• Luc Lac Vietnamese Kitchen

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Serves meat, vegan options available. Vietnamese restaurant with a small menu offering several clearly labeled items that are vegan or can be made vegan. Vegan options include: crispy spring rolls, pho, and vermicelli or rice bowl with tofu (sub a soy-based dressing for the fish sauce-based one). Open Mon-Sun 11:00am-2:30pm, Mon-Thu 4:00pm-12:00am, Fri-Sat 4:00pm-4:00am, Sun 4:00pm-12:00am.


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23 Reviews

First Review by klkm

clairemitch

Points +165

Vegan
15 Nov 2024

Been going here for years, always great!

I’ve been going here for years and it is always a favorite of mine. I always order either the veggie pho, or the lemongrass stir fry. I wish I could try the other vegan options, but I am allergic to peanuts. Otherwise, this is a great place to hit up if you’re downtown! They always serve your food SUPER fast. Usually within 5 minutes of sitting down (depending on how busy it is ofc).

Pros: Super speedy service , Cool interior design, Vegan options / allergens labeled on menu

Cons: Can be quite packed sometimes

colleen13

Points +19

Mostly Veg
26 Apr 2024

varied veg options

I appreciate that pretty much everything on the menu has a vegan version. Love having options!!! I do wish there was a crispy tofu menu option, but the broth of the tomyum pho was incredible (as a fan of lemon grass).

esther802535

Points +332

Vegan
17 Apr 2024

Decent, but not wowed

Simple options, and decent but fairly average. I had the tofu salad rice bowl and a boo'd up cocktail. I would hesitate to call a must go, but lovely to go with groups to accommodate various tastes.

Pros: Somewhat healthy options with veggies , Variety of options

Cons: Bland/not exciting flavors

JustinCory

Points +990

Vegan
11 Apr 2024

Luc Lac Luv

Always enjoy this place. Authentic street Vietnamese with lots of vegan options. Favs are lemongrass tofu stir fry, phô chay, tofu vermicelli, spring rolls, etc etc

lmop

Points +156

Vegan
03 Apr 2024

Great food HUGE portions

Really great vegan options - we got tofu spring rolls, papaya salad (made vegan w/out shrimp), crispy tofu rolls, and Tom yum tofu pho. The papaya salad and pho were ENORMOUS and we had no hope of finishing either, especially since we each got our own bowl of pho. But it was all delicious and the pho was some of the best I've had out here in the pnw.

Pros: Enormous portions, Fast service

Cons: Pretty loud in there

ChloeCisneros

Points +79

Vegan
17 Jan 2024

Lackluster options

This place is very meh. The pho chay is very bland and lacks depth. Their rice bowl also left much to be desired. The service is also hit or miss. If you love Vietnamese food there are much much better options than this place. Way over hyped.

ecochee

Points +410

Vegan
05 Oct 2023

Great options!

We really enjoyed the vegan banh mi and vegan pho!

Pros: Cool aesthetic + atmosphere , Great food

Cons: Could be more vegan options

ChelaLandau

Points +2518

Vegan
06 Apr 2023

Fast food unfriendly

So on the day that we came here we walked up to the front server station. We didn't know what to order so we said we would just take a look at the menu and sit at the bar. She seemed annoyed at everything. Annoyed at explaining to us how the process worked, and mind you there was no one behind us when we came in. You have to get your own utensils and water, you can order on your phone via toast tab or go up to the front.
Menu does not say which items are vegan and there is fish sauce vs soy sauce that you need to watch out for even on tofu items.
There is no one to explain the menu, I end up getting a lot of fried things that I would probably prefer not to. But the food was delicious. The Prosecco that I got was wonderful as well and at only nine dollars, a bargain.
I would return here but it is definitely not super vegan friendly .

Updated from previous review on 2023-04-06

thejonblake

Points +571

Vegan
06 Jan 2023

Excellent Vietnamese!

Had our last dinner in PDX here and it was totally worth the wait. Great food!

