The lady/team who run this cart, wow! They are so confident in their flavors and quality, they give you samples just for looking. Very refreshing at a food cart. And once you try, you'll buy. Found this place through a YouTuber I follow. Want to see their food before you go? Check it out. https://youtu.be/EO2yiVLxOxM?si=Go7M35awipxafnPA. Got two bakes, the Chana and the Nutella. Both were amazing. I love how for just 11 bucks, two for sixteen, you can travel across the world and visit another culture. If you love fry bread (this is similar), well-seasoned, unique flavors, this is the move at this pod. Everything is made to order, and their hot sauce...omg! Show this place some love, they deserve it, maybe the best cart there. And, their friendliness (just so many smiles) and their packaging and presentation is so nice. Real paper bags, sturdy, environmentally-friendly containers, and look at that cute sample spoon. Really shows that while its about the food, sharing with the community is also about hospitality and the little extra care. Thank you so much, Chef! read more

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I found this truck while leaving the Milwaukee Farmer's market - he was serving Dahl, Jasmine rice with 2 charred brined drumsticks - SO STINKING GOOD Sooooo yum The chef was really nice, personable, and charismatic without laying on the hard sell. His truck was in the truck pod a block away from the farmers market - the eating area was nice, fine - Would have liked more shade but the tables and area were clean which was nice. (My mouth is watering remembering how good it was - lol !) read more

Wow this place is a food cart gem! Kindest owners who give very generous samples of a few of their entrees. I got a cup of the Chana Aloo (which isn't even a menu option but the lady was kind enough to do it for me anyways) with a plain puff pastry. The bread was incredible, and the entree was so flavorful but a little too salty for my taste. May have just been an off day or maybe it's just me. But I loved the place so much I want to go back anyways and try something else. Check this place out, you won't be disappointed! read more

Bake on the Run - Plain Puff pastry - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I don't normally write reviews but the dal, chicken, and hot sauces wowed me so much, I had to do it. The depth of flavors was amazing. Michael and Bibi were so friendly. I'm bummed I didn't try it when they are Heist (which is closer to me) but Milwaukie pod is still pretty close. Can't wait to go back! read more

It was a gusty winter day and I was looking for something to warm me up. Bibi greeted us from her window, offering us samples. Of course we had to take her up on it and we were hooked. Because I couldn't choose just one, I got the combo rice plate with the dal, salfish (salted cod) and chana aloo. They're all so good, but the dal might be my favorite. You can also get them filled inside a delicious freshly fried dough. The plate is more than enough food for 2 people to share and I was happy to have leftovers. It will be hard not to get the exact same thing again but I would want to try the chicken and potato curry too. Bake on the Run will be a new favorite - I'm already craving it one day later. read more

Bake on the Run - Combination Bowl - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Updating my review as I have now gone to Bake on the Run at three different locations & several times and have literally made up reasons to go to Portland just so I can get Chef Bibi's food. She and her son Michael have been so kind every time I have met them and deserve even more recognition than they've received. The newest spot has nice indoor seating and a good selection of other vendors as well as a bar if thats your thing and a lot of outdoor space for nicer weather. The daal is like a warm hug and the saltfish bake and Guyanese chow mein are next level. Prices are pretty good as well. The hot sauce is also chef's kiss. I have taken multiple family members with high standards for Caribbean food and they have all raved about it for weeks after. 10/10 would go back to Portland just for this. read more

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Tried the Dahl over rice and an order of the bombs. Both were excellent and we'll be back. If you decide to go, go early because sometimes they sell out by 6:00 p.m.! read more

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This is my first time trying Guyanese cuisine and the owner Michael is super friendly, generous with his time, and shares his culture one customer and sample bite at a time. I picked up two Chana Bakes and the curry filling to fried pastry ratio was perfect. They were out of salfish so we'll have to return and try out the rest of the hearty menu. The food is prepared pretty quickly considering the steady stream of regular and new customers. A visit is sure to warm your belly and soul. read more

Bake on the Run - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Wow! Just wow! The first thing on the menu is Jai's Guyanese Dahl in a cup and it's so good I got it twice! I got a cup, ate it, then went back for a second cup. Do yourself a favor and have a cup! Trust me. Super friendly family. You know you can trust the food when mom is in there cooking. This cart is a MUST try when at the Heist. read more

