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    Number 1 Bento

    4.7 (18 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 5:30 pm

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    Kalbi Bento
    Tajahnae S.

    if you don't go for the food, make sure you go for the service! the lady who served us was HILARIOUS and definitely knows how to pull you in! i saw her stand, walked around, and she knew i'd be back. the food looked too good to resist. they were open late for the portland light festival drag show but check their page for their hours, they run out quick! i ordered the kalbi meal. it came with glass noodles, salad, and the kalbi sits on a bed of steamed rice. she really suggests the spicy chicken so i'll have to come back to try! can drinks available to purchase with your meal. this stand sits in a small park near other food stands. you may be tempted to try the mediterranean or other burger stands, but #1 bento is the place to try. there's plenty of bench seating and the space is lit with outdoor lighting! a perfect date and good outdoor venue. just bundle up if it's cold!

    Tofu bento box!
    Meredith E.

    We get Bento 1 at least once a week. I get the bimimbap or the tofu bento every time. The tofu is fantastic. Large pieces, lightly breaded. Each dish is quite alot of food. It usually takes me 2 meals to finish. The vegetables are cooked well and the sauces complement each dish. When we walk by the nice man working always waves and says hello. Great lunch choice if you are in the area.

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    Kelly W.

    Food here is amazing. The bulgogi and chicken bento combo is grilled well and is super tasty. Rice is done right and fresh! Location has outdoor seating with picnic tables and is shaded. Cook was very friendly and quick with my order. I'll be back for more, great spot!

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    Short ribs were fantastic. Chicken overcooked and too dry. Rice was pretty standard. Noddles were solid.

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    food is always wonderful and plentiful. staff are very personable. we come here every visit to Portland. it's a must do for us

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    5 years ago

    Spicy chicken bento was a delicious large portion and the man who helped me was very kind

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    5 years ago

    It's no longer at this location. Super bummed. I used to come here whenever I was in town.

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    Got the kalbi combo - wasn't worth the up charge to get the spicy chicken added.

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    Lawless Barbecue

    Lawless Barbecue

    4.3
    (183 reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    I didn't expect to find good BBQ outside of the south, but this was a pleasant surprise!…read moreAnd honestly, it shouldn't come as a surprise because the food in Portland is some of the best in the country. IMO. This BBQ is Kansas City style, so the sauce is a bit sweeter. We got the brisket, the chicken wings, and sides. We couldn't decide if on the sauce for the wings, so we got all 3 on the side. The Alabama white sauce was A+ The brisket was perfectly tender. It had great flavor and marbling. The wings are full wings with the drummette attached. That's the way to do it! They are smoked and then fried. They got the crisp just right. Let's talk about sides! We got the collard greens, coleslaw, and baked beans. They were all FANTASTIC! The coleslaw is a vinegar coleslaw, which I love. It wasn't the sweet mayonnaise style that most people don't enjoy. It was so good! The collard greens were perfectly flavored and tender! I couldn't have done better myself. The beans were sweet but also savory. Not super sweet, which makes me happy. Very well balanced. The server was super friendly and nice. She explained everything to us and made sure we were happy. They have a bar with various beers. There is indoor and outdoor seating. Very casual but perfect for BBQ. Highly recommend you try this spot!

    We enjoyed the food. It was a little underseasoned, so it would have been nice to have salt and…read morepepper available. This is an indoor restaurant- not a cart. Why are they serving food on a plastic tray with a piece of waxed paper? Why am I paying $70 for two people to eat lunch, and they can't even give us plates? Also- I know that rolls of non-absorbent paper on the table is quaint, but it's tacky and wastes more paper than an actual NAPKIN- the kind offered to adults at dine-in restaurants. C'mon - do better. Staff was friendly & was willing to turn down the music. I don't see how this place could possibly be wheelchair accessible.

