This space is beautifully curated, to the dried florals and with a gorgeous lit back patio! The…read moreinterior is stunning, every detail feels intentional! What a cute neighborhood find! The food is fantastic, I have come here multiple times for friends birthdays or for date night and its a fan favorite. The drinks are worth it - but the food is so savory! I love getting the tartare, deviled eggs and steak frites everytime. If it were closer to me, I'd be here weekly with the girls. One of the coolest spots in town! Check out their sister restaurant on Belmont called Bar Loon. Same vibe.

I can't believe it's been a year since I first tried this place. I honestly don't know why I only…read moregave 4 stars back then. This spot is a gem and the food is amazing.

Wow. I came here with some girlfriends for dining month and I'll definitely be returning and…read moreincorporating this into restaurants I recommend to friends in town. Hospitality: amazing Ambiance: cozy corner restaurant that instantly feels warm when you enter. You'll witness at least one hug (I saw two!) The set menu for dining month has two options for course 1 and 2, and then a dessert. My favorite was the Nuestra Ensaladilla Rusa with albacore tuna conserva, albacore tataki, confit potatoes, carrots, mayo, and tobiko. This was basically a main course for me and I only finished half the 2nd and my dessert. All very delicious.

Had a great time on a Saturday night--they were able to squeeze us in without reservations, but it…read morewas crowded, so I definitely recommend them. Generous pours of sangria. We came for the gazpacho during peak tomato seasons and it did not disappoint! Swordfish skewers were well grilled but extremely salty, even without the sauce. Leave room for the cheesecake!

Wow. Great food and service. Love the ambiance too. It's open late and reminds me of the street…read morefood I used to get in Seoul after a long night of drinking, er, studying. Fried chicken was awesome. Gochujang is always a must but that spicy maple one was good too. The tteokbokki had some good kick - would definitely get that again to clear the ole sinuses.

I really have been enjoying this place recently. I love their fried chicken, it's crispy and moist…read more I always get the kimchi, it's delicious. The mandoo are pretty good, but I wasn't a huge fan of the silken tofu even though I love a silken tofu dish. The menu is kind of interesting with somethings like the tofu pita. I feel it's random, but it doesn't hinder the experience. The service is pretty good and the people are nice enough. I love that their open late and it's a cool vibe. It's definitely worth a try.

Pollo Bravo -- Killingsworth, Portland…read more Yes. I know. This is not a bowl. But even The Acai Guy must occasionally respect the bird. Pulled up to Pollo Bravo on Killingsworth and immediately loved the location. Easy, neighborhood energy. The kind of spot that feels like it's about to become "your place." Ordered takeaway -- rotisserie chicken (my preference, always) and the cauliflower. Let's talk chicken. Rotisserie over grilled. I stand by it. Juicy. Well cooked. Light enough to feel healthy, satisfying enough to feel like a proper meal. No dry nonsense. No over-seasoned chaos. Just solid execution. Is it the best chicken I've ever had? No. Is it flirting with the medal dais? Absolutely. Now the cauliflower. Whatever that green sauce was... keep it coming. Bottle it. Franchise it. It elevated the whole situation. I would order that again purely as a sauce delivery vehicle. Service? Quick. Smiling. Efficient. In and out with zero friction. We appreciate professionals. I grabbed takeaway this time, but I could easily see this as: * Casual dinner with my girl * Low-pressure link-up with friends * "Let's eat something that feels responsible" night Would I come back? Yes. The podium is within reach. Rating 4.2 / 5 Acai Berries Breakdown * Taste: 4.2/5 * Freshness: 4.5/5 * Sauce Game: 5/5 * Service: 5/5 * Sit-Down Potential: High Current Status: Strong Contender Protein Ranking: Upper Tier Recovery Plan: Acai bowl tomorrow. Balance must be restored. -- The Acai Guy

Overall, I honestly think I probably ordered the wrong thing but the chicken sandwich and papas…read morebravas were ok. Vibe inside was quiet, but a weekday, and felt like lunch counter situation, so if on a date, I'd recommend ordering food then going next door to Up North Surf Club. Back to the sando.. to each their own. It has potato salad on it, which is kind of unique, to me kind of leftover Sunday sandwich vibe. The breading was perfectly crispy, but a flaky crust I personally feel better paired to fish than chicken or pork (assuming they use the same batter for the pork loin). Potatoes were ok, but not remarkable. Spices were right, but just didn't sing for me. Service was nice enough. I did like the aioli as a dipping side for the taters. Would come back to try the chicken not in sandwich form.. I've heard good things!

We walked in and I expected a two star review. I was looking for a full menu with good salads and a…read moredrink menu. We were hungry and it was close to where we had been shopping. So I indulged my husband and we sat at the bar with bartender, Derrik. The chef helped us with our choices. The board with smoke trout was not my favorite, but I'm not a big trout fan. My husband loved it. The parallel salad... I would come here every day for that. Very refreshing. The wine pairing is exactly what you should do on the suggested menu Saffron cavatelli was unique. The flavors are mature and if you've ever been to Italy, you will appreciate this dish. Then we got dessert. We never get dessert. The strawberry shortcake was not a dessert. It was more like a delicate appetizer. Not sugar overload. A very rich and fresh dish. Please, if you're in the area, stop by just to say hi and get anything. You will not be disappointed.

