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Fill Your Belly at the 21 Best Restaurants in Portland

| Last Updated: May 2026

For my friends and me, eating out isn’t a once-in-a-while splurge. We’re the type who plan our hangouts around food, hopping from one restaurant to the next just to see what’s new.

Some nights, we’re passing small plates around the table. Other times, we’re tackling towering burgers together. 

Over the years, we’ve visited more Portland restaurants than we can count. Along the way, we managed to compile a list of restaurants that truly surprised us.

Instead of keeping that list to ourselves (tempting as that is), we’re passing the list along so you can dig in too. Here are the best restaurants in Portland that made food coma worth it!

1. Dan & Louis Oyster Bar

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Website: https://www.danandlouis.com/ 

Address: 208 SW Ankeny St, Portland, OR 97204, United States

Contact Details: +1 503-227-5906

Operating Hours:

  • Sunday: 12–9 PM
  • Monday: 12–9 PM
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: 12–9 PM
  • Friday: 12–10 PM
  • Saturday: 12–10 PM

Pricing: $

Dan & Louis Oyster Bar is a historic Portland restaurant with over a century of seafood tradition. Its roots trace back to 1907, when Louis C. Wachsmuth began serving fresh oysters and seafood in the heart of the city.

The restaurant is renowned for its commitment to quality, offering oysters, shrimp, lobsters, and a variety of fish sourced with care. The attention to fresh, locally harvested seafood sets it apart from many modern dining options.

Family ownership has remained a cornerstone of the business, with four generations of the Wachsmuth family continuing Louis’ legacy. This multigenerational approach ensures that recipes, techniques, and traditions are preserved with authenticity.

The dining spaces are uniquely designed, featuring the iconic “Main” room with a sailing ship interior and the “Galley” kitchen, where guests can watch chefs at work. These thoughtfully crafted spaces enhance the overall dining experience and celebrate the restaurant’s maritime heritage.

Dan & Louis Oyster Bar also embraces sustainability in oyster farming, using shells from previous years to cultivate new oysters in Yaquina Bay. This practice not only preserves the Oregon native oyster but also reinforces the restaurant’s reputation for environmental responsibility.

Over the years, the restaurant has blended history with modernity, updating facilities while maintaining the classic charm that has attracted locals and visitors alike. Special touches, like the display of the Brother Jonathan’s ship wheel, connect diners to Portland’s rich maritime past.

Whether for a casual meal or a special occasion, Dan & Louis Oyster Bar offers a memorable seafood experience. Its combination of historical significance, quality ingredients, and family dedication makes it a landmark in Portland’s dining scene.n online orders.

Pro Tip: 

When visiting Dan & Louis Oyster Bar, try to go early or make a reservation, especially on weekends, because it’s a popular spot and can get crowded fast.

2. Jake’s Famous Crawfish

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Website: https://www.jakesfamous.com/ 

Address: 401 SW 12th Ave

Contact Details: +1 503 226 1419

Operating Hours:

  • Sunday to Thursday – 11:30 AM to 9 PM
  • Friday and Saturday – 11:30 AM to 10 PM

Pricing: $$

Jake’s Famous Crawfish is a must-visit for anyone looking for a good seafood restaurant in Portland. They serve a wide selection of seafood, from salmon and escargot to their signature crawfish.

My friends and I went here to try the people’s favorite, Jake’s Famous Étouffée, and we didn’t regret doing so because it was bursting with flavor. It was loaded with crawfish tail, chicken, and shrimp, then topped with spicy nut brown sauce and rice.

At just $29.50, it felt well worth the price.

Pro Tip: 

Take advantage of their daily happy hour that runs from 3 PM to 6 PM. And if you can, try their valet parking service for a more convenient experience.

3. Ox Restaurant

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Website: https://www.oxpdx.com/ 

Address: 2225 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

Contact Details: +1 503 284 3366 and [email protected] 

Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday –  5 PM to 10 PM

Pricing: $$$

Ox is known for Argentinian-inspired cuisine cooked on a wood-fired grill. I highly recommend this Portland restaurant for meat lovers and those seeking modern cooking techniques.

When I visited with a close friend, we shared the asado Argentino (traditional Argentinian barbecue). 

The best part of this dish is the morcilla sausage. The spices and fat balance well with the blood’s iron taste.

Pro Tip: 

Book one of their private dining rooms for a more intimate experience with your friends or family.

