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    The Paper Bridge

    4.2 (211 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 2:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Katherine W.

    Restaurant is so cute. On the small side but ambiance is nice. The food was fantastic!! We ordered quite a bit and the stand outs for me were the bahn mi with liver patè, and the beef pho. This one was served with a rich broth, tender beef, and tons of fresh herbs. The hot sauce is hot and added a nice punch! The crab spring rolls and morning glory with garlic was not to be overlooked. Everything we ate was delicious! The only thing I may skip if I went back was the fried rice cakes. They were good, but they're sat in the sauce so it takes away some of the crunch. Outside of that the flavor was there. The Vietnamese coffee martini is a must order.

    Sean H.

    Been looking forward to trying this place for a while, and it did not disappoint! We booked on Resy about a month out since we were planning a Portland trip. The overall vibe was immaculate. Very beautiful decorated, with one side of the restaurant a more modern style, and the other side a play on Vietnam street food atmosphere. It was nice to see the duality of northern Vietnam. We started with the crab egg rolls and skewers. They came out pretty quickly and tasted incredible. Then we had the pho with duck and roasted pork. So good. Broth was light, flavorful, and the proteins were delicious. Roast pork was crispy, just how I like. And we of course had to get the bun cha Ha Noi. Very good as well. Each component of the dish was good on its own but exceptional together. It gets busy so definitely get a reservation. Would 100% come back.

    Stephanie D.

    I first heard about this restaurant after seeing it featured in The New York Times, so naturally my expectations were pretty high. When I initially stopped by, I was told reservations were required, which was a surprise since I've never had to make reservations for a Vietnamese restaurant before. The next available reservation wasn't for a few weeks, which only added to the anticipation. Unfortunately, the experience didn't quite live up to the hype for me. We ordered one of the monthly specials, the Nam Nuong Pho Gam Cau. The portion was quite small for the price, and when the dish first arrived, there were pieces of plastic in it. To their credit, the staff immediately took it back and prepared a new one, which we appreciated. Having grown up with access to a wide variety of Vietnamese restaurants, I came in with high expectations. Unfortunately, I found many of the dishes lacking the depth of flavor I was hoping for. The pho in particular was underwhelming, and I was surprised that hoisin sauce wasn't available, as it's something I personally enjoy using as a dipping sauce for the meats. That said, not everything missed the mark. The Nom Sach Bo Trai Va and Bun Cha Ha Noi were enjoyable. The standout dishes were the desserts. Both the Che Bo and Banh Chuoi Hap were delicious and ended up being the highlight of the meal! Overall, I don't see myself returning anytime soon. Between the reservation wait, the small portion sizes relative to the cost, and flavors that didn't meet my expectations, the experience didn't justify the anticipation for me. While I can appreciate the creativity of the menu and understand why it has received attention, it ultimately wasn't a place I felt offered enough value to return back.

    Lauren N.

    Went again! Tried new and same dishes. All amazing. Thoughtful and helpful staff. Well done!

    Egg coffee and black tea with lychee and basil seed. Both are good
    Yuli L.

    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.

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    Leif B.

    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!

    Tyler K.

    If you're a fan of Vietnamese food, this is a MUST while in Portland. Flavors are unapologetically fishy, spicy and servers are gracious and let you take your time with a menu that can be quite daunting! Cannot recommend enough.

    Ga Rang Muoi
    Quang L.

    Started off with Hau Nuong Mo Hanh. You get the richness from the scallion oil, texture from the fried shallots and freshness from the oysters--easily one of their top dishes. Only downside is that the oysters are pretty small. Next was Pho Cuon Tay Ho. Meat was a bit dry and the rice roll is a bit too thick for me, personally. Sauce could've enhanced the dish but tasted like your typical hoisin. Bun Cha was really good too. Pork had the perfect ratio of lean and fat and fish sauce really helped cut through the richness, pretty flavorful and authentic to Northern Viet style. Also, the amount of noodles and herbs were on point. The Ga Rang Muoi was also really good too. This spot does a great fry on the chicken, crispy on the outside but still tender and juicy inside. It's in between a wet and dry batter, but seasoning was perfect on the batter. The sauces went well with the chicken too since they give you a bit of everything. One thing to be aware of: the chicken has a lot of bones. Overall, this joint has authentic Northern Viet food and most dishes were smacking, would definitely come again. Service was pretty good and attentive. Inside vibes are reminiscent of Vietnam, with the table and chairs.

    Tully B.

    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!

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    Vince P.

    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!

    Nam Dinh Pho
    Melissa L.

    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.

    Juicy meats
    Anthony C.

    This is the type of Vietnamese food I haven't had before because usually you only hear and eat Pho and then I also read that this is one of the top 50 places in the United States of America? Maybe I'm in accurate with my numbering but I can see why we chose a pork I assuming which was really juicy was like three different styles one was ground one was lean, and then the other one was just fat and all of them were good and the ground beef were really soaked in all that juicy flavor from the broth. It was a little sour, but it's sweet at the same time, so it was an overpowering one another. I really wanna go back here and try some other dishes.

    Kate s.

    There's much to admire at The Paper Bridge, a rare spot in Portland dedicated to the nuanced, herb-forward cooking of Northern Vietnam. On a recent visit, the kitchen delivered dish after dish of genuine character. The Sautéed Morning Glory arrived garlicky and wok-charred, still clinging to its crisp snap. The clams swam in a fragrant, peppery broth that begged to be sopped up with the impossibly long, airy fritter (quẩy) --a textural triumph. The Mai Dich Bun Cá, a turmeric-tinted noodle soup from Hanoi's outskirts, was a revelation: light, tangy, and brimming with fresh dill. Even the Vegan Roll, often an afterthought elsewhere, sang with mint and crunchy vegetables. And the Vietnamese Banana Cake, warm and caramelized, provided a gentle, sweet finale. So why only four stars? The service. Our wait person was noticeably short and impatient-rushing orders, brushing off questions, and making the meal feel transactional rather than welcoming. In a city and cuisine that thrive on hospitality, this dissonance stung. The food is worthy of a pilgrimage. Just brace yourself for a front-of-house experience that doesn't match the kitchen's warmth.

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