Güero
Mexican restaurant · Kerns
200 NE 28th Ave, Portland, OR 97232
Highlights
Iconic tortas & bowls with fresh, local ingredients
Iconic tortas & bowls with fresh, local ingredients
"The immensely buzzy sandwich shop Güero has an agave-heavy cocktail menu served in a bright and airy space. The standard margarita is solid, but the mezcal margarita, with touch of grapefruit for crisp, almost bitter acidity, is perfect for pairing with the spicy mess that is the torta ahogada." - Alex Frane
"Occupying a many-windowed corner of Portland’s East 28th Street’s restaurant row, Mexican sandwich shop Guero slings many a delicious torta to its frequent phalanx of hungry regulars. Included in its offerings is the popular and consistently delicious hamburguesa: A well-seasoned Painted Hills beef smash patty gets hit with a laundry list of toppings, including creamy avocado, American cheese, ham, and chipotle mayo. The pleasant pop of pickled jalapenos, sweet grilled onions, and chiles plays off the queso botanero." - Rebecca Roland
"For years, this stylish Northeast 28th Mexican restaurant has been known for its tortas, buns stacked with everything from Carlton Farms pork carnitas to Painted Hills braised beef. However, the non-sandwich options on the menu are also worth a perusal, including seasonal specials like pozole or desserts like orange flan with candied kumquat. Dine in to pair your meal with one of the bar’s stellar cocktails. Orders are accepted for takeout and delivery."
"A bright and sunny sandwich shop decked out with plants and Mexican artwork, Güero is all about the tortas. The restaurant’s takes on the classic Mexican sandwich come on a crispy telera roll, served with a variety of offerings including roasted meats like achiote-marinated chicken or braised beef. Vegetarian sandwich fillings include fried masa, potato pancakes, and refried beans. Most come with some manner of slaw, avocado, peppers, and cotija cheese, though there’s variety there, as well. The ahogada an iconic menu item with Carlton Farms pork, habanero slaw, and cilantro served on a grilled bolillo roll. The sandwich comes with a side of achiote sauce for either dipping or, more traditionally, drenching the whole thing." - Alex Frane
"Occupying a many-windowed corner of Portland’s East 28th Street’s restaurant row, Mexican sandwich shop Guero slings many a delicious torta to its frequent phalanx of hungry regulars. Included in its offerings is the popular and consistently delicious hamburguesa: A well-seasoned Painted Hills beef smash patty gets hit with a laundry list of toppings, including creamy avocado, American cheese, ham, and chipotle mayo. The pleasant pop of pickled jalapenos, sweet grilled onions, and chiles plays off the queso botanero." - Ron Scott, Janey Wong
