Been coming here for 10 years now and I'm so glad they're still around. The owner is incredibly…read morefriendly and funny. I super appreciate the authentic Asian flavors here and the fact that they're entirely gluten free. It's the perfect place for me (Asian) and my partner (who has celiac disease).

This place is an absolute joke. The food was terrible - easily one of the worst places I've ever…read moreeaten. We ordered the vermicelli with chicken, spring rolls, and pho. None of it tasted like Vietnamese food. The vermicelli was completely flavorless, the chicken tasted like it had been boiled with no seasoning, and the pho was super sour and overly salty, with absolutely none of the authentic pho flavor you'd expect. The atmosphere is another story. The interior feels like you're having a bad trip - super weird, with sticky tables everywhere. The restroom was disgusting: the toilet was clogged, with poop floating in it. To put the cherry on top, the waiter was incredibly annoying, constantly trying to get everyone to sing karaoke and making cheesy jokes. At the time of our visit, this place had a 4.1-star rating with over 600 reviews, and I honestly can't imagine how that's possible. Overall, an awful experience. Stay away!

Tried my first banh mi ever here!…read more Great vibe and the food is awesome. The portions are huge and very filling. Staff is helpful and inviting.

I decided to give Luc Lac a try after seeing all of the excellent Yelp reviews, and it definitely…read morelived up to the hype. When I arrived, there was a line out the door, which is always a good sign. Fortunately, it moved quickly. The process is simple: order at the counter, grab your own utensils and water, and then they'll seat you. I ordered the papaya salad and the beef pho. The portions were very generous, and both dishes were delicious. The beef in the pho was sliced a little thicker than I expected, but there was plenty of it, and the broth was flavorful. The papaya salad was the standout--fresh, crisp, and packed with flavor. I highly recommend ordering it. The restaurant also has a cool, funky vibe that adds to the experience. If you're looking for great Vietnamese food in Portland, Luc Lac is absolutely worth the wait.

Their chicken dish is a staple in Portland. It tastes nothing like normal Thai dishes and is really…read moreflavorful without being heavy like normal Thai dishes. Very light and similar to hainese chicken. Their Thai tea and Thai coffee were not good.

Very large portions for their cost! I think the chicken and peanut sauce were very well made :)…read more Unfortunately, we've had this dish at many other places and what distinguishes the best from the rest is the rice. The rice is a vital part of the dish and was missing the garlic, ginger, and deep chicken broth flavor :/ One thing I'd say is they have pretty minimal seating, with the majority of seating consisting of wobbly hard metal stools.

Have been traveling to Portland for work and have been there five times now in the past few months…read more Every time, we go to Bistro Elysium either once or twice a week for lunch, so that shows you how much we like it. I normally get the Black​ Oil Tonkotsu Ramen, which is awesome, really good. I also tried the Pad Thai once, which was good, not great. A bit too much sauce for me. And then one other time, I got the fried rice with a soy sauce egg in it and that was really good. But, if you're looking for a good ramen, the black oil tonkotsu is a good one to get. Really good service, too. They get the food out quick and are friendly and helpful.

Very good Thai food - I had the Pad See Ew with chicken ($16) - it came out hot and fresh and…read moredelicious. The only drawback is the ambience, which is really not their fault. They keep the door locked and you have to knock for access. We worked out rapidly this was because of the overwhelming number of homeless who want to come in and use their restrooms. Portland unfortunately has a real problem with these folks. I don't think I'd be around after dark but I'm staying in the hotel next door. Fortunately it's summer so it's light out in the evening.

The ube oat milk latte was delicious! It was made with just the right amount of ube, milk and…read morecoffee without being too sweet or too dull. Delicious!

I was so confused about why this place was SO empty on a Friday night at like 6 pm! The reviews are…read moreon point because the food here was super fresh and flavorful. It was too hot to sit outside but their patio is beautiful and the inside is so homey and bright. My only complaint is that they just have canned and bottled beer wine and cocktails. Getting a tap or making some cocktails/pouring out of bottles of wine would go a long way. Still will come back.

Street parking. Can get busy…read more Janken was such a fun experience! What immediately stood out was our host, who was genuinely enthusiastic about the menu. He walked us through different dishes, gave us recommendations and pairings, and you could tell he really wanted us to have a great experience. I was so happy with everything we ended up choosing. I started with the Evergreen, which was incredibly refreshing and paired beautifully with the sushi. I especially loved the little Japanese kiwi popping pearls, such a fun surprise! For sushi, we had the king salmon, spicy yellowtail, lobster rolls, and yuzu hamachi. The yuzu hamachi was one of my favorites, and everything came out looking almost too pretty to eat. And don't skip dessert! We had the Japanese matcha tiramisu, which was both beautiful and genuinely fun to eat. I'd definitely order it again. What makes me want to come back is the sheer variety. There's so much more than sushi--land and sea dishes, hot and cold plates, creative drinks, and a whole assortment of desserts. I already know there are several things I didn't get to try this time. The restaurant is definitely lively, with fairly loud music, but we could still talk comfortably across the table. Overall, it felt like one of those dinners where the food, atmosphere, and service all become part of the experience. I left already thinking about what I'd order next time, which is always a good sign.

