Esparza's, Tex-Mex restaurant in Buckman neighborhood, Portland, US.
Esparza's is a Tex-Mex restaurant in Portland's Buckman neighborhood, offering traditional Mexican dishes and regional specialties. It sits at the corner of SE 28th Avenue and SE Ankeny Street, a spot known for straightforward, affordable lunch dining.
Martha and Joe Esparza opened the restaurant in 1990 and quickly built a loyal following. The Oregonian named it Restaurant of the Year in 1992, marking its early success in the community.
The kitchen celebrates its Texas roots through dishes like Texas-Style Chili Colorado and Sudie Mae's Sweet Potato Pecan Pie recipes. These family creations shape the restaurant's character and make it a place where personal history comes through in the food.
The restaurant offers affordable meals in a casual setting, perfect for quick dining and meeting friends. The corner location makes it easy to stop by when you're in the neighborhood.
The menu features unusual offerings like buffalo tostadas and ground ostrich meat that set it apart from typical Tex-Mex spots. These distinctive proteins reflect the owner's willingness to experiment beyond standard recipes.
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