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Portland, OR

Raising funds to open a sustainable and inventive American food restaurant.

• Brick-and-Mortar Expansion: Strange Bird is raising funds to open its first permanent location.
• Sustainable Dining: The company focuses on creating a sustainable and inventive dining experience.
• Eclectic Menu: Offers a menu with pizza as an anchor and a rotating selection of shared plates.
• Community Accessibility: Aims to remain accessible to the community while providing exceptional service.
• Experienced Leadership: Founded by Chef Tyler Robb, with over 20 years of fine dining experience.

Strange Bird is working towards establishing its first brick-and-mortar location, aiming to create a sustainable and inventive dining experience. The company currently operates as a food cart, offering a contemporary American menu that is both adventurous and approachable. The funds raised will be allocated primarily to working capital for the new location, allowing Strange Bird to expand its operations and solidify its presence in the community.

The company is known for its eclectic menu, with pizza as a staple and a rotating selection of shared plates that draw inspiration from global quick-service foods. Strange Bird emphasizes cooking with respect and creativity, free from the constraints of traditional expectations. The company aims to provide an exceptional dining experience while remaining accessible and committed to sustainability.

Company Info

Strange-Bird offers sustainable and inventive American cuisine in a fast-casual setting in Portland.

Strange-Bird is a contemporary American food establishment based in Portland, Oregon, that emphasizes sustainability and accessibility. The business operates as a food cart, offering a diverse menu anchored by pizza and complemented by a rotating selection of shared plates. Strange-Bird aims to provide a unique dining experience by combining inventive culinary techniques with approachable dishes, all while maintaining a commitment to environmental responsibility.

The restaurant’s philosophy centers around cooking with respect and creativity, free from the constraints of traditional expectations. Strange-Bird draws inspiration from quick-service foods worldwide, delivering slow food in a fast-casual setting. The business is dedicated to serving delicious meals that are accessible to the community, with a long-term goal of establishing a sustainable future.