Social Profile: 
✔️Breakfast ✔️Brunch ✔️Lunch ✔️Dinner ✔️Dine in ✔️Take out
… View more
Amora Bistro is a small family-owned restaurant that specializes in traditional cuisine from Ecuador. Our dishes are made using authentic recipes and ingredients, ensuring that every bite is full of flavor and culture. We also offer a wide selection of Ecuadorian and local beverages to complement your meal.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2823 SW 1st Ave, Portland, OR 97201
Phone: (503) 917-0032
Website: https://www.amorapdx.com/
Menu Photos
Order and Reservations
Reservations: opentable.com
Photo Gallery
Related Web Results
Amora Ecuadorian Bistro
At Amora, we pride ourselves on offering an unforgettable dining experience. Our chefs use only the freshest ingredients and traditional techniques to …
Menus – Amora Ecuadorian Bistro
Thank you for a great first year. May many more come! Instagram. Feed coming soon. Amora Ecuadorian Bistro. 2823 Southwest 1st Avenue, Portland, OR, USA.
Amora Ecuadorian Bistro | Portland OR – Facebook
Amora Bistro is a small family-owned restaurant that specializes in traditional cuisine from Ecuador.
Reviews
Elizabeth Haughton
I was surprised to find an ecuadorian restaurant in Oregon but I have to say they nailed the food and ambiance. The pan de yuca, bolons, ceviche, guatita, arroz merinero, y torta de maduro were absolutely delicious. We were there for el Dia de los muertos and were surprised with colada morada which was super yummy. The chef Andres was so nice and was more than happy to make us biche which was not on the menu but might be in the future . Gaby was our waitress all 3 days we went and she was super friendly and such a pleasure to talk to. We had the opportunity to meet Cesar the owner and greatly enjoyed reminiscing of places in ecuador and how the restaurant came to be. True to the ecuadorian culture this restaurant has a cozy, laid back, welcoming vibe that makes you feel at home. It is definitely a must try if you are in the area or even dont mind a bit of a drive .
… moreAnahi Quezada
The food was delicious and pretty authentic. The people were welcoming and the restaurant has a unique vibe and atmosphere. My friends and I loved the food and drinks. Totally a good spot in Portland.
… moreAaron Sanson
Excellent food and a very cute space. Everything we ordered was delicious, but what really stood out was how incredibly friendly and welcoming the staff was. Such a great experience—definitely a place we’ll be coming back to!
… moreA M
My Ecuadorian husband and I had been looking for a restaurant like this in the area for a while. We finally got to visit and everything was delicious and authentic, with as much precision as you can get outside of Ecuador! Our server, K.J., was very kind and speaks Spanish. We can tell the chef, Andres, also really cares about the cuisine and experience. We definitely plan to be back to try other dishes and fun socials!
… moreErin Weidner
We had a fantastic first visit here. The atmosphere is so cozy and welcoming…the Ecuadorian pride is very cool to see. Our service was friendly and she was happy to answer our questions. The Encebollado (fish stew) was beyond delicious, and they make a mean sangria! We all enjoyed our meals, and I need to make another trip soon for that stew!
… moreAlfredo Rodriguez
We visited Amora for the first time and we were very impressed with the food. It was carefully prepared and the flavors reminded me of home. We had the tostones, ceviche, maduros con queso, and the fritada. It was all delicious. The service was great, we had 3 different people attend to us and they were all friendly, quick and pleasant. It was a great experience. We visited on a Sunday at 4 and, you can make reservations.
… moreMatthew Kirschner
Amora Ecuadorian Bistro in Portland is an absolute gem! Every visit has been a fantastic experience, and I can’t recommend it enough for anyone looking to try truly authentic Ecuadorian cuisine.
My go-to is always the Encebollado (pictured!), which is incredibly flavorful and tastes exactly like what you’d find in Ecuador – it’s a true comfort in a bowl, especially with the side of plantain chips and lime. My wife, who is Ecuadorian, raves about their Seco de Pollo (also pictured), confirming its authenticity and deliciousness. For first-time tasters of Ecuadorian food, the Seco de Pollo is definitely a perfect and approachable starting point, served beautifully with rice, plantains, and avocado.
Whether you’re from Ecuador or have visited, you’ll find the entire menu at Amora to be wonderfully authentic. And as the weather cools down, do yourself a favor and order the Canelazo – this warm, spiced drink from the Andes highlands (I’m eagerly awaiting its return!) is pure comfort for the heart and soul.
Amora Ecuadorian Bistro consistently delivers authentic, flavorful food that transports you straight to Ecuador. A must-visit!
… moreMy go-to is always the Encebollado (pictured!), which is incredibly flavorful and tastes exactly like what you’d find in Ecuador – it’s a true comfort in a bowl, especially with the side of plantain chips and lime. My wife, who is Ecuadorian, raves about their Seco de Pollo (also pictured), confirming its authenticity and deliciousness. For first-time tasters of Ecuadorian food, the Seco de Pollo is definitely a perfect and approachable starting point, served beautifully with rice, plantains, and avocado.
