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    Xiao Ye

    4.4 (135 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Malaysian-style coffee bun
    Jim H.

    This is such a cute place. Aesthetically it was so comfortable and welcoming. Note of caution, parking is rough in this area, so plan ahead. I was greeted promptly after arriving and sat quickly (I had made, and recommend a reservation. The space isn't huge and it was consistently full when we went). The service was amazing. Both quick and friendly. We asked several questions about the menu and the staff was obviously very knowledgeable of their offerings. The food was fantastic. Even the orange juice was so great, we ordered another glass! What stood out to me is they had a few traditional offerings, some non traditional and a few traditional with a twist (lookin at you pancake!). All more delicious than the next. The only thing we ordered that we thought was underwhelming was the breakfast Sando. While there were a few standouts the biscuits were the stars. After this brunch visit, I'd really like to visit for dinner. I recommend trying Xiao ye. While not the best brunch in Portland, certainly a great experience with some unique dishes and fantastic service.

    Green chimichurri steak fries
    Consuelo J.

    Loved this place--we had just flown in for a family wedding and I saw this place on Reels. They undersold hoe good everything was, loved all the combinations--the cocktails were great as well but the standouts to me were the Khao Soi with Radiatori noodles and the mini ' madelines with black seasame and jalapeño. The place was warm and inviting and the wait staff were lovely and helpful. Can't wait to stop by this place again and try the dishes we didn't get.

    Charlie T.

    This is our second time here and we had dinner this time rather than brunch. The items ordered during dinner were wonderful and its good to go with a few other people so you can order more and share. I thought that the Khao Soi Radiatori was very well made as well as the fried taro puffs, chilled asparagus, and you can't forget their mini madeleines.

    Cathy S.

    The hype is real for this restaurant! Everything was so intentional from the decor to the food. It truly brought a sense of nostalgia as a first generation Asian American myself! I feel seen. They really nailed the balance between traditional and modern in so many ways. There were limited street parking but they did have a small lot in the back with just a few spots. We had reservation on a Saturday and were seated right away. The space had many table arrangements for small and big groups. Service was so friendly and our server was so patient with us as we kept ordering more food haha. The yellow, blue, and the wicker inspired chairs transported us to a new yet familiar place. I have no doubt their cinnamon roll and pancakes are delicious but we came for the specialties that we usually can't get anywhere else. We shared everything family-style. The Breakfast Sando with sausage (seasoned with Chinese five spice and others) somehow tasted like a chinese crepe to me and was so comforting! The egg was perfectly runny with the soy sauce but unfortunately our Kaya Brick Toast was a little burnt. Everything that morning felt a little overdone so maybe the oven was running hotter that day? The Malaysian Style Coffee Bun had a lovely hint of coffee in a pineapple bun style. But I think both our favorite was the Biscuit By the Each with Chinese sausage. It came hot straight out of the oven and super crispy and savory. Overall it was such a wonderful experience and I hope everyone gets the chance to eat here and support this local business showcasing this modernized cuisine! Make that reservation now!

    Portage condiments came in small saucers
    Yuli L.

    My husband saw Xiao Ye served Taiwanese-style rice porridge (Joh) and thought I would either be happy to give it a try or thrilled to complain. As a Taiwanese person, I must say I was intrigued. So we made a reservation in a Saturday morning. When we arrived, I was happy to see the restaurant was open, clean and whimsically decorated. We were seated at the counter so we got to see all the action in the kitchen, which is always fun. Our server was very friendly, and made a few recommendations like the Avocado Toast and pancakes. However, since I had joh (porridge) on my mind, we ordered that and the Singapore Kaya Brick Toast instead. We also ordered an iced matcha latte and a cold brew. The drinks were both good and we throughly enjoyed them. However, we are a bit disappointed with our food and here is why: - The Kaya Brick toast: My husband thought the toast was good, but thought it was a bit burnt and dry. He also wish there were some fruit and/or more pandan flavor. -Taiwanese rice porridge: As a Taiwanese native, I was looking forward to the joh because I soldom see it on menus in the United States. Unfortunately, I was a bit disappointed when I received it. For starters, the texture was creamy and thick, while Taiwanese porridge is supposed to be light with bloomed and plumped rice floating in it. The side dishes came in small containers and none of them seem to be made in-house. The condiments were all of the same ones commonly found in Chinese super markets. I know, because I have all of the same canned condiments in my kitchen. Because the porridge seems to be a house speciality at Xiao Ye, I was hoping for more special/harder to find side dishes such as preserved radish omelet, poached egg, and/or stir-fried greens. Or if they were going to stick to the classics like bamboo shoots, fried gluten, and pickles, that they would have made some of them in house. We saw people ordering other brunch dishes and thought they looked really good. I guess we should have listened to our server's recommendations. Overall, we liked Xiao Ye but felt a bit underwhalmed with what we ordered. We plan to come back and try their dinner menu sometime, to give it another chance.

