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Pambiche

Cuban Restaurant, Coffee Shop, and Dessert Shop$$$$
Portland
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    Dave H.
    "Plato Cubano was excellent, and the desserts are out of this world."(3 Tips)
    Alaa S.
    "The arroz con pollo was SO good!"(3 Tips)
    Anyeley H.
    "... vaca frita, and/or oxtail. Make sure to get the sweet plantain and of..."(4 Tips)
    Katya
    "Happy hour here is one of the best deals"(5 Tips)
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  • Ami K.heart icon on user image
    Ami K-MJanuary 26, 2016
    Amazing vegan selections. Love their brunch with tvp and the hot chocolate is to die for. Made with coconut something and a sprig of mint. Go early to avoid crowds for breakfast and dinner
  • Dave H.heart icon on user image
    Dave HendrixApril 20, 2018
    Appetizers were amazing. I was skeptical about banana ketchup, but am now completely on board. Plato Cubano was excellent, and the desserts are out of this world. Mango cheesecake? Yes, please!
  • CT
    CTSeptember 28, 2013
    Get the appetizer sampler, it's a meal within itself! Ask wait staff for recommendations! This is what we got and it was amazing!! There's also Cuban coffee!! And delicious desserts! 😜👍😍👌🍛🍰🍮
  • Akaash S.
    Akaash SainiApril 24, 2012
    I've only had Cuban food twice in my life. Once in NYC, and once in DC. This was far better than both! Amazing amount of veg / vegan options! Get the fresh fruit juices! (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
  • Ro J.heart icon on user image
    Ro JSeptember 15, 2016
    This place is a must do! Ambience, food, service, everything is top notch. Arroz con Pollo + El Presidente + Classic mojito + Cuban Cigar (dessert).
  • Anyeley H.heart icon on user image
    Anyeley HallovaMay 30, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    We always get a combination of the following delicious items: avacado salad, vaca frita, and/or oxtail. Make sure to get the sweet plantain and of course materva to drink.
  • Tim I.heart icon on user image
    Tim In The HouseSeptember 19, 2019
    This place has an awesome vibe, great food, great service, great drinks. Try the strawberry daiquiri (non blended)
  • Benjamin C.heart icon on user image
    Benjamin ChaitAugust 9, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Sandwiches are great. Staff is delightful. Everything on the menu is yummy.
  • Lisa
    LisaDecember 2, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    The only indoor cuban restaurant I could find in Portland and it is AMAZING. After living in Miami and moving back to Portland, I needed a good place. The empanadas are to die for.
  • Michel V.
    Michel Van KatsMay 15, 2015
    Plato Cubano was freaking awesome. Really everything on my plate was delicious. Also: good atmosphere, in and outside.
  • myrrh ♫.
    myrrh ♫August 18, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Like saving money? Bike here and show your bike helmet for a bike discount. Pay in cash for a cash discount. Can't say enough good things about this place.
  • myrrh ♫.
    myrrh ♫August 18, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Incredible happy hour featuring Cuban-American fusion dishes stocked with fresh ingredients & extra deliciousness.
  • Quinteinheart icon on user image
    QuinteinAugust 28, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    One of the few places in Portland to get real Cuban food. Get the Arroz con Pollo!
  • Ashley
    AshleyMarch 16, 2013
    They have a killer happy hour menu! And they have heaters above each table outside!! One of our new favorite places.
  • Marisaclese N.
    Marisaclese NaughtypantsMay 18, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    If I am ever on death row, vaca frita, red beans, and fiscal cheesecake from Pambiche will be my last meal.
  • Benjamin C.heart icon on user image
    Benjamin ChaitMarch 13, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Fantastic brunch. Empanadas are great. Cookies (dessert) are worth sharing.
  • Alaa S.
    Alaa ShakerAugust 25, 2014
    Everything's great here. The arroz con pollo was SO good! -- Closed on Monday btw.
  • Kim S.
    Kim SmithMarch 31, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    The vaca frita is amazing, but if they run out go for the oxtail. It's not as messy as the menu makes it sound (oxtail has tiny bones). Cocktails are good but not very inspired.
  • Dillon F.
