Luc Lac is a great spot if you're craving Vietnamese food! The decor is really fun, with neon…read morelights and a dragon that gives the place a cool, almost club-like vibe. It's definitely a nice spot for dinner. The service was great, and our food came out pretty quickly. You order at the counter first, and they give you a number to take to your table. There's complimentary water and utensils available on the side, which makes everything pretty convenient. You can also choose to sit inside, outside, or get your food to go. We ordered the pho with steak and brisket, and it was delicious! We also got the vermicelli with pork, which had a lot of flavor. The portions are pretty generous, so the vermicelli would be great to share. Overall, we had a great experience at Luc Lac. If you're craving Vietnamese food, I definitely recommend checking this place out!

Came in here after visiting long-time family friends that live in Bend who later decided to meet us…read morefor some eats in Portland proper before we headed back to Seattle. Let me tell you, if they had this place in Seattle, it would be poppin' for sure. Loved the decor, and the service was amazing. We were a party of 8, and they did the most to get us seated. They even combined two tables for us without too much wait. We appreciated this so much! This is one of those places where you order at the counter, and they bring your food to your table, although they also seat you. So you wait in line to order, and then you wait a little longer to get a seat. The menu is on a huge, lit-up billboard behind the counter, so you'll see folks crowded in that area trying to read it. The food was alright, no one was particularly blown away. I got a pho, and I would say it was okay. I think you come here more for the vibe and scratching that craving than for out-of-this-world food/flavors. The music is good, the servers were all super friendly, and it's a great vibe. Fyi, there's mostly street parking.

We came for fried chicken week. Though wing week is next week we knew what we wanted. So when the…read morewaitress corrected us more than once after knowing what we came for it was a bit ridiculous. Clean place, server was new, drinks were warm with no ice, tea was way too hot and the fried chicken bowl was tasty. Overall I'd give another shot on tasty and cleanliness alone.

Disappointing. We wanted to patron this establishment because of a social media post of someone…read morebreaking their front window. When we were being seated, the waitress informed us that no one broke the window and it cracked by itself. Okay no problem. We were seated quickly since they just opened the door. Service was good and we ordered quickly because we were hungry. We received our vegan and regular vietnamese coffee first. Both were strong and delicious. The tempura oyster mushrooms app was good, a bit too much batter tho. When I got my plate of "Tempura shrimp" plate. It wasnt what was pictured. (see pic). When I called the waitress over. She said yeah that's the grill shrimp rice plate! That's not what I ordered. You don't even offer that dish on the menu. I repeated that I ordered the tempura shrimp plate. She then asks me. What is tempura anyways? I show her the picture on the menu. She said oh. I never knew what tempura was? That's odd- you don't know your own menu? Of course the table next to us got the right order. They ordered the tempura shrimp plate and thats what she got! $21 for 5 small tiny shrimp. My daughter got the tofu rice bowl which came on a plate with super hard fries tofu, almost not edible. Quite disappointed with the food and prices. Won't be back.

My favorite Vietnamese food I've tried in Portland. The food is very tasty and affordable. I love…read morethe Grilled Lemongrass pork with woven noodles.

The food was very good. I liked the idea of being able to choose your base and then being able to…read moreadd whatever meats you want. The egg noodle bowl on the top with fried chicken and tofu was phenomenal. The chicken was similar to fish sauce wings and the tofu was very caramelized and had a nice salty coating of sauce. The bottom was nem nướng and pork with the woven noodles. It was a very big portion, but the fresh herbs/veggies made it feel balanced. An order of spring rolls were also ordered, but wasn't in the photo. It was ordered with crispy pork belly. Based on some reviews, I was skeptical about ordering the pork belly, but I was pleasantly surprised. The skin was very crispy and you could hear the crunch from across the restaurant. The restaurant is very open with big windows, but I liked the concept of the open kitchen look. The service was really good. We ended up ordering pork belly and shrimp for our spring rolls and the worker politely came by and told us they were out of it. He was able to accommodate for it and was very kind about it. Even though you can order at the table with a QR code, the staff was very attentive.

