Fabulous food and a funky atmosphere. This restaurant is a must-see in the culinary landscape of Portland with fresh and vibrant Vietnamese cuisine served under a ceiling of parasols. Don't worry if you see a long line here because the staff manages an unusual but effective system of finding you a seat after you have ordered and your food is being cooked. Even better, the prices are relatively low. This was both the best and the least expensive meal we had while visiting Portland for a week.
I would recommend this to anyone the food is excellent. This is on my top picks for food in the area. I'm never let down. Even waiting in line is worth it.
Pretty nice atmosphere inside, they do the standard order before you sit (they find you a place and won’t take your order if there isn’t a place for you to sit). Ordering is efficient. You have to get your own water and utensils. Food was quite good though my papaya salad was a tad too sweet for me. I would’ve liked a few more shrimp and perhaps rice crackers like they do in other Vietnamese places. But hey, that’s a personal thing.
Service, as in checking on you about food or needs is non existent.
This place is definitely worth stopping in! The food was great and the people were nice. It's not a typical sit down place; you order before you sit and gather your own cutlery and water. If you want to order more there's a QR code at your seat that you can scan. They get busy quick, so expect to wait in line for about 10-15 minutes. Their pork was great in both dishes we had. We sat at the bar and be aware the drinks they sell are small and they didn't seem to be filling them all the way.
One of the best spots in Portland hands down. From location, to atmosphere, to food, they really hit the mark. All the staff were very helpful with menu recommendations, and the food was quite fast. The prices were reasonable, and the food was amazing. I highly recommenced this spot, especially if you’re visiting Portland!
Night club feel and open late. Are we in Saigon? Definitely unique with unique drinks to match. But the real draw is the food. Expertly done. This is the reason you go out…because you can’t make this at home! Had papaya salad—the best I’ve had, coconut curry, and Luc Lac steak. All excellent! The drinks were yummy and interesting. Only negative is the quality of the chairs. I almost fell over but that was because I leaned back to take a pic of the ceiling which is covered in umbrellas😆get a booth seat if possible.
Loved this place! Hip, downtown vibe. Pho had great flavor. Wine was on the table before I could grab utensils and sit down, with every table sat! Took one star off because the sugarcane shrimp was tepid. Couldn’t tell if it was supposed to be served hot and cooled off or cold and sat under a light. Also only two pieces for $9? Be do 4 for $15. Otherwise, I loved it and will def be back.
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Visiting Portland this last weekend coming from Seattle and made the usual stop at Luc Lac for a quick and tasty lunch. It's a perfect lunch on a summer day as the flavors are good, but you won't leave feeling so full when you are out exploring the city or about to sit in your car to drive 4+ hours home like us that day. We arrived close to 12pm on Sunday and had no wait with an option to sit either outside or inside. Last visit in 2022, we sat outside, so opted for inside this time. Order at the counter and then are assigned a table (E2) where you sit after getting your own utensils, water, etc. Service in this sense is almost non-existent and while the woman taking our order wasn't mean by any way, she didn't seem happy to be working. This only was noticeable as most other restaurants we visited in our trip, service seems very enthusiastic and friendly.
I got the combo vermicelli bowl which has a skewer each of: chicken, pork, beef and shrimp + choice of vegetarian or pork little egg rolls (2). My travel partner had the tofu vermicelli bowl which they loved. Flavors are definitely on point and the food is excellent. Perfect mix of proteins and carbs and some fiber vegetables to have you feeling ready for the day but on your toes instead of heavy when being a tourist like us. Cool art deco on the walls as well. We will definitely be back and highly recommend this place. Check it out!
My friend had dined here before and loved it! I agree! The atmosphere is unique, the food is fabulous and the staff is amazing and very helpful in assisting us in finding a good dessert place too! We highly recommend you stop by and dine!
Great ambience and very quick service. We had the shrimp spring rolls on the table before we could seat! Charbroiled chicken was amazing. Also like the vermicelli bowl with pork. Chicken wings weren’t that great.
Ordered takeout on October 29th. Was very busy with Halloween humans. John at the host stand and also John at the take out window were both extremely kind and attentive. The food was delicious.
Luc Lac exceeded all my expectations. The restaurant is colored red with 3D art and floating umbrellas. When you walk in you order your food and drinks and then are seated. The drinks came out quickly with the food close behind. I ordered the pork vermicelli bowl. The pork was tender and the fish sauce was tangy with a hint of sweetness. I got a chance to try the peanut chicken curry and low key wished I would have ordered it as well. If you love green tea, the Asian Vacation cocktail is your drink. Overall Luc Lac is a must if you’re in the downtown Portland area. The vibe is just right and the food speaks for itself.
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