    The cured meat was heavenly
    Andrew A.

    They recently started offering brunch on weekends and it's a winner! The place was packed. Start with a good value moist cheddar and sausage biscuit. The tall sando has much going for it, a crowd favorite. The rice porridge is worth a try if you want to get out of your comfort zone. It's the toppings that make it, especially the fermented tofu. The unique pandan-coconut sparkler was perfect for Summer. We finished the meal with moist delicious grilled banana bread. A side of crème fresh or similar would take it up a notch. The visually appealing cheesy eggs is a future must order. ONE SUGGESTION: Elevate your hot sauce offerings from boring and dated Tabasco and Cholula to match the creativity of your offerings. Service was very friendly.

    Kaya Brick Toast
    Gretchen G.

    There is a reason people are talking about Xiao Ye brunch! The menu is small but big enough. If you're curious about the Kaya Brick Toast it is worth trying. It's rich while being slightly salty sweet. Open kitchen, well lit and comfortable. Excellent service but parking can be tricky. They take reservations!

    Taco Dorados (delicious!!)
    Hee Y.

    We made a reservation a few days in advance for dinner on Wednesday at 5pm. There were no other time slots available between 5 and 7:45pm. Everything we ate was delicious, including Shishitos & Green Beans (savory, a touch spicy), Taco Dorados, Big Bean Panzanella, Macaroni Al Tartufo & sample of sorbet & gelato. We told our waiter that we're vegetarian and she marked up which items are vegetarian and which could be substituted. By the time we left, it was a packed restaurant! Parking - we found free 2 hr street parking a few streets away. There's a parking lot that only opens after 6pm.

    Axel B.

    Had a really lovely dinner at Xiao Ye, a first-generation American spot with creative dishes that are perfect for sharing. We started with a few small plates: the mini madeleines, tacos dorados, and the pears and beef tartare. The appetizers were the real standouts of the night. Each dish felt unique in flavor and presentation, and it was fun trying such different combinations. Everything was thoughtfully prepared and great for sharing with the table. For mains, we ordered the "khao soi" radiatori and the three cup chicken. The radiatori was our favorite entrée by far. It beautifully blended the familiar, comforting flavors of khao soi with the texture and shape of an Italian pasta, making it both creative and satisfying. It's the kind of fusion dish that really works. The three cup chicken was decent, but a bit underwhelming compared to the other dishes and slightly saltier than we prefer, so it wouldn't be a must-order for us next time. Service was warm and attentive throughout the meal, and the ambiance felt cozy yet modern; perfect for a relaxed dinner with friends or a casual date night. Overall, a great dining experience with especially memorable small plates and creative flavors.

    Leeks- felt French and fancy eating these savory morsels
    Jeanie N.

    Came her last night with a group of 7! To be able to have a great dining spot in the city with a parking lot and open on a Monday is a trifecta! With a group this size, we ordered most of the menu and for a family style restaurant, this was a win. We started with little bites with Madelines which were nice and savory but warning they are teensy. The taro puffs were okay they tasted a bit flat compared to the rest of the dishes. The tacos dorados were a winner, the potato was nice and filling. We got both pastas and we were scraping the plate. The noodle texture was perfectly bouncy and picked up the sauces well. The Khao Soi was the favorite but loved the pesto too with the crunchy peas. The three cup chicken is also a must. The savory flavors and crispness of the chicken and the mushrooms with the sauce are so balanced on a bed of rice. Finally, the steak frites were delicious, the smokiness of steak sliced just right to pickup the salty chimichurri rivals a steakhouse.

