Colibri – Mexican
Colibri serves as a vibrant crossroads where the rich, smoky traditions of Oaxaca and Sinaloa meet the comforting warmth of a neighborhood breakfast nook. The air carries the enticing aroma of slow-simmered cochinita pibil and savory chile verde, inviting guests to linger over inventive plates like tender birria nestled atop creamy grits or golden chilaquiles brightened by house-made salsas. This soulful destination celebrates regional Mexican heritage through a modern lens, offering a sun-drenched escape where every bite transports the palate from the rugged north to the lush, earthy heart of the south.
1208, Northwest Glisan Street, Portland, OR, 97209 https://www.colibribar.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, aip, alkaline, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Brunch
- Birria en Grits - $20: Sinaloa style birria, slow cooked beef chuck, Guajillo chile puree, avocado leaves, spices, Tillamook sharp cheddar corn grits Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- El Sinaloense - $20: Braised shredded pork cushion in chilorio sauce, 2 over easy eggs, pork beans, rice, Rajas tamal, corn tortillas Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Chilaquiles - $14: Crispy tortillas, roasted salsa roja or green tomatillo sauce, avocado, queso fresco, Mexican crema, cilantro, white onions, two over easy eggs Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breakfast Burrito - $14: Large flour tortilla, scrambled eggs, potatoes, pico de gallo, Jack cheese, avocado slices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Huevos Rancheros - $16: Crispy corn tortillas, pork beans, three over easy eggs, roasted tomato and jalapeño ranchero sauce, rib eye, chorizo, pickled onions, queso fresco, crema, avocado salsa, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kekis Sinaloense - $13: Rolled traditional pancakes, powdered sugar, caramel, condensed milk, seasonal berries Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Tamale Boy Tamales
- Oaxaqueño Cochinita Pibil - $7.75: Slow roasted pork in citrus juices, achiote, spices, steamed in banana leaf Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oaxaqueño Amarillo - $8.25: Shredded beef cooked in house made mole amarillo, steamed in banana leaf Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo
- Oaxaqueño Vegetales - $7.75: Sauteed carrot, onion, spinach, zucchini, steamed in banana leaf Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Norteño Chile Verde - $7.75: Pork cooked in green tomatillo sauce, steamed in corn husk
- Norteño Tinga de Pollo - $7.75: Chicken cooked with onion, garlic, and chipotle in adobo, steamed in corn husk
- Rajas con Crema Tamal - $7.75: Roasted pasilla peppers, onion, corn, jack cheese cream sauce, steamed in corn husk Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Specialty Tacos
- Beef Birria Taco - $7: Slow cooked beef chuck, guajillo chile puree, bay leaves, spices, white onion, cilantro, lime Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory
- Steak Vampiro Taco - $7.69: Marinated fried cubed ribeye steak, melted Jack cheese, crispy corn tortilla, red onion, cilantro, crema Mexicana, guacamole, salsa Macha Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber
- Halibut Capeado Taco - $7.69: Tempura battered Halibut, lime vinaigrette cabbage, pico de gallo, jalapeño mayo, lime Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Chilorio Taco - $5.49: Braised shredded pork cushion, chilorio sauce, pickled white onions, cilantro, lime Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Gobernador Taco - $8: Butter cooked shrimp, onion, Poblano pepper, cilantro, celery, oregano, melted Oaxaca cheese, avocado Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Burritos & Bowls
- Beef Birria Burrito/Bowl - $14: Slow cooked beef chuck, guajillo chile puree, bay leaves, spices, white onion, cilantro, lime Available at: dinner, lunch
- Halibut Capeados Burrito/Bowl - $17: Tempura battered Halibut, lime vinaigrette cabbage, pico de gallo, jalapeño mayo Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Veggie Colache Burrito/Bowl - $14: Seasonal squash, corn, onion, tomato, poblano peppers, garlic, spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory
- Shrimp Gobernador Burrito/Bowl - $17: Butter cooked shrimp, onion, Poblano pepper, cilantro, celery, oregano, melted Oaxaca cheese, avocado Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Steak Burrito/Bowl - $17: Marinated fried cubed ribeye steak, melted Jack cheese, red onion, cilantro, crema Mexicana, guacamole, salsa Macha Dietary tags: High-Fiber
Appetizers
- Matador Guacamole - $9: Traditional guacamole, charred jalapeños and scallions cured in lime and soy sauce, chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Agua Fresca - $5: Hibiscus Flower Tea or Cucumber Lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Cafe de Olla - $5: Brewed with orange zest, cloves, cinnamon, anise, and brown sugar
- Cafe Luna Llena - $5: Cold brew coffee and coco horchata Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Coco Horchata - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Bottled Soda - $5
- Pacifico - $5: Mexican Lager
- Negra Modelo - $5.75: Mexican Dark Lager
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