I came here for dinner one day with a friend and had a pleasant time. While the inside of the restaurant is spacious, and beautifully decorated, their parking space is really small and there are limited spots. You'll likely have to find street parking as we did. Service here was attentive and kind. My friend and I wanted to try a variety of dishes, so we ordered the Crispy Potatoes, Silken Ota Tofu, Chicken and Oregon Black Truffle Wontons, Hand-pulled Cabbage, and Ribeye Bulgogi. While this spot was good, I would definitely say that it is more Asian fusion than Chinese. I thought that the crispy potatoes and silken ota tofu were good but there was nothing super special about them. I was really excited about the chicken and Oregon black truffle wontons but was a bit underwhelmed by the lack of truffle flavor in the wontons we got. The bulgogi was pretty good, and I would say that the cabbage was my favorite dish with how prominent the flavors of Sichuan peppercorn and lap cheong were. Overall, not a bad spot for a dinner. read more

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Sign me up for Warsugai for breakfast, lunch, and dinner because those potatoes live rent free in my head. We dropped by Warsugai on a weekend as soon as they opened for dinner -- a bit odd in terms of timing but we'd been dying to try it and didn't realize they weren't open for lunch. We were seated right away since we were the only ones in, but service was super friendly and attentive. First off, the interior is so cute! It's unassuming from the outside but the interior feels so fun and quirky yet warm. 10/10 aesthetics. Now let's get down to the food; as always, husband the omnivore got the almond fried chicken and we shared a mix of other things including the crispy potatoes, silken ota tofu, french onion korokke, taishan cauliflower, and the summer chard. I was tempted to try the bokkeum bap aka the vegetarian main but I felt like there was more than enough for me to try from our shared dishes that I opted not to get it. The potatoes totally took us by surprise with how thin, crispy and yummy they were. If you go, you must get the potatoes, trust me. The silken ota tofu was good; nice and mild but could have used a touch more of the sauce. The korokke was surprisingly underwhelming so idk if I'd really get it again but not bad by any means. Just a bit on the blander side in regards to flavor. The veggies were all so so so good and my husband couldn't resist grabbing a cauliflower between all of his bites of almond fried chicken -- which per his review was good af. All in all, this is a super cute spot with a mix of vegetarian and meat options --I would highly recommend trying it if you're in the area! read more

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I made reservations because there was a big button for it on their website. When I got there I realized that I didn't need to, but better safe than sorry. They had outdoor seating. And while the weather was nice, I opted for indoor seating. Upon walking in you see their bar area and decor. I love the high ceilings and open feeling of the place. I got seated and presented with water as I looked through the menu. Our waitress was a wealth of information and even told us how the chef comes up with the dishes. I love the stories behind them. We tried the sake but ended up ordering cocktails. I tried the Chungking Express. For food, we ordered the rangoons, almond fried chicken, ribeye bulgogi and the cabbage. What brought me there was their ribeye bulgogi. It sounded oh so good and it did not disappoint. I want to go back and try the rest of the menu. read more

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Stopped by for a quick dinner and sat at the bar. Portions were generous, drinks were delicious and service was quick and friendly. The menu is Asian fusion and I liked how the cocktails had an Asian flare too. read more

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Beautiful dining setting ~ tall viewing windows, spacious layout with comfortable seating, lounge corner, chic decor. Service was subdued & solemn. Not much excitement about the menu besides 'it is all good'. Needs some pep in the sell & service. Food ~ pricey, pricey. Mapo Tofu, a burnt smokey flavor not customary to traditional taste. Crab Rangoons, real crab maybe but at $5 a bite the sauce needs to be more than the typical sweet chili. Kampong Shrimp was good but again pricey. Service was the weakest link when asking for this price point. Loved the vibe & drinks. read more

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Warsugai is a really interesting concept. It's elevated Asian-American food that's got some unique dishes. Upfront, parking sucks in the area, but eventually there will be a spot. Interior- Spacious, somewhat upscale interior. Food- high quality, priced fair for the quality, decent variety. Almond Chicken - I guess it's an American Chinese dish I've never heard of before. Chicken is slightly breaded, fried and topped with an almond gravy. It's not super heavy on flavor but, it's still still a solid choice. Kamprong Shrimp - some of the best fried, sticky shrimp I've ever had. It's hard to describe but for me these are some of the most tasty and addictive shrimp you can get. Appetizers - decent. I'm totally fine with just the mains though. Taishan Cauliflower - I could be wrong but, they might have ran out and gave me regular cauliflower instead?? it was ok read more

