Lela's Bistro

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1524 NW 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97210
+1 (503) 719-4744
http://www.lelasbistro.com
Set in a traditional 1908 craftsman house on vibrant 23rd Ave, Lela's is your home-away-from-home offering authentic made from scratch Vietnamese comfort food by our Grandma Chef. Whether it's Pho, Banh Mi, Bun, Curry, Salad Rolls, etc. you're craving, come dine in our dining room surrounded by local art and global music, on rocking chairs on our porch, or outside picnic tables. You'll be treated like family!

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4.5454 reviews
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Dookie G.
9/25/2025

My go to spot for lunch. They never fail to give me a great Bahn Mhi and the soup (broth) is the best I've had in town. Everything is good here and the service is great! If you're there on the...

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Keizzel C.
7/20/2025

I've had Lela's bookmarked after watching a Mike Chen video so it was the perfect time to check it out on a Monday off. I've tried to go other days before but they were closed so had to stop by to...

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Grace C.
10/7/2025

Lela's Bistro was just ok. The ambiance was homey and cute - in a house converted to a business on NW 23rd, it is in a great, touristy location. However, the food was just ok. The menu has good...

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Marylyn T.
9/7/2024

Cute little Vietnamese spot that makes you feel so cozy on a busy street! Great service despite it being a place where you order & pay ahead of being seated. The servers were attentive and kind....

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Pablo B.
3/14/2025

Surprisingly slow, I might consider only when I have time for a longer lunch. Food was okay. Classic banh mi was just that. The pho was bloody scalding, but flavorful once it cooled down an hour...

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