The Best Restaurants and Bars on North Williams Avenue in Portland, OR | Eater Portland

"North Portlanders long-accustomed to trekking miles south or east for banh mi can now beeline to Lua for stellar Vietnamese fare. Its banh mi sliders are an ideal size for lunch; however, the restaurant’s rice noodle bowl entrees are also a worthy diversion, topped with crispy proteins (including tofu), pickled vegetables, herbs, and plenty of fish sauce. For soup options, Lua offers many varieties not often spotted on other Vietnamese menus, like canh bí dỏ tôm, a pumpkin shrimp soup abundant with alliums and cilantro. In typical Williams fashion, the space is bright and modern with both indoor and outdoor seating." - Nathan Williams