Took my Dutch-Indo Opa & Mom to my favorite Dutch-Indo restaurant in Portland. You must do the Rice Table @gadogadopdx in NE Portland, Oregon ‍‍ read more

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I haven't been to this place since my 2019 visit, when I left with a disappointed review. My friend had booked a table for six of us, and I returned last Friday. We had a six-person table, but two of my friends couldn't make it. So, it was just four of us, all girls. I arrived first and ordered a cocktail ($16-Disco Boll). It was a barely half a glass with full ice. I was surprised by how small an amount that is and how it tasted like just juice. Later, my friends arrived. One of them ordered the same cocktail, and it came out as a full cup! I'm not joking! It was a FULL cup and tasted much stronger alcohol. We could tell that different people made the cocktail, but come on, you need quality control! We decided to order five different dishes, as the server had recommended six to seven for four people. We were wondering why he was pushing it so hard, since each dish was expensive. After the food arrived, we realized why he kept suggesting more. The portions were tiny! I honestly never understand food like curry, which needs rice, and they don't provide it. They charge extra for rice. Their 'English Pea Curry' ($28) didn't come with rice. We asked the server, and he suggested 'Roti Canai' ($16) instead of 'rice' ($6). Are you kidding me? A bowl of rice is $6? The 'Roti Canai' came with 'one roti' and some tomato sauce. We were still hungry and ended up ordering two more bowls of rice. The 'Chicken Satay' ($16) came with three skewers that tasted good. The 'Bakwan Sayur' ($16) was a strange dish. It was a bunch of very thin veggie strings fried together. It wasn't what we expected. The 'Scallop Crudo' ($26) was good, and we all liked it. Overall, the food tasted good, and the service was fast and friendly. The restaurant was cute. However, the portion sizes were ridiculous for the price! It's not a fine dining experience, and we paid $178.12 for four ladies. They included 20% gratuity, which we understood since we had booked a table for six people. However, since we were only four, it would have been better if they had informed us that they would still charge us 20% of the tip. Additionally, they charged 2% of 'Employee Health & Wellness'. I won't be returning to this restaurant. I had some hopes that this time might be different, but unfortunately, it wasn't. The prices were still way too high, and the portions were too small. I wouldn't recommend it. With that price, you can find many better restaurants in Portland that will actually make you feel full. read more

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I want to say that my opinion is biased since I grew up in South East Asia, but I want to start by saying that the food is actually good. The staff are really friendly and as someone of SEA-decent, I'm really happy with how they represented it. Starting off with the good. The food is good, my wife and I had the Chicken Tawar, Beef Rendang, and the Satay. Firstly, the chicken satay, I've never been a fan of peanut sauce, but theirs was amazing. I'm not sure if it's the saltiness of the shrimp, but it comes off much more balanced than other peanut sauces. Chicken tawar is not a dish I'm familiar with but again it tasted good and found a really good balance between rich and acidic. Beef rendang, is one of my favorite dishes of all time, so I had incredibly high expectations. Although I would say it is not completely traditional, it was still great. I loved the pairing of a mango salad to break up the heaviness. Even the sweetened ikan bilis is a good touch to add texture and flavor. My ONLY struggle is the pricing. Perhaps this is where my bias is reflected the most. In my head it is almost unfathomable that Sambal, which is a condiment, is 6$. Or how a single Roti Canai with curry is 16$. Even the satay, which I think is great, is 16$ for 3 satay. read more

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We got back pretty late from our hike and didn't have many dining options open at that hour. Since Gado Gado stays open until 9 pm, we decided to give it a try. The place has a cool, hipster vibe. We didn't have reservations, but were able to grab seats at the bar. We ordered the English pea and asparagus green curry, Sumatran-style beef rendang, roti canai, bakwan sayur, and scented rice. It was more than enough food for the three of us. You can really taste the quality in each dish, and the flavors were both unique and delicious. The only downside was the price, which felt quite high for the portion sizes. Overall, it was a great experience, but more of a once-in-a-while kind of spot for me. read more