The food here is delicious! I'm glad I went with friends so we could try several items. The menu is not extensive, but everything on it sounds wonderful! Located in the prior Taqueria Nueve space, they kept the same layout. Yay! The bar has comfy seats and is a perfect place to sit if you come alone or with a friend. Along both walls are table and there is even a small, cozy area by the fireplace with a comfy couch and chairs. Now to the food! The crab rangoons are a must! Typically I avoid them as I don't care for imitation crab. No worries, Warsugai makes theirs with fresh Dungeness crab and they are fabulous! They are rolled into spring rolls, cut diagonally, and served with sauce. We devoured them. The pork pot stickers are another must have item. Made with their own handmade dough, they are larger than most, and have a delicious pork, scallion and ginger filling. One dining alone could make a meal out of these. For mains, we shared the Katsu chicken, beef short ribs and the cabbage dish along with three sides of rice. It was more than enough for three very hungry people! The chicken cutlet was perfectly cooked, the outer breading so crisp and flavorful, the meat juicy. They elevated the dish with sliced almonds in the top. I will go back anytime I'm craving a satisfying chicken dish. The boneless beef short ribs were sliced thin and stir fried with lots of black peppe, basil and bean sprouts. It is served in cast iron and arrives sizzling hot. Another winner! We were going to order the crispy shrimp with honey, which sounded delicious, but figured we should include veggies in our spread. We opted for the cabbage sautéed with lots of sliced chili pepper and peppercorns and it was a great accompaniment to our protein choices. Service was friendly and anytime the waitress didn't know the answer to our questions, which were in regards to their signature cocktails, she asked the bartender. Our group tried the Lychee Martini, a local craft beer, a standard Cosmo (me!) and then all enjoyed a glass of Columbia Valley Cab. This is a new restaurant from Chef Kyo Koo of the previous Danwei Canting. He hits it out of the ballpark again! He came over several times to see if we were enjoying our meal. Yes! We loved it! I would recommend going now before people discover it! They are open Wednesday-Sunday and you can walk right in and get a table. Saturday night is the most crowded, but I love the ambiance with more people. Parking is on street - either Ne Sandy right out front - or the side streets. You may have to drive around or park a few blocks away. We were there recently on a Thursday night and parked right out front which is convenient and avoids parking near some of the tents in the area. They do have a teeny, tiny parking lot but it only has one regular space and one handicapped spot. My only advice - and it's minimal - is reprint the menus on white paper. The menu is go,d writing in black paper, with touches of red, and while the co,ours are great for the vibe, it's really hard to read. Everyone, not just this old gal, was using their flashlight app to read it. Same with the menu on their website - you have to enlarge it to see the descriptions because it's the same colors. Their cocktail menu is printed on white paper and easily read by everyone. Look forward to going back to try the shrimp and enjoy more of everything! read more

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Such an amazing dinner and cocktails! We got the namesake (phenomenal cocktail) and a version of the Chungking express. For dinner we got the shoestring potatoes (wow, so good), the cauliflower (amazing flavor) and the pulled cabbage (so good). Our main entree was the Warsugi almond chicken. I would come back weekly for this amazing dish. Nice work! Highly recommend! read more

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This restaurant opened January 30, 2024 in the former Taqueria Nueve building. Everything was delicious! We started with the "Chicken And Oregon Black Truffle Wontons" appetizer, and two entrees: the house namesake "Warsugai Almond Fried Chicken"- with roasted almonds, iceberg lettuce, almond gravy and "Sizzling Ribeye Bulgogi" with tender slices of ribeye steak, onion, sesame seeds and pickled mustard greens. Highly recommend! read more

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Such a good spot. The rebrand to Chinese Cowboy is smart and thoughtful, the staff are so friendly and the vibes are GOOOD! I am a huge fan and think everyone in portland should try this delicious spot. My only recommendation is that sake should be on the menu Please!!!! read more

