After drooling over their Instagram, I knew I had to go. To my dismay I arrived at something that…read moredidn't look like it was a cafe or even opened. I wasn't even sure I was at the right place, thought they were still transitioning from one location to another. Until someone who shared the kitchen popped out. I was told that I should order online and come by for pick up, and was strongly urged to do so because these cheesecakes were really good. When I saw that they were doing a contactless store front, I knew I had to go. This was my opportunity to try it. I texted the owner to ask if the flavor I had my eye on was available. I was halfway there before the owner responded that they had one slice of pandan cheesecake left. There are multiple forms of payment with a card reader, and various apps to pay with online which made this a breeze. The owner Kiana, even popped to introduce herself which I thought was so nice! The flavors here aren't your typical strawberry, chocolate, peanut butter cheesecakes, even though she does offer some variation of them. There's pandan, ube, lemongrass, ginger mango, passionfruit, matcha, guava, pineapple raspberry, and I heard she even cooks up something with the pickle brine from the other business that operates in that kitchen. I thought this would be one of those situations where the food won't look like the picture. The pictures are obviously styled, they look stunning. Nope! The food looked just like what was on Instagram. I am a long time lover of cheesecake, dare I say it's my favorite of the cakes. The condensed milk ube mirror glaze was a lot thicker than I thought it would be and held its form. It wasn't runny and goopy. Loved that it wasn't a sticky mess. The crust was very very thick, I've always wanted more crust on other cheesecakes. On the description, it says it's "jasmine scented almond shortbread cookie crust" slightly saltier than most crusts I've had, but still very enjoyable. I've only had the traditional graham cracker crust and I'm afraid this almond shortbread crust has ruined all other cheesecake crusts for me. I have been disappointed at a lot of places using pandan, because the flavor just wasn't there, not Muse cheesecakes though. Pandan was present indeed. I would have loved if it was a little stronger, but I think that would have overpowered the cheesecake. Each component of the cheesecake are so different and complex on its own. They come together in delicious harmony to make this beautiful slice. I grew up with a lot of Vietnamese food and pandan has a very special place in my stomach.. heart! I've never seen jasmine used outside of tea and condensed milk outside of Vietnamese iced coffee. Kiana definitely has a way with these ingredients and she's a cheesecake goddess! I really can't wait to try the calamansi, Ube, and whatever else is getting cooked up in this delicious kitchen.

Muse cheesecakes make my heart sing and gets me doing a happy dance. I first heard of Muse…read morecheesecakes through instagram. She offers durian cheesecake. Whaaaat? Yep, you heard me right. Durian cheesecake!!!! I am Vietnamese-Cambodian and durian is my jam. I love its pungent goodness in all forms -- pure and un-doctored straight from the prickly shell, ice cream, smoothie, topping on mashed avocado dessert and now.. CHEESECAKE! ohhh my goodness. My heart. I have returned so many times and buying extra slices (possibly buying out her supply for the week...) to share with my family and friends, who have all raved about the cheesecake from here. Durian isn't her only flavor though. She has so many creative flavors and I've noticed she's had comfort flavors from different cultures. To top it off, the owner, Kiana, is a wonderful lady. She is a one woman team and is kicking butt at her game from what I've gathered in the short time I've known her. She could be dead tired, but always has a smile on her face. I almost forgot to rave about her TARO BURGER on a vegan bun. I don't know how frequently she makes them, but if you see it being offered, do yourself a favor and get it. The portion is quite large so be prepared for leftovers. Unfortunately for me, my carnivorous sister gobbled the other portion of my burger right up and didn't even miss her meat. It comes with a vegan mac salad on the side. I am not one to enjoy mac salads usually, I think it's due to the mayo (not a mayo fan), but I actually liked this version. I forgot to take a picture of the burger before it all got inhaled. Sad face.

