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    Afuri Slabtown

    3.9 (117 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Miso Cashew Tantanmen (v)*
    Jess O.

    I eat here about once a month because this is my go to Portland Ramen spot. I've never had a bad experience! A note on the ambience : Yes the restaurant is usually super busy but the staff always communicates the wait/ acknowledges everyone! I always get the vegan ramen. I loved the hazelnut based one they had but the new cashew one is honestly just as good and kinda spicy which I love!! I've also been to their other locations, which are just as lovely if slabtown is too busy/ out of your way.

    Vegetable Roll
    Jiaxin G.

    4.5 out of 5 Love everything I got here! The tempura soft shell crab was my favorite of the night. In my not so humble opinion, if you only love California rolls and sweet n sour everything, don't claim you like Japanese or Asian food. Just don't. It's okay to be a chicken nugget person. I got the Yuzu dipping noodles with cold noodles this time. Again, the braised pork flavor was on point but still overcooked, slightly better than at the Izakaya though. The tempura soft shell crab was the highlight of my dinner. It wasn't just good, it was the doctoral thesis of umami. Savory, succulent, and perfectly crisp. I didn't even need the dipping sauce. The shell was truly soft, almost like there was no shell at all. I've been hurt by some not so soft soft shell crabs before, that was a nightmare for the roof of my mouth. I had a bite of my partner's vegetable rolls, the moisture and vinegar balance in the rice was perfect. The non alcoholic ginger ale was super refreshing. I think they added a touch of bitters because I could taste the bitterness in the aftertaste. It was zesty and perfect for washing down all the food. And the staff here were staffing.

    Jeannie D.

    Stopped in, no reservation on a Friday night and they got us right in. I believe our servers name was David, he was excellent. We tried a few things, Bok choy appetizer, recommended. It is very open seating, not a place to have a private conversation for sure. Parking can be a challenge, this is not uncommon in the area. I think the best part was the cheese cake to be honest. I did not find the sushi to be exceptional for the price and size.

    Yuzu Ratan
    Udochi M.

    FIRE FIRE FIREEE! I've been craving ramen and so glad that I was introduced to this spot. It's located in a cute area in Portland. The service is super fast. Everything came out after 5-10 minutes of ordering. The crispy bockchoy was so good, and a good light starter before the main. I order the Yuzu Ratan and omgosh that was so bomb and so filling!

    Drink menu as of 12/07/2024
    Joe M.

    After attending a dog show event, my friend and I were walking around his neighborhood and checking out the newest buildings in NW. A lot has changed and grown in the past few years. We decided upon getting our ramen fix. The hostess greeted us as we walked in and sat in the bar It was nice and quiet since we were the only ones there while most of the restaurant was occupied. My drink of choice was the "Cherries and Claritiy". It was very refreshing and the flavor and essence of cherry tasted delicious to the last drop. After studying the menu, my friend and I each ordered the spicy warm ramen and he ordered a couple of appetizers. Food arrived promptly with dipping sauces and food presented elegantly. After stirring the noodles and toppings together, I dug in and enjoyed each bite. Unfortunately there wasn't much spice if any. It looked like the spice powder stuck in the bowl and didn't get mixed well. Other than that it was pretty good. The sushi I sampled was pretty good and the hint of soy sauce with each dip satisfied my taste buds. We did notice the gyoza didn't arrive and it turned out that order didn't get processed all the way through to the kitchen. The bartender humbly apologized and asked if we still wanted it. We got pretty full so we politely declined. I do like the open kitchen aspect and if I am in the area I may check it out to see the full action.

    Alex W.

    Great ambiance with a nice fire pit that is perfect for a nice evening. The ramen is quite good as well and prices are standard, although I wish the portion was a little bit bigger. That's really my only complaint.

    Tonkotsu Tantanmen
    David S.

    If you like spicy ramen order Tonkatsu Tantanmen and add an egg. I picked up through Grubhub and it was ready when I got there. You can always trust AFURI for reliable food but this is my favorite ramen on the menu so far. ($5 off Grubhub order over $25)

    Annabel L.

    I have always been obsessed with Yuzu Shio Ramen and afuri does it best!!! The soup comes out piping hot and not too salty, the noodles are thin chewy yet firm, the menma bamboo shoots are made in house, which is different than most Ramen shops who use canned bamboo shoots. The quantity and quality is perfect. Everything about this bowl is absolute perfection and I rave about it every time I was able to convince two more friends to order this and we all looked at the bowl clean. need I say more? The spicy Karaage chicken tasted more like marinated Korean fried chicken, and I would not really consider this as Karaage. However, our group ordered the Hamachi aburi rolls and it was excellent.

    Yuzu shio
    Mary J.

    Haven't tried any afuri location before so I had high hopes. I definitely was not disappointed! Walked in and managed to get two counter seats. Looks like there were a lot of reservations that night so no tables were available, but I really didn't mind at all. I love being able to watch the kitchen. Ordered the soft shell crab roll. It was delicious. It was 5 pieces, so if you're hungry maybe order another roll. The yuzu shio was delicious as well! The broth was so delicate but super flavorful. I loved it! You could see them making the noodles fresh too. The quality was definitely there and I can't wait to come back.