    Big bean panzanella - came in a pool of olive oil.
    Ariel W.

    I thought this place would be a home run given the great reviews but based on the dishes we ordered it was pretty much a strike out in my opinion . We ordered the pears and tartare, moneybag dumplings, Napa cabbage wedge salad, big bean panzenella and the strangolapreti en pozole. The tartare: the dish was overwhelmingly saturated in sesame oil, which took over dish. The pears were cut up in huge awkward chunks which did not make a lot of sense. The dish was mostly pears and sesame oil. The beef appeared to be a garnish rather than the main feature. Moneybag dumplings: this was a special for dumpling week. We got 3 Xiao long bao style pork dumplings for $14. They were good but at ~ $5 a dumpling they should be fucking amazing. Napa cabbage wedge salad: the menu says it comes lightly grilled, which it did but it had an overwhelming smokey flavor that reminded me of a strong mescal. Overall ok. Big bean panzanella: not a fan of this dish because it literally came in a huge pool of olive oil. Way too much olive oil. The strangolapreti: this is supposed to be a type of Italian dumpling made from leftover stale bread, which I've never had before so I don't have anything to compare it to. In this case the dumplings were very dense and not very flavorful at all. I do remember the pork cheeks being good but overall dish was pretty small and underwhelming for $30. The only reason I am giving 3 stars is for the service and atmosphere, however I cannot recommend the food.

    Taro puffs
    Zainab F.

    For a medium group (about 6 people) it was really easy to make a reservation and it was great they let us take our time for our party to trickle in while seated. The plates were shareable but small so if you're coming here with more than 3 people would likely need two of each dish. They were all delicious - my favorites were the fried taro puffs (so warm and rich), tacos (we were absolutely shocked it was vegetarian), and khao soi radiatori (omg, everything about this was so flavorful and the pasta was perfectly cooked - if I had to order only one dish here I would get this). The vibe inside was both relaxed and slightly upscale so great for a birthday or special occasion. They were so sweet and brought out a free lychee sorbet with a candle for my birthday! Our first server was really nice. There is a $6/per person charge if you bring in a cake fyi. Some of us thought the place was a bit pricy for what was offered, but it was still delicious and I would come back!

    casarecce pasta
    Camellia L.

    Food with very interesting twists! Service was a bit slow but the space was very cute and the mini madeleines & khao soi pasta were worth the hype. They were absolutely delicious and I still think about the dishes months later! I personally would not recommend the chicken liver mousse - it felt like they tried way too hard to suppress the liver flavor by adding vinegar to the pickled onions and making the bread it came on sweet. Because of this, the dish felt unbalanced and the flavors were in direct competition with each other. The casarecce pasta was just mid - wasn't bad but you couldn't really taste the pork short ribs, just the truffles and mushrooms. TBH it tasted like any other truffle pasta. PS: If it's your birthday they give you a free blood orange / grapefruit sorbet (which was delicious - not too sweet and very refreshing)

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    I absolutely love Gabbiano's. The service is always great and the food is always in point…read more I had the Caesar of course which is always yummy. The chicken Parmesan, they had agnolotti on when I went which was delicious, and spaghetti and meatballs. We always get the fried mozzarella. It's so good. Also have to start with the house made bread with vinegar and oil. It's such solid food I keep going back. The tiramisu is always a must here. The drinks are delicious and it's such a cute space. I recommend it to everyone who asks where they should go eat! Can't wait to go back.

    Gabiano's is Italian done right…read more First things first: order the fried mozzarella balls. Non-negotiable. I've worked my way through a good portion of the menu over the years, I have a few friends that love love coming here and for good reason! They do not take reservations so be sure to get here when they open to get a good seat if you're coming with more than a party of 4. And while the chicken parm wasn't my favorite, literally every pasta dish I've had has been excellent. Also the penne cotta? Wow. The wild mushroom ragu is rich! My personal favorite is the squid ink pasta with scallops - I've ordered this one a few times and it always slaps. Don't skip the focaccia. The bread with their olive oil is simple but truly unforgettable. The cocktails are consistently great, the atmosphere feels on brand without feeling stuffy like olive garden, and it's perfect for a date night, anniversary dinner, or catching up with friends. Portland has a lot of Italian restaurants, but Gabiano's remains one of my favorites.

