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5 Spots Tested: From Thai Red Flags to Aussie Brunch

📍 TANAKA 🥪 | YES! Spicy Chicken Sandwich That Wows in One Bite The Spicy Chicken sandwich (recommended by the staff) is a total winner! Stuffed with a thick fried chicken cutlet, it’s surprisingly non-greasy—the texture tastes like you’re eating “katsu don (fried pork cutlet rice bowl) dipped in spicy soy sauce.” They even snuck in shredded cabbage (originally for salads) for extra crunch and freshness, balancing the savory-spicy flavors perfectly. No post-meal heaviness here! Pro tip: The shop is small but serves food fast—great for grabbing a quick bite when you’re on the go. Pair it with a soda for the ultimate combo! 🌶️💨 📍 Lechon 🥘 | YES! South American Tapas Joy—Hit Happy Hour Hard This South American tapas spot lives up to the hype, and Happy Hour (before 5 PM, walk-in only) takes the value to another level. Not a single miss in our order: Fried Chicken 🐔: Topped with crispy corn kernels and a light honey glaze, served over basil custard sauce. Sweet, tangy, and salty—layers of flavor in every bite. We even wanted to lick the bones clean! Mushrooms with Runny Egg 🍳: Mushrooms oated in caramelized onion puree. Poke the runny egg on top, and mix the yolk with mushrooms and onion—creamy like a “fancy egg tart,” so delicious it’ll make you . Scallops & Octopus 🦞🐙: Scallops are tender and bouncy; the corn purée underneath is loaded with Parmesan, so rich and cheesy. The octopus is cut into small pieces—no more jaw fatigue from chewy octopus! Served with crispy potato cubes, ham bits, and green salsa to cut through oil. Perfect for sharing with friends—try more dishes without overspending! 🍻 📍 Hachi 🍱 | YES! Vegas-Famous Yakitori Now in Portland—Full Meal for $40 I’ve been obsessed with this yakitori izakaya since Vegas, and Portland’s new location doesn’t disappoint. The best part? Unbeatable value: dinner (yakitori + nigiri + snacks) plus tip only cost $40, with most items under $10—student-friendly too! Must-order list: Yakitori 🍢: Yuzu pepper chicken (fresh and zesty), plum pork (juicy and bursting with flavor), beef skirt steak (tender with no tough fibers)—one skewer after another, can’t stop! Fried Squid 🦑: Ultra-thin batter, crispy outside and tender inside. Dip in salt and pepper—no greasiness at all. Nigiri & Snacks 🍣: Salmon roe nigiri (generous roe, pops in your mouth—only tiny flaw: rice seasoning is so-so, but the roe shines). Dashi tofu (fried soft and fluffy)—great plain or soaked in sauce. Lunch Bonus 🥣: “Salmon loves Lemon Roll” (California roll + salmon slice + lemon cube)—extra refreshing. Yellowtail collar (medium size is huge, crispy skin and tender meat, perfect cook). Sukiyaki hot pot (small portion but rich sweet soy flavor—beef rolls wrapped in glass noodles are divine). 📍 Thai Peacock 🍲 | NO! Skip Even for the Low Price—Racist Service Ruins Everything Sure, it has perks: “huge portions” and a “$7 salad bigger than your palm” (topped with peanut thick sauce, very authentic Thai). But SKIP THIS PLACE AT ALL COSTS—here’s why: ⚠️ Racist behavior from Asian staff: They gave us cold stares the whole time, dragged their feet when we asked for takeout boxes, and even acted annoyed. But turn to the white table next to us? They smiled, recommended dishes proactively, and refilled water—obvious double standards that made the meal totally unpleasant. As for the “stir-fried tom yum goong” (special main dish)? The name is misleading—it’s just plain Thai stir-fry, nothing like the spicy-sour tom yum we know. Not worth your time. ❌ 📍 Proud Mary Cafe 🍳 | YES! Light Aussie Brunch Pick This Aussie import is part of the same “Australian-style brunch” crew as Great White, and it’s packed during brunch hours. If you don’t want heavy food first thing in the morning, this is your spot! I ordered the yogurt-based Panna Cotta—a nice surprise: light and not too sweet, topped with fresh orange slices and crunchy granola (fruity + chewy, perfect texture). The only tiny letdown: the meringue is a bit too sweet, but the rest balances it out beautifully. Your stomach will feel happy after eating. If you love hearty brunch, their pancakes and hash are super popular—looked amazing on the next table. I’ll try those next time! ☕🥞 #PortlandEats #PortlandTravel #PortlandGuide #PortlandFoodie #FoodShare #FoodExploration #PortlandFoodCommando

