Pro tip: if you can't get a dinner reservation, enjoy a beautiful, leisurely lunch instead! We had the crab spring roll (only ok), the lemongrass clams (amazing), and the Ho Chi Min pork (a fancy vermicelli bowl), plus a really lovely Che for dessert. Beverages are a lovely complement. We tried both an iced and hot tea. Can't wait to return for more of the menu! read more

Over hyped. Biggest issue is the poor service. We ordered basic things, no special requests, and 45+ minutes later we were still waiting. Three times servers pushed more drinks but never offered a reason for the delay or offered to check on why such a delay, given that there were open tables. With the increased business that will come with the NYT stopping by and giving two stars, they really should add someone in front of house to stop by the tables and make sure all is well. If that's not doable, train the servers to pick up on people's comments such as "This is our first time here. What should we know about how this works?" If you don't get to North Vietnam like you used to, your visit here will all be exciting and menu exploration and flavor combos to try. It can also be confusing or overwhelming for those coming into this without that cultural or culinary context. Just know you'll be on your own other than if you ask a specific question about what something is, or make the time to flip to back pages of menu to read the paragraph about each dish. Menu is heavy on pork and beef, just FYI if you have vegetarians along who might be used to more selection especially in Portland. read more

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We have been hearing so much about Paper bridge, that we decided it was time to make a reservation to check it out. We arrived on a Friday evening at 4:50 p.m. for a 5:00 p.m. reservation. As we walked down the stairs to check in, our host said that we were 20 minutes early and needed to wait. We were confused beacuse our reservation was only 10 minutes away and there were empty tables. After standing by the entrance for a few minutes, we were seated at one of the open tables. That's the moment we finally get to appreciate the restaurant decor as it was very nicely decorated with papper lanterns all over the ceiling. The other thing I noticed upon sitting down was the smoke coming out of the open kitchen area. We sat near the back of the resaurant which is close to the front of the kitchen and you could literally see smoke flowing into the dinning area. We definitely smelled like the kitchen after we left. Ok, now with all the complaints out of the way, here is what we really enjoyed at the Paper Bridge. First of all, we liked our server. He was very friendly and took his time explaining the menu and giving recommendations. He recommended the black tea with lychee and basil seeds and the beef pho, so that's what I ordered. My husband ordered the Bun cha Hanoi and an iced egg coffee. The drinks came first and we liked both of them. The lychee black tea looked and tasted like passion fruit juice, it was very fruity and refreshing. The iced egg coffee was very thick and not too sweet, which we liked. My beef pho came with a deep fried donut (not sweet, think more like a Chinese you tiao) which was bready and quite delicious. The pho broth was light and savory, with apronounced star anise taste. I enjoyed it, but my husband thought the star anise was a a little overpowering. The meat was thinly sliced and the rice noodles were soft. I really enjoyed it. My husnand enjoyed his his Bun Cha Hanoi as he dipped his noodles and an assortment of vegetables and herbs in the sweet and savory sauce. The pork and the pork belly inside was also really good. We finished the meal with the banana cake, which came with a savory coconut sacue, tapioca and bananas with a creme brulet topping. The dessert was very enjoyable and I partuclarly enjoy the roasted peanuts. Overall, we liked the Paper Bridge and would like to come back and try more dishes. read more

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Delicious! We had an awesome experience here, lovely space, very attentive and helpful staff, and the food was amazing! Really interesting and well executed Vietnamese dishes, such a wonderful and unique experience. Highly recommended! read more

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I am proud that the Paper Bridge is operating in Portland. Such a great addition to the city's food scene. In fact, the service and ambiance are the best in the city. (((NOTE: Get a Reservation!)))) The Salt Rooster, various pho dishes, sauces, tea and everything remains perfect. I can't wait to come back again and again. Seriously amazing service! Other restaurants should aspire to be like The Paper Bridge. Also the fritter and sauce is outta this world! read more

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make reservations! We went on a thursday and had reservations, they were super busy! Amazing and friendly service! Food was fresh and delicious! They serve northern vietnamese food and it had a more light and herby flavor. We got most of the popular dishes they serve. Get them! Everything was just so nice and refreshing. So if youre ever craving vietnamese but don't want to feel too heavy after go here! ALSO their restaurant is so cute! read more

