Silk Road

The food, drinks, vibe, and the staff were all amazing. We ended up ordering more food than we planned to because it was so so good. We ordered 2 silk dumplings, general tso’s, and the wings. I couldn’t tell if I wanted to come back for a meal or for the drinks! The cocktails are all so creative—our favorite was the Taipei Milky Way, but all 6 drinks we tried were amazing.

Cool late night spot in the pearl area where you can chill and get a good drink or two. The bartender here is knowledgeable and pretty efficient in getting out drinks. The food was decent. The wings had good flavor but was a bit soggy for me. I would come here again and get some drinks with friends.

Silk Road is an elegant experience at an exceptional cocktail bar. The bites were tasty and the drinks are poured to perfection. I would recommend anyone who wants a good atmosphere date night to check them out. The owner Jay is a great conversationalist. From the moment I walked in to the moment I left I was treated like I was a 5 start guest. Thank you!

The food was great, we expected a cocktail bar with some interesting food but we were pleasantly surprised by really great food. The egg rolls and cucumber salad were my fav. Drinks were great, we also had a mocktail which wasn't on the menu but certainly should be!

Found my new favorite bar, restaurant, and lounge all in 1 spot! I was very impressed with their food + drinks and overall vibe of this place. We tried almost everything on the food menu and it was all amazing. There’s no way I could pick just 1 favorite dish but a couple of my favorites would have to be the cucumber salad, dumplings, wings and fried Ice cream. Also, the bartenders don’t miss on any drink you have them make and give fantastic service. I can’t wait to go back! This is definitely my new weekly (maybe even daily) dinner/drinks spot

If you find yourself on the westside this is the friggin spot! Great for date night or post-work drinks. Vibes are on point. Atmosphere is sexy and cool. Drinks are interesting, delicious and well done. Food is bomb af. I will come back here every single time I need to be in the NW quadrant.

Silk Road is a great new cocktail bar / restaurant. It’s got great atmosphere - super cozy, very beautiful, tons of space, and lots of seating options. The chairs at the tables are comfy. Cocktails are delicious and no joke - tons of unique drinks that taste great. I’ll totally have to go back and try everything but the mushroom room. (I hate mushrooms) The cuisine is Chinese, lots of great options. We ordered Egg Rolls, Mandarin Wings, and General Tso. All crazy tasty but I think the wings and General Tao’s won. But I was hoping my wife wouldn’t finish her egg roll so I enjoyed that as well. I can’t wait to go back and try more of the menu. I really enjoyed my time there - it’s a great spot with a chill vibe. Nice music but not too loud. The crowd was great - everything from cocktail hipsters (they know what’s up) to high powered business people to me. I’m cool. This place is cooler.

A new bar in Portland that has such a nice vibe! Our server was very welcoming and we had great conversations at the bar. The drinks are unique, strong, and delicious! The food is great as well. For food we got the silk dumplings, wok'd fried rice, general tso chicken. For drinks, we got the Sesame Street Colada and Last Place Nikki. Everything was yummy but we liked the Sesame Street Colada and General Tso Chicken best. Will be back!

Barb is a gem! Great bartender that's attentive and personable making great cocktails! Definitely worth the visit!

Amazing food and service ! Definitely would recommend for a cozy date night Or just a girls night out ! Chili oil is to die for

Silk Road has an excellent cocktail menu. I enjoy the Greentea Old fashion. Now that may sound like Yuk! But, no its surprisingly delicious. You have to go and try a cocktail for yourself there are lots of options. Speaking of options, food, you'll want to try the chili sauce (made in house ) on whatever you choose to experience . It has some heat but is more flavor then spice. You can not go wrong! The menu is small but every item offers something special and a bit different in the presentation. Lastly. You will feel welcomed. Just walk in act like you know... go to the bar and speak your drink desires and you will be served with professionalism. BTW: Have you been to Lulu on the SE Grand? Go! Go there also.

