I had been staring at pictures of Ragoon Bistro for a month and a half like a man preparing for battle. Finally walked in and immediately thought, alright, this place is classy. Modern, clean, cool crowd, and somehow I still walked in carrying a cooler like I was headed to a construction site. I ordered the KPS dumpling and the Lafayette salad because I had read some review complaining the salad got soggy and the portions were too big. Folks, if your salad gets soggy because you poured all the dressing on it and let it sit there like a science experiment, that is between you and God. That dumpling showed up hot and smelling so good I forgot my own name for a minute. I looked at it and thought, that ain't gonna fill me up. Ten minutes later I was sitting there defeated, full, and emotionally attached to a noodle. The best move I made was eating the dumpling first and taking the salad home. Boom. Two meals. Problem solved. Einstein level strategy. Great service, fair prices, no wait, and honestly way better than I expected. Whoever gave this place four stars must've been having a personal crisis. Easy 5 Stars. read more

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Admittedly, I have only had takeout from Rangoon Bistro. I intend to dine in soon, and they just moved locations in SE. Most recently I ordered the Laphet salad and the "KPS" also known as very large dumpling. Both were good. I might actually like them to be smaller, as the dumpling was a little gooey, and the salad took me so long to eat that it got a little soggy. They're very unique flavors that I don't crave all the time, but when I want them, these hit the mark. I'd love to try it their curry, potatoes, noodles, or chicken next time. read more

Rangoon Bistro - Tea leaf salad - Burmese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I was truly impressed with this restaurant! The food was perfectly seasoned and super tasty. The ingredients were fresh and the flavors were balanced. The carrot salad was a unique and healthy treat. The crunch of the carrots tossed in a bold lime and fish sauce was balanced with a hint of sweetness and chili spice. The roasted peanuts added more texture to the crunch. It was nice to eat that with the other dishes we got like a crunchy pickle addition. The large dumpling was yummy- it was juicy and bursting with meat. The chili soy sauce it sat in was nice to drizzle on the other food we got. The pork spare ribs just fell off the bone and melted in my mouth. It wasn't too fatty bc it was braised. They had nice caramelized fried shallots on top for extra flavor. They had a special hot toddy that was the best I've ever had. Served with bourbon, mezcal, lemon, honey, tamarind and masala- it had a nice balance of spices and tang. It was perfect as we sat outside enjoying a mild evening with our dog. Service was fast and friendly!! The staff are so sweet and seem to genuinely enjoy what they do! read more

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That was a lovely meal. The potatoes and salad were unlike other dishes I've had. I enjoyed the noodles with mushrooms too. Delish! read more

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Great food and even better service! We stopped in for dinner and were promptly seated, with a quick note to order at the counter. The cocktails are pre-batched, but don't let that fool you because they were all superb. The bartender did an excellent job bringing out the spices and nuanced flavors in each drink. For food, we ordered: Laphet/ Tea Leaf Salad kyet thar kyaw /Chicken and Rice Khao pyane sane All dishes were flavorful and beautifully balanced. What really stood out, though, was the exceptional service. The staff were genuinely kind and took the time to chat with us about the drinks ,they could tell how much we were enjoying them! A wonderful spot all around with great food, thoughtful drinks, and warm, engaging service. Highly recommend! read more

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Great Burmese food in the breathe building off Hawthorne. Perfect place for a snack / meal after yoga. All the dishes I've had here a good. Prices reasonable and spice level is just right. They are moving a few blocks east in Mar 2026 read more

Rangoon Bistro - Burmese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Food/Drinks: 4/5 Food was good but it was just a little bit lacking in the flavor. It left me wanting more. Would love to try them again to see if this was a one off experience or is their standard. Service/Ambiance/Value: 4/5 Service team is great, friendly, and chill. Could have been better location and cleaner tables but it was great overall. Great value for the quantity of food. Overall Comments: 4/5 Met expectations. Good atmosphere and area. read more

Rangoon Bistro is a very good and very charming local spot. VERY unique menu (be sure to get the giant dumpling), and expertly-cooked food. Portion sizes are generous, and perfect for sharing. The fried chicken was a particular standout...VERY crispy and very well-prepared. Parking is street-only, and the area is VERY busy, so be prepared to park a few blocks (or more) away. I highly recommend stopping in for some outstanding food (and a restroom in the adjoining yoga studio...quaint). read more

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A laid back Burmese spot with delicious salads! The texture and flavor combos in both the Tea Leaf and Ginger Salads were very nice. Easily my favorite dishes of the night. The Beef Curry and Fried Chicken were decent. Found the meat to be a tad dry but flavors were good and really enjoyed the coconut rice. Mushroom Noodles were tasty too. Noodles were well-cooked. Staffs were friendly and helpful with peanut allergies. It's a fun and unique meal but I'm not rushing to go back. read more

