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    Royal Panda

    3.6 (138 reviews)
    ModerateChinese
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Specials board in the bar. December 2019.
    Tim S.

    Full disclosure: this review is based on my food and drink experiences in the bar, because I haven't ever eaten in the restaurant itself. Okay, let's be real -- the bar at the Royal Panda is a dive bar. But don't let that keep you away. If you like that kind of place, it's a good place for drinking, with lottery and a pool table too. If I get something to eat, it is almost always the potstickers, which are handmade in house and are some of the best around -- seriously. Take this from someone who finishes a plate of potstickers and starts planning the next time he can order them. Their Chinese entrees are okay in my opinion, nothing to get excited about one way or the other. Except I am not a super fan of the way they do egg foo yung -- they are kind of dense, with to me an odd texture. Other items are fine. So I recommend The Royal Panda to those who like bars with Chinese food.

    Hot and Sour
    Nick C.

    This is a great place for lunch. It's extremely inexpensive and the food is very good. They have $10 lunch deals and $11.50 combo lunch deals. They can also accommodate large groups.

    Singapore Noodles Salt and Pepper Shrimp
    Mehreen K.

    We were craving Chinese and our usual spot is closed on Mondays so we found this place open and decided to give it a try. The parking lot had a lot of cars but when we went inside, it seemed empty. We decided to order anyway. When you step in it feels like you are in the 1970's (in a good way). The menu has just the right amount of choices and the prices are reasonable. We ordered the Singapore Noodles and Salt and Pepper Shrimp. The dishes were delicious.!The noodles included pork, chicken and shrimp. The shrimp was not greasy and it was fresh. White rice and tea are included with the meal. Service was ok - we could have had more tea but she never checked. We also realized why the restaurant was empty the bar was full! We did not realize there was a bar- it's a bit hidden from the restaurant. This restaurant has been around for a while and is a regular spot for many. I would recommend it.

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    Bernadette M.

    This place is gooood! The food is very flavorful and yummy! I come here at least once a week. My kids love it too. Our favorites are the chicken and green beans, shrimp and vegetable, everything is delicious. Also love their lunch specials.

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    Great Hot and Sour soup! I like the green beans with chicken. The waitress is very nice.

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    Service was mediocre, food was filling but not enjoyable, and the place isn't too bad. Glad I tried it but I don't think I'll be coming back

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    Best Chinese food I've ever had for the best prices I've ever seen. The workers were very kind and the inside is beautiful.

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    Food was old and the chicken had a awful smell to it. The sever was rude. I don't recommend this restaurant...

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    The older lady at the restaurant is rude has no manners I rather eat at the bar and I don't even drink alcoho.

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    Tasty Corner - Combination Fried Rice, Egg Flower Soup, and Thai Ice Tea

    Tasty Corner

    4.4(273 reviews)
    8.7 miDowntown, Southwest Portland
    $$

    4.5 excellent prices for lunch specials. Super fast. Egg deep soup was so so good…read more Mongolian beef was spicy, not what I expected but good. Orange chicken good flavor- too much breading. Nice service. Lots of food. We took some home and feel very full.

    We had a yummy dinner here. We aren't from Oregon so I can't write a comparative review to other…read moreChinese restaurants in Portland. Measured against San Francisco Chinese I give it 4 stars. Measuring it against Chinese in towns like my own Sacramento, I give it 4.5 stars. Love that they offer a Mu Shu chicken option because I don't eat pork - it was really good. A little too heavy on the onion (and the onion was in large pieces instead of blending in more with the dish as I'm used to), but it was still fabulous. The hand cut noodles were as great as advertised - definitely get at least mild spice to get more flavor than the no spicy (that's on me, I'm scared of what Asian restaurants think is "hot," especially Thai and Indian, so I will wasn't taking any chances with it and said no spice). Hubby said bathroom needs a deep clean and maybe a refresh so deducted a bit from that. Service was prompt and nice and not lurking which I appreciate. Lots of tables with Chinese people eating which is always a good sign in my book.

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    Tasty Corner - Crispy Noodles!

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    Tasty Corner - L20. Sweet & Sour Chicken Lunch (sauce on the side) was yummy and hit the spot!

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    L20. Sweet & Sour Chicken Lunch (sauce on the side) was yummy and hit the spot!

