Food & Drink❯Pop-Ups

James Beard Award-winning Chef Edgar Rico and Sara Mardanbigi bring their Michelin-recognized Nixta Taqueria from Austin to OK Chicken for a collaboration with Earl Nimsom, celebrating his new cookbook 'Nixta Taqueria: From Tacos to Tahdig.' Featuring Mexican, Thai, drinks, and cookbooks as part of the 2026 Portland Book Festival.

A special collaboration pop-up between Chef Alex Kamakanialoha Herrera, Elemental Acres, and Che PDX, pairing farm-fresh food with the flavors of Hawaii and Mexico. Featuring locally grown Meishan pork from Goble, OR as the star of the menu, with vegetarian and pork-free options available. The evening also includes oldies jams and karaoke till late.

The 5th popup collaboration between Norah NE and Mis Tacones PDX — and Mis Tacones' final event of 2026. Vegan Mexican-Thai fusion menu featuring Thai Chimi ($17), Satay Nachos ($15), Birria Ramen ($17), 2 Taco Plate ($15), Cucumber Salad ($8), and Pumpkin Spice Tres Leches Postre by La Casa de Mama PDX ($8). First come/first served for dine-in; takeout/delivery available. No reservations.

Book Bar opens early on Portland Book Festival Saturday for a full day of coffee, food, drinks, pop-ups and gathering just steps from the South Park Blocks and Festival venues.

Start the morning at Book Bar with coffee, then stop back throughout the day as the programming shifts from morning coffee to afternoon treats and evening cocktails.