We were visiting Portland and wanted to have a nice casual dinner with the family. We came across…read morePambiche and don't regret our decision. Upon entering the restaurant I really enjoyed the decor and atmosphere. Although it was small and busy it felt very comfortable and laid back. I ordered the Canchánchara cocktail and was very impressed with the taste of the drink. Along with that I ordered the Vaca Frita with plantanos. The shredded beef was so delicious and the salad was probably my favorite part of the dish. Combine the salad with the beef and it was the perfect combination. Unfortunately they were out of empanadas so next time I'm in the area I would love to give those a try!

We aren't from the area and we're looking online for a restaurant and finally settled for Pambiche,…read moreand we are glad we did. They have both indoor and outdoor seating and we arrived around 9 pm and were sat down immediately even though the restaurant seemed busy. Luckily we were there during happy hour. Waitress was polite even though they were super busy! I would also say prices were average. We ordered a bacan de pollo, camarones al ajillo con setas, ropa vieja, chocolate, canchanchara, passion fruit limonade, flan and pudin. I absolutely loved the avocado salad in the camarones of ajillo. My boyfriend said the ropa vieja plate was solid. I wasn't the biggest fan of the bacan. I just feel the flavors weren't there compared to the other plates. The highlight of the night for me personally were chocolate drink and pudin. I cannot speak on the flan as I did not taste it. Pudin was absolutely yummy, not too sweet and the chantilly was sweet and creamy. The hot chocolate was absolutely delicious and I loved the mint twist in it. I don't know when we will be in Portland again but I can't wait to try their empanadas and their other desserts!

This food was the bomb! My Union Rep Anna ordered lunch in for our team today! I had never heard…read moreof this restaurant. It was really good! I had the chicken bowl. It had brown rice, black beans, marinated shredded chicken, fresh mango and avocado. I ordered the plantations on the side. I will definitely go check out the restaurant and tell my friends about it!

The space was so cute! They had a lot of options where you could mix and match. I wasn't a huge fan…read moreof the pork but the sweet plaintains and black beans totally made up for it. Yellow rice was a necessity

Our first time here. Stopped in for pre-drinks before going out for the night. Drinks were yummy…read more Our server was great! The ambiance is chill, very modern 70s retro kinda vibe. I'll be back to try their food.

Came here for drinks…read more Pros Great selection of drinks and almost all of them can be made spirit free A decent selection of alcohol free drinks Enjoyed our drinks Good service Cons: Guacamole with peanuts, blue corn chips and plantain chips fell flat. The guac itself just didn't taste good to me. I'm an adventurous eater and like new things, but the peanuts on top of the guac didn't do anything for me. The Corn chips were crispy when bitten into, but very hard and chewy afterwards. I wouldn't seek coming really like to come back and try other food.

What you get for $16 is a substantial full flavored plate of food. Well balanced with a cabbage…read moresalad, Cuban rice, a large heap of seasoned shredded beef, and 2 fried plantains. The flavors perfectly melded together....if this is Cuban food, I wanna visit Havana. The sweet fried plantains were an excellent finish to the complete meal. The portion size would have been gut-busting for one person but just right as a light lunch for me and my better half . Service was friendly & quick, even during the busy weekend lunch rush. It's in the roomy food cart pod at Mcloughlin & Holgate. This place is definitely worth a revisit to try the supposedly "best Cuban sandwich in town!"

Not only is the environment and the location a lot of fun. There's plenty of places to sit. There's…read moreeven places for kids, but above all the food and the hospitality of this particular location is so nice so wonderful. I'd be back here all the time if I could, if only I lived a little bit closer two hours is a little bit much to drive but sometimes I might even do it just to come here.

Very delicious, better than most of the Cuban food I had tried in Miami even. Friendly gentleman…read moreserved us and the eating area out front was nice.

Great Cuban food! Even better than most restaurants that I've visited in Portland granted it's a…read morefood cart. Try it out when youre in the area.

