Urdaneta
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Urdaneta

Portland, Oregon

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A Basque-inspired pintxos bar on Alberta that feels like a sliver of San Sebastian transplanted to Northeast Portland. The counter is lined with small bites on toothpicks, the txakoli pours from height, and the whole experience encourages grazing, drinking, and talking. It's joyful food in a joyful room, and it fills a niche no other Portland restaurant occupies.

Insider tip

Stand at the bar. Order a few pintxos, a pour of txakoli, and the croquetas. Add more as the mood strikes. That's the Basque way.

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