Gado Gado - Indonesian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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This place is going on my favorite's list! I loved everything we ordered but I liked the smoked chicken lawar the best. It reminded me of one of my favorite tea leaf salads except it has curry leaves and shrimp paste instead of tea leaves and fish sauce. It was fresh and aromatic and I would go back any day just for this salad. We also had the green cabbage and papaya bakwan sayur which came out in little itty bitty fried strips which were a little awkward to eat but the chutneys are what made the dish so good. The mint chutney was especially good. The green curry was also tasty but heavy on the coconut milk. We ordered a side of the clove scented rice to pair it with. Of course we had some roti and we all loved the blistered tomato curry that it came with so much that we ordered a second one. The decor was kitschy but fun. The staff were helpful and accommodating. Also, four of the five dishes we ordered were vegan, so if you're vegan this might be a nice place to go treat yourself. read more

Gado Gado - A la carte menu - Indonesian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Amazing food and wonderful service! It almost felt like a piece of Bali in Portland! The spices were extremely flavorful and everything was good as expected. I do wish the menu was more extensive though! read more

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Gado Gado is a must visit in Portland. We got the set menu for a party of 3, and that is my only regret, not because it isn't a good idea, but because there were a few things I wouldn't have otherwise ordered, and a few things I would have ordered that weren't on the regular set menu, such as the scallop crudo with a sauce that had pandan in it that I really wanted to try. It might have come with the pescatarian set menu though. Regardless, most of the set menu was highly enjoyed, such as the siu mai, roti, rice, chicken satay, and papaya salad. The omelette was only ok, the beef randan a bit to dry, and the donuts were also a little dry. Other than that, it was a great overall experience getting the "rice table." On a last note, the sambal and house assorted pickles were great and service kept that refilled. Ambiance was super cool, little unique items strewn about, and the plates weee cool (but some actually just from the store anthropology) still loved it though. read more

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We had an amazing dinner at Gado Gado last night. We've never had Indonesian food before so our servers were super helpful in helping us choose some dishes and explaining the best way to eat them to fully experience the flavor. The food itself is incredible. We ended up getting an extra Roti Cannai (flatbread) because it was so good. We hope to come back to do the set menu for another special date night. Update to this review: I ended up going into labor not 12 hours after our meal here, so if you're pregnant and looking to get the ball rolling, Gado Gados food might have just done the trick!!! Can't wait to come back with little baby read more

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I made a reservation for Friday at 7pm on opentable a few days prior. It seems like most (all?) of the availabilities are for the covered outdoor patio area, which is in front of the restaurant. This area is heated, so I felt nice and warm and protected from the rain as well. We ordered the Pescatarian Rice Table ($89/person). It's a great deal for 15 dishes. We went home with leftovers that our server packaged for us and labeled (and even put the sauce in tiny containers). The servers took the time to explain each dish as it came out and were super friendly. I loved everything we tried. They do have their own parking lot, but it was full when we arrived. There was plenty of street parking. read more

Absolutely delicious. Definitely withholds its reputation. This is my friend's favorite restaurant in Portland and I can see why. The staff were so welcoming and constantly interacting/communicating to give suggestions or let us know the ingredients. Food was stellar. Everything was filled with so much flavor. It was pricey and portions were fairly small so we had to order multiple dishes for 4 people - often ordering double portions of the same thing so every one could get more than a couple of bites. I'd definitely come back. The chef's special dessert was fabulous - apparently no one was ordering it, which was truly a shame. read more

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Every dish we ordered was really good. It was one of those meals where everything just hit. You could tell right away that a lot of care went into the food. The flavors were well balanced and everything tasted fresh and satisfying. The skewers were a standout for me. They were extremely tender and juicy and cooked perfectly. The meat was soft, flavorful, and not dry at all. You could really taste how well they were grilled. My favorite part of the meal was the roti. It was so soft and fluffy on the inside with just the right amount of crunch on the outside. Warm and fresh and honestly hard to stop eating. It went perfectly with every dish and I would come back just for that. What I loved most was how consistent everything was. There was not a single dish that felt disappointing. Everything tasted thoughtfully made and well executed. Overall it was a great meal and a place I would absolutely come back to. Highly recommend, especially for the skewers and the roti. read more