This bar experience was top notch. We sat at the bar and our bartender was excellent. We had a play to go to and they made sure we got our food and drinks with enough time to enjoy our visit. The cocktails were great. The food was even better. The vibes were immaculate.

Absolutely enjoyed everything we ordered here. The cocktails were exquisite. The fried rice, calamari, and noodles were so flavorful. We sat at the bar which was gorgeous. Our bartenders took great care of us. This is a fantastic spot for a date night.

Portland's bar scene is top notch, and this scene has food to rival its drinks. Silk Road makes this list. With the same owner as Lulu bar in SE Portland, I was excited to see this expansion. The interior is beautiful with booths, tables, mirrors, and a beautiful, arch display of their spirits. Lighting was warm and dim, but not too dark. We got the Salt and Pepper Calamari, Silk Dumplings, and Chow Wow Noodles. The food was great! It reminded me of a Thai-Chinese fusion and I was not mad. The rice noodles were a bit too mushy for my liking, but the flavors were great. Portions sizes are great for sharing, but also enough for a full meal. In NW Portland, Silk Road is classy and stylish, great for date nights or a chill evening for food and drinks!

I highly recommend newer NW bar Silk Road, for an after work happy hour or weekday date night downtown. I work in NW but live in NE so don't spend much time downtown after work. I have a friend that lives in SW and wanted to meet up after work. Silk Road was on the list and we decided to check it out. The aesthetic and vibes are on point and the staff is super friendly and quick to assist. You order at the bar but it still feels like table service. My friend and I opted out of drinking that night but can't wait to go back and try the oolong old fashion. The food was phenomenal. We got the General Tsos Chicken and the Chow Wow Noodles to share between us. Well portioned for the price and not too salty. I was able to find street parking right out front but recommend planning extra time since it's in the pearl. It wasn't too busy when we went just after 5pm on a Thursday.

Great drinks, phenomenal food, and amazing ambiance. The inside of the bar is beautiful with booth and bar seats. It is a bit small, so it could get a bit cramped when busy. But, the vibe is great and the music is good! Service is always very nice and pretty quick. All the drinks I've had here have been a unique blend of liquors and ingredients (such as mushroom!) and it's been fun to try. The food is soo good, and I would honestly come back just for the food. Highly recommend to check this spot out at least once!

A perfect place for an intimate night out. Found this gem on social media and I'm so glad we ended our Friday night here! The unique cocktails, modern ambiance, and house music played by the DJ were all spot-on. The cocktail menu includes some of the most eye catching names. I ordered the Taipei Milky Way and it was dangerously delicious. The booths are dimly lit and seats are very comfortable. I look forward to visiting again and also trying the food menu next time!

Was walking by on a rainy fall evening and was greeted by the security guard - host . Very friendly and accommodating. The vibes and the ambiance caught my attention. I was actually headed to another restaurant but decided to give this place a try . I wasn't disappointed. The menu is not very extensive, however the options all sounded tasty . I ordered the cucumber salad and the general tso chicken . Absolutely delicious. The bartenders were friendly and did an awesome job at being attentive. The crowd was diverse, a lot of nice looking people enjoying their selves and food . I give this place 5 starts . A wonderful gem in the pearl district to grab a bite to eat

This is such a great place for a small bite to eat. We ordered three things, the dumplings, mandarin wings and salt and pepper squid. All three of these were amazing in taste, super flavorful, I'd recommend getting all three of these! This place also has a great aesthetic and atmosphere, it's a great place for a date or happy hour with your coworkers! I also love that you are supporting an local asian business!

We enjoyed this restaurant so much we went twice! Nice, bright restaurant with a cool bar. Their menu is small but what they have they do well. It is Asian food and it is so yummy. Good drinks too. The bartenders are great and super friendly. I would defiantly go back!