Pros: Customizable vegan options , Full bar

Cons: Limited seating, Can get very crowded

AmberPollard

Points +565

Vegan
15 Oct 2022

My weekday lunch go to.

I love the fresh summer rolls and the spicy tofu salad.

Zackie

Points +30

Mostly Veg
29 Jul 2022

Sparkling thai tea 💥

The shredded tofu vermicelli dish was killer! And the sparkling thai tea was the best thing on the hot ass day🥤

EOP

Points +41

Mostly Veg
09 Jul 2022

Great vegan options

We tried 4 vegan dishes. The pho and vermicelli were my favorites

Pros: Lots of vegan options , Reasonable prices

Alyisa

Points +25

Vegan
08 Jul 2022

Vegan pho

The vegan pho broth was flavorful. The ingredients are not completely traditional because it is a fusion restaurant, but overall very tasty pho. Had the veggie rolls with chili sauce. Also ordered the tofu banh mi, and it too was delicious . The bread is on the softer side which is nice.

Updated from previous review on 2022-07-08

Pros: Good amount of vegan options , Full bar, Chill atmosphere, good vibes

Cons: Can get crowded, might have a short wait

VeganFlojo

Points +110

Vegan
23 Apr 2022

Good happy hour

I go here for happy hour with a non-vegan friend. Love the atmosphere. I do feel rushed, but then We have more time for vegan ice cream at salt&straw afterward😉

OperationChowhound

Points +7531

Vegan
15 Jan 2022

You Do Win Friends with Tofu Salad!

I ordered the veggie crispy rolls and the tofu salad. The crispy rolls were overpriced and underwhelming. Contrary to the small size of the crispy rolls, the tofu salad only cost a dollar more for a much larger serving. I appreciated the generous amount of tofu.

Pros: clearly-marked vegan options

NO’L

Points +247

Vegan
28 Dec 2021

Vegan pho!

Haven’t had pho since going vegan so was excited to find this place that has great vegan pho

CactusKat

Points +71

Vegan
07 Sep 2021

Best pho I’ve tried up to date

Amazing pho, the menu is super simple, and the outside seating is beautiful. I’d recommend this place especially if you’re staying at nearby hotels for dinner as it was walking distance which a definite plus.

Pros: Vegan options , Delicious

maseface

Points +1151

Vegan
09 Apr 2021

Fantastic!

Had the Ban Mi and spring rolls to go, hit the spot without dragging me down. Packed full of flavor and really Covid friendly pickup.

GermainMachleidt

Points +382

Vegan
06 Oct 2019

Nice Atmosphere and good food

Fast service. Great food. Good portions. There is usually a line but it worth the wait. I'd go back to try the other dishes! Not that many tho, but they all look amazing!

Pros: Music, Service, Atmosphere

Cons: Line, Not completely vegan

DianeH

Points +1121

Vegan
16 Jul 2019

Popular spot

This place has some tasty vegan options. It is very popular, however, and usually has a long line during peak meal hours. If you have the time, it’s worth the wait.

korinamichelle

Points +52

Vegan
15 Jul 2019

Amazing Spot for Everyone

Great food, amazing drinks (try the coconut water ginger ale), affordable prices, open late. An amazing choice for any and every type of eater!

Pros: Delicious , Affordable, Casual vibe

Cons: Loud

phytophile

Points +1184

Vegan
24 Jun 2019

Good amount of vegan options

The banh mi was pretty tasty and so was the curry.

Pros: Vegan options

Cons: Too many meat options that could just as easily , Be vegan and therefore not offensive

klkm

Points +133

Vegan
14 Jun 2019

Vegan-friendly deliciousness!

Had dinner here with omni friends and everyone loved their meal. I had the vermicelli bowl with tofu and veggie crispy rolls. Vermicelli bowl comes standard with a fish-sauce dressing but you can ask for a soy-based one instead. Small but good beer selection, too. Would definitely go back next time I’m in Portland.

Pros: Clearly marked vegan options , Knowledgeable staff, Great food




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