"Birrieria PDX, in East Portland near the Gresham border, was one of the city’s braised beef pioneers, and they’re still going strong with multiple locations and a sit-down restaurant. Ignore the flashy birria ramen and fries and order the PDX sampler featuring the greatest hits, including the very necessary quesataco oozing with melted cheese and a cup of consomme—the fortifying broth will leave you feeling like you can take on the world (or more realistically, a short hike at Powell Butte). You’re given a beeper so you can wait in your car until your food is ready, or hit the Supermercado across the street and pick up some bottles of Topo Chico for the road. " - krista garcia
Emily Triggs
