Lilia Comedor

Name: Lilia Comedor
Address: 3159 S Moody Ave, Portland, OR, United States, 97239
Telephone: (541) 900-5836
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

106 Reviews

$50 and over

Farm-to-table

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Award-winning Chef Juan Gomez, who helped República garner best new restaurant nods from Bon Appétit and James Beard, is taking a more personal approach to PNW cuisine. Recently nominated one of the Top 50 Restaurants in the Country by the New York Times, Lilia offers dishes like Pork Collar Confit and fresh Aguachile, leaning on Chef Juan's Mexican-American roots while showcasing hyper-seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. The airy, unpretentious space and breezy patio befit the South Waterfront vibe.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 8, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, American, Contemporary Mexican
Hours of operation
Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(541) 900-5836
Website
https://www.republicahospitality.com/our-establishments
Payment options
Carte Blanche, Cheque Gourmet, Diners Club, Discover, Eurocheque Card, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Owned/operated by
Latinx or Hispanic, Women
Executive chef
Juan Gomez
Private party facilities
Please reach out to lafondita@republicapdx.com for private event inquiries!

Location
3159 S Moody Ave, Portland, OR 97239
Neighborhood
Southwest Portland
Cross street
On S Moody Ave, 1 block N. of the South Waterfront Lower Tram Terminal.
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
S Moody & Gibbs
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Chef's Counter
$98.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us at the chef's counter for a tasting menu experience delivered by Chef Juan. You will get to taste every dish on the menu for the week. The menu changes every week so you will always have something new!

What 106 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Portland / Oregon
Innovative
Portland
Innovative

