Holly T.

We found Matta on Instagram right around NYE and instantly wanted to try it. It looked good, and they had some fun collabs in the past. They have a super cute and rather large space to themselves (unless we missed other carts?). It was very fun, but it was a bit cold out to want to eat outside. We waited for a few minutes outside with no one acknowledging us. My husband had to wave to get their attention, but it wasn't a huge deal. We ordered the Grandma's special and the fried catfish. Grandma's special sounded good in theory, but I felt like it lacked a bit of flavor. I could taste some, but I just felt like it was missing something. And the fries were undercooked. My husband loved the catfish though. It was really crispy on the outside. He also liked the dipping sauce that came with it.

Andrew A.

First time back after a memorable first experience, this time for breakfast. I appreciate their simple two option menu. It confidently implies, "you'll like what we decided to make." They are creative for sure, their complex breakfast sandwich on a pandan bun is evidence of that. The bun is a bit dense, rather than light and airy. Conversely, the pandan donut is more of the latter (my preference), and it's served nice and warm. They offer traditional Vietnamese iced coffee, but also one infused with lime. Very different, very refreshing. The owner tending the window is super sweet. They relocated from the congested Alberta St. core to a more parking friendly neighborhood.

Binh T.

Food was pretty good , the wings were bomb and you HAVE to try it :) We tried the fish sandos from Matta before but this was the first time we tried other food from them. They've known for the pandan buns and it's really good. I would say must try :) The pandan donuts we've tried once was also pretty tasty. So glad we made it to the collab of Matta with Wayfarer. Highly recommend you guys to check it out the Monday nights special collaboration from them.

Allyson U.

We walked up a little before 12 and there was no line. There were a few folks waiting for food on the nearby bench. One of the staff welcomed us and took our order of a catfish sandwich, a fried chicken sandwich, and fries. They asked for our name and said they would call our name when the food was ready. It also seemed like they would walk your food into the neighboring beer space. We waited about 10 minutes and picked up the food from the window. The food was tasty! I really enjoyed the fried catfish with the toppings and condiments. I didn't really taste pandan from the bun, but the texture was great! I had a bite of my friends fried chicken sandwich. It was good and they used dark mean. My only qualm was that there parts of the chicken that were tough. I pulled out a big piece of chicken from the sandwich because I couldn't fully hit through it. However, it was well-marinated! The fries were also pretty standard. Their ketchup reminded me of the ketchup served with currywurst, which I loved. Overall, a positive experience--I hope they open up a shop in SJ ;)

Keizzel C.

The food truck is located near a cute workshop area that you can explore as you're waiting for your food to be ready if you're like me and always forget to order ahead. The food truck isn't located near other shops so I would recommend calling in ahead as it's pretty residential outside of the workshop. Staff is following guidelines and with another group in front of us it was ~15-20 minute wait. | WHAT WE GOT | + Fried Catfish - The catfish isn't cut like your typical fish & chips so it's a bit fattier and thick cut which is great when you're pairing with white rice. The fish was fried but was also nice and light. The pairing with the side slaw salad and chili lime sauce to dip the fish in was super refreshing and balanced out the fried flavor. + Pandan Donut - Made fresh and these are so yummy! I enjoy my donuts light but also with a cake like chew. These are a tad oily but when do you see pandan donuts!? People may be surprised to see it green but it has a nice infusion of the flavor without being overpowering. The glaze is also the right amount of sweetness and a nice thin layer so it's not overpowering the dough. They pair it with some fresh coconut flakes -- what's not to love!? Be sure to get one to go with your order. + Thit Kho (The Classic) - Nice and fishy (in a good way!). The dish comes with super thick cuts of pork belly with plentttty of fat. You may be wondering if it's worth it, but the fat helps balance out the saltiness of the fish sauce. Add some rice to your spoon and you got yourself a bite. All items in teh fish balance out each other well. If you do take sips of the broth it is a bit salty but that's expected but just a heads up! It was a tough call between the Da Lat (fried chicken) and the catfish so will need to go back to try it. Sad to see there were no more Vietnamese crepes on the most recent menu as I saw it in photos from the past and was excited to try. Be sure to check out their website for the most up to date items!

Kristi P.

I've been wanting to try this cart for a while after following their IG posts featuring lots of yummy photos. I tried the pork chop. It was a bit on the dry side, but the chimi sauce was so bright and refreshing, it helped with the dryness. I like how it was cut like a paw with fingers to make it easier to cut and eat. The accompanying salad is flavorful and refreshing. The pandan donuts were by far my favorite part of the meal! They have a hint more chew (In the best possible way) compared to regular donuts, and the donut was so soft and tender! The pandan and coconut flavor is perfect! I love that you also get the donut hole :) Service was very friendly. They also have a covered seating area next to the cart at Metalworks, which is a big plus.

Angela C.

