Welcoming guests with plates of piping hot delicacies, their aromas wafting in the breeze, Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine in Portland has been regaling guests with its nod to traditional and classic variations of authentic Thai food. Yet another gem under the belt of the talented Kasem Saengsawang, who owns two other similar establishments at different locations, the restaurant has been garnering rave reviews for its scrumptious Thai delights cooked to perfection. The interior is colorful, quirky and elegantly furnished, presenting walls adorned in funky and creative art which instantly snags attention. Offering a menu decked with an assortment of culinary treats, Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine aims to make guests feel comfortable as they are served by friendly and efficient staff. Sample delicious treats like chicken wings, crispy calamari, crab fried rice, BBQ Kai Yang, slow cooked beef curry, Tom Yum noodle soup, Thai fried rice, Pad Thai, spicy shrimp curry, and other equally delightful dishes. You can also pick from an assortment of ingeniously crafted cocktails or choose from a selection of wine to go with your meals.
This small taco shop may not look like much, but the food is a real treat. The restaurant is located in a popular neighborhood of Northeast Portland. Latino mural work, including a map of Mexico, covers the walls at this Mexican eatery. Eat at one of the few tables inside or on the sidewalk if the weather permits. When you try the Carne Asada Torta, it will be hard to sample other items, but try not to miss the scrumptious burritos on offer. The line to order may get long at dinner, so try calling ahead.
Many mornings, customers wait outside in chilly rain or mist for their tables here. Luckily, the awning area has heaters. And while breakfast here is worth the wait, it is made interesting by the offbeat clientele. Ordinary breakfast dishes are prepared in unexpected ways, pancakes with ginger or scrambled eggs and salmon. Try the Chorizo and Pepper Omelet with Brie and Tomato. There is a lunch menu, but breakfast is served all day and it is the specialty. The restaurant serves beer and wine and great Bloody Mary.
In the basement of a converted Old Portland-style home, Taste Tickler makes some of the best hoagies in the city. Interesting ideas like a chicken teriyaki sub are manifested behind the counter, and you will not be disappointed if you give one of these creations a try. Submarine sandwiches come in three lengths: seven inches, 10-inch and 14-inch. Ice cream is also dished up here, and it is the perfect way to complete your lunch. Seating is scarce, so order a sandwich to go and head up to Irving Park for a shaded midday retreat.
Chat over good food and music at this friendly neighborhood cafe. Tin Shed Garden cafe can boast of the most awesome breakfast experience in the neighborhood comprising of organic ingredients and free range eggs. Breakfast options include, sandwiches, scrambled eggs, salads, grits, and pancakes, while the kids' menu boasts some interesting names. Vegetarians and vegans also have lots to choose from. A spacious patio, live entertainment and pet-friendly policy makes Tin Shed even more appealing. It is also dog friendly and has a doggie menu as well. Wednesday nights are doggie nights where your pooch will get a free meal after 6:00p! Weekends tend to get crowded, so plan accordingly.
On the edge of the swiftly developing Eastside Riverfront District, you'll find Bocci's on 7th, a popular Italian restaurant that caters mainly to the business lunch crowd. Enjoy the free WiFi and electrical outlets at each table. Beer and wine are served along with large portions of Italian fare and their specialty burgers and sandwiches inside the newly remodeled restaurant or on their large, shaded porch. Freelancers and students can be found here, enjoying the nice weather with an adult beverage all summer long. Breakfast is also served, specializing in giant 3-egg omelets and other traditional American fare in vast quantities.