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My favorite go-to spot every time I'm in Portland no debate. As an Indonesian, finding a place that actually gets it is rare, but this one? They understood the assignment. The flavors are so authentic it feels like I time-traveled straight back to my childhood in Indonesia. Especially living in Seattle where Indonesian food is basically nonexistent, I treat coming here like a cultural reset. Emotional support meal. Healing experience. Therapy, but make it delicious. And the service?? 10/10. The staff actually know what they're serving and explain the dishes like pros, which is a blessing for anyone who's new and confused (we've all been there). The vibe, the energy, the whole atmosphere chef's kiss. Everything just hits. Honestly, I should've been the VIP guest... management, call me I'll be back ASAP, don't worry. read more

Gado Gado - Indonesian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Gado Gado is one of my favorite restaurants in Portland. The staff is always friendly and helpful. Our server helped us pick a great mix of small plates (we ordered 6 small-medium dishes) that hit the perfect balance of textures, spiciness, variety, and portions. It was Dumpling Week, so we tried their special dumpling (so good). Every dish was creative, flavorful, and felt like being at the best dinner party in town. We also had their old fashioneds which were perfect. For a classic cocktail, not every restaurant nails these. Noise level is moderate and you can def hold a conversation no problem. read more

We decided to check out Gado Gado because it's been all over social media lately, and the food looked amazing. We went for a mix of dishes, and they were all delicious, but a couple really caught our eye. We got the green curry, rice, xo shrimp, chicken satay skewers, roti, and Chinese sausage and shrimp shu mai. The green curry and xo shrimp were the absolute best. While everything was tasty, it didn't quite wow us. The service was fantastic; the staff were super friendly and made us feel welcome. Overall, I'd recommend giving it a shot once, but I don't think it's a must-visit. read more

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My party participated in the Rice Table. And it did not disappoint. The team was all friendly and knowledgeable. The decor was fun, paper streamers that were menus. Parking available in the parking lot. Now for the food, my favorite from the menu: - Panipuri - suggested you eat in one bite. Tangy but one of my favs of the evening. - Chicken satay - Chinese sausage and shrimp siu-mai - roti canai - solid flatbbread - bakwan sayur - lived the crunchiness and mint chutney - Oma's clove scented rice - anything coconut and I'm sold! - wok fried herbal omelet - had a sweetness to it that I dont usually associate with egg - Pisang goreng - the green coconut sauce , might honestly have been my favorite "dish" of the night. The dipping friend banana was tasty too! Overall a really fun experience and you will leave full! read more

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Had this place on my list of places to try in Portland, and finally got around to going recently. They serve some classic and some innovative takes on Indonesian food, and I was very impressed by the bold flavors in the dishes I tried. In particular, I really enjoyed the soft shell crab papaya salad, beef rendang (with shrimp chips), and the roti canai with tomato coconut curry (first time trying coconut curry). The yuzu aioli trout roe siu mai was also very unique and tasty, some of my favorite siu mai I've had. The dishes are a definitely on the pricier side but the vibes and ambience inside are great for a nice date night or night out. Overall I'm glad I tried, and would come back! read more

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We were driving around looking for a place to have a date-night dinner and I remember that I saved this place and wanted to see what it was all about. It has been a long time since I've had Indonesian food and I was excited to basically try it again for the first time. We tucked ourselves into a table on a rainy day and were so excited for what we were about to try. The food at all of the tables around us looked so good. We looked to see what was popular and just let it roll in. Starting with the Chicken Satay that came with a spicy peanut sauce. I don't eat chicken and my fiance struggles with spicy, so I ate some of the peanut sauce and he ate the chicken and even without the sauce he said it was good. We started with the Roti Canai that came with garlicky blistered tomato curry- This was 100% the star of the show. I am actually drooling writing this review and I'm so sad I don't live in the PNW because I'd be here all the time. The roti... you guys the roti was meltingggg in my mouth, peeling apart and falling into pieces. I wish I could have just had 10 of these. The tomato curry was what dreams are made of. The flavor was so complex, so rich, I think my eyes closed and I may have seen stars. We finished with the English Pea and Asparagus Green Curry with a side of Oma's rice. This one kicked our butts. I was worried because if it was spicy to me- there was no way my fiance would eat it. (This man struggled with black pepper...) But to my surprise, he was putting it down with a smile (and some sweat) because he agreed that the flavor was so insane and he could tell that the spice was not for no reason- that it actually brought something wonderful to the dish. I met a new man that day- who took my fiance. But I couldn't agree more. read more