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    Inside area where you order
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    Something for everyone!
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    Reverend's BBQ

    Reverend's BBQ

    3.8
    (773 reviews)
    3.9 mi
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    You had me at BBQ…read more Everything was awesome Service attentive Love the booths We will be back

    Ordered through Grubhub and this is the second time they have done this!!! I think they try and get…read moreaway with sending meals out on delivery that they know would be sent back and refused if ordered at the restaurant itself. Absolute RIP-OFF! Pictured is a "half pound of brisket" for $23.00 and 60%-70% of it is just inedible fat! What was edible (3.4 ounces), was honestly disgusting and looks nothing like the photos they show online, as you can see for yourself. $11.00 for a cup of sour smelling banana pudding that was immediately tossed in the trash. $4.00 for a "chicken breast" that was literally 2 bites... This is the second and last time we will ever order from them again. I have never been more disappointed in an order of food in my entire life. We spent over $70 for the brisket as shown, a small salad with 2 bites of chicken, soggy coleslaw and sour banana pudding. Beyond unacceptable! Never again and truly hope this saves someone else from the disappointment that Reverend's BBQ truly is. Complete waste of money! Edit: It has been about 45 minutes since I ate what little of the brisket that was actually meat and not just fat, and I am extremely nauseous. Not worth the money, disappointment or naseau. Just looking at the photo alone, I wonder why I even tried eating it. Absolutely disgusting.

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    Ribs, Fried Chicken, Polenta & Collard Greens
    Ribs, Fried Chicken, Polenta & Collard Greens
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    Eem

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    4.4
    (1.6k reviews)
    2.0 mi
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    Food soooo good I forgot to take a picture! We're visiting from Texas so expectations were high!…read moreAnd we were not disappointed! Starter: Field Green Salad: Sooooo delicious, a perfect summer salad, the apple, pickled shallots, coconut, and tamarind made for a beautiful marriage of flavor. Sweet and a bit sour, bright and light. White curry: 1000000/10. Absolutely perfect. Brisket Fried rice: 8/10. Great smoky flavor, rice a bit too crunchy for my liking but the smokiness reminded me of Nigerian rice so I liked it a lot! Service: Taylor was our server and she was just the cutest and most delightful person. Really made us feel seen and heard and treated us like we were family and gave us great recs for things to do. Drink: Approved By Chef-Very good and refreshing. ALSO THE MUSIC WAS INCREDIBLE! Such a good vibe. The hype is worth it. It was the perfect dinner to a perfect day in a beautiful city!

    I went here for the first time with my friend. We're both pescatarian. There aren't many options…read morefor pescatarians or vegetarians. We had the cauliflower, which was great and the spices were delicious. We also had the beet salad (good, but I'd recommend sharing it as an appetizer) and my friend had the fried rice with mushrooms (she said it was a bit greasy). The drinks were good and unique. I loved the names of the cocktails. Overall, I had higher expectations for this place, but it was a good atmosphere and the servers were helpful.

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    Uncle Earl's BBQ Bistro

    Uncle Earl's BBQ Bistro

    4.2
    (41 reviews)
    5.2 mi

    My family chose to visit Uncle Earl's recently, and even though barbecue isn't my go-to, all it…read moretook was one glimpse of Uncle Earl's great big smile and I knew whatever he prepared for me would be delicious because it was made with love and enthusiasm. Truly, as impressive as the menu is here, the real secret ingredient is Uncle Earl, himself. His larger-than-life personality, infectious laugh, and genuine hospitality create an experience that feels like visiting an old friend rather than a neighborhood food cart. I settled on The Arnold: a half pound of brisket with a side of mac n cheese and a corn muffin. There are a number of sides to choose from, but the mac sounded appealing to me. Indeed, it was very rich and satisfying, but the meat is why people flock to this food cart! Tender, sweet and salty, and oh, so delicious; this is the barbecue I've been missing in my life! I love supporting businesses that embrace community, and Uncle Earl's manages to do that very well. Just take a look at these reviews and you'll find it very clear folks here go out of their way to make sure customers have a positive experience and enjoy their food. What more can you ask for?

    I got the three meat w/ brisket, ribs and pulled pork and hands down, the very best bbq I've ever…read moreever had. I'm a picky b but omg. The Mac & cheese and greens, also amazing. RIP my cholesterol cuz ima eat this allll the time now.

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    Inside the CORE eating area
    Uncle Earl's BBQ Bistro
    Uncle Earl's BBQ Bistro

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