[gyardley]

I'm guessing you just don't follow local restaurant news (Renard's opening got quite of coverage because it was in St. Jack's old space) or live in that neighborhood.

Portland's a pretty local place. I walk by where Renard used to be almost every day, and can tell you about every restaurant along all of Clinton Street (on that stretch, Burrasca is clearly the standout). But apart from a few very well-known places I've got no idea what's up on, say, Alberta.

[gt_]

Yeah I don't really follow restaurant news. I am just a terrible cook, so I am always looking for new restaurants to eat at, and while I live in SE, I will drive anywhere for the food I want.

[orbifold]

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