Enticed by all the good reviews for this place and a hankering for Latin American food, I needed to…read morecheck them out. They're quiet on a Friday afternoon. Their space is very colorful and has a lot of fun energy. Their menu is pretty focused but the items all sound very tasty. We went with an Empanada of the day, The Cubano, and the Bandeja. Their focused menu certainly paid off when you see how fresh and well-executed their dishes were. The empanada of the day was a mushroom and cheese. It's made fresh so the cheese was nice and gooey. Their crust is different from what I'm used to. It seems to be a mix of maize and cornmeal rather than flour. I think it gave a nice crunchy crust and slightly chewy inside. A bit small for the price though. The Cubano was again made fresh. Bread was nice and crispy. Inside was filled with hearty meat and cheese. A solid sandwich, especially when paired with their pico de gallo. The start of the meal was easily the Bandeja. You can choose between chicken and flat iron steak for the Bandeja; we went with the steak and we weren't disappointed. It's cooked medium-rare, making the steak super tender. The outside crust was well-seasoned and flavorful. The Plato came with a lot of other tasty things like a perfect over-easy egg, rice and beans, avocado, and the best chicharron I've had. It's small but packed a punch. The outside was crispy all around while the fat layer was still melt-in-your-mouth soft. This dish had everything, perfect for sharing. The staff were attentive and friendly. Happy hour is from 3-5PM on weekdays. All in all, we had an amazing meal and will be spreading the word of their goodness for sure.

E A T. H E R E . if…read moreyou're like me and maybe live nearby and have driven by or scrolled passed thinking "looks cute but I'm in 'X' or 'Y' mood right now and I'm not all that familiar with South American or Cuban etc so you put it off another day... STOP. Come here IMMEDIATELY. I popped in for brunch on a Sunday, no wait, Sat right at the bar. Vibrant bright sun filling the place, upbeat tunes playing. Handful of tables occupied. The vibes were 10/10 I pulled up a barstool and the menu had a lot of solid, tempting options. I went with a pressed Cuban sandwich topped with fried egg, bacon strips, hollandaise and sliced avocado. Had a beer and a shit, tasty. It was PERFECT. I'm coming back again, frequently, before this place POPS OFF. Gotta be a regular for me going forward. It is just GREAT!!!

First off, I love that this place has gluten free and dairy free for almost everything…read more My boyfriend wanted to try this place out as his family is from Nicaragua and he said it's very similar to Cuban style food. I have not really had Cuban food before so I didn't really have any expectations and or knowing to what to expect for flavor. However, both of us were blown away by the food and we're totally eat here again. We both left content and bellies full. I got the coconut margarita and he got the mango Mojito for our drinks . Both of the drinks were freshly made ( no pre mix here) and equally delicious. I ordered the spicy Mojo shrimp bowl with yellow rice. This was the first time I've ever had tostones and fell in love. The flavors of the whole bowl were amazing and I didn't even put hot sauce or salt on it to begin with. My boyfriend got the Roma vieja plate with fried yuca. The fried yuca was soooo good with the garlic dipping sauce. The brisket was tasty to The prices were really reasonable for the area. Just know that the Mississippi District , you gotta find street parking down a side street as it is usually crowded on the Main Street or limited. There's plenty of things to do in the neighborhood before and after.

My daughter had been to Cubo earlier this spring and suggested we try it. She and I happened to be…read morein the area together around lunchtime a couple of weeks ago, and I'm so glad we were! There were so many dishes I wanted to try, but I decided to try their special of the day, the Vaca Fritto Bowl. This was a great decision because it had a little bit of everything-- sweet and savory. Everything in the bowl was delicious, with the flavors and textures complementing each other. I was super excited to get to try the tostones without giving up the maduros. Our family always ordered the maduros at a favorite San Francisco place in the Haight, and I've always wanted to try the tostones. With the bowl, I didn't have to decide, which was awesome because both were fabulous. The avocado was perfectly ripe, as was the mango. There was ample seating inside and outside with a colorful and festive vibe. I look forward to returning and bringing my lobster.