    Tonkatsu Shio
    Mia H.

    Came here one evening and thought that it was a great place for a casual dinner! their menu is pretty diverse in that it offers a multitude of small plates and ramens (with unique twists). The inside of the restaurant is beautiful (especially in the evening) and if you come on a nice night outside, then you can sit outside at one of their fireplaces! My boyfriend and I ordered two ramen combos: the tonkatsu shio and the yuzu tsuyu with the potstickers and takoyaki. Unfortuantely, when they brought out the yuzu tsuyu, it was mixed up with an order of yuzu shoyu. However! Our waitress was very kind, apologized, and sent in a new order of yuzu tsuyu for us. The food overall was great and the portions were perfect. Despite the mix-up, service was also amazing. I had a great time here and would come again to this location.

    Jonathan S.

    Afuri is a Portland staple, and I am so glad that their locations keep popping up in new neighborhoods. The slabtown spot is more industrial than its other locations, with the large indoor space being light, airy, and very open. The ceilings are extra tall so you will feel as if your dining experience is more personal thanks to the intentional design. Outdoors, the heated patio is great whenever the rain is not occurring. We took one of the outdoor tables, and the servers were very quick to help us. We were surprised at how attentive they were outside, considering other Portland restaurants often avoid sending staff outside. Great job! Each of us ordered one of the teas, and they are all great options. My only feedback would be to include more non-caffeinated teas or tisanes. The food was brought to us quite quickly, which made all of us happy after finishing some workouts. I ordered the softshell crab bun and the seasonal tuna don bowl. Both were exceptional, but, the softshell crab is a truly unique experience. The entire crab is cooked, without the shell, and I could come back to consume one of these often. The bathrooms are pretty far inside, so if you have to go, I'd recommend going once. However, I was wearing cycling shoes so my experience was slightly more challenging. I am sure for anyone else it would be ideal. Parking is very challenging in this area - plan to bike or walk over.

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    Craig C.

    Good Ramen! I am particular about my ramen and must say, well done! Great attention and detail to the food quality, service, and atmosphere. I ordered the Yuzu Shoyu Togo and it was the perfect cold-weather lunch. While I waited, I was offered and severed from a variety of teas to enjoy. This is a traditional Japanese style Ramen and dumpling house, (no tempura or teriyaki options), but with an elegant upscale twist. I was a bit worried that the price range might be too high, but the menu prices were not exorbitant. I will be back as they have a nice selection of saki and I love soft shell crab. Definitely a great place for atmosphere, ambience, and social gathering over a wonderful Japanese experience.

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    AFURI IZAKAYA - Yuzu Ratan

    AFURI IZAKAYA

    3.9(1.1k reviews)
    2.1 miCentral Eastside, Industrial District, Buckman, Southeast Portland
    $$

    Relaxed spot with tons of seating, great for large parties. We had a reservation for 10 and had no…read moretrouble with our experience or orders. Food was solid, but I feel like the ramen was missing a bit of pizzazz. Lovely service and a nice casual ambiance. The last ramen took a while to come, but with a larger party I imagine it was a simple mixup around orders. Okonomiyaki Fries - these weren't bad, the okonomiyaki part was just the toppings. I did expect actual okonomiyaki pieces (flour, cabbage, etc) mixed in. Would have preferred crispier fries (they were a bit soft) and also some extra salt. Might skip in the future or try another appetizer instead. Zen - the basic ramen for building! We added bok choy and an egg for a lighter meal. Nice that they give a whole egg (for $3) because the preset ramens come with half. Noodles were great, and pretty filling given the default price point. Add ons are great to enhance the taste, but won't impact fullness too much. Yuzu Shoyu - personally thought the preset ramens were nothing special. Barely any greens, felt like just a garnish. One piece of chashu and half an egg. Noodles were tasty though! Broth was on the lighter side.

    Their Hazelnut Tantanmen ramen is SO GOOD! It's vegan and has a perfect mix of nuttiness savory and…read morespice. It's hearthy for sure, great for cold weathers We doordashed it this time but it tastes the same as it does when we dined in The ambiance there is great. I love all the plants and vibe they have going on Easy to find street parking, and the folks working there are so kind and helpful. I had asked for extra chili oil and the guy at the front suggested that I also try their chili paste, which was a great call - it adds a nice mix of heat to the ramen for sure Definitely worth a visit!

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    Yama Sushi & Izakaya - Sushi

    Yama Sushi & Izakaya

    4.2(578 reviews)
    3.2 miHosford-Abernethy, Clinton, Southeast Portland
    $$$

    LOVE Yama. Both locations are great! The fish is so fresh, the price is great for what you get, and…read moreI've truly never had a bad item here. The vaulted ceilings and huge windows at this location are lovely. The staff is friendly and attentive and made sure to warn us when the kitchen was getting ready to close between lunch and dinner in case we wanted to order anything else. Although every roll is great, the sumo roll may have to be the winner. It's so fresh, a little spicy and the real crab adds extra sweetness.

