Who Makes the best Mexican food in Portland? Everyone seems to have an opinion I've eaten in several Mexican restaurants over the last few weeks, and have overheard the following comments: "If one doesn't get me drunk, you are underpouring your margaritas", "How can this be Mexican if there are no rice and beans", and innumerable variances on "... I'm from California so I know … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2017: Best Mexican Food in Portland
Xico Restaurant
Xico
The patio is in an enclosed courtyard. A very comfortable to pass some time with a margarita and good Mexican food. The walls keep it shaded in late afternoons. Embrace the season and enjoy our lovely courtyard patio! The patio is open when the sun shines and is seated on a first come first served basis. We accommodate parties as large as 6 on the patio, but unfortunately we … [Read more...] about Xico
Reader Survey 2015 – Best Mexican Restaurant in Portland
Following the trend of recent years, there has been a bit of a shakeup in the Best Mexican Restaurant in Portland category, but only in the placement on the list. Relative newcomer Xico (pronounced "chico") is continuing to climb, vaulting over more established restaurants such as Autentica. Mextiza has closed giving room for others to move up.1,288 votes were cast for this … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2015 – Best Mexican Restaurant in Portland
Reader Survey 2015 – Best Outdoor Dining in Portland
768 people voted in our reader survey 2015 question, "What is the Best Outdoor Dining in Portland". It is no coincidence that the outdoor dining pages are some of the most popular on this website. After our long drizzly winters, we tend to rush outside and embrace our beautiful summers. We have a wealth of options available - there were more nominations in this category than … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2015 – Best Outdoor Dining in Portland
Reader Survey 2013: Best Mexican Restaurant in Portland
This is one category where things seem to change every year. A fair number of restaurants have fallen off of the list, and the order continues to change. Relative newcomer Mi Mero Mole is making significant gains toward the top spot, eclipsing the percentage of last year's winner. It looks like their success has been at the expensive of stalwarts Autentica and Nuestra Cocina, … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2013: Best Mexican Restaurant in Portland