So when I go to a vegetarian or vegan restaurant, I tend to order dishes where I can still see and recognize the actual ingredients. I was very happy with my calamari (oyster mushroom rings). The crust was crunchy and savory, it almost felt like eating flavored chips or other crunchy snacks like the Korean brand onion ring snacks. Inside the mushrooms were well cooked, they were hot and juicy. As a lover of savory crunchy snacks and mushrooms, this dish had me at the first bite, and I didn't even need the dipping sauce (but the sauce was good though). I finished the whole plate! My partner is a vegetarian, and he loved his bowl. I had one bite of it. The chicken popcorn looked quite real, but I still prefer real chicken popcorn. The gravy potato was a bit plain and light for my liking, but then again, I'm not someone who seasons food with only salt and pepper and put mayo and ketchup on everything, so you can be your own judge there. The ginger lime soda was super refreshing, zesty and icy, and it was perfectly sweetened to my taste. Staff were friendly and nice, indoor was warm and bright. Definitely a place worth to come back for the mushrooms and drink!

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Mirisata - Rice & curry with beef rolls

Mirisata

4.5(293 reviews)
4.4 miBuckman, Belmont, Southeast Portland
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Had another great order from Mirisata. I ordered the Rice & Curry plate with spicy jackfruit curry,…read moredeviled potatoes, parippu, kale mallum, seeni sambal, and a few other things I cannot remember. Once my food arrived, I started eating and forgot to take a picture. Their food is that good and I'm not a vegan. The portion size was average. I will order again. Mirisata is such a unique place. I'm happy I live in Portland to be able to patronize this restaurant. P.S. If you dine in, they are tip less. Imagine just selling things for one price that includes everything, especially a living wage for the staff.

I'm still puzzling over my experience at Mirasata Tuesday, after which I left hungry and…read moredisappointed. I came with three friends for lunch; we all placed individual orders then took our numbers (on a small standup sign) back to our table to chat and enjoy the day. Soon food came for the two men in our party, and we women encouraged them to eat rather than wait on our food. So eat they did, and in another 10 or so minutes more food arrived, but not my order. After a short discussion we realized that my food had been given to one of the men, and he had eaten it; now the food he actually ordered arrived, leaving him with two meals and me with none. Our server seemed to think it was our fault that we got the wrong food, and brought me a roti to eat but never replaced my meal. I was not pleased to have spent $17.50 for a serving of roti, which wasn't exactly the lunch I had paid for. I think i wpuld have liked the food if I'd had a chance to eat what I ordered. it would be most appropriate for the restaurant to refund my money since, through no fault of my own, I did not receive the food I paid for. It was the server who mistakenly put my food down elsewhere, and my friend who ate it had no idea it wasn't his. Unfortunately there was not so much as an apology, and I won't be returning to Mirasata.

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4.4(480 reviews)
4.2 miAlphabet District, Northwest
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Vegan friendly
Family-owned & operated

Amazing fish noodle soup I've ever had! We ordered:…read more- Green Tea Leaf Salad with tofu: It was just excellent! The dressing was light and refreshing, and the Burmese tofu was so tasty. - Moh Hinga (Fish Chowder Soup): This is the best! My son ordered this noodle soup, and it was amazing! It had thick fish broth (no fishy!), noodles that were so good, and was topped with fried fish chunks, sliced eggs, and lime-perfect harmony! It has a spicy side, and we loved it. Small, cute restaurant on 21st, and the service was good too. I can't wait to bring the rest of my family back!

Never had Burmese food before but heard great things about this restaurant. Service was friendly…read moreand the food in general was intriguing and yummy. Golden samosas: Yum! Must try appetizers. Fish chowder: I'd try it if you've never had it before but I wouldn't get again. Spiced chicken parathas: I'd get this again! 3 stars because the food took a while to get to our table despite it not being that busy and we had issues with the chowder coming out cold...the attendant was able to replace it but that took even more wait time :(

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