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    Wilder

    4.3
    (265 reviews)
    2.0 mi
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    Wow! Been sleeping on this place. Everyone that worked there was a delight and seemed to work…read moreeffortlessly together. Special shout out to the kitchen staff for big multitasking energy: watching the game, closing out the place, and firing out some amazing food. Wilder's near-close happy hour offerings were both tasty and generous. Cocktails featured offerings from local distillers that yielded complex flavors but nothing that was "trying too hard" to be artisanal. Also Made my date's night that they were using polenta as a bun.

    Fiance and I decided to celebrate our 8 year anniversary at Wilder because we saw Steak Tartare on…read moretheir menu and knew we had to come try it! We walked in at about 6:30pm on a Wednesday night and was kind of greeted by one of the servers. She wasn't too friendly and seemed to be irritated that we said we'd wait for a table as opposed to sitting at the bar. Once seated, that same server came over to try to take our orders and once again seemed irritated that we weren't ready to order. Luckily, another server took over from there and we had a pleasant anniversary meal the rest of the time! Here's everything we tried: Devilish Eggs - This came with 4 deviled eggs and was just okay. The crispy bacon pieces was the best part of this dish! Steak Tartare - This was the main reason we chose this restaurant and we were definitely not disappointed! We spent our first anniversary together in Europe and had so much tartare and this really brought back some wonderful memories for us. The tartare was rich and mustardy, beef flavor was great, and it sort of just melted in your mouth. The crispy chips paired well with the tartare and I can't wait to come back and have this again! Mussels - This was a big bowl of mussels in a white wine garlic sauce with toasted baguettes. Mussels tasted fresh and garlicky with just a bit of funk from whatever cheese they grated on top. The toasted baguettes were so good dipped into that white wine broth. I wish this dish came with skinny fries but it was also so good as is. Would definitely order this again! Field Greens - I asked for this to come out with my meal but it came out about 10 minutes before the entrees came out. It was very light and refreshing. I saved half to have with my meal but most of it was wilted already by the time our mains came out. But it's okay! The fried chicken actually had a small portion of this salad on its plate. I wouldn't have ordered this had I known, so next time will skip the side salad altogether! Fried chicken - I really wanted to like this dish but alas, fried chicken breast is very hard to make juicy. I definitely prefer dark meat because that's harder to mess up. My partner enjoyed it but he doesn't mind dry chicken. The sauces were phenomenal! That mustard sauce was great and the sweet glaze was delicious! The potatoes would have been a lot better if they were smaller to get more of that crust to creamy potato ratio but still okay the way it was. My fiance cleaned this plate up! Brown Butter Cake - This cake was phenomenal! It's hard to mess anything with Brown Butter up so I had really high expectations for this and they certainly did not disappoint. The server was nice enough to throw candles on it since we were celebrating and it really ended our meal on the sweetest note! The restaurant itself is small and cozy. A bit dark and romantic. It really reminded me of the small bistros in France that we frequented while we were out there. We'll definitely be back to try other things on the menu!

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    NEPO 42

    3.9
    (356 reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    We visited a neighborhood restaurant. It has side street parking. They have outdoor seating and…read moreinside is inviting and warm atmosphere. We were quickly greeted and was sat down and water was brought to our table. They have an array of food choices to choose from and their daily specials on the blackboard. They have a lot of beer on taps. Plenty of seating at the bar. It is well lit for restaurant and bar serving food. Booths and tables seating arrangements. Service was quick and prompt. I ordered a Pub Burger and it was so humongous. The rustic bun was delicious. My medium rare burger was perfect. I could see the freshly made ingredients too. The lettuce and tomato and red onion was well received. My friend ordered a spinach and beet salad with grilled chicken. The plate was big enough to share. The grilled chicken was a good portion size and it was delicious. The chicken was delicious and juicy. This is a fun place to enjoy and eat. Service was very attentive. They made sure we were taken care of during the meal.

