There is no official patio here, just tables along the sidewalk. However, these are a cut above average, high quality custom benches set well back from traffic. The sushi is pretty darn good too, a perennial PortlandFoodandDrink.com reader favorite. … [Read more...] about Bamboo Sushi – SW 12th
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Bamboo Sushi & Izakaya Downtown Opens December 17
The newest version of Bamboo Sushi will open on December 17th at the intersection of S.W. 12th and Stark Streets. According to the owners, the design is much different than their other locations - "The restaurant will feature all exterior walls as full, floor-to ceiling, German steel and glass sliding door panels that … [Read more...] about Bamboo Sushi & Izakaya Downtown Opens December 17
Reader Survey 2015: Best Seafood Restaurant in Portland
Every survey I ask you "what is the Best Seafood Restaurant in Portland?", and every time it seems like the selection is a little bit better. With all of the riches off of our coast you wouldn't think this would be an issue. Speaking of riches, I haven't been to any of these places in some time, but looking at the menu … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2015: Best Seafood Restaurant in Portland
Reader Survey 2015: Best Sushi in Portland
Portland is a sushi town, and that's reflected in the number of votes for the Reader Survey 2015 Best Sushi in Portland. We have lots of reasonable choices, and the cuisine seems to be growing in popularity. But the top choices always seem to come down to a favorite few. Those restaurants not mentioned here received … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2015: Best Sushi in Portland
Closures, Chef Shuffles, Rodent Wine, and Yelp on Steroids
The Press Club at 2621 SE Clinton street closed on July 20th. That is the second vacancy on the block this summer after SubRosa. From their Facebook - "I am sorry to say that the finance director of the Press Club has decided to close the doors on July 20th. It is in the hopes of assessing the fiscal aspects of the … [Read more...] about Closures, Chef Shuffles, Rodent Wine, and Yelp on Steroids
Reader Survey 2013: Best Sushi in Portland
In my experience, Portland is a sushi town. We have lots of choices, but the winning choices always seem to come down to a favorite few. Those not mentioned here received few votes. This year, Bamboo Sushi once again sweeps away the competition. However, there is a wrinkle. This year Hokusei Sushi, a newcomer to the … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2013: Best Sushi in Portland
Review: Bamboo Sushi
Bamboo Sushi is not your ordinary sushi restaurant. Not only is the fish much better than average, but they have garnered national praise for being the first certified, sustainable sushi restaurant in the world. They take great pains to follow the endangered species guidelines on the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Blue … [Read more...] about Review: Bamboo Sushi
Reader Survey 2012: Best Restaurant in Portland #22 Bamboo Sushi
Bamboo Sushi is not your ordinary sushi restaurant. Not only is the fish much better than average, but they have garnered national praise for being the first certified, sustainable sushi restaurant in the world. They take great pains to follow the endangered species guidelines on the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Blue … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2012: Best Restaurant in Portland #22 Bamboo Sushi