Review: Noble Rot 2.0
Noble Rot: Korean Style Beef Short Rib SaamNoble Rot has a somewhat confusing pedigree. As I understand, it was originally started by chef Leather Storrs, and received positive reviews, including from...
View ArticleReview: El Gaucho Steakhouse
El Gaucho Black CodTo many, El Gaucho epitomizes what a steakhouse should be. It feels sophisticated. The atmosphere is formal, the lighting dim and romantic, and lots of dark wood provides a backdrop...
View ArticleReview: Morton’s The Steakhouse
I hadn’t been to Morton’s in at least eight years when I pulled up to the valet a few weeks ago. The last time my experience had been pretty good. On this warm Thursday evening, I was expecting a meal...
View ArticleReview: Yakuza Restaurant
By Bruce BauerThere are times when I’ve gone to a restaurant and had an incredible experience, but for various reasons, I didn’t make it back. Such was the case with Yakuza Lounge on Portland’s...
View ArticleReview: Andina Restaurant in Portland
Bar Area2017: this restaurant has tobogganed downhill since my original review was written. The food lacks the polish it used to have, and the prices have risen. The restaurant has been expanded over...
View ArticleReview: Olympia Provisions – Westside
Olympia ProvisionsA review of Olympia Provisions, By Roger PorterLike impatient readers who sneak a look at the last page of a novel, I have a tendency to scan the dessert selections on a menu before...
View ArticleReview: Ringside Steakhouse Portland
Ringside Steakhouse[updated 2017] Ringside Steakhouse was been closed, extensively remodeled and has reopened. I thought it was time to go back and take another look.In the early 90’s, I had my first...
View ArticleReview: Teardrop Cocktail Lounge
Teardrop LoungeJuly 2007. The mixed drink scene has changed quite a bit since this was written, but my overall feel about Teardrop Cocktail Lounge is unchanged.As I was doing research for this review...
View ArticleReview: Miss Delta
A review of Miss Delta in PortlandIf you’d like to skip past memories of my childhood, just scroll down – the review is clearly marked.Biscuits & fried chicken with gravyI’ve written before about...
View ArticleReview: East India Company
Review of East India Co. in Portland Oregon[updated 9.17. notes/hours]East India CompanyDowntown Portland is dotted with Indian restaurants and food carts. It has gotten to the point where, when making...
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