Portland Food and Restaurant News and Discussion

Local news media are in an uproar today, after plans were announced by the Goodman family to develop 11 new buildings in a $1.5 billion dollar project for downtown Portland.The Goodman family made a fortune in real estate and parking, much of which holds food cart pods. Now they want to leverage that property in anticipation of zoning changes that will allow … [Read more...] about 11 New Buildings for Downtown will Displace Food Carts

Raven & Rose has announced that Daniel Mondok has taken over the kitchen as executive chef. Raven & Rose owner Lisa Mygrant is working with Mondok to strengthen and deepen the restaurant’s focus on the cuisine of the British Isles. Combined by the bar talents of Dave Shenaut, this could be the kick the restaurant needs to get more attention.“My time living and … [Read more...] about Daniel Mondok Executive Chef at Raven & Rose

Southpark Seafood, which has been a Portland staple for 18 years is undergoing a complete revamp. In 2015 Southpark Seafood in Portland adopted a new menu with small portions, encouraging sharing, to give guests the opportunity to try multiple items on the menu, without switching to a tapas style theme. Now they are continuing to transition away from fine dining with a … [Read more...] about Southpark Seafood to Undergo Revamp

Thanks to a reader for confirming that Sorellina restaurant in NW Portland's Uptown Shopping Center which closed on the 17th will reopen on February 29th as a Lovejoy Bakers.The popular baking chain has slowly been expanding. This will the the third location of Lovejoy Bakers, which has a store at the South Waterfront at 3159 SW Moody Ave, and the original at 939 NW 10th … [Read more...] about Sorellina in Uptown Shopping Center to Become Lovejoy Bakers

[updated: this will become another Lovejoy Bakers]It didn't even last a year. The owners of Lovejoy Bakers and Pizzicato closed their Italian-inspired restaurant, Sorellina on January 17th (yes, I missed this one). Located in NW Portland's Uptown Shopping Center, it replaced Sal's Famous Italian Kitchen in June 2015. Sal's had one been a decent Italian option, but coasted … [Read more...] about Sorellina in Uptown Shopping Center Closed