I had a very delicious dinner! They didn't cheap out on portions and it was reasonably priced. I…read morewill come back next time I'm in the area.

A haiku review: I…read moregot a question Why you serving crab rangoons With mayo based sauce ?? Stale and cardboard like Onto the spicy wontons They were VERY meh We are in portland But the water tastes so bad This place was a miss

This is my favorite Bun Bo Hue spot! The uncle and aunty here are the sweetest people. I willingly…read moredrive an hour just to eat here. It has a homey feeling and warmth that just makes your day better. Bún bò huế ở đây ngon nhất! Cô chú nhà hàng rất thân thiện và vui. Con lái xe khoảng một tiếng để ăn bún bò yêu thích! Ăn ở đây giống như ăn ở nhà!

BBH is not my jam but they seem to be some of the best in town! Friendly and fast service, the…read moreowners are sweet and hospitable. Interior is clean with tables able to accommodate large parties. I got the chicken soup and it was flavorful but it tasted a bit too 'soup powder base'. I asked for rice noodles but was given egg noodles by mistake, which was fine! If you're in the mood for BBH, this may be just what you need!

Went here with a friend for dinner. The customer service is all around, amazing! I felt like we…read morewere waited on personally. The restaurant is small and their menu isn't huge, but there is plenty of variety. You can grab a menu, place and pay for your order, then they'll bring your food out to you. I had the combo vermicelli bowl and chicken wings. The food is delicious. The restaurant had a low noise level, even with patrons coming in and out. There is a small parking lot, but it only fits minimal cars. Street parking is free, or there is a parking lot across the street where you can park for a fee. I highly recommend this restaurant!

Tasty Banh Mi! Full of fresh ingredients. The grilled chicken was super tender and the bread was…read moredelicious. Bonus point for the affordable prices. The Fried Rice was a tad bland but still full of proteins. Definitely want to be back to try more.

I absolutely love this restaurant! After just my third visit, the staff remembered my preferred…read moreseat (away from the A/C), my regular food order, and even my drink. They always greet me with a smile and are consistently warm and friendly. The food is always fresh, delicious, and consistently prepared. What means the most to me is that it never upsets my stomach. I have an autoimmune disease, so finding a restaurant where I can enjoy a meal without stomach pain is incredibly rare. I've eaten here more than 20 times and have never had a single issue. My go-to order is the lemongrass chicken with sautéed string beans and a Diet Coke. If you're looking for great food, outstanding service, and a place that truly values its customers, I highly recommend giving this restaurant a try!

Bep has been around for a few years, I recall visiting for the first time not long after they…read moreopened, and I remember their claypot dishes were pretty unique. Back then, I felt their prices for everything was a bit higher than most other similar places around, well that's not the case anymore. We recently dined here twice, both during lunch hours. Service is attentive, and the place felt comfortable. My kiddos had the Pho ga but felt the chicken was a bit dry and lack flavor, but otherwise delicious. I enjoyed my beef Pho, it wasn't the most flavorful but a very solid 8/10. The crispy pork rolls were excellent, fried perfectly, and both the Vietnamese coffee as well as the pineapple smoothie for the kiddos were well made.

They have perfected the art of pho to-go! Never been a spill or missing fixings. The beef pho is…read moreone of my favorite meals around town, always makes me feel better. The staff is also very sweet and the outdoor seating is really cozy.