Bake on the Run - Menu - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I haven't really had Guyanese food before so this spot appealed to me. It is a food stall style place where you order in front and eat in any of the open seatings indoor or outdoor. The lady working the stall is very friendly and gave us samples of the Dahl soup and Dahl and salfish bakes to try. They were decent sized and as someone that loves to check out a variety of items, the bakes were so good but portions from the menu are huge so I had to pick one or the other. We settled with the potato chicken curry, Dahl, and salfish rice combo which turned to be $22 as the lady says the combo costs a bit more with the potato chicken curry. The potato chicken curry is pretty good although the chicken is a bit on the drier side. The dahl tasted consistent and the salfish is wonderfully made. It is piled on top of a large heap of rice that we couldn't really finish because there was a lot. I took off a star because I felt like we got a bit upcharged for the combo. My receipt says "custom amount" and that a combo itself is $15 and the potato chicken curry is $19 so it doesn't really add up. I would understand charging $22 for it if there was better ratio of the items to rice, but we were a few bites in and all that is left is a lot of rice. We got "full" cause of the rice and not the actual food itself. Don't get me wrong, the food is very good, but then I feel a little shortchanged. read more

Bake on the Run - Potato chicken curry, Dahl, salfish combo rice - IG @bougiefoodieboi - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Stopped here on a Sunday. One menu item only, two chicken drumsticks scored and brined in a 200+ hour process and then air fried, served over basmati rice with both a special curry sauce and a hot pepper sauce - the owner was very convincing touting both the process and showing customers the finished product. Wow. What amazingly tender and flavorful chicken. The sauces, very different from each other, both went wonderfully with the most amazing chicken drumsticks I have ever had. Highly recommended. Not sure if they do this every Sunday or not, but WOW, was it good. read more

Bake on the Run - The two 200+ hour drumsticks over basmati rice with curry. So good. - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

What a treat to finally try Guyanese food. My partner was super happy that they had vegetarian options and they pack a lot of flavor. We tried salfish (salted cod) with omelet rice, and also the dahl and potato chana mix. Just wow. Everything was delicious and came in large portions. The sailfish with omelette rice was lighter than expected and was well balanced with cod pieces super flaky. The dahl and potato chana were also amazing and taste different than the Indian versions. It had full bodied flavor and you can tell they cook with love. Vibe of this food cart pod was also great. People were playing ping pong, kids were running around an adults were really happy drinking beer and enjoying food. This was a super amazing vibing place and it helps that you can find Guyanese food here! read more

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I stopped by Bake on the Run for lunch and had an amazing experience. Michael, the owner, welcomed me with a generous sample before serving me the curry chicken dish, which ended up being the highlight of my day. It was hearty, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. If you're looking for something delicious and a little different, give them a try. You won't be disappointed! read more

Bake on the Run - Curry chicken, Guyanese Potato Chicken Curry on Basmati Rice - Gluten-Free - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

First time in their new space, I'm gonna like this pod once it's completed. Mother and son owner-operators are so nice. Like my last visit years ago, they are still very generous with their samples. One reason is that most have probably never tried Guyanese food. I'm not a fan of Indian dal, but the Jai's Dahl (yellow split-pea curried soup) is delicious! I went off script and ordered the Chow Mein. Liked it, but didn't love it. The portion was ample so leftovers created that "two meals for the price of one" satisfaction. They are a shining example of what the Portland cart scene is all about. read more