106 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Portland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Utterly amazing flavor combinations. They made me like things I typically would of passed over. Thank you so much!
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NoraD
Seattle
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Food was good overall but the service was bad. Drinks took forever to get, they kept forgetting to bring some of our drinks. But I will definitely recommend it to friends and will try again.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nothing short of exquisite from start to finish! The passion that the chef and staff have for the food and drink truly shines!
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Allan
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the best experience at Lilia Comedor. We had the privilege of eating at the counter and were excited about what was coming next. The chef, Juan Gomes, was very present and delightful. He educated us about each individual ingredient that he was using and from where they were harvested, caught, or grown. Chef Juan gave a historical perspective of what he prepared and what it meant to him personally. We certainly enjoyed his passion with each delicious plate brought before us. The staff was very attentive and courteous. Always ready with a new plate and anything else we needed. We had the honor of sampling a new dessert the chef was preparing with persimmons and it was unbelievable. Perfect accompaniment dessert for the holidays. Please don't let the one star review dissuade you from enjoying this wonderful restaurant. I highly recommend the counter seating. It was one of the best experiences I've had in Portland. Thank you Lilia Comedor for an exceptional evening.
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AlisonV
Seattle
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was outstanding, very creative, delicious and perfect for sharing. Excellent, friendly service and yummy cocktails as well. We have already made a follow-up reservation in a few weeks. Highly recommend!
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MicaM
Seattle
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were divine. I can't wait to come back to Portland to see what is on the menu next.
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OpenTable Diner
Portland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 30, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious and unique combination of flavors and friendly staff.
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 27, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing flavors, top notch restaurant and fantastic value. Everyone was friendly. I can’t wait to return.
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PDXbekko
Portland
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really good flavors, innovative creations with generous portions, and the menu wasn’t so extensive as to give us FOMO! We ordered à la carte, 3 dishes served family-style, and were stuffed. Didn’t even have room for dessert. I’m looking forward to coming back to try the chef’s course soon.
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 26, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, great drinks, and wonderful staff!
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OpenTable Diner
Portland
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Food as always was amazing, though service could use some improvements.
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Stylintoo
Portland
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovey. Perfect food no bad dishes all exceptional truly memorable experience.
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smbsf
San Francisco
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A truly exceptional meal. The food was exciting, and so was all the wine from Mexico! A beautiful experience start to finish.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Inventive, fresh, delicious
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BrendaBee
Phoenix
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Holy Divine, we had a lovely experience. If you want an extra treat do the Chef’s Counter top. The Chef made us feel right at home. The owner was just as passionate, the staff was super pleasant and the food was out of this world. They are doing Mexican Cuisine right. There was 8 plated dishes, by the fourth we were getting full. It’s not like other places where you leave hungry. Thank you guys for making our Anniversary one to remember. Look forward to returning when we come back.
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Eric
Portland
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great seasonal menu that celebrates Mexican flavors. Really nice experience.
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LaurieC
Portland
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We consider ourselves to be foodies. This was one of the most amazing food experiences we’ve had in years. We fall more in love with each other over a shared love of food. LOL. Outstanding.
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skavi
Portland
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We really enjoyed our meal at Lilia. Three out of the four dishes we ordered were great-- the spot prawns and pork were outstanding. One was just okay (the gordita). Very good cocktails. I was slightly put off because the table next to us was able to order the tasting menu even though they were not at the chef's counter, and we were told that was not an option. There was also a bit of an issue with some timing of the dishes. Overall, we really enjoyed the creative tasty meal and we will come back to try the dishes during a different season.
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meujcc
Portland
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We ordered everything on the menu without meat and enjoyed many delicious dishes and flavors. The family style service allows more dishes to be served without stuffing the diner. The staff are knowledgeable about their ingredients and wine accompaniments and describe it all engagingly.
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kedn
Portland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
this is a portland GEM. from the quality of ingredients, care in the preparation, beauty in the creativity, and genuine depth of authenticity - Lilia was an incredible experience. Every single person brings joy, kindness, and beauty to the meal. highly recommend and cannot wait to return.
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Grayson
New Orleans
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
In a city with incredible food, Lilia Comedor was a standout. Innovative, unexpected and flawless dishes paired with lesser known Mexican wines and outstanding service. I have already made my next reservation and would highly recommed!
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RegularChicagoDiner
Richmond
156 reviews
vip
4.0
156 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
After some initial wait and confusion about seating we settled into a delightful evening of creative original tastes of a wide variety of nouvelle cuisine versions of Mexican and Southwestern dishes. Some service glitches but minor and sort of added to charm. Great food that is unique in a welcoming unpretentious operation
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AmberV
Hawaii
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience at the Chef’s counter. It was my first dinner in Portland and it set the bar high. Impeccable service met with outstanding food focused on sustainability and sourcing local ingredients.
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 6, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We sat at the chefs counter and had a beautiful culinary experience. The dishes were imaginative and delicious. Would definitely come back.
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JackieM
Portland
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a true gem Lilia Comedor is and how lucky Portland is to have this beautiful restaurant in our city. The staff was lovely, the food was amazing, and please do yourself a favor and get the wine pairings with your meal. We sat at the chef's counter and had what felt like an endless number of courses that were creative, intriguing, and packed with beautifully fresh ingredients and so much amazing flavor. The wines were mostly from Mexico and mind-blowing! Our dinner was simply unforgettable. <3 With a frequently changing menu, we'll definitely be back soon!
