TANAKA

Name: TANAKA
Address: 678 SW 12th Ave, Portland, Oregon, 97205, US
Telephone: (503) 914-3326
Price range: $
Rating: 4.1

$ • Bakery, Japanese, Patisserie/Cake Shop

Hours:
678 SW 12th Ave, Portland
(503) 914-3326

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About TANAKA

TANAKA is a restaurant that offers a mix of fast food and restaurant-quality dishes. The menu features unique items like the Tanaka dip, a sweet and crispy take on the traditional French dip, as well as a pork sandwich with a well-cooked pork chop and soft, flavorful bread. The Spicy Fish Sando and UBE LATTE are also popular choices, although one reviewer noted that the bread was burnt on the edges. Customers praise the well-made katsu sandwiches, especially the spicy chicken katsu, which is juicy and delicious. The bakery case always has a nice treat, including donuts that are highly recommended. Staff are extremely friendly and offer helpful recommendations, adding to the enjoyable experience. While the service can sometimes feel transactional, the food quality makes up for it. The seating is convenient for quick bites but not ideal for larger groups. Visitors have enjoyed the curry, with ebi-fry that are tender inside and crispy outside, and traditional fukujinzuke. Many appreciate the reasonably priced, solid food and excellent service, with staff members like Paige being especially helpful. The restaurant can be busy, making it difficult to reach staff at times, but this does not detract from the overall positive experience. Overall, TANAKA is worth trying once for brunch or lunch, especially for those looking for tasty sandwiches, sweet treats, and good curry.