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5 Spots Tested: From Thai Red Flags to Aussie Brunch

📍 TANAKA 🥪 | YES! Spicy Chicken Sandwich That Wows in One Bite The Spicy Chicken sandwich (recommended by the staff) is a total winner! Stuffed with a thick fried chicken cutlet, it’s surprisingly non-greasy—the texture tastes like you’re eating “katsu don (fried pork cutlet rice bowl) dipped in spicy soy sauce.” They even snuck in shredded cabbage (originally for salads) for extra crunch and freshness, balancing the savory-spicy flavors perfectly. No post-meal heaviness here! Pro tip: The shop is small but serves food fast—great for grabbing a quick bite when you’re on the go. Pair it with a soda for the ultimate combo! 🌶️💨 📍 Lechon 🥘 | YES! South American Tapas Joy—Hit Happy Hour Hard This South American tapas spot lives up to the hype, and Happy Hour (before 5 PM, walk-in only) takes the value to another level. Not a single miss in our order: Fried Chicken 🐔: Topped with crispy corn kernels and a light honey glaze, served over basil custard sauce. Sweet, tangy, and salty—layers of flavor in every bite. We even wanted to lick the bones clean! Mushrooms with Runny Egg 🍳: Mushrooms oated in caramelized onion puree. Poke the runny egg on top, and mix the yolk with mushrooms and onion—creamy like a “fancy egg tart,” so delicious it’ll make you . Scallops & Octopus 🦞🐙: Scallops are tender and bouncy; the corn purée underneath is loaded with Parmesan, so rich and cheesy. The octopus is cut into small pieces—no more jaw fatigue from chewy octopus! Served with crispy potato cubes, ham bits, and green salsa to cut through oil. Perfect for sharing with friends—try more dishes without overspending! 🍻 📍 Hachi 🍱 | YES! Vegas-Famous Yakitori Now in Portland—Full Meal for $40 I’ve been obsessed with this yakitori izakaya since Vegas, and Portland’s new location doesn’t disappoint. The best part? Unbeatable value: dinner (yakitori + nigiri + snacks) plus tip only cost $40, with most items under $10—student-friendly too! Must-order list: Yakitori 🍢: Yuzu pepper chicken (fresh and zesty), plum pork (juicy and bursting with flavor), beef skirt steak (tender with no tough fibers)—one skewer after another, can’t stop! Fried Squid 🦑: Ultra-thin batter, crispy outside and tender inside. Dip in salt and pepper—no greasiness at all. Nigiri & Snacks 🍣: Salmon roe nigiri (generous roe, pops in your mouth—only tiny flaw: rice seasoning is so-so, but the roe shines). Dashi tofu (fried soft and fluffy)—great plain or soaked in sauce. Lunch Bonus 🥣: “Salmon loves Lemon Roll” (California roll + salmon slice + lemon cube)—extra refreshing. Yellowtail collar (medium size is huge, crispy skin and tender meat, perfect cook). Sukiyaki hot pot (small portion but rich sweet soy flavor—beef rolls wrapped in glass noodles are divine). 📍 Thai Peacock 🍲 | NO! Skip Even for the Low Price—Racist Service Ruins Everything Sure, it has perks: “huge portions” and a “$7 salad bigger than your palm” (topped with peanut thick sauce, very authentic Thai). But SKIP THIS PLACE AT ALL COSTS—here’s why: ⚠️ Racist behavior from Asian staff: They gave us cold stares the whole time, dragged their feet when we asked for takeout boxes, and even acted annoyed. But turn to the white table next to us? They smiled, recommended dishes proactively, and refilled water—obvious double standards that made the meal totally unpleasant. As for the “stir-fried tom yum goong” (special main dish)? The name is misleading—it’s just plain Thai stir-fry, nothing like the spicy-sour tom yum we know. Not worth your time. ❌ 📍 Proud Mary Cafe 🍳 | YES! Light Aussie Brunch Pick This Aussie import is part of the same “Australian-style brunch” crew as Great White, and it’s packed during brunch hours. If you don’t want heavy food first thing in the morning, this is your spot! I ordered the yogurt-based Panna Cotta—a nice surprise: light and not too sweet, topped with fresh orange slices and crunchy granola (fruity + chewy, perfect texture). The only tiny letdown: the meringue is a bit too sweet, but the rest balances it out beautifully. Your stomach will feel happy after eating. If you love hearty brunch, their pancakes and hash are super popular—looked amazing on the next table. I’ll try those next time! ☕🥞 #PortlandEats #PortlandTravel #PortlandGuide #PortlandFoodie #FoodShare #FoodExploration #PortlandFoodCommando

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