Went here for my friend's birthday dinner. I don't think I've been to a vegetarian Thai place before, but the food was amazing! We took the bus here and it was close to a bus stop, and I think there's also street parking available as well. The decorations were very cute--it's a smaller restaurant, but they really made sure the ambiance was nice. I ordered some tea and a see ew, and we shared waffle fries and brussel sprouts. Each dish was flavorful and so good--my favorite was the see ew. I still think about it! Definitely a return restaurant on my next visit to Portland! read more

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I definitely went out of my way to try this restaurant because I'd heard they had a great vegan menu, and it was absolutely worth it. Since it was my first time, I asked the staff for a recommendation. They suggested the bibimbap and mentioned it was on the spicy side, which I was totally okay with. While their cocktails looked really tempting, I ended up getting a Mexican Coke, and I loved that they had it. The bibimbap was absolutely delicious. It had so many different flavors and textures, and somehow they all worked perfectly together. The waiter also suggested mixing everything together before taking the first bite, which I really appreciated. The ambiance was super cute, with a cozy little tiki-bar vibe inside, and they also have a few outdoor tables. The service was exceptional throughout. This is an easy 5-star review from me. read more

Norah - Bibimbap - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Norah is special. The menu rotates like many other restaurants. The fact you can dine in, order takeout, or order delivery is commonplace. The difference is you're going to experience flavor combinations you won't find elsewhere. The Cauliflower Curry will always be a standard recommendation on my part, but I'd be remiss to say you shouldn't try anything they offer. Thank you, Norah! You're a gem. read more

A very unique dining experience. I didn't have much contact with the waitress. Order online and they deliver to your table. Very quick! read more

Norah - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Jeez...oh how I love Norah! I've actually never dined in, only takeout. Always consistently fantastic, so much flavor, and travels well. Norah will always be a go-to for me! read more

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Flavor packed mains, irresistible rangoons, delish cocktails with NA options, and a sweet and salty dessert made this meal everything I could ask for. I love the fusion of different menu options, from See Ew to Bibimbap and Mapo Tofu. It's more than Thai food, and it's made well. There is truly something for everyone with good taste. Service was quick even with a fairly busy crowd and the ambiance is nice. read more

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**vegetarian review** I love that Portland is a vegetarian haven because of places like this. Such a fun menu, and such delicious food. Good portion sizes and very friendly host. I loved the eggplant dish- it used so many proteins like tofu, tempeh, soya curls. The waffle fries were amazing. The beans were a little salty but still good. Similarly papaya salad was on the sweeter side for me but still fresh and yum. I wanna go back and try more things!! read more

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Pad Thai nachos & Bimbimbap both outstanding! Drool worthy! Not sure why we've never been here before now? Definitely will be back!!! Service was excellent, atmosphere cozy, clean and bright. They use a QR ordering system - easy. It's Belmont we walked, parking could be tricky. read more

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The food felt really fresh. I loved the flavor combinations. The ambience is very Thai garden feeling. Tons of plants in here and it made us feel comfortable. The space is rather small, but it's great for a one on one situation. The service was really friendly. They do have free Wi-Fi. read more

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Wish I could give this place 100 stars! Norah is one of my FAVORITE restaurants in all of Portland, and I'm not even vegan (just vegetarian). Every dish I've had from here has been incredible, just so flavorful and well balanced. Favorites are the Pad Thai nachos and Bibimbap. Also, they are really good and accommodating with food allergies. My husband has a peanut allergy and he has been able to eat here with no trouble at all. We avoid Thai/asian restaurants for this reason, but he was able to eat Pad See Ew for the first time ever here and he was so happy. Thankful for amazing restaurants like these in our community! read more

Cute little restaurant in a sweet neighborhood with a family-owned vibe! And you'd never know everything is vegan unless you asked/read first. My vegan friend brought me here for lunch and we shared 5 dishes: coconut mushroom fettuccine, Larb croquettes, Jiaozi fried dumplings, pad, Thai nachos, and a side of Chinese broccoli. I also ordered a passionfruit margarita and the dessert, Longan rice pudding. Every single item was outstanding! read more

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I've been here so many times because they offer amazing vegan options! I love their pad thai and their bibimbap. It's cool that they still provide a variety of protein sources like soy curls, and other toppings to ensure you get protein. The flavors are not bland and they offer good variety. It's easy to order when you just order via your phone and you can order more along the way. They also have nice cocktail options and mocktails. The service is great! People are always so friendly. I've been here for both lunch and dinner and I've enjoyed my meals each time. The bibimbap was very flavorful and plentiful. Overall, I've had a good experience here. It's a cute environment too...very comfortable and clean. read more