I took my spouse here for his birthday and reserved the tasting menu, and it turned out to be an…read moreincredible experience. Every dish was beautifully prepared and absolutely delicious, and the wine pairings complemented each course perfectly. The service was outstanding. Everyone was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. You can really tell they care about the details, from the presentation of each plate to the glassware used for the wine. If you're in the city and looking for a winery-style dining experience with exceptional food, I highly recommend this place. The tasting menu is especially worth it, as it gives you the chance to try a variety of dishes along with thoughtfully selected wines. I would definitely recommend it.

LeChon was such a fun dinner! The South American-inspired menu is made for sharing, so we got to…read moretry a bunch of different dishes. Our meal begin with a fantastic elote dish. Absolutely a flavor explosion inside your mouth! Next, the smoked bone marrow with chimichurri and bread was fantastic. Rich, smoky, herby, and just ridiculously good. The pork belly baocitos were my absolute favorite! The foraged mushrooms with bread were another HUGE surprise!! WOW. Incredible flavor! The grilled octopus with potatoes was good, although slightly overcooked and I didn't get much of the grilled flavor. The flank steak had delicious smoky flavors and an amazing sauce, but we were so full by then that we couldn't finish it! I loved the variety here. Lots of bold flavors and fun combinations, and the sharing format makes it easy to try a little bit of everything. Definitely come hungry! As an aside, there is a tank of jelly fish when you walk in, and another tank with fish. Pretty cool.

South American (Argentina-Chile-Peru) by way of the Willamette: a winning culinary team presents…read moretapas and an affordable Chef's tasting menu, à la carte also available. A bar backlit by ethereal jellyfish ebbing in blue light, and an incredible (but focused) wine program, along with creative & fun ZERO-proof options. I've had 4 years of mostly unremarkable experiences with service in Portland, but Hunter changed all that. He's thoughtful, thinking ahead, smart & an asset to the ambiance. Meanwhile 3/3 items were exceptional, starting with BRISKET EMPANADAS - buttery smoked brisket & ooey gooey fontina studded with tart little golden raisins in a crisp crust - like a cheesy Argentinian gyoza! PAN SEARED SCALLOPS (by the half-order, thank you!) are precisely seared on the outside, sweet & tender on the inside, plated over a creamy sweet corn polenta that contrasts beautifully with the acid in slightly charred, roasted tomatoes. Finally (in traditional European fashion) a FARMERS GREEN SALAD gently dressed in piquant vinegar balanced by mild goat cheese & roasted pine nuts for a smoky crunch. Chef's Counter is lovely, but the space is deceptively large and accommodating with cozy booths and larger rooms - the more, the merrier sharing tapas to go around!

I loved everything about Osp. The ambiance is great. The service impeccable and the food was…read moreperfect. The shrimp and chorizo appetizer was incredible; perfectly cooked and great flavor. I had the special lamb kabob plate and the lamb was perfectly cooked. I'd make the trip to Silverton just to eat here! Bravo!

I ordered the turkey and bean soup and got a bowl of broth with some onions. I don't understand the…read morehigh reviews for this place. My margarita was tasty. This is the second time we've tried food at this place and it will be the last :( In response to the business owner, the picture is the replacement soup.

Amazing experience all around. I accidentally made my reservation for the chef counter. I don't…read moregenerally like bar seating because I am short and the stools are often uncomfortable, but they had a nice ledge at the right height for me. It was fun watching all the variety of dishes come together. Service was great, just the right amount of attentive. Food was amazing. Everything was great, but special nod to the squid ink pasta and the tres major steak. Definitely will come back next time I'm in the area

Apparently, unlike the Napa/Sonoma area, Willamette wine country is not known for food, but after…read moresome research, we came across Cozy Taberna, which is a tapas style place in downtown Salem. We reserved on Tock, and it was mostly full on a Friday night. Drinks: lots of local beers are available, but I went with the Pineapple Express: she warned it was spicy, and it indeed was (in a really good way). All of the food is done family style: - Clams Galicia: with tomato, chorizo, bacon broth. This broth as amazing. I literally drank it with a spoon - Pan con tomate: slightly different from classic preparation - more flavorful and heavier on the toppings - Salmorejo: tomato and bread puree, Serrano, jammy egg - like a creamy gazpacho - Grilled asparagus: with whipped ricotta and a cured egg yolk - Squid ink pasta: with hazelnuts, caramelized onions, peppers, and a runny egg yolk, a bit spicy. This dish was my favorite - Honey brined pork chop with a basque piperade sauce The servers were all great about checking in. I would definitely recommend the squid ink pasta and the clams if you're in town!