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My family and I came to eat just before 11am on a Sunday. Shortly after we arrived, it got pretty busy! The decor was cute. Service was only okay. The food was good but it didn't wow me. Everything was a little too salty for my liking. They definitely had some interesting things on their menu though! The puffed pho was super interesting but didn't really taste like pho in my opinion, it tasted more like a spicy bo luc lac. Definitely worth a try though. The bun cha Ha Noi was sweet and savory but I thought the noodles were too soft to my liking. The Nam Dinh Pho was soothing but salty. The offal congee (only served on the weekends) was probably my favorite thing but you honestly can't go wrong with this dish. The small intestine in it did taste a little stinky though. I really wanted to try their egg coffee but at $12 a cup, I had to pass. This place overall was decent but nothing special so rating it a 3/5. read more

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This Vietnamese restaurant specializes in Northern style cuisine. I came here with a group of friends and we ordered a variety of appetizers and main dishes to share. The service was excellent, and everyone was friendly, attentive, and very accommodating. We also ordered drinks, and the Vietnamese coffee was especially delicious. I had the Bun Cha Ha Noi, and my husband ordered the Pho Nam Dinh. The pho was flavorful and beautifully prepared, though I personally would have preferred the noodles to be a bit firmer. read more

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The Paper Bridge is really one of them ones forreal! This spot definitely has some of the best food I have ever devoured in the PDX area. They are serving up some hyper authentic Northern Vietnamese cuisine in a beautiful environment. To get here, street parking will be your best bet and there is a good amount of it around the area. Reservations are highly recommended, but walk-ins can be accommodated as well. Inside, their decorations and ambiance transport you to Vietnam. They have a spacious setup with a good amount of seating. For their menu, they are stacked with so many good appetizer and entree options to choose from. Wifey and I stopped by with our homies for lunch and ended up getting a spread consisting of the Sapa Skewers, Bun Cha Ha Noi, Pho Cuon Tay Ho, and the Pho Nam Dinh. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience and everything tasted amazing. All of the staff here are very friendly and welcoming. This spot really deserves more recognition and hype for the craft and intentionality that goes into everything they do. We will be back forsure next time we are in the area! The Paper Bridge is Viet gang approved! read more

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SOO good. I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious everything was. The menu is a bit overwhelming but the waitress was able to give us some good recommendations. Service was a bit slow (like to get our check) but I'm sure it was busy. My favorite item was definitely the clams. It came with a delicious broth/soup that was addicting. Our group slurped that right up. And the meat in the noodle soups were delicious!! So flavorful. Will be back again. read more

The Paper Bridge - Vietnamese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

We made a reservation online for 11:45 AM for Valentine's day. We parked our car at a street parking location that has a 2-hour visitor parking limit. It was a little difficult to find the restaurant because it's right next to a large building on the corner of the block. Absolutely beautiful in the inside! The aesthetic as soon as I walked in felt very earthy and down to earth. We waited a couple of minutes to be greeted at the door and once they confirmed our reservation, they led us to a different area with a complete different ambiance. It felt like I was seated in one of those street alleys with the dim lighting and the writing on the walls. The menu was impressive. It was about 4 pages of drinks and then about 3 pages of dishes of various sizes. After that there was about 4 MORE pages that offered explanation of the cultural significance of their menu items as well as more details as to what each dish contained. Color me impressed!! We ordered the beef pho and pork bun cha. While the pho did taste good, the broth was on the lighter side and came with the fritters instead of the bean sprouts/herb plate that I'm familiar with. The noodles also were extremely tender and nothing like any other place I had before which made me wonder if they were made in store daily? Loved the Bun Cha! One of the servers that brought the order over walked us through how the dish was intended to be eaten which I appreciated since I've never seen the item on any other restaurant before. Every single piece of the pork was seasoned and flavored so well. The noodles were clumped pretty tightly together on the plate but once you dip them into the pork broth they loosened up instantly. Each dish tasted amazing! One complaint was how long the wait was for the server to come take our order-- we did request some time to look at the menu a little more but we waited for around half an hour for our server to come back. The herbs that came with the bun cha were mostly just mints and cilantro with 3 pieces of lettuce. The pho also came with a small plate of a sauce and sliced garlic which neither of us touched. There is a shared restroom area that's adjacent to the restaurant so just remember to ask a server! read more