4. Andina Restaurant

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Website: https://www.andinarestaurant.com/ 

Address: 1314 NW Glisan St

Contact Details: +1 503 228 9535 and [email protected] 

Operating Hours:

  • Monday to Friday – 4 PM to 9 PM
  • Saturday and Sunday – 10 AM to 2 PM, 4 PM to 9 PM

Pricing: $$$

If you want to feast on authentic Peruvian cuisine, Andina is the best Portland restaurant to go to. They get most of their ingredients from organic farmers in Chincha, Peru.

One of the meals I loved getting my hands on during our visit was their cebiche de pato. It’s a spiced duck breast paired with coconut leche de tigre and other ingredients, resulting in a bold blend of flavors and textures.

Pro Tip: 

Visit on Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM to enjoy their brunch menu.

5. Nostrana Restaurant

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Website: https://nostrana.com/ 

Address: 1401 SE Morrison St #101

Contact Details: +1 503 234 2427

Operating Hours:

  • Monday to Thursday – 5 PM to 9 PM
  • Friday and Saturday – 4:30 PM to 10 PM

Pricing: $$

Nostrana serves inventive regional Italian cuisine with Pacific Northwest ingredients. They perfectly embody the Italian concept nostrani, which means “ours” or “local.”

Since they serve Italian food, we tried one of their pizzas. My whole family and I love the simple yet deliciously served marinara. It has a thin, not-so-chewy crust, topped with slightly cooked marinara sauce with garlic and wild oregano.

Pro Tip: 

Attend their wine tastings every Friday at 6 PM in their kitchen garden.

6. Shalom Y’all

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Website: https://www.sesamecollective.com/shalomyall 

Address: 117 SE Taylor St #101

Contact Details: +1 503 208 3661 and [email protected] 

Operating Hours:

  • Monday to Friday – 11 AM to 9:30 PM
  • Saturday and Sunday – 11 AM to 10 PM

Pricing: $

I was very impressed with Shalom Y’all’s variety of offerings. Alongside Mediterranean food, they also serve Turkish coffee and cocktails. It’s like visiting two countries in one restaurant.

I enjoyed the light, lively, and slightly nutty taste of their summer tabbouleh (staple Mediterranean salad). I paired it with their classic Turkish coffee, made of cardamom and vanilla, which has a strong yet delicious taste.

Pro Tip: 

They offer catering services to events with at least 100 guests.

7. RingSide Steakhouse

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Website: https://www.ringsidesteakhouse.com/ 

Address: 2165 W Burnside St

Contact Details: +1 503 223 1513

Operating Hours:

  • Monday to Thursday – 4:30 PM to 9 PM
  • Friday – 4:30 PM to 9:30 PM
  • Saturday – 4 PM to 9:30 PM
  • Sunday – 4 PM to 9 PM

Pricing: $$$

RingSide is a classic American steakhouse known for premium cuts of beef and traditional steakhouse sides.

I highly recommend their New York-style center-cut steak. Its well-balanced juiciness, tenderness, and flavor got me. Not only that, the meat itself has a bright red color, so I really feasted on a very fresh steak.

You shouldn’t miss out on their signature onion rings too when you visit. It’s light, crispy, and packed with robust flavor. Famous chef James Beard himself said that it’s one of the finest French-fried onion rings he has ever eaten in America.

Pro Tip: 

To complete the experience, buy at least one of their merchandise items, including a cap, a shirt, and an apron.

8. Gado Gado

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Website: https://www.gadogadopdx.com/ 

Address: 1801 NE Cesar E Chavez Blvd

Contact Details: +1 503 206 8778 and [email protected] 

Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday – 5 PM to 9 PM

Pricing: $$

Gado Gado is the best restaurant in Portland for vegans craving pan-Asian and Dutch-Indonesian flavors. It even has a great selection of cocktails to pair with the meals!

Keith Lee (a well-known food critic) gave their English pea and asparagus green curry a perfect ten rating, so I decided to try it on our visit. It’s a vegetable-focused dish that features fresh, seasonal ingredients from Southeast Asia.

The dish had a bright, spring-forward flavor that’s both sweet and vegetal. The peas brought a natural sweetness, while the asparagus added a subtle, earthy mineral quality.

Pro Tip: 

Be creative in eating your chicken satay. Wrap it in roti and add different sambals (chili pastes) to customize your eating experience. 

9. Nong’s Khao Man Gai

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Website: https://khaomangai.com/ 

Address: 417 SW 13th Ave

Contact Details: +1 503 208 2402 and [email protected] 

Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday – 9 AM to 9 PM

Pricing: $

Nong’s Khao Man Gai serves super affordable and tasty Thai comfort food, particularly chicken rice. What’s great is that every meal is available in vegan and vegetarian options.

