Dish Exploder

Xiao Ye’s Khao Soi Radiatori Is for Pasta Lovers

This star of the Portland restaurant’s ‘first-generation American’ menu marries Thai noodle soup and Italian technique.

08/27/2026 By Matthew Trueherz Illustrations by Amber Day

Food History

The Thai Chinese Diaspora in Dishes at Portland Restaurants

Nong’s, Khao Moo Dang, and Yaowarat, and more show off the multicultural origins of beloved Thai classics.

05/26/2026 By Alex Frane Illustrations by Michael Novak

To-Go

The Case for Takeout Thai Food

There’s a reason Portland’s favorite Asian cuisine travels so well.

05/19/2026 By Brooke Jackson-Glidden Photography by Michael Novak

Restaurant Review

3 New Restaurants Prove Portland a Thai Food Haven

OK Chicken & Khao Soi picks up the ghost of Pok Pok while Bangkok Belly and Yui add to the city’s long legacy.

05/14/2026 By Jordan Michelman

Dining Picks

A Guide to Portland’s Top Thai Restaurants

Our favorite places for khao soi, pad kee mao, and panang curry.

03/24/2026 By Alex Frane and Brooke Jackson-Glidden

opening report

Portland’s Impressive Thai Food Roster Can’t Stop Growing

January sees the return of Yui and the grand opening of OK Chicken and Khao Soi.

01/27/2026 By Alex Frane

Best Restaurants

A Crispy, Crackly Guide to Portland’s Best Fried Chicken

Our favorite spots for gochujang-covered tenders, Nashville chicken sandwiches, and Southern-style chicken and waffles.

01/23/2026 By Alex Frane

Dining Picks

Portland’s Top Vegan Restaurants for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Deli sandwiches, elaborate tasting menus, and Sri Lankan street food, all made without animal products.

01/21/2026 By Alex Frane and Katherine Chew Hamilton

Openings

The Team Behind Eem and Yaowarat Open in the OG Pok Pok

Akkapong “Earl” Ninsom’s newest restaurant, OK Chicken and Khao Soi, closes a loop of Portland Thai food history.

01/16/2026 By Alex Frane

Hit List

Portland’s Most Iconic Dishes

Korean pork shoulder sandwiches, a classic charcuterie spread, and other culinary stars.

12/30/2025 By Alex Frane, Brooke Jackson-Glidden, and Matthew Trueherz

openings report

Revived Vegan Restaurant Epif Brings Brunch to Kerns

Plus, Bangkok Belly arrives on SE Belmont Street.

11/25/2025 By Alex Frane

Dining Picks

A Boxed and Bagged Guide to Portland’s Top Takeout Restaurants

Where to find the best spots for takeaway in Portland, beyond pizza boxes and oyster pails.

10/24/2025 By Alex Frane and Brooke Jackson-Glidden

dining news

Portland’s Most Hotly Anticipated Restaurants for Fall 2025

A Chicago tavern-style pizzeria, rockabilly bar, and new Thai restaurant come to town.

09/18/2025 By Alex Frane

Dish Exploder

Som Tum Thai Kitchen’s Pork and Papaya Platter Is the Perfect Starter

At the sensationally spicy Thai restaurant, the eponymous salad centers a sausage-laden platter.

08/08/2025 By Alex Frane Illustrations by Amber Day

The Comeback Queen

Nan Chaison Is the Most Prolific Restaurateur You Don’t Know Yet

From Thai vegan restaurants to Mexican cocktail lounges, Ketsuda ‘Nan’ Chaison has been hard at work.

02/11/2025 By Alex Frane

Wingding

Andy Ricker Will Revive Pok Pok at Jeju for Two Nights

The former Portland chef is popping up around the country with a throwback, greatest hits menu.

08/22/2024 By Matthew Trueherz

Awards Season

Portland’s 2024 James Beard Award Winners

The city remains at the top of the national culinary pack, with Kann and Langbaan adding two more awards to its long tally.

06/11/2024 By Matthew Trueherz

The Good Stuff

Our Favorite Specialty Grocers and International Markets in Portland

Where to find a fancy bit of cheese, track down imported ingredients, and travel the world with your taste buds.

05/16/2024 By Matthew Trueherz

Review

Yaowarat Is Portland Monthly’s Restaurant of the Year

At Yaowarat, four friends locate the heart of Bangkok’s Chinatown by way of Portland. Welcome to one of America’s newest originals.

01/24/2024 By Karen Brooks Photography by Thomas Teal

Thai'd & True

Superfan: These Besties Enjoy a Spendy Meal at Langbaan Every Month

Jessica Miller and Reme DeBisschop have eaten at Langbaan since 2015. What keeps them coming back?

12/26/2023 By Katherine Chew Hamilton Photography by Michael Raines