Mexican restaurant in Portland, Oregon, U.S.
Mole Mole Mexican Cuisine , or simply Mole Mole , is a Mexican restaurant with two locations in Portland, Oregon , United States.[ 1] The family owned and operated business began operating in northeast Portland 's Concordia neighborhood in 2021, and a second opened in Prost Marketplace in the north Portland part of the Boise neighborhood in 2024. The menu includes burritos , enchiladas , pozole , quesadillas , tacos , agua frescas , and horchata , among other options.
Description
The Mexican restaurant Mole Mole operates two food carts in Portland; the original operates in northeast Portland 's Concordia neighborhood and second is located in Prost Marketplace in the north Portland part of the Boise neighborhood. The menu has enchiladas , tacos (including quesabirria ),[ 2] tortas, soups,[ 3] pozole ,[ 4] quesadillas ,[ 5] burritos , and pescado empapelado.[ 6] The Tres Amigos burrito has asada, pastor, and chicken, as well as beans, rice, sour cream, salsas, and guacamole.[ 7] One enchilada dish has three varieties of mole .[ 8] [ 9] The mole rosa is a pink mole made from beets and walnuts and served with salmon ; another variety is mole verde.[ 10] Among vegan taco fillings are soy curls , soyrizo, tofu , and vegetables.[ 11] Sides include pico de gallo and rice.[ 12] Drink options include agua frescas and horchata .[ 13]
History
Established in August 2021,[ 14] the business is family owned and operated.[ 15] Brenda Flores is a co-owner.[ 16]
In 2024, Mole Mole opened a second location at the food cart pod Prost Marketplace on May 1.[ 14] [ 17] [ 18]
Reception
Michael Russell ranked Mole Mole third in The Oregonian 's list of Portland's best new foods carts of 2022.[ 19] He also included the chicken mole tacos in a list of ten "fantastic" dishes for $10 or less at the new carts.[ 20] Katherine Chew Hamilton included the business in Portland Monthly 's 2022 list of twenty food carts "that define Portland now".[ 3] Krista Garcia included Mole Mole in The Infatuation 's overview of Portland's best food carts.[ 21] Waz Wu included Mole Mole in Eater Portland 's 2023 overview of the city's top food carts for vegan dining.[ 22] In 2024, the website's Brooke Jackson-Glidden and Nathan Williams included the business a list of recommended restaurants on Alberta Street,[ 23] and Garcia included Mole Mole in a list of the city's "standout" Mexican eateries.[ 4] Eater Portland has also included the restaurant in lists of 18 "knockout spots for affordable dining",[ 7] 38 "essential" eateries,[ 24] and best affordable restaurants in the city.[ 25] Writers also included Mole Mole in the website's guide to Portland's "most outstanding" food carts.[ 26]
See also
References
^ "Why Mole Mole Mexican Cuisine Is Alberta's New Must-Try Cart" . Portland Monthly . Archived from the original on 2024-05-11. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ Michelman, Jordan (2024-01-09). "Where to Eat in Portland, OR" . Bon Appétit . Archived from the original on 2024-06-15. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ a b "20 Food Carts that Define Portland Right Now" . Portland Monthly . Archived from the original on 2022-04-22. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ a b Garcia, Krista (2016-08-26). "Portland's Standout Mexican Restaurants and Food Carts" . Eater Portland . Archived from the original on 2021-11-19. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ Jackson-Glidden, Brooke (2023-07-17). "Ask Eater: Where Can I Find a Truly Kid-Friendly Patio?" . Eater Portland . Archived from the original on 2023-09-29. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ Jackson-Glidden, Brooke (2021-10-29). "A Group of Ava Gene's and Tusk Alums Are Opening a Pizzeria and Cafe in Northeast Portland" . Eater Portland . Archived from the original on 2021-11-21. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ a b Yentch, Katrina (2015-07-17). "18 Knockout Spots for Affordable Dining in Portland" . Eater Portland . Archived from the original on 2022-03-05. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ Acker, Lizzy (2022-09-17). "Portland's Mole Mole turns mole into an art form" . The Oregonian . Archived from the original on 2024-07-25. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ Evensen, Julie (2022-10-07). "Portland ranked as the country's best foodie city" . The Oregonian . Archived from the original on 2024-07-25. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ "Portland's Best Mexican Food" . Portland Monthly . Archived from the original on 2024-07-25. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ Wu, Waz (2021-05-11). "Where to Find Tasty Vegan Tacos in Portland" . Eater Portland . Archived from the original on 2021-11-28. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ Meagher, Sean. "Mole Mole food cart" . The Oregonian . Archived from the original on 2024-05-17. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ Wu, Waz (2018-09-04). "Portland's Top Food Carts for Vegan Dining" . Eater Portland . Archived from the original on 2021-10-28. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ a b "Mole Mole Opens in Prost! Marketplace in North Portland" . Portland Monthly . Archived from the original on 2024-07-18. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ Wu, Waz (2021-05-11). "Where to Find Tasty Vegan Tacos in Portland" . Eater Portland . Archived from the original on 2021-11-28. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ "New Portland food cart rules emphasize wastewater safety" . KGW . 2023-01-02. Archived from the original on 2023-02-07. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ Russell, Michael (2024-04-16). "Bark City BBQ carts returns, Mole Mole expands, and more Portland food cart news" . The Oregonian . Archived from the original on 2024-05-03. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ Wong, Janey (2024-05-07). "Portland Restaurant Openings You May Have Missed" . Eater Portland . Archived from the original on 2024-05-22. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ "Portland's best new food carts of 2022" . The Oregonian . 2022-09-13. Archived from the original on 2024-06-14. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ "10 fantastic dishes for $10 or less at our new favorite food carts of 2022" . The Oregonian . 2022-09-15. Archived from the original on 2022-11-22. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ "The 17 Best Food Carts In Portland 2024 - Portland, OR" . The Infatuation . 2024-05-24. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ Wu, Waz (2018-09-04). "Portland's Top Food Carts for Vegan Dining" . Eater Portland . Archived from the original on 2021-10-28. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ Jackson-Glidden, Brooke (2016-10-10). "Where to Eat and Drink on Portland's Alberta Street" . Eater Portland . Archived from the original on 2021-11-03. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ "The 38 Essential Restaurants and Food Carts in Portland" . Eater Portland . 2018-01-09. Archived from the original on 2021-09-25. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
^ Yentch, Katrina (2015-07-17). "The Best Affordable Restaurants in Portland" . Eater Portland . Retrieved 2025-01-22 .
^ Woo, Nick (2015-06-10). "A Guide to Portland's Most Outstanding Food Carts" . Eater Portland . Archived from the original on 2021-09-18. Retrieved 2024-07-25 .
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