I opted for their classic khao man gai, a chicken and rice dish served with their signature sauce and other natural ingredients. It’s visually simple yet packs a subtle savory flavor.

Pro Tip: 

You can order their food online through their website or via food delivery companies, such as DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Caviar.

10. Afuri Izakaya

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Website: https://afuri.us/ 

Address: 923 SE 7th Ave

Contact Details: +1 971 386 2945 and [email protected] 

Operating Hours:

  • Monday to Thursday – 5 PM to 10 PM
  • Friday and Sunday – 11:30 AM to 10 PM

Pricing: $$

Afuri Izakaya is the perfect destination for that fresh and raw Japanese cuisine. They serve a wide selection of sushi and ramen, available in various options (gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian).

They also serve small plates, including salads, yakitori, and more. 

Their bonito Caesar salad is a must-try dish. It showcases their style of blending Japanese ingredients and techniques with Western dishes.

Pro Tip: 

Go for their sashimi moriawase if you want to feast on 10 to 20 kinds of sashimi handpicked by their chef.

11. Portland Burger

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Website: https://portlandburger.net/ 

Address: 304 SW 2nd Ave

Contact Details: +1 971 242 8725

Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday – 11 AM to 8 PM

Pricing: $

For burger lovers, Portland Burger is the perfect restaurant to visit. With their 15 kinds of burgers, it’s impossible not to have one that will satisfy your cravings.

My friend and I went for their most popular burger, the Classic Rock, and we didn’t regret it. It has this bold, savory flavor and satisfying juiciness. It’s a plus point that the patty is well-seasoned.

Pro Tip: 

Visit on weekdays from 3 PM to 6 PM for happy hour deals, including the Classic Rock burger.

12. AKÂDI PDX

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Website: https://www.akadipdx.com/ 

Address: 1001 SE Division St

Contact Details: +1 971 271 7072 and [email protected] 

Operating Hours: Wednesday to Sunday – 4 PM to 9 PM

Pricing: $$

AKÂDI is the best restaurant in Portland for African cuisine, especially West African.

We asked their staff members for recommendations, and they recommended every meal with jollof (a popular West African rice dish). It has a smoky-sweet tomato flavor with each grain perfectly cooked to be distinct in taste.

Overall, their jollof packs a deep tomato flavor with aromatic spices that spicy lovers like me would surely love. Aside from the spicy notes, it also has a sweet and savory taste that all blended so well in the mouth.

Pro Tip: 

To secure a slot, book a reservation as soon as possible, as it’s highly popular.

13. Al-Amir Restaurant

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Website: https://www.alamirportland.com/ 

Address: 223 SW Harvey Milk St

Contact Details: +1 503 274 0010 and [email protected] 

Operating Hours: Wednesday to Saturday – 5 PM to 9 PM

Pricing: $

Al-Amir is a restaurant in Portland’s historic Bishop’s House, serving authentic Lebanese cuisine made from scratch.

For a full meal experience, I suggest ordering their people’s favorite Al-Amir sampler. It includes a platter of hummus, falafel, and more for only $22. I like their falafel’s perfectly crispy outside texture and its tender and flavorful inside. 

Pro Tip: 

Visit on Friday and Saturday night to watch a belly dancing performance. Don’t forget to also ask their servers for daily specials and seasonal offerings for a unique dining experience.

14. Portland Kettle

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Website: https://www.pdxkettle.com/ 

Address: 1344 SW 3rd Ave

Contact Details: +1 503 227 1344

Operating Hours: Monday to Friday – 11 AM to 6 PM

Pricing: $

If you’re craving homestyle warm meals served in a bowl, Portland Kettle is the ideal place to visit. This restaurant is known for its signature soups.

For veggie lovers, you shouldn’t miss out on their vegetable soup that’s packed with a variety of fresh-cut vegetables. Its broth is flavorful yet not overpowering, with a balanced, soothing taste that I really enjoyed. 

Pro Tip: 

Don’t forget to try other dishes, such as gumbo, sandwiches, and salads.

15. Cuốn

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Website: https://www.cuonpdx.com/ 

Address: 600 SW 4th Ave

Contact Details: +1 503 224 0282 and [email protected] 

Operating Hours: Monday to Friday – 11 AM to 5 PM

Pricing: $$

Cuốn will allow you to experience Vietnamese street food without the need to book a flight. They serve spring rolls, sandwiches, noodle soups, and pork belly.

They said that many people love their sandwich, and I found out why. It’s a crispy, fresh baguette bread with soft insides containing pickled vegetables, giving a crunch in every bite.