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Really enjoyed my first visit there. There was plenty of nearby street parking and seating on a Tuesday evening. You order and pay at the counter, but get table service for the remainder of the meal. Service was quick and very friendly; ambience is casual and fun. The menu isn't very big, but there were still great choices, even though I don't eat mammals. We shared a tea leaf salad and 5 piece fried chicken and had leftovers to take home. It was all delicious. I also enjoyed my cocktail very much. A fun, unpretentious spot for tasty food. read more

We got the tea leaf salad, ginger salad, fried chicken, mushroom noodles, and the beef and potato curry. The salads were absolutely delicious and I would highly recommend - the mixture of textures were delightful. The mushroom noodles were the definite standout though! I was disappointed by the beef and potato curry- the beef seems quite dry and the dish was nothing special but everything else was a hit! The portion sizes were also quite generous. read more

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Rangoon Bistro continues to be our go-to spot for the extended family to enjoy comfort food in a relaxed setting. The Crispy Fried Potatoes are one of the best starch experiences I've ever had. The Tea Leaf Salad is amazing. And, though I'm not an expert on Fried Chicken, the Rangoon version always manages to make it onto our table. Even though it's justifiably popular, their order-at-the-counter business model seems to work for allowing us to always find a table. The folks at the counter are always helpful, and it's a blast to watch the people in the kitchen preparing our food. Delightful. read more

I'm a sucker for good Burmese food. I always must have my fix when visiting Portland! We stopped by here after hanging around Mt. Tabor since it was conveniently nearby. We got tea leaf salad, fried potatoes, 3 pc chicken with coconut rice, and beef curry. Everything was DELICIOUS, we over-ordered, but no regrets at all. Service was good. Great inside decor, however the bathroom was also shared with a gym locker room, so not the most convenient, but fine nevertheless. Would come back if I'm in the area! read more

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Fantastic! This is the second time I have been, and I was blown away by the food. It's so good and definitely a little different from your average restaurant. Went for a work dinner, we ended up getting some of everything, and I loved it all. Order at counter and they bring it out to your table, super fast service for a bigger group (7) which was great! read more

Rangoon Bistro - Giant dumpling! - Burmese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This small restaurant had tables and counters set up for customers and it was busy. They were very efficient in taking orders at the counter and bringing the food out as it's ready. We ordered a few different things to share with our group. A large dumpling, a spicy carrot salad, two orders of fried chicken with coconut rice, and a pork noodle dish. Plenty of food and it was all delicious. read more

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Good atmosphere and nice staff. We got the giant dumpling and potatoes for appetizers. The dumpling was a little heavy on the vinegar but the seasoning on the potatoes were amazing! For entree we got the ribs, pork noodles, and fried chicken. Good flavors and portions. Overall: 7/10, Get the potatoes. read more

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My curious friend and I decided to try Rangoon Bistro for Burmese food, and we were not disappointed! You order inside at the counter, choose a table inside or outside on the patio, then a server will bring your food and clean your table afterwards. The person who took our order was friendly and offered helpful suggestions. We shared the Lahpet Salad which had a unique combination of green tea leaves, shredded cabbage, crunchy peanuts, and garlic and fish oil. I also ordered the Shan Khao Swe - rice noodles, pork, mustard greens and peanuts, and a large dumpling which was indeed, gigantic! We enjoyed our meals and liked the interesting flavors and added crunch from the peanuts. Definitely check this place out! read more

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Met a friend there for cocktails and stayed for dinner. The food was fantastic. It was very busy but we had gotten there early enough to get a table right away. The atmosphere is rustic and fun. It has an original feel. read more

This was my pick for our dinner out with our foodie friends and I'm sad to say I was disappointed. We ate family style and ordered the Shan Khao Swe (noodles), 5 piece Fried Chicken, Crispy Potatoes and two orders of the Pork Ribs. The potatoes were delicious and I could have eaten a whole serving by myself! The fried chicken and noodles were good, but I've certainly had better elsewhere. The pork ribs were truly inedible to me. The smell, the texture, the coloring...it was all wrong. Service was non-existent (order at the front for drinks and food with no follow up on your meal) and the vibe was drafty. read more

The food is outstanding. I visit PDX and I crave the food when I get home to Atlanta. The tea leaf salad and the giant dumpling are my favorite dished, but all I have tried are tasty. Service is excellent and ambiance is very cool. read more

While traveling, I stumbled upon Rangoon Bistro on a mission to find some good vegan food. Their Mushroom Mala Ci Chet ($18) was bursting with rich, spicy, earthy flavors that made each bite more satisfying than the last. I left feeling both full and incredibly satisfied with the dish. We were a large group, and I was pleasantly surprised at how quickly our dishes were served, piping hot and beautifully presented. The space itself is spacious and warmly inviting, perfect for settling in with friends or family and truly enjoying the meal. Rangoon Bistro is a vibrant, affordable gem that's sure to make any vegan (or non-vegan) food lover's heart happy. An absolute must-visit if you're craving bold flavors and a memorable dining experience. read more

