The best restaurants in Portland, Oregon reflect a diverse dining scene that has come a long way since the first wave of farm-to-table restaurants opened here back in the mid-1990s. Though only one of those original restaurants- Higgins-is still around today, the influence of such pioneers is still felt in many of the Portland's best restaurants today. New places like vegan fine-dining venue Astera, Will Preisch's 82 Acres, Gregory Gourdet's world-famous Haitian hotspot Kann, and the stunning Mexican-locavore Lilia Comedor
Palivan emphasizes that her goal with Lao Garden is to educate people about Lao culture and cuisine, which she believes is often overshadowed by neighboring Thai food.
Show De Carnes introduces a dynamic dining experience in San Jose, featuring rodizio-style service with gauchos carving grilled meats tableside, enhancing the culinary landscape.
One familiar name among the vendors is local Korean barbecue chain Honey Pig, which is trying out a new 'Cupbop' concept featuring grilled meats in customizable cups.