Warsugai - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Can't think of a more hyped spot than this one right now. The inside is modern and open with a big bar stocked full of unique liqours/liquers. Too bad we went in for lunch, eventhough I'm sure it's 5PM somewhere. We started off with some Crab Langoons and Chicken Truffle Wontons. The Crab Langoons were AMAZING. Real crab through and through the spring roll. There were only two but we're more than happy with what we got. Wouldn't complain if we got more though. Freshly fried, light, and crispy. Consider us appetized. The Wontons, on the other hand, didn't slap as hard. The truffle flavor could be stronger and the vinegar sauce was a bit too overpowering for me. Great portion and the filling was very juicy though. You can tell that they make them fresh. During lunch, they serve their entreés as a complete dish with rice and side of sauteed cabbage. rather than shareable plates for the table. We got the Warsugai which was a tender fried chicken with almond. Very unique but sadly bland. Some citrus and salt would have helped this dish a bit. In contrast, the Kampong Shrimp was fire. Literally haven't had shrimps this good and fresh in a loooong time. The shrimps were so meat. The batter crunchy, sopping up all the wonderful sauce which I proceed to put on everything. 10/10 you should get this. Eventhough some of dishes were a miss, we still had a really good dining experience. Love the unique twists to classic Chinese dishes, making for a fun meal. Portion was also great. Service was friendly. Would love to come back and try their other dishes, as well as their fun-sounding cocktails. read more

Food was excellent! My first time walking up to the doors to the restaurant my eyes went straight to the bar and this beautiful colorful bar that has the best vibe with a neons on the wall with a up right grass installation. Looks very cool and fun! The vibe is in point! And the best part! It's also an open kitchen. I love to see these fine cooks and chefs doing what they do best. MAKE DELICIOUS FOOD!!! Cheers to you chef! Great new restaurant in SE Portland that everyone should try out! read more

I was a little disappointed because of all the rave reviews. We tried a decent amount of dishes and none of them really tasted like much. The service was slow but friendly. --Wontons: fine, but unremarkable. Needed something --crispy tofu: probably one of the better things we tried all night --yu choy: greasy, bland, flavorless --cauliflower: slightly undercooked, a little greasy, slightly more flavor than the yu choy --Mapo tofu: literally tasted like nothing?? Mapo tofu is supposed to be very flavorful and spicy. This version was incredibly bland and had neither spice nor flavor. It was basically plain, unseasoned chunks of tofu in a thick brown broth that looked tasty but basically just tasted like low sodium veggie stock. Disappointing --warsugai chicken: I didn't try this, but the others at my table said it was good Overall a big letdown (especially for the price!) go somewhere else unless you like tasteless food. read more

Warsugai - Wontons - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Came in for a lunch date on a Saturday and the place was not busy, so we got seated at a table right away. The setting was unique and had a retro vibe to it. Our server started us off with some samples of their Sake and our favorite out of them all was the Yuzu, which has a citrusy flavor combination of lemon and tangerine. For appetizers we had a hard time deciding, but we went with the Dungeness Crab Long Rangoons, that came in the form of an egg roll, but the only difference is the real crab versus the traditional imitation Krab. Loved this so much! For the mains, we got the Warsugai Almond Fried Chicken and the Ribeye Bulgogi, with a side of Hand Pulled Cabbage. You will definitely need rice to go along with the dishes because it was all kind of salty, especially the cabbage. My favorite was definitely the Almond Fried Chicken, I enjoyed the texture combination of the crispy chicken and crunchy almonds that was smothered in a light savory sauce. What we ordered was perfect for just the two of us, but if you plan on coming with a group, just be aware that the dishes are not served in large portions like you would typically expect at a traditional Asian American restaurant. Otherwise, it was a good experience and will have to come back to try other items on their menu. read more

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Came here for lunch a couple months ago. The place was completely empty aside from one other couple. There was just a bartender and one server working.....They were kind but unbelievably slow, like so slow that we ended up having to get up and grab our own boxes/ask for water, silverware etc. The food we ordered looked pretty but tasted like almost nothing. I don't remember what we ordered but I sincerely didn't like it. It had a cute ambiance so maybe come at night time for a cocktail or something but strictly for food? It's a no for me dog. read more

