!Oba!

In defining NuevoLatino at ¡OBA! we begin with the cultures and cuisines of the Caribbean and Cuba, go through South and Central America, up through Mexico to my roots in the American Southwest, interpreting these foods so that they may be enjoyed by people in the Northwest.

Here you will find food that is authentic as well as creative. The food at ¡OBA! mirrors the exuberance of the South American marketplace, the Mexican hacienda, and Cuban sizzle. Vibrant color, dancing light, spicy undertones and the rich history of long-held family traditions serve as a framework for a truly transformational dining experience.

While trying to interpret and define the cuisine, it is impossible to ignore the local bounty of Oregon products, from salmon to chanterelles. We also try to support our local organic farmers as much as possible, always striving for the highest quality and the most unique products available.

This is the kind of comfort food you’d find on a sultry Cuban plantation in the 1950’s, or in a spacious South American hacienda today.