Such a cute space to relax in! Feels like I stepped inside an Instagram reel. We tried a slice of…read moretheir pistachio raspberry cake and got 4 macarons to go. The cake was divine! Solid without being too dense, pieces of pistachio throughout the cake, with a thick raspberry frosting that wasn't overbearingly sweet. I would definitely buy again! Service was fast and friendly. You order at the counter. There's a water station with cutlery and napkins, and we bussed our own table. Would definitely return!

Stopped in to hear the free jazz concert that is given on some weekends. The musicians were…read morefabulous. The place gets pretty packed because who doesn't want a good pastry and coffee while listening to fantastic jazz. We were able to try the vanilla cream, puff and the cheesecake. I wish we didn't split the vanilla cream puff it was that good just have for yourself. The bakery is decorated really pretty and bright colors makes you feel like if you're in a Candyland. Stop by and try their desserts. They were so good. I forgot to take a picture.

Came here during my last two visits to Portland, and will keep coming back!…read more It's a small location next to a bagel shop, so this place can fill up quickly. The staff was friendly and were happy to answer our questions. I'm a huge fan of the breakfast sandwich with Spam. The bread was toasted perfectly, the American cheese was melted just right, and the house Hank's sauce took the whole sandwich up another notch. Definitely a solid way to start the day. I also enjoyed the Marionberry pie, which was a great sweet finish,but not too sweet. They have a ton of choices when it comes to both sweet and savory pies, so there's plenty to keep coming back for. Already looking forward to my next Portland visit so I can try some more!

This is an Amazing Place, we walked in and immediately felt the Positive Energy. There are So Many…read moreChoices to make in here..., we decided to get the KeyLime, and the Butter Pecan pies... I assure You will have trouble w/ choosing what you want... everything looks SUPER DELICIOUS! ++ Plus Our Barista/Server (JiLL) was perfect in every way..TY, and I promise, You Will Love This SPOT!!!

One of my favorite food cart pods. It's got a unique theme, a bit gothic, with a ton of outdoor…read morecovered space, a huge firepit, and an indoor full bar with great na and alcoholic drinks and friendly staff that keep things clean. The other plus is that every food cart is really outstanding. A huge variety of food, all very good. I especially like Rollin Fresh and the waffle place but have had good meals from all of them!

I had heard that Portland is famous for its food cart scene, so while I was visiting, I knew I had…read moreto experience it for myself. I decided to visit Hawthorne Asylum, and it definitely lived up to the hype. The atmosphere reminded me of a night market, except with permanent food carts. It has a fun, lively vibe, and there are so many different food options that there's something for everyone. It's a great place to come with friends or family since everyone can choose something different. There's also a bar in the middle of the food cart pod. We didn't get a chance to try it because we had already ordered boba tea from another vendor, but it looked like a great place to relax and enjoy a drink. I'll definitely check it out the next time I'm back. Overall, Hawthorne Asylum is a fun spot with a great atmosphere and an excellent variety of food. It's well worth a visit if you're exploring Portland.

The food here is TOP TIER we sampled from multiple carts and everything we ate was delicious and…read moremade to order. The service was genuinely nice and welcoming. The ambiance is perfect for the food carts. I could see having out here for a long time with friends and family. Maybe bringing a game to hang out. Would highly recommend checking it out! (The Gyro was amazing.)

Had the Mexican food cart, got Al Pastor tacos and they were awful, couldn't even eat them, it was…read moreI believe ground pork?? I'm not expecting a Trompo but come on, do better. I also got the PB&J add cheese curds, fries, from Potato Champion, it was more on the sweet then savory side, fries weren't anything special. If you're a potato champion then the fries should be the best fries ever, I don't think I'll return. Service from both carts was friendly! Ambiance was good, although a ton of flies, and the table setups were tight.