The flavors here packed a punch! Portland of course has many vegan options but this is definitely one of the best places you could try out. My group of 3 arrived during lunch hour on a Saturday and we were able to pick our table since it wasn't too crowded (surprisingly!). The inside was pretty cozy. You can order and pay up front through a QR code on the table. Service was fast and friendly. Starting off with the Pad Thai nachos and Masala waffle fries, I couldn't get enough of the flavor explosion. The fries were perfectly crispy and completely coated with various spices. For the main dishes we shared the cauliflower curry and coconut mushroom fettuccini. These are family sized dishes so be sure to come with a group or ready to have leftovers for days! The cauliflower curry was my favorite - it had a decent spicy kick and the sauce was amazing. They did not skimp on the mushroom for the pasta dish which I was so happy about :) read more

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Over crowded, no space between tables, staff cleared a dirty table near me without even acknowledging my presence. Left without eating read more

Norah - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I'll preface by saying I came in with very high expectations given all the positive reviews. As a non vegan I figured it was still worth trying to see what the hype was about. Unfortunately the meal overall was just average for us. Got the croquettes, pad see ew, fries, samosas, and pad thai nachos. They were *running low* on the cauliflower curry which I was very interested in and thus we couldn't order via the app...bummer. Food was all just okay. Some good flavors, pad see ew felt off, but overall nothing that blew us away. The service is what I expected to be fast, per all the reviews, but even that wasn't great. We were seated and then had to wait a least 20 min to get even our drink which came out after our initial food. While fun to try we definitely won't be rushing back anytime soon and I would go so far to say skip if you aren't vegan. read more

I can't believe I haven't reviewed Norah yet. This is one of those amazing vegan joints that you wouldn't know was vegan if no one told you. I think it's all gluten free, too. They have some absolutely bangin' dishes here. I love the bibimbap and the pad Thai nachos, but you cannot go wrong here. The staff is lovely and I like how you order on your phone. It's a local favorite for sure. read more

Norah on Belmont is quaint and reminds you of being in a friend's kitchen or your favorite grandma's house. Simple ordering process at the bar and order brought to your table. Everything was delicious. The Rainy Rangoon were perfectly crisp wish the order had more. The curry cauliflower is more than enough for one person. The mushroom in the fettuccine had a smoky flavor so, so good. read more

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We had a very poor experience here. The host made some highly insensitive comments regarding my little child while we were waiting for our table on a busy night. We were so shocked that we just stormed out. We dine a lot in Portland but have never had such a poor customer experience. It's a shame, we come to this restaurant very often - but will not be back ever again. Kids don't seem to be welcome here. read more

I've been meaning to try this place, and I'm really glad I did. I'm not vegan, although I don't eat red meat. My dining companions are fully omnivorous. Nobody came away from dinner feeling deprived, however, and we all really enjoyed. We had the bibimbap, the pad Thai, pad Thai nachos, and the see ew. We also had longan rice pudding for dessert and hibiscus lime drinks. Everything was delicious, and portions sizes were plenty big enough for a couple of extra leftover meals. The ambience is cheerful and casual, and the service was friendly. Our food arrived very quickly after we ordered. If you're paying by credit card you use an app to order, even if you're eating in, but it was simple to figure out and easily accommodates group ordering. I'll be back for sure! read more

Wow. What an experience. The colors. The textures. The flavors. So on point. If all vegetarian food was like this, then nobody would eat meat again! And the drinks were also well balanced and fun! We also really loved the efficiency. Although ordering and paying on your phone may seem impersonal, it really streamlined things and allows the staff to get the food and drinks out fast. We will definitely be back and then some. read more

Norah - Bibimbap, Sichuan Long Beans (GF), Papaya Salad (GF), Coconut Mushroom Fettuccine, Thai Sukiyaki, Spicy Holy Basil Eggplant (GF) - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Incredible food, large portion sizes, staff was so kind and service was fast. Have to get the samosas!

There are quite a few vegan places in Portland, and Norah is certainly a staple. The pad see ew is a comfort food for me, and it was so yummy. I often don't order sticky rice because places don't make it vegan, but I knew this would be-- dessert was by far, the highlight. I would come back for solely the mango sticky rice, to be honest. Service was good-- I am sad to see places like this turn to online ordering as I like the human connection through ordering with a person... that's my only grievance, if you'd even consider it a "grievance." read more