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Deebo
Portland
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I really enjoyed my meal, but my partner ... not as much. She didn't dislike it. Just wasn't a 4 or 5 star meal for her. My only concern - well, "concern" is a little too strong - was that it was incredibly expensive for the money and the automatic 21% service charge was a bit much. I would have given that anyway, but to be told that I would pay that and the language around it in the menu in addition to the cost of the food/drinks gives off a bit of self righteousness that makes the tip feel like a 'take'.
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Yumyum
Los Angeles
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Service was a little slow getting started, but once our order was placed, service was terrific. Knowledgeable and enthusiastic servers. Food was AMAZING.
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Heather
Boise
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very thoughtful, delicious, and beautifully presented food. Chef is very creative.
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KjiM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious! Everything was fresh and flavors complimented each other well. Best quesadilla I’ve ever eaten. Limited options on the menu, but everything we had was done to near perfection. Highly recommend.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From the moment we stepped in, it felt like we were welcomed into the chef's own home. What truly sets Lilia apart is the chef's attentiveness and knowledge. The menu was a true work of art but he also took the time to personally explain each dish, its inspiration, and the local ingredients used. It was like having a private dining experience with a world-class chef. I can't wait to return!
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MeghanH
Portland
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was incredible. The love and passion that goes into the meal planning is on!
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MaggieH
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The chef counter experience was one of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had the pleasure of partaking in. Every dish was so thoughtfully and carefully created and presented. Not only was this a feast for the palette it was a feast for the eyes! Chef Gomez was so informative and clearly took pride in each ingredient used. We also thoroughly enjoyed our mocktails. Although we don’t drink alcohol, I will say was genuinely tempted as I watched the mixologist behind the bar concocting one unique drink after another. The creativity in this place was palpable. It was evident that front and back of house staff were dedicated to creating a culinary experience and I would recommend the chef counter to any adventurous eater! Can’t wait to come back to Portland and try an entirely different menu on our next visit. Also mad props to Chef’s wife who is a pastry chef and developed both of our desserts. Best flan I’ve ever had!
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Lore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience! Wonderful staff who seem very passionate about their work and the food they serve.
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LemonLover
Chicago
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were visiting Portland and had to try Lilia Comedor after seeing it on NYT best restaurant list this year. We were not disappointed. The food was creative, original, and delicious. We were blown away by the dessert. My husband could not stop talking about the entire week we were in Portland. The service was excellent, the people so kind. We enjoyed our experience and would highly recommend this restaurant to any of our friends visiting the area.
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StacyR
Portland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 30, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional levels of inspiration, skill, and kindness throughout our dining experience. Excited to bring friends and family back with us the next time. Highly recommend the full chef’s tasting menu. Also enjoyed learning more about Mexican wines.
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justacouple
London
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful experience. We loved our tasting menu. Kudos to the chef who kindly kept things gluten free for me. We wait to return.
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LizD
Portland
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lives up to all the hype. Great food. Pork dish just fell apart so tender. Different flavors came together beautifully. Small place and wonderful for date night.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
3 reviews
vip
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Not sure what all the hype is about. This is my first time writing a review like this, but our experience was so disappointing I feel like other should be warned. Food was only ok, not spectacular and the service was not very good. We arrived 15 minutes before our reservation time and were told that we would have to wait outside (in the cold!) or in a back service corridor until our reservation time, even though there were multiple open tables. We left and came back only to be seated at one of the tables that was already vacant when we first arrived. Servers didn’t seem to be assigned tables, so noone seemed to know what your status was. The pacing of the courses was also off. Our second course arrived before we’d finished our first course, then we waited forever for our second course dishes to be cleared and for our third course to arrive. Same thing happened with the third course and when we finally got someone to clear our dishes and bring us dessert menus, we were again abandoned. After 20 minutes of being ignored we had to flag someone down to place our order. During one of these long service gaps, I watched as the bartender put his finger in a drink (seeming to pick something off of the ice cube inside) and then deliver it to the table next to ours. I was shocked and it made me wonder what else was happening out of view. Overall it was a very disappointing experience and there are multiple other restaurants in town where you can get both better food and better service.
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MarileeB
Portland
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
We sat at the Chef's Counter -- the food was excellent, all narrated by the chef. The wine service, however, was terrible. It took over 15 minutes to order a bottle, only for the server to return empty handed. We ordered a glass of wine to tie us over until our second choice bottle arrived. No one ever thought to apologize or comp our glasses of wine. Frankly, it ruined our experience. Too bad, especially since gratuity was already included at 21%!
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DeborahC
Portland
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were completely fantastic. The setting is very nice. For us, this is a special occasion dinner restaurant; it's just a bit more expensive then a normal night out. Everything was delicious.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Lilia Comedor is rated 4.7 stars by 106 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 8, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

3159 S Moody Ave, Portland, OR 97239

Additional information

Cross street
On S Moody Ave, 1 block N. of the South Waterfront Lower Tram Terminal.
Neighborhood
Southwest Portland
Hours of operation
Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, American, Contemporary Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
S Moody & Gibbs
Payment options
Carte Blanche, Cheque Gourmet, Diners Club, Discover, Eurocheque Card, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Owned/operated by
Latinx or Hispanic, Women
Executive chef
Juan Gomez
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.republicahospitality.com/our-establishments
Phone number
(541) 900-5836
Private party facilities
Please reach out to lafondita@republicapdx.com for private event inquiries!

Lilia Comedor

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Chef's Counter

Menu

What 106 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

How is Lilia Comedor restaurant rated?

Is Lilia Comedor currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information