Had a great meal for two here last night. We split the scallops, a bbq chicken skewer on their…read morespecials menu, the corn fritters, and the salad. Everything was excellent--I feel weird focusing on the salad, but the dressing was awesome and everything was so fresh. The corn & cheese fritters were very good and the aji verde it came with was a standout. Service was good, fast, and very friendly, but not overly hovering. I had a cocktail whose name I forgot, but it has kiwi and falernum in it. It was very good...light and refreshing, and cut through the flavors of everything very well. The space is very cool--open and industrial with some fish tanks, but comfortable seating, and interesting artwork. The music was a little loud for my preferences, but that's a pretty minor gripe. Absolutely worth a visit!

Stopped in for dinner later in the evening, and so happy they were able to fit us in! Upscale…read morevibes (and we were coming in fairly casual, but we still felt comfortable) - very chill, good play list (not so loud you can't converse comfortably), dimmer lighting. The aquariums toward the front of the restaurant with jellyfish and tropical fish added to the ambiance. They had a nice selection of zero proof and NA beverages, which I always appreciate. I tried the Lechon Fresca, and it was fantastic. It's a family-style tapas situation, so our server recommended 2-3 items per person, depending on our hunger level. For 3 of us, we ordered 7 items, and it was plenty. We had the piquillo pepper empanadas (yum) - they added on a 3rd for us so we could each have one - gaucho bread, the white corn and cheese fritters (my favorite, I think?!), patatas, Peruvian fried chicken bites (second favorite bite?), pastel de choclo, and lomo saltado (so good!). Everything was delicious! I'd have loved to try the shaved jicama salad, too - next time we're in town! We parked in a lot nearby, but you can also get lucky and find street parking on the side streets. There are a few tables outside if you're looking for outdoor dining, but we liked the vibe inside. Highly recommend for a fun evening out and a chance to try several different things - you really can't go wrong with anything on the menu.

We had an amazing experience at Andina. The food was absolutely epic--every dish we tried was full…read moreof flavor and beautifully presented. The service was just as impressive: attentive, friendly, and really made us feel taken care of without being overbearing. The venue itself is gorgeous and has such a great atmosphere. It's the perfect place to gather with friends and enjoy a night out in Portland. Everything about the experience felt thoughtfully done, from the pacing of the meal to the overall vibe. Andina is Portland institution and pays such great homage to Peruvian cuisine. This restaurant never disappoints. Thank you Andina for always being a Portland constant...great food, great food, great service ! We'd definitely come back and highly recommend it for anyone looking for a great group dining experience.

Really enjoyed the atmosphere at Andina! It's a beautiful spot in the Pearl District with a warm,…read moreinviting vibe that makes it a great place to stop in for drinks or a night out. We came in for drinks and really enjoyed what we had. The atmosphere was probably my favorite part, it has a nice ambiance and feels a little more elevated without being overly formal. Overall, we had a good experience and I'd definitely come back, especially for drinks and to enjoy the atmosphere. A solid 4/5!

This unassuming cafe serves a fusion of Cuban and Mexican cuisine that comes together nicely. It's…read morea great selection of traditional dishes along with sandwiches that are out of this world. Though the menu had many items that left us drooling, we both settled on the Pan con Lechon Americanos, which is essentially a pulled pork sandwich. The beauty of the Pan con Lechon is that it is served on the best bread around, and with an amazing rendition of pulled pork. The garlic and guava sauce just adds the chef's kiss of flavor on top of it all. While we were a little concerned about "doubling down" on the same sandwich, we were delighted that the bet paid off, and left with two happy tummies. It turns out that Caiman also has empanadas, and that we've had their food before at a local farmer's market. The turkey, guava, and goat cheese empanada was a good one! We think we got to speak with one of the owners, who clearly keeps her hand on the business, which I always admire. And if you're wondering what the heck a Caiman is, well apparently it is a type of gator. Who knew?

Atmosphere: Got it a the Sunday Farmers Market in the Pearl so it was just a stand, not the…read morestandard restaurant. Food: Cuban Sandwich was good. Piping hot and good rendition of a Cuban Sandwich. Would get this again. Price: $15 for a Cuban Sandwich. Pretty on par with other places. Service: Didn't take too long to prepare. Parking: N/A