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Uh wow! What an amazing meal! We ordered the special crispy potatoes and the fried chicken. The crispy potatoes were incredible! Crispy on the outside but the inside just melted in your mouth. I've never had anything like it! The fried chicken was juicy and so flavorful. The coconut rice that came with it was also a great touch as the sweetness balanced out the salt in the chicken. Very cute and small place with a chefs table so we got to watch the chef cook. Overall, an excellent meal and I already can't wait to come back! read more

Rangoon Bistro - Fried 1/2 Chicken - Burmese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Fantastic vibe, great food packed with flavor, my second time back and it was incredible. The service was lovely and quick. We had the pork noodles and they were amazing. Will be back. 10/10 spot if you're craving some good noodles. Cute date night spot. read more

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We love a good flavor adventure and we got one here! 4 adults ate family style so we could try multiple dishes: Mala Aloo (appetizer) was really good! Crispy fried potatoes tossed in szechuan pepper oil, dusted with mala spice and topped with scallions. Ghin Thoke (salad) pretty good, had some leftovers. Pickled young ginger, peanuts, fried fava beans, fried chana dal, tomato, garlic oil, fish sauce, shredded cabbage. Contains shellfish. Available vegan. Wat Nanyoe, Ribs (entree) was so tender and juicy and flavorful, but had a bit of gristle. Braised pork spare ribs, marinated with black cardamom, Thai chili, garlic, and cilantro. Amel Aloo Hnat, Beef And Potato Curry (ntree) was very tender and delicious although not what you think of as a curry. Yogurt marinated beef chuck, slowly braised with burmese spices. Served with cucumber and yogurt pickle, mint, and fried curry leaf. Also had a spicy noodle dish - can't remember which but one, but all in all, we liked everything and had fun trying it all! read more

Wow. Best and most unique food I've had in a good long while. Everything we ordered was amazing. We will be back. read more

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Burmese food is usually delicious and this place did not disappoint! I don't remember exactly what we had but all three of us enjoyed it a lot (including one vegetarian). Cozy, family-run establishment with very welcoming staff, and we dined here on New Year's Day. Would repeat when in the area again! read more

definitely going here again! my dinner companion declared it the best meal that he had had in portland so far, and i wouldn't feel entirely confident in ranking anything higher than this myself. lots of flavor! i also had never encountered a tofu texture like this before (complimentary) a major draw to this place was because i heard it accommodates celiac disease. there is only one gluten-containing item on the menu, and even that, you could substitute with gf noodles instead. honestly, i felt more limited by my vegetarianism than celiac, but the options that i can eat and sound good to me were also super super delicious, and quality over quantity in menu items for sure staff was really friendly too read more

Rangoon Bistro - Burmese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Tea leaf salad: - Very nicely seasoned and salted. And oiled. Might seem weird to say about a salad, but that stuff is actually still very important. - Great color with the green and purple cabbage. - Really nice textures. The cabbage had a nice amount of crunch and wasn't too bitter. The fried fava beans and peanuts also gave some nice crunch. - I felt like it was missing something though. I was disappointed that the tea leaves didn't really add much flavor. I thought they would, but they didn't. And there wasn't really any brightness or acid. Or sweetness, or spice, or something else to add some "pop". It felt kinda "flat" to me. Granted, I asked them to leave the tomatoes out, but I don't get the sense that the tomatoes would have changed things too much. Pork noodles: - I liked this dish a bit more. - The noodles had some nice bite to them, but could have used a bit more bite. - The pork was pretty good. Some pieces were more fatty, others more meaty. It had like a sweet and savory type of flavor to it. - I really appreciated the texture of the pork. It's a huge pet peeve of mine when meat has chewy connective tissue and pieces of unrendered fat. This pork had absolutely none of that. When there were larger pieces of fat it truly did melt in your mouth as you eat it. - I'm not sure exactly what the sauce was, but it reminded me of the "brown sauce" you get at Chinese restaurants. Savory, some small amount of sweetness, and a little flat. Not as "goopy". - I felt like this dish was missing some "pop" in it too. But similarly, I have to caveat that I didn't include much of that pickled cabbage. I'm not much of a fan of pickled flavors, so I only included a few strands here and there. Even when I did I still didn't really get enough "pop". This could just be me though. read more

