Flock — Restaurant in Portland

The Flock food court in Portland is a unique and trendy dining destination, featuring a curated selection of vendors and a bar offering a variety of international cuisines. The setup is casual and modern, with lots of seating, an all-digital ordering system, and an industrial interior that adds to its appeal. It’s an ideal spot for groups or adventurous eaters looking to explore flavors from Korea, Hong Kong, Lebanon, Maine, and Mexico.

The bar is a highlight, with plenty of brews and ciders on tap and well-made cocktails. The lemongrass gin and tonic stood out as a particular favorite. However, the prices are on the higher side for such an informal setting, with dishes averaging around $25. On our first visit, we sampled one or two items from each of the six vendors to create a custom tasting menu. The food was prepared quickly (under 20 minutes), and here’s our breakdown:

HK Bistro: Chengdu Street Noodles – Served cold and authentically reflective of Hong Kong street food.

Pan Roast: Shrimp, Crab, and Avocado Stack – A standout dish for us; light and flavorful, though heavy on the garlic. The tortilla chips could have used more salt.

Queen Mama: Mezza Platter – Opinions were mixed at our table; some loved it, while others weren’t as enthusiastic. A heads-up: their popular Dubai chocolate bar was sold out by 4:00 p.m. on a Thursday, so plan accordingly.

BBQ Chicken: Half and Half (Golden Original/Secret Sauce) – The Korean fried chicken was exceptionally hot (temperature) and crispy. The secret sauce was overly sweet for our taste, so we recommend sticking with the original.

Overall, The Flock offers an eclectic mix of dishes in a vibrant setting. While the pricing may feel steep for a casual food court, the variety, convenience, and quality drinks make it a fun option for food lovers willing to...

Sadly I have to admit that we were disappointed in "Portland's premier food hall." Maybe we just set our expectations too high in the hopes that some of the amazing food carts that were kicked out to make way for the Ritz would have been present at this food court or maybe because we read too much into all the hype surrounding Portland's newest premier" food hall, but no -- instead it contains only eight bougie and expensive substitutes for the plethora of amazing carts that used to sit there. The atmosphere is alright, except it was pretty crowded and finding a place to sit together for a party of 5 or more was challenging. The selection of food was disappointing for being the "premier" food hall -- if you're coming here for premier burgers, pizza, steak, all-day breakfast, or quirky Portland favorites that put us is culinary rags you'll be disappointed. What was offered, however, was by no means comprehensive but it was enticing -- seafood from Pan Roast, wings from Prime Tap House, dim sum from HK Bistro, Mediterranean from Queen Mama's, Korean Fried Chicken from bb.q chicken, Thai food from ZabPinto, Mexican from Birrieraia La Plaza, and pastries from Tous les Jours. So if you are in the mood for any of these eight options and want to pay a lot of money while struggling to find seating, then this...

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