Pro Tip: 

This is a busy restaurant, so be prepared for potential wait times even with a reservation. When ordering spring rolls, consider ordering three pieces to save $2.

16. Nuestra Cocina

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Website: https://nuestracocina.com/ 

Address: 2135 SE Division St

Contact Details: +1 503 232 2135 and [email protected] 

Operating Hours: Tuesday to Saturday – 4 PM to 9 PM

Pricing: $$

Nuestra Cocina is a restaurant in Portland that many people love for its housemade corn tortillas and sangrias.

Speaking of which, their tortillas are freshly pressed using a special handmade press that has been passed down since their beginning. They’re slightly chewy with a mildly sweet corn taste that my taste buds deeply appreciate.

Pro Tip: 

Reservations are strongly encouraged on weekend nights! Now, if you want to learn cooking, they have personal and group cooking classes that you can enroll in.

17. Veggie Grill

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Website: https://www.veggiegrill.com/ 

Address: 508 SW Taylor St

Contact Details: and [email protected] 

Operating Hours:

  • Monday to Saturday – 11 AM to 9 PM
  • Sunday – 11 AM to 8 PM

Pricing: $

By its name, you can already guess what Veggie Grill offers to customers. This Portland restaurant serves dishes with vegan ingredients.

I ordered their Tofu Zen Bowl for vegetable overload. It consists of a balance of fresh, crunchy vegetables paired with crispy tofu, flavorful homemade peanut dressing, and organic rice. It’s a wholesome vegan meal that’s worth every penny.

Pro Tip: 

Expect a counter-service system where you order and pay at the counter, rather than table service.

18. Mezbaan Mahal

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Website: https://www.mezbaanmahal.com/ 

Address: 710 SW 2nd Ave SIUIT -1

Contact Details: +1 503 946 8486 and [email protected] 

Operating Hours: Monday to Saturday – 11 AM to 9 PM

Pricing: $

Mezbaan Mahal is a Portland downtown restaurant serving Indian classics. It’s a great place to eat if you’re a fan of India’s spicy food.

What I noticed on their menu is the extensive tandoori options. They have tandoori chicken, paneer tikka, and more. I recommend ordering their mixed tandoori chicken if you want to eat other kinds of chicken dishes together with your tandoori chicken.

Pro Tip: 

Order one of their daily or weekly specials if you prefer to eat a dish with fresh, local ingredients. For drinks, opt for mango lassi. It’s one of their most popular beverages.

19. Marrakesh Restaurant

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Website: https://marrakeshportland.com/ 

Address: 1201 NW 21st Ave

Contact Details: +1 503 248 9442 and [email protected] 

Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday – 5 PM to 10 PM

Pricing: $$

Marrakesh is a Moroccan restaurant in Portland that serves a five-course meal at a fixed price. By default, the five-course meal is served with lentil soup, salad, b’stilla, and dessert. The last dish would be totally up to you.

I chose their chicken brochette, and I can say that it’s a good choice. The chicken is grilled, marinated, and served skinless and boneless. It’s also paired with Basmati rice. I find it sweet, moist, and flavorful.

Pro Tip: 

Consider the Royal Feast Dinner option to sample a variety of dishes if your group consists of four or more people.

20. Dough Zone Dumpling House

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Website: https://www.instagram.com/p/DKh5T7Ky-5i/ 

Address: 1910 S River Dr

Contact Details: +1 503 446 3500 and [email protected] 

Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday – 11 AM to 10 PM

Pricing: $

Since 2014, Dough Zone Dumpling House has been serving the flavors of traditional Chinese comfort food.

Many people love their soup dumplings, and I can’t blame them because I loved them myself. 

Their pork xiao long bao features a premium pork filling, a broth, and a well-balanced seasoning. The dumpling has a spicy, slightly sweet taste that really addictive.

Pro Tip: 

Join their loyalty club to get points and discounts, and an early taste of new products.

21. MÅURICE

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Website: https://www.mauricepdx.com/ 

Address: 921 SW Oak St

Contact Details: +1 503 208 4177 and [email protected] 

Operating Hours: Wednesday to Saturday – 10 AM to 4 PM

Pricing: $$$

MÅURICE is a small French restaurant specializing in serving pastries and desserts. This restaurant is the perfect spot to dine and have a conversation with a friend.

I love their quiche (French tart) so much. It’s served with high-quality eggs sourced from Burro Burrow Burrough Farm, popular for their vibrant tangerine yolks. Its rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced taste hooked me.

Pro Tip: 

Contact them first if your group consists of at least four people, so that they can prepare a comfy seating option. If the weather permits, dine at one of the outdoor cafe tables for a more enjoyable experience.

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