Oba serves good food in a stylish, beautiful atmosphere in Portland's Pearl District. This is a great place to go with friends for a drink and fun dinner before hitting the clubs. The bar serves tapas, which is my favorite, and the regular restaurant has regular latin-inspired entrees. The wait staff is friendly and well-trained on the restaurant side, but rather harried on the bar side. Go during happy hour for great bargains and a good crowd (bar only).
Oba has true vegetarian options (not just, "order the salad") and even wheat-free and dairy-free selections.
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