There's not much about Janken that hasn't already been said - this place really lives up to the…read morehype. For me, it's a special occasion restaurant. Birthdays, anniversaries, celebrations... that's what I'd save it for! I probably wouldn't come here for just a casual dinner because it is definitely on the pricey side. The three of us spent well over $500, so plan accordingly. The restaurant itself is stunning. The gorgeous cherry blossom tree in the center creates a beautiful atmosphere and makes for the perfect photo spot. The service is attentive without being overbearing, and I'd definitely recommend making a reservation since it gets busy. The menu has something for everyone, from incredible seafood to premium meats, and everything we tried was delicious. My favorites were the crudo, the fried rice, and the desserts. Do yourself a favor and order both the bingsu Korean shaved ice and the matcha dessert! If you're celebrating something special, Janken is worth the splurge!

This place is incredible. It's located on the top 15th floor and features a large terrace with the…read moreview to die for. But the main thing is the food. It is amazing! The combination of flavors creates unbelievable symphony, each element playing its melody to perfection. We ordered and shared Crab Fried Rice, Sichuan Fried Rice, Lino (?) Poke, and Grilled Tiger Prawn salad. Each dish was zesty, flavorful and incredibly tasty. I think I loved the salad the best because of the symphony of it's flavors, but frankly, each of the dishes deserved high praise. The service was very friendly, quick, and knowledgeable. Of course, it doesn't come cheap and the plates are not huge. But in my opinion it deserves every penny.

I walked up to two men at the bar. One was showing the other chess.com. I made both immediately add…read moreme so I could play against them. Looking back, did I interrupt a date? Fantastic hand rolls, great drinks, amazing view. The service *chef kiss* the server knows his wine. Just...go already.

The food is delicious! They offer a dinner special that is…read moreawesome, and a wide assortment of yummy dishes. I had the Broccoli Beef and it was great! All the veggies are fresh. You can add a dish to the dinner special if it's not listed for a small fee. Very accommodating and helpful staff. Highly recommend!

While visiting Portland, we were looking for a good lunch spot that served top quality Chinese food…read morenear our Airbnb. This place fit the bill 100% at all levels - conveniently located, simple but well appointed decor, delicious food at a very reasonable price, and pleasant and inviting service. Its a popular neighborhood, but we found parking within a couple of blocks and enjoyed the walk to and from. Highly recommended!

I'm not ashamed to say that when I see someplace cool on a Food Network show, I try and visit them…read moreif I ever get to that town. Frank's noodle house is one of those places. I am, as I've said many many times, a huge fan of Chinese food. And to see the coverage of this tiny little restaurant with the hand pulled noodles, my head exploded. I knew that if I ever got to Portland and had some time, I would find my way here. This was that weekend. I walked in and it was just before the lunch rush, so the restaurant was empty. I asked for, and was granted, the opportunity to stand in the doorway of the kitchen and watch them pull noodles. It was really cool to see. My friend and I were seated and it was minutes before we got fed. He wasn't feeling very well so he just shared some of my soup, but I dug in and tried to cover the entire menu as well as I could. I ordered the steamed dumplings with pork and scallion, the wonton soup and the pork and black bean hand pulled noodles. Everything was amazing. The texture of the dumplings... The rapper... Was just amazing. Tender but chewy and thick enough to give you just the right consistency that you want from a dumpling. Conversely, the wontons from the soup were perfect for what they needed to be. Thin and delicate, with a perfect amount of filling. And the broth was so tasty. Of course, the star of the show was the noodle dish. Chewy and delicate, with enough texture to hold the sauce. And the black bean sauce was pungent and sweet, with just enough spice and flavor to make you enjoy every bite. It was really a perfect meal. And I hope to get the opportunity to go back again someday. There were so many things on that menu that I wanted to try.

Four of us went for lunch. We ordered:…read more Stir-fried handmade noodles with pork belly, dan dan noodles, and traditional biang biang noodles, all with level three spiciness. The texture of the noodles impressed us--they were chewy and tasted very fresh. All three of the dishes were flavorful and delicious. The staff was friendly.

This place is amazing. I've been here a couple times now and have not been disappointed by the…read moreflavor, and service. The noodles were always so fresh and clean tasting. I had the roast pork and the roast duck dish and both times the meat were cooked to perfection.

Good? Yes. Great? No. Worth going? Yes. Location is a biflg…read moreplace, the area is now so nice to walk by. The place itself is nice, but you'll smell of Asian coucine food afterwards, which I mind. The food was good and would go back for it. Decent price for the area. Nice service.