We wanted to ventured to the Eastside for some Asian fusion food and found this interesting place. The vide was a mix of traditional Asian restaurant setting but a openness to it. The menu selection was great but when the food arrived we were taken back but the taste and portion size. Wontons were dialed. The bulgogi, crab noodles and Korean fried rice were fantastic. Service was awesome and attentive. Place had steady patrons coming and going so they are doing something right. We will be back. read more

I was also really excited to try this place based on all the rave reviews and the menu. Unfortunately my partner and I were left dumbfounded as to how these 5 star reviews came to be. First off, we were super cold during the whole dinner, a lot of diners in the restaurant were wearing their puffy jackets such as myself. We had a rezy for 7 and we had to wait for a table (nbd) but we also had to wait more than while for both drinks and food to arrive. We finally had our meal around 8:30 and were ready to bounce ASAP due to the cold and the super slow service. Regarding the food, I chose this spot because I was really craving Chinese food. If you're looking for good or decent Chinese, I wouldn't recommend this spot. I love both traditional and American Chinese food, and I didn't find the food here to be a decent variation of either types. Personally, I found the almond chicken to be super bland and with a thick, clear sauce that did not taste remotely familiar or appetizing. We also ordered the mapo tofu and yu choy--both were uninteresting, not something I'd recommend or order again. I had great hopes for another Chinese spot in Portland (we def need more!) but this really wasn't what I had in mind. Next time we'll probably stick with Hengrys or Kanji. read more

I really do not understand the 5 star reviews.... We went to this restaurant after seeing an Instagram ad. The vibe inside was a bit confusing and kind of bland. We got there before the rest of our party and ordered two cocktails off the menu, and despite the restaurant being relatively quiet, it still tool 15 minutes for the cocktails to arrive. Once the rest of our party arrived we ordered the Pupu dinner and the server said it would be 8 dishes. For $65 each. Truffle wontons and the crab long rangoons were probably the best thing we had in the appetizers. The "crispy" tofu had good flavor but the tofu was soggy. Crispy potatoes were thin potato sticks with some seasoning. It wasn't bad but texture and flavor felt like a plate of crushed potato chips. Their signature Warsugai almond chicken was SO bland. Even though it came in gravy there was no flavor in any of the dish. The Kampong shrimp had good flavor but the shrimp tasted frozen. We had to ask multiple times for clean plates, service was not organized, second round of cocktails took same amount of time to arrive. Based on how unorganized everything felt we were surprised this restaurant had been open since January...we thought it was opening week. Overall we paid $100 each for the Pupu dinner and 2 drinks. If the food had been enjoyable we wouldn't have cared, but instead, we walked away disappointed. If you are craving Chinese food look elsewhere read more

Delicious food packed with flavor, gorgeous atmosphere inside and out, amazing music, super attentive staff. A must go to place if you're anywhere in Portland. I went here on a date night and had an amazing experience!! Highly recommend. read more

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Eager to celebrate the Chinese New Year, my friend and I were craving Chinese food and decided to give Warsugai a try. I'm glad we did! The restaurant is lovely with mint tiles surrounding the bar, a waving kitty on the wall, and plants around the perimeter. The door was opened for us as we entered, and we were seated quickly. Since we wanted to be adventurous and try multiple items on the menu, my friend and I decided to order the Pu Pu Platter. Not really a platter though, our food came out individually and took up the majority of our table. Ours came with the Silken Ota Tofu, Noble House Pork Potstickers, Dungeness Crab Long Rangoon, BBQ Pork Coppa, Sizzling Black Pepper Beef Short Ribs, Taishan Cauliflower, and Warsugai. Everything was flavorful and delicious, so it was hard to pick favorite items. Although I'm not usually a fan of tofu, I enjoyed the differing textures of the soft tofu and crispy potato and scallions. The crab rangoon was amazing! No imitation crab here...Fresh crab rolled up in a spring roll fashion and served with a chili sauce. Yum! We also enjoyed the bbq pork coppa which came with a dollop of mustard which complimented the pork nicely. Finally, the Warsugai itself was delicious. Lightly fried chicken which was not overly heavy or greasy topped with almond gravy and almond slivers on a bed of shredded lettuce. So good! Your server will check you out at your table which is convenient, but also a little awkward since he or she will be in front of you when the machine prompts for a tip and a rating of your meal and service. This was not a deterrent since everything was wonderful. Hoping they will add a dessert item or two to the menu someday. We loved our experience at Warsugai and look forward to elevated Chinese food again soon! read more