Quality/Quantity - Garden Rolls - Huge, perfect for…read moresharing. Not sure if I have had these with thick slices of chicken. It was different, not in a good or bad way. Salt and Pepper Wings - I really liked these wings, the batter was "different." I can not really describe it, so you just have to try it. And if I was NOT traveling, I would have taken all that jalapeno garnish home and whip up another dish!! So good. Bo Ne Sizzling Beef - Good quality but small quantity. Barely enough for one person, yet alone family style. I also really liked the bread as it was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Shrimp/Tofu Crispy Crepe, Banh Xeo - Generous portions of shrimp. Fresh. Lycee is for Lovers - A cocktail for my young friend. It was okay; I told her I would make it better at home. Ambiance - A decent size location, mostly outdoor seating. It was a beautiful day today, so everyone was eating outside. Nice decor; see pictures. A semi open kitchen. Clean mall-shared restrooms. Open 7 days a week from 11am to 9pm, Yelp's hours differ slightly. Service - Counter service. Overall good. Catering available. Price - $92 + tip, a little expensive for what we got. Owner Comment - Congrats on all your success since 2022 and with your 3 locations. Next visit, I am going to try your Stem Wine Bar! Love your "About us" on your website.

This place has the best Broken rice by far! I had just moved to Portland 3 weeks ago from Puyallup,…read moreWashington and based on the high versatility of culture around the area, I was on the hunt for Com Tam. We were brought here based on my MIL suggestion and let me tell you! The food was amazing! The environment was great and clean. The bathroom was also clean as well! My fiancé had ordered Pho and I had ordered number 41, the broken rice dish. 10/10! We also order a side of egg rolls and they were crispy and flagrant and very well seasoned! The pork chop that came with my dish was tender, I was able to cut it with my spoon and the shrimp wrapped in tofu and fried was probably my favorite! The dish also comes with shrimp as well that was delicious all by itself. We had also ordered the Vietnamese Coffee- boy did that have my heart racing, but oh tasted sooooo good! Highly recommend to anybody looking for some Pho and rice dishes! Also they are CLOSED on THURSDAYS!

Solid, but mixed results across the menu. Pho Hung on Powell…read moreis a long-standing Portland staple, so expectations were decently high, but our visit ended up being a mixed bag. * Rice Plates (Cơm Tấm): * The Grilled Pork, Shrimp, & Crispy Tofu Skin plate was easily the highlight. The pork had a great char, the shrimp were grilled well, and the crispy wrap added a nice textural crunch. Steamed broccoli was a fresh addition, and the side broth hit the spot. * The Pork Chops with Shredded Pork Skin (Bì) & Egg Meatloaf (Chả Trứng) plate was decent, though a bit average compared to other spots nearby. The flavors were fine, but nothing particularly stood out. * Noodle Soup: The spicy beef noodle soup had a rich, deep color and a generous amount of fresh herbs and onions, though the broth lacked a bit of the punch and depth of flavor I was hoping for. Overall: It's a convenient neighborhood option with generous portions and fast service, but given the quality of Vietnamese food along Powell and 82nd, it lands right in the middle for me. Good, but not quite a standout.

It's a small and busy shop. You order in the front and seat yourself and also bus yourself. Water…read moreand condiments are self serve. Service was friendly and quick, one guy gave a little attitude and Twin gave it back and he ended up being apologetic because he made a mistake in her order and she was just trying to correct it. Just a little blip and moment of being human. I ordered the spring roll with meatball, spring roll with lemongrass pork, and the special shrimp tempura roll. Twin also got pho but I didn't get to try it. I loved the flavor or the pork with lemongrass. It was very tasty and the flavor shined through. The meatball spring roll had a fried rolled wonton in it for a nice texture surprise. It was also delicious and well wrapped. The tempura shrimp was easily a winner. For $17 it's more expensive than the other rolls but the shrimp was large and it comes with avocado for some creaminess and I love the veggies they stuffed including mint. The peanut sauce is the most different I've ever had as it has curry flavor in it that surprisingly I didn't mind! I didn't miss just Regular peanut sauce either. Great find for a quick snack and would like to come back to explore more of the limited menu. Gets busy during weekday lunch from office crowd.

As always, an absolute delight and the best broth in Portland every single weekday. But, for my…read morefellow athletes and dieters, this is about my latest obsession. Beef broth. Lovely, lively beef broth, so crystal clear, yet full of collagen and oils and when paired with a side of herbs and sprouts. Oh, YUM. Add a spring roll like I do for a tiny bit of carbs before hitting the trails, the gym, or riding the wild work desk!