    Xin Ding Dumpling House - Pork Xiao Long Bao Soup Dumplings

    Xin Ding Dumpling House

    4.2(421 reviews)
    9.6 miOld Town - Chinatown, Southwest Portland
    $$

    I've had Xin Ding Dumpling House bookmarked for over a year, so I was excited to finally cross it…read moreoff my list while visiting family. Since we had our dog with us, we ordered everything to go and enjoyed it back at our hotel just down the street. Just a heads up if you're planning the same, there wasn't any outdoor dining available. Being from the SF Bay Area, one of the first things we looked for was Har Gow and Siu Mai, but they weren't labeled the way we're used to. After asking, we found out the Crystal Shrimp Dumplings are their Har Gow, and the Shrimp Siu Mai contains pork, which was exactly what we were looking for. We ordered two of each. We also ordered two Beef Chow Fun, Combination Fried Rice, Eggplant with Minced Pork, Sweet & Sour Spare Ribs, and three pear sodas. The dim sum absolutely hit the spot. The Har Gow and Siu Mai were well seasoned, nicely prepared, and exactly what we had been craving. The Beef Chow Fun was another winner. We were glad we ordered two because we found ourselves reaching for it more than the fried rice. The Eggplant with Minced Pork was also delicious. The eggplant was cooked perfectly -- tender without becoming mushy -- and the seasoning was right on point. I'm also glad we changed our order from the House Special Spare Ribs to the Sweet & Sour Spare Ribs. Unlike many versions, these weren't battered and fried, so the pork maintained a great texture while still being coated in a flavorful sweet and sour sauce. One unexpected favorite was the pear soda. It's made with Asian pear, so the flavor is much lighter and more refreshing than the sweeter pear sodas we're used to. The only hiccup? They're bottled with a traditional cap, and since we were staying in a hotel, we quickly realized we didn't have a bottle opener. Let's just say we got a little creative. One thing I really appreciated was that the staff noticed our large takeout order and packed it thoughtfully. They included six extra takeout containers, plenty of forks, chopsticks, and napkins, which ended up being incredibly helpful since we were eating in a hotel room with no paper plates or utensils. It's a small gesture, but one that definitely didn't go unnoticed. Overall, we were really happy with our meal. This place lived up to being on my bookmark list for over a year, and I'd happily come back the next time we're staying in downtown Portland.

    I've been trying to explore more restaurants on the Vancouver side so I don't always have to drive…read moreinto Portland. I randomly spotted this place while heading to the movies one night, bookmarked it, and finally came back to try it. We came on a Wednesday night and the restaurant was surprisingly busy, but the staff was very friendly and we were seated right away. We ordered the pork and shrimp XLB, garlic green beans, dry pot spare ribs, and spicy fish. Overall, everything was really good and I'd happily order all of the dishes again. The XLB were juicy, and the dry pot dishes had a lot of flavor. My only small complaint was that I wish the green beans were a little less saucy and more crispy. One of the staff members mentioned they have two other locations as well. Definitely planning to come back with a group of friends next time so we can order even more dishes to share!

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    Northern Flavors - You can scan the QR code to order from our website

    Northern Flavors

    4.6(21 reviews)
    8.6 miDowntown, Southwest Portland

    Under rated and hidden! Came here for a couple days and…read moretried the spicy wontons, came back 2 more times. Very clean facility, peaceful and great food!

    We stopped by Northern Flavors to satisfy a serious craving for some comforting, flavorful dishes,…read moreand they delivered on some great flavors! The service was good and the staff was attentive during our visit. Here is a breakdown of what we ordered: Hand-Ripped Youpoo Noodle: The absolute star of the meal. The wide, hand-ripped noodles had the perfect chewy texture you look for. They were tossed in a deeply savory, slightly spicy chili oil sauce and topped with a generous amount of perfectly seasoned minced beef and fresh bok choy. It was incredibly satisfying and a must-order. Popcorn Chicken: This was a bit of a letdown. While it looked golden brown and came with a sweet chili dipping sauce, it was not special at all and lacked any unique flavor or punch compared to the other dishes. Spicy Chili Oil Wontons: These were packed with flavor! The wonton wrappers were delicate, and the filling was juicy. They were swimming in a robust, aromatic chili oil that had a nice kick and a touch of vinegar sharpness. Why 4 stars instead of 5? While the noodles and wontons were excellent and the service was good, the atmosphere was a bit uncomfortable. The restaurant was completely empty when we went, but it was super cold inside because the window was wide open. Between the chilly draft and the fairly generic popcorn chicken, it misses out on a full 5 stars.

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    Northern Flavors
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    Silk Road - Mandarin wings

    Silk Road

    4.5(144 reviews)
    9.7 miPearl District

    We got the Dew Process, Pandan Express and the United States of Baijiu - of the three my favorite…read morewas the Dew Process! It was a very pretty pink and green layered drink topped with edible flowers - beautifully crafted and pretty easy on the palate like a slightly spiked latte! In contrast, the Pandan Express was very boozy and complex with slightly sweet/nutty profile - if you like whiskey-based cocktails, definitely get that. The food menu is limited but has a nice balance of small to large plates. We got the Wok'd rice and Chow wow noodles - the rice had a deliciously charred taste, and the chow wow noodles were thick and chewy, but they were just a little too salty. The ambiance here is dark, moody and romantic. Highly recommend sitting at the bar vs the tables because all three bartenders we interacted with were very friendly and fun!

    Silk Road was such a good find! The restaurant has a moody, cozy vibe, the servers were really…read morefriendly, and the drinks were great. The salt and pepper calamari was easily my favorite!! Super crispy, well seasoned, and nice big pieces. Soooo good. The silk dumplings had a good amount of meat and a strong ginger flavor, but I thought they could've used a little more seasoning and had a bit too much wrapper. It seems like they made these pretty fresh, as my friend noticed it tasted different than their last visit. The chow wow noodles were super bouncy with the perfect slight kick of spice. I wish they had a little more smokiness, and the meat was slightly chewy, but still really flavorful. For drinks, I tried the Senate Sour and my friend had the Whiskey Sour. Both were smooth, well balanced, and not overly sweet. Definitely save room for the ice cream! The fried dough was incredibly light and crisp with creamy ice cream, whipped cream, and a tart strawberry sauce with chocolate drizzle. It basically reminded me of a deep-fried uncrustable with ice cream in the best way. I'll be back to try other menu items

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    Silk Road - Cucumber salad

    Cucumber salad

    Silk Road - Salt and pepper calamari

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    Salt and pepper calamari

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