Whether you’re from Ecuador or have visited, you’ll find the entire menu at Amora to be wonderfully authentic. And as the weather cools down, do yourself a favor and order the Canelazo – this warm, spiced drink from the Andes highlands (I’m eagerly awaiting its return!) is pure comfort for the heart and soul.
Amora Ecuadorian Bistro consistently delivers authentic, flavorful food that transports you straight to Ecuador. A must-visit!
Ariel Mangum
Great experience !! I’m half Ecuadorean and went out with my parents out to eat here as we were shocked to find an Ecuadorean restaurant in Oregon. The people were incredibly kind, the atmosphere was lovely, and the food was so good!! I hope everyone goes and loves it and that it stays forever. Get morros with everything you order! We’ll be back for caldo de bolas!
… moreBilly Martin
A very quaint little restaurant that really does transport the guest to what I can easily imagine might be representative of an Ecuadorian restaurant. The serving staff are very friendly and helpful.
Where things kinda dell apart was with the food. Unfortunately, their baker was absent this week so I didn’t get to try the cheese bread. The pork appetizer with corn was a nice size for the price, but the pork chop meal with rice and lentils was way over cooked and dried out and very hard to cut and the lentils had no flavor. I had to pour on the hot sauce to have any feeling about the food. the salad on the plate was some lettuce and other veggies but basically an underdressed American salad. The smashed plantains were the one highlight.
I was saddened by the experience as this place is only 3 minutes away and it looks like it has tremendous potential. I will likely give it a couple months but will try again. I truly hope this was just a bad night and that things are different next time.
… moreWhere things kinda dell apart was with the food. Unfortunately, their baker was absent this week so I didn’t get to try the cheese bread. The pork appetizer with corn was a nice size for the price, but the pork chop meal with rice and lentils was way over cooked and dried out and very hard to cut and the lentils had no flavor. I had to pour on the hot sauce to have any feeling about the food. the salad on the plate was some lettuce and other veggies but basically an underdressed American salad. The smashed plantains were the one highlight.
I was saddened by the experience as this place is only 3 minutes away and it looks like it has tremendous potential. I will likely give it a couple months but will try again. I truly hope this was just a bad night and that things are different next time.
Angela Hamilton
I’ve been hoping for an Ecuadorian Restaurant in Portland FOREVER having lived there for several years, and Amora Ecuadorian Bistro delivers on those Ecua cravings! Yesterday for lunch, I had their delicious special–Bandeja de Cangrejo. It was a creative twist on typical Ecuadorian ingredients that combined so many textures (crispy and soft rice), flavors (sweet and savory plantain, lime and salt, fresh red onion, cilantro, and avocado, and generous portions of shelled crab). I savored every bite! My friend who was new to Ecuadorian cuisine and not a very adventurous eater enjoyed a household staple–Seco de Pollo.
During previous visits, I’ve had the Encebollado, which will be a trusted stand-by once I’ve worked my way through the rest of the menu. It’s especially warming with fresh ingredients (known as the hang-over brunch staple in Guayaquil) and perfect now that the weather is cooling off. I highly recommend the Llapingachos and Pan de Yuca as an appetizer or to get the pan de yuca with the Yogur as a dessert or snack.
I’m still looking forward to trying the rotating traditional lunch special of the day that comes with a soup, main dish, side of rice, and drink or dessert. The Locro Vegetal soup with the Friday lunch menu is on my list for next time!
Settled into a neighborhood off the beaten path makes Amora a destination for gathering with friends to enjoy a cozy meal surrounded by colorful decor and great Latin American rock and dance music from the 90s and 2000s. It’s hard to find a place like this serving both creative cuisine and typical national dishes rooted. Don’t miss out on the delicious food and warm charm that they deliver on.
… moreDuring previous visits, I’ve had the Encebollado, which will be a trusted stand-by once I’ve worked my way through the rest of the menu. It’s especially warming with fresh ingredients (known as the hang-over brunch staple in Guayaquil) and perfect now that the weather is cooling off. I highly recommend the Llapingachos and Pan de Yuca as an appetizer or to get the pan de yuca with the Yogur as a dessert or snack.
I’m still looking forward to trying the rotating traditional lunch special of the day that comes with a soup, main dish, side of rice, and drink or dessert. The Locro Vegetal soup with the Friday lunch menu is on my list for next time!
Settled into a neighborhood off the beaten path makes Amora a destination for gathering with friends to enjoy a cozy meal surrounded by colorful decor and great Latin American rock and dance music from the 90s and 2000s. It’s hard to find a place like this serving both creative cuisine and typical national dishes rooted. Don’t miss out on the delicious food and warm charm that they deliver on.