Love the space. It's cute and elegant, very tastefully designed. We stopped in for a quick drink around 4:15pm. We ordered at the bar and they brought everything out and they bus your table. Sesame Street Colada was great as well as the Silk Dumplings. I would not order the Fugus Among Us drink again. It was risky! I would come back to check out more dishes.

Silk Road is a new cocktail bar and restaurant located on NW Hoyt. The ambiance is super cozy and sexy, with dimmed lighting that sets the perfect mood for a cocktail bar and lounge. The seating options are diverse, including plush booths, comfortable table bench seating, high top tables, and a stylish bar top. The service is exceptional, with bartenders who are highly knowledgeable and skilled in crafting fun and unique cocktails. The food was delicious, and we enjoyed their most popular dishes. We're looking forward to exploring more of their menu on our next visit!

Very limited vegan options, but it's a cocktail bar which makes sense! Cocktails were yummy. Excellent service. Very cute and lowkey.

Aesthetic and the lovely service team reign supreme at Silk Road. For non-locals, finding Silk Road may be the most significant challenge when hoping to spend time here. The nondescript sign and narrow space make it difficult to find for even neighborhood locals like me and my friends. The large patios at neighboring cider houses make it even more confusing at first, but, I like that they are somewhat conspicuous, since who doesn't like a journey?! The team says they will soon have an outdoor space, too, so these challenges should abate. Once inside, be prepared to awe at the aesthetic and warm design. The booths are cozy, and the bar top is ample for crowds. However, if you are spending time here during popular hours, you will be required to push through bar crowds, since counter service is the only way to order food and drink. To me, this is the most significant miss. Most other spaces offer QR code ordering for tables in this scenario, and, since bartenders are doing triple duty as drink makers, food senders, and number givers (for orders), there are quite a few misses that can occur during high stress and busy moments. Don't get me wrong, the team is talented, and I'm sure they can handle it. It's just... there are better ways to make this experience even more abundant for the guest. The food menu offers some of the best Chinese food that I have come across in Portland. I've had the chance to spend a few days here, and each time, everything was perfect. However, on busy days, be prepared to wait 20 minutes for drinks, and almost an hour for food. I'm sure things will improve with time, so my rating only reflects the benchmark for which things can be bettered. I can't wait to come back here when there is an outdoor space, otherwise, I'll be back in fall or winter when the weather turns again. The indoor space is perfect for cozy evenings with romantic partners or friends. Be prepared to socialize!

WOW - I have not been this instantly obsessed in awhile. The food and cocktails are both EQUALLY incredible. Highly recommend the Sesame Street Colada to drink. All the food was incredible - we tried the: fried rice, general tsos chicken, crispy tofu, and dumplings. If I had to pick one to drop it would be a hard choice but maybe the dumplings - only because everything else was sooo flavorful. This is a great spot for an after work drink or a date night!

Love this place! Drinks are so good and music is chefs kiss. It is an intimate place, dark, lit lightly, and comfy seats. I definitely will come again. I ordered the senate sour & old fashioned. Interesting m, unique flavors of chrysanthemum gin and some egg white fluff. Well made old fashioned. Bartenders are helpful & quick!

I visited on a Friday night around 9:30 pm and luckily snagged a seat at the bar. While the tables were occupied, the atmosphere was lively, with some guests standing near the bar and a DJ playing great music. The ambiance here is both classy and charming, perfect for a chill night out. The cocktails are beautifully crafted, featuring unique flavors and ingredients that really stand out. The bartenders were super nice too! Although I didn't try the food this time, it looked and smelled absolutely delicious. I'll definitely be returning soon to experience the full menu

Salt & Pepper Calamari was well seasoned but not crispy enough for me. It was on the softer side but still tasty! Got an assortment of cocktails, and they were all good. Can't go wrong with any drink. Would come back to try more!

