Lúc Lác Vietnamese Kitchen

We are just one big, pho sling’n, fish sauce cookin', cocktail pourin', Portland lovin' family.

9 / 10
736
ratings
  • Phone

    (503) 222-0047

  • Website

    luclackitchen.com

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  • Type

    Vietnamese Restaurant

Address

835 SW 2nd Ave (at Taylor St.) Portland , OR 97204 United States

Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating No
Menus Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 159


Keywords:

pho trendy luc lac happy hour casual good for dates bánh mì sandwiches hipster brisket great value curry beef bar cream cheese wontons good for a quick meal stir fry cute crowded spicy food spring rolls
Caroline Chung

GOOD late night spot , seating is tight and efficient, inexpensive , cute hipster servers, legit cocktails and menu options. BAD pho soup had too much sugar and MSG, was totally parched the next day.

Nicole Cash

We had the Pork Bahn Mi , crispy veggie rolls & the Steak & Meatball Pho . All 3 were top notch. Ambiance was just as good as the food, with some old school hip hop bumpin on the stereo! Loved it A++

Roman Aro

Open super late Friday and Saturday till 4am. Lots of veggie options for vegetarians (my fiancée is one). I had the 3 meat pho and she got the tofu pho . You must try the garlic wings and papayasalad

Ian Ryan

Quick service , delicious pho , and a good (but busy) atmosphere, especially during warm weather when the front is open. I recommend the meatball and brisket pho . So damn good.

Vi Tran

If you’re looking for authentic Vietnamese , you won’t find it here. If you want an Americanized spin to it where the bò lúc lắc is with tomato rice and spring mix then go for it.

Stephanie Anne McCarthy

Vegan pho & veggie crispy rolls : 10/10/10/10 ???? Rich, tasty broth with wonderful aromas. Dine outside in heated huts too!

Karli Scott

This place is always worth the wait! Go for happy hour 4-7pm everyday, and get their crispy rolls for $2 with a delicious bowl of pho . ????

Cristina F

Believe the hype! There was a huge line outside when we first drove past it. So the next day we walked over, and it turns out the line moves super fast. 10 stars!

Jie Jin

The peanut curry with rice is perfectly savory and sweet with a spicy kick . Get it, you will not regret it.

Brian L

Loved the noodles (though full meat train may have been overkill), and the cocktails were extra creative.

Hilary Corna

Used to live in Asia. This is place is legit. Tom Yum is killer. Fresh veggies and no skimping on meat or noodles .#win #value for money .

Andrea Ihara

Great stop for vegetarians . Veggie pho with veggie broth - fresh rolls with tofu . Would have preferred more veg - less noodle - but a solid pick for inexpensive quick meal downtown

Caroline Deng

Try the Tom Yum and the crispy spring rolls . The beef pho is a little too salty.

Ebrahim Bandookwala

Nice decor , great food .. the luc lac is awesome and comes medium rare! The luc lac lush is rich and creamy with pieces of lychee .

Leo Herrera

The plate portioning is surprisingly filling. The only gripe I have is their seating system. Worth the wait if you're going with a party of 3 or more.

Jacqueline L.

Salads are big - entrée-sized or best shared for 2. Don't order far ahead online if you're getting moisture-sensitive items like crispy rolls (which rice plates include)

Amber C.

Always busy. Always worth it. Possibly the best Vietnamese place in town with the exception of some on 82nd.

Virginie Verhoeven

Great place! Don't let the queue scare you off, it goes really fast. Delicious food! We had pho and peanut curry , all good!

Ariel Kao

Huge portions and such good food! Great vibes too, played some hip hop :)

Ingrid Abildgaard

Large portions ! We did the happy hour specials , which are smaller portions, and you can have if you order before 19.00.

Ingrid Abildgaard

Large portions ! We did the happy hour specials , which are smaller portions, and you can have if you order before 19.00.

Kiara Yin

Coconut curry ! I did mine vegetarian and it was dope...best I've had in Portland!

VJ

Cream Cheese Wonton + Crispy Tofu Rolls + Tofu Peanut Stir Fry Curry + Lychee Juice

Serious Eats

The cocktails here are Vietnamese-influenced and the pho worth a trek, but the spring rolls can't be beat.

emily meyer

Casual , delicious, cute . Happy hour is a phenomenal deal for food and drinks. Still couldn’t help ordering a vermicelli bowl off regular menu though.

Marc Thayer

1. Order and check in. 2. Majority of your group need to be here to be seated. 3. Don't seat yourself. You'll get a number with your order and be seated by the staff as space opens up.

Derek Shaw

Coconut curry was amazing! When they ask you how spicy there number one is like a five but it was so good I couldn't stop

Joseph Le

It's not traditional Viet. Pretty modern - but great vibes and tastes great.

Leids

The food here is brilliant. Had the combination vermicelli and it was amazing! Very popular eatery and good value .

Keri Fenton-Mazenko

Always always always order The Dealers Choice cocktail at happy hour . It doesn't matter what it is, it will be delicious.

Chris DeBarr

Elegant space, innovative drinks, and modern interpretations of Vietnamese cuisine . More hit than miss, more legit than most !

Nelly Liu

The train pho is really good, also most of the vermicelli bowls. One of my favorite happy hour spot in town ~

Joe Taulbee

Great place to grab a relatively cheap meal. The food was delicious and the open air atmosphere was quite refreshing.

Brad Tait

The pho and tom yum soup are amazing. Also, some pretty fantastic curries . Great cocktails , too.

Steven Applegate

best place to eat in portland ! I have been going every night this week you should see the people here at 3am on fri and sat !

Sara James

Love the classic beef phon and the crispy rolls ! Great prices for high quality, delicious good.

Fu Wen Lee

The tofu salad was good, fresh spring roll is also above average! Busy place during lunchtime.

Cintain 昆遊龍

Everything looked amazing. I tried the Pho , it was really yummy and heartening. ????

Kamran Ayub

Best Pho of my life, jesus. Don't skip this one! Wait is short , pay before you sit.

Sereita Cobbs

Bit too much "Brooklyn" attitude from the staff , but the food is quite good. Go between 4p - 7p and enjoy the Happy Hour menu . $2 plates. Try a bunch if things, but don't miss the shrimp skewers .

Victoria Tinsman

this was absolutely amazing. try the coconut curry with noodles instead of rice . your mind will be blown.

Christina Minju

This place is absolutely THE greatest authentic Vietnamese food in the WORLD! Okay Portland at least.... But tried half the menu and nothing was less than perfect!! Highly recommend it!!

Eugene Golov

Great pho , friendly service , nit expensive ! Paid 8 dollars for a loooot of pho . Try the coconut water ginger ale !

Bastian Greshake Tzovaras

Came with a group and got super quick and friendly service . And the food was great!

Lisa Hinchliffe

Interesting cocktails and wonderful food in casual atmosphere .

Matt Shobe

The line moves pretty quickly. It's about 2-3 minutes wait/person ahead of you.

Brian Tran

The place has got a hipster vibe to it and the food is amazing!

Michael Capecelatro

Order the Luc Lac steak but be warned they won't ask you how you want it cooked. That's because it only comes one way - perfect.

Sam W

If you can't decide what to get try the combination vermicelli bowl. Also, don't miss out on the chicken wings .

Vanessa N.

You can't go to a place called Luc Lac and not order the Luc Lac ! Great flavors and the beef is super tender.

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