    Dillon FlynnJuly 18, 2010
    Go to Pambiche and order a Sangria and a Croqueta Preparada sandwich. If it's sunny, take it outside. Got a bit of extra time on your hands? The house cappuccino is a pretty great finisher. Read more
  • Amie F.
    Amie FSeptember 17, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    Ropa vieja is soooooo good! Also so many good breakfast options
  • Ricardo F.heart icon on user image
    Ricardo FuchsJuly 9, 2019
    Been here 25+ times
    Small but well worth it! Delicious and authentic food.
  • Rachel B.heart icon on user image
    Rachel BeachyFebruary 25, 2013
    there was nothing i did not like at this place. everything we had was amazing. their red snapper is superb.
  • H. C.heart icon on user image
    H. Colbert (@hrsch)November 1, 2016
    If you bike to Pambiche, you get a 5% discount. 🚲
  • Katyaheart icon on user image
    KatyaSeptember 12, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Happy hour here is one of the best deals around - more variety for your money.
  • Janice P.
    Janice PimentelOctober 16, 2010
    Get the Pollo Frito -- it's so juicy! Then save some room for the Tres Leches Cake -- worth the trip!
  • Tyler C.
    Tyler CaseOctober 14, 2013
    You can't go wrong here. Try everything!
  • Brian V.
    Brian VotawJune 5, 2012
    super fun decor, our 8 year old has fun playing "eye spy" and "how many" of this or that in the room
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    BrianAugust 14, 2016
    Happy hour 10-midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.
  • jamie s.
    jamie schmidMay 13, 2014
    Yummy drinks & the yucca was amazing
  • Brook S.heart icon on user image
    Brook ShelleyJune 28, 2015
    Delicious cubano and plantains
  • Schlomo R.heart icon on user image
    Schlomo RabinowitzJanuary 16, 2015
    Bananna run drink plus sun!
  • Ellie O.
    Ellie O'DonnellMay 14, 2013
    The Cuban sandwich on whole wheat is so good!!
  • Benton B.heart icon on user image
    Benton BarnettSeptember 3, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Get the Tortilla de Plantano for breakfast. It's out of this world.
  • James N.
    James NoblesAugust 4, 2011
    NO COKE...or Pepsi. Try the Yerba Matte Soda, tastes great and you could run a marathon afterwards.
  • Julie M.
    Julie MorganNovember 7, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the Cuban Sampler - Flavorful and not too filling. Delicious!
  • Victor O.
    Victor OlmosDecember 8, 2014
    Rabo encendido is the best thing on the menu
  • Okimak
    OkimakJuly 3, 2013
    Get a mosquito...you'll thank me later.
  • Annette A.heart icon on user image
    Annette AugerMay 31, 2014
    Omg. Yuca fries are amaze.
  • Brandon L.heart icon on user image
    Brandon LeeJune 7, 2018
    Get the banana milk shake
  • George S.
    George ShankAugust 7, 2014
    Oxtail was phenomenal.
  • Grant K.
    Grant KrugerJuly 25, 2012
    Decent place to go, with unique food options, but crowded, trendy and a bit overpriced as well.
  • Trevor C.
    Trevor CarlsonJuly 14, 2012
    Not impressed with the service. They have an avocado salad on the menu but they would bring out a plate of plain avocados for my 3 yr old son. Lame menu selection. Server was nice but help me.
  • Troy T.
    Troy TateJune 24, 2012
    It can be crowded with a sign up sheet so don't be in a hurry
  • Nigel S.
    Nigel StephensonAugust 19, 2016
    The Cubano was forgettable.
  • Rob H.
    Rob HepplerDecember 23, 2011
    For a funny reaction say "pantanoles" when ordering plantains!
  • Daniel B.
    Daniel BachhuberSeptember 12, 2011
    Banana shake is oh my gosh amazing.
  • Courtney S.heart icon on user image
    Courtney ShannonMay 22, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Great cuban food here. Desserts are tasty - especially tres leche cake.
  • Lani O.
    Lani OkalaniApril 2, 2011
    Great food!! amazing flavors great staff!!!
  • Eric B.
    Eric BroodAugust 18, 2014
    Very good.
  • David M.
    David MullerOctober 31, 2010
    Try the Coconut Soda. It's awesome.
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