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Gado Gado was phenomenal! Delicious Indonesian tapas-like place. We were recommended Gado Gado by a lot of people. And it lived up to the expectation. So the main attraction here is the tasting menu which is around $80 pp. We were unable to do that since my partner is allergic to shellfish and quite a few things had shellfish in it. They did have a helpful allergy menu that told us what we could order a la carte! What we ended up getting is a lot of goodies: the Roti Canai, Charcoal Grilled Chicken Satay, and the English Pea & Asparagus Green Curry! Everything was perfectly flavored and tasty. I loved the Curry the most! For drinks we got the Treat Treat, Oma's Old Fashioned, and Disco Doll. Every drink was so so good. The Treat Treat was pretty sweet but that's what you expect for a drink with that name! Absolutely amazing time at Gado Gado andwoukd recommend. read more

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Inconsistent. The panipurri was a standout. The rest was just okay and a bit in the salty side. The service was friendly and excellent. read more

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Had a great time celebrating a friend's birthday here! We opted to eat dishes a la carte rather than the rice plate. Honestly every dish packed a punch with flavor - we enjoyed the roti with tomato curry so much we ordered it twice. I also enjoyed mixing the tomato curry a bit with the beef rendang - the beef chunks were super tender and it was a decent portion for the four of us to share together. I left so full and happy! The service was friendly and fast. The decor inside was very vibrant, loved the plates with different animals too! Would love to buy their plates to take home. read more

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I was excited to try this out given its popularity on social media but the food was sorta meh to me. It was good don't get me wrong. I felt it was interesting for an Indonesian inspired restaurant to not have chopsticks at the table unless requested... I thought the atmosphere was really great, it was busy and lively. The decor was also really beautiful. I enjoyed the experience overall. read more

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AWESOME!!! We ate at Gado Gado for the first time an Indonesian-Dutch inspired menu. We had no idea what to expect, and it was all excellent. First, the host Walker took very good care of us, and once we were seated, our waiter, Cesar picked up from there and continued with excellent service. There are two menus... the Rice Table menu, which has a fixed price, and the à la carte menu. We ordered from the à la cart menu. We ordered chicken satay, the zucchini and corn fritters, which were really good, the softshell, crab, papaya salad, also excellent, and the English pea & asparagus, green curry, and Oma's Clove Scented Rice. All of them were great choices. We started off with drinks, or so I thought. One of my friends had the Fool Me Thrice, another had the Disco Doll, and I had the Jell-O shot, which I thought was the name of a drink, because I hadn't read the menu very well , and it turned out to be an actual Jell-O shot. But it was still tasty. The atmosphere was buzzing and fun, and this is a place we will definitely return to again and again, as the food and the service were both spot on. One of us had gluten allergies, and they took care of us with no problems. Be sure to make reservations because it can fill up fast. read more

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Wow what amazing experience from beginning to end. The food was so tasty and each bite was definitely made with thoughtful love. There is outdoor and indoor seating. Drinks were refreshing. I would come again read more

Gado Gado - Indonesian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I've enjoyed every meal here. I love that they have items on their menu labeled vegan. (I hate being the vegan asking a bunch of questions to a server who doesn't know and has to check with the back of house.) Yes, their roti is $$ but it is damn delicious and the blistered tomato curry that comes with it is amazing. I also hear the making of it is labor intensive and takes a few days. You cannot talk me out of ordering it. They always seem to have a curry with seasonal veg that is vegan and tasty. They posted last year a photo of a salad they were making with jackfruit and tempeh (if I remember correctly) and it sounded so good and I hope to encounter that some day. The service has always been friendly and lovely. read more