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Okay when looking at the photos of this food I was sure it was going to be amazing . I mean it's an Asian fusion menu of sorts what could go wrong? Unfortunately everything I ordered was terrible . I got Mapo Tofu which is so simple and basic how could anyone mess this up ? It was cooked in some weird gravy pastey sauce that could have been a packet of Au ju and cornstarch blended . It didn't even come close to any Mapo Tofu dish I have ever had . Next was those potatoes, bleh ! They don't have an identity , they are not French fries or pomme frites, I have no idea what they were going for but the potato was ruined here. The added small weird sauce or relish (I couldn't tell) over the top also a flavor fail . I won't be returning until I see better reviews on these dishes . read more

Warsugai - Mapo Tofu and the shredded potatoes. - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Service was 5 stars. The person waiting our table was friendly and good at their job. Ambiance is 5 stars. The design of the space and decor is *chefs kiss The food.... Meh. Really left something to be desired to be honest. I liked the wontons the best. The Crispy Ota Tofu and Pork Coppa didn't have much flavor. We ended up asking for sides of garlic chilli to make it a bit better. They sell mini cocktails but we ordered a regular sized one that came out in tiny glasses. Can't imagine what size the minis are. $15 dollars for a small cocktail is frustrating haha. Hope they dial it in! read more

Great food!! Order Kampong Shrimp and Chicken & Oregon Truffle Wontons!!! A great spot to go before heading out to dance! read more

Simply put, nothing was amazing. Wontons were bland (didn't taste truffle at all) and the sauce just tasted like vinegar. Shrimp were crispy and cooked well but again, flavor was whatever. Some bites were so peppery it was off putting. Other bites were pretty dang good. The bulgogi was definitely the best dish, but nothing outstanding. Beef was tender, but the dish was like 60% onion. Ambiance was not amazing. great decor but dead inside. Service was fine. Wanted to like it more! read more

Warsugai - Shrimp - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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It's open! We tried their version of everyone's favorite crab Rangoon but, with fresh crab and crème fraiche instead of cream cheese. Delicious! Stuffed with crab in the crispy wrapper. Nice light dipping sauce with a kick. We will be back to try more bites, the menu looks great. read more

Warsugai - Last one of four tasty crab appetizers.....we plowed through the first three - Chinese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I saw that this restaurant opened up recently and decided to give it a try. So glad I did! The ambiance and the service was great! The drinks were superb. The food was also super good. We got the potstickers, the rangoons, the wontons, the cabbage, and the cauliflower. The rangoons and the cabbage were probably our favorites. If I am being super picky, some of the food was slightly over salted, but overall the food was very well done and flavorful! read more

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The food was generally "just ok" and there isn't anything I'd come back for. We tried dishes such as the tofu, cabbage, wontons, crab rangoon, fried potatoes, bulgogi, cucumbers, and fried chicken. Their namesake chicken dish left us a bit confused as it was quite bland and an unexpected combination. I was excited to try this place based on social media hype, however, was underwhelmed with the food. The service was lacking. They messed up our group reservation (they reserved the table for the wrong time) and were not very polite about it when the issue was on their end and the comments made to us felt very accusatory. Later on they said the "owner" made a mistake after we showed them proof but also claimed that they called us, however, we did not receive a call. The restaurant was maybe a quarter full and I thought the table was ready for us after they re-set it up so I sat down. They asked me to get up and to sit at the bar until my party arrived. I got up and literally took 2-3 steps to sit at the bar for a couple of minutes. That's a strange "policy" that was unnecessarily forced at that moment, especially after the initial encounter. There was a lack of hospitality from one of the employees specifically. Our waitress later on was friendly. read more

I've been here twice in the last 7 days and plan to go as often as I can. The whole vibe is very old school Portland, funky, chic and approachable. The food is comforting, delicious and affordable. Favorite dishes include the strange yet addictive almond chicken, the fried Ota tofu, the dumplings and cabbage. Sabrina the GM was bartending on my first visit and though we've never met, I immediately felt warm and welcome like we had known each other for years. Def a welcome addition to the neighborhood! read more

oh my! A new favorite place! The food is outstanding, the staff are delightful, and the whole feel of the place is wonderful. We sat in a cosy nook and had the best time. Already planning our return. read more

Food was excellent. Diverse tasty dishes and excellent service and atmosphere . A great addition to the NE neighborhood!