Unfortunately not a great experience for a lot of people tonight. I got in line around 9 pm. Got in the door around 10 pm. Almost all the food was sold out with a cucumber salad, Wok'd Rice, and ice cream available to order. I am willing to wait in very long lines for food/drinks. I understand that they are new. I understand that Eater just posted an article about them and gave them a lot of attention 2 days ago and they got slammed. Some of the issues are understandable, some are just plain negligent. Logistics: - From the outside it was obvious there were a few booths open, so why make people wait outside? - Following up on the above, it wasn't because they were trying to load balance the wait staff because you need to go to the bar to order. - Let people know you're running out of/are out of food. People can grab food somewhere else and come back for the drinks. It was very clear after getting inside that everyone had planned on ordering food. Letting people find out inside after waiting 1+ hours outside sets a bad tone. People will forgive growing pains if you at least communicate with them. - The couple in line behind me got more food than me. The couple in front of me had fewer options than me. It was all kinds of messed up. Food: I ended up ordering the Wok'd Rice and the Malaysian Fried Ice Cream dessert. I wasn't feeling the cucumber salad. - Wok'd rice ($16): A little on the dry side, had some nice bits of Chinese sausage, but honestly mediocre. The Eater article mentioned that these portions were meant to be shared, but the portion size was maybe 1.5 the size of a standard small rice bowl - Malaysian Fried Ice Cream: The outside of the dessert was similar to a churro. Fried nicely with a light texture, but otherwise bland in taste. Drinks: I ordered the Midnight Collisions: spiced rum, Jamaican rum, lemongrass coconut milk syrup, lemon, and soda water. I could only taste the soda water, lemon, and some rum. It was not good. I didn't want to try another drink. I ended up drinking a quarter of my drink and leaving the rest. The bartender and the woman bringing food out were friendly and nice. Hopefully, this is good for them in the long run. If they can fix all these things before the hype wears down they have a chance of being a new hot spot in The Pearl. I wanted to like this place, but I'm not sure if I'd give them another chance. I left thinking that I would have been better off going to Taco Bell and then heading to Pink Rabbit or Teardrop Lounge for drinks. I've had Lulu on my radar, but now I wonder if I should bother checking it out since it's the same owner. If you feel inclined to go to this place, I'd recommend waiting at least a month to let them sort things out. Maybe six. If they survive, they should have ironed out all the issues. If they don't, you save yourself some time and money.

Cool late night spot in the pearl area where you can chill and get a good drink or two. The bartender here is knowledgeable and pretty efficient in getting out drinks. The food was decent. The wings had good flavor but was a bit soggy for me. I would come here again and get some drinks with friends.

The cutest cocktail bar I've been to! Such good vibes the moment we walked into the door. Oldies were playing, the ambiance/decor is stunning and romantic. Tables are first come first serve as expected at a cocktail bar. Service was great. We were greeted by multiple staff members as we entered the bar and sat down. Food came out quick, which I was surprised with how busy it was. Everything was absolutely delicious! We ordered the silk dumplings, chow wow noodles and mandarin wings and everything was seasoned perfectly. Cocktails were also really good and unique. Price is fair considering how tasty everything was as well as ambiance and service. Will be coming back! Great place to bring friends when they're in town.

silk road a cute cocktail bar in downtown portland. we came for a thursday happy hour and were not disappointed. the vibe is really great with some cool interior decorating and a good playlist. the staff was really friendly and provided quick service. we tried 4 of their cocktails. the five spice snaquiri is strong and bitter if you like that. sour senate, colada, and last place nikki are all craft cocktails with good flavors that's are easy to drink. the bartenders were knowledgeable and able to adjust for special requests. the food was the best part! the crispy tofu had the perfect texture with a deliciously sweet sauce. general tso's chicken was fantastic and had a good kick to it. the dumplings were just alright, and didn't stand out compared to the other 2 since the filling didn't have a great flavor.

