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the bulgarian job

the bulgarian job

22ft

meditteranean / balkan

indoors

minority owned

The Bulgarian Job serves up authentic Mediterranean and Balkan cuisine, handcrafted with care and inspired by generations of tradition. Specializing in grilled specialties, fresh salads, pocket bread sandwiches, and their signature Doner Kebab, every dish is made from scratch using time-honored recipes and high-quality ingredients. From the aroma of sizzling meats to the vibrant flavors of the region, The Bulgarian Job brings a true taste of the Balkans to Portland’s streets—fresh, flavorful, and made with heart.    

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meet ilin and boris

Brothers Ilin and Boris, lifelong hospitality professionals, are the heart behind The Bulgarian Job. With deep roots in the food industry and a shared passion for their culinary heritage, they set out to bring the authentic flavors of their homeland to Portland. After years of hard work in kitchens and restaurants, they turned their dream into reality—introducing the city to the bold, comforting, and soulful dishes of the Balkans, crafted with pride and tradition.    

menu

MOST POPULAR

  • Kefta Platter

    Beef kefta, grilled, comes with side of bean salad, quick pickle cucumber and shaved onion, grilled bread and lutenitza (red pepper and tomato...)

  • Grilled "GYPSY" Bread (2pc)

    Grilled bread, seasoned with a homemade blend of spices and herbs.

  • Chicken Platter

    Yogurt marinated chicken thigh, grilled, comes with side of bean salad, quick pickle cucumber and shaved onion, grilled bread and lutenitza (red pepper and tomato spread).

  • Grandma's Potato Salad

    Homemade dill vinaigrette, shaved onion, sweet garden peas.

sides

  • Bean Salad

    Homemade vinaigrette, small white beans, aromatic Bulgarian mint. Goes great with all our grilled meats!

  • Marinated Italian Mixed Olives

    Red and yellow pepper strips, garlic, nerps.

  • Chips

  • Grilled "GYPSY" Bread (2pc)

    Grilled bread, seasoned with a homemade blend of spices and herbs.

sandwiches

  • DONER KEBAB (CHICKEN)

    Yogurt marinated chicken, charcoal grilled, in fresh bread with our secret creamy garlic sauce & quick pickle cucumber slices & shaved onion.

  • KEBAPCHE DJOB SANDWICH

  • KEFTA DJOB SANDWICH (BEEF)

platters

  • Kefta Platter

    Beef kefta, grilled.

  • Kebapche Platter

    Pork kebab, grilled.

drinks

  • JARRITOS LIME

  • JARRITOS GUAVA

  • JARRITOS MANDARIN

  • JARRITOS PINEAPPLE

  • SPRITE (CAN)

  • Bottled Water (Spring Water)

  • Sparkling Water