Norah - See Ew (GF) - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I came here over the summer and realized I never wrote a review for this great vegan Asian spot! After passing by it dozens of times and seeing how packed it was, I really wanted to try it. The inside of the restaurant is cozy and can be a bit tight for big groups, so keep that in mind. Reservations are highly recommended. When you come in, you're seated at a table and you order the menu (and pay) through your phone. I got their Thai iced tea but a couple of my friends got some alcoholic/virgin drinks and everything was delicious. We ordered a couple appetizers to share such as the curry waffle fries and the samosas, and both were delicious. I would definitely order them both again. For entrees, we got the pad see ew, cabbage, and cauliflower curry to share. Everything was super flavorful and so delicious. As a group of people who weren't even vegan, we were very impressed. Definitely one of my favorite vegan spots in Portland. read more

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Lovely spot for vegan Thai and Thai-inspired dishes. Our table of four tried a bunch of different dishes - traditional Thai ones like see ew and spicy holy basil, but also more creative dishes, like the pad Thai nachos, masala waffle fries, and massaman curry samosas. Everything was great, a little saltier than my personal preference for some, but delicious. Other than the samosas (which were fine but I liked everything else better), I would order all of those again. Ordering and payment can be done directly from your phone at the table, which was really convenient. Would love to visit again and try more dishes! read more

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Elevated vegan Thai. Been here several times and the dishes slap. Great flavors and very fast service. Each table has a QR code for ordering and the online menu includes pictures. Extensive cocktail menu and a decent selection of zero proof as well. The Norah fried rice is an enormous pile of deliciousness, highly recommend! Samosas and fried gyoza were also really tasty and nicely presented. Inside feels amazing little like an upscale Tiki Bar in a good way. read more

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Dang. Wish I had found this place sooner. My husband and ate here and thoroughly enjoyed our experience. We ordered Garlich Chili Tofu (twice!) and the See Ew, both incredibly delicious. We also ordered the Samosa, and while flavorful, they weren't my favorite. Food comes out relatively quickly, and as it's ready. If you want to draw your meal out a bit, order more slowly when you are prepared for the next dish. read more

Norah - See Ew, Samosa, Garlic Chili Tofu. - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I recently tried a few items here, and while I appreciated the effort put into each dish, some of the flavors didn't quite align with my taste. The nachos were a bit too salty, and the wontons had an aftertaste that wasn't to my preference. The fried rice also wasn't my favorite flavor-wise. The pad Thai had a ketchup taste. On the positive side, the virgin colada was tasty, although it had a lot of ice and foam, so it was finished in just a few sips. An aspect of the experience that I wasn't fond of was the ordering and payment process. Scanning a menu to order and paying through it at the end made me question the service component, especially since a tip was still part of the checkout. Additionally, a water bottle was brought to the table for self-service refills, which felt a bit hands-off. Overall, while the concept may appeal to some, it wasn't quite what I was hoping for in a dining out experience. Two stars were for the friendly waitress who was also the host and bartender. The pictures of the pad Thai and fried rice, that I included, show how much of the meal my party did not eat. read more

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It's a cute place with a warm interior. Ordering is through a QR code, which has become a norm around here. The staff still checked on us quite frequently. We were 6 of us, with a small child on a high chair and they were pretty helpful with what we needed for the child. We ordered samosa, pad thai nachos, masala waffle fries, bibimbap, Norah fried rice and pad Thai. Loved the flavors! I especially loved the pad Thai nachos. The masala on the waffle fries was also on-point. The bibimbap was a flavor explosion! Even meat-lovers can get excited about a place like this! read more

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Never thought plant based could taste this good! Decided to come check out this little pan Asian vegan joint for lunch with some friends and we shared a few of the dishes including the pad thai nachos, samosas, volcano miso mala soup, spicy holy basil eggplant, and their signature coconut mushroom fettuccine. The food came out super quick but you could tell everything was freshly made. I can see why this place has great ratings. Would love to come back again and try some of the other items! read more

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My fiancee and I stopped in for some early dinner and everything we had was amazing! The food was delicious and drinks were super good. The service was very quick and interior was cute! I'd highly recommend! read more

Some of the best food I have had in Portland. Top tier vegan Thai. I tried the holy basil, rangoon, and see ew. Highly reccomend read more

Norah - Rangoon - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Solid appetizers - green beans, samosas, tempura in particular. Mains - I wish they were as good as the appetizers...chewy (not in a good way), disproportioned (ordered eggplant & I couldn't find any), cold Service - you order via your phone so...ya read more

what a great meal !! the space is so darn comfy and cute. we waited on some friends to arrive at the bar and i ordered a norah colada. the drink was not too sweet and very refreshing. spicy holy basil eggplant was sooo saucy and had crispy fried basil, very well seasoned and came with purple rice. we also shared volcano miso mala soup, which was definitely SPICY, which is exactly what i was looking for! the tempura on top was a nice balance as well. love this restaurant so much, everything was very flavorful and delicious. read more

