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Posted By admin on March 7, 2020

In January, when Eater Portland published the most anticipated restaurants of 2020, two bombshells had yet to drop: One, that the couple behind Han Oak would open a tiny restaurant next to their lauded destination, and two, that restaurateur Earl Ninsom and an all-star team of chefs would open a Montavilla restaurant in the former Country Cat space. The two look like huge, huge winners on paper, with star-studded casts of characters and proven skill similar to other openings coming this spring, like the Southeast Portland restaurant from the team behind Bullard, the Japanese cafe from the team behind Nodoguro, and the pizzeria from one of Portlands most oft-covered restaurateurs.

Still, most of the places opening are casual, family-friendly spots from noteworthy chefs, indicating a general trend toward a more relaxed dining market at large. Restaurateurs are looking to open places where their children can sit at the chefs counter, restaurants with kids menus and dry-aged steaks.

Of the 2020 anticipated openings, spring is the most jam-packed so far. The beginning of the year has been a touch slow on the opening front, excluding restaurants like Division restaurant Malka and Spanish spot Masia; however, between March and June, several serious Portland restaurants will open with serious potential, from a charming Southwest Portland bakery to a sprawling Southeast Portland restaurant.

What it is: A sprawling restaurant in the former Trifecta space, complete with a elegant cocktail menu, large-format dishes like dry-aged duck and ssam-style short ribs, and casual bar snacks like onion rings with koji bacon ranch. Why you should care: Collectively, Shaun King and Jamie King have worked in high-profile bars and restaurants throughout the United States, from Momofuku Las Vegas to Velveteen Rabbit. The menu at the former Mikkeller pop-up, where the two introduced themselves to Portland, had a few real stunners, including the restaurants shishito peppers and its Hokkaido squid with Kewpie mayo; both have a place on the menu at Bar King.When it opens: March 9Where it is: 726 SE 6th AvenueRead more: Bar King, the Southeast Portland Restaurant from a Culinary Power Couple, Opens March 9 [EPDX]

What it is: A casual, family-friendly restaurant in Montavilla serving things like dry-aged ribeyes from retired dairy cows, whole roasted petrale sole, garlic creamed nettles, and grilled banana splits.Why you should care: The team behind Lazy Susan is an absolute A-Team. Earl Ninsom is the man behind heavy-hitters like Hat Yai and Langbaan, Andrew Mace spent time at Le Pigeon, Nora Mace was the pastry chef at Ava Genes for years, and thats just talking about the ownership team and kitchen Han Oak alum Michelle Ruocco will be behind the bar.When it opens: Late MarchWhere it is: 7937 SE Stark StreetRead more: Eem and Le Pigeon Alums Will Open a Casual Neighborhood Restaurant in Montavilla [EPDX]

What it is: A completely vegan food cart pod in Cully, with everything from macaroni and cheese carts to Persian-spiced noodle soups.Why you should care: Theres nothing similar to this in Portland right now. Sure, there are vegan carts in Portland and exclusively vegan businesses, but a pod that is 100 percent vegan would be a novelty. When it opens: Late MarchWhere it is: 5230 NE 42nd AvenueRead more: What to Know About the New All-Vegan Food Cart Pod Opening This Month [EPDX]

What it is: A snug and cozy cocktail bar without the cocktail menu, focusing on called drinks and geeky-but-accessible wine by the glass, bottle, and retail. Why you should care: The bar comes from seasoned professional Beau Burtnick, and his goal is to provide a home-bar kind of feeling with some talent to back it up. When it opens: Early springWhere it is: 4330 N Mississippi AvenueRead more: A Portland Bar Veteran Is Opening a Cocktail Bar, Minus the Cocktail Menu [EPDX]

What it is: A Rome-meets-Detroit-style pizzeria in Southeast Portland with thick-crust pan pies in a glass case.Why you should care: Pop Pizza is owned by Marius Pop, who owns one of Portlands top pastry shops, Nuvrei. If Pops crusts get the attention of Nuvreis croissant dough or its macaron base, itll be a real standout in a crowded pizza market.When it opens: Late March or early AprilWhere it is: 610 SE Morrison StreetRead more: Portlands Pizza Boom Continues With Soon-to-Open Detroit-Ish Pizzeria [EPDX]

What it is: A Japanese cafe and evening izakaya on Southeast Belmont from the team behind Nodoguro.Why you should care: Nodoguro, an Eater 38 stalwart, is one of Portlands most exceptional spots for omakase; a restaurant like this will allow customers to try chef Ryan Roadhouses food without spending more than $100.When it opens: Hopefully March, potentially AprilWhere it is: 2838 SE Belmont StreetRead more: The Jazzy Izakaya Pop-Up from High-End Omakase Nodoguro Is Becoming a Restaurant [EPDX]

What it is: A creative, high-end cafe with dishes like pork and kimchi eggs Benedict, breakfast sandwiches with Olympia Provisions sweetheart ham, and toasts topped with smoked salmon and everything bagel seasoning. Why you should care: The Creston-Kenilworth neighborhood is going through a culinary renaissance with places like Hapa Ramen, the Johns Marketplace food cart, and, now, Cafe Rowan. When it opens: April 1Where it is: 4437 SE 39th AvenueRead more: Cafe Rowan Will Bring High-End Brunch Fare to Creston-Kenilworth [EPDX]

