Having become a staple item on so many dinner menus, the Wedge Salad really needs something more to become a standout. On their own, the ingredients are fairly mundane. Iceberg lettuce provides decent crunch, but it is what's on top that makes this salad so popular. That… And the need for both a fork and knife. At the Old Gold in North Portland, they've made this menu item their own by adding chopped dates and pecans. The combination of flavor and texture -- with the crunch of the iceberg and pecans and the chewiness of the dates -- make it a must when in the neighborhood, even if it means you're just getting some to go.