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If you like garlic, this is paradise. Each dish has copious amounts of garlic all well balanced. Got the crab spring roll which had nice umami flavor. The morning glory was delicious. While I'm not normally a beef fan, the beef in the pho roll was delectable. Would go back just for that. The tofu pho roll was also great. I also enjoyed the pork bun cha hanoi. The drinks were tasty too! Staff was great and so was the decor. Similar to other reviews, I did not like the style of the menu. I was constantly having to cross reference details and prices. It made the ordering process overwhelming when it didn't need to be. Also, after getting home I smelled like I worked in a oily restaurant for hours. There just isn't enough ventilation, but do not go wearing nice clothes. read more

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almost everything we tried was delicious. The pho wasn't my personal favorite, but every other dish made up for it. Their Vietnamese iced coffee was definitely the highlight for me, so flavorful and refreshing! Overall, a great spot with tasty food, and I'll definitely be back to try more items on the menu. read more

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Well first of all you have to make a reservation and if you don't cancel 2 hrs before they charge you 20 per person . The whole reason I came here was to try the pho sadly they ran out . They told us after we had sat down and ordered . So obviously I couldn't get up and leave because they would charge us . The bowl Was so small where you can't even mix your veggies in the bowl ! The noodles for the bun were clumped up ... will not return but it's nice in here but honestly I would rather go to pho van and get bun cha .... The service was good though the people in here are friendly . I think for future reference this establishment should either A keep pho on deck because that is what your known for or you notify the customer and leave them a choice without charging them . Give them an option .... I'm originally from Westminster and garden grove so I know my Vietnamese food and I'm also married to a Vietnamese person and this place was just not it for me . Giving my 3 stars for the people that is all read more

The Paper Bridge - Vietnamese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Eating dinner here was a wonderful experience from start to finish. The food was absolutely outstanding: creative, unique, authentic, and delicious. They clearly mark gluten-free and vegan options, which is very important to me and much appreciated. We started with the vegan pho rolls, which were delightful in their simplicity. Even without meat, this appetizer was a true flavor bomb, capturing the essential flavors of pho without the broth. For our mains, we ordered the vegan stuffed tofu and the Mai Dich-style fish with noodles. The fish dish was deeply savory and comforting. The tofu was also enjoyable, though more mild in flavor; interestingly, the side dishes were perhaps even more exciting than the tofu itself. For dessert, we ordered the steamed banana cake, which was both unique and delicious, and a perfect way to end the meal. The restaurant itself has a warm, inviting ambiance, with beautiful lanterns hanging on the walls and rich wood paneling throughout. The staff were incredibly helpful and happy to explain menu items when needed. This restaurant is truly a gem and absolutely deserves its spot on the New York Times Best Restaurant list. read more

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We went here on a Sunday afternoon and was thankful for making a reservation in advance. The place was fully occupied with a line forming along the stairs. The decorations and ambiance were quite pleasant. Their menu is very expansive and was definitely overwhelming. Towards the end of the menu, there is a section for detailed menu descriptions but the price of the menu item isn't listed in this section so I was constantly flipping back and forth between the menu. The spring rolls had a nice, crisp texture and were tasty but lacked any notes of the Dungeness crab. Initially, I thought it was because of the dipping sauce but I wasn't able to detect any crab flavor while eating it plainly as well. For the beef pho, the texture of the pho noodles were a bit too soft for my liking. I wish they were a bit more firm with a bit more bounce to it. The slices of beef were quite tender as well so the overall bowl of soup felt too mushy. The Vietnamese fritter, chopped green onions, and pickled garlic did offer a contrast in texture which helped. The puffed pho noodles were my favorite because of the uniqueness and the well-seasoned beef. This is the kind of dish that is difficult to find at other Vietnamese establishments so I was happy to try it here. The texture of the noodles were quite nice, you are able to discern the fried layers and the inner layers with each bite. read more

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I have been here twice, and both times the food had been consistently excellent! This is not your "regular" Vietnamese restaurant. The menu can be a little confusing, with many unfamiliar terms. But there is a whole section in the menu that explains each dish in details, or the servers are friendly and happy to share their knowledge of each dish in details. What I like best is that they make their own noodles, and it has very good texture and seems to soak up the broth much better. The restaurant is nicely decorated, especially the section with the lanterns, reminiscent of the city Hoi An in Vietnam. read more

