Audrey Ruth has published a review of Fez.
Despite its unassuming (to say the least) ambiance, and casually-dressed staff, and relative emptiness (the three of us were dining simultaneously with a couple, also on their first trip, though a few other parties trickled in as the nine o’clock hour ticked nearer), the food was unparalleled. As the first Moroccan place in Portland that I know of, there’s no bar to speak of, but Fez is setting it high for any successors.
Just had the falafel. Excellent. Not made from a mix; it’s freshly made, with real mashed-up chickpeas. Definitely worth a try.
One of the top ethnic restaurants in Portland. Friendly, huge portions, very reasonable. My wife and I split the eggplant starter, then I had the beef barouk and she had the chicken tagine, both accompanied with generous portions of rice. All absolutely delicious. The owner has plans for expanding the space in December, but don’t wait until then, get down there now.