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Por Que No - Portland, OR Mexican Restaurants
Por Que No - Portland, OR Mexican Restaurants
Por Que No - Portland, OR Mexican Restaurants
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POR QUE NO

(4.9 Score)
3524 North Mississippi Avenue,
Portland, OR 97227 Directions

Since 2004

Specialty:

✓ Hongos Y Papas ✓ Carnitas ✓ Chorizo ✓ Pollo Verde ✓ Pollo Asado ✓ Barbacoa ✓ Carne Asada ✓ Pescado ✓ Camarones ✓ Al Pastor ✓ Queso Asado Taco ✓ Verduras ✓ Bryan's Bowl ✓ Tostada ✓ Big Salad ✓ Por Que Plate ✓ Large Quesadilla ✓ Margarita ✓ Mezcal Margarita ✓ Margarita Kit

"¿Por Qué No? is a small outpost for tacos and other Mexican basics. The restaurant has a cozy and welcoming ambience for its customers. The customers can choose from various dishes made from local meats and line-caught fish. ¿Por Qué No? provides a variety of menu items, including chorizo tacos, spicy cucumbers, beans and rice, tamales, and carnitas tacos. The restaurant accepts reservations for groups of 15 to 40 people and offers catering services for special occasions. The restaurant is also located on Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard. They provide a brunch menu every Saturday and Sunday from 11 am to 3 pm.

2026 Update: ¿Por Qué No? takes reservations for groups of 8 to 40+ guests based on availability. They also offer gift cards, which can be used at either of their locations."

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Price:

Salsa Fresca & Housemade Chips $5
Guacamole & Housemade Chips $9.25
Guacamole & Salsa & Housemade Chips $12
Cheesy Refried Bean Dip $9
Cheesy Refried Bean Dip With Chorizo $12.75
Esquites $8
Flautas $13.50
Brisket Taco $8.50
Carnitas $5
Chorizo $5
Al Pastor $5
Pollo Verde $4.75
Queso Asado $4.75
Carne Asada $5
Barbacoa $5
Pescado #1 $5.75
Pescado #2 $5.75
Camarones $6
Bryan’S Bowl $14.50
Beans & Rice Bowl $10.50
Por Qué Plate $17.50
Por Qué Plate With Fish $19.50
Por Qué Plate With Shrimp $20
Por Qué Salad $12
Por Qué Salad With Meat Or Veg $16.75
Por Qué Salad With Fish $17.50
Por Qué Salad With Shrimp $17.75
Small Quesadilla $5
Kid’S Bean & Rice Bowl $3.75
Kid’S Bean & Cheese Taco $2.75
Tamales Plate (1) $9.50
Tamales Plate (2) $14
Tamal A La Carte $6

Contact:

(503) 467-4149

Mon-Sat: 11am - 10pm
Sun: 11am - 9:30pm

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The Matador - Portland, OR Mexican Restaurants
The Matador - Portland, OR Mexican Restaurants
The Matador - Portland, OR Mexican Restaurants
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THE MATADOR

(4.8 Score)
1438 NorthWest 23rd Avenue,
Portland, OR 97210 Directions

Since 2004

Specialty:

✓ Mexican Street Corn ✓ Street Tacos ✓ Enchiladas ✓ Baja Fish Tacos ✓ Coconut Shrimp Tacos ✓ Romaine Salad ✓ Mango Steak Tacos ✓ Ribeye Tacos ✓ Marinated Carne Asada ✓ Shredded Chicken Thigh ✓ Beyond Picadillo ✓ Braised Carnitas ✓ Chop Salad ✓ Marinated Chicken Breast

"Matador NW Portland is an authentic Mexican restaurant that offers classic menus and cocktails in a stylish space. The restaurant is in the city's fast-growing and most exciting neighborhoods. Matador NW Portland provides a variety of menu items, including tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and appetizers. The restaurant provides a private dinner space or a meeting room with AV capability that can accommodate up to 34 guests ages 21 and over, featuring large garage doors for a pleasant indoor-outdoor experience. Matador NW Portland provides family-style menu kits and a happy hour menu from 4 PM to 6 PM every day.

2026 Update: They have event venues options in Seattle, Portland, Charleston, and Boise areas. They have gift card options, and also accept online orders as well. They have branches in Ballard, Boise, East Portland, Meridian, NorthWest Portland, Redmond, Tacoma, West Seattle, North Portland, Charlotte, Greenville, and Charleston."

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Price:

Tacos:
Marinated Carne Asada $18.5
Shredded Chicken Thigh $16
Beyond Picadillo $17.5
Braised Pork Carnitas $16
Chile SautéEd Shrimp $17.5
Grilled Chicken Breast $16.5
Enchiladas
Divorciadas $17.5
Habanero $17.5
Shredded Beef $18.5
Verde Carnitas $17.5
Burritos:
Poblano Carnitas $17.5
Habanero Steak $20.5
Verde Chicken $17.5
Beyond Burrito $19
Entrees:
Braised Carnitas $21
Skillet Seared Fajitas $25.5 – $30.5
Shrimp & Chorizo Paella $22
Grilled Carne Asada $29
Chile-Seasoned Ribeye $30
Mango-Pineapple Mahi Mahi $22.5
Roasted Chile Rellenos $22
Soups & Salads:
Tortilla Chicken Soup $9.5 Bowl
Tortilla Chicken Soup $5.5 Cup
Romaine Salad $8.5
Chop Salad $17
Taco Salad $14.5
Taco Salad (Chicken Shrimp Beyond Picadillo) $16
Taco Salad (Steak) $19