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Top notch experience! My oldest picked this place for their 18th bday dinner and from start to finish it was perfect. You must make a reservation a couple weeks ahead, be warned, but it's so worth it. Homey atmosphere, amazing food, accommodating for gf choices, prices are Portland average but the food is not. The food is a gastric delight. No doubt there will be something new you haven't had before, and the drinks are on the same level. The whole atmosphere is a sensory delight. The staff are knowledgeable and enthusiastic and we never felt abandoned. So much happy to enjoy in such a small space I can't recommend it enough. read more

The Paper Bridge - Vietnamese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Had a unique and wonderful experience diving into authentic northern Vietnamese cuisine. I had no idea puffed pho noodles were a thing, and the ones I tried here were amazing. It was topped with such tender beef. The portion sizes for everything was perfect for sharing family style, and they made it very easy to share the pho as well (which was obviously delicious). The service was a little slow in the beginning but it went smoothly once we ordered our drinks and food. The dishes came out well timed, giving us enough time to finish each plate once the next one came out. They even gave a complimentary dessert for my friend's birthday which was so sweet! I noticed one side of the restaurant was a more typical (but still cute!) dining room while the other side had a very cool vibe that seemed to replicate the streets of Vietnam. Hope to check out the latter next time! read more

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Every item we had was outstanding! I particularly liked the herby sauce that came with our meat skewers, which I happily ate with the puff pho rolls and other dishes as well. The meat was so tender throughout, on the puff pho rolls (beef) and the pho (sliced beef). The drinks were spectacular as well. Our waitress was super nice and attentive! We got our dishes out with great timing. The interior was also beautiful with paper motifs, plants, and warm lighting. Made for a super cozy and intimate gathering! read more

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Absolutely delicious food! Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and made with care. The pho had a rich, comforting broth, and the sturgeon were some of the best I've had. The staff was friendly, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the portions were great for the price. I'll definitely be coming back again and would highly recommend this place to anyone craving amazing food and drinks. read more

Made a reservation for The Paper Bridge after seeing them featured on the NYT list of best restaurants and happy I did. The two of us ordered: Calamansi Gin fizz: 5/5 refreshing and tasty Oolong tea brandy cobbler: 4/5 loved the tea taste but didn't love it with brandy "Water" buffalo jerky: 3/5 wasn't bad but wasn't special. Wish the pieces were slightly larger Vietnamese fritter: 5/5 perfectly cooked and the broth was so full of flavor! Simple, but my favorite dish we tried. Fried stuffed rice cakes: 3/5 the rice was sort of globby and it was difficult to get a good bite without losing the meat from the rice. Crab spring rolls: 4/5 good but not extraordinary The restaurant itself is bright and airy and beautifully decorated. Staff were friendly and happy to give recommendations and explanations. Happy we tried The Paper Bridge! read more

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3.5/5 The Paper Bridge was super hyped, so I had high expectations, but I felt let down as the food was good but not exceptional. Though the dishes were unique and interesting (puffed pho, frog soup, cardamom pork skewers), their flavors were one dimensional. I left craving the viet food near 82nd more - not a great sign given how pricey The Paper Bridge is. I'm glad I got to try it once and the ambiance was super cute for a date night. Service was friendly but they were super busy on a Monday night, and ran out of many of the specials we originally asked for. Reservations are a must as they are booked out! read more

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After a recent shout out as one of the best restaurants in PDX from the NYT, this place did not disappoint, so much so that we ate there on back to back weekends. We did make reservations roughly a week in advance for both, and one was a late lunch, and the other an early dinner. This place is popular! The decor is fantastic, really fun with ceiling decor, beautiful dishware, and plants everywhere. The service is also wonderful, great hospitality, explanations, and happy smiles, without checking in so much and just letting us enjoy our meal. The food is beautiful with a full menu with sizes, descriptors, and plenty of options even for dietary restrictions/preferences. This place elevates Vietnamese cuisine to have a place alongside the many other trendy SE Asian restaurants in PDX, and goes a bit above in both dining experience and dish-complexity wise than the classic-but-still-very-much-loved bowl of pho. Calamansi and frog legs. In the US. In PDX. We were very happy campers. read more