    My experience tonight was honestly very disappointing. The woman behind the bar had negative energy…read morefrom the start and the service reflected that. She took our menus without asking if we wanted anything else, which felt rushed and dismissive. We ordered cocktails and later noticed they had a drink with CBD and THC in it. When we tried to order one at the bar, she came to our table to tell us she couldn't serve it to us because we had already had a cocktail. That seemed extremely odd, especially since there was no explanation of that policy beforehand. I asked another bartender about it, and he said he would have ordered one for us and even agreed it was strange. That confirmed for me that the issue didn't seem to be policy, but the way she handled the situation. Based on the attitude and the inconsistent service we experienced, management seriously needs to address this. Staff representing a business should be welcoming and consistent, and unfortunately that was not the case tonight. If this is the level of service being provided, it's something ownership should take seriously.

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    4.3
    (2.2k reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    Everything Naughty (A scratch-made buttermilk biscuit covered with hickory-smoked bacon gravy or…read morerosemary-mushroom gravy, two potato cakes with sour cream and green onion, two scrambled eggs, and your choice of bacon, pork sausage patty, chicken-apple sausage link, or two vegan sausage patties) - I picked rosemary-mushroom gravy and chicken-apple sausage link... absolutely one of my favorites from this place... it's a perfect way to sample different things instead of ordering one thing! Biscuit itself was so soft and so tasty! Coated with amazing and drooling rosemary-mushroom gravy. The potato cakes itself were crispy and tasty with perfect amount of saltiness with a side of sour cream, even better with their homemade hot sauce! The chicken-apple sausage is my favorite... cooked to its charred and retained some juicy inside the sausage, very tasty with potato cakes and scrambled eggs cooked to its perfection. I can't even complain as I wiped the plate clean. Very filling for one big plate. The service was quick and very friendly... very accommodating to food dietary restrictions if needed and very attentive to the table. The vibes there were friendly and opening. Basically very chill like it is on the street. Great spot in this nice artsy neighborhood across from a cool shop, Frock.

    *3.5, rounded up*…read more Came for breakfast on Mother's Day with a reservation. Checked in ~5min early, and ended up waiting for ~15min past reservation time because the hostess did not let us know we had to check-in *again* when the person parking the car had made it to the restaurant. We ended up with what was, in my opinion, the worst table in the restaurant, after watching several parties of the same size seated at 'better' tables, all of which had arrived after the driver, who was there less than 2 min later (so still prior to scheduled time) after I was at the hostess stand, and we were seated waiting in direct view of the hostess. PLEASE be clear in your communication about this policy: it was neither clearly posted anywhere nor voiced - it wasn't a huge inconvenience, but I would have much preferred being sat in the main area. The restaurant areas are each different: the bar area itself is the least interesting: several seating booths and the bar, closest to the bathrooms. The main dining area has more seating, a fireplace and the self serve coffee bar - I LOVE this feature, and even saw a Wonderwood Springs mug. Shoutout to my favorite neighborhood merriment maker, Mike Bennett (if you haven't been there, go. Do the mini golf... but this review isn't about WW, so... moving on) We ordered a couple of adult beverages: the Bloody Mary was *fantastic* and I'm grateful to the server for suggesting to mix the two infused vodkas I was torn between. Hot peppered pickle was *chef's kiss* and gave me all the things I crave in a bloody: slice, twang, umami. The mix was the perfect consistency (nothing worse than a great tasting Bloody Mary that's too thick/thin), and it didn't get too watered down as breakfast went on. Baby Daddy's iced "Shed's on Fire" was... alright. The highlight was the espresso bean that he didn't even get because I stole it (Mother's Day... amirite?). I'm not sure if it was the 151 or if it's because I don't drink much anymore, but all I could taste was the alcohol, so I didn't feel it was very balanced - I would have preferred a more coffee forward taste, especially since our server said the iced version was made you cold brew. I had anticipated it being stronger in coffee flavor. I'm a sucker for anything crab, so when we were told the special was a crab cake Benedict, I was sold (so was my kiddo) - didn't really look at the rest of the menu, and if I'm honest, I'm kind of sad I didn't. It's not that the CCB was bad, but it was just alright/nothing to write home about. I couldn't tell if the crab used was Dungeness, fresh, or something from a can, there wasn't much flavor to the cake itself (it was honestly overpowered by the egg & hollandaise combination) and made me want to go home and try to make my own (Dungeness) cakes. The highlight of my breakfast was the grits, when they first came from the back: note to future me/the person reading this reciew: eat them first/fresh & hot- by the time I came back to them, they had cooled & congealed *sad panda* My son is a culinary student (has studied at Johnson & Wales) said the same thing about the cakes - lack of flavor, needs something additional, couldn't tell what type of crab was used, etc and was also disappointed. The highlight for him was the potato cakes, and I'm pretty sure he is going to try to replicate those at home now!! All in all, we weren't exactly disappointed in our Tin Shed visit, but I'm not sure it tops the list of our favorite Portland breakfast/brunch spots. I'm sure we'll come back, but next time I'll try something on menu and get a biscuit - those b*+ches looked dang amazing on everyone's plates as they walked out of the kitchen!!