TEN/TEN SUNDAE!!! Banana pudding sundae was one of the four sundaes on their current menu. It came…read morewith their vanilla soft service, banana pudding, and two nilla wafers. This was my first time here as there is always a line and this time I was prepared to wait. The line moves as fast as it can for a small interior and only two people working inside. The soft serve was perfectly creamy, the pudding was thick with actual chunks of banana inside. I don't think it could've possibly tasted better but it might if nilla wafer crumbles were tossed into the sundae I'm not the biggest sweet tooth so two people sharing this sundae was ideal for us

Came here on a Friday night and the line was very long. We ended up waiting about 30 minutes for…read moreour ice cream. The shop itself is pretty small, but the staff was very friendly! The ice cream cones are $4 each, which is a pretty reasonable price. The ice cream was good, but I'm not sure I'd wait in that long of a line for it again.

I wish we had a pie shop in Seattle like this. deep sea salt and sugar in Seattle is to cake what…read morelaurettas jeans is to pie for those from the Seattle area. But let's talk about their quiche. We got the corn pepper quiche and it was one of the best quiche I have had in awhile. Similar in texture to quiche from Coyles in Seattle but the floor was so good. Pie crust is buttery without being greasy. We also had the tomato dill purse which my partner loved - dill forward but you could taste the used a farmers market tomato. Pie wise we got the ginger plum streusel, whiskey peach and Marionberry. All delicious but Marionberry was the standout. I wish they still have something with rhubarb but the season was already over when we went. We actually went back on our way home to Seattle and picked up the salted honey, tart cherry, and peach streusel. All good. Get there early for the best selection. First time we went at 8 am and no line but line formed after. The way back we went at 6 pm and the selection was slim.

This cute restaurant is a must-try for any Portland local or tourist! Lauretta Jean's pies are…read moredelectable, and they have an impressive selection to choose from. I particularly recommend their chocolate, strawberry shortcake, and key lime pies. S'mores is also a solid choice. All of their pies have a great crust: flakey, thick, and excellent when dipped in coffee. I wasn't fond of the whiskey peach because it had a strong whiskey flavor, but this pie would be great for whiskey-lovers. Although the prices are pretty high, the pies are so good, and they are definitely worth trying! All of the workers are very friendly and helpful, and the restaurant has plenty of seating. It can be hard to find free parking nearby, so I recommend parking in an adjacent neighborhood if you can find a spot.

Great cookies and you can tell the ingredients are top quality. The flavors are amazing! Super…read morekind staff and it was fun to open their surprise bags and see what was in it. Happy to have found this spot.

My friend and I were looking for a sweet treat so we stopped in for some cookies. Lots of fun…read moreflavors and sizes to pick from. The owner was filled with lots of advice on where to visit around the neighborhood, which was funny and entertaining. The cookies were soft and hit the spot!

The espresso tonic with raspberry puree was refreshing and bitter with a little sweetness from the…read moreraspberry puree. I've been dreaming of this drink since getting it a week ago lol I visited on a Saturday around 12ish and my friend and I easily got a table. There were a couple other small groups but the seating was nicely spaced. Their baristas were very nice and helpful. 10/10 would recommend. Ps cute cups too!

The vibe of the place was phenomenal. We visited from California, and this was by far one of the…read morecoolest cafes I've been to. We tried their pumpkin and tiramisu drinks, and the presentation was cute! The person working the counter and bar was very knowledgeable. Overall great experience and would come again!

I thought I reviewed this…read more Such a cool Portland vibe. It's in the atlas gastronomy book I ate here years ago and I'll go back this month when friends visit. I remember liking it. Had to wait a bit for a table.

The atmosphere is what makes Rimsky's special. It's weird, charming, a little spooky, and…read moreunapologetically Portland. After all these years, it's still one of my favorite places to bring friends who have never been before. Don't come here expecting a full dinner menu - come here for dessert. This is where you end your night. Grab an affogato, a coffee drink, or one of their many decadent desserts and settle in. They're open late, making it the perfect nightcap after dinner elsewhere or a cozy stop in the wee hours of the night.