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For the price, it wasn't worth it. Don't get me wrong, the food was good but not worth the NYT hype or the price, plus we didn't see any Vietnamese people dining there, just white folks so that should tell you about the taste palette. read more

Edit: Reduced to 2 stars because both my husband and I got diarrhea after the meal. Amazing "almost" authentic Hà Nội cuisine. Bún Chả is definitely on point. The sauce is nicely seasoned, the meat patty is delicious and flavorful. Bún Cá brings a light feeling, it would go well for a light meal without the stuffy feeling from the meat. I wish the rau muống xào tỏi portion could be bigger because it is absolutely killing! Indoor decoration brings some nostagia and cozy feeling. Lastly, the staff is super helpful when explaining about the dishes and recommendations. Absolutely love this place! read more

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Delicious food! We did not make a reservation, but arrived 15 minutes before opening to secure a walk-in spot for two! After a few walk-in's, they started declining people, so best to make a reservation. Interior is very cute and the service was great. For the food, all the savory dishes were great! Loved to sauces and the noodles. The pickled morning glory was a lot for two people so I'd recommend the stir fry one for two. Dessert was average - I felt like it would've been nice with fruit in it! Next time, I'd skip it. read more

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I am being very generous with this rating, because I WANT to see a Portland Viet restaurant succeed, especially with the recent notoriety they gained from making it onto the New York Times 50 best restaurants in the U.S. Ordered the Bún Chả Hà Nội, their MAIN specialty dish, and the broth was very good. Light, sweet, and savory. But the pork patties needed a longer cook time because we kept biting into them and finding undercooked pink parts. The pork belly was cooked well, crispy without being too burnt. The side of veggies and herbs was 90% lettuce. I was left wanting more aromatic herbs overall, specifically the banana leaf spirals. The noodles are hand made which is great, but they are given too much water so they become too soft for what this dish requires (lots of broken pieces). Phở cuốn: 1 out of 5. Why is the beef sooo salty. And then serve it on top of the nước mắm?? I would pass on this small dish until they resolve this issue. The decor is very beautiful with a variety of seating types. I get the appeal. The flavors are strong enough in combo with flattering presentation for them to be on par to what I imagine NYT looks for. The incredibly detailed descriptions about the history of the dishes (it reads like a textbook) near the back of the menu further reinforces the type of customers this restaurant is catering to: outsiders to Vietnam and Vietnamese food culture. There was much to be desired from the service, especially for it being a swanky Viet restaurant in the Central Eastside. Food took a while to get to our table. Definitely reserve a table ahead of time--I imagine the wait times will only get longer after making the NYT 2025 list. read more

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I have been to The Paper Bridge three times in the month of January! Before this month, I had never heard of it. I just love the food that I've eaten here! I mentioned in my previous review, that although the food was great, it was lacking in attentive service. Today, the service was superb! The hot floating flower tea was delicious. I am sure I will be back! read more

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You can tell how popular a place is by how early a line begins to form prior to opening and we were lucky to get there 10 min before to snag a spot. They absolutely make space for walk ins when they could easily be reservation only. The staff were so SO kind and took their time to help us navigate their extensive menu and made helpful suggestions. We got the fritters (fluffy, buttery and addicting), the beef lettuce rice noodle wraps, Bun Cha Ha Noi and the stuffed rice balls. Everything was flavorful and introduced us to the popular Vietnamese herbs in the bun cha Ha Noi that we have never tried before. We can't wait to come back and try the duck leg pho and their extensive rice wine list. Thank you for such a great experience. (Pardon the quick snap shot, the fritters were too dang good) read more

The Paper Bridge - Vietnamese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

We ordered the bun cha Ha Noi since it's their most popular dish and cha ca la vong since my wife and I love that dish from our travels to Ha Noi. Food: 4/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Service: 4/5 Value: 3/5 We heard about this place from the hype from the NYT article and at this time of review, the restaurant has gotten super busy so expect long wait times and needing to make reservations days in advance. Overall, I'd say the food shares similar flavors to the taste and flavors in Vietnam, especially the bun cha. The taste closely mimics to what I'd get from walking into a food stall in the streets of Vietnam. This is with ingredients that won't be the same as what you can get in Asia. The restaurant does make it more of an elevated experience, with a elevated prices. For me, I'll come back when I'm craving the flavors, but won't be a regular. Staff were kind, but service was just okay. But we can cut them some slack for being busy. Overall it's really a 3.75 for me, but round up to 4! read more

