Note: Wong's King Seafood closed in 2020.Food isn't quite as good as it used to be, but it still attracts crowds, especially for dim sum.I used to be embarrassed when out-of-town guests wanted to get Chinese in Portland. I have a lot of Asian friends and when it comes to food they know I’m always up for Thai or Japanese, but when they’d suggest Chinese, I was always … [Read more...] about Review: Wong’s King Seafood
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Review: Pok Pok – To Go Food
Refreshed 4.11 Note that this review is for the to-go shack and not for the Pok Pok dining room reviewed here, or Whiskey Soda Lounge across the street. You'll find the menu and food here is very similar at the new Pok Pok Noi on Prescot at NE 15th.It was a chilly night, and I felt like the fox that had gotten into the chicken coop. Crispy, crackly chicken skin gave gently … [Read more...] about Review: Pok Pok – To Go Food
Review: Le Pigeon
Almost since the day they opened, I’ve been hearing good things about Chef Gabriel Rucker and his restaurant Le Pigeon. I went for the first time a month ago, and have been going back ever since.The entire restaurant is made up of a large open kitchen, about seven farmhouse-style tables, and a chef’s counter where you can watch the action. On nice days, there are a couple … [Read more...] about Review: Le Pigeon
Review: Aladdin’s Café
Updated 10.12 - Note: Based on my past few experiences, this restaurant has gone downhill. Your experience may vary from this review. If not, please comment!There have been a few rumors floating around about Aladdin Café lately. I decided to make some return visits and update my review from last winter, and I'm glad I did. Happy to say, things have only changed for the … [Read more...] about Review: Aladdin’s Café
Review: Nostrana
Nostrana is surely one of the most anticipated restaurants to come along in some time. Owner Cathy Whims was the chef/owner at the famed Genoa restaurant during its heyday. After leaving Genoa, she took a break, and has now come back with a vengeance.Located at SE 14th & SE Morrison, Nostrana is on the corner of what was once an old grocery store. Showing its roots, the … [Read more...] about Review: Nostrana