Contact:

(503) 228-2855

Sun-Thu: 11am - 12am
Fri & Sat: 11am - 2am

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Güero No. 1 Tortas - Portland, OR Mexican Restaurants
Güero No. 1 Tortas - Portland, OR Mexican Restaurants
Güero No. 1 Tortas - Portland, OR Mexican Restaurants
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GÜERO NO. 1 TORTAS

(4.6 Score)
200 North East 28th Avenue,
Portland, OR 97232 Directions

Since 2017

Specialty:

✓ The Bowl ✓ Carnitas Tortas ✓ Pollo Pibil Tortas ✓ Refrito Tortas ✓ Masa y Papa ✓ Ahogada ✓ Hamburguesa ✓ Desayuno

"Güero No. 1 Tortas is a place for Mexican sandwiches and vegetarian bowls with locally sourced ingredients and drinks. Their team of chefs uses fresh and quality ingredients to make Mexican dishes. Güero No. 1 Tortas offers a wide selection of menu items, including Ceviche, Guacamole, Pollo Carne Asada, Quesadilla De Pollo, Salads, Tacos, Soups, Burritos, and Drinks. Enjoy their Carnitas torta, which features Carlton Farms pork, avocado, fresh onion, lime, cilantro, cabbage, chile mayonesa, and pickled onion, all served on toasted telera bread. Güero No. 1 Tortas offers dine-in, takeaway, and outdoor seating facilities for customers' convenience.

2026 Update: Güero offers Tortas, Mezcales, and many more, 7 days a week, for lunch and dinner. Megan Sanchez and Alec Morrison have been the owners and founders of Güero No. 1 Tortas for over 9 years."

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Price:

Botanas
Chips + Salsa Del Dia $7
Chips + Guacamole $9.5
Chips + Frijoles (Con Queso) $7
Chips + All Three! $16
Esquites $5
PiñA Maya $7
Tortas
Carnitas $15
Pollo Pibil $15
Refrito $14
Masa Y Papa $16
Ahogada $15
Hamburguesa $15
Desayuno $16
Sides
Pinto Beans $3
Lime Rice $3
Escabeche $2
Ahogada Sauce $3.5
Pickled JalapeñO $0.5
Serrano Asado $0.5
Desserts
Flan De Naranja $9
Pepita Cake $9

Contact:

(503) 887-9258

Mon-Sun: 11am - 10pm

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POR QUE NO REVIEWS

Good food, great drinks. Although busy, food usually comes out quick. I like that there is tons of dog friendly outdoor seating. Recently, We got lunch here... some spicy margs - mango habanero (beautifully spicy... my favorite!)... breakfast tacos and huevo rancheros with shredded chicken (huge portion). Music was great too! I love this place!.

So many wonderful things about our city grabbing a bite of authentic food, the fresh salsas alone I would come back for, meals made with love and served by smiling happy, helpful people equals perfection on top of perfection What a great neighborhood! what a great spot! highly recommended and worth the trip.

I LOVE this place and come back every time I’m in Portland. Delicious tacos with many varieties and awesome margaritas and agua fresca. Keep doing what you’re doing.

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THE MATADOR REVIEWS

Stopped in to meet up with a friend for lunch. The salsa at the Matador has become our favorite salsa ever; so full of flavor, yet not too spicy. Our friend ordered a chicken quesadilla, which came served in a beautiful presentation. My partner and I shared the braised pork carnitas with rice and beans. Overall a very pleasant experience. Our server was Anthony P. and he was quick-witted and charming. He was very attentive to our needs and made our visit feel comfortable and relaxed. We will definitely be back when we visit Portland again.

Really enjoyed my first visit here. 3 arrived early to get a table for 5, they didn't take reservations. Never felt rushed. The service was excellent, and our server made great suggestions! Drinks were wonderful, and the food was delicious! Portions are HUGE! Everyone enjoyed everything. I am very happy that we chose here on our visit to the area.

Great food as always and the bartender today for lunch was awesome. Tequila late night happy hour is always great.

GÜERO NO. 1 TORTAS REVIEWS

The food was incredible. I was a little afraid at first that for a place this popular it was going to have bland Mexican food. But I've heard they have the best tortas in Portland so we wanted to try it out. We were blown away with everything we ate! Including the chips. Beans were just like my mom's when she makes them at home. I can even say those were some of the best beans I've had at a Latin restaurant! I had the bowl and added the carnitas. The carnitas was packed with flavor. I also had a few drinks and enjoyed it all. So delicious. I enjoyed the friendly service and the place is beautiful! Loved that it's family friendly as well. Can't wait to come back and try the pozole.

I heard the Tortas were good here and they did not disappoint. Great ingredients, friendly and helpful staff, with decent street parking. Also ordered the pozole and it had a depth of flavor that was excellent. Looking forward to going back and trying other dishes.

AMAZING carnitas torta. Such fresh ingredients and great salsa table side to add at will. Fantastic value for the money. Inclusive restroom signage was a huge plus too.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

POR QUE NO Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Experience: 8
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Study: 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

THE MATADOR Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Experience: 8
Current Evaluation: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

GÜERO NO. 1 TORTAS Total Inspection Points: 111/120
Experience: 7
Current Evaluation: 8
Reviews Study: 8
Complete Info: 9
Legitimate Ratings: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10