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An upcoming bakery in Portland, set to offer the popular viral Korean salt bread.
Saerom Chang is a chef known for opening Ponto, a bakery in Portland specializing in viral Korean salt bread, offering various unique flavors.
Last updated: 7/28/2026, 3:46:53 AM
The restaurant, officially named Ponto, specializes in viral Korean salt bread, offering eight rotating flavors. Owner Saerom Chang brought the concept to Portland after experiencing salt bread in Korea. It is located at 1483 NE Alberta St and is anticipated to be a significant new opening in the city.
Based on soft opening feedback, the salt bread is described as light, airy, and having a satisfying crunch. The strawberry flavor was noted as refreshing and not overly sweet. The team is perceived as being open to customer feedback regarding recipe adjustments.
Ponto is a new bakery in Portland, focusing on Korean salt bread, which some anticipate could become the 'next great competitor to the croissant.'
The grand opening is scheduled for March 4, 2026, with initial batches of salt bread served at 9 am and 11 am. Regular operating hours are Wednesday through Sunday, from 9 am to 1 pm.
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