What Restaurant Serves the Best Pizza in Portland? Who makes the best pizza in Portland? I know people who have nearly come to blows over this very question. Every year the same restaurants tend to place in the top five, and 2017 is the same. But not everyone wants a "fancy" pizza, which is probably why Flying Pie … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2017: Best Pizza in Portland
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Reader Survey 2015: Best Pizza in Portland
Who makes the best pizza in Portland? I know people who have practically come to blows over this very question. Every year the same restaurants tend to place in the top five, and I added some details about their pies. But not everyone wants a fancy pizza; sometimes you just need something quick and easy. For this … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2015: Best Pizza in Portland
Reader Survey 2013: Best Pizza in Portland
The results are in for our 2013 Best Pizza in Portland. First, it's always interesting to look at the results from previous years: 2012 - Apizza Scholls, Ken's Artisan, Dove Vivi, Nostrana, Lovely's Fifty Fifty. 2011 - Ken's Artisan, Apizza Scholls, Dove Vivi, Nostrana, Hot Lips. 2010 - Ken's Artisan, Apizza … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2013: Best Pizza in Portland
Reader’s Survey 2012: Best Pizza in Portland
I am surprised by the results of this years survey. In 2010 Ken's Artisan Pizza won over Apizza Scholls by a tiny amount. In 2011, the two tied. This year, Apizza kicked the pants off of everyone. 1054 votes were cast in this category. The rankings are as follows: 1. Apizza Scholls - 30% of the total. 4741 SE … [Read more...] about Reader’s Survey 2012: Best Pizza in Portland
Survey 2011: Best Pizza in Portland
Amazing. Out of 1011 votes, we have a tie. A TIE. Twice. I counted twice, and then built a pivot table to double-check, because I thought maybe I'd had too much bourbon. As you can see, there is quite a drop to 3rd place. Ken's Artisan Pizza 28% of the vote -304 Southeast 28th Ave. Portland, OR 97214 … [Read more...] about Survey 2011: Best Pizza in Portland
Review: Dove Vivi
last update, 5.17. I recently had the opportunity to eat at one of the more interesting pizza places in town. Dove Vivi opened last summer close to the corner of NE 28th and Glisan in that odd little mini-mall pocket opposite Plaid Pantry and kitty corner to Pambiche, the Cuban restaurant. It's a nice addition to the … [Read more...] about Review: Dove Vivi
Is the Oregonian Trying to Cover Up a Bad Review?
Pinocchio has mastered the art of spin control. Is the Oregonian regretting giving the restaurant a bad review? On November 21st, critic Roger Porter's Oregonian review of Pinocchio was published. Some choice gems: I cannot tell a lie. Pinocchio is the most mediocre restaurant in years to occupy prime downtown real … [Read more...] about Is the Oregonian Trying to Cover Up a Bad Review?
A Festival of Food News
Whole Foods and Wild Oats Food Fight Remember the talk about the Whole Foods buy out of the struggling Wild Oats Markets chain? Well, it appears the merger might be kaput due to government market (no pun intended) regulations, and eagle eye news sleuth Jack Bog, has an interesting take on the whole deal. Could it be a … [Read more...] about A Festival of Food News