Food was blah with every dish we had and we tried 6! Note- the wheat icon next to dishes does not mean GF. Unfortunately it was our first time and will be our last. Ambience and service was great. read more

Loved the truffle wontons and crispy potato. Didn't try too any of the main courses as we just came in for happy hour for some small bites and drinks. read more

Super cute interior but very mediocre food. All the food kind of had a one note flavor. We did the chefs tasting menu and got a decent amount of food but nothing stood out. The cauliflower was pretty good, the shrimp and chicken truffle dumplings were decent. The highlight was they had a good drink pour and good service. Flavor wise it was flat and I would not go back unfortunately. read more

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Excellent and attentive service without being annoying. We didn't have a reservation but got a table, and they even fast-tracked our order since we were on a bit of a time crunch. The two dishes we had -- the signature almond chicken and the shrimp entree -- were unlike anything we've had before, in a good way. The almond sauce was slightly sweet and complimented the beautifully fried and tender chicken. The shrimp were large and flavorful. We also had the spicy cucumbers, which were a good foil for the other flavors. Portion size is large, so we ended up taking some home. Overall a very different and delicious spot. read more

Love love LOVE this new spot that took over the old Taqueria Nueve space. We had a large party and ordered almost everything on the menu. All insanely delicious and fresh and accommodated our friends GF allergy too (she could eat nearly everything we ordered!). Top favorites - Ota Tofu, almond fried chicken, cucumber salad and the shrimp. But truly it was all so so good. The staff was incredibly kind too. read more

Went in to get dinner the other night with my family! The ambiance was welcoming, along with the staff. We started off with some of their specialty cocktails, and boy were they good. The server was super sweet and guided us through the menu, and helped us decide which of the dishes we wanted. It was family style, which we LOVED!!! She described each dish so well and timed out all the courses for us, so there was no haste. The kids loved it and want to come back! Definitely recommend the crab Rangoons and the Pork Coppa!!! read more

We were pleasantly surprised by this place. Not that expectations were low, they weren't. It just exceeded. It had been on the list for a while and we finally got there. I was expecting the servings to be kind of small plates, but they definitely were not, we had enough to split some to take home. We had crispy Ota tofu, crispy potatoes (which are kind of a shredded hash brown version), Crab noodles, hand pulled cabbage and bok choy with mushrooms. Everything was really flavorful and fresh. The bok choy was my favorite but pretty saucy. Finished that off with some sake. Our server was so great helping us through. She had great energy and was super engaging. It was not busy at all on a Thursday, so go eat and here so we dont lose another great Portland restaurant!!! read more

Delicious food, awesome atmosphere, and the people are super. We had a birthday and were like "hey you mind if we bring a cake in here" and they were so like "oh of course" and then brought us a cake knife, plates, and some glasses of champagne. read more

The service was great, but the food was just so underwhelming. It's too bad because the place is so inviting. But it was way too expensive for what we got. read more

The food was FANTASTIC!! I love the concept... dishes that I grew up but with chef Koo's own masterful and mouth watering touch!! I don't think Chef brags enough about the fact that he won an episode of "CHOPPED"... but it is duly apparent when you see and taste what he creates with his own vision and ingredients. I had six dishes with a friend (haha) and finished them all... so it's hard to recommend one. Warsugai is obvious since the restaurant is named after it. But you'll also love and possibly be surprised by the kampong shrimp, sausage and cabbage and you gotta try the crab rangoons. I've literally never had crab rangoons this good. They're not the standard "imitation crab and cream cheese" (which we all enjoy)... these are filled with a good amount of real crab and maaaaaan... so delicious!! The ambiance and decor are just an added bonus. Appropriate for both casual hang out with friends or romantic night out with someone special!! read more