The food was great, our party of 5 all got something different and we all enjoyed our food…read more Service was excellent!

First of all, the staff and service here is always impeccable. They are so nice and welcoming!…read more Pambiche is a Portland staple imo and before I get into the food I have to say that Pambiche has the best flan I've ever had in my life hands down, forever and always. I don't know what they do to make it so rich and creamy but it is heavenly. One time I ordered it and it was definitely burnt/overcooked but other than that, it has never missed. Onto the food, everything is delicious. I swear on my life the portions used to be a lot larger. I remember it got to the point where you felt sick if you ate your whole plate. I used to be able to eat a lot a lot and I'd always have leftovers from here, but I noticed that even though I can only eat 1/3 of what I used to, I could probably still finish my plate. I know it's likely inflation, but man, Portland has changed a lot.

This food was the bomb! My Union Rep Anna ordered lunch in for our team today! I had never heard…read moreof this restaurant. It was really good! I had the chicken bowl. It had brown rice, black beans, marinated shredded chicken, fresh mango and avocado. I ordered the plantations on the side. I will definitely go check out the restaurant and tell my friends about it!

So good. Came for happy hour. We got Cuban sandwich with yuca fries. And pollo sandwich with side…read moresalad. And Fried plantains. We've tried their competition and left thinking Cuban food is bland. We were wrong! Flavors here were fresh and so delicious. No hot sauce needed. A new favorite.

Our first time here. Stopped in for pre-drinks before going out for the night. Drinks were yummy…read more Our server was great! The ambiance is chill, very modern 70s retro kinda vibe. I'll be back to try their food.

Came here for drinks…read more Pros Great selection of drinks and almost all of them can be made spirit free A decent selection of alcohol free drinks Enjoyed our drinks Good service Cons: Guacamole with peanuts, blue corn chips and plantain chips fell flat. The guac itself just didn't taste good to me. I'm an adventurous eater and like new things, but the peanuts on top of the guac didn't do anything for me. The Corn chips were crispy when bitten into, but very hard and chewy afterwards. I wouldn't seek coming really like to come back and try other food.

What you get for $16 is a substantial full flavored plate of food. Well balanced with a cabbage…read moresalad, Cuban rice, a large heap of seasoned shredded beef, and 2 fried plantains. The flavors perfectly melded together....if this is Cuban food, I wanna visit Havana. The sweet fried plantains were an excellent finish to the complete meal. The portion size would have been gut-busting for one person but just right as a light lunch for me and my better half . Service was friendly & quick, even during the busy weekend lunch rush. It's in the roomy food cart pod at Mcloughlin & Holgate. This place is definitely worth a revisit to try the supposedly "best Cuban sandwich in town!"

Not only is the environment and the location a lot of fun. There's plenty of places to sit. There's…read moreeven places for kids, but above all the food and the hospitality of this particular location is so nice so wonderful. I'd be back here all the time if I could, if only I lived a little bit closer two hours is a little bit much to drive but sometimes I might even do it just to come here.

Very delicious, better than most of the Cuban food I had tried in Miami even. Friendly gentleman…read moreserved us and the eating area out front was nice.

Great Cuban food! Even better than most restaurants that I've visited in Portland granted it's a…read morefood cart. Try it out when youre in the area.

Enticed by all the good reviews for this place and a hankering for Latin American food, I needed to…read morecheck them out. They're quiet on a Friday afternoon. Their space is very colorful and has a lot of fun energy. Their menu is pretty focused but the items all sound very tasty. We went with an Empanada of the day, The Cubano, and the Bandeja. Their focused menu certainly paid off when you see how fresh and well-executed their dishes were. The empanada of the day was a mushroom and cheese. It's made fresh so the cheese was nice and gooey. Their crust is different from what I'm used to. It seems to be a mix of maize and cornmeal rather than flour. I think it gave a nice crunchy crust and slightly chewy inside. A bit small for the price though. The Cubano was again made fresh. Bread was nice and crispy. Inside was filled with hearty meat and cheese. A solid sandwich, especially when paired with their pico de gallo. The start of the meal was easily the Bandeja. You can choose between chicken and flat iron steak for the Bandeja; we went with the steak and we weren't disappointed. It's cooked medium-rare, making the steak super tender. The outside crust was well-seasoned and flavorful. The Plato came with a lot of other tasty things like a perfect over-easy egg, rice and beans, avocado, and the best chicharron I've had. It's small but packed a punch. The outside was crispy all around while the fat layer was still melt-in-your-mouth soft. This dish had everything, perfect for sharing. The staff were attentive and friendly. Happy hour is from 3-5PM on weekdays. All in all, we had an amazing meal and will be spreading the word of their goodness for sure.