The Paper Bridge - Bun Cha Ha Noi - Vietnamese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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OMG, this place is amazing! First, it focuses on Northern Vietnamese cuisine, so you will find things on the menu that you will not likely find in any other Vietnamese place you frequent! While I love a good Vietnamese soup and banh mi, this place really opened up my eyes to the vast history and culture of Vietnamese cuisine! Dietary restrictions? No problem! The staff are fully versed in what's in their food, and items are marked as GF and/or vegan where applicable. Not sure how to interpret the names of the Vietnamese dishes? There's a more detailed menu in the back of the menu booklet that explains exactly what the dish is, how it is prepared, and sometimes, the origin story! This place is inclusive of both seasoned aficionados of Vietnamese cuisine and those who have no familiarity! Service is friendly, price is about average for this area of PDX, portions are reasonable but probably not generous enough to produce leftovers for the average person, food quality is totally worth it! Come for a casual dinner or save it for a special occasion! read more

The Paper Bridge - Stuffed tofu - Vietnamese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Long story short, the food here is good, but it's not worth the hype or the effort to book a table as they suggest you. Other than being overpriced, it literally has no difference compared to every Vietnamese restaurant I've been to in sad suburban Seattle. Staff were friendly and helpful, shoutout to the girl with the Kuromi tattoo on her arm. And now I'll tell you why I'm kinda disappointed. We booked a table for 7 pm. When we got there, literally no one acknowledged us for a good five minutes. If I were an introvert and went there by myself, oh boy, I can't imagine. We were just standing there awkwardly, trying not to make eye contact with other diners. I'm very aware of the "wait to be seated" rule, but all I needed was someone to drop a quick "I'll be right with you." Luckily, we were not the only group being treated like this. So you see, when a place suggests booking a table beforehand, I naturally have higher expectations. And if things don't go as expected, I end up feeling that "ah, kinda disappointed." And this disappointment could've been totally avoided. We ordered lime snow, egg coffee, sautéed morning glory with garlic three ways, Dungeness crab spring rolls, beef pho, and five-color sticky rice. Highest score is 5 stars. Lime snow: Refreshing, citrusy, and slightly creamy, with a touch of lemongrass scent (I think). Egg coffee: Compared to my only egg coffee experience from Café Giang in Hanoi, this one was less eggy (which is good for me because I don't like eggy flavors) and more chocolatey. Creamy and silky, almost tastes like a dessert. Dungeness crab spring rolls: Good, just like regular spring rolls but with thinner wrappers and extra umami flavor. .5 Pho Nam Dinh: The pho itself was slightly overcooked to my liking, a bit too soft. The broth was light yet flavorful and sliced beef was tender. .8 Five-color sticky rice: My partner had the vegan one, and I didn't try it, he gave a I'll be honest, if this place were just like any other Vietnamese restaurant in town, I'd easily give it 4 stars. But after having high expectations and waiting 20 minutes between appetizers (spring rolls and morning glory were served at 7:43 pm) and main dishes (pho and sticky rice were served at 8:03 pm), my patience and good impression of the restaurant slowly faded. It's like swiping right on someone who claims they are "finance trust fund six five blue eyes," but it turns out they work at Morgan Stanley as a doorman, are 65 years old, and have blue eyes because someone punched them. I'm not trying to job/age/gender or whatever shaming whoever here, this is just a metaphor so you'll understand better. And please, can we skip the reading part and bring the actual photos to the menu? The lighting wasn't even good for reading. Finally, if you're not the type of person that wash your hair/shower/change your clothes every day, you may want to plan your visit accordingly, because I smell like I've spent 6 hours in the oily kitchen when I left the restaurant, from my hair to my jacket, I can't stand that. If read more

Paper bridge has traditional northern style cuisine which is difficult to find and also done right - paper bridge does it right! We got Bun Cha Hanoi and Bun Ca for lunch (our two fav nothern dishes too!). We didn't have a revservation but was able to get in relatively easily (10 min ish). Overall the service was really kind and attentive - recognized I was super hungry and did their best to have our lunch out asap! That's probably the only down side but 1000% my fault, and not theirs. In general I don't feel like viet food should take a lengthy amount of time to serve but this is more upscale viet I'd say? The spot was decorated with viet signs, city names, and fun street items that remind me of me the wait tho was ok since I don't typically cook northern at home so worth the wait, just don't show up super hungry bc it'll take a bit of time to come out. read more