Bake on the Run - Lots of goodness - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This 5 star review is based on only tasting samples... that's how good their food is. We were not aware of the very high ratings they have... now we know and we also know how delicious the food is. The chef's son, who was at the window was quite a character, in a good way. He gave us an intro to Guyanese food, and specifics on their food and why it is the greatest. Also, that it is the only place on the whole western coast to get Guyanese food. They have their noodles shipped in from Guyana! I was paying attention, and he was really giving us a schpiel (in a good way too). What was genius of him, was that everyone that walked by, he asked if they are familiar with Guyanese food. This is the same thing he asked us... and we had no idea of what their food was. We didn't even know where it was located just 5 min's before (it is in S. America by the way). He gave us a sample, a small paper cup of lentils. OMG. I've had many lentil dishes and cooked them too... but this was much much better. It's like the flavors came over and gave me a great big hug. You know she cooks with LOVE. The colors were nice, it was chunky like full of good things. Then we got another sample, it was fry bread with potatoes and veg I think. It was delicious and different from anything we have had. I should add he also asked us if we like spicy... we do. We got a few drops of their pepper sauce. Then we bought the last bottle. This also is so different and delicious. They make it and sell their own recipe. The label says "it's more flavor than heat." I would agree, and highly recommend it. It has cucumber, vinegar, and habanero as the base. In addition to be delicious food, he and his mom the chef were very friendly. He asked our names... who does that? And both him and his mom said it was nice to meet us, with big smiles. I know they have chicken, and salt fish. Which we will be trying next time. Lentils said they were vegan. Wow! read more

Bake on the Run - Pepper sauce - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Seriously some of the best food I've tasted and not just here in Portland! Absolutely, delicious! I had the chicken & potatoes over rice and the Dahl, both fantastic! My daughter had the vegan noodles and said they were delicious! family business and we were welcomed as one of theirs! Highly recommend!! read more

Bake on the Run - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Very solid place. The potato chicken curry rice bowl was good. I really appreciated the quality of the chicken. I'm a little picky about chicken. I think it's hard to get it right. I find that for chicken breast it's usually too dry, and for other cuts of chicken there are often pieces of cartilage or fat that gross me out. But not with this chicken. It had a nice texture, some juiciness, and also no weird pieces. Nice. I think the dish was lacking in a few areas though. It could have used some sauteed onions. Some vegetables, maybe green peas. Something to kinda cut through the meatiness and spice. Maybe some acid. Some color. Some texture/crunch. Given these shortcomings I see it as more of a home-y, comforting meal than something I'd go out of my way for. I also appreciated the very generous portions. I was genuinely full after the meal, which is very rare for me to say. I think most people would end up taking home leftovers. Those chocolate balls were also pretty good. They're made fresh and hot, which is probably the most important thing to me. To nitpick, I think the chocolate could have used a bit more intensity. I thought it was a little flat. read more

Bake on the Run - Potato Chicken Curry Rice Bowl - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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The food here is SO good. I''ve never had guyanese food before but no problem, they offered me a sample immediately. With South American flavor infused with Indian food, the unique food here is something I crave constantly. I always get 2 bakes because I can never decide. The saltfish and the Dal. Its super filling that I cannot finish both so it's nice to heat up the next day! The flavors are really strong here and then the hot sauce has a nice kick! Get here early if you're coming for dinner, they've run out a few times. read more

Visiting their location in Milwaukie. Wow, spicy delishishness. Friendly and fast service. Pricing was reasonable.

Such a lovely experience! The owner and his mother gave us a sample while we were looking around at the carts and it totally sold us to get a bake. The salfish is so tender and flavorful and absolutely melts in your mouth. The daal is spicy and hearty that is perfect for a cold winter day. Couldn't recommend this place more! read more

Wonderful first time experience with Guyanese food from this food truck & we were very pleasantly surprised. Bibi the owner is so kind & lovely. She offered us 3 samples and everything we tasted was freshly prepared & delicious. The dal was so good, just perfectly spiced. Definitely order the spicy lemonade. So refreshing with a bit of a bite. read more

We were visiting from out of town and were very excited to try this place. My husband has Guyanese roots and was craving some authentic Guyanese food. This place checked all the boxes. The owners were extremely kind and welcoming. We enjoyed chatting with them and we can tell they are passionate about what they do and make. The Chana and Salfish bake were to die for. We also had the Nutella and jam bake for dessert. (we got the chocolate bake bombs too because why not) I highly recommend coming here because it's some of the best food I've had in Portland! We will be coming back very soon just to try new things at this place. read more

