Hours
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Dinner
Open Daily 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Happy Hour
Monday - Friday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
(Exclusive to our Bar)
Parking
There is ample paid parking available. Street parking is available on all blocks nearby. Here are a few parking garages/lots in close proximity.
411-417 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR 97205
Mediterranean Exploration Company (MEC) is Sesame Collective’s flagship restaurant in Portland, Oregon. MEC serves up cuisine from the Mediterranean and beyond while drawing inspiration from extensive research and global travels. Located in the heart of Portland’s industrial Pearl District, MEC is a vibrant, energetic restaurant with an open hearth kitchen, and a playfully creative beverage program.
Food was delicious and service excellent. We sat outside and it was a lovely evening and a good time. Cocktails were extra-ordinary.
Judith H.
Amazing! We got the potatoes, lamb hummus, their pita is to die for and then the octopus was delish! Worth every penny! And the arak & a hard place is my fav drink.
Marissa W.
Nice selection of unique cocktails and dishes. It’s was a little loud but only because it was crowded and people were enjoying themselves. This is our second time and we will be back again.
Barb A.
Loved it! The host was incredibly friendly, hospitable, and accommodating. Food was delicious. Great date night experience.
Brandon
Stephanie Arnet
Chef De Cuisine
Taylor Troy
Sous Chef
Erica Namare
Service Manager
Alex Vining
Bar LEad
Brenda
Mitchell
Sous Chef
Meet Our Team
Sesame Collective
RESTAURANT GROUP
333 NW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97209
Tel. (503)-222-0906
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