Reader's Choice - Best of 2011!

This is another one of those questions where I was pretty sure what the top choice would be, but wanted to know what the others rated. I was a bit surprised, especially by the third choice. Maybe it is because it "feels" the most Italian of anywhere else in Portland that I can think of.Out of 814 votes cast:Nostrana – 1401 Southeast Morrison St. Portland, Oregon 97214 … [Read more...] about Survey 2011: Best Italian Restaurant in Portland

We all knew who is going to come out on top in this 2011 reader poll for best barbecue, but I asked because I was curious to see who would come in second place. You have spoken, and am just going to keep my mouth shut. I should note that it was a VERY distant second, and the percentages for third were so far below as to be meaningless. It would be nice to have a few more … [Read more...] about Survey 2011: Best Barbeque

I split the category for Best Desserts in Portland into two parts: restaurant desserts, and places that primarily serve desserts.Out of 924 reader votes: Restaurants:Paley’s Place – I agree.  1204 Northwest 21st Ave. Portland, OR 97209 Map (503) 243-2403 My review. Nostrana – 1401 Southeast Morrison St. Portland, Oregon 97214 (503) 234-2427 Map. My review … [Read more...] about Survey 2011: Best Desserts in Portland

I used to eat a lot of Vietnamese, but not so much anymore, so I'm a bit out of the loop. However, I am in the minority, as there are a ton of Vietnamese restaurants scattered about Portland. The top two choices are owned by the same family. Here are the results -Out of 639 votes:Pho Van - 22% of the votes. 1919 SE 82nd Ave, Portland, OR 97216  Map Silk - 11%. 1012 … [Read more...] about Survey 2011: Best Vietnamese Restaurant in Portland

Reader's Choice: Best Chinese Restaurant in Portland We are finally starting to get some restaurants that, while they may not be fantastic, are certainly better than anything we had a few years ago. If you are into Sichuan food, Lucky Strike is the best in town. Wong's King remains popular for dim sum, though I think there are better, especially if you are willing to head over … [Read more...] about Survey 2011: Best Chinese Restaurant in Portland