Rangoon Bistro - Pork noodles - Burmese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Have been coming here since my partner and I moved two years ago and their food is always so delicious and fresh. We always order their cold Burmese tea leaf salad and shan tofu dishes (vegetarian). This place provides a lot of vegetarian options and they can make the tea leaf salad, which typically comes with shrimp floss and fish sauce, vegetarian and still delicious. Don't miss out on their shan tofu dish. This is my favorite dish and it's a cooling chickpea tofu dish packed with flavor. Their tofu nway noodle dish is also amazing and we always order that regardless of the season. This time around we also tried their fried chicken and wow, it was amazing. Will probably be back many more times this year to repeat all of our favorite dishes. read more

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Food was amazing! Very quiet when we first arrived, but got busy and lively as the night progressed. We ordered almost everything off the menu. The giant dumpling was delicious. All the noodle dishes were also amazing. The tea leaf salad was very good textures and bright flavors. The crispy fried potatoes were rich and rise with notes of curry and cardamom. The cfried chicken was juicy and succulent. Loved everything we had! Highly recommended! read more

Not sure what the hype is about. I tried two dishes (pork noodles and beef and rice) and both were pretty average. Personally, I'd rather support a family-owned Asian spot where the food leans toward more authentic and each dish is a few dollars cheaper. read more

Rangoon Bistro - Burmese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Oh my goodness what a delicious meal!! The giant pork and cabbage dumpling is a must. The carrot salad was also an underdog dish that stole the show! Mushroom noodles were super flavorful and not too saucy or rich. We also all loved the fried chicken. Highly recommend this spot - they never miss! read more

I think what I loved about this place the most is the quality of the food far exceeds the overall dining experience. It is casual. You order at the counter and it shows up at your table. The tables are basic. The silverware sits in a bucket with some paper napkins in front of you. But that's not what you came for. You came because the moment you walk in the door, the smell is intoxicating. The staff truly cares that you are enjoying the food. And it shows. What we ordered seemed like the perfect balance of their offerings. The very large dumpling, literally what it's called was this silky, smooth rice noodle wrapper, filled with orc, and possibly mushroom goodness. But what was most sublime was the sauce it was sitting in. A combination of sweet soy, chili, crisp, and crispy shallots We also had this shredded cabbage sort of salad that had some sort of nuts in it. Very tasty! And a perfect mid meal bridge to the next item. The fried chicken, with a type of sauce and steamed rice. It was all very flavorful, the perfect temperature, and juicy. We also had some whiskey and ginger cocktails. Those are very good but we're a little too sweet for my taste. The casual atmosphere and casual approach to service actually keeps the overall cost very reasonable. I loved everything about it. read more

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Been coming here for years and it's always just great. The food is delicious, prepared fresh, the coconut milk drink is to die for, and all the staff are super nice. It's a relaxed little place inside a building that hosts a wellness center, and the food feels nourishing and works well with the overall vibe of the place. read more

Rangoon Bistro - Tea leaf salad - Burmese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I've never done a follow up review, particularly when I had already given the place 5 stars, but this has quickly become my favorite restaurant. We took our daughters and we all ordered something different. You know it's amazing when everyone is insisting you get a bite of theirs, they want to share the joy they're experiencing! Service is always quick and friendly, getting to see the head chef smile ear to ear when he sees you enjoying his food just makes the whole experience elevate. We loved the non formal laid back vibe, was perfect for a rainy day! Already can't wait to go back and it will always be the restaurant we take people to! read more

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Dumpling was very good but ribs, fried chicken, and carrot salad were all mediocre at best.

Had dinner here with friends. Staff was super friendly and helpful. And for a small place it doesn't feel small or like you're on top of other tables. Food was just so-so. The giant dumpling was the best dish and it was good, but was more like a steamed rice noodle...the sauce was the secret though, very tasty. Everything else was just ok. Fried chicken was a little dry. Tea salad was way salty...my wife being from Thailand thought maybe this should be a side with a lot of rice. read more

This meal was one of the best meals I have ever had in my life and I am not exaggerating. This restaurant has redefined how good food can be for me. We ordered take out and got the Lahpet (tea leaf salad), 3 piece chicken, and Tofu Curry. All 10/10 easily. We finished every single bite. read more

Rangoon Bistro - Tofu Curry Lahpet 3-piece chicken - Burmese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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My brother and I visited here before I flew back home. We'd never tried Burmese food before! The cashier was very nice, he gave us great recommendations. Food was pretty pricy for the quality, I felt like I could have made most of it at home, save for the mushrooms -- they were absolutely incredible! We loved the Burmese iced tea, it was like a more bitter Thai tea. All in all, it was fun, plenty of seating, and we would visit again! read more

Rangoon Bistro - Mushroom Si Chet - Burmese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I absolutely love this place. It has a really unique vibe that feels like the perfect blend of a neighborhood spot but something special. Pro-tip: definitely don't miss the tea leaf salad. read more