The cruise ship that is Andina Restaurant has hit the rocks. Updated 7/10 - the final score was 51 of 100 points. I'd like to say that this is a minor setback for Andina from which they will quickly recover, but this is another nail in the coffin for the Peruvian restaurant which was rocked with scandal in 2013 after being closed several days after two norovirus outbreaks. I … [Read more...] about Andina Fails Latest Health Inspection
Andina Restaurant
Reader Survey 2017: Most Romantic Restaurant in Portland
Your Choice for the most romantic restaurant in Portland Romance. Candlelight, quiet conversation, memorable communal experience, flirting. That is my definition, but, judging from the list, many people have other criteria. I went all the way back to our 2006 results, which contained many blasts from the past: Alba Osteria, Alberta Oyster, Andina, Fenouil, Carlyle, Paley’s, … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2017: Most Romantic Restaurant in Portland
Reader Survey 2013: The Best Place to Dine with a Group
Family in town? Just looking for a good place to eat with a bunch of friends? Here are the results from "Best Place to Eat with a Group".Out of 581 total votes, only two restaurants rose to the top:Andina – 1314 Northwest Glisan Street, Portland, OR Map (503) 228-9535 Read my review here.Toro Bravo – 120 NE Russell St., Portland, OR. Map (503) 281-4464 . Though, … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2013: The Best Place to Dine with a Group
Reader Survey 2013: The Best Restaurants in Portland
Once again, Portland Food and Drink readers pick the best restaurants in Portland. As normal for this survey, I'm only listing the restaurants that stand out from the others by a large margin. Results were much tighter this year than in the past - once we get past Pok Pok, the spread is just 196 votes between the rest of the restaurants on the list. The difference between Le … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2013: The Best Restaurants in Portland
Reader Survey 2012: Best Restaurant in Portland #1-11
1. Toro Bravo - Everyday Spanish food is about quality and fresh ingredients, simply prepared. This is rustic food, meant for downing as tapas and accompaniments to glasses of Spanish Rosado or pitchers of Sangria. This is food to relax over, to nibble at, and to share with friends.The Toro Bravo menu starts with pinchos, which are “little bites.” These are as simple as a … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2012: Best Restaurant in Portland #1-11