Bake on the Run - Salfish bake Chana bake - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Came here for a bite while at Fracture Brewing. We weren't sure which food cart we were gonna go with, and were just looking at the menu, then the samples started coming! The man working was super nice and started telling us about all the different foods they had as well as the influences behind each - it was really cool to see the passion he had for his food. Everything we sampled was fantastic, definitely could've and would've eaten it all if we had the time and belly space. We ended up getting the Guyanese potato and chicken curry, and Dahl - by happy accident. We had ordered the potato and chicken curry, they did half that and half Dahl, realized they made the mistake, and then brought us out another half portion of the chicken and potato curry! Happy about that mistake though, because we got to enjoy more of their amazing food. The serving was nice and big, as were the pieces of chicken and potato. Absolutely no skimping here. Both dishes were so full of flavor, and the sauce they serve on the side was the perfect addition for a little kick of heat. There was plenty of seating for the number of food carts they had here, and much of it was covered. Would absolutely come back here. read more

Bake on the Run - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

It has great potential. Parking limited, all street parking and lots of construction as of June 2023. Ask to try their menu! Owner is extremely kind and let you try it before you buy it. Amazing customer service. It's a mixture of south Asian food mixed with Guyanese food, one of a kind and where else would you say you have tried Guyanese food? Food came out pretty fast and there's lot of outdoor seating, it's an outdoor food pod so expect it to be loud. read more

Bake on the Run - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Can I give 10 stars?? Talk about an experience. My partner and I visited Bake on the Run on the recommendation of friends and a recent YouTube review. We heard it was a must try, and it is a stop-what-you're-doing-and-go-right-now try. Mike greeted us and offered us a sample of Dahl and a couple bakes. He was incredibly kind and informative, telling us about Guyana and the cultural influences of Guyanese cuisine. He also told us that this is the only Guyanese spot west of NYC! The samples were delicious, and I got both a full cup of Dahl and a Chana bake. My partner went with the chicken and potato curry. Mouthwatering, warm, and jam packed with flavor, I'm already craving another helping. Do yourself a favor and run to Bake on the Run ASAP! read more

One of my favorite dishes in Portland. They work so hard and I am so grateful for this meal every time! read more

Bake on the Run - Bake Chana Aloo (Chickpea and Potato) - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Bake on the Run is seriously some of the best food I have ever had in Portland. The Dahl leftovers was even better day 2! GF, Vegetarian and Pescatarian friendly. Can't beat the prices and the love poured into the food. Must buy the hot sauce - it's spicy but not overpowering. This family owned food cart deserves all our love and money people. read more

I rarely leave reviews and will likely be saying the exact same thing as everyone else, but this food cart is absolutely AMAZING!!! Bake on the Run has been featured in Top Chef and Eater, and it is this foodie's dream lunch today! The portions are huge and I was given three samples before ordering, all delicious! I went with the Vegan Dahl/Chicken Potato Combo with Basmati Rice, the chicken is cooked perfectly and everything is so so incredibly flavorful, just the right amount of spice and I cannot stop eating it right now, please stop by and give their food a whirl, it's absolutely divine! Also, the owners/chefs are the sweetest, it absolutely made my day to find food THIS GOOD so close to home! read more

This is one of the crowning jewels of the Portland food cart scene. Tucked away in their new location, the cart is cozy and unassuming. Michael and his mother are so welcoming, so friendly, it's impossible to not love this place and you can genuinely feel the passion and love they have for their food. I have been here many times while I was living in Portland and I love that they let you sample som different dishes and while doing so, you also get a little lesson about the flavors of Guyana. It is so unique and I truly have never encountered anything like it before. Nothing misses on their menu, from the bacalao bakes, to the Dahl, to the chow mein, I think I have had every single menu item here and everything is delicious. The prices are super reasonable for their massive portions and whenever someone asks me for food recommendations in Portland, Bake on the Run is on the top of my list. read more

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I visited Bake on the Run for lunch. The owner was very friendly. He gave my friend and I samples which convinced us to purchase from the cart. The food cart pod is nice. It has a great set up of tables. I got the dahl and Portuguese salt cod bake. I liked the dahl more than the bake. The curry and pepper taste with the peas was very comforting and flavorful. The bake pastry is very good. It's a little sweet and has a great mouthful to it. The filling definitely had breakfast vibes because of the eggs. I did get tired of the saltiness though. Overall, I would revisit and I highly recommend that you give them a try. read more

Service, food, and ambiance was absolutely amazing, The gentlemen running the business gave my sister and i samples and immediately we were sold. i recommend 10/10, very homestyle comfort foods from Guayana ! read more