E A T. H E R E . if…read moreyou're like me and maybe live nearby and have driven by or scrolled passed thinking "looks cute but I'm in 'X' or 'Y' mood right now and I'm not all that familiar with South American or Cuban etc so you put it off another day... STOP. Come here IMMEDIATELY. I popped in for brunch on a Sunday, no wait, Sat right at the bar. Vibrant bright sun filling the place, upbeat tunes playing. Handful of tables occupied. The vibes were 10/10 I pulled up a barstool and the menu had a lot of solid, tempting options. I went with a pressed Cuban sandwich topped with fried egg, bacon strips, hollandaise and sliced avocado. Had a beer and a shit, tasty. It was PERFECT. I'm coming back again, frequently, before this place POPS OFF. Gotta be a regular for me going forward. It is just GREAT!!!

First off, I love that this place has gluten free and dairy free for almost everything…read more My boyfriend wanted to try this place out as his family is from Nicaragua and he said it's very similar to Cuban style food. I have not really had Cuban food before so I didn't really have any expectations and or knowing to what to expect for flavor. However, both of us were blown away by the food and we're totally eat here again. We both left content and bellies full. I got the coconut margarita and he got the mango Mojito for our drinks . Both of the drinks were freshly made ( no pre mix here) and equally delicious. I ordered the spicy Mojo shrimp bowl with yellow rice. This was the first time I've ever had tostones and fell in love. The flavors of the whole bowl were amazing and I didn't even put hot sauce or salt on it to begin with. My boyfriend got the Roma vieja plate with fried yuca. The fried yuca was soooo good with the garlic dipping sauce. The brisket was tasty to The prices were really reasonable for the area. Just know that the Mississippi District , you gotta find street parking down a side street as it is usually crowded on the Main Street or limited. There's plenty of things to do in the neighborhood before and after.

My daughter had been to Cubo earlier this spring and suggested we try it. She and I happened to be…read morein the area together around lunchtime a couple of weeks ago, and I'm so glad we were! There were so many dishes I wanted to try, but I decided to try their special of the day, the Vaca Fritto Bowl. This was a great decision because it had a little bit of everything-- sweet and savory. Everything in the bowl was delicious, with the flavors and textures complementing each other. I was super excited to get to try the tostones without giving up the maduros. Our family always ordered the maduros at a favorite San Francisco place in the Haight, and I've always wanted to try the tostones. With the bowl, I didn't have to decide, which was awesome because both were fabulous. The avocado was perfectly ripe, as was the mango. There was ample seating inside and outside with a colorful and festive vibe. I look forward to returning and bringing my lobster.

Absolutely fantastic dining experience with fresh ingredients, attentive staff, and wonderful…read moreflavors. The welcoming atmosphere made everything even better, leaving us impressed and eager to return again very soon.

Wow. Never have I ever- First and Foremost, I humbly apologize in advance that I have yet to write…read morea review for LeChon since we've visited and call it "home away from home" kitchen for the past 6 years and counting! Plenty of dishes to choose from as their menu is pretty consistent! We love, love, LOVE the bone marrow dish most especially and all the empanadas! Given that our timeshare is down the street, we usually just order for pick-up though we have eaten inside a few times as well. Great service nonetheless, it can get a bit loud with everyone coming in for Happy Hour after work. Note: No free parking in the area as it is at the Waterfront. Be mindful of the days and time especially for street parking.

We had an amazing experience at Andina. The food was absolutely epic--every dish we tried was full…read moreof flavor and beautifully presented. The service was just as impressive: attentive, friendly, and really made us feel taken care of without being overbearing. The venue itself is gorgeous and has such a great atmosphere. It's the perfect place to gather with friends and enjoy a night out in Portland. Everything about the experience felt thoughtfully done, from the pacing of the meal to the overall vibe. Andina is Portland institution and pays such great homage to Peruvian cuisine. This restaurant never disappoints. Thank you Andina for always being a Portland constant...great food, great food, great service ! We'd definitely come back and highly recommend it for anyone looking for a great group dining experience.

I am mad at myself for coming here on a day when I wasn't that hungry. I was craving raw fish but…read morenot sushi. I got the Tiradito Nikkei with ahi and a super yummy cocktail. The ahi plate was presented beautifully and had a great flavor combination. The cocktail may have been my favorite part of the night though. No idea what it was called, but it had like ginger rum or something? I don't know, picture attached to this review. They also had a guy playing guitar.

Excellent Cuban sandwich. Since I haven't had one in Cuba or South beach, I'm assuming this was the…read moremost authentic Cuban I've had. Just amazing. One other thing, the plantains are the best I have ever had, period! I'd drive here just to get a side of them. The person working doesn't speak much English, so be ready to order when you get there. No questions.

I tried Cuban food for the first time at Que Bola and I'm hooked! The For Beginners entree is a…read moregreat way to sample multiple dishes and figure out what you like! The For Beginners entree gives you a taste of the roasted pork (pretty great), steak (amazing), yucca (I'll pass next time), ripe plantains (YASSSSS), grilled chicken (meh), rice (buttery and delicious) and black beans (more soup y but very tasty). I'm definitely coming back and focusing on more Cuban food in general!