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Great flavor and beautiful presentation of Northern Viet food. The menu is well curated and details the history and concept behind each dish. I highly recommend the bun cha Ha Noi. It's so light yet also an explosion of flavor. The drinks are pretty good too! read more

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I was having a bad day and decided to treat myself to dinner at one of the restaurants in my "Must Visit Soon" Yelp collection. The Paper Bridge has been at the top of my list, and I'm a little saddened I didn't go sooner. This place is amazing and has probably become one of my all-time favorites. From the moment you enter The Paper Bridge, you get a sense you're in for something special. There's so much attention to detail in everything from the decor to their amazingly designed menu. This restaurant really is a feast for the eyes. There is an extensive collection of dishes on the menu. As guests peruse the menu, they'll find a brief mention of each dish and its major attributes. However, I love that the restaurant offers diners a much more extensive description of each dish in the back of the menu should they desire more info. The Paper Bridge offers an impressive selection of seating arrangements. Their main dining room is classic 4 top tables, as well as seating at the bar, and bench seating around the perimeter of the room. There is an adjoining room with cafe-style seating in bamboo chairs, and a special little nook with street vendor plastic chair seating. Now that's a touch of authenticity I loved seeing! I labored over my selection, but eventually decided to order the pho vit cao bang (roasted duck with smoked pork and crispy pork belly) and I couldn't be happier with the outcome. The noodles were lovely, the broth had a beautiful depth of flavor, the pork was crispy and tender and juicy in all of the perfect ways it should be. The mountain style hot chili sauce that came with the dish added the perfect amount of heat and flavor. I'm in love! I'll definitely be returning to The Paper Bridge as often as I can so I can work through their extensive menu. The staff are friendly, the decor is top notch, and their food is absolutely delish. What's not to love? read more

The Paper Bridge - This place is amazing! - Vietnamese Near Me - Portland, Oregon

One of the more unique food experiences we've encountered. Not your average Americanized-Thai restaurant offerings. My best suggestion is to go to the back of the menu - there are a couple of pages of food explanations and descriptions that will help you with any questions you may have, then dig in. It's spendy but well worth the visit. read more

We went here on a Sunday afternoon and were glad to make a reservation in advance. The place was fully occupied. The decor and ambiance were quite colorful and nice, with the Vietnamese cultural theme. We got a mix of vegan, vegetarian & non-vegetarian dishes. It was nice to learn the differences in the North & South Vietnamese cuisine. It was a bit disappointing that there wasn't a big selection of vegan/vegetarian options. The dishes were flavorful and different than I was usually expecting. It was nice to try a few new dishes. The portion sizes for everything was perfect for sharing family style. They weren't too big to take much as left overs.The service was very nice. read more

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A very unique Vietnamese spot in a city full of good Vietnamese food! I loved that they specialized in Hanoi based cuisine. I tried their puffed pho noodles, west lake style pho noodle rolls, and the bun cha ha noi. The puffed pho noodles and west lake style pho noodle rolls were good but not something I would rave home about. My favorite item though was the bun cha ha noi the flavor was so good and refreshing! While the food was good I would say it was a tad overhyped. The service was a bit slow even though the space wasn't too crowded. Also you need to book way in advance otherwise you'll be waiting a long time for a spot. Yes I know that staffing is difficult with restaurants but I definitely needed a little more "wow" before I can give 5 stars. read more

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i went here with my son and daughter-in-law and we took the kids table because that was what was available. When the food started coming you forgot how comfortable you were or weren't because the food was absolutely sublime. And the nook happened to be sheltered so i may request the same table again. The grilled oysters and the crab spring rolls delicious starters. The soup with the noodles and seafood was perfectly seasoned and the last dish with pork and lettuce and fresh spices was unimaginably good with flavors bursting on the tongue like fine wine. i loved the different lanterns and decorations that danced on the ceiling and the yellow walls felt happy. I am from boston and have had lots of vietnamese food and i don't think i had anything this good. read more