Kenny & Zuke’s Deli Bar Closed

Ken Gordon has closed the North Williams Deli Bar. In an email to the Oregonian, Ken said "This was a very hard decision for us, and was a combination of several factors," Gordon wrote in an email. "First, the location itself was under-performing ... Second, we just got an offer we couldn't refuse."The space, once home to Pix Patisserie, will become Crisp, a salad bar at … [Read more...] about Kenny & Zuke’s Deli Bar Closed

¡Oba! Restaurante has announced Luis Contreras will be joining their team. He was most recently Executive Chef at Mamacita and Padrecito in San Franciso. Chef Contreras has completely revamped Oba’s menu with his modern spin on seasonal Latin American dishes, crafted with excellent, locally sourced ingredients. From the ahi jicama tacos to his hanger steak topped with … [Read more...] about ¡Oba! Restaurante Announces New Executive Chef

By now you are undoubtedly aware of the dispute between Cana Flug, the owner of the recently closed Besaw's, and the re-developer of the property, C.E. John.To summarize, Besaw's restaurant, which has been in the building for 112 years, failed to reach an agreement in their latest lease negotiation. The property owner, C.E. John wants to build a "mixed-use development", and … [Read more...] about C. E. John, Get a Clue

The Portland Penny Diner has been retooled. This is a slightly modified press release -After three years as a downtown breakfast and lunchtime staple, Chef Vitaly Paley’s casual Portland Penny Diner is poised to become the next happy hour hot spot, remodeled with cozy red Naugahyde banquets, additional tables and 8 draught cocktail taps—more than any other bar in city. The … [Read more...] about Portland Penny Diner Unveils New Menu, Updated Space, Evening Hours

I received a note from Anthony Cafiero that Ración is closing at the end of this month.After 2+ years of cooking some of the most innovative and local food in Portland, as well as offering an equally respected bar program, Ración will be closing it's doors after service Saturday, May 30th. We at Ración are proud of what we have accomplished in the restaurant landscape of … [Read more...] about Ración Closing at the end of May