    The sushi is fine. Nothing amazing but very very fresh fish and other ingredients. The real issue…read moreis the abysmal service. Our reserved table of 6 waited and waited to finally order and then our server did not bring our sake until after food was being delivered. We caught his attention and he snapped back, "I have three tables to serve". He got our order wrong and instead of bringing six pieces of salmon for our friend he brought one. How do you even order one piece of sushi? We flagged down another person to help us, as our waiter was nowhere to be seen, and she said since they were busy (FYI MANY tables were empty) that the remaining five pieces would be awhile because they go by when orders are placed. WHATTT? Spend a few minutes to cut some salmon and put in on a plate. We didn't screw up the order your lazy server did. One of our group could not attend due to health reasons and they still charged us $25 for her "seat". There are no round tables at this place so not sure that a table reserved for six would have a different table than one reserved for six. Overall, the food is fine the SERVICE is very poor.

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    Yama Sushi & Izakaya - Tonkatsu with spicy beef.

    Tonkatsu with spicy beef.

    Yama Sushi & Izakaya - The Chicken Teriyaki Lunch was so good! I got it for my son but us adult ladies devoured it.

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    The Chicken Teriyaki Lunch was so good! I got it for my son but us adult ladies devoured it.

    Wa Kitchen Kuu - Tako Yaki

    Wa Kitchen Kuu

    4.5(240 reviews)
    1.7 miCentral Eastside, Kerns, Northeast Portland
    $$

    Parking is still sketchy in the area. Nevertheless, their rice texture is perfect…read more Sushi fresh, service excellent & hardworking owners makes this a repeat spot.

    I absolutely recommend this place! I went to Portland for a road trip and was watching the Trail…read moreBlazers vs Bucks game at the Moda Center- this restaurant is located 8 minutes from the center! I was looking for food nearby and came across this restaurant. The food was surprisingly delicious! We ordered the chicken katsu curry, kama-age udon (hokkai miso soup), and the kama-meshi seafood. The chicken katsu was cooked perfectly: crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside! The sauce also was the perfect texture and taste. My favorite was the kama-age udon with the hokkai miso soup. I love udon but sometimes don't like how thick it is because it fills you up faster and is harder to digest, the udon here is thinner which I fell in love with! It's soft and chewy and the perfect thickness: you dip it on the soup when you eat it. I also loved the soup, I usually have leftover soup when eat noodles, but I finished every last sip! Definitely recommend this dish if you were to only order one item! We also ordered the kama-meshi seafood. I thought this one tasted okay! The flavors of the seafood come through, but I personally like stronger and heavier flavors. It was worth a try! Parking: This restaurant is in downtown portland so it was difficult to find parking. We ended up parking at a nearby garage and paid for parking. They do have a few street parking spots near the restaurant if you want to test your luck! Seating and service: We were seated really quickly as we went on a weekday! They have several tables and a large table that can be reserved as well as bar spots. The restaurant overall looks really nice and is pretty spacious. The servers were really nice and fast to get you what you need! A side note: they have heated toilet seats in their restroom so that's always a plus!

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    Wa Kitchen Kuu - Salmon Collar

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    Takibi

    Takibi

    3.9(183 reviews)
    0.6 miAlphabet District, Northwest
    $$
    Locally sourced ingredients
    Vegan friendly

    A restaurant connected to Japanese outdoors company Snowpeak? Sure, it's interesting. I like that…read morethey use some of the Snowpeak gear for the service, such as their stainless steel cups for the sake flight. The restaurant itself has a Japanese wood-modern and simple aesthetic. It's cute. They've got the sushi bar and then the back wall with the fire going for the meats. We came in to try the Portland Dining Month menu. It was good - 3 courses, with simple but varied flavors. My only complaint is that the portion of fish was so small, especially compared to the amount of rice they give. I might be annoyed by the smaller portions if I were ordering a la carte. Service was decent, but not particularly amazing to go along with the higher price point here. Happy hour seems like the way to go, considering that the food was good, but now WOW. My cocktail was also good hit on the sweet side. We had a good time for dining month, but I think we will stick to HH if we come back.

    The service here was friendly and the space itself is super cute, especially the little bar area. I…read morecould definitely see this being a nice happy hour stop. Food-wise, it just wasn't what we were hoping for. We came in specifically craving the noodles and fried Japanese rice we'd seen on Yelp, but the menu had changed. Also we were a bit surprised to see the $95-per-person omakase that required everyone at the table order. Instead, we went with miso soup, a cucumber salad, a sushi roll, and tempura. The miso tasted a bit watered down compared to other Japanese spots in Portland, though the sunomono was solid and the tuna roll was fresh. Nothing really stood out as amazing, and for the price, it felt a bit overpriced. For what we ended up spending, we could have had a much more memorable meal at another well-known Japanese restaurant just across the river.

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    Takibi - Join us on our outdoor patio for lunch, happy hour, or dinner.

    Join us on our outdoor patio for lunch, happy hour, or dinner.

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    Takibi - We use a live fire grill for many of our dishes during dinner service. Enjoy our Black Cod, Salmon, Ribeye, and more from the hearth.

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    We use a live fire grill for many of our dishes during dinner service. Enjoy our Black Cod, Salmon, Ribeye, and more from the hearth.

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