Astera

Lion’s mane empanizado. Image credit: Isabel Lemus Kristensen. at Astera in Portland

Caviar tarts. Image credit: Isabel Lexus Kristensen. at Astera in Portland

The bar. Photo credit: Isabel Lemus Kristensen. at Astera in Portland

Lil peppers with cashew cheese at Astera in Portland

Smoked beet "carpaccio" and aguacate at Astera in Portland

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Vegan

Vegan

Beer/Wine

Take-out

Vegan cocktail bar with Cuban-inspired snacks. Dishes include vegan caviar, beet tartar, picadillo, empanadas, and more. Previously called Workshop Food & Drink Open Thu-Sat 6:00pm-8:00pm.

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1407 SE Belmont St, Portland, Oregon, USA, 97214
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4 Reviews

First Review by microwavenby

Incredible - Edit

Chef Aaron Adams has an infectious, inspiring energy. We had such a nice evening and the food was delicious. The overall vibe was amazing and I highly recommend a visit

Wonderful plant-based fine dining in PDX - Edit

We had an exceptional dinner on the second night of Astera's opening (note, this new iteration has been developed and tested as Workshop A+D during 2023). Astera offers a plant based tasting menu led by Chef Aaron Adams of Fermenter, Farm Spirit and Portobello fame. Adams describes Astera as love poem to Oregon’s vinified, farmed and foraged and it extensively features items grown of harvested locally and sustainably. Even the dishware is produced by local artisans. Adams offers a single seating concept. with a lovely, slowly paced multi-course meal (see menu photo), with each course introduced by Adams, who though busy preparing the next course, engages in conversations with his customers from behind the counter or as he circulates. The food is delicious and uniquely Adam's as he uses all the modern methods he has learned over 30 years with an emphasis on fermentation methods he has developed. Will absolutely be back.

Pros: Delicious, creative, beautifully presented food, Great service, Wonderful, warm atmosphere

Cons: Nothing

finding_taradise

Points +1706

Vegan

06 Oct 2023

What an Experience - Edit

I had the 7-course meal here without a drink pairing and let me tell you… it’s the perfect celebration vegan dinner! The chef greets you on your way in, along with everyone else that reserved that seating. There are only about 20 people seated and everyone is served at the same time. Chef Aaron speaks about each dish as it’s served and it was ALL delicious! Great service, exceptional food, and a core memory unlocked. 🙏

Pros: Unique, Fully vegan , Inspiring

microwavenby

Points +130

Vegan

08 Apr 2023

The experience you've been waiting for - Edit

Classy vibes and fantastically good plating. Vegetables are forward; no mock meats, completely made in house

Pros: Vegan classy tapas, Good atmosphere, Lovely staff

Cons: Drinks might be polarizing, they're very unique, A tad spendy for Portland

Amazing guava tart at Astera in Portland

kindlizard

27 Sep 2023

I'm curious as to why it's so fancy on one hand, but then they serve it on MSG crackers. Seems unfortunate, I know the arguments as to why some folks want to use MSG, but it seems like a red flag and is it also used in their other dishes as well? Idk if you have insight, but I saw the picture of the MSG crackers and figured I would mention my thought.