Staff was very friendly, quick and attentive. I enjoyed my cocktails, I had the Midnight Collisions - delicious, would definitely have it again - well, balanced IMO. I also had the Wok'd Rice, which was DE-licious and my friend loved her Chow Wow noodles. Music was great and liked the ambiance, good lighting and nicely decorated.

really cute new bar in the pearl. as soon as we walked in, it felt like we were in another world almost. it's SO cute inside and the music playlist was chefs kiss. you order at the bar which is why i gave it a 4 versus a 5. it was busy (yay) but it didn't feel super efficient. there was a server who brought drinks and food out, but you had to order from the bar even for more items. to be fair, they are probably still figuring out service. i got the tiger blood cobbler which was good, but i'd probably try something different next time. i also wish it had a straw. the crispy tofu was soooo good!!! my friends like the wings and dumplings, too. everyone was super kind and the service was quick. i'll definitely be back!

Fantastic bar on a well trafficked area in the Pearl from the makers of Lulu on the east side. The decor is stylish and the bartenders were all friendly and welcoming. It was crowded on an early Sat night, but thankfully we were able to snag a few seats at the bar. I thought they did a good job keeping up with the crowd as ordering is completed at the bar. The drinks were really fantastic. I enjoyed both the daiquiri drink and another rum concoction (can't recall the name). Both were well made. No draft beers and much to my husband's chagrin- no IPAs, but let's be honest, you can get a good IPA anywhere in this city. Food for me was a little disappointing and not as tasty as Lulu. I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here again, but if I had the munchies I would absolutely order food from here again. We tried the following: Dumplings: skip these. The filling isn't very good Crispy Tofu: Boring, but I did think the tofu had a nice crisp and decent flavor General Tso Chicken: Not as crispy as I expected, but I thought this was tasty Noodles: Skip. Wasn't chow fun noodles and needed more flavor Anyways. Its a great bar and I would highly recommend trying it out..

general tso was top 3 general tso I've ever had, a must try although I do like a little bit of a crisp this dish had none however I've gotta say it's on franks noodle house general tso level egg rolls are pretty filling but the sauce could be much better dumplings were too small to want to order again sesame street colada = first drink is stiff but the second was mad delicate bartenders = super tentative small but a great intimate setting

love their food here! their general tso chicken is top tier along with the chow wow noodles. we tried the dumplings last time & they were great. we tried the salt & pepper calamari (not pictured) this time & we weren't disappointed . honestly come here mostly for the food. dark ambiance with a okay amount of light from the skylight windows. the guy that greets people at the front is always so nice & so are the bartenders! they don't have waiters/waitresses so you order everything at the bar

Blown away by the amazing food! The ambience was a really good vibe! Only a few items on the menu but all of them were frigging amazing! Don't think you could go wrong!!! Service excellent. Go here very quickly!!!!

I wish I could give them 10 stars. Music, atmosphere, interior design, service, FOOD & DRINKS - TOP NOTCH. The prices were expensive but worth it and they just opened last month.. I will not be sharing this restaurant with anyone just so I can keep it all to myself. Love love love

Nice, cozy ambience perfect for a date night. The host was friendly and seated us right away since there was no wait even on a weekend night. Chow Wow noodles were phenomenal and a MUST TRY - it had that perfect umami "wok hei" (smoky flavor that you can only get from a super hot wok) reminiscent of what you'd get at an authentic hawker stall in Singapore or Malaysia. Coupled with generous dose of chili oil, this was perfection. It paired perfectly with the cucumber salad - normally I'm skeptical to pay $12 for cucumber salad because of how much cheaper it is to make it yourself at home, but Silk Road's version was actually really tasty with a nice crunch from the fried shallots and marinated well. We'd love to come back to try the other dishes like the General Tso's chicken and salt and pepper squid. Docking one star only because the portion sizes should be a little bigger for the prices charged, but overall we had a good experience and will visit again in future!

