Portland Phoenix

"Most small plates were pleasing. A beef skewer was tender and sweet, with a bit of heat. Better still is the meltingly soft Thai sausage, infused with lemongrass and served with a sour relish."

"We like the house favorite pie w/ big piles of onion in some spots, and concentrations of mushroom in others. The crisp bacon — gathered in the middle — started the slice with salty crunch."

"Serves a nice, if not transcendent, version of classic Vietnamese pho. The broth strikes the right balance between rich and light, w/ hints of long-stewed ginger and scallion."