Que Bacano Restaurant Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Que Bacano Restaurant, an authentic Colombian culinary oasis nestled in Portland's Hawthorne Boulevard. This hidden gem invites you to explore vibrant flavors and heartwarming dishes that evoke the spirit of Colombia.
Start your gastronomic adventure with the patacones, perfectly crispy and packed with flavor. The bandeja paisa, a rich, traditional platter, delights with layers of taste and texture. Don’t miss the chicken empanadas, golden and flaky, paired with a zesty salsa that will leave you craving more.
For the adventurous, try the unique Pola y Cola, a refreshing twist combining beer and soda reminiscent of cream soda, or the smooth mojito that complements any meal. Each dish is crafted with care, promising to take you on a flavorful journey back to Colombia.
With friendly service and a welcoming ambiance, Que Bacano is not just a meal; it’s a delightful cultural experience waiting to be savored.
Drinks
Fruit Juice Made With Milk
Fruit Juice Made With Water
Sodas
Yucca Frita
Fried Cassava
Picada Colombiana
(vegetarian version of the typical picada): Served with yucca fried, small potatoes, maduros,arepa, patacones.
Arepa Criolla
Topped with red beans, sweet plantains and cheese.
Veggie Arepa
Topped with vegetables and cheese.
Avocado Salad
Avocado, tomatoes, red onions, fresh lime juice, olive oil, topped with fresh cilantro.
Maduros
Fries sweet plantains
Paisita
Colombian style beans, rice, maduros,veggies sausage and arepa, served with fried egg on top.
Patacones With Guiso
Fried green plantains with Colombian style sauce.
Veggies Lovers
Antojitos
Bunuelos (2)
Maduros
Fried Ripe Plantains
Choriarepa
Gluten-free. Grilled Colombian sausage and arepa. Served with salad.
Patacones (4)
Green plantains with choice of meat and Colombian salsa, and hogao.
Almojabanas (2)
Gluten-free. Colombian cheesy rolls made with cornmeal and cheese.
Empanadas Con Aji
Gluten-free. Homemade turnovers made with 100% corn. Chicken or beef.
Arepa Rellena
Gluten-free. Colombian flatbread made with 100% corn dough stuffed with cheese or choice of meat or veggie.
Papas Locas
Fried Potatoes with sausage, Colombian sausage, chicken, cheese and home made salsas.
Yuca Frita
Gluten-free and vegan. Deep-fried cassava. Served with garlic sauce.
Salchipapas
French Fries with sausage and ketchup
Pollo A La Criolla
Chicken creole. It is a delicious combination of chicken, mushrooms, small potatoes, and vegetables.
Arroz Con Pollo
Rice with chicken and vegetables cooked together with Colombian spices. Served with patacones and salsa.
Estofado De Carne
Colombian Sudado, made with meat, potatoes, yuca and vegetables. Spicy lovers can add hot sauce (1-5)
Sancocho De Gallina
Hen and chicken stew, served with rice, whole chicken leg, avocado and salad.
Ceviche De Camarones
Colombian style shrimp ceviche with avocado. Served with patacones in a bed of lettuce.
Arroz Mixto
Colombian version of "Chinese fried rice". A mix of pork, chicken, shrimps, ham, veggie, and more.
Sopa De Mondongo
Delicious Colombian beef tripe and pork stew served with rice, avocado and salad.
Bandeja Paisa
Colombian stile red beans, rice, chorizo (Colombian sausage), pork, sweet plantain, arepa, avocado, fried egg on top, and a slice of chicharron.
Picada Colombiana
Prepared with pork, chicken, chorizo, arepa, small potatoes, tomato, yucca, and plantain. Served with homemade salsas.
Arroz Atollado
A fantastic dish made with pork, chicken, sausage, small potatoes, and vegetables. Served with maduros (ripe plantains) and a slice of boiled egg on top.
Sobrebarriga En Salsa Criolla
Flank steak with very flavorful Colombian Creole Sauce, served with rice, avocado and potato topped with guiso.
Ajiaco Bogotano
Typical Colombian Soup made with chicken, three different kinds of potatoes, corn on the cob, and Guascas. Served with rice, maduro, avocado and salad.
House Special
Sides
Beans
Patacones
Green plantains with choice of meat and colombian salsa and hogao.
White Rice
Sausage
Chicharron
Egg
Fries
Maduros
Fries sweet plantains