Wow! The drinks here (though a little pricy) were some of the tastiest I've ever had in PDX. The service was on point, and the vibes were laid back, especially with the live DJ setting the mood. Need to come back to try the food menu!

Great ambiance and drinks. We'll definitely be back soon. The food was better than typical bar food for sure. Our group loved the wings and noodles.

The doorman was entertaining and welcoming. The food and drinks is were perfect. The sizing was perfect for a night of samples and tasttasted delicious. Definitely recommend! It was a little dark, but enough light to see the menu. Due to the size it can be a little loud, but I enjoyed the energy level.

A new bar in Portland that has such a nice vibe! Our server was very welcoming and we had such nice conversations at the bar. The drinks are unique, strong, and delicious! The food is great as well. For food we got the silk dumplings, wok'd fried rice, general tso chicken. For drinks, we got the Sesame Street Colada and Last Place Nikki. Everything was yummy but we liked the Sesame Street Colada and General Tso Chicken best. Will be back!

Fun vibe, super yummy small plates, friendly staff, and delicious crafted drinks! Visiting from AZ. Highly recommend!

Second time eating here, and it was even better than the first! Highly recommend the pepper salted squid, the dumplings, general tsaos chicken, the tofu...honestly we haven't had a dish we didn't love here, and we've now tried probably 85% of the menu! Also, I would just say that for a "small plates" place, the servings are surprisingly generous! Great cocktails too. Highly recommended!

Great food, get the general tso's chicken, and cocktails! Staff was on point and made the experience even better.

Awesome cocktail bar with excellent Chinese food. We had dumplings, generals chicken, cucumber salad. All were delicious. Highly recommend this establishment.

These days I'm finding it more and more of importance to pay respect where respect is due after having some really horrible service experiences in the city. Silk Road is incredible!! Their food and cocktails are amazing! Also the service is great! Everyone is so kind. We love this place and highly suggest!

Went on a first date here and it went fantastic. Sorry I didn't take pictures. The food and drinks were soooo good but minimal portions at a high price. The ambiance was intimate but lively.

Divine food, excellent service, and contemporary ambiance! Silk Road is so unique and sets the bar high!

My boyfriend and I highly recommend attending this establishment for dinner! We ordered the cucumber salad as an appetizer, which was super fresh. We also ordered the chow wow noodles and the fried rice, hands down the best of both that I have EVER tried. We accompanied these sides with the General Tso chicken and Mandarin wings. I loved the chicken but could've gone without the wings, as we ordered a lot of food. At the end, we finished everything we ordered. Definitely will be dreaming of this place?

Silk Road had good late night food and drinks. But be prepared for a noisy and dark atmosphere if you go late night.

All the food and drinks we ordered were delicious, but the beef noodle dish was one of the best things we've eaten in awhile. Super cute inside with great classic music. I hope they consider adding non-alcoholic cocktails to the menu but they made me a great virgin mojito.

Went to this highly recommended bar for some late night drinks. We didn't eat so I can't comment on the food but everyone we talked to said it was good. Finding the place was a bit of a challenge, the entrance is on Hoyt. Our GPS for whatever reason directed us to 13th Ave. The bar has a pretty cool vibe and is relatively dark, lit by lots of candle light. Good music playing that of added to the ambiance. We sat at one of the few hightops. You do need to go to the bar to get a drink, but with three bartenders, there was little wait and the staff were all really freindly. Our only issue was the drinks were really weak, not just a little light but really weak, I was drinking whisky and water short and you could barely see any color in the glass. A bit disappointing, so we left. Overall a nice place and everyone said the food was great, but the lack of booze in our drinks was disappointing.

This restaurant is not Celiac-friendly. While they have multiple "gluten-free" items on their menu, none of them are safe for people with Celiac disease. NOTHING is Celiac friendly! So sad!! Beautiful restaurant though...

I know most people will stop by for drinks but the food here is so amazing and shouldn't be missed, highly recommend making room for both!