Basilisk
Looking for some chicken mania? Then head straight away to Basilisk. Just as legendary as the Harry Potter chicken monster it is named after, Basilisk surely delivers a curve ball. Their juicy, super hot Fried Chicken sandwich is definitely the best and if paired with fries, you will relish it even more. Hot wings laced with sauce and Hot chicken are equally order worthy dishes on its small menu. Basilisk also serves a vegan fries option- Dan Dan fries, and vegetarian options, although they are not the specialty.
When it comes to Thai food, there may be many options in Portland but none as unique as Nong's Khao Man Gai. A one dish wonder, the cart offers the Hainanese staple of Khao Man Gai, which is essentially poached chicken served with flavored rice punctuated with the pungeon sauce and a few fresh veggies that achieve the infamous Thai balance. Nong keeps it simple wrapping up the meal in Butcher paper and the side of soup in a paper cup. To keep it from getting too mundane, choices include different cuts of protein, varying degrees of spicy sauce and Khao Man Gai Piset that simply up sizes the staple and adds bits of chicken liver. Wholesome, flavorful and at a great price making this food cart, a must stop while in the city.
Welcoming guests with plates of piping hot delicacies, their aromas wafting in the breeze, Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine in Portland has been regaling guests with its nod to traditional and classic variations of authentic Thai food. Yet another gem under the belt of the talented Kasem Saengsawang, who owns two other similar establishments at different locations, the restaurant has been garnering rave reviews for its scrumptious Thai delights cooked to perfection. The interior is colorful, quirky and elegantly furnished, presenting walls adorned in funky and creative art which instantly snags attention. Offering a menu decked with an assortment of culinary treats, Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine aims to make guests feel comfortable as they are served by friendly and efficient staff. Sample delicious treats like chicken wings, crispy calamari, crab fried rice, BBQ Kai Yang, slow cooked beef curry, Tom Yum noodle soup, Thai fried rice, Pad Thai, spicy shrimp curry, and other equally delightful dishes. You can also pick from an assortment of ingeniously crafted cocktails or choose from a selection of wine to go with your meals.
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