Great spot to grab dinner with a friend! We came as a party of 5 and ordered a la carte. For the 5 of us, we ordered two of a few dishes that we know we'd enjoy. Overall, my favorites were the Siu-Mai, green curry, and the roti. Those are the three dishes that are a must try! Every dish had its own flavor and paired well with one another. You could mix and match items and it all tasted cohesive. Service was okay, nothing over the top. It was very minimal and basic as you'd expect so nothing crazy there. Interior and exterior of the restaurant is very vibrant. Everyone seemed to be enjoying their time there. Overall, I'd give this place a 8/10. Food tasted great, but nothing I would necessarily crave for me to come back. I'd recommend trying this place if you haven't, but nothing worth putting on my absolutely must go list when if friends were in town visiting. read more

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We really enjoyed our meal here. I don't eat mammals and I hate scallops, but there were still plenty of options. We ordered a couple of small dishes and a large one, and everything was really delicious. Service was especially friendly too. It doesn't look like much from the outside, but the inside has really fun decor. read more

Fantastic food, great service (shoutout Ethan!), and a very cute, hip atmosphere. Perfect spot for a date night. Highly recommend the veggie fritters and roti. Will be back! read more

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I was excited to try Gado Gado after seeing Keith Lee's review. I don't think making a reservation was necessary because even though we made a reservation, the restaurant was spacious and had lots of open seating available. I really enjoyed my meal. Lots of different spices from natural ingredients. I enjoyed the sweet pea cocktail. There was a puree of pea at the bottom of my cocktail. Oma's rice was very delicious and filling between two people. I enjoyed the pea curry as a vegan. It was flavorful with chunks of green beans and mushrooms. It paired very nicely with the rice. The roti was my favorite! The tomato curry paired with the roti was delicious. Excellent service! The server was very nice and provided glasses of complimentary wine for our anniversary dinner. read more

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Celebrated a birthday at Gado Gado and wasn't disappointed. We tried several dishes. The big hits were the bay scallop crudo (absolutely delicious, spicy) and the lovely English pea and asparagus green curry, and we had high praise for the grilled chicken satay. The roti canai, which we shared, is a tasty bite. We also ordered Oma's rice and the zucchini and corn fritters, but the fritters came to the table so late we had to box them and take them home. The restaurant was packed and cheerfully noisy. Understandably mixed service given the crowds. Five stars (have to be generous given this was a birthday), even though the price on the roti ($16, and you're given only one) seems a bit over the top. read more

Gado Gado - English pea and asparagus green curry, Oma's rice, roti canai, bay scallop crudo - Indonesian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I guess Keith Lee effect was real. Every seat was filled and we could only sit at the bar. They were bustling and extremely busy. Staff was great, vibe was good, bartender had a strong bar hand, and the food was delicious. I would give 5 stars but I have to try more items to truly give full perspective. The chicken satay was fiat, the shrimp was fire, and the bread was a true winner. I didn't try the others, but all the food good well, fresh, and flavorful. The bread is a must have and you won't be mad at all. Chicken was hidden gem, and the shrimp was high quality. I will definitely be back. Fully stocked bar, and the bartender has a heavy hand with the tequila which I truly like. read more

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How this place does not have a higher rating is beyond me. We did the rice table for 2 to celebrate our anniversary and wow am I grateful we chose this place. We received a complimentary glass of champagne to celebrate the evening which was a nice touch and so appreciated! Each dish was perfectly crafted and incredibly delicious. From start to finish the service was impeccable and I would argue the best we received in Portland during our visit! My boyfriend has been not stop talking about it since we got back and we both agreed we can't wait to return. read more