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    Ox

    Ox

    4.4
    (1.5k reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$$

    Ox was the perfect place to spend our second Valentine's Day together. If you're celebrating a…read morespecial occasion, this is the spot! The meats here were incredible, and the complimentary soups served in the cutest little teacups was a thoughtful touch! We ordered a unique apple sliced salad topped w blue cheese, of course oysters, tartare, and my very first filet mignon! My partner at the time insisted we order it, and I'm so glad we did - it completely lived up to the hype. So tender and juicy! If you're visiting, don't skip this. The restaurant is intimate with limited seating, so be sure to make a reservation. The dim lighting creates the perfect date night atmosphere, and the aroma from the grill is intoxicating! Every detail made the evening feel special, and I'm so happy we got to spend it together here. Thank you to the staff for making the evening unforgettable!

    Service was consistently warm and friendly throughout two visits in the same week. The restaurant…read morehas an upscale yet relaxed atmosphere and I appreciated thoughtful touches like providing toothpicks in the restroom. On our first visit we had a reservation and were seated at a table. After ordering, patrons are served a complimentary leek soup in an espresso size cup. I wish it were on the menu because it is one of the best things I've ever tasted. The flavor is incredibly rich! We ordered the clam chowder, halibut, maple glazed carrots and tres leches cake. The clam chowder's presentation was nicely done but nothing special in taste. It came so highly recommended on Reddit and many other diners ordered it but neither my party nor I cared for it. The halibut was good but didn't stand out and the maple glazed carrots weren't to my taste. What completely won us over was the tres leches cake. It is one of the most delicious and most memorable desserts we've ever had. Every layer complemented the next perfectly creating an incredibly balanced dessert that wasn't overly sweet with different textures. We couldn't stop talking about it afterward. It was one of the reasons we decided to give the restaurant a second shot. After our meal I mentioned to our server that we weren't sure if we'd ordered the right dishes since we weren't thrilled with the food especially with how popular the restaurant is. He explained that it's primarily an Argentinian steakhouse and suggested returning to try the meat dishes. On our second visit we arrived at opening without a reservation. There was plenty of seating but since we didn't have a reservation we were seated at the bar. I didn't mind seated at the bar but the bar stools were extremely uncomfortable, almost torturous. Unfortunately, it was too hot to sit outside. Midway through dinner a machine, maybe a dishwasher, was turned on behind the bar. It was loud and the vibrations could be felt. This time we ordered the beet salad, cheese empanada, beef empanada, two filet mignons and the lamb shoulder. The beet salad was a disappointment. It consisted of large overly soft chunks of beets with what tasted like a basic grocery store salad dressing. For a restaurant of this caliber I expected more. Neither of us enjoyed the cheese empanada but we both liked the beef empanada. We also ordered two filet mignons cooked the same way. Both arrived more done than requested and one way more overcooked than the other. They were also on the salty side, though both were very tender. The lamb shoulder, which our server had already warned us about before we ordered, ended up being dry and tough. The chimichurri served alongside the savory dishes was also heavier on onions than I prefer. Overall, the service was excellent, and the complimentary leek soup and tres leches cake were truly outstanding. Unfortunately, despite two visits, the main dishes we ordered didn't live up to the restaurant's reputation for us.

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    Xiao Ye - newamerican - Updated July 2026

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