Melt

It’s always great when a fun new place opens up right in your neighborhood, especially when that place serves solid sandwiches. Melt is getting much deserved praise from my fellow Yelpers, and I am officially on the bandwagon. It is a small, comfy place with maybe 8 tables, some window seats, and a few bar stools. Some colorful lights greet you on the exterior of the building, and inside is an eclectic blend of modern touches.

They have a great menu of 10 sandwiches, making it almost impossible to choose between them (pulled pork, pot roast, or the tuna melt? AHHH!). My boyfriend tried the pot roast, and it really was yummy. Tender and moist, although it did need a bit of a kick (he added hot sauce and made it perfection!). I had the chicken and rice soup (nothing to speak of, tasted canned) and the veg sandwich. The sandwich was exactly what I wanted – fresh veggies with a flavorful yet not overpowering basil/chick pea spread served on toasted ciabatta bread. We also tried the widely praised parmesan fries, and although tasty, the sandwiches still prevail as the highlights. Melt also has local microbrews on tap, as well as a full bar. Service was friendly, and our food arrived quickly (granted there were only 4 other people in the place on a Monday night at 8pm). Pricing is not cheap for a sandwich shop, but really what would you expect in good old NW PDX? Definitely worth a try for the novel menu items and chill vibe.

The Happy Hour menu looks fabulous; I will be back for that!

*Jayne