Pending completion of a review of an Indian restaurant (one more visit needed), here are some news items which have recently caught my eye. Have you been waiting for the Filipino restaurant Magna to open? As a fan of Filipino food, I have. It was back in June of 2017 when chef Carlo Lamagna left his position at Clyde … [Read more...] about Restaurant News: Magna, Montesacro, Impala Mexican, New Beaverton Restaurants
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Reader Survey 2017: Best Vietnamese in Portland
The Best Vietnamese food in Portland? Everyone seems to have an opinion It wasn't until writing up these results that I realized my consumption of Vietnamese food this year is zero. I'm not sure why, as I like the cuisine, especially a bowl of pho on cold afternoons. Without a conscious decision, I've been drawn … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2017: Best Vietnamese in Portland
Reader Survey 2015: Best Vietnamese Restaurant in Portland
The first time I asked what is the Best Vietnamese Restaurant in Portland, it seemed to be on an upswing. It seemed like everyone was a fan of pho. These days we have so many other options it feels like the cuisine isn't as popular as it used to be, but judging by the number of votes cast, it still has lots of … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2015: Best Vietnamese Restaurant in Portland
Bon Appétit Features Portland’s “Authentic Ethnic Eats”
bon appétit is continuing their Portland love affair with an article on "authentic ethnic eats". From author Andrew Knowlton, We're going to assume that you got the memo about Portland--you know, the city that has more than three times as many food carts as garbage trucks, a seemingly limit-less supply … [Read more...] about Bon Appétit Features Portland’s “Authentic Ethnic Eats”
Survey 2011: Best Vietnamese Restaurant 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 … [Read more...] about Survey 2011: Best Vietnamese Restaurant in Portland