PASAR
Concordia, Portland
Restaurant in Portland, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
PASAR is a practical Alberta Street pick for a flexible dinner or weekend midday meal, especially if you have been once and want an easy return plan. It is less useful for diners who need published price cues, a named cuisine category, or award credentials before choosing.
About PASAR
Should you plan around PASAR in Portland? Yes if the plan is a casual meal during its posted open windows; skip it if the occasion needs a known menu, price range, accolades, or other specifics before you go.
For Portland planning, the useful question is not whether the city has options, but which one fits the moment. PASAR is easiest to evaluate by its basics: it is in Portland, the dress code is casual, the schedule is limited to Wednesday through Sunday service windows.
Use it for a casual plan with clear timing
PASAR is open Wednesday through Friday from 5–9 PM, with Saturday and Sunday hours from 12–3 PM and 5–9 PM. It is closed Monday and Tuesday. That makes it a fit for dinner later in the week, with additional weekend daytime availability.
The tradeoff is clarity. Without a price range, named cuisine type, chef, awards, or signature dishes to lean on, this is not the venue to sell to a group using credentials. It is stronger for diners who are comfortable choosing based on the service window and weaker for planners who need to pre-screen every detail before committing.
Who should compare it with other options
Choose PASAR when the priority is a casual Portland meal within its posted hours. If the group is also considering other options, Expatriate, Great Notion Brewing - Alberta, La Sirenita, Ripe Cooperative, Sip Juice Bar are reasonable names to compare based on the kind of outing you want.
For broader planning, use the full Portland restaurants guide rather than forcing this into every occasion.
Planning details
- Location
- 3023 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- opentable.com/restaurant/profile/1350946
- Phone
- +15034778232
The take
The Take
The Vibe
PASAR sits comfortably in the Alberta Arts District as a neighborhood-minded spot that privileges repeat visitors over one-time spectacle. The write-up frames it as a market-inspired room — think shared tables and a low-key, personal approach to cooking — rather than a formal tasting destination. Hospitality feels unfussy and familiar; the service and format lean toward communal, convivial dining. Expect an unpretentious, charming space where the local rhythm matters more than showmanship, and where the emphasis is on food that rewards repeat visits rather than ceremonial presentation.
Best For
This is a place built for locals and return visitors: casual date nights, relaxed hangouts with friends, and small group meals all fit the bill. The market and shared-table framing makes it especially good when you want an informal, social meal rather than a formal tasting menu. Because the restaurant prioritizes neighborhood loyalty and everyday cooking, it’s a smart choice when you want a dependable, convivial dinner spot where the room hums with familiar faces and steady neighborhood energy.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the menu’s signature items and the market-style approach: order Nasi Goreng, Siomay and the pork belly to get a clear sense of the kitchen’s flavors. The shared-table mentality suggests ordering a few dishes to pass so everyone can taste across preparations. Given the neighborhood focus, expect straightforward, well-executed plates rather than elaborate theatrical courses—pick a handful of highlights and share them with the table.
Venue details
Ambiance
Tropical Portland vibe with batik fabrics, folkloric figurines, and thatched bar awning creating a playful, transportive atmosphere.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Nasi Goreng
- Siomay
- Pork Belly
Planning details
Location
3023 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211 · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if PASAR is not the right fit
Pick Expatriate if the night is more about cocktails than dinner. Pick Great Notion Brewing - Alberta for a beer-led group that wants a looser Alberta hang.
For daytime lightness, Sip Juice Bar is the cleaner alternative. For a clearer cuisine brief, use Ripe Cooperative.
Restaurant context
How PASAR compares on Alberta and nearby Portland picks
PASAR is the flexible restaurant choice in this set: useful for dinner and weekend midday plans, with easier booking pressure than a high-demand destination room. Expatriate is the better call when cocktails are the center of the night, while PASAR makes more sense when the meal has to carry the plan.
For value-driven, low-ceremony eating, La Sirenita is the sharper cross-shop. For a clearer American-cuisine brief, Ripe Cooperative is easier to explain to a group. Great Notion Brewing - Alberta is the better fit for beer-led groups and a louder casual hang; Sip Juice Bar is for a lighter daytime stop, not a dinner substitute.
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Compare PASAR
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| PASAR | Portland | ; | No published awards |
| La Sirenita | Portland | ; | No published awards |
| Expatriate | Portland | New American - Cocktail Lounge | No published awards |
| Ripe Cooperative | Portland | American Cuisine | No published awards |
| Sip Juice Bar | Portland | ; | No published awards |
| Great Notion Brewing - Alberta | Portland | ; | No published awards |
How PASAR Portland compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to compare with PASAR?
Other options to compare include Expatriate, La Sirenita, Great Notion Brewing - Alberta, Ripe Cooperative, Sip Juice Bar. PASAR fits when you want a casual meal in Portland during its posted open hours.
Does PASAR handle dietary restrictions?
If anyone in the group has a serious restriction, contact PASAR directly before going and avoid assuming that a specific accommodation is available.
Are daytime or dinner hours better at PASAR?
PASAR is open for dinner Wednesday through Sunday from 5–9 PM, it also has Saturday and Sunday hours from 12–3 PM. Dinner is available on more days; the daytime window is limited to the weekend.
Is PASAR good for solo dining?
PASAR can work for solo dining if its hours fit your schedule. The dress code is casual, the key planning detail is timing: it is closed Monday and Tuesday, open Wednesday through Friday from 5–9 PM, open Saturday and Sunday from 12–3 PM and 5–9 PM.
What should I order at PASAR?
Is PASAR good for a special occasion?
It may work for a modest, casual occasion if the posted hours fit your plan. For a high-stakes celebration, consider whether you need clearer menu, price, seating details before committing.
