Warsugai — Restaurant in Portland

The interiors were pretty cozy and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Our food came out really quickly too which was pleasantly surprising.

We ordered the chicken and oregon truffle wontons, crispy potatoes, crab noodles, and chicken warsugai and two cocktails.

I found the chicken and truffle wontons to be dry and the skin too thick. There also wasn't much truffle flavor either.

The crispy potatoes were tasty and definitely live up to its name. They are on the greasy side of course, so I would recommend ordering some fresh acidic/veggie side to help balance it.

The crap noodles had a nice chewy texture in the noodles and had generous portions of crab throughout. It's really delicate in flavor and captured the essence of crab, though it could have used a bit more salt.

Lastly, the warsugai just wasn't for me. I've never had it before, so there's no nostalgic factor. The almonds had a great crunch, the chicken itself was juicy, and the gravy was bland. It tasted plain and again, could have used a bit more salt. It seems it wouldn't be traditional with the dish, but I feel like some sort of acidity or brightness would have helped punch it up more. It was just very underwhelming to me.

If the goal is to serve up dishes that are nostalgic Asian American comfort food, it's halfway there. The quality of ingredients is a good step in that direction, but for the price, demographic of audience, and vibe of the restaurant, it would be more exciting for the chefs to push the dishes a bit more and modernize just enough to make the food...

The food was NOT as pictured in previous reviews. I’m guessing their chefs changed because it was terrible. I didn’t take pictures because I was too disappointed and sad, but the truffle wontons were disgusting. They tasted like burnt soy sauce and nothing else. Even the server knew they were awful, but didn’t do anything to fix the situation, which says to me that it was the norm and there was nothing she was empowered to do about it. We also tried the sizzling beef bulgogi, which again tasted burnt and poorly seasoned, and the shrimp, which did not look like the pictures on other Google reviews and tasted fine, but certainly not good. At least it was edible. The N/A Asahi was delicious, but the Sauvignon Blanc was horrible (not sure how since I’ve almost never had a bad one, but they found one that was somehow simultaneously overly sweet and sour). The ambiance was cute, but the place was mostly empty for obvious reasons. Plus, the neighborhood wasn’t great. Parking was extremely limited and some of the side streets nearby I didn’t feel safe leaving my car on. This might have been one of the worst disappointments I’ve ever had in Portland. I...

Price: $$$$

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Warsugai Chinese Restaurant, and I must say it was a delightful experience. The almond chicken was a true standout, perfectly blending flavors and textures. The crab rangoons exceeded expectations with real crab, making them a must-try for seafood enthusiasts.

The cabbage and sausage dish showcased a commendable combination of freshness and savory goodness. The overall culinary journey left a positive impression, earning Warsugai a solid 4 out of 5 stars.

While the flavors were on point and the dishes well-executed, there is always room for improvement. Perhaps a touch of refinement in certain areas could elevate the dining experience further. Nonetheless, I highly recommend Warsugai for those seeking a satisfying Chinese dining experience with a menu that boasts both traditional and inventive dishes.

I look forward to returning to Warsugai for another round of culinary exploration and flavorful...