Bake on the Run - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I've been wanting to visit this food cart ever since it first ran across my radar and today was the day! Out to lunch with a friend who suggested we go to the Hawthorne Asylum food pod, I immediately jumped on the chance to try out the food at Bake on the Run. After a sample of the Chana Aloo Bake (which was super delicious!), I decided to order the chow mein because I was craving noodles today. I was not disappointed at all! The flavor was tasty and the portion was HUGE! Even though I was super hungry, I still have enough left over for lunch tomorrow :) Chef Bibi's Guyanese Vegan Chow Mein, made with noodles imported from Guyana, was full of peas, onions, tomatoes, carrots, and as indicated on the menu board, love. I know these noodles were made with love! Nothing tastes as good as food made by people who love the food they're making. They offer samples so go try some and you'll see for yourself. read more

Bake on the Run - Front of food cart - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Really good food and the owner was handing out samples, explaining the food and chatting. Super nice and loved to hear about the history of the food and their travels while nibbling on a sample. Got a little bottle of the habanero sauce to go as well and it goes great on just about everything! Definitely going back when I'm in the area. read more

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Chef Bibi is very kind and serves large portions... Amazing food and good vibes. This is the chicken potato curry, best food in all of Portland; well balanced flavors and the chicken is succulent and potatoes are creamy (dreamy?) served on a bed of perfectly cooked basmati rice. Perfection. read more

Bake on the Run - Best chicken potato curry of my life! - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I have had Guyanese food many times in my life since one of my best friends is Guyanese. I was really surprised to find Guyanese food during my trip to Oregon! My friends took me here to check out the food pods at "Hawthorne Asylum" and Bake on the Run caught my attention. My friends said that have ordered food from here a few times and enjoyed it. I decided to get the Vegan Chow Mein for takeout that evening and I was also craving noodles. The food was filling and good. But, it seems that this chow mein didn't have strong curry powder flavors that I'm used to from eating my friend's mom Guyanese cooking. The staff (I believe it was the owner) was very nice. I liked that this food pod accepts credit card payments. I would definitely return to try their rice dishes next time. read more

Bake on the Run - Vegan Chow Mein ($11) - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Yummy bakes! First time trying this. Really love the fluffy bread. It was fried but not greasy at all. The outside is crispy while the inside is warm and pillowy, even as a takeout. This is a perfect vehicle for the Chana Aloo, which they gave you plenty of. Super flavorful with a bit of a kick and stuffed full of chickpeas and peas. Had to dock one star for getting the order wrong. Was expecting a Chana Aloo and a Salfish bakes but got 2 Chana Aloo instead. Alas...guess I'll just have to order from here again. read more

Bake on the Run - Chana Aloo (Chickpea and Potato) Curry Bake - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Absolutely incredible!! Owner provided samples of dahl and their puffs. Love at first bite. I ordered the chicken and potato curry and it was so so good (and a very hearty portion). I am coming back weekly read more

He lured me in with some free samples, but I stayed and ordered because his food is the real deal. This chicken / potato dish was just perfect - and so filling that after having it for lunch, I skipped dinner! The owner is not just a great chef, but friendly as can be as well. Give it a try!! read more

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I found this place on a road trip through Portland I must say that out of all the food I ate during my trip between Portland and Seattle, this is my favorite place! I have wanted to try Guyanese food for so long so i'm glad that this was my first experience. Its a food truck located in a outside park area that has communal seating for all the other food trucks around it. The owner of the shop is really nice and answered all our questions. We went with 2 smaller bakes - the salfish and the chickpeas. The bake is a type of softish bread stuffed with a dish inside. The salfish was so good and was probably my favorite. It reminded me a lot of salted fish in chinese dishes. We also got the potato, chicken, and dahl over basmati rice. The portion was huge and really affordable. The chicken was tender and the spices were out of this world. I rarely give places a 5 star rating, but this place hit it out of the park with the quantity, quality, and price which are all the key factors i look for. Next time I come to Portland, I will for sure be coming here to visit! read more

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This place is an absolute fave! As a vegan, there are only a couple of items on their menu that I can eat, but they are SO GOOD, I don't even mind. I could never get tired of their chana aloo bake. The flavors are just incredible. My mouth is watering just thinking about it. read more