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Service was great, cocktails awesome, intense flavors. My date and I had the tasting menu and were frankly overwhelmed by how much food hit the table. I have no complaints for the restaurant, only a thought; the sambal pairing is cool - but what do I put it them on? Everything is already seasoned well and fighting for your attention, I genuinely didn't know what to pair them with. Love, from Seattle's kitchens. read more

I'm obsessed with this place. I enjoy that they have outdoor seating as well! Our server was super knowledgeable about the menu and recommended a lot of what we got! The food, so tasty. It's the perfect place to come with a date or catch up with friends!! I want to come back and try more soon!! read more

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Great Indonesian spot in Portland! I came here for a work dinner, we had a large party so we had a prefix menu (the rice table) and everything was amazing! It had a good mix of small bites/appetizers and main dishes. It was family style like most Asian food. We got to try a bit of everything and it was all delicious! I love prefix menus because I can get decision fatigue so it's nice to have a meal already curated for you. I can't even pick a favorite dish since they were all hits. It was a great spot to come with a large party, we had a group of 20 and they were very accommodating. The service was nice and attentive. read more

Gado Gado - Rice table (prefix menu) - Indonesian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

We walked into Gado Gado and were fortunate to be seated quickly, especially since I heard reservations are typically recommended. Despite the heat, our covered outdoor table was quite comfortable. We opted for the tasting menu to experience a range of dishes, and every single one impressed. I also enjoyed the Honeymoon Face cocktail. It was beautifully balanced and stronger than expected (note: low alcohol tolerance here). Overall, a delightful meal, and I'd gladly return. read more

Gado Gado - Indonesian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Indonesian food- I've been dying to eat at a James Beard awarded restaurant or a Michelin star restaurant- that's my foodie dream. Lol. However, eating at a restaurant where they were nominated was pretty impressive as well. Ambiance- It's a very retro vibe. Bright and beautiful colors, portraits and lights. Customer service- All the way from the person taking my order to the bartender and person bringing my food, everyone was extremely pleasant. Food: Instead of ordering thw $89 family meal, I opted to order a la carte. Ordered- Roti Canai which is a Malaysian flatbread that comes with a blistered tomato curry dip. So delicious. Bread was light and paired well with the blistered tomato curry dip. Chicken Satay- A little stick of chicken packed so much flavor and moisture. Absolutely delectable especially dipped into that peanut sauce. Soft Shell Crab Papaya Salad- Not as pungent as Lao or Thai style papaya salad. This one was more meatier because of the soft shell crab and the pineapple. It was also a little on the morw sweeter side than the pungent side. I really liked this version and finished every bite of my food. I definitely would love to return to try the family meal. A la carte with tip was about 60 or 70, I do not remember.....lol. read more

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We celebrated my husband's birthday here and I was SO glad I was able to snag a reservation -- I made it weeks in advance and they were already almost fully booked. The restaurant lives up to the hype 100000%. It's got a really cool, very colorful vibe and even sitting outside you felt the energy. The food is everything you've probably heard -- absolutely delicious. Our fave of the night was the green curry, and we kept a plate of their roti coming to the table we seriously couldn't get enough. We even ordered the green curry and Roti for takeaway, it was THAT good. The staff was also quick and efficient and friendly. We're already planning on going back when we have family visiting for the holidays! read more

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Made a reservation weeks in advance and wasn't really sure what to expect, but Gado Gado blew my mind. Easily one of the best restaurants in Portland I have ever been to. With a peanut allergy, they were super accommodating and were able to make the dishes without peanuts, such as the chicken satay. The stars of the meal were the green curry and beef rendang. The green curry is life changing, definitely stop by here if you are in the area! read more

Gado Gado - Indonesian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Wow, the flavors here are vibrant and bright. I don't think I've had flavor combos like this anywhere else. It's def worth the hype. If you can, absolutely order the pani puri (it's on the tasting menu but can be ordered à la carte). Goodness, I enjoyed this meal so much. One star off because of the cocktails were a bit skimpy but other than that, everything was fantastic. Service was so great. read more

Gado Gado - Indonesian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

One word: WOW! Food: excellent Service: excellent Ambiance: excellent Worth it! I will be back, hungry for more. read more