Phuket Cafe

1818 NW 23rd Pl, Portland
(503) 781-2997

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Jim Ewbank

Visiting on a Friday we came in at 5 were told we couldn't seat til 7;30. OK our bad for not making reservations. Went and had drinks and came back at 7:30. Restaurant was half empty and they still squeezed us in their street shack. So loud it was miserable. Food was just so-so for a $100 meal. Limited menu. Would not recommend!

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 2

Service: 2

Sarah Smith

So lovely to feel comforted and cared for through both great food and service. Def will be back. Great place for a celebration with low key, calm, and warm vibes.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Maria M.

I loved this restaurant. My partner and I went here a little over a year ago now, but I think about it all the time. (We live near Olympia, WA and I had a baby this last year, so we've not made it back). They steak was so good and at the time they had these fish collars which were to die for *chef's kiss*.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Brooke

This is not a review of the food. Stopped by tonight for dinner. Did not have a reservation. It’s Saturday, I figured there would be a wait, that’s fine. But they told me dine in was a tasting menu only and the 2 hour wait was to sit outside… in December. I follow them on Instagram and I’ve looked up their menu before, and nowhere does it say that dine in is a tasting menu only and you only get the menu they post on their website if you sit outside. I double checked tn to make sure. Please do better about communicating through your platforms.

Jen Rountree

I came in with high expectations this past summer and ultimately felt it was lackluster.

Let's start with the good:
- cocktails (both were absolutely delish)
- service (our server was so sweet, attentive, and informative)
- curry sauce with the steak (I'd come back to try the curry's just because of the sauce)

Bummers
- the steak itself was fine
- paella - if it was $10 cheaper I'd be okay with it but it didn't have the expected crispy paella, didn't have a lot of protein (without paying for the extra octopus)
- cost - there are other Thai and Paella places for the same price that give more food and are better

Can't say I'd come back again unless it was for cocktails

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 5

Lauren Hall

Best Thai food Ive ever had. So flavorful. Generous with ingredients. Wish i lived in the area so i could be regular! Loved it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pad See EW

Rob Ortlieb

Went here for lunch on a Sunday. When just about everything else was closed this place was open and willing to accommodate a part of 3 plus infant.

The outside seating was quant/cozy and was heated

The service was very helpful and accommodating offering up suggestions on our order

The food was perfect, tasty and flavorful. What was great was that as much as I felt the portions were small for our party size, the recommendations by the server was enough to make me feel full but not bloated and overstuffed

I would go back for sure!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

N F

If it's open, eat there!!! The food is absolutely top notch, with the addition of wonderful wafting odors from the open kitchen to entice you to order more!
The pickle plate vegetables were uniquely flavored, really opening up the palette, and the Kua tofu completely floored me with its depth of flavors and perfectly crispy texture - best I've ever had. The pork belly rice was perfectly cooked with just the right proportion of pork, rice, egg, and bok choi. I'm so excited to take everyone I know to this place!!!

Vegetarian options: Kua tofu is absolutely fantastic!

Wheelchair accessibility: Tight but wheelchair width.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pork Belly Fried Rice

Naveen Reddy

We tried the fried chicken, pork fried rice, and pad mee chumphon along with some cocktails. The food was delicious! The pad mee chumphon was tasty but a bit sweet, while the fried rice had a nice flavor. The fried chicken is a must-try!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pork Belly Fried Rice

K H

Excellent, delicious Thai food! The menu may be small, but I believe this focus contributes to the consistently high quality of each dish. Every item feels thoughtfully prepared and bursting with authentic flavors. Highly recommend

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Duc Le

Excellent modern takes on small Thai dishes for sharing. A limited menu of dishes that cover all 5 regions of the mouth. A full bar offers whatever you want to complement the food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Norma Jo Surber

Easily one of my favorite restaurants ever. Outstanding food and service.

Dietary restrictions: Phuket Cafe is very easy to work with around dietary restrictions.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Prawn Curry, Thai Paella

Adrian Zietara

Great food, friendly staff

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Peter Shapiro

Food was fantastic, really top notch. Would come back in a second.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Thai Paella

David Harper

Arrived at 5:30 knowing they hav a 2 hour dining limit. We reviewed the drink list and when our server, Rachel, came around we asked a couple of questions. We noticed she never smiled and seemed put out answering or questions.
I told her of my sesame allergy and was told it would not be an issue.
When it came time to order, my wife asked a few questions about spice level and again we felt like we were bothering her. I ordered the New York after reading on the menu they tout this. Both meals were disappointing. My steak was raw and chewy, the salmon not as described.
We ordered the strawberry pie dessert which was loaded with sesame seeds.
Rachel said I will get you a new one and take that off. She did bring a new one but did not take it off.
So disappointed.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 2

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