What it is: A bakery with brioche cinnamon rolls and breakfast sandwiches served on sourdough bagels and bolos, a type of Portuguese muffin.Why you should care: The bakery is a combination of two existing wholesale bakeries from two industry veterans Jens Bagels & Pastries and Bees Cakes. Plus, egg and cheese breakfast sandwiches on bolos will be a whole new thing for Portland. When it opens: Early AprilWhere it is: 0606 SW Dakota StreetRead more: Breakfast Sandwiches on Portuguese Bolo Levedo Are Coming to Southwest Portland [EPDX]

What it is: A Sicilian deli, sandwich shop, pizza counter, and retail store with wines and vermouths alongside Italian pantry staples.Why you should care: Portland has a lot of Italian food, but little focus on Sicilian cuisine in general. Sebastianos will provide a place to shop for Italian sundries as well as a place for Montavilla residents to stop in for an aperitivo and some snacks.When it opens: Early AprilWhere it is: 411 SE 81st AvenueRead more: An Italian Deli with Sicilian Pizza Is Coming to Montavilla [EPDX]

What it is: A small Korean restaurant from the team behind Han Oak, serving things like mandu, kalguksu, and Han Oaks Korean fried chicken.Why you should care: Han Oak can be a very hot ticket, only open a few days each week. The opening of Pocha should make chef Peter Chos food more accessible throughout the week.When it opens: Mid-AprilWhere it is: 2333 NE Glisan StreetRead more: The Team Behind Beloved Korean Spot Han Oak Will Open a Tiny Second Restaurant [EPDX]

What it is: An Italian butchery, tavern, and deli with whole hogs from an independent farmer. Why you should care: Austin Piccones farm Wallow & Root will provide the sustainably raised pigs for an all-star team that includes head chef Nic Maraziti (formerly Ava Genes and Bar Casa Vale) and head butcher Noah Grobart (formerly Old Salt Marketplace). When it opens: Late AprilWhere it is: 3434 NE Sandy BoulevardRead more: A New Heritage Butcher Shop and Italian Restaurant Is Coming to NE Sandy [EPDX]

What it is: A Burmese cafe specializing in laphet thoke, a fermented tea leaf salad, along with snacks like Burmese fried chicken nuggets with tea leaf aioli and whole roasted crickets with peanuts.Why you should care: Bistro Royale will come from Kalvin and Po Myint, co-owners of Top Burmese, and will feature a number of hits from the Northwest restaurant, in addition to an expanded menu of laphet thoke. When it opens: April, around Burmese New Year Where it is: 12655 SW First StreetRead more: Burmese Tea Leaf Salad Is Coming to Beaverton [EPDX]

What is is: A Jewish-Israeli restaurant focusing on Ashkenazi and Middle Eastern dishes everything from matzo balls and chopped chicken livers to Bulgarian kebabs with tomatoes and eggplant.Why you should care: The restaurant comes from Kasey Mills of Shalom Yall and Mediterranean Exploration Company, bringing the worldly Toro Bravo brand out to Multnomah Village. When it opens: MayWhere it is: 7850 SW Capitol HighwayRead more: A Jewish-Israeli Restaurant from a Big Portland Name Will Open in Multnomah Village [EPDX]

What it is: A cafe in Montavilla with house-baked goods and Mexican and Southern twists on brunch staples. Why you should care: The cafe comes from the married team behind Hungry Heart Bakery and the shuttered Heartbreaker, so theyre already a staple of the Montavilla neighborhood. The cafe will give neighborhood residents a new brunch spot after Country Cat closed, plus a bevy of new baked goods. When it opens: May Where it is: 7940 SE Stark StreetRead more: A New Bakery and Brunch Spot Is Headed to Montavilla [EPDX]

What it is: A casual spot from Doug Adams and Jen Quist of Bullard, complete with green chile smash burgers, fried chicken, and tater tot frito pies.Why you should care: Bullard is one of the hottest restaurants in town, currently. A recent father, Doug Adams was likely inspired to make this an especially kid-friendly restaurant for all the parents out there. Plus, the city can never have too much fried chicken. When it opens: Late springWhere it is: 7119 SE Milwaukie AvenueRead more: The Dream Team Behind Bullard Will Open a Family-Friendly Restaurant in Sellwood-Moreland [EPDX]

What it is: A 80s-Scorsese-vibed pizzeria from lauded restaurateur Joshua McFadden of Ava Genes and Tusk. Cicorias pizzas will combine multiple styles including Roman, Midwestern, and Brooklyn. Why you should care: Not only is McFadden a household name in Portland, his pizza pop-up, Party Cut, was a big success last fall. Party Cut served as a testing ground for the restaurants pizza, and considering how distinct it is from anything else in town, itll likely become an invaluable member of Portlands growing niche pizza scene.When it opens: Late springWhere it is: 3377 SE Division StreetRead more: Seasonality-Obsessed Chef Joshua McFadden Is Opening a Family-Friendly Pizzeria [EPDX]

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