About Us
Established in November of 2020, República began as a humble space offering beloved classics such as Pozole, Menudo, and Cochinita Pibil. Within a matter of weeks, it gained popularity as one of the best Mexican restaurants in the city.
By only its sixth month, the restaurant began to offer an evening Chef’s Tasting Dinner, which quickly caught the attention of not only the local press but also the L.A. Times.
The First 13 Months.
Within its first year, República was named Restaurant Of The Year by Portland Monthly, a week later Best New Restaurant by Eater Portland, and one of Oregon's Best New Restaurants by The Oregonian.
One month later it went to receive its first James Beard Foundation nomination for Best New Restaurant.
The accolades and press did not stop there. In September of 2022, Bon Appétit named República one of the 10 Best New Restaurants in America, finishing off one of the most impressive launch cycles the city of Portland had ever seen.
New Venue,
Same Intentions.
In February of 2023, República finished the build out of its new home, settling in on the busy corner of NW 10th and NW Couch in the bustling Pearl District. The new location wasn’t only a larger space but rather the right space, as it finally matched the quality of the food and the service it was accustomed to doing.
The change served as an opportunity to curate an experience that wasn’t possible before, switching the service model and the overall style of the restaurant to one that mirrored something in Paris, NY, London, or even the restaurants of Mexico City.
The presentation, the service, and overall experience brought on more recognition and attention to what was already one of the most beloved Mexican restaurants in the country.
The REvolution of Our Cusine
The first 6 Months of República.
Month no. 7
From Fonda style restaurant to a Mexico-Forward Chef's Tasting Dinner
Spring 2022 - Fall 2022
by Chef Juan Gomez
