The newest branch of Pok Pok in the building that previously housed The Bent Brick, is now open in NW Portland. One huge change for the restaurant chain is half of the dining room is available for online reservations. I don't believe they have tried this before. Though the menu is smaller than the Division location, it features many greatest hits including the chicken wings and … [Read more...] about Pok Pok NW Portland Now Open
Portland Food and Restaurant News and Discussion
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Burger King Tries to Hack Google Home – Hilarity Ensues
Because it's Friday Thursday - A lot of us are buying always-on internet connected devices for our homes, such as the Amazon Alexa, and Google Home. The idea is, you can say a key phrase to wake them up (they are always listening), and they will spring into life, answering any questions you might have, and talking to the other internet of things devices scattered throughout … [Read more...] about Burger King Tries to Hack Google Home – Hilarity Ensues
Japanese Restaurant “Kuu” Coming to Burnside Bridgehead
The TKS Group announced by vague press release that "Kuu", the fourth Portland restaurant for the group will be opening this summer. Details are sketchy, but here is the PR - Portland, Ore.—This summer, the pioneers of Portland’s Izakaya-style Japanese gastropubs will open their fourth restaurant at the Burnside Bridgehead. Named after the Japanese word for “sky,” Kuu will be … [Read more...] about Japanese Restaurant “Kuu” Coming to Burnside Bridgehead
Fire Closes Tails & Trotters, Pie Spot
Tails & Trotters extensively damagedUpdated: Nomad PDX is hosting a fundraiser - see bottom of story for details.Feb 23, 2017. The popular Tails & Trotters pork producer and deli was heavily damaged by a fire on February 22nd. Tails & Trotters specializes in signature pork developed from pigs, which is finished on local hazelnuts, along with a variety of … [Read more...] about Fire Closes Tails & Trotters, Pie Spot
Heart Pizza in SW Portland Opens February 24th
Heart Pizza has announced their first restaurant will open Friday, February 24th, at 417 SW 13th Ave The first branch of soon to be a chain Heart Pizza, has an opening date. The restaurant is located just across the street from Blue Star Donuts and the Cacao Chocolate shop. Co-owners Micah Camden of Blue Star Donuts/Boxer Ramen and Matt Lynch of Boxer Ramen have said their … [Read more...] about Heart Pizza in SW Portland Opens February 24th