If I lived in Portland, I'd be here all the time. With a constantly rotating brunch menu plus their usual dinner menu, Matta is always slinging the good stuff. Came on a Sunday and tried... Everything. That day, there was the breakfast bowl which was amazing-- I wish I could put that gravy on everything! The special omelette with tomatoes and shrimp was also so, so good with the eggs perfectly silky. And of course, the pandan donuts were :chefs-kiss:. I usually don't like to have a sweet drink with sweet food, but the ca phe somehow pairs perfectly with the donuts and the savory options! Logistics wise, there's lots of street parking. Note that you will definitely wait in a line-- it seems like timing doesn't really matter in terms of wait time. Finally, there is limited seating, but by the time you get your food it seems like a table is always available.

Eugene W.

I was visiting out of town and heard the rave about food carts in Portland and this one stood out most to me based on reviews about their fried chicken sando and the fact they serve it on Pandan buns. I came last Friday during the heatwave and unfortunately they were all sold out on the fried chicken sando. The cashier was very helpful and walked me through the menu and suggested that the Nem nuong was more traditional. The other customers were getting the fish sando which the cashier referred to as a fancy version of fillet o fish. The pandan bun was sweet and buttery and that was good. The pork patty itself could use a bit more seasoning but was juicy. The sauce was sorta like a spicy ketchup. It was a tad bit pricey after tips, and I wasn't too full. However this is likely because I chose the less popular item.

Scott S.

I got the breakfast sando (only available on Sunday). It has a lot going on with it but it does come together quite well. I wish they opened earlier for this sando as it is more breakfast style than lunch as the name suggests but if you are a later riser. They also offer coffee in which I would have also enjoyed provided I didn't already get breakfast earlier.

Charlie T.

Was at the cart next to them getting a snack, when I realized that they had move their cart here. Had to try the Nem Noung Burger and was glad that I did. I love that their buns are made of pandan, which gives it that extra flavor. The burger was made well and had great flavors. The fries with their spicy ketchup was also a great touch. I will need to try their regular burger next time.

Johnny N.

What to say about this place. Vietnamese cuisine, family recipes. The fusion and modern interpretation executed in a delightful and refreshing fashion? Ordered the braised lamb curry with pappardelle noodles from Gumba (neighbor food cart). Broth was complex, great flavors. Not too sweet or salty, well balanced and a smooth richness. The noodles were incredible. Chewy al dente that matched perfectly with the broth. Each bite coated with curry broth, tender meat, fried shallot, fried garlic and mint chimichurri. This flavor bomb was intense. This easily rivals any noodle soup dish in town. Ha VL, khao soi at Pok PoK, your favorite Ramen spot. It's on that level of execution, creativity, freshness and taste. Can't wait to try more It's not a place that will serve spicy mayo and pork belly banh mi or pho burritos and other fad type food. The young chef / owner is blazing his own trail with a unique spin combining the old and new.

Kevin N.

I came by on a Sunday for brunch with my girlfriend while we were in town, as a bunch of friends recommended this cart. I'm a huge fan of the type of food that they're doing here - a very unique "Viet Kieu" experience. We ordered the Breakfast Bowl with the beef patty and a pandan donut for dessert. There wasn't a huge line to order when we came, but we did have to wait 25 mins for our food, which I found to be a little too long. The bowl was extremely savory, and it doesn't look like a lot, but it sure does fill you up. The breakfast patty was dense and extremely flavorful, though very slightly overcooked for my preference. Hiding beneath the patty, there was this curry-spiced hashbrown, which provided a slightly crunchy texture to each bite that I enjoyed. The sunny-side up egg was cooked perfectly, and it was fun to break the yolk and watch it ooze onto the bed of jasmine rice below. The fish sauce gravy was lighter than your traditional gravy, which I found to be nice given how heavy the dish already was. When you combine all of these components together into a single bite, you get a unique and delicious flavor bomb that I doubt you can get anywhere else. The pandan donut resembled a Krispy Kreme glazed donut aesthetically, though obviously green from the pandan. However, this donut was MUCH lighter than a Krispy Kreme glazed. I would've liked a little more pandan flavor in the donut, but it was delicious regardless. I probably could've eaten half a dozen myself. Pricing is reasonable given the amount of food that you get. And the staff all seem really nice, especially the cashier. There's only outdoor dining here, as there's 2 long wooden tables that serve the patrons for all of the food carts in this pod. There are some parts of the tables that're covered by umbrellas to shield you from the heat, but I didn't mind getting some sun while eating. There's tons of street parking around that's free - we didn't have any trouble when we came. If I remember correctly, there's a 2-hour parking time limit, but not sure how enforced that is. Would love to come back to try their lunch menu next time we visit PDX. Until next time!

Patrick D.

A must go! First of all, the absolute nicest folks to run a food truck. Really friendly, open and awesome vibes. Secondly and just as importantly, the food is top notch! If new school traditional food is a thing, then they are that. It feels simultaneously new and familiar. Ordered: Fried chicken plate: a smoother crispy skin that reminds me so much of the Asian fried chicken I grew up with. Balanced with a fresh zesty salad that packs heat and a heaping of fried garlic crunch. Grandmas special was particularly awesome. The fries are seasoned perfectly and the bed of white rice soaks up all that sauce. If I had to knock anything, I'd prefer the beef a tad less well done, but great nonetheless. Soda Chan: this pairs so well with the plates. Not too sweet, just refreshing lime and mint with that carbonated bite. Easily a top tier contender among PDX food trucks. Will be back for those donuts!