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This place was recommended by a local, and I'm so glad that I went for lunch! Make sure that you get in there before they close because they close at 3 PM on weekdays I believe. I asked the server what to get as a first timer, and she gave me lots of different options. Went with this delicious bowl, it had the most amazing textures and was super fresh! The cocktail was excellent as well. Definitely will be back. read more

Norah - Bibimbap and N/A Pink Guava Sour - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

New vegan restaurant alert! I have had the pleasure of visiting a couple times now and really enjoy this spot. It's a small restaurant on the corner of Belmont and 38th. They have lovely outdoor seating when the weather is nice and they open up the garage doors so there's a breeze inside. Because the place is small, it's good for guests to be mindful of their time, especially during peak hours. It's a bit confusing whether you need to check in and order upfront or be seated. I would suggest the restaurant post signs. But, as long as spaces are available, you can choose a seat and order from a QR code on the table. Food comes out quick and hot. Menu items I have tried and what I thought: samosas (good) cauliflower curry (a must order! Kann dupe!) pad see ew (great noodles) drunken noodle (great noodles) coconut mushroom linguine (not my tastes) thai tea (delicious) norah ice coffee (strong) Cocktails range from $9-15, zero proof cocktails available for $10 and regular beverages available for $3-6. Appetizers range from $8-11 and main dishes range from $17-19. Obviously prices change so check their menu. I found most main dishes to be shareable or have a portion to take home, so pricing seems reasonable. The staff is attentive, even though ordering is done QR code. They clear the table and bring to-go containers as needed. read more

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I have not been stunned by food lately, except for this place! The cauliflower curry was beyond amazing and when I was eating it, I was already planning my next visit back! The staff were so kind and the plating/decor was very beautiful. I have recommended this place to several friends already! read more

Norah - Cauliflower Curry (GF) Mapo Tofu (GF) - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

We went for the first time and heard a lot about this place so we had to try out as many options as we can. My first advice is to definitely make a reservation ahead of time, as it gets PACKED. With that being said, you order through the QR code and they'll deliver to your table as it's ready. The papaya salad was refreshing, and the masala fries were a hit. The finger licking potatoes were a miss though, a bit too soggy and didn't go with the curry for me The pad see ew and the basil dish were great, both flavorful, full of veggies with different plant based proteins mixed together. The spice for everything was pretty mild, and they didn't give an option to make it spicier although they gave chili oil on the side Everything is vegan, and the service is fast paced since there was a lot of people but we were taken care of. On and the mango margarita was on point, very refreshing Only feedback for them would be to add spice levels to the foods, otherwise definitely worth checking out! read more

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The spicy greenbeans were a great starter that actually paired really well in a dish of the noodle salad bowl. The menu listed two chili pepper spice, but I would say it was mild for typical Southeast Asian food. I liked how you order at the table, I think it made it welcoming for single diners and groups alike. Street parking wasn't an issue and it's walking distance from the park. Overall solid vegan Thai food in a small but welcoming environment. read more

Norah - Chili green beans and tofu noodle bowl - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This place is a hidden gem! I went here not once, but twice in two days, and it was fantastic both times. While I live on the west side, I happened to be attending an event both Saturday and Sunday in the area. Both times I went, I was with friends with specific dietary needs. They were impressed with the variety of options! Saturday: My vegetarian friend (Jen) loved the zero-proof Pink Guava Sour and thought the bibimbap was just okay. My dairy-free/egg-free friend (Camille) raved about the coconut mushroom linguine and we all tried it and agreed it was the best dish. The Norah Sour is fantastic and I paired it with the 'drunken', which I enjoyed. Sunday: My gluten-free, soy-free, vegetarian friend (Erin) found plenty of delicious options and loved the cauliflower curry. I ended up ordering the homemade samosa and charred cabbage and it was another win! The staff here are super friendly and helpful, making the ordering process a breeze (either at the register or by QR code). This place is a winner! Delicious food, great service, and a welcoming atmosphere - definitely worth checking out! read more

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I love vegan food, especially vegan food done well. I was eager to try this vegan Thai spot for lunch. The decor has a nice laid back beachy vibe with lots of light wood and ocean blue accents. The owner surprised us and brought over a few appetizers for us to try. The Larb Croquette was beautifully presented and delicious, they had a nice savory and tangy flavor to it. She also brought out a Papaya Salad. The salad had a kick to it but not too overpowering on the spice. I ordered the Coconut Mushroom Linguine. The sauce was more on the sweet side since it had a coconut base. However the sweet sauce paired with the mushrooms and spinach was delicious. I would love to come back and try even more dishes! read more

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